Ann Taylor’s latest collection has got to be one of my favorites from them…the soft blush + navy color scheme, feminine details, and eye-catching prints are right up my alley. For a spring project with them, I picked out this outfit which is a medley of textures. A ruffled blouse with fluidity, a blazer in light chambray-tweed, a pop of patent pumps, and last but not least my favorite texture comes in the form of a basketweave cotton floral skirt.
Fit and sizing-wise, I thought each of these pieces fit true to size for the brand. Since the blouse is drapey it fit me without alterations in xxsp. The color “tender tan” is skewing pink in my photos but is more beige in-person. The skirt in 00p was a roomy fit on me so I got my usual alterations of taking it in from the waist all the way down. I forgot to try machine drying it first, which might’ve actually done the trick since this skirt is 97% cotton, 3% spandex so may shrink (care tag says lay flat to dry). If you are my size, I did find a thicker striped sweater skirt there which fit really well in xxsp, sitting high at my natural waistline without any alterations!
The blazer fits well in the shoulders but is a little roomy through the torso on me. I chose this particular one because if you look at the model photo, it’s pretty evident that the design is a shrunken-fit, bracelet-length style so it’d be better suited on petite frames than a regular cut blazer would. Both the cut and material remind me a lot of the popular Theory “gratian” blazer from years ago that longtime readers might remember! The jacket is in an interesting lightweight textured fabric that looks like a mix of tweed and chambray, and is fully lined in navy with white contrast piping.
For shoes, I find AT’s sizing to run a little bit bigger than other American brands. I am typically between 5 and 5.5 in most brands, sometimes a 6 in sneakers, and always take a size 5 in their footwear.
Measurements: skirt in 00p is 12.75″ across the waist, 15.5″ across the hips, and 20″ length. Blazer in 00p is 14″ across the shoulders, 15″ across the armpits and 14.5″ across the waist when buttoned up, 19″ long sleeves, and 20″ total length.
PS: not pictured here, but AT’s accessories collection this season is worth checking out – lots of classic, feminine styles for both shoes and handbags! Size 5 and 5.5 shoes are online exclusives. I would highly recommend the May low block-heeled sandals if you liked my old Parisi ones that I wore to the ground. I received a sample pair and these neutral, walkable-height sandals fit true to AT sizing and will go with everything. I also love the look of the minimalistic strappy Elly sandals, the Gigi higher block-heeled sandals, and the Kaye woven pumps which look like a conservative but still very stylish mid heel (have not tried any of these on for size).
I love this look!
I really love that top that you chose and how pretty the whole outfit goes together (especially the shoes!).
coffeeslag
COFFEESLAG Color Filled Spring
Your skirt looks amazing! Such a lovely outfit <3
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So on trend with the pantone colours of the year!
I love that top, and the shoes match perfectly! Sometimes I find Ann Taylor's sizing to be a little tricky in terms of xxsp and 00p- they either fit true to size or much larger! But their sizing is much less confusing than J. crew's new size chart.
Julia // Little Miss Haute Couture
I love this outfit. It`s perfect for the spring, very chic and elegant. Love those pumps.
Cute outfit. This floral skirt is so beautiful.
xx
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Great post. The blouse is my favorite!
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Gorgeous (per usual 😉 On an unrelated note: Have you found any Gladiator sandals that you like yet? I love the new trend but am having a hard time finding ones that don't look awkward on my short legs! Thanks so much-Jessica
That floral skirt is so cute, and love those pumps! I've missed all your business casual outfits
Characters & Carry-ons
Very chic and elegant.
Compliments!
The blush color goes so well against your skin tone, and those shoes are so pretty, the color, the bow.
Beautiful spring styling
So pretty! Love every detail of your outfit!
xx
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Spring is so beautiful. I love the florals, pastels and feminine looks around this time of the year! This is a really lovely outfit!
-Mei
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Great post! I bought everything but the skirt ( a little too floral for me!)
This is such a perfect look for spring season. I like it a lot! 😉
Laura
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Love this outfit! You look so pretty.
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I love the feminine and soft tones paired with that beautiful floral print! You look beautiful as well!
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That floral pencil is so pretty! I love the print! And with the blouse and the bow pumps? Perfection.
By the way, I’m hosting a weekly favorites blogger linkup on my blog today. I’d love for you to come share your favorite post of the week!
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I love the blouse, the skirt and love how fit the blazer is. I usually can't find a blazer that fit me like this.
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Love the outfit! I just purchased it.
I love this outfit! It looks amazing on you! So classy and chic! 🙂
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love that color on you! love the skirt!
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This is a little bit out of my style comfort zone but I so love this look on you. The blush tones compliment you so well!
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I am completely in love with your pumps and skirt!!! <3
The skirt print is just awesome!!!!
Xxxx
Have a nice weekend
Julie, Petite and So What
Love your skirt! Looks so beautiful!
Xoxo,
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This outfit is so feminine, I love it! The palette is perfect for spring, and has the hues of cherry blossom season :3
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Oooh that skirt is so pretty!! I love AT – they have such great, classic pieces 🙂
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The print isn't one I would gravitate towards, but your description and review of the skirt has me sold! And you look great! x
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Can you give some thoughts on how your Prada double bag is holding up? I'm really interested in picking one up (in your color, black, or cammeo) but have heard it's quite delicate!
Very beautiful skirt. Thid outfit seems to be very comfortable. Is it really comfortable?
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Nice style!
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Super cute skirt!
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Love that pencil skirt!You look so pretty
xoxo
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Love the skirt!
Liz @ ShoppingMyCloset.com
Love the skirt and blazer to balance out the look.
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I love this outfit. I was actually thinking of what work outfits I could wear in spring and my first thought was "look at Extra Petite!" I probably would have never given that top a second look, but the more I look at it, the more I like it. Will definitely add this to my wish list!
Lauren Lalipop
I really understand that this collection is one of your favourites! You look simply fantastic in your spring look and I see I must also wear a floral skirt soon again 🙂
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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