J.Crew Tunique Dress in Jaipure Paisley or "Bazaar Tunic Dress" *Updated*
$148 - Item# WA7780
This dress is apparently a retail-only item, which I found out trying to get the store to match the online-only 20% off dresses deal. So, I couldn't get the 20% off price match, but I had to get it anyway! The pattern is just so striking!
The neckline is pretty deep, which is a nice change of pace for me and J.Crew. It might not be great for those who are well-endowed, but you could always throw a thin cami on under it.
They had it belted on the model in the store. This is a tan leather belt, they showed it with a thicker gold belt. I don't feel like this dress is 'so roomy' that it would 'have' to be belted to look good, but it definitely changes the look of it.
I prefer it belted at this point because it makes it more clear that I'm prego and not just thick through the middle.
The back... obviously.
This is definitely going to be a big-seller as my store just put their new stuff out last night and the only sizes left in this dress were one 10 and one 12 .... and then the size 2 on the model that I had them take off so I could try on! (and buy ;)
Some might find the length of this dress a bit short. Remember I am 5'5" and prego, to get an idea of the length on me. I's fully lined and did pass the "sunlight" test in my closet .... aka: not see-thru. The linen material definitely wrinkles badly, so have your steamer on deck!
I'm considering this dress for a evening wedding this weekend. It's a little 'springy', but since it has 3/4 length sleeves I feel like I can get away with it. Not sure how I'm going to accessorize it yet. The pictures above reflect some of the ideas I had while playing around with it, but I haven't found the perfect match yet. I feel like I really need a necklace with it, but I don't like the necklace AND belt AND earring look on me.... just too much! Any ideas appreciated! Thanks for reading!
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