Chico’s Beginning of Summer Try On Haul

Chico’s Beginning of Summer Try On Haul

What I Wore To The Store

Whenever I try on clothing in a dressing room, I always wear a one-and-done outfit. There are so many clothing items everywhere that it is easier for me to only have to keep up with one item that is mine. This caftan/kimono was so comfortable on my trip to my parents, and my mom noticed it the minute I walked in the door. I recently did a Best Caftan Dresses and Muumuus 2024 post, so check that out if you’d like one.

Chico’s Sizing

Figuring out what size you wear from Chico’s isn’t hard, but it is different than what most brands use. If you know your U.S. size, you can easily convert it to Chico’s size using their size chart. For example, if you usually wear a size 10, you would likely wear a Chico’s size 1. They are size-inclusive, and most items are available in Petite and Plus sizes.

I love the Travelers™ collection from Chicos. This collection of dresses, skirts, pants, tops, etc., allows you to arrive at your destination wrinkle-free! I thought this Palm Print Tank Dress would look great for a beach vacation or any time you want to look festive.

I’m wearing a size 1, and it fits me great. There are no lumps and bumps, and the material is extremely comfortable.

When I’m traveling, either by car or plane, I want something on my arms. Joe runs hot, so he keeps the air conditioner cranked up. I keep my heated seat on and wear a cardigan or jacket.

The store didn’t have a size 1 which I needed, so I’m wearing a slightly larger size. The Travelers Cropped Cardigan is perfect for this dress and would be one you could wear with lots of outfits.

I love this outfit. It is casual but still dressy enough for a lunch date with friends.

The Travelers™ Floral V-Neck Top has longer sleeves and covers my upper arms nicely. The pretty floral print is vibrant against the black background, and I chose to wear the top with white. It would also look great with black; I think I’ll try that look next time to see if it looks dressier.

I love the No Stain Pull-On Fray Hem Skort, and I can’t believe I left the store without it. After looking at these photos, I’m ordering this. The skort has a frayed hem and a high waist, and I tucked in the top so you could see the details.

You don’t have to worry about a Marilyn Monroe moment with this cute skort!

The Touch Of Cool™ Tropics Ruched Banded Hem Top has a similar color palette. The white background gives the top an airy look, and it isn’t quite as vibrant as the black top.

A lot of women don’t like showing their legs, so I switched out the skort for a pair of Linen Culotte Pants. This is a similar look, but only ankles will be on display.

I’m a fan of banded tops! They help to create a defined waist, but the blouson top hides my tummy lumps and bumps. Can we all say, “Yes, please!”

Ladies who live in the hottest parts of the country need clothing to help them stay cool. The Linen Culotte Pants are very lightweight, and the wide legs will let the breeze cool you off as you walk. Since these are so lightweight, you can see the outline of the pockets. If that bothers you, there is a black version, and that wouldn’t be an issue with it.

This ended up being one of my favorite looks in this try-on haul. I knew I would like the print of the shorts, but I was surprised to like the length.

I rarely, like never, wear Bermuda length shorts. A 5″ – 7″ short is my preferred length, but I loved the print, so I tried them on. The Brigitte 10″ Swirl Print Shorts fit great, and I loved the width of the legs. They are a cross between a wide leg and a slim leg, and I think they give you the perfect silhouette!

The Ribbed High Neck Tank was another item I didn’t expect to like, but it looked great with everything I styled it with. The straps were wide enough that I didn’t worry about my bra straps showing, and it fit me like a glove. I’m wearing a size 1, and I wish it came in a 1.5 so I had a little more room. I debated back and forth until it came time to check out, but I couldn’t leave it in the store.

I love this outfit! What do you think about it? It is a simple navy and white outfit which looks like a million bucks!

I already own these High Rise Wide Leg Jeans, but I wanted to style them in case you haven’t seen me wear them. They seem to run a little on the small side, so I sized up to a 1. If you are between sizes, be sure to go up at least one size.

Here is the same look but with more of a summery vibe.

The Summer Romance Swirl Midi Cardigan has an elbow length sleeve to give a little warmth when the air is cranked up. Adding a third piece to an outfit always elevates it and takes the look to a different level.

But, in this case, I might like the outfit better without the cardigan. The Hexie Multi-Strand Necklace, Cassie Gold-Tone Circle Earrings, and Gold Tone Beaded Stretch Bracelets elevate the outfit while still keeping the overall look simple.

Cute, cute, cute!!! The Poplin Cropped Pants check off a lot of boxes for me! The material is comfortable and stretchy, they have pockets, a capri length is in style this year, and the zip cargo pockets at the thigh are trending. ✔️ ✔️ ✔️ ✔️

As I said above, the navy Ribbed High Neck Tank looked great with everything!

I love the light wash color of the Wide Leg Cropped Trouser Jeans. Normally, I wear medium or dark wash jeans, so I loved trying something different. In fact, I loved them so much that they are now residing in my car. Lol! I haven’t brought my purchases into the house yet.

The Lace Crochet Poncho comes in several colors, but this bright green grabbed my attention from across the store.

I wanted to wear a matching tank under it, but the store was sold out. So, I wore the navy Ribbed High Neck Tank under it, and I liked the way the navy allowed the crochet pattern to stand out. The poncho is sewn down the sides, so it has arm holes.

You can even wear bright colors with a light wash. The V-Neck Perfect Tee is a gorgeous shade, and I couldn’t decide if it was coral or red. Turns out the color is Watermelon Punch.

I liked the watermelon tee with the light wash, but it looks richer with the darker jeans.

The Girlfriend Patchwork Ankle Jeans are perfect for those who want something unique with visual interest. The embroidery isn’t overdone, and I love the small amount of patchwork detail. The jeans are a slim fit and would be perfect for anyone who is still missing their skinny jeans.

I have the white High Rise Wide Leg Jeans back on with the watermelon V-Neck Perfect Tee. To tie the two items together, I added the No Iron™ Linen Reef 3/4 Sleeve Shirt. The reef print is pretty, and I love the color, but the NO IRON feature is my favorite part. A button shirt is so versatile since it can be worn in many ways. I’m wearing it here like a cardigan or jacket.

One of my favorite ways to wear a button shirt is tied at the waist. You can wear it buttoned with a tie waist or open with a tank or tee underneath. I decided to let the tee extend past the hem of the shirt, and I liked the look. What do you think?

Whew! Are you as tired as I am? You can tell when I do these try on hauls how much I love the clothing by how much I style. Lol! The only bad thing was that the dressing room was TINY! It was very hard to get photos, but I did my best.

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