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Trunk Club Review: A Cozy Fall Trunk

I was in a shopping mood a couple weeks ago when my Trunk Club stylist reached out to see if I’d like to see a fall Trunk. So, of course I said yes. I mean, if I don’t like anything I can send it all back. And if I do like something, she saved me the time and the effort to go and find it!

I did give her a teensy bit of instructions before she put together her preview. I’d recently seen a really cute outfit on Instagram of a leopard print tank top, fuzzy cardigan and colored pants. I told her that I loved the outfit and would like to see something similar.

Here is what she sent over for me to try:

If you’re new to my Trunk Club reveals (you can find them all here), I don’t typically photograph every single one of the items. When the Trunk first arrives, I usually go through it and narrow down my choices to a pile of my favorites. Let’s check them out!

Outfit #1: Vince Camuto Print V-Neck Blouse, $59 (find it here) and Kut from the Kloth Diana Stretch Skinny Pants, $69.50 (find them here)

I love this outfit with the v-neck leopard print blouse and the moss green corduroy pants. This is super cute for weekends and if I throw on a cardigan it would be great for work too. I think this top would also look really great tucked into a skirt for a work look! Love, love, love both of these pieces!

Outfit #2: Loveappella Pleat Neck Tank Top, $45 on sale for $26.98 (find it here) and Kut from the Kloth Diana Stretch Skinny Pants, $69.50 (find them here)

My stylist sent me over a second leopard print top to try and it happens to be on sale right now for $26.98. The neckline of this one is higher and it has some fun pleats too. I’m not loving it with the cords, but this one would be really cute tucked into a skirt. The color scheme isn’t my favorite though and it kind of blends into my hair color. Even though this one is on sale, if it were a fight to the death for leopard tops, the first one I tried on would win for me.

Outfit #3: Vince Camuto Print V-Neck Blouse, $59 (find it here), Madewell Kent Cardigan Sweater, $98 (find it here) and Kut from the Kloth Diana Stretch Skinny Pants, $69.50 (find them here)

This look is exactly the color combo I loved in my inspiration outfit. I love the way the rust color of the sweater plays off the leopard print and moss green pants. However, while the color combo is a winner for me… I don’t love the thickness of the sweater. It is super soft and nubby (with no scratchy wool), but it is awfully warm and I would probably sweat in this. For those of you who tend to run a little colder though, this one is a great choice!

Outfit #4: Cece Ruffle Tie Neck Top, $79 (find it here) and Kut from the Kloth Diana Stretch Skinny Pants, $69.50 (find them here)

I need some more solid tops that are more elevated than a t-shirt for layering with my work clothes. This one is really pretty and I like the tie at the neck and the ruffles around the sides as well. I’m not totally loving this top with the cords – too much of summer and winter mixed together for me – however it is perfect for jeans. Or skirts, of course. The one is one of those workhorse pieces that my closet has been needing.

Trunk Finalists
Okay, help me decide what to buy! Here are my finalists:

  • (2) Loveappella top, on sale for $26.98
  • (3) Kut from the Kloth moss green corduroys, $69.50
  • (4) Vince Camuto top, $59
  • (9) Cece Ruffle Tie Neck Top, $79
  • (11) Madewell Kent Cardigan, $98

I’m leaning towards buying the v-neck leopard top, the ruffle tie top AND the corduroys. However, I saw a very similar pair of Kut from the Kloth cords on Amazon for just $23, so I ordered them to compare (crossing my fingers that they get here before I have to send my Trunk back!) What do you think I should buy?

If you want to have Amelia style a Trunk for you I have her linked to my referral code here:  https://www.trunkclub.com/invite/QZFJ33 (Please note: if you use my referral link it will cost you nothing extra and it earns me a small amount to go towards items in my next Trunk).

If you want to see ALL my Trunk Club Reveals, you can find them here: Trunk Club Review page

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored by Trunk Club, I pay for any clothing I purchase with my own hard-earned money. If you enjoyed my review and decide to try Trunk Club for yourself, the biggest compliment you can give me is by using my referral link. Thank you to anyone who chooses to click through and support my shopping addiction! This post contains ShopStyle affiliate links. This means that clicking on a link may help me earn a small commission at no cost to you.

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Trunk Club Review: Casual Friday

When I started at my new job, one of the perks that I was excited about is that I’m allowed to wear jeans on Friday’s. JEANS ON FRIDAYS! I haven’t done that for years and years! It opened up a whole new bunch of work outfits… and then I realized that my closet had a great big “Casual Friday’s” hole in it.

I mean, I have plenty of work clothes and plenty of casual clothes…but I was lacking in the whole dressy but casual vibe where I could still look professional while wearing jeans to the office.

T-shirts + jeans were too casual. I don’t have many work blouses that work with pants… most of them are the tuck-into-skirts kind of blouses. I have a couple sleeveless blouses that would work with sweaters, but I wanted a few more options.

So it worked out perfectly that some credits just hit my Trunk Club account… I reached out to my stylist and gave her these instructions:

“It’s a professional setting, so jeans can’t be distressed and tops should be more polished (not boho). Think classy boss lady in jeans. No blazers though.”

