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The Revolve Dress by encircled is a really popular multi-way design that was just re-introduced for 2021. It features a reversible neckline - a wide boatneck style or a drapey cowl neck. The Revolve Dress can be worn as a tunic, as a top, and as a dress as shown below. Add in that reversible neckline and you have at least 6 ways to wear this piece!
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We're nearly halfway through 2021 and while the pandemic is far from over, the thought of travel is coming back into the picture for many people. Everyone will have different criteria for when they feel safe traveling and to where they feel safe traveling, but this post will help you pack for travel in a way that enables you to enjoy the literal journey!
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Personal Experience:
I have had the carry on with pocket from Away since mid 2018 and used it on every trip - road trip, US domestic flights, international flights, cruises, trains, buses... you name it. I love it. The design is minimal and timeless. I can fit everything I need in an organized way. It has a handle on the top and the side which makes it really easy to lift into overhead bins on an airplane or shelves on a train etc. I find this especially helpful when my bag is truly loaded and a bit heavy. Since I am petite, having these handles gives me greater control over the bag and confidence as I hoist it wherever it needs to go. The built in laundry bag is surprisingly useful. It snaps in and out easily. The pocket offers 2 zippered areas that can give you easy access to specific things. For instance, maybe I'll place my iPad in the larger pocket and my passport holder and travel documents in the smaller one. Then I always know where they are and when I get on a plane I can quickly pull out my iPad before putting the bag in the overhead bin. Upgrading your smartphone or tablet? Get more $$ than trading in and avoid the scams of selling on eBay One thing worth mentioning is that if you pack too tightly around where the handle telescopes, it will not be able to telescope as smoothly. The customer service from Away is phenomenal. They have a 100 day trial and I literally did make use of this with 0 issues and 100% satisfaction. You can read my away luggage customer service experience here. $20 Off Away Travel Goodies! |
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The Everywhere Bag
The Everywhere Bag is part of my travel uniform. It sits perfectly atop the carry on suitcase and you can fit a ton of stuff in here, depending on your needs. It's water resistant nylon (or upgrade to the leather options), has a laptop pocket that can fit a 15", and comes with a padded shoulder strap or the short straps. I've had this bag since 2018 also and I really like it. It's been able to fit underneath the seat on any flights I have taken, which is important as I am using it as my "personal item".
What I would change? I don't love the zipper set up. Mainly I find the short handles kind get in the way when you using the zipper and reaching for things in the bag. In the grand scheme of things, NBD, but I want to share pros and cons both! I used to use a samsonite boarding bag and it zipped completely open which I found helpful since I use this bag less for in-flight comforts and more for actual packing-space purposes. $20 Off Away Travel Goodies! |
Inside The Luggage
Packing Cubes
Pro Packing Cubes
Dot&Dot Packing Cubes
5 packs vary in price based on size and currently start at $17.99.
Shacke Pak
Tripped Travel Gear Compression Packing Cubes
The Insider Packing Cubes
The Insider Packing Cubes are designed to perfectly integrate into your away luggage. Obviously you can use them with any luggage, but if you are a fan of the Away Travel brand and want to stay in the family and have a perfect fit, check these out. Current price for a 4-pack is $45
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Stay Comfortable
Eye Mask
Mulberry Silk Eye Mask
This is the eye mask I currently use every night. It's made from mulberry silk and made by a wonderful brand. Currently on sale!
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The Sleep Mask
The Sleep Mask from Away Travel is intriguing as it wraps completely around your head to truly shield out all light! Thermoregulating technology will keep you comfortable all flight long. I'd love to try this out!
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Neck Pillow
The Travel Neck Pillow
The travel neck pillow from Away Travel has a foam pillow core, thermoregulating technology and I like that it can be laid completely flat and even attached to their travel blanket! It comes with an antimicrobial pouch that can attach to the outside of any bag which is *awesome*!
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Ergonomic design, memory foam, and magnetic therapy cloth? Intruiging.
