Anthro - June

The other day I had an appointment in the Anthro area, so I popped in for a few to see what's new. The Paisley Method Trousers size 2 are rayon and quite comfortable. I am a size 2 or 4 in Anthro pants (or 28 in Pilcro jeans). These pants fit quite large though, but they are narrow in the calf area. I would like them, if I could get them to sit properly on my calves.

Paisley Method Trousers (similar here, here)

Next is a pair that reminds me of my North Face pants that are really old and need replacing by now. They are the Tessa Poplin Crops size 4 in 'black.' They are really comfortable and would be perfect for my walks on the trails this summer. The hoodie is the Dotted Riley Pullover size S and 'pink.' I am size XS or S in Anthro tops, so I would size down in this one. The colour is more orange than pink to me. The fabric is a nice thin slub cotton

 Dotted Riley Pullover (similar here, here)
Tessa Poplin Crops (similar here, here, here)
Skechers (similar here, here)

Lastly, Cambria Twill Pencil Skirt size 4 in 'navy.' Loved this skirt - colour, length, fit! It is high-waisted and the length is 24.75" (I am 5'6", for reference).

 Cambria Twill Pencil Skirt (similar here, here, here)

Stripe popover (similar here)

That was all I had time for at Anthro, but there are a lot more that caught my eye on the website and would love to try on:

Ruched porcelain blazer

Eyelet dress

Laceveiled pullover

Elsie army jacket

How about you? Have you been to Anthro lately? What is on your wishlist currently? Please share!

Hope you all had a restful weekend and are having a great beginning of the week!

 

 

 

 

J. Crew - June (III)

Last weekend I came across the Linen Cap Sleeve Dress at the local B&M and noticed it was a longer dress than what we've seen so far at JC. Naturally, I wanted to see how it fits. This dress is adorable. Made of linen and cotton, it is fully lined. There is also a crinoline of organza between the dress and the actual cotton lining, giving this skirt its fullness. There is a side zipper and two side pockets. The shoes are the Everly Suede Pumps in 'bluebird.' I am wearing size 8 1/2, or a half size larger than I normally wear. See the metallic version of these here.

Linen Cap Sleeve Dress (similar here, here, here)

Everly Suede Pumps (similar here, here, here, here)

Next is the Stripe Linen Tunic size 2. This is my normal size in these tops/tunics. Normally I wear size 4 in shirts. I have the thinner version of the Stripe Popover from last year and I have worn it a lot. This year's is a bit thicker and not at all see-through. I liked it quite a bit.

Stripe Linen Tunic (similar here)

Lastly, the Linen Beaded Sweater size XS. This is one size smaller than I normally wear in JC sweaters. The sweater has a substantial weight to it due to the rows of beads sewn onto it.

 

Linen Beaded Sweater (similar here, here)

That's all for now. I was told our local store will have new arrivals on the floor on Monday morning. Hopefully I can find some time next week to go check them out.

The 'vacation' sale continues at JC through tomorrow night. Select items are 40% off, prices as marked. B&M stores are also offering 30% off their sale stock. Some of my favourites are:

Button-front dress in linen

Silk-trim maxi dress

Linen island tee 

Eyelet dot tank (IRL photo here)

Graphic eyelet tee (IRL photo here)

Embroidered gauze top (photos here)

Perfect shirt in cross-hatch linen (IRL photo here)

Linen Tippi whale sweater (IRL photo here)

Will you be getting anything this sale? Please share!

Have a great weekend, everyone!

Casual Dots

This is how I wore the Cafe Capris in Polka Dot earlier today. It's mid-June, but still cool enough for my wool sweaters.

Collared Eyelet Tee (similar here, here, here)

Bookshop Cardigan (similar here, here, here)

Cafe Capri in Dot (similar here, here, here)

Sidewalk Skimmers in Suede (similar here, here, here)

Margate Satchel (similar here, here, here)

Heartpoint Memento Charm (similar here, here, here)

Lucky Day Memento Charm (similar here, here, here)

J. Crew is currently offering 40% off vacation wear, prices as marked, through June 16. See some of my most recent reviews here, here and here.

