Ann Taylor LOFT

3 Ratings: 4.3

Versatile clothing that's easy to wear and care for to fit your busy lifestyle,

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Attention LOFTy Fashionistas, This Store Isn't Just for Mom

Feb 19, 2010

by Meridith_McTamany
posted in College Fashionista

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I've been working in retail for about six years and I've bounced around between mom-and-pop boutiques and corporate institutions and I can say that I have never been more proud to represent a brand as I was during my time at Ann Taylor LOFT. As a college student I'm not sure if I would have walked through the giant glass doors of LOFT if they hadn't been hiring but when I did I was pleasantly surprised to discover that their entire design aesthetic had changed. LOFT had become more trendy, sure, but not in a hipster sort of why in which you would regret any of your purchases next year when the new trends came along.

The words that come to mind when I browse LOFT now are "classic" and "feminine". This store has one of the most extensive petite selections of any non-department store I've ever seen and in conjunction, their shapes and fits are made for someone who is trying to enhance and flatter her natural figure. The clothes are quality and the sales are astounding. I've gone into LOFT and spent the same amount of money as I would at Forever 21 or H&M (2 other popular stores for college students my age) and come away with just as much stuff.

This spring LOFT is showing some of the trends seen on September's New York Fashion Week Runway, like pastels, lingerie-inspired pieces, soft pants, chambray, and lucite jewelry. None of the pieces in the store now will be grossly off the mark next year because, thanks to Fashion Creative Director Alia Ahmed-Yahia (of Elle and Glamour fame), everything from the t-shirts to the anorak jackets have a timeless essence that assures that they can be re-imagined in the years to come. I've posted some of my current favorites from the Spring collection.

LOFT is great for women like me, on the cusp of adulthood and the working world, because it offers clothes that are great for day to day wear but then can also transition and mesh well into an office-appropriate or even interview-appropriate wardrobe. I often mention LOFT in my posts on CollegeFashionista.com because there is a store located in my town and I feel that it is sadly overlooked. Ladies, I recommend signing up for their mailing list at www.anntaylorLOFT.com for hints about upcoming sale and coupons and remember to live. love. LOFT.

The capacity and color of this bag is amazing.

Refined cargo pants are a new take on casual.

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devora February 23, 2010

Ha, I used to think that Ann Taylor LOFT was more for people my mom's age, too! Especially of the professional variety. That changed, though, when I was searching for skinny pants on eBay and ended up snagging a pair of Ann Taylor's. I loved those pants! I've yet to step foot into one of these stores, but I'll be sure to check it out the next time I come across one of these because of your review. Thanks for sharing, Meridith! :)

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MelissaAq February 23, 2010

Couldn't have said it better, Meredith! I go shopping at LOFT with my mom sometimes. One of my favorite shirts EVER came from there - it was a cute sleeveless sweater with black and white stripes with a little bow on one shoulder. I think it was on sale, too. What could be better?! Thanks for the review.

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Sammy_Luterbach February 19, 2010

You have convinced me to become a LOFT shopper, Meridith! I've heard wonderful things about the store before and have always been intrigued when I walk past the store at the mall, but your beautiful writing has finally made me decide to take the step inside. Thanks!

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