I am in this last 2-3 pound window of pre-pregnant weight to lose and I’m so not motivated to finish. Part of it is because it’s so much more work at the end,
and part of it is because I’m not really unhappy with myself where I’m at now.
I am back into clothes, and re-evaluating my style since I’ve been out of style for over a year…
babies do that to you…
I’m learning where I fall on the spectrum of style vs comfort…
so when the opportunity came up for some shopping at j.jill, I figured, why not?
so when the opportunity came up for some shopping at j.jill, I figured, why not?
Confession: I’ve never walked into this store before.
And from the window, sort of thought it would not be my style at all.
I even looked through the website and, while I loved all the looks,
they just weren’t me.
So I went down there, 2 kids in tow,
and the cute ladies in the UTC mall got me in a huge dressing room,
with books and toys for the toddler, while Reese screamed….
I wanted to try out the white linen pants for sure. I wanted a pair for the beach.
And it’s a great staple item, a wardrobe enhancer, if you will…
And it’s a great staple item, a wardrobe enhancer, if you will…
I grabbed a few pieces that can go with lots and be styled differently…
Linen is nice because it’s light and breathable, and considered a “summer fabric,”
so I just imagined it on a windy day at the beach and loved it!
{wish we would have had time to get a shot of me wearing them at the beach,
but you get the picture…}
Normally, I would be a little weary of linen cause it wrinkles,
but J.Jill’s linen has a finish that is meant to lessen the wrinkling.
And linen lasts so it’s durable, which is a must.
These cropped pants are sturdy, but look airy.
I love that.
And they are absorbent, yet have natural wicking, so on humid days…
{or at the beach…}
I’m a little short, so even the petite run long on me,
but with some pops of color and my teal boat shoes,
I felt like I was in comfy vacation clothes.
I love the way the shirts fit there too- they are a bit boxy, definitely looser fit, which was perfect for this less-than-skinny day I tried them on,
and paired with a pair of tight jeans or leggings, a long tunic-style shirt is ALWAYS my style!
See, you can’t even see my few inches of belly that are under that slimming top…
and I love the length.
Lots of their signature tops are similar…
So, I want you to try them out.
If you use the code BLOGHER at checkout
{works through May 21, 2014}
you’ll get 30% off 1 full-priced item.
ANNND…
blogher is also giving away $100 to J.Jill
to one of my readers.
how to enter?
comment below to tell me what your favorite spring look is!
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I love flowy skirts, bermuda shorts, blouses in pastel colors and coordinating sandals! I am all for comfort.
I wish there was a J. Jill near me. Their whole in-store shopping experience sounds wonderful. I do love to browse their catalog and have ordered from them before and love the things I purchased. <br /><br />My favorite spring look is white capris with flowy, pastel tops (kind of like your outfit in this post!) Thank you.<br />sharonjo at gwtc dot net
Tweet: https://twitter.com/sharonjo2/status/463418959597805568<br />sharonjo at gwtc dot net
I love the Maxi dress for spring, especially in Mint or Coral. 🙂
My favorite Spring look is a pair of breezy white pants or capris, a bright colored top, and sandals. <br /><br />Thanks for the chance to win!<br />wildorchid985 at gmail dot com
tweet–https://twitter.com/WildOrchid985/status/466268596684201984<br /><br />wildorchid985 at gmail dot com
My favorite spring look is tunics and capris. I love linen and live in 100 plus spring and summer weather so light materials are the best
Maxi dresses with sweaters or jackets and capris…….
I'm new to fashion because of my babies, too. I think I'd like to try those comfy white linen pants.
I am loving maxi dresses for spring right now! They're pretty much saving me being pregnant, too, so it's a win-win!
You are so freakin cute! I love the white linen pants! Like SO much!!! And that statement necklace – I NEED!
I am loving those tunic shirts!!! I NEED one!
I don't know if I've ever had a favorite spring look as I'm not super fashionable, but I just love bright colors, coral and mint are some of my favorites right now! <br /><br />And PS, I love the UTC mall. I used to work like 3 minutes from there so I'd walk over for my lunch break!
I love bright colors for Spring, and I definitely dress for comfort!
Shared! https://twitter.com/SixSistersStuff/status/466653501808865280
I love the way you styled them with the matching shirt and boat shoes. So pretty! Right now my favorite spring look is crop pants or maxi skirts. I've been grabbing them in different shades as I find them.
You're darling! My favorite spring look is ankle pants with a springy colored top, which has some sort of flowy aspect to it.
Super cute, I am all about the tunics!
Spring in AZ is basically summer, so I am all about light fabrics, light colors, etc. Thanks for the giveaway!
Tweeted! https://twitter.com/ocrafty/status/466657056448348161
Easy dresses!!! Only one piece and you look like you tried really hard 😉
since spring lasted a total of 2 weeks in AZ and we are already well on our way to summer, my "spring" style is colorful shorts and loose tops. And I'm all about the messy bun with a cute headwrap!
I would love bermuda shorts or those linen pants you have on are cute!
I tweeted: https://twitter.com/dessertnowblog/status/466668448840302592
You look SO great in these clothes!!!
I'm loving the maxi dresses this year!
https://twitter.com/1SweetAppetite/status/466674057614995457
My favorite look and item for comfort is crop pants. I love that I can dress them up or down. 🙂
Those outfits are so cute. I love a great spring outfit that is fashionable yet I can still chase my kids at the park!
