September 24, 2012

Review: Tall J.Crew Pencil Skirt

J.Crew Tall No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double-Serge Wool
J.Crew No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double-Serge Wool (Crimson Maple); J.Crew Merino V-Neck Cardigan (Hthr Flax); J.Crew Painter Boatneck Tee in Stripe; Ann Taylor Perfect Patent Leather Pumps; Ralph Lauren Newbury Flap Satchel
J.Crew Tall No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double-Serge Wool
J.Crew Tall No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double-Serge Wool
J.Crew Tall No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double-Serge Wool
J.Crew Tall No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double-Serge Wool

I recently added this Tall J.Crew pencil skirt to my collection. I fell in love with the rich burgundy color and soft wool material. Perfect for fall!

This is actually my first Tall skirt purchase from J.Crew. The regular-sized pencil skirts fit me well, but I've always been curious about the longer length. Verdict? Win!
  • LENGTH: The Tall size is 25.5" long, which is two inches longer than the regular size. On me, the Tall length hits me right below the knee—well before widest part of my calf. This is the best spot for a longer pencil skirt to hit as it accentuates the curves of your calfs rather than making you look stumpy. I find that longer length pencil skirts look best when paired with heels (to balance out the proportions).
  • MATERIAL: The double-serge wool has a weightier feel which is great for cooler weather and the skirt is fully lined to hide any imperfections.
  • CUT: I went with a size 6T because I wanted a slim, but not tight fit. With pencil skirts that go below the knee, you should be able to move, sit, and bend, but the skirt shouldn't be too loose or else you'll look frumpy.
Readers - Have you tried Tall J.Crew pencil skirts before?

8 comments:

  1. You look so gorgeous in that dress.. Keep it up!

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  2. No but I am considering it now b/c of your post. How tall are you btw?

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  3. I am 5'3" and I typically buy the regular no#2 but am seriously considering the tall for extra inches in length.

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  4. Oops...sorry! Just saw your height on one of your pages...never mind my question earlier.

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    1. Yeah, I'm 5'10 and the tall No. 2 pencil skirt definitely goes below my knees!

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  5. What size do you normally take? I usually get 8 for J crew pencil skirts. But last season I got one in this weight of wool and the 8 was too big and looked frumpy. So I guess I'm asking: do you recommend sizing down this season? You mentioned you got a 6 but not what you normally get.

    PS thanks for your great blog! I'm also 5'10" and starting to explore more tall sizes. you're a great help. :)

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    1. Hi, I normally wear an 8, so yes, I would recommend sizing down for this season! Thanks for the note :)

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