Thank You Ann Taylor (Pre-Fall 2024)

Outline

Introduction

Core Trend: Magenta

Personal Favorites

Conclusion

Introduction

Imagine this...

It's another day at the office and the spreadsheets aren't spreadsheet-ing.

It's not even noon and the computers are crashing, the systems aren't loading, and nothing seems to be working.

Despite this, I managed to have a good day.

How, do you ask?

I wish I could tell you that it was my unfailing emotional intelligence and fountain of wisdom but, to my surprise, it was this vest dress from Ann Taylor that made my day.

Now I can't explain what it is about this jacket vest that made my day but I am OBSESSED!

Realistically, this is a bad design ... barely camp, but I love it.

The shoes don't match the buttons, the jacket doesn't fit the model right, and no bracelet?

I don't care. It's fun, it's different, and it's exciting.

Seeing something like this excites me in a way I can't really explain.

I find so much inspiration in good design and I know that something like this will inspire many women which makes me proud to support this brand.

For those of you who know me personally, Ann Taylor has been my favorite brand for a LONG time.

Now that Pre-Fall 2024 is beginning, Magenta beginning to appear.

Thus, I felt that I had to share my favorites and talk about the resurgence of the 2023 color of the year: Magenta.

Core Trend - Magenta & Friends

After seeing Magenta in Crisitian Siriano's FW23 I've been waiting for it to appear in the fabric of mass-market retailers, and it's finally here.

Usually in silk, Magenta represents fearlessness and poise - both of which fit the Ann Taylor assortment.

Ann Taylor seeks to help women feel confident and fashionable in the workplace, and I think this color is a great choice.

(I acknowledge that the outfits shown above aren't all the same color. A color trend can involve a family of colors or a central color and the ones closest to it.)

Personal Favorites

Offering a unique take on officewear, vests, and dresses, this pleated belt vest dress saved my day.

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Price: $148.50

Size: XXS-XXL

Pros: Unique Design

Cons: Difficult to Style

Designed for relaxation, this blouse is a great choice for someone who wants to show a little personality at work.

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Price: $89.50

Size: 00-22

Pros: Great Fabric

Cons: Timely Style

In a great color, this pleated dress is a great choice for a classy take on the previous color of the year.

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Price: $111.75

Size: 00-22

Pros: Stylish Color

Cons: Timely Style

Tweed has made a lot of noise this season, and this jacket is no different.

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Price: $111.75

Size: 00-22

Pros: Trending Fabric & Petite Sizing Option

Cons: Informal (if intended for workplace)

Soft and stylish, I love the idea of an office pant that's not afraid to be different.

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Price: $111.75

Size: 00-22

Pros: Nice Print & Petite Sizing Option

Cons: Difficult to Style

Conclusion

In short, I love Ann Taylor.

This brand gives me something exciting to look at every season.

Whether it's helping women feel confident interviewing for their dream job or helping me get through the day these clothes never fail to uplift others, and for that, thank you Ann Taylor.