Product Review: City Chic Super Longline Cape Cardi

City Chic releases new items every week; in-store on Thursdays and online on Fridays. As soon as I saw the Super Longline Cape Cardi online this Friday, I called a few of the stores to ask them to keep my sze on hold. Only because I knew it would be a great hit and because last Thursday and Friday City Chic had awesome discounts both online and in-store.

Anyhow, the lovely Courtney at the Highpoint store kept one on hold for me. I was soooo excited because such maxi cardis are must haves for every wardrobe! It is a very flattering item for plus size women, while it is a need for hijabi Muslims who do not wear the abayah/coats, but still prefer something long over their garments. I am always on the look out for such cardis. I have found some online a couple weeks ago (that's another post topic), but I was over the moon to find one closer to home!

So I purchased my CC cardi on Friday, and I have been wearing it every day as of Saturday. :))) I practically live in it. It looks gorgeous on a slimline dress (maxi or not) and add a slim belt in a contrasting colour for the finishing touch. It also looks delightful on slimline pants/jeans, but looks just as good over wide legged trousers/jeans too! What I am trying to say is, it is very versatile. I have been achieving a different look every day with the same cardi! I love it! I love it! I love it!

The only downside for some of you would be that the sizes range from 14-24. Oh and another downfall: It has sold out online in every size.Since it was so popular, I'm almost sure they will and SHOULD have it back in stock. :) In more colours too please!!!

Just to give you an idea, I am wearing the XS (14).

My readers from the US can now also order online from City Chic. City Chic launched in the US a few weeks ago and the prices are a lot cheaper than what we pay here! Take a looksie I say. :)

My outfit of the day with the CC Super Longline Cape Cardi:

The only thing I can criticise about the cardigan would be the placement of the side pockets. They are placed at the side seams and just at hip level. Now my hips are now too wide compared to the rest of my body, but the pockets seem to make them look bigger... BUT I don't care, I'm having a love affair with it. :))))

What do you think? More colours yeah? :)))) It is certainly a keeper! :)



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Is it shopping season or what???

Okay I went a little crazy wth shopping this week. I hadn't purchased anything for a month or something, and decided to do a little window shopping this week... JUST TO SEE what was out there. My God!!! The specials and sales everywhere made me lose the plot! Like seriously! I found something(s) gorgeous in every store I entered. But I obviously eliminated many other beauties cos I don't really have the luxury to overspend. :)

You know, since I will be going to Turkey in spring-summer, everything I find on special is just 'perfect' as its from stores' summer stock. How can one resist?! :) I think I will have trouble finding what I want in my size when I go Turkey, and good quality and nice clothing aint cheap there either. So I wanna stock up. :))))) Good excuse ha! Well, I am trying to get mostly jackets which I can use with skirts, trousers, dresses... and other essential and staple items that will allow me to take other belongigns with me. How can I fit my life into 20 kg luggage? :(( No way! I am definitely gonna have to pay for excess baggage, so I'm looking up ways that will make it more economical.

Anyways, here is a sneak peek at some of my goodies:

I will share my outfits in upcoming posts as I wear them. :)) I've already worn the leopard print dress, but was unable to photograph it. Nevermind, I will definitely wear it again soon. Oh, by the way, Aussies, I suggest you go to Tightrope for long cardis in plain and print, dresses which can be worn over pants and maxi dresses all at $10!!!

So, anyone else go crazy shopping lately or is it just me? What did you buy? Share share!!! :)))))

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All Black with a Splash of Purple

I didn't have too much time to get dressed today, so I tried to go for the basics and achieve effortless chic with the time that was available... oh and let's not forget that I had to use pre-ironed clothing! I'm a freak when it comes to ironing... I can't wear anything that has not been ironed! Noooo waaaay! Even if I am going to be late to an appointment!

Okay, since that's out of the way, let's get to business. :)

Black Long Cardi: Tekbir (from edb Collection) -- this is the exact same cardi to the one I wore here

Indigo Sandblast Jeans: City Chic (From their latest range)

White Belt: Katies

Canvas Vogue Bag: Freebie from Vogue Magazine :)

Scarf: Armine 2010-2011 A/W Collection (from edb Collection)

 

See you after on/after Eid... most likely :))

I love the stiching detail just below the knees with these jeans. I also love the sandblast effect down the centre of each leg... They definitely make the legs look slimmer!

I know I can never be a hand model LOL but here is my simple but convenient ring :) I like wearing rings around the knuckle :)

Eid Mubarak Lovelies!

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