Anthro Reviews - Abstract Forest Skirt, Leifsdottir Sloping Skirt and Adalar Dress, Tile-Printed Pencil Skirt and Noon & Night Dress

Finally getting around to a few more 50% finds. Not really sure what I'm going to keep but at least I have fixed my "I don't have any winter skirts" problem. I do however have a new problem - Leifsdottir. Oh my. Every item is so unique and the quality is there (unlike some other brands). I wish they weren't so expensive - but at 50% it hurts way less.

Leifsdottir Sloping Skirt (size 6)

Looks super hot with socks and clogs, right? Luckily I wised up in the next photos and put heels on. I originally bought this in a 4 which was way too tight. The 6 is just right - I still don't understand how people take their normal size in Leifsdottir - I always find I have to size up at least one size. Anyway - this skirt is bright and beautiful and I love it. Prone to wrinkling but I don't even care. So glad I snagged this size on popback.

Abstract Forest Sweater Skirt (XS)

This was literally hiding under a shelf during the 50% off sale which was nice since I had ordered it and it had been cancelled. Super comfortable, right length, interesting pattern - slightly itchy. 

Tile-Quilted Pencil Skirt (size 2)

Thought I would take more pics of this because the last ones were of such poor quality. I think the skirt photographs better than it looks in real life. I would have snagged the mini version but I didn't like the colors as much. It is a bit of a show your lumps and bumps but the pattern is beautiful and the material is like sleeping in your favorite blankie.

Leifsdottir Adalar Dress (size 4)

Needs a major steaming. I didn't do a good job capturing the detail at the neck. There is something about this dress that is alluring - silk? Cool buckles at the cuffs? I think a belt would enhance the look. Still debating whether or not it makes me look like I'm trying too hard.

Noon & Night Dress (XS)

I think I needed more flash on this one. Was on the fence about this but it is so comfortable and classic and I actually needed an LBD so I think this will do just fine ;)

Still have a few more reviews... hacking through slowly.

Going through extra% off sale withdrawal.... maybe a martini will help...

Anthro Reviews - Hyacinth Afternoon Shift, Tsuru Blouse, Noon and Night Dress and Sea Whims Tunic

I had a few returns to make (including the Floriography blouse which was a disaster on my frame) and grabbed a few things for fun. The most insane part of my visit was rebuying the Embroidery Pattern Skirt. I have an illness for that thing. I decided to bring it home again and style it completely differently to see if I like it. I just can't resist a well made silk skirt for $39.95!

Tsuru Blouse (size 2 and 0 respectively) $118.00

I truly love this blouse. The waist band does great things for the bod and the low cut front is just low enough to be sexy without being too revealing. Usually I can size down in Maeve but the 0 was too tight on my waist. Even the 2 was snug but I liked it. Depending on what you were wearing it with you might even want to size up so the band goes over the top of whatever you are wearing. The color is lovely and the material is gorgeous. 

Hyancinth Afternoon Shift (size 2) $69.95

It's hard to tell in my rotten pictures, but the shape of this dress is very flattering. Extremely form-fitting in the best of all ways. The print feels a little retro to me - perhaps even a little 80's but the interesting neckline keeps it from looking old. The size 2 felt good except for the bustline. I would definitely size up to a 4 to give my boobs room to breathe. That being said, I am large busted for someone my size. The material has an interesting texture to it because of the linen and is thick enough to avoid wrinkling without being stiff and uncomfortable.

Noon and Night Dress (size small) $158.00

I would definitely want the size XS in this, I was just too lazy to go back out and get it. I can see why this dress has been very popular. The material is SOOO comfy and stretchy - delicious - and the shape is quite charming - a little Audrey Hepburn with a twist. I will say that the side view was atrocious. The waist seam sort of dips down in the back and it made me look like I was about 2 feet wide. The XS may have helped this. Comfy and classic - I think this could be in one's wardrobe for a long, long time.

Sea Whims Tunic (size 2) $39.95

Yikes. This did nothing for me. The shirt is a-line in shape which made it feel too big. I don't even think I could size down because the back felt just right/tight. I don't have much to say about this one.

Disappointing cuts in the sale this week. Hoping for some better ones next week. Loving the September catalog, including this skirt HERE