Cropped Chino’s And Girlfriend Cardigan
Happy Friday ladies. We’re on the home stretch for the weekend I’m thrilled that we’re getting a balmy one here. Shorts or crops may not be in your immediate future but when the weather heats up, they’re the go-to option for many women. Today’s OOTD is a pair of cropped chino’s with a bright cardigan. I’m dressing this up a bit because that’s just how I roll…but it could easily be dressed down with tennies and denim jacket.
These wider leg chinos are super comfy because they’re a cotton spandex blend that gives when you move. The leg is full but I wouldn’t describe it as w i d e. The pant rise is above the natural waist which drastically reduces the chance of muffin top action.
*On the subject of muffin tops…you can have one at any weight because it’s based on the firmness of your flesh and your silhouette. Women with short torsos struggle with the muffin top because they have so little space between their bust and waist. I have a long torso but I still struggle with it because I have a straight figure. Most pants are made for women with a defined waist that narrows. I don’t narrow where the pants do so I struggle with a muffin top no matter my weight.
These crops are in sizes misses or petite, 2-18. I’m wearing a 4 petite so they run TTS.
WEARING – SUNGLASSES SIMILAR – PINK CARDIGAN – BLACK TANK TOP – WHITE CROP CHINO’S – WEDGE SANDALS – FLORAL SCARF AS BELT – SIMILAR CHAIN NECKLACE C/O – VINTAGE HANDBAG unavailable
This girlfriend cardigan was flying off the shelves at Talbots last week. It’s bright, cheery, and the perfect third piece to layer on during fluctuating spring temperatures. It’s available in tons of great colors but this True Pink was calling my name:) It’s sized XS-XL in misses, petite, plus, and plus petite. I’m wearing a small in petite. I l love a V-neck anything but most especially a cardigan.
The pink is so bright, I dotted smaller touches of it throughout the rest of my outfit to provide some visual balance.
I dug out a bright pink lipstick so the cardigan wouldn’t wash me out and swapped my leather bag for this vintage Kate Spade wicker one with pink leather handles. I’m a huge fan of straw, raffia, and wicker bags in the spring and summer, aren’t you? They remind me of holidays, beaches, and happy times.
I can’t find anything close enough to call it “similar” to my bag so rather than disappoint you, I’m just going to share some fun shapes that are available.
WICKER HANDBAGS
To keep this outfit from being too sweet I popped on a black tank to tone things down and tie in with the scarf. I love scarves but the warmer it gets, the less likely we want to wear one around our neck. They’re fun to wrap around your hair, tie on the handle of a handbag and this large rectangle is perfect to thread through your belt loops. It was too long to just go around once so I passed it back and forth through the front loops twice and simply draped one end over the other.
Because I’m short, I went with nude-colored wedges to help elongate the look of my leg. These cork wedges are a few years old and a bestseller for Clarks. They bring them back every season in multiple colors. A dark or white shoe would have drawn attention to my feet more than these flesh-toned ones.
See also: How to Look Taller and Slimmer
My white frame sunglasses are several years old. I did try to find some similar but didn’t have much luck.
A simple silver necklace, thin hoops and I’m good to go. It’s pretty hard to compete with this bright pink but you could add some fun pink earrings or tone everything down with classic pearl studs. I have my eye on these, but these studs do the trick just as beautifully.
Do you wear cropped pants or do you just go straight to shorts?
This is a great outfit for you! One of favorites!
I love this boyfriend cardigan, it runs big, I usually wear a medium and purchased/ordered a small in 3 different colors. It is a light weight, does not cling and there is attention to details (the button compliment the the color).
Thanks for styling it!
I do love that Talbots appreciates petites and understands that pant length makes all the difference for us petites, especially when considering new trends. Thanks for a great post.
I love how you used the belt to tie in the top. I would never have thought to do that, it works beautifully with your outfit. I’m going to duplicate your outfit once it gets a little warmer here (Vancouver BC). Sunny out, but windy and still a bit chilly for crop pants and only a cardigan – need to wear a coat outside so unfortunately no one sees my outfit.
Not sure if you’ve have had a recent hair cut, but your hair looks great if you’re going a little shorter.
Love the outfit. It looks totally put together. Your weight loss shows…You look great!
