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Today’s post is with Express, and I’m pumped. Spoiler Alert: You should be too.
I haven’t shopped Express in a hot minute, but ladies….I’m thrilled with my finds today.
I found 4 sweaters, 3 pairs of jeans, 2 pairs of shoes, and several accessories that I’m crazy about. I SEE YOU, EXPRESS.
Here’s what I learned with my order…
Express knows how to make realllllllllllllly soft sweaters. Seriously y’all, these sweaters are crazy soft. Like the softest of the soft. I also learned that Express likes a statement sleeve. Two of the sweaters today have really dramatic sleeves, and they are a whole lot of fun. And you know what else? They know what they are doing with denim. They’ve got lots of really great jeans, and most of them come in varying lengths. WHICH IS AWESOME. Oh, one more thing. They carry lots of different shoe brands on their site, and I’ve got 2 pairs of really great shoes in today’s post. So yeah, Express is doin’ their thang and I’m here for it.
I’ve got 4 outfits for you today, and I’m confident you’re going to find something you like.
AND GREAT NEWS! Their RETAIL THERAPY SALE IS GOING ON RIGHT NOW (but it ends tonight), and you can get 40-50% OFF of almost everything in today’s post (excluding the shoes). NO CODE NEEDED, but today is the last t0day, so don’t delay!
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OUTFIT #1
We’re going to break each outfit down, but let’s start out with a bang.
How much fun is this sweater!!!
puff sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / jeans / sneakers
It’s a beautiful camel color and it is incredibly cozy.
And talk about a dramatic sleeve!
The sleeves are pleated, poofy, and amazing.
In addition to the sleeves, the cable knit design is perfection. The design is so classic, but the sleeves give this classic sweater a wonderful modern twist! The fitted hem defines the waist and makes the large proportions of the sleeves not too overwhelming.
For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
puff sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / jeans / sneakers
You’ll be seeing this pave layered necklace throughout today’s post. It’s gorgeous in person, and it adds great sparkle to all of the outfits.
puff sleeve sweater /pave layered necklace
These jeans are minimally distressed and a great medium wash. For size reference, I’m wearing my regular size 4.
As with most jeans at Express, they come in short, regular and tall! I think that’s awesome and wish that all brands would provide these varying lengths with their jeans. Great job, Express!
puff sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / jeans / sneakers
Now let’s talk about the sneakers.
Because they are FABULOUS.
puff sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / jeans / sneakers
If you’re a regular reader, you know I’ve been showing another pair of Dolce Vita sneakers for a couple of months now. I LOVE THEM. However, they are more colorful, and some of you have inquired about a more neutral pair.
Well, here you go!
They are neutral, but they have some serious spunk with snake skin, crocodile texture, and sparkle!
They are truly fantastic.
True to size for me, but size down if between sizes.
Neutral, with attitude.
I think this outfit is so much fun because of the puff sleeve and the sneakers, but it somehow reads as chic to me as well!
puff sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / jeans / sneakers
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OUTFIT #2
If you’re a fan of ruffles, then this sweater is for you!
ruffle sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / faded black jeans / booties
I went for the black, but it also comes in ivory, camel, and wine. The bodice of the sweater isn’t boxy like so many sweaters are right now, so if you prefer a more fitted sweater, you’ll be happy. The drama is in the exaggerated ruffle sleeves. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium, but I would prefer a small.
ruffle sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / faded black jeans
In addition to the ruffle, it’s got a really tall ribbed cuff. This slimmer fit of the sweater and the slim fit of the lower arm is what makes the large ruffle really work and not be too overwhelming.
ruffle sleeve sweater / faded black jeans
ruffle sleeve sweater / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / faded black jeans
These jeans are officially called “faded black”, but I think they are closer to a dark grey. I love the color. The color and the frayed released hem make them edgy and cool.
ruffle sleeve sweater / faded black jeans / booties
They are super stretchy, hold their shape, and are a mid-rise (but on the higher side). I happen to really like the rise and think they are very flattering. For size reference, I’m wearing my regular size 4.
