Lilly Pulitzer Anyone?

[Jill1228]

Sparkle totes for all NPC groups are on sale--half price. I got an Alpha Phi one for myself. My goddaughter's birthday is next month. I am thinking about getting her a Chi Omega one

[Hartofsec]

Originally Posted by WCsweet<3

Seriously debating getting the KD tote... I'm just unsure of the sequins and if I really need it.
It's funny, I went to the a store (the only store in Portland that sells Lilly other than department stores) and tried a dress they had on sale. It was a size too small and I resigned myself that I'd never had this cute dress. Woke up today to see it was on the Lilly sale. Destiny.

My purchases:

(love this dress)

I was wondering if it runs fairly true to size -- dd ordered this dress today (from a different site) in the size she usually wears in Lilly dresses -- hope it fits since it was final sale! Local dept store that sells Lilly only had 2 left but not close to her size for comparison.

We also shopped some sites of Lilly stores that sell online -- these also offered free ground shipping during the Lilly sale (until midnight tonight I think). We found some items in colors and sizes that were gone on the Lilly site (probably because a couple of these sites are a little difficult to navigate) -- The Pink Pelican, The Peppermint Palm (site shows that shipping is charged, though I called and was assured that orders are entered manually and ground shipping will not be charged when billed for orders placed until midnight tonight), and C. Orrico (did not see free shipping advertised but it was free when I checked out).


*ETA: Anyone have any experience with the Resort Chic Wedges? Wondered if these are comfortable and run true to size.

[WCsweet<3]

I had to order a size up because I'm quite busty and couldn't get the zipper up. I love the wedges and they run pretty much true to size. Very comfortable as well. I wanted to buy a pair, but couldn't justify it.

[justgo_withit]

From comments on the Lilly FB page:

"We have so many goodies in the Sorority Collection so we are not expanding for a bit. We will have some surprises coming later this Spring, please stay tuned to Facebook for updates. Xx"

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[glittergal1985]

Originally Posted by justgo_withit

From comments on the Lilly FB page:

"We have so many goodies in the Sorority Collection so we are not expanding for a bit. We will have some surprises coming later this Spring, please stay tuned to Facebook for updates. Xx"

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I saw that too. I'm hoping at this point that the "surprises" pertain to the 12 groups not currently represented, as that was the response given to all the posters begging for Lilly to "add XYZ!"

[DeltaBetaBaby]

Originally Posted by justgo_withit

From comments on the Lilly FB page:

"We have so many goodies in the Sorority Collection so we are not expanding for a bit. We will have some surprises coming later this Spring, please stay tuned to Facebook for updates. Xx"

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Argh, that's a real bummer. I know they are a private company and can do whatever they want to earn a profit, but it sucks to feel like your group is left out.

[justgo_withit]

Originally Posted by glittergal1985

I saw that too. I'm hoping at this point that the "surprises" pertain to the 12 groups not currently represented, as that was the response given to all the posters begging for Lilly to "add XYZ!"

Any surprise that isn't (or isn't comparable to) "we are releasing prints for the remaining groups in a timely manner!" is just not okay to me. If it's "here's more items for the groups we have currently represented!" my bank account and I will happily say no thank you.

[sweetongreek]

I absolutely adore Lilly but unfortunately I think it can look a little too overwhelming... especially if you're in a group of sorority girls also wearing bright floral Lilly dresses

I did buy a lovely white lace dress from Lilly for initiation and have several other purchases; I noticed they do tend to run a little small in the bust area, so I have typically sized up one size for that reason and hemmed/taken in the sides accordingly.

As for the sorority collection: not a fan of the totes! Simply because I like the more basic look of the Vineyard Vines totes, but I really love the prints and I'm considering getting a scarf or bracelet, which I think are a little more subtle. Sometimes I think 'Lilly overload' can be a little obnoxious!

[AOII Angel]

I bought a Lilly AOII scarf on eBay for fairly cheap. It is a POS. I couldn't believe how poor quality it was. I will be handing it off to someone at Convention. I wouldn't be caught dead wearing that thing.

[sweetongreek]

Originally Posted by AOII Angel

I bought a Lilly AOII scarf on eBay for fairly cheap. It is a POS. I couldn't believe how poor quality it was. I will be handing it off to someone at Convention. I wouldn't be caught dead wearing that thing.

So glad you mentioned this! It's disappointing how designer labels overprice for poor quality I'm fine with spending the money, but it sure as hell better stand the test of time!

[Shellfish]

Blog post on the craziness of the Lilly warehouse sale.The comments make me glad I didn't trek out there even though I was tempted.

[glittergal1985]

A little known fact is that many of the signature stores not only discount their items during the warehouse sale, but also carry those discounts out past the end of the sale weekend. Lilly does not allow them to advertise discounted prices on their websites past the sale period, but you can call or email them about their special offers and be pleasantly surprised.

[WCsweet<3]

Does anyone have a swim suit from Lilly? I'm curious about the quality.

[glittergal1985]

Has anyone else noticed Lilly suddenly pushing the sorority items in their retail stores? I was in two stores this week and both now carry the full line of products, though neither of them did a month ago. I'm guessing it's a sign of something, either they are looking to see if they can be successful in stores before they add more groups, or they are just trying to get rid of their stock and leave the sorority business. Thoughts?

[Griffins&Quills]

Via a post on their facebook page, rumor has it " Lilly Pulitzer just shut down their Panhellenic Division, and there will be no more prints anytime soon"