Madewell Reviews: 30% off sale in stores!

The sales keep rolling. Madewell is about to have a new rollout on Thursday so I think they are really trying to clear out some older merchandise. I noticed a lot of popbacks this morning and I was surprised to see 30% off sale in store. I feel like they rarely do that. Here are some reviews to help avoid the dreaded final sale mistakes!

Structured Stripe Pullover (XS)

 This is a nice, thick cotton and almost feels slightly terry-like on the underside. Very comfortable. The contrasting seam on the sides are nice and flattering. It's not exactly a wow piece but a cute little stripy layer.

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I cannot for the life of me remember what this is called. It's cute. Really stretchy thick cotton and a cute little zipper detail at the shoulder. The vertical stripes on the back and pocket are cute details If I needed more stripes I might have gotten it. I'm trying to wean myself off... slowly.

 Slub V-Neck Tee in Stripe (XS)

 Cute basic t-shirt. Slightly oversized. Lightweight cotton. Not much more to say.

Leather-Trim Dress in Dusty Burgundy (XS)

I look like a skater who gained too much weight before trying on her uniform. I didn't even bother zipped the XS all the way up because it was SO TIGHT. You can see a slightl jelly roll forming over the waistline. it is a cute shape and I like the leather detail but it is too skater-rific for me. Even a small might be too tight. I also prefer a slightly less pleated skirt. Great color.

 Silk Inkbrush Dress (size 0)

 I've seen this dress many times at Madewell but I am always drawn to it. Looks sort of dressy, sort of casual, very comfortable and easy on the eye. I am trying to show (in the 2nd picture) that the skirt is a faux wrap in the front. I liked that. I already own several incarnations of this dress so I passed. I am wearing a size down on this one and that would have been fine. One of the great things about this style is you can be up or down a few pounds and it will still look great.

 Cafe Stripe Dress (size 0)

 Ah - all cotton - what a concept? Sometimes I long for a plain little cotton dress. The size 0 fit and I liked the way it looked at the waistline but it felt a bit snug over the top. You can see it in the back shot that it is pulling a bit and riding up in the front.

 Cafe Stripe Dress (size 2)

 The size 2 looks better, don't you think? It is a beautiful crisp cotton and feels just a hint stretchy although I'm not sure there is any lycra in it. I'm just not sure it's flattering. I just like it cuz it feels crisp, clean and classic. Can't tell if the stripes are a little too jailbird.

 One thing that is off is the sleeve length. I slightly rolled the sleeves in the LH picture and I think it improves the proportions. I tried a belt but I think this one is too thick and made the material bunch a bit. would need something thinner and lighter.

What do you think of these sale items? Is there anything you have your eye on?
I have a feeling we MAY see a percent off sale shortly after the new arrivals hit the website...