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Crescendo: eShakti Review

6/11/2015

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Sooo, my birthday happened and this is what I wore. :D My partner totally spoiled me with good food, strong drinks and alcohol infused desserts. Yeah. He knows what I likes. Hehe. Thanks, dude!

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Since it was a special occasion, I decided to bring it hard. >:D~
I wore three different kinds of polka dot combinations: a red/white men's bow tie; a white/black sleeveless dress (yes, that's a dress!); and black/white socks (which you can't see, because they're a surprise, silly.) :P The suspenders, bow tie, palazzo pant trio brought me so much joy. The fedora and vintage men's tassel loafers made me feel even more masculine. The brown satchel added to the vintage theme I was going for and I liked the color contrast between it and the navy pants. This outfit is 100% me. I absolutely loved wearing it. <3

I told my partner that people might think that I'm transgender and that we're a gay couple and he laughed.
I love dressing like a dude and he's always been totally cool with it. Androgyny FTW! *^_^*


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eShakti Review

When eShakti contacted me and asked if I would be interested in receiving a product to review, I was ecstatic. Last year, I purchased a modified chambray dress from them and it's one of the best fitting dresses that I own. I was stunned by how well the dress fit me. I was sold from that point.

Unfortunately, I haven't been able to shop with eShakti, or anywhere else for that matter, since I'm in total money-saving mode.
So, I couldn't pass up the chance to try out another one of their products and, this time, I was able to have the product custom made!
*^_^* I've never had clothing made *just* for me. I didn't want to get another dress. Instead, I wanted to really put eShakti to the test and do pants.

My body proportions are insane, so I've always had a difficult time finding clothes that will fit me properly. Pants are the WORST. I always have a horrible gap in the back, because of my small waist and big derriere. This is why I have a preference for anything and everything high waisted.
When I came across these navy palazzo pants, I freaked out. They're high waisted; the color is seasonless so I can wear it all year round; and it looks so chic. I've always wanted a pair of wide legged pants.

Measurements & Fit

I filled out eShakti's custom measurements form, which included everything: total rise, inseam, outseam, low waist, high waist, etc. I have a short torso, so I knew that I wanted the pants to sit an inch above my navel. Even though my natural waist is 28 inches, my high waist is 26.5 inches. To give myself some extra room, I used 27 inches for the high waist measurement. I even used a pen on my stomach to mark how high I wanted the pants to sit on my waist. Needless to say, I crossed my fingers.


When I received the pants and put them on, they fit me *exactly* where I wanted them to fit. When I sat down, the back didn't pull or sag.
The lining inside is satiny smooth, so they felt like a dream. So comfortable! T_T I loved the way it flowed as I walked. I've never had pants fit me so beautifully. I wanted to cry. Yeah. I know, but that's how incredibly disappointed I've been with mass produced pants.

I mean, not everyone can fit perfectly into a size 6 or 8 or whatever. All of us have completely unique measurements. So, there's no substitute for having a garment custom made. Nothing can beat that! Of course, custom tailored clothing isn't cheap. For that reason, I haven't been able to indulge in it. So,
I'm even more grateful for this opportunity to see what it's like to have something specially made.


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I'm sold on custom tailored clothing. If eShakti ever decides to offer custom made high waisted jeans, that would send me over the top. I'd just have to tell them to STFU and take my money. Haha. That would be incredible and, from my recent experience, I know it would be totally worth every penny.
^_^

I felt confident, well-put-together and chic in these palazzo pants and I really needed that on my birthday, because I've been feeling old like woah. Haha. They gave me another reason to smile. :3



Thrifted - Fedora, Suspenders, ModCloth Men's Red/White Polka
Dot Bow Tie
(Sale), ModCloth White/Black Polka Dot Dress (Sale),
ModCloth Brown Satchel
(Sale) & Men's Vintage Tassel Loafers

c/o eShakti -
Navy High Waisted Palazzo Pants
Warby Parker -
Dark Brown Ombre Glasses

♫ Thank you so much for your comments! Though I may not respond to each one, I read and appreciate all of them! ♫

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46 Comments
Lindwormmm link
6/10/2015 09:38:51 pm

Beautiful outfit!
If you were a character in an animation your main outfit would definitely be an androgynous one :)
I'm so happy to hear that your partner is a fan of your style too <3

Those pants really make this outfit look so stunning. The colour is superb not to mention the perfect length.