As always, she sent over a preview and I tweaked it a little with some feedback on how she can fill it out. The first Trunk she sent over had promise, but when I got it and tried on everything… I didn’t love ANYTHING. There were fit issues galore and it ended with me throwing some pants across the room and vowing to pass up dessert for the next year.

Which we all know isn’t going to happen. So I did the next best thing… I sent the whole trunk back and asked her to try again. My stylist sent over another preview – this one much more on the mark – and I approved it to come to my house for a home fashion show.

Here is what she sent over:

If you’re new to my Trunk Club reveals (you can find them all here), I don’t typically photograph every single one of the items. When the Trunk first arrives, I usually go through it and narrow down my choices to a pile of my favorites. Let’s check them out!

Outfit #1:

Outfit Details: Halogen Long Cardigan in Grey Heather, $79 (on sale for $47.40), Loveappella Scoop Neck Peplum Top, $48, AG Harper Slim Straight Leg Jeans in Smitten, $178

Out of all the bottoms my stylist sent over, these AG jeans fit my body the best. I like that they were fitted through the leg and then had more of a straight leg at the cuff. However, I have a pair that are almost identical to these in color (my favorite jeans from a previous Trunk), so I’m sending this pair back. Also (spoiler alert) I have an upcoming blog post about Mott + Bow jeans and I LOVE them… I’ll be showing them to you very soon!

As for the tops, the floral peplum tee is super soft and stretchy and I like the longer duster-type of cardigan. My only complaint is that the cardigan is a bit too warm for me. I tend to overheat – even in the work air conditioning – so I’m looking for a cardigan that is a bit more lightweight.

Outfit #2

Outfit Details: Halogen lace peplum tee, $49 (on sale for $29.40), NIC+ZOE Sea Glass Linen Blend Cardigan, $148, AG Harper Slim Straight Leg Jeans in Smitten, $178

Another peplum top for this look… this time it has a black stretchy top and two layers of lace at the bottom. Upon closer inspection, this top makes me look about 5 months pregnant. Which is cool, if you’re pregnant. But my baby is 7 years old. So, yeah.

I do really like this linen lightweight cardigan and the colors are beautiful. The price is pretty darn high though and honestly I don’t think I’d get $148 worth of wear out of it in my closet. These are the same jeans as the first outfit.

Outfit #3

Outfit Details: Curves 360 by NYDJ “Perfect” blouse, $89, AG Harper Slim Straight Leg Jeans in Smitten, $178

This black blouse is called the “perfect” blouse and it really is pretty much perfect. It has pleats at both the shoulder and back yoke, and has a curved hem and notch-detailed cuffs. I love the three-quarter sleeves and the split neck with hidden front buttons. Best of all, it fits both my chest AND my shoulders. It really is the perfect black blouse! I checked the Nordstrom website and it comes in regular and plus size, and there are even a bunch of patterns… so I may be buying another one at some point (I like this herringbone pattern and it’s on sale too!).

I love this blouse for a casual Friday look, as pictured with a pair of dark jeans and patterned shoes. I could also use this to layer under cardigans when the weather gets cold, or to tuck into some of my patterned skirts without having to worry about pushing the sleeves up all the live-long day. This blouse is a winner for me! I already wore it to work with my new magical jeans:

My Final Thoughts

Yes, I know it seems pretty boring that all I ended up with from this Trunk is a black blouse. However, I’m at the point where I want to be really thoughtful on what I add to my closet. I think this blouse will be perfect for casual Fridays and also mixing in with my normal workwear wardrobe!

Do you think I made the best choice from this Trunk?

If you want to have Amelia style a Trunk for you I have her linked to my referral code here:  https://www.trunkclub.com/invite/QZFJ33 (Please note: if you use my referral link it will cost you nothing extra and it earns me a small amount to go towards items in my next Trunk).

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored by Trunk Club, I pay for any clothing I purchase with my own hard-earned money. If you enjoyed my review and decide to try Trunk Club for yourself, the biggest compliment you can give me is by using my referral link. Thank you to anyone who chooses to click through and support my shopping addiction! This post contains ShopStyle affiliate links. This means that clicking on a link may help me earn a small commission at no cost to you.

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Trunk Club Review: Spring Fever

With the first day of spring FINALLY arriving, I’m in the mood to pack away my winter clothes! My Trunk Club stylist, Amelia must have heard my thoughts because she sent me a quick note telling me that spring pieces were starting to come in and asked if I’d be interested in a Trunk with some transitional items.

Well, I have some Trunk Club credits burning a hole in my pocket… so I figured why not?! Amelia’s last try wasn’t a winner though, so I gave her a bit of homework and asked her to please check out my Instagram for what I typically wear to work. I also sent her though my last few My Style posts (winter, fall, summer) so she could see what I tend to like/look best wearing.

