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K / R: Pastel blue and pink Zara blazers

Sveta

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I had a history with this blue Zara blazer with gathered sleeves. First I saw it on Angie's post and thought that I love the color and the sleeves look interesting but I am not sure if they will work for my wide shoulders and if pale blue color is flattering for me. Then during our Toronto meetup I saw it in XL size and tried it on. I was amazed that this light blue color is actually flattering for me and that gathered sleeves look pretty good as well - and it was confirmed by my fab shopping mates Nicole, Emily, merwoman, Katie and Ami.
What I was not sure about was the length...so I did not get it.
Last weekend in Boston I decided to ask Angie's opinion. Unfortunately that store did not have blue in my size so I tried on the yellow. Amazingly it got approval from Angie as well - including the color which I thought is too bright for me. I did not get it again because I wanted blue and I already have a citron blazer.
So is third time the charm? I have ordered the blue one from Zara...but I also ordered this pink one... and now I cannot decide which one to keep!
Pink is longer and more classic in shape but has regular sleeves.
Blue is a bit shorter but I love the sleeve shape.

Both of them work with dresses and skirt but what about pants?
Which should I keep - blue? pink?...or both?

Oh, and bonus - my new Lord&Taylor tee I got today. Our fab Shannon is always finding treasures at The Bay so I tried it today too. The black pattern on the front is made from black sequins and beads so even if this is a t-shirt material it looks dressy enough for me to feel myself in it. What do you think?

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Debbie

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Love both of those jackets on you. I think both will work with pants. The blue one I like because of the sleeves. The pink is such a soft summer color that I don't think you can go wrong. You wear both colors well. Life the new tee!

Beth Ann

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Beautiful jackets, Sveta. I like the color and sleeves of the blue best, but the softness of the pink and it's drape and length are fab, too.

Which would be most of a boost to your wardrobe? Would both have a welcome home?

Eliza

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Not too much help, as each color is beautiful on you. I like the shape of both jackets, with a slight edge to the pink one, as to me it is simultaneously very much today, yet seems likely to have a bit more longevity. It may be tempting to keep them both, as they each work well on you and could play different wardrobe roles. I like them with pants, especially lighter ones. Really says spring.

Neel

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I am in love with how the blue looks on you. Though it is a tad bit shorter it works well over pants IMO. I am not a big fan of the pink. But that's because I am generally not a pink lover.

Which one do you think works best with your closet?

Lyn D.

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I am a huge fan of blue for myself and others, but actually adore the pink jacket here Sveta!
I find the upsweep of the shoulders on the blue distracting, for some reason.

Deborah

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Can you keep both??? I LOVE the blue on you. It is quite a 'sharp' jacket, modern and current, with the puffed shoulder and the shape is very cool. My consideration with this one is it might be a one season wonder. Is that ok with you?

I also LOVE the pink. Much more classic and perhaps a longer term item in your wardrobe.

Do you have a place for both?

Golden

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I agree with keep both if you can. Love the color of the blue and love the shape of the pink.

leopardluxe

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Well I'm probably no help but they both look fab on you --so I'd keep both as long as you'll wear both. I think the pink one *could* end up having more longevity because the shoulder sleeves look more classic to me, as opposed to the blue that has the puff at the top of the shoulder seam --which seems to be more on trend right now, as opposed to timeless.

harmonica

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I agree with Deborah that the pink might have more longevity. BUT I find the blue soooo crisp and sophisticated and is probably the one I love the most --- but both are beautiful pieces!!

Which one makes your heart sing most? Which is differing more from the jackets/blazers you already have?

Jjsloane

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I'm also no help - they both look great to me and are different enough from each other not to count as repeat. I like the tee too it adds something to the look.

carolbee

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Ok, you look brilliant in both, but if there has to be only one, then I vote the blue colour in the pink style!!! But if you are choosing between these two jackets I vote pink, both colours look good on you but as some of the others have said I think the style of the pink will live longer. Love the T.

Suz

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I am on my phone so can't see all that well. Hope to return for a proper view when I have better access. But so far I like them both a lot. Is there room for both?

Ingunn

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I hope you have room for both, because I can't possibly choose. They are both great colors for you. The pale blue is probably a hair better with skirts, but it works really well with pants, too. I LOVE the sleeves. The pink one is more classic and has gorgeous shape and drape. Fab tee, too!

Emily

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I was wondering about that jacket!! The pink and blue both look great on but if you are only keeping one I vote blue for the cool, bold shoulder. I really like the Lord and Taylor tee. And lastly, you are rocking the heck out of those flared jeans! Yowza.

TraceyLiz65

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Another vote for keeping both as they both look wonderful on you!

Runcarla

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Hard one. Both jackets fit you very well, and the colours are complimentary to you as well. I like the blue colour just a little more than the pink, and the shape of the pink over the blue. Like others have said, the puffed sleeves and shorter length of the blue jacket might date is, whereas the straight shoulder and longer length of the second jacket is classic.

These outfit stylings really suit and you are looking very beautiful from head to toe. Flares were invented for you!

Susie

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Wow, Sveta, both of these colors look lovely on you. I prefer the style of the pink but that's just a personal bias against the shoulder of the blue. But it's such a great color that I have to vote both!

Karie

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I saw the yellow one in Boston and thought you looked stunning. In these photos, I do like the longer length of the pink; however, if I just saw the blue on its own, I wouldn't think it was too short. I hope Angie chimes in, I'd love to hear what she has to say.

Fab new L & T tee! We have a L & T re-opening here, I'm going to have to give that store some business!

marianna

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Wow, both blazers look impeccable on you. Crisp and fresh. I vote keep both...

Suz

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Well, I'm back on computer and I cannot choose - they both look sensational, as does the tee. I guess it is just a question of picking which one will give you the most fun outfits right now...I wouldn't consider either as an "investment" since Zara is not that type of jacket anyway....Maybe a year or two for either jacket....I see Zara as my opportunity to play with a trend or two....

Anonymous

I prefer the pink if you're only choosing one, but really, why not get the pink, the blue, and the yellow? Love you in these light colors!

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

I love both too. They are quite different.

Are you happier keeping both of these than the blue from Zara and the Blush from BCBG?

unfrumped

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I veer toward flattering over trend, so take that FWIW--I like the pink style shoulder much better than the blue peaked shoulders, which I see as more than a simple pleated shoulder and actually make your shoulders look narrower, and kind of a sci-fi look (that's an exaggeration, of course and is much mitigated by the pretty pastel color) --but, you may be in the market for an architectural twist for a change.
The pink color I like better too because I like that it kind of goes toward blush/nude with black and white so I think it's very versatile-also I think you look more like you, whereas the blue stands out more but again you may have room for multiple pastels. Might also depend on other bottoms you would wear with them?

YLF, in any event!

Transcona Shannon

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Wow Sveta! You look fab in both of these. That blue shade is delicious on you and I like both styles. What works with more in your wardrobe?

Love the tee - I'm crazy about quite a bit of the Lord and Taylor line. They have some interesting pieces.

rae

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Hm, I also like both equally on you!

Mo

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No help - I like both, too! This might be a sign, that every single reply likes both.

Janet

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I've looked a couple of times, and it's a hard call. I have a personal preference for the blue color (not much of a pink person myself, but the color looks beautiful on you). They're both fab. I'm no help!

sarah

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Both are lovely. Sorry to not be much help. I absolutely love them over the column of white. That's a great new tee.

columbine(erin)

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Wow. You really look fab in both! I love them both with the flared jeans especially. You look so tall and elegant. Ever so slightly I love the blue one more.

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