For reference: I am 5’5”, 135 lbs, 36-30-39, size 6 or 8.
Dotted Mesh Layering Top
Military Mint, Size S
Wow, I’m in love with this color of green! It’s a great color for spring, but would also work well in the fall. The dotted pattern gives the top a little something extra without being overpowering.
FP’s sizing can be all over the place at times. I usually wear a S (sometimes XS) in their looser-fitting tops. Fitted tops like this one usually necessitate sizing up to a M. I took a S & a M to the fitting room with me. I found the S to fit snugly, but not as snugly as I expected. It fit me exactly like I would’ve expected the M to. I definitely wouldn’t size up; I like my layering pieces fitted. The sleeves are a bit long, but I didn’t mind that at all.
I probably wouldn’t ever wear this on its own or layer it over other pieces, only underneath. It looks f-ing awesome underneath other tops though, as you’ll soon see.
When I first picked it up I thought the mesh might be irritating on my skin. It’s a bit scratchy, but not uncomfortably so.
Verdict: $48 for layering is steep. I will likely buy this at sale time.
Confettied Collar Tunic (sold out online)
Tea Combo, Size S
The collar & pattern on this top instantly drew me in. The collar is a sweater knit in the same colors as the pattern (pink, green, orange). It’s 100% polyester, so it’s soft & silky to the touch.
The size S was a bit tight across my back. I tried to get a picture of it, but you couldn’t really tell. I love how it nips in the waist though. I’m not sure that I would size up to a M & risk losing that definition.
The bottom portion of the top was the perfect amount of flowy: it hides my pooch without making me look pregnant.
I love this over the Dotted Mesh Layering Top! The colors go perfectly together. A tank over a long sleeve top is something I never do, but after seeing how great this looks I might just have to start.
The tea color is lovely, but doesn’t look great with my pale skin tone. Because of that, I’m not sure I’d ever wear it on its own.
Verdict: It’s a pass for me.
Always Rosey Lace Bomber (sold out in ivory online)
Ivory, Size S
This bomber combines several characteristics that I adore: florals, lace, ivory & jacket. It was a no brainer that I would snatch this beauty to try on.
My size S fit TTS. At first I thought I might not be able to zip it comfortably, but it had just enough stretch to it that it zipped just fine. I could probably size up to a M for a looser fit, but I prefer my jackets more fitted.
I think this jacket looks great open or closed, which makes it so versatile. I envision myself wearing it open over a flowy tank more than wearing it closed, but I like having the option.
Maybe I’m just too in love to see any flaws with this jacket, but to me it’s perfection.
Verdict: It’s going home with me. Definitely worth the $128 price tag.