Well, Amelia certainly did her homework… because my Trunk preview looked FANTASTIC:

(1) Curves 360 by NYDJ, $89, (2) DL1961 Florence Midrise Instasculpt Ankle Skinny Jeans, $142.99 sale, (3) Eliza J Floral Belted Midi Dress, $138, (4) Madewell Whisper Cotton V-Neck Tee, $14.63 sale, (5) 1901 Wrap Sweater, $59, (6) Chelsea28 Print Midi Skirt, $79, (7) 1901 Stripe Belted Shirtdress, $139, (8) Madewell Texture & Thread Full Sleeve Top, $35.70 sale (no link), (9) Modcloth Heirloom Tomato Print Pocket Skirt, $65, (10) Madewell Summer Ryder Cardigan, $69.50, (11) Madewell x The New Denim Project Patchwork Skirt, $69.50, (12) Madewell Whisper Cotton V-Neck Tee, $14.63 sale.

If you’re new to my Trunk Club reveals (you can find them all here), I don’t typically photograph every single one of the items. When the Trunk first arrives, I usually go through it and narrow down my choices to a pile of my favorites. Let’s check them out!

Outfit 1: Eliza J Floral Belted Midi Dress ($138)

On paper, this dress seems like everything I like: floral pattern, midi length, cropped sleeves. I even usually like Eliza J designs and have a couple skirts from the brand. Unfortunately, in person the dress just looks very matronly. Perhaps if it had a v-neckline it would have been much more flattering, but as it is… it’s a pass.

Outfit 2: Madewell Whisper Cotton V-Neck Tee ($14.63 sale), Modcloth Heirloom Tomato Print Pocket Skirt ($65), 1901 Wrap Sweater ($59)

How adorable and springy is this outfit?! It’s difficult to tell in this photo, but the v-neck tee is actually a light lilac color. I love Madewell whisper tee’s and have a few of them in heavy rotation. Of the two colors that Amelia sent over, I actually already own the pretty bluish-gray. This lilac is pretty, but not right with my complexion.

When I first tried on the wrap sweater, I felt like it was a bit too short-waisted… but I was proven wrong because I love the way it looks with a skirt. I don’t love this skirt though — the fabric is a bit cheap feeling and seems to wrinkle easily. I do have similar skirts and can absolutely recreate this look by adding the sweater to pieces I already own.

Since I liked the sweater, I decided to try it on over one of my dresses to see how it looked:

I wear a lot of cardigans in the spring and summer, and this wrap sweater might be a fun piece to add to my closet! What do you think?

Outfit 3: Madewell Summer Ryder Cardigan ($69.50), Madewell Whisper Cotton V-Neck Tee ($14.63 sale), DL1961 Florence Midrise Instasculpt Ankle Skinny Jeans ($142.99 sale)

Dang it, I didn’t mean to try these jeans on. My last stylist sent me a pair of DL1961 jeans in my October Trunk and I have literally worn them 98% of the time that I’ve worn jeans in the last 6 months. They are my FAVORITE jeans – they have the perfect amount of stretch but somehow NEVER get baggy in the butt or knees… even when sitting on an airplane for 6+ hours. Magical. So I should have known better when I tried on this pair.

These are just as soft and stretchy as my other pair, but these are a lighter wash and cropped length that are perfect for spring. I paired them with the same lilac tee and added the orange Madewell cardigan. I LOVE this entire outfit. It is very ME and also perfect for spring or even a cool summer day.

Here are my quickie 6-words-or-less thoughts on the items I didn’t show you:

  • (1) Curves 360 by NYDJ blouse – boring.
  • (6) Chelsea28 Print Midi Skirt – cheap, cheap fabric.
  • (7) 1901 Stripe Belted Shirtdress – sleeves too tight.
  • (8) Madewell Texture & Thread Full Sleeve Top – weird fabric.
  • (11) Madewell x The New Denim Project Patchwork Skirt – clingy on the tummy area.

Trunk Finalists
Okay, so if you’ve been playing along that leaves me with the following favorites from this Trunk:

  • (2) DL1961 Florence Midrise Instasculpt Ankle Skinny Jeans, $142.99
  • (5) 1901 Wrap Sweater, $59
  • (10) Madewell Summer Ryder Cardigan, $69.50

I do have credits in my account that will go towards this order, which is super awesome. I’ve also been selling a bunch of stuff on Poshmark, so I’m leaning towards buying all three finalists.

So now I’d love to know what you think! Leave me a comment below!

3/22/19 Update: Thank you all for your feedback here, on Facebook and on Instagram! I decided to buy the DL1961 jeans and the Madewell cardigan and pass on the wrap sweater!

If you want to have Amelia style a Trunk for you I have her linked to my referral code here:  https://www.trunkclub.com/invite/QZFJ33 (Please note: if you use my referral link it will cost you nothing extra and it earns me a small amount to go towards items in my next Trunk).

Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored by Trunk Club, I pay for any clothing I purchase with my own hard-earned money. If you enjoyed my review and decide to try Trunk Club for yourself, the biggest compliment you can give me is by using my referral link. Thank you to anyone who chooses to click through and support my shopping addiction! This post contains ShopStyle affiliate links. This means that clicking on a link may help me earn a small commission at no cost to you.

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