K/R: LE raglan pullover

Astrid

I had ordered the LE raglan pullover in light blue with the 40% off deal. I'm not sure if I should keep it or not so I need your input.

I'm not sure about the fit, I think it's too long on me. It's a regular because the petite was sold out. Especially with a half tuck it's obvious that there is a lot of fabric in the back. I wouldn't be that bothered by it if it weren't 100% cotton - I worry that after a few washes it won't drape right. Also, with the fabric it's definitely more of a spring/summer pullover.

What do you think? I'm tending towards returning it at this moment.

ETA

Decided to return. Thanks for your input.

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11 years ago

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Latest reply was from Suz

catgirl

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I'm not sure - how bulky is the extra length IRL? I prefer too long to too short, but of course perfect is ideal! Do you think it will shrink? It looks good overall, and so do you!

11 years ago

Alassë

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I could be persuaded either way on the shirt. How do you like the colours? With indoor light, I can't tell if it's as flattering as your picks usually are. Those jeans are really flattering on you/you look great!

11 years ago

Astrid

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Thanks Una! It's not bulky at all, the fabric is a very thin knit. It might shrink a little, but I wouldn't bet on it.

Thanks Alasse! I like the colors. Much lighter than I usually wear, but that's not a bad thing. Although I feel the colors paired with the fabric make this definitely feel like spring/summer.

11 years ago

Laura (rhubarbgirl)

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I like it, but I agree that it is a tad too long. Semi-tucked it looks fine - would you be comfortable wearing it that way?

11 years ago

columbine(erin)

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I wouldn't bet on it shrinking, either. I think Lands End makes a point of pre-washing so that there isn't any shrinking. It looks fine to me, but I've noticed even the petites have been a little too long for me lately. I have a thing about not liking extra fabric bunching up on my hips...so I'd return.

11 years ago

texstyle

(website)

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Hearing your hesitation makes me say return as you deserve to have something that feels more perfect. I'm not sure it's draping so much as bunching, you know?

11 years ago

Astrid

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Thanks Laura, Columbine and Teystyle! You know, I think you all have a point. I will return it and put that money towards something different instead.

11 years ago

unfrumped

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Good move. It's nice but not the best, maybe.
I think you might want more room in the shoulders so the shorter fit would fall straighter. This one may be made to pull down long because as you note, it bunches up if you try to wear it at the hip.

11 years ago

Suz

(website)

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I'm late and it's already going back, but I do really like this style and these colours on you so I hope you will find a version that works!

11 years ago

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