Chico’s Winter Try-On: Pieces That Go Beyond the Holidays
After our chat about holiday style on Monday, I popped into Chico’s to check out what they had. I picked pieces with subtle holiday detailing and most of them also work after the holidays, because really, that’s what a smart purchase means.
For reference, I’m 5’4″ and weigh around 135 with broad shoulders and straight hips with very few curves.
The first two looks start with the same base: the Embellished Ella V-Neck Sweater, a simple black sweater with subtle embellishment, and the Travelers Velvet No Tummy Pants in black, a stretchy pull-on that’s very comfortable. I was happy to be able to try the pants in petite, because they usually need to be ordered.
This Travelers Collection Artisanal 3D Floral Jacket steps it up for a party, dinner at the neighbors’, or even The Nutcracker (ignore my sneakers). The Melton Long-Sleeve Belted Jacket in carmine red is great for every day around town, and the red adds a festive touch.
You could also swap out the velvet pants for these velvet jeans, or these blue jeans with rhinestones side seams, for an elevated everyday look. Me being me, would also pair the artisonal jacket with a dark wash slim jean, and classic white shirt, and wear the look with my platform sneakers 😉.
The third look is just a simple sweater and jeans until you look closely at the texture. The Caviar Embellished V-Neck Pullover in vinca blue has subtle silver beading around the V-neck, and the Textured Faux Fur Vest is the most gorgeous soft dove color.
The colors are all cool, soft shades, and the beading ties into the dove. The vest adds volume up top, but the bootcut in the Pull-On Slim Bootcut Jeans helps balance it so you don’t look top-heavy. It’s a great everyday outfit for running around town, and you could also pop the vest over something dressier for a little glamour. Nothing here says December, so you’ll wear these pieces well past the holidays.
Here, I paired the Refined Button-Detail Sweater Tunic and the Faux Fur Collared Cocoon, both in soft ivory, with the Juliet Slim Textured Jacquard Pants in urban taupe.
The sweater is a simple staple you’ll wear all year, and comes in five colors. The pants are the popular Juliet style, a slim pull-on with a smooth Hollywood waist, here in a richly textured jacquard with goldtone bar trim on the pockets. The cocoon is the special piece that makes it festive. Wear it just like this for a special dinner out, or have fun with it over a chambray shirt and jeans.
For the last look, I paired the Double Breasted Long-Sleeve Cardigan and Girlfriend Slim Ankle Jeans, both in soft ivory. The jeans have a nice stretch and are true to size. The cardigan is cut like a jacket, with a double-breasted button front and a V-neck, and the fabric is super soft with a touch of cashmere.
I always love a tonal look because it’s elongating, and this time I added the Ella Button-Sleeve Turtleneck Sweater in a black and ivory stripe underneath for some interest. Winter white with a stripe looks crisp and fresh, and the button sleeves on the turtleneck are a nice detail. There’s nothing holiday about it, which is exactly why you’ll wear it all winter.
Some women love the joy of wearing lots of festive pieces, and if that’s you, Chico’s also has you covered.
Have a great day, and wear what gives you joy and makes you feel confident.
There’s no winning or failing at personal style. When you put something on and think, “Oh, I love how I feel in this,” trust yourself. That’s your taste talking.