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So excited about rib-knits!

LaPed

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I have two rib-knit fitted turtlenecks on the way to me. Fingers crossed that these are "the ones" -- I've tried a lot of t-necks in the past year and none of them have been quite right. These are modal blends, rather than just cotton, which I'm usually quite hesitant about. I've not been impressed with modal's durability or comfort (too "fuzzy" feeling for me), but Amour Vert's knits in general get great reviews.
https://amourvert.com/products.....5385702471
https://amourvert.com/products.....5670403143
I'm hoping that these will serve as replacements for the two merino layering sweaters I let go of recently because they were just too itchy for me. It is hard to find knits that feel luxe, substantial, not clingy, not scratchy, and with seams that lay flat for a smooth finish. I really dislike body-con tops with poorly-constructed seams that bulge or "bubble" at the shoulders, collar, or side-seams and I've encountered a lot of that recently! I will report back on these two when they arrive.

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Janet

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I will enjoy vicariously. I think they look amazing on smaller-busted women.

I wore them back in the 90s, but the combination of 32F/G plus ribbed knit is just too ridiculous for me to wear anymore! The "ribs" sort of spread out at the bust and the result is comical. Like the patterned leggings I tried once that caused the pattern to "spread" across my hips. Oy.

LaPed

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Janet, I know exactly what you mean. I have curvy legs and have the same problem with printed pants if they have any stretch in them. Clothes that make you feel bulgy are no good! I won't do printed leggings either unless they are very low-contrast. I'll take solid black leggings any day! But as a 32A/B I'm very excited to be seeing tops again that don't swallow me whole. My body shape really lends itself to fitted top/wide bottom. This past long-over-lean decade was quite a challenge for me style-wise (and then I decided to have a baby right in the middle of it, which didn't make finding clothes any easier!).

Anonymous

OH! I hope they work for you.

Angie

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YES, fun, La Ped. I LOVE the mustard one from Madewell that you wear. Good with the new navy Boden cords.

I just bought this. '90s flashback, although '70s too.

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Sara L.

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Yes, I like rib-knit sweaters too and haven't had much luck finding good ones. I hope these work out for you.

nemosmom

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Giddy to see rib knits coming around again! I will be following to see what you think of these Please report back!

SarahD8

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I hope they work for you! It sounds like this is a HEWI for you and it is always SO satisfying to finally fill in those holes.

I know what you mean about modal. Every time I have had a modal knit I have felt like I'm wearing pajamas. I'm really curious about the Amour Vert brand. Please do report back!

Vanessa

They look lovely!

krissy751

They look great!

Suz

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These look terrific -- I hope they work out!

kkards

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Oh. Hope these work...love turtlenecks...unfortunately can’t wear them any more as the make me feel claustrophobic.

Colette

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These look nice, I hope they work for you. I have always enjoyed rib knit tops as well. I’m smaller on top and smaller busted so I don’t have the problem Janet spoke of on top but I share both of your bottom half problems!

Cee

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They look pretty sweet and I hope you're not disappointed, LP

Jessikams

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Ugh, I also hate bad seams, especially on tight tops! In fact just donated a pink tee that was just all twisted around the neck seam. Terrible.

Mainelady

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Both of the rib knits you ordered look great and I hope they feel great, too! I am a fan of rib knits, but need to go with a straight shape, instead of body con, due to the ribs losing their shape across the bustline. Sometimes sizing up solves the problem. I will wear a couple I have as layers, when the stretch won’t show. Good luck and please post a review!

Staysfit

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I’m right with you in loving a fitted top, and I also have a proportionally small chest for my height, so I think they look okay, but that may not be the opinion of other people.

Please give us a review once you get these.

Gretchen

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Cheering from the sidelines - same issue as Janet with ribbed tops.

Totally agree on the seams issue. Isn't it interesting how certain details can totally derail an otherwise great top?

The Cat

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They look very nice. I love wearing rib-knits.

LaPed

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Got home this afternoon to find the navy mock-neck waiting for me. Love the variegated ribbing and the colour is quite rich -- bright enough and blue enough to look good with black. Tried it on with the blue jeans I was wearing today and that looks fine too (and as I've mentioned recently I'm hesitant about blue-on-blue looks). Shoulder seams lie nice and flat. XS is body skimming but not tight. Fabric feels cottony, has a nice sheen, and is sturdy without being thick or bulky. Keeper!

The black one (a standard turtleneck in a uniform rib) is otw -- it shipped separately today.

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SarahD8

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It looks amazing on you!!! I hope the black is just as good. YAY.

nemosmom

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Super cute! Thank you for the update!

Gigi

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It looks great on you!

I also love ribbed turtlenecks. They seemed to be pretty plentiful last winter also, and I snapped up a couple--one in ivory and one in medium gray. This year I found one in dark green, which I love.

Jane

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I think Armour make super tops. I will watch with interest. These look super.

Cee

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You look beyond cool, LP...

...and ready to go on a spy mission or maybe some burglaring

Anonymous

Happy it worked out for you. You look GREAT in it.

I'll be ordering it for myself this weekend. Thank you.

LaPed

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One of my final fall additions arrived yesterday! Here is the black ribbed t-neck. Feel is quite different than what I'm used to with modal. It feels very sturdy, substantial and body-hugging. It is not "fuzzy" the way some modal is, does not seem to attract lint, and has a silky feeling that reminds me bit of a merino-silk blend. Fit is a bit snugger than the navy variegated rib, above -- which is a cotton-modal blend. Anyway, fit is nice and it's a keeper!

Note: I really like the sewn-down necks on these. They stay in place, don't roll up, and look cleaner than a standard fold-down turtleneck. I'll try to grab a close-up to show what I mean if anyone is curious.

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Anonymous

Hurrah A sewn down turtleneck sounds like a good idea!

Cee

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Winnah, winnah !

chocnlock

Love the knits!

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