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Sorry I’ve been such a slacker about posting recently, but I’m going to make up for it in this lengthy-ish post.  Time for my latest roundup of Anthropologie reviews, pictures and wants! 

These two I put on my wishlist in my last Anthropologie post, but I tried them on a few days later and they came off when I actually had the chance to see them in person:

Postmodernism Top – $39.95 (on sale from $78.00)

I really liked the asymetrical lace detailing on this top, but the material is super thin.  This thing is clearly only meant for summer weather.  Also the cut is a little flared towards the bottom, which isn’t particularly figure flattering to me.  However, it is on sale now, so if you like it, now’s your chance to grab it.

Flowers & Thyme Dress – $188

This dress is still uber-cute, but the cotton is a little stiffer and more structured than I expected.  As a result it’s not particularly friendly to curvy girls — plan on sizing up a size or two if you need to accommodate a generous chest or butt.  I didn’t find it particularly comfortable to wear either way, but if you are built straight-up-and-down, I think it could work well for you.

Lost-in-Thought Jacket - $68

This is such a comfy, cozy hoodie.  I love the exaggerated ruffle on the collar and the ribbon pull-ties.  It supririsngly coordinated so well with my Erin Featherston bunny tee that I was wearing at the time that I was tempted to buy it on the spot, but I remembered there was another hoodie I was even more interested in, the Dressed-Up Hoodie ($78 ).  It is similar, but has even more ruffles and crochet ties, though it disappointingly doesn’t come in the same blue color.  I think I’ll hold off on buying until I see them both.

Buttonblossom Dress – $188

This is such a cute, sweet little spring/summer dress (not sure why Anthro has to persist in putting out un-seasonal clothing).  The explosion on buttons on the front looks very cool.  It has elastic/ruching on the back, meaning that you can probably size down from your usual size if you have a big bust.  I usually wear a 6-8 in dresses with a side zip, but I easily fit into a 4.

Clean Slate Sweater Dress - $158

I mentioned it in a previous post, but I love this dress.  It is super soft, very flattering, and has beautiful crochet dealing at the neckline and the hem.  The fit is very understanding since it cinches with a satin sash — I’m wearing a S here and it feels perfect.  This could easily be a go-to winter dress for me.

Deep Sleep Kimono Sweater - $129.95 (on sale from $248 )

This sweater is beautiful with it’s all-over embroidery detail, and overall very cozy, but I dunno, it made me feel a little…old?  I’m not sure — for some reason, I decided I couldn’t keep this, but that’s not to say that it’s not a very nice piece.

Detour Dress - $148

This dress is so springy and cute.  The cobalt color is fantastic, and I love the detail on the fabric and the sweet row of buttons.  However, the operative word here is “springy” — Anthro, it is freezing outside!  This may be perfect for a far-off sunny picnic, but right now there is no way I can motivate myself to buy this dress.

Also, two new arrivals that I don’t think have made their way to the website yet:

This is another inappropriately-springy dress, but I adore it’s ’90s-floral print and the way the lace at the top is blindingly white and contrasts so nicely with the pattern below.  Definitely need to size up if you have hips/thighs — I’m wearing a S/P here, but definitely need a medium, it was hugging my lower body a little too tight for comfort.  I don’t know the name of the dress, but it’s by Fei and costs around $138.

How perfect is the scalloped lace trim on the side of this blouse?  I believe I *need* it for spring.  (ETA: These are the Window Shades blouse ($58) and the Creeping Zinnia Dress ($138))

I of course have a whole other mess of wishes and wants from the new arrivals section of the website, but this post is long enough for now…stay tuned for part two though :)