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Crop tops are sooooooooo hot for the fall/winter and will still be hot for this spring.
I have seen some really, really gorgeous ones but I refuse to show my tummy lol. It's not a look for me.
I've had this one pinned to my inspiration board on my wall for a few weeks and decided why not lol
I have no idea what designer pieces she is wearing. I normally try to write it down but clearly I forgot lol
I absolutely love this printed sweater knit that I picked up while I was in New York from Metro Textiles. I can't remember if it was the first trip or the second. I actually think it was the second trip lol. I purchased a TON of it becasue I loved the weight.
What I noticed when trying on crop tops in the store, when layering them, I had to make sure the porportions were right or it would totally chop me up. The model in the inspiration picture looks tall. Her crop sweater is longer than mine AND her button down is longer as well. When I tried this on with a longer white button down it looked a HOT MESS lol. I decided my good ole trusty regular button down would look best lol.
I wore this to meet with a client and instead of wearing black pants, I decided on this vibrant green-ish color. They are soooooooooooo pretty in person. This picture really doesn't do them ANY justice at all. I love the length and the fit is perfect. I purchased these a while back. LOVE EM!
I kept my accessories pretty neutral. I pulled out my favorite purse that Tony got sick of seeing lol, my favorite nude pumps and my current favorite statement necklace.
I MAY still have one available or one similar in my online shop http://adriennesessentials.com/products-page/accessories/ scroll down for the accessories. Im waiting on a back order of handbags/clutches to come in also.
And my favorite lol
For those of you who sew, here is a review:
Pattern Sizing: 6-14
Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it?
YES!
Were the instructions easy to follow? I didn't even use the instructions or look at them. If you have made a basic top, you can make this with your eyes closed. I took me longer to cut it than to actually sew it up.
What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? I just needed a basic shirt pattern and this one fit the bill and I had it in my stash lol.
Fabric Used: Sweater Knit from Metro Textiles.
Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: I shortened it about an inch and a half above the waist line. I didn't add the back neck slit, or the hook and eye. Since my fabric was stretchy I used FOE (fold over elastic) on the neckline, and sewed it under.
Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? This is a great basic shirt pattern to have. I highly recommend it and if I need another basic shirt pattern I will sew it again and again.
Conclusion: Great pattern!
Love it!
Posted by: Candice | January 09, 2014 at 08:46 AM
I'm so silly all I could think about reading this post was how I get to now utilize tops that got shrunk in the wash! Please help me get a life!!! LOL
Posted by: Mel | January 09, 2014 at 08:47 AM
Thanks!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 09, 2014 at 09:39 AM
ROFLOL!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 09, 2014 at 09:39 AM
Love this top! It's SOOOO cute! Your styling is spot on!
Posted by: Victoria | January 09, 2014 at 12:52 PM
I love this look and such a great idea with pairing the white top underneath! I too am not about to show my tummy and never thought to do this. Great inspiration and love your diy crop top.
Posted by: Tanasha | January 09, 2014 at 06:45 PM
Adrienne, you're killing me...you are more beautiful and more stylish every time I see another PR post from you! Love the whole outfit!
Posted by: Carolanne | January 09, 2014 at 07:02 PM
Great looking top. I love how you styled it. I may have to imitate this one! Would you mind?
I'm jealous! Do you not have several inches of snow where you live? I was stuck indoors for a few days due to freezing temps, snow and some ice!
Posted by: Angie Norman | January 09, 2014 at 09:36 PM
Sooo cute! This is a great look on you! Not sure if I could pull it off, but it's so cute on you, that I'd like to give it a try!
Posted by: Myra | January 10, 2014 at 04:26 AM
Your version looks much classier than the inspiration photo! Looks great on you.
Posted by: Nancy D | January 10, 2014 at 01:40 PM
That's a gorgeous outfit! I think the green pants were the right call for this outfit too!
Perfect from head to toe!
Posted by: Tany | January 10, 2014 at 04:20 PM
Love that look! From "h to t".
Posted by: Dawn | January 11, 2014 at 11:16 AM
You look too cute!! Love this look :-):-):-)
Posted by: yvette | January 12, 2014 at 03:14 AM
Thank you!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:17 AM
Thanks Tanasha!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:18 AM
THanks! I think I've finally figured it out lol. Hopefully lol
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:18 AM
Thanks Angie and girl go right ahead .
NO snow,we did have temps in the single digits last week but that was it lol
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:18 AM
Thanks Myra!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:18 AM
Thanks Nancy!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:19 AM
Thanks Tany! I LOVE these pants. I think I'm going to make a pattern from them so I can make more lol
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:19 AM
LOL Thanks Dawn!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:19 AM
Thank you!
Posted by: Adrienne | January 12, 2014 at 09:19 AM