Blanket
The Travel Blanket
The Travel Blanket from Away Travel is pretty cool. It packs super tiny, yet unfolds to be long enough to even tuck your feet into - keeping them warm and protected! You can also snap it onto another travel blanket or their neck pillow to stay super snuggly.
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The Chrysalis Cardi
The Chrysalis Cardi is an extremely versatile piece from Canadian ethical and sustainable fashion brand Encircled that is perfect for travel. Wear it in the poncho style for extra warmth on the plane and later as a halter dress when you get to the beach.
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Cashmere Blanket Scarf or Throw
A cashmere blanket scarf or throw can be great for warmth and breathability too! Save $10
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Compression Socks
The Compression Socks
The Compression Socks from Away Travel are quick drying and have anti-order technology.
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Headphones
Beats
While they do take up some real estate in my luggage (actually I clip them to the outside, but still..), my Beats noise cancelling headphones are a must pack. I can block out the sound of the plane and other passengers. And again, when that whole introvert thing kicks in strong, I can just pop on my beats and cut down unwanted interactions 99%.
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AirPods Pro
Even though I bring beats, I also bring Airpods Pro. They are small and take basically no space, but they also offer noise canceling. Sometimes if I wear the Beats too long, I get a headache from the pressure. I am headache prone. So that's when I'd switch to the AirPods. They are also easier to toss in your bag when you're out and about on your trip!
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Stay Healthy
Stainless Steel Insulated Water Bottle
Healthy Snacks
Supplements
Essential Oils
Face masks & Sanitizer
Tissues
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How To Style The Every Day Twist Top
Encircled gives you 5 ideas for starters:
1. Tied in the front 2. Worn in reverse and tied in the back 3. Open cardigan 4. Draped Cardigan 5. Wrap top Here's a 1 minute video on How to Wear The Everyday Twist Top |
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How I Style The Everyday Twist Top Review
Let's start with the basics.
For reference, this is a Plum Purple Everyday Twist Top in size XS. I generally wear 4-6 and I'm just over 5'. XS is my perfect size in the everyday twist top. Oh and also: In almost all of the following pictures I am wearing it with a purple pencil skirt and a white crew neck. This just shows you how many looks you could get with this top and the same skirt, but it could easily be replaced with a variety of skirt styles and colors, dresses, other types of pants etc. So you can see the easiest looks here.
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My favorite way to wear the Everyday Twist Top in reverse is to pair it with some statement jewelry. Etsy is one of my favorite places to go to find independent artists making really unique and special jewelry.
Rather than doing the basic knot at the back when you reverse the Everyday Twist Top, here are two alternative ideas.
Wearing The Everyday Twist Top with Jeans here to give you an idea of the length on my frame. On the right you can see it wrapped into a fitted top like #2 above, except not worn in reverse with the high neckline. I like to wear the top like this, but not with these jeans necessarily. (Ps please ignore the random brown belt I'm wearing. It's my only regular width belt to wear with jeans and my random red Bali elf sandals.) |
The skinny belt is one of my most dear and cherished wardrobe companions as a petite pear. Here are a variety of looks using skinny belt, whether to highlight the waist or to keep the everyday twist top in the right position like in the third picture underneath "full length belted". Start with the basic styles and then just try adding a belt! Could be a coordinating color or a contrasting pop of color. Also adjust the neckline- play with the angles to see what flatters you and what you prefer! Maybe you want to tuck in one of the sleeves for a bold look?! |
Finally I want to share some fun, funky, bold, creative looks. These aren't for everyone, and probably aren't going to be your everyday look with the everyday twist top, but still... if you just want to splash out one day and do something unique... go for it!
Twist, Tie, Knot,Tuck, Angle... just play and have fun with this super versatile piece from encircled! Please note this is not a sponsored post and I purchased the everyday twist top myself in 2018, but I am proud to be an encircled affiliate! If you choose to shop through my links, it helps me offset the expense of creating more detailed content like this to help you make wise purchase and fun styling decisions, so I really appreciate that! :) Save 10% off your first order: Shop The Everyday Twist Top - Canada or US/Global |
Everyday Twist Top Review
What other designs would you like to see styled?
