Banana Republic Petites...long time no visit (75%+ off)

*UPDATE: BR12HOURS gives you 35% off your entire order, ends January 25th, midnight*

The petite blogging community hasn't been giving Banana Republic much love lately (the regular store, that is...the outlet has been getting plenty of love this month). My last purchase from there was 7 months ago!

In search of a wrap dress, I went on earlier and saw that there were many deals to be had. BRWINTER30 (expired) gives you an extra 30% off everything. I also used ebates for 6% cash back (referral link), plus they have free ship every day now for orders over $50.

1. First up, this Double Cable Placket Shrug, now just $35 from $140, in two colors and left in sizes Petite XXS-M. I do not love how it looks in the stock photo. Looking past the failed menswear mish-mash and dudly fit, I see a cozy cocoon sweater with pretty details, perfect for lounging in with legging jeans. The lambswool/modal/cashmere blend sounds promising. Only 1 lone review, but it's 5 stars. I ordered this in charcoal. Update: See a twitpic on PetiteLG in size regular XS (not petites).

2. Second (a deal shared by Well Heeled Blog) - this Ruffle Pencil Skirt. Just $21 from $90 and left in 00P, 0P, and more. I skipped on this because I foresee alterations needed.

3. Two faux-wrap dresses left in XXS Petite - this 3/4 Sleeve Dress ($35 from $98) and the slouchier Annie dress ($28 from $130). The former has LOTS of reviews, but they are a mixed bag (several ladies said it runs small). The latter has just 2 reviews, both lukewarm. I purchased the latter. 

4. Lastly, I saw that BR has a new set of lightweight long cardigans in Petite XXS - L, in a range of 6 undeniably Spring-y colors (plus black). The price is still a bit much at $42 from $70, but I wonder if these will become as popular as the LOFT long cardis once they get discounted further.

Expect a review soon on #1 and #3 above. The current sale in-store is another 50% off sale items. The mens sale is fantastic - the bf picked up a couple of merino wool V-neck sweaters for $6.50 a piece (from $60). Vicky blogged about her family-friendly accessory finds here.