Glad to hear that you had a blast on your bday <3 :D

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:34:46 am

Hehe. I totally agree with that assessment. I think my life would be a lot easier, if I just gave into my androgynous side, but I like variety. I don't want to always be wearing ties and suspenders or scaring people with dark monochromatic outfits that make them question my gender. Haha.

I was born a woman and as much as I loathe that fact on numerous occasions, I have to admit that there are some nice things about being female. So, I try to express my positive feelings about that through my outfits (i.e. wearing dresses and skirts and stupid flowers in my hair and whatnot). ;P

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KizzyDoll link
6/10/2015 10:12:18 pm

You look marvellous, love this look :) Am glad your birthday was wonderful too :)

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:35:50 am

Rad! Thanks! ^_^

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Charlotte link
6/10/2015 10:35:35 pm

You look ruddy incredible!! Those trousers (I'm British ;) ) are a dream <3

Also...HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY YOU BABE IN A MILLION!!

xx

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:36:20 am

Haha. Yay! Thank you, my dear! <3

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Jennifer Hankin link
6/10/2015 11:38:45 pm

Those pants are perfect! I totally sympathise about the whole tiny waist big but makes pants a sad time thing. (It's why I sew my own) I love how you've pulled together this androgynous look :3

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:37:53 am

Looking at your outfits (especially the ones of you in shorts), I would never have guessed that that was a problem for you. Haha. You look perfectly proportioned. :D

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Noszę Co Lubię link
6/11/2015 12:58:30 am

WOW! Pants!
U look so cute!

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:40:09 am

:DDD <3

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Lindsey Dish link
6/11/2015 01:45:16 am

This pants look like they were made for you! Oh wait… :-P Seriously though, this makes me definitely want to get some of these! Killing it, dude. Happy birthday, btw!

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:41:30 am

You have a beautiful figure. I know these would look amazing on you! Don't even worry about length. They ask you for your height measurement, too! :P

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Denise link
6/11/2015 02:41:47 am

These palazzo pants are amazing! The cut, the color! This shop is fabulous, making clothes measured to the person! You are right, it is difficult sometimes, to find something that fits well! So, happy belated birthday, because I didn't know the exact day! But I wrote before and now :) that I hoped your celebration was nice! So it was, great! I loved what you wore, the bow tie, the palazzo pants, the satchel, all! I like polka dots and I think you look really gorgeous!
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Anna
6/12/2015 06:42:17 am

Aww! Thanks! <3 *^_^* <3

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Hollie Black-Ramsey link
6/11/2015 04:32:26 am

Friggin adorable outfit

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:42:35 am

Hehe. Thanks! <3

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Kristian link
6/11/2015 04:39:49 am

I am in love with those pants- and your explanation of the measurements and how they didn't sag funny when sitting etc. are icing on the cake. I'd no idea that EShakti even did pants.

You look adorable in this outfit- a little androgynous (and who doesn't love that?) but with playful aspects that make it feminine for me :)

Once again, Happy (Belated?) birthday!

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:45:57 am

Thanks! <3 Yeah, for sure. It's my number one problem, that saggy business. I even have that problem with some high waisted jeans! This usually happens due to spandex/cotton blends that stretch out over time. I always forget to order a size or two down from my normal size to make up for that.

There isn't any stretch to the fabric of these pants, though. So, as long as I somehow manage to stay the same weight, I'll be able to wear them. Haha. Here's to still fitting into these beautifully tailored pants 5 years down the road. o_O

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Crissy Maciel link
6/11/2015 04:52:15 am

I have been curious about their pants! It looks SO amazing.. the fit is like a dream!

Happy birthday!

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:47:22 am

Hey! Thanks! <3 Yeah, I was too! The whole thing made me very nervous. So, I'm really happy that the fit worked out!