J. Crew Factory is also offering a 30% off sale items with code SPREE through June 15. You can check out my most recent Factory reviews are here and here.

Have a great end of the week, everyone!

Gap - June

This past weekend CC and I met up and hit the Gap (as well as JC). All the summer stock is out, and there are lots to choose from. It was hard to pick favourites, but I managed to narrow them down to a few for this post. First, the Novelty Knit Sweater size S in 'bright mandarin' and 'blue galaxy.' There is also a white one as well. The sweater is all cotton and machine washable and looks more orange than the top photo suggests. The pants are the Modern Boot Pants size 4. See below for more on these.

Novelty Knit Sweater (similar here, here, here)
 Modern Boot Pants 

The knit of the sweater is very pretty and here's a close-up of it:

Side view of the Modern Boot Pants. I am wearing size 4 'ankle' length. They are short on me at 5'6", even in flats. I would go for 'regular' which are 2.5 inches longer, or 'long', 2 inches longer than regular. Usually I wear a 34" inseam with heels. They are all cotton and machine washable as well.

 Modern Boot Pants (similar here, here, here)

Slub Pocket Pullover size S is a cotton and rayon mix and fits large. This colour is called 'motorcross khaki,' but it comes in 8 others, if you are interested. In general, I stay away from V-necks as I don't think they are flattering on me. I prefer boatnecks for myself. The Striped Boyfriend Roll-Up Shorts are size 2 and I prefer them not rolled up so they fit more like bermudas. They are well made, of cotton, and they come in a blue stripe as well. The stripes line up at the side seam.

 Slub Pocket Pullover (similar here, here, here)

Striped Boyfriend Roll-Up Shorts (similar here, here)
Cork Crisscross Wedges

The same  Striped Boyfriend Roll-Up Shorts in size 4, this time worn with a white 1969 Denim Jacket size S.

1969 Denim Jacket (similar here, here, here)

 Striped Boyfriend Roll-Up Shorts 

 Cork Crisscross Wedges

The Cork Crisscross Wedges are size 8, my regular shoe size. They look great in real life and their real colour is closer to the one in the top photo. They are comfortable to walk in and the straps don't cut into my skin. The platform is padded and lined with fabric.

 

Cork Crisscross Wedges (similar here, here, here, here)

 

That's about it for now. What do you think of the summer stock at the Gap? Please share!

Thanks for coming by, and have a great Wednesday, everyone!

Banana Republic New Arrivals Picks

The Banana republic new stock appeared on the website and somehow I missed when it happened. It was instant like when I saw the Cotton-Silk Pleat Front Shirt. Like the name says, it is cotton (67%) and silk (33%). It also comes in a colour called 'sunset glow orange.'

Cotton-Silk Pleat Front Shirt (similar here)

Non-Iron Green Stripe Shirt is mostly cotton with a hint of stretch.  Love the thin green stripes and the sharp collar on this.

Non-Iron Green Stripe Shirt

Rugby-Stripe Blazer is all cotton and looks great paired with very light coloured bottoms.  I would also wear a pair of green pants or a green skirt (such as the Eyelet Pencil Skirt) with this blazer.

Rugby-Stripe Blazer (similar here)

A very casual summer jacket is the Convertible Anorak. The photo shows the neutral 'olive' version, but there is also a bright colour called 'bird of paradise.'

Convertible Anorak (similar here, here)

Cute Striped Ponte Mini Skirt. It seems a bit short on the model, but she is 5'11," so plenty long for me.

Striped Ponte Mini Skirt (similar here)

The Pleat-Front Shorts in linen (58%) and cotton (41%) and 5 different colours:

 Pleat-Front Short (similar here, here, here)

I believe the Black Tie-Front Patio Dress is not exactly a new arrival, but I missed it last month. It is mostly rayon, so should be nice and light for the summer.

Black Tie-Front Patio Dress (similar here, here, here)

These are my favourites. Did you check out BR? What did you think?

Thanks for coming by my blog and have a great Tuesday, everyone!