Friday, February 3, 2012

anthropologie: fitting room reviews

In the words of The Cure: "It's Friday, I'm in love."

To celebrate this happy day, I thought I'd share a few items I recently tried on at Anthro.

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First up is the Pleated Ponte Skirt.  Love this piece! It's a great weight, the colour is a beautiful saturated kelly green and it's swishy and fun. Initially, I thought I might be old-ish to wear this short length (19'') but with tights and a lower heel (or flats) it's a go. I tried on both a size six and an eight. I went with the larger size so I could wear it lower on my hips. Did I mention how much I love this? Enough to call it my own.

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{Pleated Ponte Skirt}

Next we have the highly touted Pieced Column Dress. The Anthro community is abuzz about this Bailey 44 number. Ladies be smitten!  Even non-believers are converted once they try on this figure flattering body conscious dress.  I was in the latter group. I never thought I'd like such a body (and booty) hugging dress, but I sure did. The layering of the material and the diagonal stripes come together to hide imperfections and highlight curves. Yay! Although I like the way it looks, I think it might be a tad too sexy for my fairly conservative workplace. Maybe it'd be alright if paired with a cardigan or jacket, like Molly of Anthromollogies did with the longer version here? Hmmm. No matter, I still highly recommend this dress. For reference, I'm wearing a medium.

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{Pieced Column Dress}

Third on the list is the pretty Valparaiso Dress. It's the most lovely shade of emerald green but I'm not sure about the flowy, dolman sleeves. How would I cook dinner in this? ;)  I found the fit much more flattering by tying the dress in the back, rather than in a bow as shown in the online photo. I tried on a size 8 but really needed a size 6. Unfortunately, none were to be had at my local Anthro. Sadly, it's a pass for me.

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{Valparaiso Dress}

Ladies, meet the Scalloped Buttondown. This bright yellow hued blouse is gorgeous! I like the attention to detail - just look at those wonderful scallops! There's such an ease to this blouse and it can be dressed up or down. I tried on a size 10 to accommodate my décolletage area and there was no gaping. Yes! I particularly love the 3/4 sleeves and can see myself tucking it into skirts (animal print!) or wearing it belted under a cardigan and skinny jeans. All of this golden wonderment for under $100 and it's machine washable. Hellooo!

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{Scalloped Buttondown}

Last, we have the Shawl-Collar Boatneck.  I think many ladies will choose this comfy cozy as their go-to top for weekends and for travelling. It comes in an array of stunning shades, in addition to the bright pink. My friend Karen bought the orange version and it looks fabulous against her dark hair. It's a soft, thick jersey knit and would work well for those of us trying to disguise a big lunch or for those ladies who have just had a baby. It does fit large so try a size down - I'm wearing a small in the photo. I passed on this shirt because I can see myself constantly fiddling with the neckline. Strange, but true.

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{Shawl-Collar Boatneck}

Do you have any of these pieces? Or has something caught your eye from the February catalogue? Do tell!

Happy weekending, friends! I hope the next few days are all that and a bag of Lay's Dill Pickle chips.

Speaking of food, this weekend I'm going to nosh on yummy Malaysian food, go curling (a quintessentially Canadian activity), catch up with a good ladyfriend over some drinks and spend Sunday with my little niece.

GO weekend!

Dajana (:

16 comments:

  1. I love, love the yellow blouse! Might have to get me one. :-)

    P.

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    1. It's fantastic, isn't it? It'd look great against your dark hair. (:

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    2. yes, you should buy that one! thanks for the reviews!
      www.saucestudiosonline.com

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    3. You're most welcome, Lauren! I hope the reviews were helpful to you.

      And yes, I did buy the yellow blouse. It was love at first sight.

      Thanks for visiting, lady! (:

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  2. Great reviews! I love the Scalloped Button Down. What a stunning color!

    http://shannonhearts.blogspot.com

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    1. Thanks, Shannon! That particular yellow lovely came home with me. (;

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  3. The yellow looks gorgeous on you - and the pinky one at the end too! But I know just what you mean about fiddling with cowl necklines - I am a fiddler too (all the best people are, I say!!!).

    Sarahx

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    1. Thanks Sarah! I love that you're a fiddler, too. Haha! That sounds SO funny when said outloud. :p

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  4. Hi! Newly following you and I really love all these pieces on you! Funny, just blogged last week about the Shawl Collar Boatneck, I got it in the orange (looks red to me, but my family kept swearing it was orange... I say TOMATO) and the light blue. http://orangiesattic.blogspot.com/2012/01/what-im-wearing-wednesday.html

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    1. Hi Kelly! Thanks so much for the compliment! I just checked out your blog and really liked the outfit you put together featuring the lovely Shawl Collar Boatneck. Those Kendra Scott earrings are fabulous, lady. You and your Handsome Hubby looked great.

      p.s. I'm newly following you, too. (:

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  5. I am in love with the yellow blouse! Such a popular color for spring...can't wait to pair it with navy! Great reviews! =)

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    1. Oooh, you have it too, Kristina? Yes! I can't wait to see how you style it.

      Happy travels, lady! Thanks for popping by. (:

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  6. Love your blog!!Following!!
    I'd love it if you check out mine and tell me what you think!!

    xx
    Joanna

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    1. Ευχαριστώ Joanna! And I did check out your blog Snob. I like it's clean, modern look. I see you're a fashion lover, too. (:

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  7. The ponte skirt is now on my wishlist because of how good you look in it! Happy I came across this site! :)

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    1. Awww, thanks Aubrey! I'm glad the review was helpful. Thanks so much for stopping by. (:

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