I LOVE those crop pants! They just scream summer!
Love skinny pants and fun pops of color
I'm loving my pale pink crop pants and chambray shirt for spring.
I am a light weight, flow-y skirt if this makes any sense with a basic tee.
I love a bright colored scarf in the spring!<br />nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
i love wearing jeans and flip flops when spring hits!
https://twitter.com/raggammuffin/status/467644668843671552
i love jeans and cute tops with slide on shoes
https://twitter.com/purplelover04/status/467749439130853377
tweeted: https://twitter.com/KerryBishop/status/467807835103821824<br />nuthouse(at)centurytel(dot)net
My favorite spring look is jeans and a colorful top with sandals.
My favorite look for spring look is a nice pair of sandals paired with sunglasses and a pastel colored sun dress.
I tweeted under @yarbr012 : https://twitter.com/yarbr012/status/468178129207717888.
My favorite go-to piece for spring and summer are a pair of white jeans or capris. :)<br /><br />SeasideMermaid@twc.com
my favorite spring look is a floral sundress with jean jacket
My spring look will be maternity-dress focused!
I like a pair of skinny jeans, a nice top, and my new jean jacket.
https://twitter.com/smilekisses/status/469171405238837248
I love the Maxi dress for spring.
tweeted: https://twitter.com/DonaldLight84/status/469227495615889408
My favorite looks isn’t necessarily the same thing I prefer to wear. I love how a nice summery dress feels–makes me feel pretty to wear a flowery/flowing dress.
Tweet! https://twitter.com/lexiquin/status/469264241779015680
I love to wear a long floral skirt and a pretty tank with sandals in the spring.
smchester at gmail dot com
my favorite look is an aqua cotton sun dress; it’s cool, comfy, and cute too!
pryfamily5@gmail.com
tweeted https://twitter.com/DaPryz/status/469461935142891520
pryfamily5@gmail.com
My favorite spring look is any pair of long shorts and a chiffon top tank. (Life in the south)
https://twitter.com/myfolly/status/469607252333428736
For spring I prefer a wardrobe of capris, tees and tanks with cute sandals.
Tweet
https://twitter.com/clc408/status/469777902704553984
I love spring dresses that are bright, colorful and have a lot of movement. Cute outfits!
I would go with some classic spring colored capris and a flowy top
I love skinny jeans with bright sandals.
My favorite Spring look is a pair of white pants or capris, a bright colored top, and sandals.
https://twitter.com/susan1215/status/470358552650199040
I’m not a “dress” girl, but I love maxis.
A maxi cotton dress and sandles
my favorite spring look is a cute dress and strappy sandal
I like colorful capris and matching sandals.
https://twitter.com/hbbs55/status/470645384679661571
my favorite spring look is jeans and a tshirt
I love a cute pair of white jeans with brightly colored flats.
My favorite spring look is a short denim, dark wash skirt with a light, colorful top. It’s easy to dress it up or down.
I like a neutral pair of capris or long shorts with a colorful shirt and sandals.
I like capris with long sleeved sleeveless shirts.
I like the new maxi dresses
https://twitter.com/mkjmc/status/471059080858312704
I like the Printed Sanibel tank
Tweeted: https://twitter.com/rosannepm/status/471063532185059331
My maxi dress with wedge heels.
http://twitter.com/ccboobooy/status/471133274530930689
My fave spring look is a bright dress with dangly earrings!
I love the look of spring pastels. Coral, aqua and yellow tops with white or neutral skirts or pants really say spring.
Tweet – https://twitter.com/willitara/status/471227563533406208
I love a maxi dress
https://twitter.com/aes529/status/471287559499173890
My favorite look is capri pants, a t-shirt and flip flop sandals
My favorite spring look is a long gauze skirt with stretchy waistband that I can pair with colorful tank tops and sweater if need be and accessorize with jewelry and scarves.
Maxi dress & cute flats.
https://twitter.com/dddiva/status/471335302611881984
I love tank tops in the summer.
https://twitter.com/thomasmurphy40/status/471392783505559553
My favorite spring look is white capri pants with a nice flower print top.
I love simple dresses to beat the summer heat!
I like wearing cotton capri’s and cotton vneck shirts
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
https://twitter.com/ChelleB36/status/471424250092335104
tbarrettno1 at gmail dot com
I would really love to wear a maxi dress, or peasant top this summer!
tweet: https://twitter.com/cmarquez482/status/471438871642009600
My favorite spring look is linen pants and a light airy top.
I love light-weight jeans, a super-soft fitted tshirt and shoes that wow!
Tweet – https://twitter.com/ilovetoclap/status/471438707565002752
My wife’s favorite spring look is a maxi dress and sandals.
I love the idea of putting sweaters away and getting my short sleeve shirts out. Thank you
I love tank tops!!
A dress and denim jacket. My go to!
I am all about leather reef sandals, shorts, and a cute, airy top.
I love the tunic tops!
My favorite spring look right now is a maxi skirt, flip flops and a chunky necklace.
I love a comfy T, soft flowy skirt and some sandals!
All I want to wear lately is flowy dresses and maxi skirts. Those linen pants look so comfy!
Love the shirt!!
Bermuda shorts, and color!
I’d love a tunic-style top!
Bring on the color in spring! I’m always looking for light colors to change it up after the dark colors of winter.
I need to venture out of whatever I wear (besides my current maternity clothes). Maxi dresses are always cute.