I originally snapped this outfit during the awful and tragic Lost Wireless RemoteGate last week and had full intentions of reshooting them now that I have my remote back, but...never quite got around to doing that.
But the pants I'm wearing are 40% off (through tonight only with code "MONDAY40AB"), and I love them! Seriously, seriously love them- they are so ridiculously soft and perfect for pairing with silky, embellished blouses and heels for the holidays.
So here's a review in case you want to grab them too, bad pictures and Chloe-looking-like-she-needs-a-200-hour-nap be darned.
First things first- these are the Sloan fit Velvet Flared Pants, which Banana Republic describes as being:
Sitting lower on the waist with a sleek, gently-flared leg, our newest Sloan is evening-ready in a supple velvet fabrication.
Gently-flared leg? Check. Supple velvet fabrication (of awesomeness)? Double-check.
The sizing on these is a little goofy. In these first pictures, I'm wearing them in the regular-inseam (33 inches) which I had purchased to wear with high heels and my short 29" inseam legs- I figured 4 inch heels would work well with them, right?
Not quite. While I like my trousers slouchy, they probably need to be taken up at least an inch if not two- I'm wearing them with 4.5" heels here and they're still dragging quite a bit, so I think the inseam might actually be a touch longer than the 33" stated.
Cardigan: Urban Outfitters (buy it here, on sale!)
Top: Gap Silk Applique Blouse (buy it here + take 40% off today only with code "MONDAY40AB")
Pants: Banana Republic Sloan Fit Velvet Pants (buy them here + take 40% off today only with code "MONDAY40AB")
Belt: Old J Crew (similar style here)
Shoes: Alexander Wang Leopard Print Isabeli Mules (buy them here) (a fun option here for under $100!)
Bag: Chloe Paraty in Rosewood (similar style here) (and here in mauve, on sale!)
I then swapped them for the short inseam (which is 31 inches and one inch longer than the petite inseam) and they're perfect with 3" to 3.5" heels, absolutely no slouchy dragging on the floor. The short inseam also fits a bit smaller through the waist- I sized down one size from my J Crew size for the regular-inseam and they were still a little loose through the waist, but that exact same size in the short inseam was pretty tight. I also feel that these pants fit fairly high-waisted, which I like (it's perfect for tucking in blouses), not "lower on the waist" like the website says. Just a bit of FYI if you're trying to figure out sizing! Here they are in the short inseam paired with my Louboutin Mater Claudes:
So if you're petite like me (5'2"...5'3" on a good day?) and want to wear them with heels, I'd do the short inseam (not petite) and consider ordering them in your usual J Crew size. If you're taller, the regular will probably work out well but consider sizing down a size, and even if they need a bit of hemming up due to the length they are well worth it in the end. These pants are probably the most favorite thing I've purchased from Banana Republic this year, and 40% off makes them a great deal! *dies*
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Chloe, Colorful Colorado. 5'8" (only) when teetering in her highest 6 inch Miu Miu platform heels. Likes fashion, broccoli, ice cream, clarifying that she does not eat ice cream with her broccoli as to not cause worldwide panic, hoarding beauty products & pretty shoes, tickle fights with her husband (he would like to clarify that he does not like them back, OKAY?), anything covered in sprinkles, any alcoholic beverage made with Tang, live music, clicking the camera, sarcasm fonts, vases stuffed full of pretty flowers, and laughing hard until her belly hurts. Wants an adventurous life, lots of puppies, to never obtusely wander around with her fly down, and to be an iconic Diane Von Furstenberg wrap dress with a bright, festive print when she grows up. This is where she bravely documents it all. (
Velvet flared pants = Perfection. You also don't look tired or like you need any sleep in these photos so don't worry!
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Chic and cozy - love it!
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Jenn L @ Peas & Crayons
I love those pants! I am barely 5 ft. 2 (even on a horrible no good very bad day....ha!) Love your sense of style! It's really inspiring. Plus your dog? Is totally cute.
ReplyDeleteLove those pants, so different and pretty!
ReplyDeleteLove the pants and the way you styled them! I also appreciate the sizing tips-- it is so hard to judge those things online!
ReplyDeleteLove this style pant on you... better than skinny leg pants! Lookin' good. Thanks for the review!
ReplyDeletePants looking swanky! The style looks super cute on you.
ReplyDeleteSpeaking of cute, have you seen the new Japanese search and rescue dog? Officer Momo is a long-haired chi. (http://dlisted.com/node/39747) Think Petunia would serve as the American liaison of Adorableness?
chloe---I really really love that cardigan and may have to buy it for myself (i love the whole outfit actually!)
ReplyDeletecould you let me know what size you got? probably an XS...but I'm wondering what size I should get...? maybe M?
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-veronika
Chloe, I stumbled upon your blog while looking for boots, and I absolutely adore your sense of style! May I ask how you do your hair? It's messy yet put together. I love it. In fact, may I ask what you tell your hairdresser when you cut it? I need a new cut and I am loving yours! Thank you in advance!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a cute look! I love the shoes :)
ReplyDeleteLove your blog too btw!
-Danielle
OMG you have the Chloe bag! lust lust lust!
ReplyDeleteVelvet= new obsession! perfect for the holidays!
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