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How To Style a Black Turtleneck Sweater (Featuring Mott & Bow Cashmere Willow Turtleneck)

2/3/2022

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One of my favorite winter clothing staples to stay warm and have cute cold weather outfits is definitely a cozy turtleneck sweater. 

How to Style a Black Turtleneck Sweater

A black turtleneck sweater can be worn so many ways and is an excellent layering piece for winter, let alone a staple for many in a modest capsule wardrobe. In this petite style blog post I will share some of my favorite ways to style a black turtleneck sweater!

Black Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater Outfit - Skinny Blue Jeans & Riding Boots

A simple outfit for cold days would be to wear the black (or any color) turtleneck with some jeans.

​In this case I am wearing these high waisted jeans from Mott and Bow together with tall riding boots like these. 
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Black Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater Outfit - Skinny Blue Jeans & Leather Ankle Boots

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An easy way to dress up this cozy look for a date night could be the addition of some cute ankle booties! 

This pair are incredibly comfortable once broken in and look so polished. I have been wearing these booties 4-5 days a week lately! 

The modest heel is enough to elevate an outfit while remaining comfortable for walking. 

​See my review of the Dari Boot here. 

Black Cashmere Turtleneck Sweater Outfit - Knotted over  Maxi Skirt (Rifle Paper Co Fabric)



Another way to wear a turtleneck sweater in winter or fall time is to wear it overtop of a dress, or as in this case, a high waisted maxi skirt! 

This skirt was custom made on Etsy and the fabric is Rifle Paper co Garden Party! If you're a whiz at sewing, check out rifle paper co fabric here and here! 

​As you can see, the Cashmere turtleneck works beautifully knotted up to create the illusion of long legs that I surely do not have, when combined with the lengthening lines of the maxi skirt. 

​The Dari Boot With Skirt
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How to Care for Cashmere Sweaters

With any garment, you should always check the label and adhere to it for the best outcome and greatest longevity. Some say dry clean only. Others say hand wash. It's generally best to lay them flat to dry if you are washing at home. 

Protect Your Sweaters With This Undershirt

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Decreasing the need to launder sweaters definitely helps extend their lifespan. One way to do that is to wear a layer beneath them. I especially recommend these sweat proof undershirts. My initial review of them is here. They definitely make a huge difference, although they are a bit of an investment. Save a few bucks on them here.

Maintain Your Sweaters With These Tools

Over time it is natural for your sweaters to obtain "pills". Friction causes the fibers to bunch up into little balls that can be unsightly. But wait! Don't get rid of that sweater, it's still good!
​Try one of these tools (carefully!) to extend the life of your sweaters. 

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As seen in this post:
  • Mott & Bow Black Cashmere Turtleneck Willow
  • Mott & Bow Beekman High Waisted Skinny Jeans
  • Keen Leather Presidio Mid Calf Boot
  • Nisolo Dari Commuter Boot
  • Encircled Clothing Leggings 
  • Numi Sweatproof Undershirt
  • Clay Earrings
  • Handmade Skirt
  • Rifle Paper Co Fabric

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--> Nisolo Ethical Shoe Reviews
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Mott & Bow High Rise Cotton Skinny Jeans Review - Beekman

12/30/2021

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This fall I fell in love with Mott and Bow's super comfy high rise black skinny jeans (Bond Jean - review here, shop here). The first pair of high rise jeans I've owned and the first pair of black jeans. They felt so chic. 
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​But then something happened. Let's call it ... winter. Let's call it dark, dreary, damp, cold days.

I wanted to combat the external mood with some lighter denim - Mott and Bow's High Rise Skinny Beekman Jean in Light/Medium Blue.  

Mott And Bow Women's High Waisted Skinny Jean Review - Beekman 

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Mott And Bow Women's High Waisted Skinny Jean Review - Beekman
These cotton blue jeans are made of 95% cotton, 4% poly, 1% elastane. They are a heavier weight jean than the Bond and definitely have less give, but they look so, so good!

Mott and Bow Beekman Jeans Styled w/ Encircled Comfy Button Up & Nisolo Huarache Sandals

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Mott and Bow Beekman Jeans Styled With Encircled Comfy Button Up and Nisolo Huarache Sandals
After your first wear you will settle right into these light blue jeans. I love the wash on these as it feels classic and timeless and adds a pair of lighter pants into my closet which is predominately black and dark blue. The ankle opening is quite narrow (as you'd expect for skinny jeans) so if that is a concern for you, but you want a lighter wash jean, you may want to try the Mott & Bow Jane Jean.

