White eyelet

Last week I mentioned having taken advantage of Loft's half off sale, and one of the items I purchased was this eyelet button down. I absolutely love how it's a little risqué, with it's unlined eyelet panels. Since my regular size wasn't available, I decided to order a petite medium, which fits well, aside from it's inherent boxiness (which some reviewers mentioned). I was amazed at how the hemline of the shirt does not fall well past my hips, and how the cuffs of the sleeves don't hit my knuckles.

Even though I'm 5'2", I rarely shop petites. For most places the availability and variety isn't there, plus I am only petite in stature, which usually means I have to size up from what I would normally wear, but not always. Things become more complicated when petite sizes are only online, leading to me avoiding them all together. However, in this instance, it was nice to have the option, so thanks Loft.

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The Rundown
White Eyelet Stripe Shirt Loft
Boyfriend Shorts Old Navy similar
Sandals Franco Sarto via TJMaxx identical
Straw Clutch Rodo Italy via Goodwill similar
Gold Knot Necklace Thrifted similar
Cuff Bracelet c/o Belcho
Sunglasses c/o Dressbarn
Nail Color "Naughty Nautical" Essie
Dog Chloe
Pearl Leash Fabuleash




43 comments

  1. Pretty look, love your blouse, soooo!!! cute your dog.

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    Kisses

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  2. Love the top and you look super chic. That straw bag is amazing and how adorable is your puppy!

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  3. That top is so fun! Definitely a great buy!! :D
    http://www.closet-fashionista.com/

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  4. what a fantastic casual outfit. love the blouse and clutch so much

    www.thefashionfraction.com
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  5. This top is absolutely gorgeous! So glad the sizing worked out!

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  6. What a gorgeous top! I think it's always hard ordering online since you can't try the item on and it's a crapshoot.

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    PayPal Giveaway!

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  7. I am LOVING that eyelet shirt... I might need it actually haha. Great pictures girly!

    Eleventh & Sixteenth

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  8. Beautiful shirt and outfit!!!

    www.plogstyle.com

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  9. That's such a cute top (I actually don't think it's all that boxy at all).

    Courtney ~ Sartorial Sidelines

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  10. Hooray for Loft! I've always been a fan. This blouse looks SO PRETTY on you! I love a good eyelet!

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  11. Adorable! Love that blouse, and the clutch is perfect with it. I also love your co-model! Such a cute pup!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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  12. That is the most beautiful eyelet blouse and it looks so Summery with the Denim Shorts. =)

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  13. Seriously just the right amount of sexy in this top--and it does fit you perfectly!! And that puppy---omgsh dying of cuteness over load :)

    Tori
    FashionBlingGirlyThings

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  14. Such a pretty top, I'm glad it worked out for you :)

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  15. That top is divine!! Your photography is stunning, too. And I cannot get over how beautiful that dog leash is!!

    Maggie
    www.PolishedClosets.com

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  16. Love your pictures, they are stunning! That blouse is perfect, love the detailing of it and the cut.

    -Vogue&Heels
    www.vogueandheels.com

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  17. Love the eyelet and your pup is adorable!

    Nicole
    Nicole to the Nines

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  18. This blouse is so pretty! I have something similar from Joe Fresh, but I like how the eyelet differs from panel to panel.

    I only do petite for pants as it usually means I don't have to hem them. I too am only petite in stature and really only on the bottom half.

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  19. Petite shopping can be such a pain. I almost never bother anymore because even if a store does offer petites, it's usually a micro-collection that isn't available in store. Sigh. There are times when I think I should stop engaging in this self-defeating behaviour, especially when I see someone like you wearing such a perfectly proportionned petite blouse. And the eyelet! So lovely.
    xox,
    Cee

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  20. hello lydia! i so adore your top...and your fur baby! <3

    rhea @ rheaetcetera.com

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  21. That blouse is adorable! I love how the see through eyelet adds sexiness to a classic button down!

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  22. I love these photos! Great quality and colors! Cute outfit too!

    kelseybang.com

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  23. Oh I love a good Loft sale! That shirt is so pretty too, I love the subtle sheerness.

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  24. I absolutely LOVE this shirt! Not only is it WHITE but the eyelet work is just perfect.

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  25. Oh I forgot to say that its nice to see Ms Chloe.

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  26. Yet another gorgeous waterside look! I love that top and I'm beyond jealous of the location, as always!

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  27. can you link up Chloe because I need one :)

    I love a classic white eyelet top!

    xo. maggie
    Moda & the Mar

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  28. That is a lovely top on you and Chloe is too cute.

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  29. This top looks great on you! I ordered this top and it just did not fit good on my body. I am 5'4 and do not shop at petite section either. I am more comfortable in regular sizing even if the sleeves are a little long.

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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  30. This is the most beautiful summer blouse, Lydia, I love it!
    I am not sure up to which height "petite" sizes go but with my 5'4 I only order them when the normal size is no longer available. I have hips and petite sizes are usually too tight for a female figure.

    Have a lovely weekend,
    Annette | Lady of Style

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  31. waw So cute , I like very Much Your photos, So natural , I like white

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  32. Omg in love with that eyelet top! So perfect for the warm days! So pretty!

    <3 Shannon
    upbeatsoles.blogspot.com

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  33. I totally almost bought that top too! Love it on you.

    xo, Amy Ann
    The Real Arnolds

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  34. Top looks great on you- very cute! And it goes well with that bag! I can't believe you found it at Goodwill! Score!!!
    -Chelsey
    -http://chelseypatti.blogspot.com

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  35. Love this top! I love the pieces at Loft right now!
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

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  36. What an easy yet stylish summer outfit. I TOTALLY get what you mean about petite clothing, same here I have to go up in sizes but I do love the length of the pants.

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  37. White eyelet is so pretty! I want a skirt in that material.

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  38. Very nice relaxed and casual look. I love the eyelet shirt, and it doesn't look boxy at all to me!

    Chloe is such a cutie!!

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  39. How unexpectedly sexy! I love that there's coverage across the tummy--my trouble spot.

    Bedknobs & Baubles

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