Colorful Spring Fashion
Who here is ready for Spring? We’ve gotten into our gloomy weather so I popped in to try on some colorful spring fashion from Talbots and do a dressing room diaries. If you love color, or you are craving color, Talbots is the place to be!
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In case you’re new here, dressing room diaries is when I go into stores and try on new merchandise so you can see how it looks on a woman over 25 who wears a size larger than zero.
For reference, I am 5’4″ and weigh 135 pounds. I have broad shoulders and narrow, straight hips. I have a long torso and arms so I often can’t wear petite tops because of the sleeve length.
This field jacket is available in 4 colors, sized misses, petite, plus, and plus petite. I’m wearing a regular xs, which is way too small for me but all they had in store so I must not be the only one attracted to this fun color. It has an inner drawstring so you can snug it up.
I have several pairs of these slim jeans but nothing as cheery as this bright yellow. It’s a great color for spring that’ll be pretty worn with white, navy, brown, gray, red, etc, etc. I am wearing a 6 petite which fits well so they run TTS.
This funnel neck top is a super comfy cotton/CoolMax blend so snuggly warm but not hot. It’s also available in a pretty blue and sized regular, petite, plus, plus petite. I am wearing a small petite so it runs TTS. I love the shirttail hemline which shows some leg on the side and keeps it from looking voluminous.
These Terry pants are soooo comfy, I could see living in these. I am wearing a petite small which fits well, but I might prefer the regular to get a teeny bit more length. I’m wearing navy and they’re also available in gray or black, sized regular, petite, plus, and plus petite.
These white chinos have a wide leg which I know many of you may not be fans of. We’re so used to skinny legs, it can take time for our eyes to become accustomed to a new look. They’re a cotton, modal blend that has lots of stretch. They’re also available in pink or indigo.
This classic Breton stripe top feels so spring-like to me! The heart is cute for Valentine’s Day but seriously, who couldn’t use some fun every day of this year? It’s nice substantial cotton with a bateau neckline, which is not the most flattering for my broad shoulders but can give a nice balance for women with wider hips.
This sweater just jumped into my hand and said “happy”. I’m a huge fan of stripe anything and since the stripe had a blue similar to my shoes, it seemed meant to be. I’m wearing a petite medium and love the fit so it runs TTS. I often wear a larger size on top because of my shoulders.
These are the slim ankle jean again, this time in the deep Indy wash. I have several pair of these jeans and love that their leg is slim but not so tight that they grip your leg like a legging or jegging. Think of them as the midpoint between a skinny leg and a straight leg.
This cozy little jacket comes in 4 cheery bright colors or ivory 😉 They were out of my size (petite small) in the other colors so I tried this and realize just how versatile it would be in my wardrobe. It’s a great alternative to a woven jacket and a touch warmer than a cardigan.
I’m a huge fan of the Chatham pant with cotton Bi-stretch fabric, slim leg, smooth waistband, and side zipper. There’s nothing in front to cause a bulge under your top which is always slimming. This season they have a slightly higher rise and are available in lots of pretty colors, two of which are seriously marked down.
In for a penny, in for a rainbow so I topped that look with this purple, orchid all-weather mac coat. It’s funny, but once I started with bright colors, I had a blast heaping more on top. I am wearing a petite small which a bit snug so I would go up to the petite medium so I could layer things under it. It does run TTS.
I thought it would be fun to compare the outfit with dark jeans and with these pink pants.
I like both combos, which is your favorite?
What color purse would you carry with this outfit?
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And FYI, yes, I am holding my phone upside down because I find it easier to use single-handed that way.
Have you got spring fever yet?
I think I’ve found my lost younger sister. I’m 71, 5’, 128# with a long torso, broad shoulders and short arms and legs. I can wear some petites but most still have to be hemmed. Cuffs on shirts always are turned up if long sleeved doesn’t matter if regular or petite. Petite pants are still to long and most are too short in the stride. I’ve found regular cropped pants become ankle pants on me. If something has a defined waist I have to go to regular, petites hit a good two inches above my waist. Am loving the high waisted pants are making a come back. You have my style down pat.
I love dresses and skirts for summer. Being retired I don’t need to get dressed up liked I used to. I still try to get “cleaned” up everyday with a little makeup and jewelry. I hate having all the things I have sitting in the closet not being worn. Loving your blog you are writing it for me. Thank you.