Light Blue Denim with Brandy leather Accessories from Nisolo

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Light Blue Denim with Brandy leather Accessories from Nisolo

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  • Mott and Bow Beekman High Rise Skinny Jeans 27x28 - c/o Mott & Bow
  • Encircled Clothing The Comfy Button Up XS - Encircled.ca or Encircled.co
  • Numi The Signature Crop Sweatproof Undershirt Almond XS
  • Nisolo Huarache Leather Sandals in Brandy 8.5
  • Nisolo Noemi Belt Brandy Extra Small 
  • Nisolo Cleo Convertible Crossbody in Rosewood

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Numi Sweat Proof Clothing Reviews

12/9/2021

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Here is my current Numi collection updated for Winter 2021!

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Table of Contents:

Numi Sweat Proof Undershirt Reviews:
  • The Crop
    • Why Interested?
    • Fit
    • Wear Testing
    • Quality/Longevity Prognosis
    • Functionality
    • Expectations Met?
    • Would I Rebuy?
    • Improvement Suggestions
    • Will I Keep It?
​Numi Mask Review

About Numi 

In 2013 Founder Michelle was motivated to solve a problem she herself was facing - She was no longer wearing her favorite pieces of clothing because dry-cleaning was expensive and they were prone to noticeable sweat stains. Let's face it, we've all been there.  After a successful crowdfunding campaign, Numi was born! 
Numi's high performance sweat proof undershirts wick and absorb moisture and oder away from the body thus preventing stains. They've expanded into some beautiful silks that I hope to try! 

Numi The Crop - XS Black & Almond $60 (Oct 2021)

Why I Was Interested In Trying The Crop by Numi

I followed Numi as a brand for a couple of years before finally ordering a couple of their performance sweat proof undershirts to try. 


Shifting to more conscious clothing purchases recently means I have been slowly adding better quality pieces into my wardrobe. A lot of these pieces are beautiful natural/more sustainable fibers like cashmere, silk, organic cotton, tencel and modal to name a few.

Proper care of our garments can help them to last much longer. Most of our clothing items are being washed way more often than is actually necessary which causes breakdown of the fibers and shortens the lifespan of the garment considerably.

​Thus, one reason to try Numi sweat proof undershirts was to extend the number of wears before needing to wash! Having a base layer prevents the garment from contacting your skin and absorbing sweat and other oils throughout the day. (And it's cozy in these cooler months!)
Throughout the day, I often notice visible sweat marks in the armpit region of my tops, no matter the weather. I do make and use my own natural deodorant which works great and honestly I feel that I sweat less than I used to when I used commercial “deodorant/antiperspirant”. Still, sweat comes out and I am totally okay with that (it's natural and part of the body's design!), but it can be awkward if it’s really noticeable.

​And of course, I don’t want to have my garments stained over time from this. So preventing those sweat marks, temporary and permanent, is another reason to try Numi technical undershirts for women. 
Finally, the modesty aspect. I personally always feel more comfortable when I have a modest base layer on. This allows me to wear different necklines and silhouettes without feeling self conscious or needing to constantly adjust them. I always thought a cami was the perfect solution for this, and recently tried quince silk camis, but was a little disappointed that the neckline was lower than my preference for this purpose and the fit was also not ideal for it either. So Numi undershirts could be a perfect cami alternative for modesty!
TL;DR - I tried Numi because I was interested in preventing sweat marks and stains, minimizing the need for washing garments, thus extending their life, and as a modest layering piece.

Numi The Crop Review - Fit

I chose size XS and the fit is comfortably snug, as it should be. I think XS was the right choice for me. I'm always torn between XS and S, but since I didn't have to accommodate my hips (petite pear over here!) as this is a crop top, I felt safe with the XS.

Numi The Crop Review - Quality/Longevity Prognosis

The material blend, 90% Tencel, 10% Lycra, is thin (except at the armpits) on purpose, so that it can be as invisible as possible underneath your other garments. This being the case and having some experience with soft materials, I anticipate it pilling a bit from the friction of always being worn under a garment. Since I don’t plan to wear this as a shirt alone, this shouldn’t be a problem if it does indeed happen. It won’t impact my primary ways of wearing the Numi Cropped Essential Undershirt - to prevent sweat stains and extend the life of my more precious garments. Finishing and stitching quality looked very nice upon arrival!

​Numi The Crop Review - Wear Testing

To wear test this "sweat proof undershirt" I decided to wear it under a few different layers of clothing.

Layer 1: Numi Undershirt
Layer 2: Quince Silk Button Up
Layer 3: Mott & Bow Cashmere (Review Here)

I started to get pretty warm in this combo and proceeded to clean the entire house and do laundry. By the end I was feeling very warm, if not overheated... And guess what? Success!! No moisture on my finer garments, even the Numi didn’t feel wet from the outside. Also no other deodorant marks etc.

