Impromtu Model vs. Me!!

You know when you wander into Target to get toothpaste and cereal and come out with $150 worth of stuff??? Well, I wandered into the mall the other day to make a return and saw SO.MUCH.CUTE.STUFF!!! I had to share it with you!!

Since I just went in to return something, I was in NO WAY prepared to do a Model vs. Me post or take pictures, so please excuse the odd shoes and the occasional pint-sized photo bomber :) I hit up Express and Old Navy and if this day is any indication of their Fall lines, my wallet is in big trouble!!

Here we go!

(Note: I am 5'4" and generally an XS/2 at Express and God-Knows-What at Old Navy--their sizing is awful!!) 

EXPRESS

Maraled Ribbed Cascading Cover Up

Review: I had been dying to try this cardi on since I saw it on Gina and it didn't disappoint! It's soooo soft, drapes well and could be worn with anything from dress pants to shorts! Comes in 4 colors.

Sizing: I'm typically an XS at Express, but here I am wearing a Small. I am thinking the model sized up even more for a longer fit. Since I have short arms, I would stick with a small.

Verdict: LOVE! Highly recommended! Find the cardi HERE.


Dark, Mid-Rise Barely Boot Jean

Review: O.M.Geee! I have never tried Express jeans and now I am kicking myself not finding them earlier and taking advantage of the recent sales! These jeans--soooo soft, comparable to my Wit and Widsom skinnies that I adore...so flattering, perfect amount of stretch..AND!! The "barely boot" makes them a very "wearable" type of flare jean. They are more updated looking than straight leg but not super flared. In this picture I have them rolled under for length so they look more straight legged but the flare is very similar to the model's pic. BTW-my legs would TOTALLY look as long as the model's if I had remembered my heels....DARN IT!

Sizing: I had to size down in these to a 0 Short. The short length was perfect and dare I say I MIGHT be able to wear these with BOTH heels AND flats??! Time will tell....

Verdict: LOVE! Highly recommended! Find the jeans HERE.

Plaid Oversized Convertible Sleeve Shirt

Review: I couldn't find this lighter blue plaid online, but it's the same style of shirt as the model's. You can see the front view of the shirt in the pic above. ANOTHER WINNER! I wanted to show the length because it's long enough to wear with leggings!!! Score! It's lightweight (but not too light), drapes well and just feels great on!


Sizing: True to size. I am wearing an XS and it's obviously oversized like the name states :)

Verdict: LOVE! Highly recommended! Find the shirt HERE.

High Waist Elastic Stripe Full Skirt 
on clearance!!!!

Review: First, I apologize for not bringing my crop top with me to try on this skirt! Ha! I have been wanting a striped little skater skirt like this forever!! This is a great one! It's pretty heavy and great quality. Also it has an elastic waist so it's very forgiving (maybe a Thanksgiving Day outfit??! LOL!). Also the "high waist" thing scared me, but I didn't think it was that high waisted at all.

Sizing: True to size. Unfortunately, they didn't have an XS in store. The Small was OK, but a little loose on the waist and I like my skirts slightly shorter :)

Verdict: LOVE! Highly recommended! Find the skirt HERE.

Pretty much everything I tried on at Express, I wanted to bring home!!! Moving on to...

OLD NAVY

Women's Classic Chambray Shirt

Review: In my last Model vs. Me post, I struck out at J.Crew Factory with the chambray shirt. If you're still looking, this is a great option! It's not quite as soft as the Loft Softened Shirts or the Target Merona Chambray, but I still really like it! Comes in a darker wash too.

Sizing: I sized up to a small for a more relaxed fit.

Verdict: If you are still looking for a chambray shirt, this one is a great option for the price! Find the shirt HERE.

Women's Classic Plaid Flannel Shirt

Review: Old Navy always seems to have great plaid shirts and this one is no exception! If you have never tried Old Navy "flannel" it's not really flannel, per se. It's light and 100% cotton. I happen to love this particular pattern and it's pretty much exactly as it's pictured on the model.

Sizing: I sized up to a small and may even go up to a medium because you know it will shrink up like all Old Navy clothes!

Verdict: Awesome shirt to update your plaid collection or try out plaid. There a tons of different colors and patterns. I'd wait for a good sale, though :) Find the shirt HERE.

Women's Quilted Vest

Review: If the J.Crew Factory quilted vest is too much of an investment for you, I HIGHLY recommended snatching this one ASAP before it sells out. The look is very similar. Obviously, the quality isn't the same (it's half the price!), but if you aren't concerned about this vest keeping you warm, it's a great layering piece!

Sizing: True to size. I'm wearing an XS.

Verdict: Definitely "the look for less." Find the vest HERE.

Women's The Pixie Chinos

Review: I was excited to try on these new Pixie Chinos! They are slightly thicker and heavier than the original Pixies and that just don't work for me. They fit me okay but in the end I was just "eh" about them. Nothing special. Plus, I liked them cropped like in the model pic and they were a little too long.

Sizing: They were true to size. I am wearing a 2. Again, they were a little long.

Verdict: I think they would definitely work for someone a little taller. They're pretty comfy and could be dressed up for the workplace (comes in several colors and patterns). Right now they are on sale for $18, so I'd say that's a steal! Find the Pixie Chinos HERE.

Whew! That was a pretty successful non-shopping trip!! I DID NOT buy everything I liked, by the way! I am a definite "wait for a great sale" type girl. But I have my eagle eye on pretty much everything!! Hope this helps you get excited for all the fall stuff popping up! I know it's still pretty hot everywhere but fall is my favorite season to dress for so I'm pumped :)

Have a great week, pretties!


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