I need a medical procedure and I'm hoping my insurance understands that it's a necessity, not frivolous plastic surgery. I'm going to get my camera implanted in my forehead! I'll never have to worry where I've misplaced it and you'll always get better pics than ones from my phone. Sounds like a plan!
Banana Republic jacquard cardigan ($79.50) - Size S - I have lost a couple few lbs since these pics. What's working?
Drinking acv regularly is a big help. And I jumped back on the Wii Fit. I've been doing that for a couple weeks now. I've been using the original Fit game from the 2009 release. I knew I needed something more so I ordered EA More Workouts. It's an improvement over the original and sooooo much fun. I've been doing exercises 2-3 times/day since receiving this past Sat.
I love the texture of the sweater. There's a thickness to it. When you touch it it's gonna feel weird in contrast to all the cheap, thin sweaters we've endured in recent years. I love the pattern. It's like digital hieroglyphics. Can I just tell you I spelled hieroglyphics correctly on the first try?
The white band on the bottom may cause trouble for some of you if it hits in an odd place on the hips. It could easily add visual weight. Now who is trying to do that?
I also tried on the M, but the S created a sleeker look.
The Feeling
I'm dizzy! No, just blurry. I made my appt for a consultation about the camera implant. I'll let you know what they say. In the meantime, I liked this sweater. It felt a little snug to get on and I think that's because of the material. The quality feels good, though. Simply a thumbs up.
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J Crew shawl collar stripe sweatshirt vs. Banana Republic's striped rib-knit shawl collar pullover
I have the shawl collar stripe sweatshirt and it's worn very well. I was concerned about the shawl part pilling, but it hasn't been bad at all. The BR sweater version is rather identical.
Banana Republic on Promo
These items are on promo and BRSAVE35 can be applied for an additional discount. There are restrictions, I.e. new arrivals, Heritage, cashmere and others. However, I did a mockcheck and found that the code does work on some of the new arrivals.
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The classic trench (review) is still on promo for $148, bringing it to $96.20 with BRSAVE35 . The code ends tonite. Have fun if you're shopping :)
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I need a laugh on this grey raw NJ afternoon. good luck with that
ReplyDeleteNow I'm upset I didn't think of forehead cameras first. Genius.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the weight loss! I played Just Dance for the Wii the other day while attempting to amuse little children and it was one of the funnest things I've done in a long time. It's good exercise if you're super into it. xD I quite like DDR as well for video game fitness, but I'm not sure if you can get it on the Wii.
Cute sweater! I like the contrast.
Oh- I really like that jacquard sweater- though not a huge fan of the waist band! Thanks for pointing it out! I started trying to try ACV but I keep forgetting to take it...can it improve your memory?!
ReplyDeleteYou had me worried at the beginning of your post and now I'm trying to not LOL. Husby is asleep since he has to be up extra early for a work thing so shhhhh... ;)
ReplyDeleteI don't think I could spell hieroglyphics on the third try.
Definitely the size S, you look great!
Kind of loving the sweater on you. The red is a nice touch. Hope you got the S.
ReplyDeleteDon't feel bad about not remembering to take your camera. As my grandma would say, I would forget my head if it weren't hooked on.
Thanks for the reviews Gigi! Love that cardigan...I think that it looks great on you! I purchased the BR diamond jacquard pullover in the tan color and LOVE it...very nice quality. I have to tell you that I'm really digging the GAP and BR lately, sadly much more so than JCrew and their awful final sale. I just received the Gap merino chevron sweater in navy and cream and it's super cute and flattering. Thanks for all of the great reviews-I really appreciate them!
ReplyDeleteI ordered this. I'm not sure it will work on me or not, but I'm curious. I also ordered a white and black skirt that will be great for spring and summer. I love that Gap brands offer free shipping for orders over $50. Much more reasonable than J. Crew.
ReplyDeletei actually bought that jcrew shawl sweater because of your review or your mention of it. i love it. this weekend i picked up the BR shawl sweater (in white and gray) for $22 (it was on sale for 36.99 plus an extra 40% off)! Online it's full price, which is weird so definitely check the stores! I love it also!
ReplyDeleteYou crack me up! When I saw the cardigan at the store I was immediately drawn to it because the colors and pattern were so "palm beach chic" but it didn't fit well on me. Maybe it was the thick fabric but it was very boxy. After having read your review, I think it might have been the white band on the bottom!
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