Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Shopping Spree: Armani Exchange

Armani Exchange is one of those rare stores I've found that (sometimes) carry a size XS small enough to fit my XXS self :)  Their clothes are usually a little too trendy for me though, but once in a while there are some good finds.  There were only a few things that caught my eye (and still available in my size) this time.

First is the Strapless Bubble Dress in p0:



The fit is actually pretty good considering it's a strapless, and I like that it has pockets.  The color, however, wasn't really what I expected.  I wanted more like a rich true red, but this was more of a hot-pink kind of red.  I'm not sure what I'd wear this to... so it's probably a return.

Next is the Lightweight Printed Trench in XS:




I have to admit that I almost didn't even try this one on, because the printed fabric just kind of threw me.  I know it's in the name!  But for some reason I thought it was a slubby fabric instead of an actual print.  Here's a close up of the pattern:


I've been wanting a light trench since the almost-but-not-good-enough Ann Taylor LOFT trench that I've reluctantly decided to return.  The fit of this one was a pleasant surprise!  Even from the side it was fitted... which was a big contrast to the LOFT coat.   And because of the pleated design it actually gave me a butt which is virtually unheard of!  The sleeves are too long though, but that seems like an easy fix.  If only it was in a different fabric... I would keep it in a heart beat.  I'm still thinking about keeping it anyway.  I got it ~$63 after tax, so it's not a huge investment... but it's $63 I could put toward the perfect trench...

I also tried the Mesh Moto Jacket and the Printed Cardigan in XS:


But they definitely did not work, and I was tired of taking pictures so I didn't even bother.  I do like that A|X has a generous return policy and pays for return shipping as well, so off they go!

6 comments:

  1. Wow! That trench really surprised me! How cute!

    Most A|X pieces are too "clubby" for me, but you found some good stuff! Have you tried their size p0 yet? It's super tiny.

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  2. They pay for return ship?? Ahhh I'm orderin p0s to try on...hope it's not too small for me. That trench fits quite well on you for an xs. I like the cut much better than the LOFT one, but I agree Im not a fan of that print. Too bad it doesn't come in regular khaki!

    Ps-thanks for sharing bout the free ship. I had no idea!

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  3. @AN: Oops I should've paid more attention, the dress is actually in p0 (XS dresses would never have fit me!)

    @PAG: I love free return shipping! That's probably why I buy more shoes than I should... because shoe sites usually offer free returns so I buy to "try" and end up keeping lol.

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  4. That trench is really cute, and definitely looks smaller than the Loft trench! I love the dress too- it and would be a fun cruise dinner dress, but I can't think of many other occasions to wear it. :)

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  5. I never thought to check out A/X! They actually have small sizes? Shocker! I love the red dress on you- fits you perfectly! And the trench is to die for!!!! And free return ship - I'm sold!!! :)

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  6. I just finished an internship at the Armani Press office in London and I totally remember that Jacket! I will say, I bought an xs A|X dress from a huge Armani sample sale and it won't fit over my boobs! I'm determined to make it work though!

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