Yes, the skort brigade has gained a new recruit! I wasn't too sure about the style initially, but, as per usual, indoctrination has been swift and relatively painless... it is a pretty ingenious idea, after all - updating the micro mini with not only a contemporary graphic flavour, but a design which allows you to ride out a heatwave with no concerns re: potential flashing! I very nearly snapped up the original (when it was, if you can believe it, in stock). At Zara's virtual checkout, though, I have to admit I balked at the delivery charge (a pet hate, unless I can hunt out a discount code to bypass them) and decided to try my luck on eBay... Amidst the originals selling for twice the original £25.99 price tag (seriously?), I spotted a crop of Eastern dupes going for less than £7, with FREE delivery (making Zara's £3.95 shipping charge appear all the more unjust)! Had to be worth a try at that price...
In terms of appearance, comfort and fit? Pretty close to perfect. And you can't really argue with a 7 day international turnover time. If you do go for a dupe, make sure you check the size chart, ensuring that the hip measurement will accommodate you - Asian sizing is smaller than Western/Zara sizing, so you'll probably need to go up a size or two. Some of the stitching could be better though... the first time I flopped onto the sofa in it, I ended up with an, ahem, crotchless skort - so much for no concerns re: flashing!
Pre-unintentional-customisation, I'd decided to pair it with my trusty kimono to play on the origami feel... Can't wait to explore its potential further... once a few minor repairs have been carried out, that is!
Skort: eBay, Kimono: F&F, Shoes: Boohoo
Have you been seduced by the skort?
Me encantan estos short papiro y sientan genial.
ReplyDeleteMuchas gracias :)
Deletewhat size did you buy??
ReplyDeleteMedium (I'm usually a UK 8-10) - there's a size chart near the bottom of the page on eBay; most important thing is to make sure the hip measurement of the size you choose is the same as or bigger than your hip measurement at the widest point :)
Deletehi I'm looking to buy this but was wondering if its see through or not? sometimes White clothing can be :) x
ReplyDeleteIt is a little - I haven't had any problems in terms of underwear, but my striped bodysuit did show through!
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