Silk Shirt (and a pant) Reviews - My New Obsession

Okay. So it's sort of ridiculous to become obsessed with silk shirts when a large part of your week is spent with a rambunctious 3 year old... but... it's my little reminder that I do also exist in the work world. I think you can throw on a silk shirt with just about anything and look fabulous. And I love the way the material feels. Light in summer, layer with a cardi or blazer in fall/winter. Fantastic.

Here are a few new silk ladies that I am contemplating:


Silk Boy Shirt in French Hen (sizes 2 and 4 respectively)

Sorry for the blurry pics, I'm not really sure what happened. You can see a better shot of this shirt on me here. There wasn't a huge amount of difference between the 2 and 4. Hens, silk, navy. Super cute. I think this shirt looks better tucked in. It's now sold out making me rethink my decision to return it. Cute, but will I tire of the chickens? Do I even like chickens?

Scoopneck Blouse in Anchors Aweigh (size 4)

This is a size bigger than my usual shirt size but I like having a LITTLE extra room since there are no buttons and of course no give. When I have this shirt on I feel adorable and jaunty. When I see the picture the scoop neckline seems a little plain jane to me. I do love the buttons at the shoulder and the basic look of it.

I am not pregnant - that is the drawstring to the skirt I am wearing.

Ann Taylor Silk Button Down Camp Shirt in Azurite (size 2 and 4 respectively) 

BTW, they just released this shirt in a very similar color for full price. This one is on sale for $89.99 online and I got it for $29.99 in store! Very similar to the Blythe but I love the roll tab sleeves. I think the 4 looks a little baggy. Very comfortable - seems to have a little stretch to the material.

Anchors Aweigh Pant (size 2)

Managed to snag these on popback during that crazy update the other day. I don't think the pics make them look that cute but they feel great on. I do wish the legs were slightly trimmer but I think the angle of my photo makes them look baggier than they are. They are so comfortable and make me feel super elegant. I would wear with heels, a white shirt and huge jewelry. My one problem is the length. I really hate that upper ankle length - I think it looks funny. There is a 1 inch hem that I could let out so maybe that would help.

What do you think? What are your favorite silk items?