Thanks for being aware of those of us long torso gals. At 5.5 long torso short legs and arms pants and jeans are a challenge. And I hope they are not bringing back short tops! No can do!
You look fabulous!
Thank you
So cute on the outfit and your hair looks so pretty too! At first glance, the pants looked lavender!
I wear crops most everyday in the summer. I have them in just about every color possible. I have shorts too, but I find I don’t reach for them too often anymore.
Love the scarf as a belt! Happy Weekend!
That shade of pink in the cardigan is just beautiful. I am a Kate Spade fan from way back. I had a red wicker bag I loved that was a victim in my house fire. I have been trying to replace it but no luck. I’m going to keep an eye out for that pick one in my continued searches.
I hope you’re able to find one. They are real collector items
Cute, Cute outfit on you! And I mean that in a “Chic” way not condescending. The sunglasses make it! Have a great weekend!
Thanks, Barbara! Happy Friday
I totally agree with the other comments—you look absolutely lovely (I wanted to say ‘cute’, but wasn’t sure if that was the best choice of words). I’m curious about your lipstick colour. Is it a warm pink? Or a cool pink? I had a favourite shade of lipstick I wore for years, which was discontinued and I’ve been looking for a suitable replacement, ever since. It was a cool pink with blue undertones. Thanks.
This is pink with blue undertones and I am devastated to find it discontinued!! I bought 5 last time, just in case. I’m on the hunt for an alternative so I will let you know what I find.
Thanks so much! You’re very sweet. I found a pretty close second, MAC amplified lipstick, in the colour St. Germaine. It’s quite wearable, but just doesn’t quite brighten my face the way my previous colour did. Also, if you contact the cosmetic company directly via the online chat or email, they’ll direct you to a replacement colour. I’ve done this, but the colour they recommend hasn’t been available. 🤷🏻♀️ Maybe it’s because I’m in Canada, or maybe the in-store stock is low due to the pandemic. I had a coworker years ago who was able to order a custom colour by sending in a sample of the colour she wanted. I don’t remember the name of the company, but you could google it. Anyway, great idea to stock up on a lipstick when you have one you like. I was planning to do that, but was just a little too late. Thank you for all you do and for taking the time to respond. Your kindness is very much appreciated! 🌷
Great look! Thanks for reminding me to use my scarves for belts. Minus the cardi, this is my spring and summer look! It’s already in the mid/high 80’s here.
This is such a cute outfit. I love that shade of pink! The floral scarf / belt adds that “little something “ extra to bring it to the next level of style. Would have been a nice outfit w/o the scarf but just looks so much sassier with, and a little sassy never hurts!
I am a big fan of sassy:)
Jennifer you look so healthy and happy and just so lovely just had to share! Whatever you are doing it is working friend! Love the outfit, time to go shopping:) I adore pink; and that cardigan and scarf wow. Talbots has done it again.
Happy weekend 🙂
Happy Friday:)!
You hit the ball right out of the park with this outfit!!!!!!!!
I love it!
I love the outfit it looks so happy. I also have short torso and longer legs so I tend to wear shirts outside. Can’t wait to go shopping after seeing your outfit.
Thank you for your all your ideas.
What a beautiful spring look and it looks amazing on you. I have a short waist but I can pull this off by just not tucking and tie the scarf over my hair Grace Kelly style. It would look good here walking on the beach. Winds can kick up and you need a scarf.
I am envious of your beach proximity!! Enjoy
Love this outfit on you. That pink is just so pretty.
I also love the scarf detail as a belt. Great tip.
Also like the tip about (muffin top). I have a shirt torso and long legs so it is a problem that I try to deal with.
Sometimes you just have to deal with what you have and keep smiling 🤩
Short not shirt!
I go straight to shorts, just above the knee. In the Deep South we barely have a spring, not much winter either. I have a very defined waste. This comes with challenges as well. Belted pants. And when I find nice fitting wide elastic waist pants, shorts or crop, I am constantly readjusting the waist. I love Brahmin purses. You just can’t wear them out. They do have woven straw too. If you’re like me and love stepping out of the box (not only do I step out of it, I jump on it and kick out of my way), the colors are beautiful! Have a wonderful weekend ladies.
Yup, smiling is key:)