I’m so glad you’ve joined us!
I absolutely love your cut and hair color. Can I assume your hair stylist does highlights? Would you know the color or be willing to share? I believe we have similar coloring only I need to hide more grey.
Btw – I’m so happy I found your site. It’s been very informative and inspirational.
Thanks!
She adds 10+ Cool ash highlights to my hair. I’m glad you’ve joined us, Teresa.
Such a happy post! And I love yellow especially, although I have a pair of yellow jeans from Talbots I bought last year that I haven’t worn yet because I haven’t quite worked up the nerve to do so. The pair you have on seem a little softer and paler than the pair I have. The softer, paler shade would probably fit better with my personality. I’ll have to visit the store to see if that’s the case. Thank you so much!
Can never, EVER get enough Talbots! You wear their clothes so well!
Hi from New Zealand’s Summer and WOW! All these outfits suit you so beautifully and in colours I love too. What a difficult decision it must be when you can’t keep them all. You have given me some ideas for combinations.
I’m so glad you were inspired with some ideas, Gaynor.
The pinks look so lively and lovely on you! Love it!!
With your weight loss and wearing these wonderful spring colours, you’re an inspiration Jennifer. All these outfits look fabulous!
Spring IS coming…..something to look to.
Thank you!
Hi, I’m new to your blog. What are Creative rewards that you mentioned at the beginning of your post?
Classic Rewards are points you earn by shopping at Talbots to be redeemed later for special discount codes.
You look great. So refreshing to see spring fashions! Love all the colour but I’m disappointed that none of the pants come in Tall.
I love the bright colors. Pastels don’t work for my coloring. I love you in the pink pants with the orchid jacket. A great spring look. I would only wear the black, though. The pink would draw too much attention to the half of my body I want to minimize. I wish Talbots would make more pants with a long inseam (34”, not 30-32). I know you don’t need it, but I can’t be the only person who has long legs.
Kate, you are not alone. I like a 33/34 inseam. The 30/32 are just too short but not short enough for cropped. Finding tall pants is not always easy. We are not in the majority, so the industry doesn’t cater to our needs.
We may not be the majority but there are more of us than the clothing industry wants to admit exist. LandsEnd and Talbots usually have some Tall pants…..thank goodness! The one thing that is highly unlikely to ever go over well with those who have long legs is the new cropped/short pants thing because it reminds us of “high water” pants and being teased as a kid and it just looks wrong on long legs
You are not alone, Kate!! Luckily brands are offering more options
You look great! I love the bright colors on you. I normally wear dark pants or white but I love seeing the pinks on you! Happy colors😊
Love all the looks. Thank u for sharing.
I love both versions on you. For me the black would work better.
Thanks for the tip on holding the phone upside down! What a smart idea.
I LOVE this entire collection! The mac coat is my fav and I’ll be keeping an eye out for a sale on it. Thank you for this try-on! By the way, you look fantastic!! These are your colors! All of them!!!
It’s on sale today, so I hope you got it.
My favorite outfit is the breton striped shirt with the orchid jacket (love those bright colors!) and the dark pants. Although you look good in pastels, the light colors don’t appeal to me & don’t look good on me. What I particularly appreciate about all these outfits is that they will work for that awkward transition period between winter and real spring. In NC we usually get a month or more of fake spring when the days are still cool and you need a jacket or sweater but are sick of your dark heavy winter clothes. More transition outfits, please!
PS: I haven’t been in a clothing store in almost a year so I enjoy the vicarious experience through your photos.
I’m so glad you enjoyed seeing these. I will do more
I’ve never been comfortable wearing bright coloured bottoms. I tend to keep to beige, white or blue in the summer months. So, .I would vote for the dark bottoms. The pink pants with the pink top & jacket. It looks more current to me. I do like the bright striped top!
Thank you for the breath of fresh air this morning! Spring is not far off!
Love today’s colors and styles from Talbots! Must have 5 of these items! They are delicious- if that’s a word I can use about clothing!
You look gorgeous!
Delicious definitely works for colors:) Thanks, Paulette!
Happy Colors! Just what we need. You look good in all these colors. I’ve been drawn to brighter colors lately so I’m definitely checking out Talbot’s.
You’ll love what you find there.
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I love the berry colored jacket. The black pants with the striped shirt looks great.