July 14, 2012

Recent Tall Purchases: Banana Republic

Banana Republic Tall Sizes

Above are two of my most recent tall purchases from Banana Republica retailer that never fails to have great options for taller women (if you order online!).
  1. The Ikat strapless dress. With coupons and a gift card, I managed to buy it for only $28. Score! Hopefully it fitsI ordered a size down (4T) because in my opinion, it's better to have a tight strapless dress than one that constantly falls down! I've only owned one other strapless dress and I remember having to constantly adjust it. Lookbook post to come shortly!
  2. Classic trench in black. I've had my eye on this black trench coat (perfect for fall), even though I own the Almond color already. I purchased the Almond one a few years ago when I started my first job out of college. I love it so much; it's a classic style that has lasted me over two years. The only problem? The sleeves are a bit short. I roll the sleeves up most of the time, but it will be nice to try this trench in a tall size. You can see the Almond version on me here

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  1. Thanks for sharing the reviews. I just started following your blog and being 5'11" I really appreciate seeing the clothes on someone with height and a great fashion sense. J Crew is my go to for talls but I always forget that Banana Republic also has a great tall selection too. The black trench looks gorgeous. I have the J Crew trench in tan which is very nice, but it is a bit short in overall length and waist. Congrats on your lovely purchases.

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    1. Thanks! I usually don't share my purchases, but I was just so excited about these! Let me know if there's any styles in particular you'd like me to review or if you have any tall-related questions. I'll do my best to answer!

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  2. What a steal on the dress! I have the BR trench in almond. I found a tall size at the BR outlet a year ago believe it or not. I love how long the sleeves are and am glad it has a belted waist to create some shape. Hope you love it!

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    1. Don't you love it when you find a random tall size in store?! It's like it was meant to be :)

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  3. Hi! I finally tried the Ella Dress from J Crew that we talked about. The strapless BR dresses work better for tall ladies. The regular sizing on the J crew Ella dress is not very tall friendly (the hip hits at a weird place and the top of the dress is too short).

    I can't wait to see photos of the BR strapless dress on!

    BTW, J crew is having a 40% off of clearance sale code: OURTREAT. Also I went to Banana this weekend and got some great blazers for really cheap. There was an extra 25% all final sale markdowns. Check out the local stores!

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    1. I tried on a few blazers at Banana last weekend and almost pulled the trigger. I've been thinking about them ever since. I might have to go back!

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    2. Which ones were they? I got the white sateen one (http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?pid=462051&locale=en_US&kwid=1&sem=false&sdReferer=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.bananarepublic.com%2Fproducts%2Fwomens-blazers.jsp)

      I also got the striped seersucker blue and white as well from the Spring 2012 collection. They are not tall sized ones and thus I have to get the sleeves let out but still, they are nicely fitted.


      The J crew 40% sale pretty much took a big chunk out of my paycheck. haha. I had already bought the Director dress (that I mentioned to you prior) and now I got the memo dress as well as the Altuzarra for J.Crew Sabrina dress: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/ingoodcompany/Altuzarra/PRDOVR~92134/99102748658/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~gingham%20dress/92134.jsp

      I'll let you know how they turn out. But so far, the director dress is really stunning and the fabric is great!

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    3. I was looking at the sateen ones too, but the soft khaki color. The fit was nice through the waist, but the sleeved felt a little tight on my arms. I tried sizing up, but then the body of the jacket was too big.

      Can't wait to hear how your J.Crew purchases turn out. I absolutely love the Altuzarra dress.

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