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Within this blog post, I’ll be sharing how to make a plus-size black pantsuit sexy. I’ll be talking about plus friendly black tux suits along with some pocket-friendly accessories.
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In this blog post, I’m talking about the Universal Standard GOOP collection. Universal Standard is on a partnering spree. The latest is US collaboration is with Goop brand. Theses pieces are something very new from Universal Standard.
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The Goop x Universal Standard collaboration is saying they created a clean-lined, sophisticated capsule of five classic pieces that feel like they were made just for you—because they were.
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Goop x Universal Standard’s love letter to Le Smoking jacket. The sexy satin lapels read elegant. The razor-sharp tailoring is all business. And the dual-button closure pulls the whole sultry aesthetic together. As for the fit? Each piece was tailored to someone of your same size, so there’s no guesswork when it comes to sizing. Pro tip: Scrunch up the sleeves and match it with the cropped trouser to approximate an evening suit. The cropped trouser factor in a fuss-free wool blend (with a hint of stretch), polished front pleats.
WOOL TUXO JACKET | CROPPED TROUSERS
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Goop x Universal Standard’s offers high-low hemline, the elegant jewel-neck bodice, and the chic quarter-length sleeves, this universally flattering dress is a modern riff on Hepburn-esque elegance. Available in two colors.
BRUSHED-BACK HI-LOW DRESS – Aubergine | BRUSHED-BACK HI-LOW DRESS – Black
Goop x Universal Standard’s jumpsuit is up for anything. Throw on bright kicks (work), classic pumps (special occasions), or nada (kitchen dance party). This piece—made from a brushed matte material that breathes like cotton, drapes beautifully, has hidden stretch, and feels like silk against skin—takes the closet staple to the next level. .
Goop x Universal Standard offers an artful, Asian-inspired twist on a classic, this double-breasted wool peacoat—crafted with a hint of stretch—can be buttoned all the way up (secure the teeny flap detail along the standing collar) or worn with the lapels left elegantly loose to the sides. It makes a super polished case for layering no matter what’s underneath.
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S H O P UNIVERSAL STANDARD GOOP COLLECTION
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In this blog post, I’m talking about the Universal Standard J. Crew holiday collection. Because we loved the first Universal Standard for J. Crew collection they’re coming with the next one right on time for the holiday season. If you’re ready to shop then keep reading.
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Universal Standard J. Crew holiday collection isn’t what I would think as a true holiday collection. I would say it’s more of a collection coming out during the holiday time. Holiday to me is sequin and velour and leather pieces. Universal Standard is known for great fit and wonderful quality. With that I’ll let them slide on the “holiday” styling. The collection has 12 pieces coming with in the expanded Universal Standard size range XXS–5X.
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There are three dress in the 2018 Universal Standard J. Crew holiday collection. The most holiday of the holiday dress is the sequin v-neck t-shirt dress. Then the other are mockneck sweater dress and stretch twill sheath dress.
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Three skirts are part of 2018 Universal Standard J. Crew holiday collection. My favorite skirt is faux-leather mini skirt. There others are good for office parties cupro shirred midi skirt and french terry slit skirt with track stripe.
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Two pants to choose from in the 2018 Universal Standard J. Crew holiday collection. The stripe-inset cupro pant or the Universal Standard for J.Crew wide-leg ponte pant with stripe.
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Two coats come in the 2018 Universal Standard J. Crew holiday collection. A double-faced coat and a more warm weather style in the chevron puffer coat.
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S H O P Universal Standard J.Crew Holiday Collection
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In this blog post, I’ll be showing the Universal Standard X J. Crew collection. The collection has everything from a jumpsuit to dresses! I’ll also be sharing my thoughts on the quality and fit.
“We are committed to offering our customers a truly inclusive experience. That’s why new sizing will be seamlessly integrated into J.Crew’s main assortment and throughout creative, as opposed to a standalone ‘plus’ category.” _Lisa Greenwald for J.Crew
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The Universal Standard for J. Crew collection is available online at the J. Crew website and select J. Crew Stores. I was happy to see this collaboration. Honestly, I had not been looking at J. Crew for fashion finds. So the collaboration with Universal Standard made me look at J. Crew with fresh eyes.
I normally wear a size 18 or 20 preferably in petite and J. Crew didn’t cater to me. Looks like J. Crew has stepped their size game up some. With the Universal Standard for J. Crew collection, they have stepped J. Crew’s sizing all the way up.
With that being said I stopped by the J. Crew location at 900 North Michigan Avenue Chicago, to do a try on of the Universal Standard for J. Crew collection. This is one of 12 locations that carry the Universal Standard items in-store.
J.CREW Chicago Location
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The first Universal Standard for J. Crew collection offers 20 pieces (The number of ideas available online at time post was written). There are dress, tops, and skirts. Before we line up for the J. Crew parade, many of the pieces in the Universal Standard collection look similar to each other. Moreover, the Universal Standard for J. Crew collection is the same price point of purchasing directly from Universal Standard. As a young start-up clothing company the Universal Standard prices can be justified however doing a collaboration with such a large brand with J.Crew’s buying power I was foolishly thinking the prices would come down a little.
Website woes: I was left feeling some type of way when I looked online at the collection. I saw the linen V-neck top paired with a pair of Point Sur high-rise boyfriend jean in destructed white denim. The jeans were, of course, J. Crew, however, the jeans only go up to a size 37 (14). YIKES!
Please note: Larger sizes online are selling out quick so if you see something you like get it now!!
UNIVERSAL STANDARD for J.CREW Cupro Tunic Dress
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The 3-year-old Universal Standard has always been known for their quality. The J. Crew collaboration offers that same Universal Standard fit and feel. I’ve recently reviewed the Universal Standard Geneva dress and I can say there is no difference in the cut, fit and feel.
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UNIVERSAL STANDARD for J.CREW Long-Sleeve Maxi Dress in Stripe
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In-store woes: I did an in-store try on (see Instagram) I was only able to try on the dresses. There were tops however, the store didn’t have bottoms beyond size 14.
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S H O P T H I S L O O K
You can find the full Universal Standard for J. Crew collection here.
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READ MY PLUS SIZE & PETITE UNIVERSAL STANDARD GENEVA DRESS REVIEW HERE
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