J.Crew Spotted in Harper's Bazaar

A big "thanks!" to Desert Flower, who not only let us know about a J.Crew item being spotted in the March 2010 issue of Harper's Bazaar, but also scanned the image for us to view! (Click on the image above to see it larger.)

The item featured is the Lipstick Gold Foil Pencil Skirt (Item 22949; $178.00). J.Crew describes this little number as:

Our perfect pencil silhouette—leg lengthening and fit to flatter—updated for spring in a gorgeous rose-gold foiled cloqué with a grosgrain ribbon waistband. Prepare for compliments. Italian silk/metallic threads/nylon. Sits at waist. Back zip. Back vent. Fully lined. 24" long. Part of the J.Crew Collection.

Luckily for us, there are several real life images of this dress over at Anya's Simply J.Crew blog (refer to the "Lipstick gold foil pencil skirt" post).

I am unsure if I like the the gold foil finish on the skirt. I also think this is the kind of pencil skirt that looks amazing on some JCAs (e.g. Anya) and ridiculous on other JCAs (e.g. me).

What are your thoughts on the Lipstick Gold Foil Pencil Skirt? Do you like (or dislike) the fabric/ gold foil finish for the skirt? Have you purchased or tried this skirt on? If so, please share! :)