Thursday, May 20, 2010

Lookbook: Peach on Peach

I just recently started pairing tone on tone outfits after seeing Alterations Needed pair 2 shades of purple with her Vince cardigan. Here's what peach on peach looks like.
Top: H & M ruffle shell- size XS (similar HERE)
Skirt: H & M peach skirt- size 4 (similar HERE)
Necklace: Peach/Brown Pearls (similar HERE)
Purse: LV Alma Handbag
These are from Kohl's (surprisingly), super cheap and so pretty!

I fell in love w/this skirt after seeing it on Extra Petite and had to have it. She paired it with a floral top - see her post HERE. I was floored when she said she had to size up to a size 4.  I couldn't find it any H & M stores and then there was one randomly shoved in one of the racks last weekend and it was the only one in the store. The SA said it was a return from a different store so I figured it has to be fate!  I checked for any blemishes and voila- it was in perfect condition. When I tried it on- I was like how is it possible for us tiny petites to wear a size 4? Clearly the size 4 in this skirt fits like a 0. I wish there was a size 2 for me to at least try on.
Here is my attempt of taking photo's outside. As you can tell- the peach ruffle top looks much lighter (almost white) in the natural light. I never have time to take photos anywhere else other than my office. But I wanted to change it up and try some outside.
Shop other peach skirts:

1. Forever 21 peach skirt- this is really cute and comes in XS
2. J.Crew peach skirt- very feminine but not sure how it will fit petites
3. L.C. ruffled peach skirt- I was shocked at how cute this was and I believe its a Junior's brand and comes in XS so it should be petite friendly
I just love the design and details of this skirt- so pretty and very unique compared to my other skirts. The color is definitely something that I don't have. I did think it was a bit pricey for a skirt at H & M but the quality is quite decent.
Shop other ruffle tops:
1. Caslon Peach Ruffle Top- this is from Nordstroms and comes in XS! Never tried this brand but looks promising and affordable
2. Urban Outfitters Ruffle Shell- this looks identical to the J.Crew Grand Ruffle Shell
3. Arden B. Ruffled Smocked Top- OMG, this one I may have to buy- its so flowy and feminine and comes in XS. Arden B. sizes are very petite friendly and run similar to Bebe sizes
The waist fits perfectly and the length is a not too short- which is always a good thing!
I cannot wait for H & M to have an online store. Could they just please hurry up! Anyone else find this skirt or any other goodies at H & M?