Initial thoughts from wear testing:

Reverse neckline is too high and makes me feel frumpy.
Scoop neck is so low it cuts below my bra lines which makes for weird lines under clothing and doesn’t help replace a cami for modesty.

Sleeve lines could initially be seen on some thinner materials but seemed to roll out as the day went on and disappear. Could be avoided with the long sleeve edition possibly.

​Trying to pull fabric up at the shoulders to raise the scoop neckline caused weird bunching. I think with broader shoulders and a fuller chest you wouldn’t have any trouble, but I am petite and I think I must have narrow shoulders so it doesn’t work great for me and I hate the feeling of clothing falling off my shoulders.

​Numi The Crop Review - Functionality

The Numi sweat proof undershirt does the job for me. It keeps me feeling cozy, my armpits dry, and my other garments protected. Unfortunately as a modest layering piece, it’s not as functional as I would have hoped *on my body*.    :( I find the crew neck option to be too high and the scoop neck is extremely low on me. 

​Additionally, I know many wear this shirt on it's own, but I find the material too thin for that purpose, personally.

​Numi The Crop Review - Were my expectations met?

Kind of. I'm getting 2/3 of my wishes on this purpose, so that's pretty solid!!
There are a lot of days when I'm like, "man... I wish that Numi neckline fit me better because everything else about it is EXACTLY what I want to wear and need for this outfit today..."  I can't be the only one feeling like this is almost perfect! 

​Numi The Crop Review - Would I Rebuy? Any Suggestions for Improvement?

I would definitely consider rebuying if Numi adjusted the neckline or made an additional neckline option that wasn’t such a low scoop.

I would also consider getting the full length version (aka "The Signature").  I bought the crop thinking it would be more versatile year round for modesty/sweat resistant layering without the bulk of tucking in another layer. In reality it’s making me a tad chilly in the winter because my chest feels snug and cozy with the extra layer, while my belly feels a bit breezy and exposed through the top clothing layer(s). In the warmer months I am guessing my use will be more limited than I initially expected because of the necklines being less than idea for me.

For most people who don't mind a scoop neck like this and aren't as petite and narrow up top as I am, I believe this top will work very well for them as is!

​Numi The Crop Review - Will I Keep it and actually wear it?

Yes. I will definitely be keeping the Numi performance undershirts and I will definitely get good use out of them and continue to formulate an ongoing opinion of them.
I hope this review has helped you decide if Numi's Essential Undershirt "The Crop" is right for you or not. 
Check out all of Numi's current lineup with a discount here!

Numi The Mask - OS Black & Almond $15 (Oct 2021)

The Mask from Numi is made from upcycled fabric from their essential undershirts - Tencel/Spandex Blend. The masks are two layers and super soft, as you'd expect. Having a petite face, I have found that many face masks do not fit me well and gape open at the sides which is not ideal. The Numi face masks actually fit my face well! As with all masks I've tried so far that go behind the ear, the back of my ears do get sore after extended wear. But that's better than the alternative, for sure. :) Bundles of 3 masks come at a discoun, btw!

Other Numi Products I'd Like To Try

  • Numi The Mock Tencel Mockneck Sweatproof Undershirt
    This would 100% be my go to base layer all winter long. 
  • Numi The Simone Sustainable Silk Button Up
    With my new-found love for button ups, this one looks so well designed. Love the way it falls and the buttons on the cuffs... The hardest part is which color? Go with a staple white, navy, black, or a fun limited pop of color?

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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Review

10/7/2021

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Tradlands is a brand I discovered in the last few years as I began my personal style journey and endeavored to shop more intentionally all around.


They have some really high quality pieces and some iconic designs that come back season after season. I actually love this about the brand. It’s the whole idea of slow fashion -- not turning over so many new designs you can’t keep up as a consumer.

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Tradlands focuses on designing really solid pieces that become so loved they can keep bringing them back because you’re going to want that in another color.. or you want to save up to make a responsible clothing purchase. Or your best friend heard you raving about it all year and now they’re ready to make an investment. 
Yes. Investment. Tradlands pieces (for most people) are an investment. The upfront cost may be higher, but you’re getting a quality garment that is going to last longer and is ethically made. But enough about that! TBH, you already know that and you probably have been looking for tradlands clothing reviews or even tradlands shelter cardigan reviews for that exact reason. I commend your diligence! I, too, am an avid googler of regular-people reviews of everything from spaghetti sauce to sustainable fashion. I always find everyone’s opinions or pictures are helpful in their own way. So let’s try on the Shelter Cardigan!

