Anthropologie’s Killing Me!

I was running an errand today, returning an old J.Crew item that I ended up getting store credit for (yippee), and made the move over to Anthropologie. Sigh. Everything was just beautiful to me, I had been away for too long. I sound like I have an addiction problem, which in fact, I do, I completely admit it. So back to the store. Great sale today at my store, lots of Snowscape tanks for $39.95 (got one), a lot of skirts, even the Snow Flower skirt for anyone still looking for it, and a lot of cardis. So while yesterday was technically the sale day, today there were more reductions which is just great news all around. Too bad I didn’t have my camera with me but I tried on the following and fell hard:
                                                               Wright Dress

So pretty in person. I tried the size 0 and it fit great. The material is light, the pockets on the side are perfection, and a good fit up top for the ladies. On my wishlist.

                                                          Speckled Ink Dress

This dress helped me understand just how important online/blog reviews are for those individuals who don’t have an Anthro store nearby and can’t see the item in person. Still love this dress, but it’s different then what I thought it would be. I took a small b/c one look at the xs let me know it wasn’t going to work out. It’s got a zipper in the back, the material is jersey and stretchy, and I especially like the way it shapes the hip area and flows down. Confession time, I had a little difficulty with the shoulder straps, couldn’t get them on right for the longest! Definitely on the wishlist.

                                                           Florid Facade Top

I was floored by this top, I mean I really really like it. Such a beautiful piece, so light, so feminine, the embroidery is just lovely, and must make mine. I tried on the xs and the fit is great, so tts. I didn’t try on the gray, but really thinking about it as well. Very versatile.

                                                   Through-The-Clouds Tank

Geez, another top I love. I tried on the xs and love it. The gray is lighter in person than what it appears online. Very soft, can be tucked in or worn loose. The detailing at the collar is gorgeous, I love embroidery, can’t you tell?

                                                             Free Flow Tank

So I didn’t like this so much! I can’t believe it, I had been staring at it for forever and when other bloggers wore it the fit looked great. I tried on the small though needed an xs, but it just didn’t feel good. I didn’t care for the material, it just kind of hung. Reminder that not all pieces make everyone look equally pretty.

                                                        Winding Road Tank

I had a lot of high hopes for this tank, and already had in mind so many things I would pair it with. When I saw it in person, wasn’t drawn to it the same way. There were little white specs all over it, and that didn’t appeal to me. Plus I thought the material would be softer, but it felt more stiff, just different than what I was expecting. I felt like I could find this elsewhere and wasn’t a unique Anthro piece for me.

Again, I wish I had pictures of me trying them on so I could share and remind myself why certain things worked and didn’t. Meanwhile, I found the laced roses cardigan for a super steal at $29.95 and Sara from Kim’s Anthroholic helped me locate it for $69.95, so now I’ll have to take that back. Just saved $40!! That makes me feel better.

Finally, I leave you with what I wore today. Some other bloggers reminded me about bold-colored tights, so I decided to incorporate the electric blue tights in the outfit. I like it.

ae oxford shirt
j crew bling-button cardi
f21 tiered scallop lace skirt
ae tights
aldo oxfords
at locket