Something on your mind? Chat about it here.
Off-the-shoulder tops: yea or nay? Do you feel like there are rules around them, like age, time of day, or occasion? What about that bare shoulder — should your bra be strapless or, if you’re just wearing a regular bra, should you hide the strap with a tank top? Also, what are your thoughts on jewelry?
I’m a fan of the tops, like this bestseller from Evereve, but I’ll admit I never quite know the rules. I despise strapless bras so I tend to just wear my regular bra and tuck the strap in. I do feel like there are time and place rules, but that they’ve gotten a lot less strict over the years. Evereve has this styled with casual olive cargo pants and a textured clutch, which seems a bit confused all around, but maybe that’s me.
For my $.02, I tend to think of a sweater top like this being appropriate for a date night type of thing, although I think it could also work with a cute brunch outfit… but I also think it could work with ripped jeans and sneakers for a lazy day. I wouldn’t wear it to something like a parent-teacher conference, though, and I’d hesitate to wear it to an office. (But every office is different, so know yours!)
(I always want to feature the gorgeous Lara dress from Reiss, and then tell myself it’s not appropriate for most offices… but I’d love to hear your thoughts! Workwear-focused brands like Modern Citizen and M.M.LaFleur also have options. If you DO think off-the-shoulder tops are acceptable for work sometimes, what are your rules? Only one shoulder, not two? Not with a folded neckline like these sweaters from A.L.C. or Everlane? Perhaps only a very wide boatneck, like these options from Ann Taylor or Tuckernuck?)
The pictured sweater comes in several colors, and is available in sizes XS-XL. Nordstrom has a TON of similar options in all sizes.
Sales of note for 12.13
- Nordstrom – Beauty deals on skincare including Charlotte Tilbury, Living Proof, Dyson, Shark Pro, and gift sets!
- Ann Taylor – 50% off everything, including new arrivals (order via standard shipping for 12/23 expected delivery)
- Banana Republic Factory – 50-70% off everything + extra 20% off
- Eloquii – 400+ styles starting at $19
- J.Crew – Up to 60% off almost everything + free shipping (12/13 only)
- J.Crew Factory – 50% off everything and free shipping, no minimum
- Macy’s – $30 off every $150 beauty purchase on top brands
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off, plus free shipping on everything (and 20% off your first order)
- Talbots – 50% off entire purchase, and free shipping on $99+