Oh hey! Cozy chunky knit sweater, anyone? Yes please! The Shelter Cardigan has a loose, gently oversized fit with drop shoulder and light balloon sleeves. This is a 100% cotton cardigan, which can be surprisingly hard to find. 
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Review - Birch XXS
BTW, I ordered XXS • 5’2” -  b 33” w 27”
Take note of how beautiful the knit is and how sort of vibrant? the color is even though it’s basically just off white? I’ve seen this vibrancy in the other Tradlands knits and I think it’s one of the many reasons these sweaters scream quality to so many people. 
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Slouchy, Sleeves Rolled
If you’re looking for fit reference, note where the birch shelter cardigan xxs hits between waist and hips on a petite body. Also note the drop sleeve and overall sleeve length. Some pics I have rolled the sleeves a bit to give you an idea. This is easily a sleeves-over-fingers cozy kind of sweater for someone with my arm length! How do you like it with just the top button done?
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan, Top Button Buttoned
Maybe you like the idea of buttoning all 3 of the buttons and doing a little cardigan tucked into high rise jeans look? Here ya go:
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Two Buttons Done Plus Front Tuck
While many people love to wear the Shelter Cardigan as a top in itself, I think I would find it too low for comfort. I would at least want a cami or even a numi top (which will also protect the sweater from sweat) underneath. Here you can see the fit difference if you pull it back from the shoulders to make the neckline more modest or if you pull it forward. Which do you prefer?
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Pulled Back For Cropped Look
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Pulled Forward For Longer Look
Do you like to tuck in chunky knit sweaters and cardigans? Here’s a look with the Tradlands Shelter Cardigan tucked in to Mott And Bow High Waisted Black Skinny Jeans and finished with a red leather skinny belt. (Mott & Bow Bond Jean review here)
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Tucked Into High Waisted Jeans
Are you the spunky wear-it-in-reverse type to get the most versatility out of every piece in your capsule wardrobe? Here’s the Tradlands Shelter Cardigan in reverse. I kind of loveee that diagonal knit at the shoulder, don’t you?
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Tradlands Shelter Cardigan Worn Backwards
The Tradlands Shelter Cardigan is a beautiful and high quality, ethically made cotton knit cardigan with buttons. FYI The Shelter Cardigan does not have pockets, if that’s something you’re looking for in a cardigan. I chose the color birch because I wanted this piece to work with literally anything I’m wearing, no matter the color spectrum, but Tradlands has some really gorgeous new fall colors out like jam and also emerald green (I think that was released in summer, but still) so if this style if your jam (ha, jam.)… you may want to go big with another vibrant hue! 
This slightly oversized slouchy cardigan is a huge departure from my historical style, but it’s actually a pretty awesome addition. When deciding between the Shelter Cardigan vs Cottage Crewneck Sweater, I opted for the shelter cardigan because it is a sweater with buttons. You see, my temperature fluctuates so much. One minute I’m hot, the next I’m cold. Then I’m hot, then the AC kicks on and my teeth start chattering… I have a hard time staying comfortable so I’m constantly putting on a layer and take it off which is much easier to do with an open cardigan or button cardigan than an over-the-head sweater. (Although those sweaters are great for true winter when I’m just gonna be cold no matter what until spring haha.)
Tradlands Shelter Cardigan is now my go-to cardigan for Fall and Winter layering.
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Huge thanks to Tradlands for gifting this sweater! Stay tuned for more styling ideas featuring xxs tradlands shelter cardigan in birch.

In the mean time you can see all available sizes and colors of the Shelter Cardigan on the Tradlands website. 

How To Save Money On Tradlands Clothing

  • You can use Shop Pay to split your purchase into 4 equal and interest free installments, which may be really helpful for you! You can fill wardrobe gaps a couple times a year and spread the expense out instead of having it hit at once. Score!
  • Also check out the worn well exchange where you can find pre-loved second hand Tradlands pieces at a discount or even sell you previous Tradlands pieces for store credit or cash. 
  • Second hand used clothing sites and apps at times have Tradlands pieces. I bought a Tradlands Chambray Shirt Dress on Poshmark (use Discount Code MJRS_6913) and it made me fall in love with the brand along with renewing my faith in button up shirts. 
  • As far as Tradlands discount codes are concerned, they do pop up from time to time. They have great sales periodically like their recent 30% off summer sale coupon. I do try to share Tradlands sales when I can so I can help you save on whichever Tradlands piece you’ve been eyeing! Hope it helps!  :) 
And of course, if you’re a first time customer of tradlands you can get a $25 Tradlands Discount here.

