I got the cure for your Monday blues - Anthropologie fitting room reviews! Ha! I'm a poet and didn't know it. I tried on a ton of items this weekend, so I'm going to split the reviews into two posts. Today's post is all about tops, and tomorrow's will focus on dresses. So, let's get started shall we?
A Novel Tee ($68). How long has this top been on the website? Enquiring minds want to know. I am dying to know how long I've overlooked this cute little tee. It seems to have been purposely hiding from me. I wouldn't have seen it in the store if someone hadn't abondoned one on a random table. God bless that person for being too lazy to put the top back where it belonged! It was a size small, and I could tell by holding it up that it was too little for me. I couldn't find the other ones anywhere in the store, so I took the small back to the fitting room and asked the SA if they had it in a medium. She came back with a large, and what'd you know, it was a pefect fit! I adore this tee. I mean, how can you go wrong with it? It has ruffles and mother freaking birds on it! Twee to the extreme! I even love the neon orange color, and I'm not usually a fan of brights. Oh, and if all that wasn't enough, the haters will be proud of me for finally wearing my true size. Purchased.
Euclidean Top ($58). This little tank adds an interesting twist to the basic white tank top with its embroidery and sheer panels. I thought this would be a cute layering piece for Spring, so I took it into the fitting room with me. I tried on a size small and the fit was good, but it just didn't do anything for me. Also, it would require I wear a nude strapless bra, and I didn't feel this tank was worth the trouble. I think this would look awesome on someone with a little less junk in the front (if you know what I mean). Pass.
Pyracantha Blouse ($88). I was really digging this blouse, but Jerry thought the color washed me out a bit. I kinda see his point, but I still loved it. The cut outs on the shoulders are super cute as is the pretty floral print. I tried on a size 6, and it was a good fit. I didn't notice the sheerness factor until I saw this picture, but it's nothing a little cami couldn't fix. Wishlisted.
Field Biology Blouse ($88) with Micro-Striped Cardigan ($78). I saw this combo hanging together on a rack and couldn't resist. It was so "me." I tried it in a size 6 first, but the arm holes were a little big and the bottom was a little too poufy. The size I'm wearing in this picture is a 4, and it was a much better fit. I wish this blouse were a little longer, but I can live with it. I can see this going with many different things in my closet. However, it looks great on it's own too. The detail at the shoulders is to die for. It's a shame to cover it up with a cardigan, but this caridgan is just so darn cute and comfy. It's the perfect lightweight cardigan for Spring. I tried it in a size medium and loved it. Purchased both.
With Wings Tank ($68). I was intrigued by this top with its pretty little cape. I tried on a size small, and the fit was good. However, I kinda felt like a boho superhero in it. The cape detail was a little over the top for my taste. Pass.
Dieppe Top ($98). This was one of the few items that had caught my attention online, so I was very excited to try it on. I tried a size small, and although the fit was good, this is one of those tops that's not flattering on busty girls. From the front, it looks great, but the side view is a whole different story. My ample bosom (couldn't help myself, I just wanted to use that in a sentence) made the shirt hang away from my belly, making me look preggers. Not the look I was going for. Pass.
Tufted Dots Sweater ($78). This sweater is so not my style, but Jerry really wanted me to try it on. I think the artist in him liked the "tufts." Please pardon my lack of top underneath. By this point in the trying on process, I was tired and cranky and was throwing clothes on and off like a mad women. This is a size medium, and the fit was good, but I just wasn't feeling it. Pass.
Mystery Top ($58). I can't seem to find this one online. I was attracted to it for its comfort factor and effortless style. This is a size medium, and I really liked it, but I thought $58 was a little pricey for a glorified lounge top. I'll definitely consider this one when it goes on sale. Wishlisted.
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