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A brand new design, The Comfy Button Up is being released today after what seems to have been a roller coaster ride of research, design, and production.
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But first of all.... Is it Button Up or Button Down?
I was today years old when I actually learned the answer to this.... I always felt more inclined to say button up, but didn't really know the difference between a "button up shirt" and a "button down shirt". Was it just preference? Is it based on how you do the buttons on your shirts - starting from the top down or going from the bottom button up? Does it depend where you're from? Nope, nope, nope. Apparently it depends on the collar. If there is a collar with buttons, then it is a button down! It's a button down, button up shirt. No buttons on the collar (or no collar at all) and it's a button up shirt! :-o
Now that today's fun fact is covered, let's talk more about the design features of encircled's The Comfy Button Up compared to traditional button ups and their wildly popular The Comfy Dress Shirt. Shop The Comfy Button Up in Canada or US/Global More Encircled Clothing Reviews Here • All Style Posts & Reviews Here |
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The Love-Hate Relationship Between Women and Button Up Shirts
It's hard for most people to get a good fit in a button up. Materials are often uncomfortable. And don't even get us started on buttons gaping open and giving anyone next to you an eyeful.. Let's compare some design elements of traditional button ups with The Comfy Button Up.
The Collar
Let's start with the most noticeable difference: the collar. A traditional button up features a classic collar that I'm sure you're already picturing in your mind, whether it buttons down or not. The Comfy Button Up features a modified standing band collar. This was chosen thoughtfully for style purposes, but also for function, longevity of the garment, and overall sustainability. You see, a gorgeously soft and comfortable modal fabric isn't ideal for a stiff, traditional peaked collar. While it may look great straight out of the package, after washing the collar would likely require more maintanence than any of us are into because the nature of the fabric is to go with the flow, not be stiff and rigid. Like us, right? ;)
I think this is a smart design move. Although most of us would still love to see an option with that crisp collar some day, somehow, it would be worse to save up for a piece that looks amazing and after the first wash you stop reaching for it because the collar is curling. These are the hints that encircled actually cares about what they are designing, are interested in the overall experience with their garments, and are not just trying to crank out as many designs as possible like other brands at the sacrifice of this thoughtfulness. The modified standing band collar also makes this piece more unique in your wardrobe! I love to have pieces that are a little special/unique but totally wearable day in and day out. Win. Shop The Comfy Button Up in Canada or US/Global More Encircled Clothing Reviews Here • All Style Posts & Reviews Here |
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The Neckline
For years I thought I preferred crew necks over V-necks and recently had an epiphany that the reason I got rid of all my V necks was not because I didn't like the style... it was because they were too low for my preference! I'm thrilled to see the neckline choice of The Comfy Button Up being a modest V neck and this design choice coupled with the collar style are said to help combat and prevent the dreaded button gape.
The Material
The Comfy Button Up is made from a heavier weight Modal (a fabric made from beech pulp. 95% of water used in production is recycled!!) and a touch of Spandex. It's a sustainable fabric that is breathable, won't shrink, relatively wrinkle resistant, and holds color beautifully.
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Other Style Details of the Comfy Button Up I Love
What Are The Differences Between The Comfy Button Up Shirt and The Comfy Dress Shirt?
Comfy Button Up Shirt
Higher neckline Buttons up the front |
Comfy Dress Shirt
Lower neckline Front pleats for lovely drape |
What Colors is the Comfy Button Up Available In?
At initial launch 6 colors are available! Black, white, ginger, charcoal, biscotti, and navy!
What Color Am I Getting?
I'm torn between white and biscotti. I'm intrigued by what looks like a touch of olive undertone on the charcoal color, but with spring and summer afoot, I'm leaning toward a lighter neutral!
What Size?
I prefer a more fitted look, so I'll be sizing down to XS for sure!
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