Just a quick drop-in to review the WHBM embroidered utility pants that Angie has raved about. I tried them on in-store this weekend and was very glad I hadn't gone the lazy route of ordering online, because I ended up in regular sizing and 2 sizes down from my usual.

I'm a solid size 26 in high-end denim and purchased the 00 regular in these pants. The waist was too large in the 0 regular, and I like this length just fine on my short legs (28.5" full-length inseam).

While I was in the store, I also tried on a really great waterfall cardi. It has an architectural cut in front and slits on the sleeves. And the cabernet color is just gorgeous if you like deep jewel tones. The petite size XS, for shorter sleeves, is on its way to me.

I haven't shopped WHBM in years, because they always seemed to read a bit too boring-business-casual in email ads. But if these pieces wear well, I'll be paying more attention to their collections for sure.

Sorry for the poorly lit fitting room photo. One piece of good news--we just moved buildings at work and my new work bathroom has a full-length mirror again, so I might be able to post WIW's in the future!