The booties are fantastic, more on those in a minute.
ruffle sleeve sweater /faded black jeans / booties
I love all the neutrals together.
ruffle sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / faded black jeans / booties
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OUTFIT #3
This mock neck dolman sweater is soft, thick and incredibly cozy.
It’s a very relaxed fit, but I love that it’s slouchy without being sloppy.
mock neck dolman sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / seamed skinny jeans / booties
It just feels great on. For size reference, I’m wearing a small.
mock neck dolman sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / seamed skinny jeans
mock neck dolman sleeve sweater / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / seamed skinny jeans / booties
These jeans are different than any other jeans I have in my closet.
mock neck dolman sleeve sweater / seamed skinny jeans / booties
They are super soft, and the design detail of the seams down the front and sides make them feel a bit retro and funky. For size reference, I’m wearing my regular size 4.
mock neck dolman sleeve sweater / seamed skinny jeans / booties
Okay, y’all.
Check out these booties! They are so cool. They’ve got a beautiful taupe toe mixed with snakeskin and an animal print on the back.
I was worried when I pulled them out of the box that they were going to be hard to get on since there’s no zipper, but they slipped right on without any trouble. And they are very comfortable. True to size for me.
mock neck dolman sleeve sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / seamed skinny jeans / booties
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OUTFIT #4
This outfit has the jeans from Look #1 and the booties from Looks #2 and #3. It’s the same jewelry, but I’m highlighting a new sweater.
mock neck sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / jeans / booties
Once again, this baby is CRAZY SOFT. It skims the body without hugging it at all and is a perfectly relaxed fit. For size reference, I’m wearing a medium in this one.
mock neck sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / jeans
mock neck sweater / jeans / booties
LOVE.
Again, a neutral but with some serious sass.
I just can’t get enough of these super soft sweaters and all of the easy to wear jeans.
mock neck sweater / pave earrings / pave layered necklace / blingy bracelet / bar bracelets / jeans / booties
So what do y’all think? Which sweater is your favorite? I love the cable knit puff sleeve sweater because it’s so unique, but I also love the mock neck sweater because it’s just so soft and cozy.
And let’s not overlook the shoes.
SO. DANG. GOOD.
I would love to know how many of y’all are regular Express shoppers, so sound off in the comments! After doing this post and falling in love with these items, I’m not sure why it had fallen off my radar. Don’t you worry, it’s firmly back on!
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A huge THANK YOU to Express and ShopStyle for sponsoring this post.
Erika Slaughter says
I’m here for those big sleeves!
Shay Shull says
Girl, I haven’t shopped at Express in years but this post has me on their site now! I loved the sweaters and I really loved those jeans with the seams!
Kelly says
I’m like Shay! I’m about to place my first Express order in I can’t even tell you how many years. Excited to have them on my radar again!
Robin OSBORNE says
I am in mid fifties and I am pretty sure I had almost those exact same seamed jeans in 1988 or 89. I remember jeans then having zippers in the outside seam or in the back. The saying about “I wish I was the same size I was back when I thought I was fat” is so very true. Oh to be that “fat” again!
Sheaffer says
This made me lol, Robin! YES!!!!!! I have thought this soooo many times!!!!!! xoxo
April Thompson Parrish says
Love all of these sweaters! If it would only cool off here in eastern N.C.
andrea in mn says
I am hoping you and/or Hi Sugarplum would consider a review of black coated denim jeans. I saw some at Express! Hint hint. Pretty please. Since I don’t really get to go anywhere, expect a few other peoples homes, I think this would work well for the holidays!
I so enjoy your Scheafer!! Thank you@!!!
Sheaffer says
Hi, Andrea! That’s a great suggestion. I’ll see if I can find a pair I like!!! And thank you so much for the kind words! xoxo