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New Performance Workwear Line From Encircled Clothing

9/23/2021

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As many people slowly start or continue to return to the office after abruptly working from home for possibly a year and a half or more, one thing is for sure: Uncomfortable workwear is out! At the same time, we want to look and feel put together and bring our best self to work, even if we are still working remotely.
Enter the new performance workwear line from encircled clothing.  

The Performance Pencil Skirt.

The Performance Pencil Skirt from encircled clothing features a comfy waistband, hidden pocket, and marries the comfort of activewear with the timeless look of a pencil skirt. 
Comfy Dress Shirt  CA  or US/Global • The Dressy Mockneck Top  CA  or US/Global  • Black Leather Ankle Boots Similar Here
The Performance Pencil Skirt, $168 
XS-XXL • Bordeaux, Black, Slate Blue 
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Encircled Clothing Review: The Performance Pencil Skirt Review 
​I absolutely love the look of the performance pencil skirt. It’s totally up my alley as a regular skirt wearer. I know this has been thoughtfully designed to not be a constricting pencil skirt, but a comfortable pencil skirt that you can actually move in. While I appreciate the incorporation of the slit for easy movement, I really have to see this piece in person to decide if it’s right for me. The model is a good 5” taller than I am, so it’s possible that the slit would be okay for me, but I really prefer not to have slits above the knee. There are some really elegant ways to add movability into a pencil skirt via slits/splits without showing more skin based on how the slit is designed and constructed. I do also have pencil skirts that offer plenty of movability without having a slit at all, so I think it’s more of a style and design choice and I’m really curious to see one in person and see where/how that slit falls on me!
This is a pencil skirt with pockets. Well, a pocket. I think the hidden pocket is so cool, but I honestly haven’t used it at all in my other encircled pieces, so I’m not sure I would use it on this performance pencil skirt either. Of course, I get that everyone wants pockets in everything and it’s really hard to make a pencil skirt with pockets that are useful and flattering, so… good compromise. 

Will you be trying the new Performance Pencil Skirt from Encircled? Let me know what you think! 

The Performance Work Dress. 

The Performance Work Dress from encircled clothing is a boatneck dress with 3/4 sleeves, A-line silhouette, and a work dress with pockets! 
Leather Slides Similar Here 
The Performance Work Dress, $248
XS-XXL • Bordeaux, Black
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Encircled Clothing Review: The Performance Work Dress Review 
​The Performance Work Dress is another piece that is totally up my alley. I’m excited to try the new fabric for this performance workwear line because I think it maybe the key to really being comfortable in encircled dresses and skirts! Let me explain… All of Encircled’s dresses and skirts that I’ve tried are comfortable. Their usual fabrics are amazingly soft, making them instantly comfortable. But comfort isn’t just the feel of fabric on your skin, it’s how you feel when you wear a peace, including the feeling of being at ease. Sometimes with beautiful modal fabrics while they certainly drape beautifully, they can also cling in ways you don’t necessarily want.
The Previous All Day Work Dress from encircled was amazing and is one of my favorite dresses to this day. It was a thicker micromodal/Lycra blend than other garments from the brand and had an under layer which really helped reduce the clinging affect on a slim fitting dress style. All that to say.. I think this new fabric blend may offer just the right amount of structure to put me at ease while retaining some flowy movement, and who doesn’t want that?
My personal hesitations with the piece: I love a boatneck style, but often times find them to be too wide for my frame. Or, even if the width is okay, bra-straps poking out drive me crazy and take away from the refined boatneck style. (Love when a garment has those little snaps to keep your bra straps in place!) So for The Performance Work Dress , I’d definitely need to try it on to see how the neckline sits on my body and, of course, I’m always interested in the length being at the knee or below. Personal preference :-) 

Encircled Performance Workwear Line Overall Thoughts. 

I’m really excited to see this new line from encircled and can’t wait to see what other pieces they release. Dying to find the perfect structured blazer. (And, incidentally, still on the fence about what a perfect blazer means for me and my wardrobe / personal style) 
I imagine this new fabric which contains polyester, has been a tough call for the brand which focuses on eco friendly materials, ethical labor, and overall sustainability. But… that’s just it. Overall sustainability…. The most sustainable clothing pieces are the ones you wear and love year after year. And sometimes the most eco friendly fabrics don’t hold up as well and as a result you may not get as many years of wear out of those pieces. That’s part of the picture to consider as well. Pieces like the Performance Pencil Skirt and the Performance Work Dress  have timeless designs and if the fabric blend holds up longer, provides structure, and resists wrinkles… you have to factor that in for sure. ;)
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Congrats on the new launch, encircled! I know it’s going to be a hit! ​

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