Mmm mmm flannel. Oooo do I love it in the winter. Flannel shirt,
skinny jeans,
booties. Done. My husband bought me those boots for Xmas. One of those I didn't know I needed these purchases that I am so excited about. I actually just asked for a plain pair of Uggs, but he hates them, so he got
these. Still lined in fur but so much cuter!
Flannel Ex-Boyfriend Shirt in Bainbridge Plaid (XS)
At first I felt a little blah about this one but it's really grown on me. It's a nice red plaid but more muted which I like - less holiday. The length is good and butt-covering and the ex-boyfriend shirt style is a nice fit - skimming but not too fitted or too sloppy. Soft and a good weight without being heavy. Overall nice!
Ex-Boyfriend Shirt in Masmodil Plaid (XS)
Same fit but a lighter plaid. I liked it overall but did not love the orange-y color in it. I think it's a winner but you have to be okay with a bit of orange. Since I don't NEED a new flannel shirt I passed.
Rivet and Thread Flannel Shirt in Hanna Plaid (XS)
The colors in this one are quite lovely. It is longer overall - almost tunic length on my 5'4" frame. It also fits just a bit more snugly than the ex-boyfriend style. Overall, attractive.
I live in flannel shirts in the winter so I'm trying to figure out which one of the MANY I've tried that I want to keep. My next try-on is
this one in the black watch plaid in an XXS. I'll let you know how it fits when it arrives.
Where have you found good flannel shirts this year?
Thanks for the great reviews! My fav plaid flannel so far has been the Jansen by Penfield (ordered from Backcountry). I finally figured out not to dry the Penfield flannels so they don't shrink. Ironing is a pain, but I've been willing to do it for this shirt ;) Waiting on two plaids from Madewell today, and hoping to only keep one of them. I was so tempted to order the pale flannel that just got marked down ($23!!) also, but really can't justify another (plus, it's fs). Really appreciate all your reviews!
ReplyDeleteYou're so welcome! I've never heard of Backcountry but of course I zipped right over there to check it out. Super cute. Let me know how your Madewell flannels work out. I've gotten tired of buying and returning at this point!
DeleteMy favorite flannel this year is the L.L.Bean Scotch plaid shirt, although I have the relaxed fit one and not the slightly fitted one you ordered. I've been thinking about ordering that one just to see how it compares. In general, I feel like the quality of the flannel is much better than what I've seen from J.Crew and Madewell. Not to mention, they actually stand behind their products!
ReplyDeleteI saw your review on your blog - so cute! The only available size was XXS so I'm hoping it fits but it may very well be too small on me. I'm so used to LL Bean running large and shapeless so we'll have to see. Glad to hear the quality is there!
DeleteThank you for a year of great - and helpful - reviews! I accidentally came home with 3 BR flannels which they practically paid me to buy, and I love them. They're called "soft wash," not flannel, but there's no difference except that the BR fabric is thicker and softer than the JC "flannel" has been recently.
ReplyDeleteI wish you and your family a happy and healthy 2016!
The same to you and yours! Thanks for the well wishes. I'm happy to hear BR's flannels have been up to par. I returned all the ones I got from J Crew this year because they were paper thin or the color combo was just strange. I live in flannel so I'm hoping to find some others at other retailers.
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