Happy Thursday everyone, I hope you are having a fantastic week!
For today’s post we are going to take a look at another brand that I found through Full Beauty, Ellos. Ellos is a Scandinavian based brand that focuses on providing modern and effortless fashion in sizes 10 to 34 US and S to 5X. A 5x is size 38/40.
Sizes above a 28 and 3x are not necessarily available in everything but there is a good selection in these sizes. At a minimum, items go up to a size 28. Ladies, this is such an amazing size range!
This month, Ellos has officially launched their own US website and is making quite a splash already with promotional events and their official launch party this past week in NYC. As you know I am always on the hunt for a new brand that carries extended sizes and I am definitely impressed with their selection of quality fashion forward and basic pieces.
Most of you probably know that I am not a fan of a traditional blazer nor do I think that one is required to look professional. But I do like to have a few in my wardrobe for those days when A. – I really do need to wear one for work or B. – I just feel like wearing something different.
I am wearing the Shawl Collar Blazer in Black Floral. What I liked about this blazer is that it was very lightweight, the same as a blouse so I wouldn’t get too hot and its boyfriend style relaxed feel. This contrasted with the beautiful dark floral print which is a must have trend for Fall really appealed to me.
I wasn’t sure about fit so I went with the size 3x (30/32) and I was generally happy with the fit. I would consider in the future sizing up one more size to have it be a little bit oversized. I think again you need to pay attention to the style because in this case it is a pretty boxy style so it wouldn’t naturally accommodate my pear shape in my typical size.
And to be perfectly honest, I could care less because in this case because I actually have the option to size up, in fact I could size up 2 sizes if I wanted to! There are not many brands where I have that opportunity.
I decided to roll up the sleeves on this jacket and paired it with a really feminine silky camisole in slate grey with a touch of lace. This is from Denim 24/7, another brand available on Full Beauty. They carry sizes 12 to 32 and S to 5x. The description indicated that this had a relaxed silhouette with a slight A-line cut so I ordered the size 32 hoping that it would be a little roomy.
I have to say I was disappointed in the sizing on this piece. There was more than enough room in the bust and shoulders but the hips were just a little tight. It is perfect to wear tucked in but I couldn’t wear it lose which I was hoping to.
I finished this look off with something that I pulled out of my closet, this pleated blush skirt from Torrid. It was a great contrast against the boxy shape of the jacket and provided that splash of colour. Sadly this skirt is no longer available but I did provide you with a very similar one that is available at JC Penny through their Ashley Nell Tipton and their Boutique + line.
To accessorize this look I decided to keep things pretty simple and still play up the femininity. These flats are an old pair that I got from Simply Be USA but I was able to find you a cute alternative on Full Beauty. I like the bow and the hint of sparkle. And they are super comfortable.
I then added some more blush accessories in these earrings, necklace and bracelet all from Torrid and finally my stone coloured Coach bag with studs.
Wearing a blazer doesn’t have to be or feel stuffy, it can also be casual and chic and professional too.
Thank you to Robert of Robert Skuja Photography for capturing this look.
Blazer by ELLOS through FULLBEAUTY.COM | Camisole by DENIM 24/7 through FULLBEAUTY.COM | Skirt by TORRID (alternative here) | Shoes by SIMPLY BE USA (alternative here) | Earrings by TORRID | Bracelet by TORRID | Necklace by TORRID (alternative here) | Bag by COACH (alternative here) |
