Y'all, obviously I have a problem. First off, this whole shopping ban thing is not working, at all. First, H&M, then Target? I need to just not step foot in these places for the next 20 days.
One of my besties says that sometimes you can't just quit your habit cold turkey. I feel better when I'm allowed just a little bit at a time. What helps me (besides going on random well priced collaboration binges?)? Window shopping.
The other day I let myself go into Anthropologie. I grabbed all of the things that have piqued my interest that fellow bloggers have been trying and buying and brought them to the fitting room to hang out for a while. I made it clear that no one would be going home with me that night. I made a few friends and distanced myself from others.
Okay, I'm ready for a well-timed sale 21 days from now, haha.
Scalloped Sailor Skirt, $88
First up is this really cute sailor skirt, which I immediately loved for its girly details and sailor vibe. Very me, and a perfect addition to my wardrobe. I don't have any denim skirts, and chambray is a perfect weight for the summers in Atlanta.
I grabbed a size 2 (I'm usually a straight 0 in bottoms) since it looked like it could be tight on the hanger. And I feel like I've gained random ell-bees in the tummy and def needed a two. I feel like on wider frames the scallops and button placement could be unflattering.
Also it goes perfectly with the color scheme I am leaning towards for spring/summer. I love how it pairs with this coral sweater I was wearing the day I tried it on!
Wright Dress, $168
I adore this! I thought it might be too childish or cutesy in person, but I think it has exactly the "Wright" amount of charm. Har har. I waited forever to finally cave and try this baby since I knew I would either love or hate it.
Strapless dresses are a struggle for me so usually I just avoid avoid avoid. It's either they squish the crap out of my underarms or my chest doesn't fill it up quite enough to keep it in place. This one is somehow magically constructed so that it works. I'm a 2 on top for most purposes, but fit a 0 in this comfortably.
I've been saving my pennies and might just splurge come April. Or maybe (fingers crossed) it will get marked down soon after. Love this! I think it would be perfect with many of my cardis and jackets.
Reed Shirtdress, $118
Yeah, yeah. I already have this in the solid navy. But when the blue plaid version came out, I really really wanted that one too! But every single time I try on a buffalo check plaid, this is how I feel. It's just so, so not me. The fit is the same as on the solid, but why oh why does the majority of plaid make me feel like such a doofus? Maybe the conservative business environment has been deeply drilled into me. I'm happy with my navy rendition.
Also the one I own is a 0 and this is a 2 I thought I'd try to fit my food babby. I think the 0 was better but it was fighting a little with my diaphragm. It's fitted in the waist and chest and free in the hips.
It works for and looks great on these lovely ladies: Rosa, Dea, Anjali, Kim, and Vanessa.
Free Flow Tank, $78
I had to try this on after seeing it being styled in so many amazing ways! I still think it is adorable, but the color totally washes me out. I would have happily purchased it in coral or a jewel tone. I wasn't as wowed by the navy version (and navy is my jam!). I was also surprised that it was a pull-on top. The back is jersey which makes it extra comfortable to wear. I would consider getting this if Anthro happened to pull in more color options. Which is entirely possible.
Also I don't love it on its own. I feel like it's doing crazy things on my bosomas. But since this would probably be worn layered with a cardi or blazer, I am still going to hold out. Coral, teal, or raspberry.
I'm wearing a XS here.
So did this stave off some anxiety from not hitting the shops? Yes, a bit. Can't wait to zoom around in the planes dress this summer when it is in my grubby little hands!