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Dana @ IveGotCake
6/11/2015 08:57:29 am

Yes!!!
Love the color combination and the details of the look.
Gorgeous <3 <3

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:47:37 am

<333

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Sarah link
6/11/2015 11:32:02 am

Those trousers are amazing, the fit is just so good I'm really looking forward to how you restyle this item. I loved the bow tie addition to this look and you nailed the mix of prints. The bag has my heart as well, gosh I just love everything about this look.
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Anna
6/12/2015 06:48:49 am

Hey! Thanks! Yeah, me too! I'm already thinking about ways to style the pants for Fall and Winter. :P

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Rachel Dahl link
6/11/2015 01:35:45 pm

I love this! Happy birthday by the way! :) Mine wasn't too long ago either. Haha, ahhh... I love that comment about the possibility that people might be thinking of you as a gay couple. You are too pretty to be mistaken for a guy. Then again, there are very pretty men out there.

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:49:48 am

Hahaha. Omg. You're right, though. There are some really beautiful men out there. :D

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Suzanne link
6/11/2015 02:59:06 pm

Happy Birthday!

I LOVE this outfit! Especially the pants and the suspenders with the double polkadots and hat. Okay...that is the entire outfit! Ha ha. I knew I loved all of it.

Glad you hear you had a great birthday.

bisous
Suzanne

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:50:17 am

Aww! This makes me so happy! Thanks, Suzanne! <3

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Ashley link
6/11/2015 07:46:11 pm

Happy Belated Birthday! These pants took me to palazzo heaven lol! I love the way put these very different pieces together and made one effortless look!
-Ashley

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Anna
6/12/2015 06:50:44 am

Thanks, my dear! Good to see you! <3

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Sarah link
6/12/2015 06:27:40 am

Hello,

Amazing look ! :D

Sarah, http://sarahmodeee.blogspot.fr/

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Anna
6/15/2015 10:24:29 am

Hi! Thanks! ^_^ I appreciate the visit! <3

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Sheela Goh link
6/12/2015 07:44:18 am

Gah!! You look adorable!! Like the classiest, sassiest, most sophisticated version of Diane Keaton EVER!!!

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Anna
6/15/2015 10:25:15 am

Ahh, I love Diane Keaton! :DDD Thank you! <3

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Mili
6/12/2015 12:04:52 pm

Happy belated birthday! And you rock all three polka dot pieces :) I love how the palazzo pants look on you!

<a href="http://www.sharmtoaster.com/">Mili</a>

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Anna
6/15/2015 10:25:37 am

Hey! Thanks! *^_^* <3

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carsla link
6/12/2015 03:50:40 pm

tell me more about the alcoholic infused desserts... lol. happy belated! :D

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Anna
6/15/2015 10:26:08 am

Hehehe ;P <3

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Keit link
6/13/2015 12:26:07 am

Oh yes, nothing beats custom tailored clothes! The fit is nothing like mass produced stuff. And these pants are smokin! I love the easy breezy loose fit and this mouthful of blue color, so fancy! Really digging the androgynous birthday look, you pulled it off like no other! Kudos for eShakti for making you feel good and for being so rad! ^_^

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Anna
6/15/2015 10:26:32 am

Right on! Thanks, babe! <3

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Rebecca link
6/13/2015 10:02:06 pm

OMG how much do I love this outfit?! And the trousers are just Wow - stunning! I love the colour, style, everything! Yay for custom made clothing! :D Pants are definitely the trickiest to fit. That's probably why I wear so many skirts these days, I can't be bothered trying to find trousers/jeans that fit properly! :P

-Rebecca
http://mn2nz.wordpress.com

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Anna
6/15/2015 10:27:02 am

Hey, there! :DDD Thanks! <3

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Silvia link
6/15/2015 08:34:45 am

Happy birthday again, Anna! I´m glad you had a very good time on your day. You chose an awesome outfit to celebrate it. I love the man bow, the suspenders and of course the navy pants, they fit you perfectly. I´m super fan of high waisted pants :-)

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Anna
6/15/2015 10:27:15 am

<333 ^_^ <333

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Lauren Blair link
6/15/2015 11:03:37 am

Wow, this is the second review of that store I've read today! I have yet to indulge, but I feel like this is a sign that I need too. I LOVE these pants on you! I was just at a 1940s ball where some ladies were wearing similar pants and I think the bug has bitten me and I want some now haha. And happy belated birthday + cheers to you for being with someone who adores you for who you are! XO
-Lauren Blair
www.prefertobedemure.com

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skye link
7/2/2015 11:10:46 am

I always love your menswear looks, and this one especially. It's very "gawky (but dapper as hell) '20s gentleman".

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    Also, I attended university in Hyogo Prefecture and I am proficient in Japanese.


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