August 2014 – Page 4 – Life is Short…Buy the Shoes

audreybella / August 4, 2014 / Uncategorized

Anthropologie: Vegan Leather Fox Tee, Noyo Tee, Cartography Buttondown, Astoria Tank, Shawl Moto Jacket

I was trying to pass the time and days while my guys were still on vacation so I made plenty of window-shopping/try-on trips to the mall. Anthropologie, of course, is always a stop when I’m at the mall so I grabbed some full-price and sale items to try on.

~ Vegan Leather Fox Tee, Size 8 ~

This blouse made it to my wishlist when it showed up online. I was never able to try it on until it went to the sale section. There was a lone size 8 waiting for me on the rack. The vegan leather felt very comfortable and not stiff. The shirt is perforated all over so it could use a came underneath, depending on where you wear this. Overall, I ended up passing on it as it was a little to cutesy.

~ Noyo Tee, Small, Ivory, by Akemi + Kin ~

This looked really cute on the hanger but I knew it would be really full and blousey, even sizing down. It’s meant to be swingy and full but that a little much for me. I’d want to cover it up with a cardi and belt it. It’s probably meant more for those with a smaller chest than me.

~ Cartography Buttondown, Size 10, by Maeve ~

At the time, the size 6 & 8 were in the dressing room with other ladies. I can see why. Even with the size 10, I loved the fit, feel and the map print of this blouse. I originally thought it was a silk blend but turns out it’s made of rayon. I would size to a 6.

~ Astoria Tank, Medium, by Dolan ~

This looked interesting on the rack in the sale section but I wasn’t a fan once I tried it on. I would need to size to a Small for a better fit. The back is draped and open and would need a low-back bra. A pass for me but I’d love to try this brand again.

~ Shawl Moto Jacket, Medium, by Saturday/Sunday ~

Online reviews stated to size down in this jacket but the Medium fit me just fine. A Small would have been snug in the arms. Overall a pass for me.

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I have a few more pieces tomorrow, some dresses and jeans. It’s mid-Summer and Fall items are slowly arriving. I usually prefer Spring and Summer arrivals to Fall and Winter at Anthropologie. I just wear those items more.

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audreybella / August 3, 2014 / Uncategorized

Lucky Brand: Madeline Embroidered Tank, Hipster Bear Tank, Dazzling Embroidered Top, White Grommet Shirt, Lace Stripe Top

I can always find something I like at Lucky Brand. The modern hippie in me loves their tunics and boho/peasant blouses. I still have one from 2004/2005 that is tie-dye and embroidered at the neckline and hem. I love their graphics tees as well, especially the Men’s. The fabric on both feels like you’ve had it for years.

~ Madeline Embroidered Tank, Small ~

I liked the look of this on the hanger but not so much when I put it on. The embroidery is pretty and in Navy but overall I think it’s the rope halter tie that is the issue.

~ Hipster Bear Tank, Small {tee, Men’s tee} ~

I loved this tank. The Small fits well and it’s comfortable. To not look so “biker chic” I would probably throw on a blazer with the sleeves rolled up. The Men’s Tee has a graphic on the inside as well, so you could wear it inside-out if you wanted. Alas, the Women’s Tee and Tank do not come with this feature.

~ Dazzling Embroidered Top, Medium ~

The embroidered detail on this lovely blue top was so pretty but I couldn’t figure out what else to wear this with other than jeans and shorts. It deserves to be dressed up a little, don’t you think?

~ White Grommet Shirt, Small ~

I really liked the detail of this shirt as well as the fit but it is quite sheer. I was already wearing a nude bra and would have to find a different nude shade to go under it so it didn’t show through; or wear a cami under.

~ Lace Stripe Top, Small ~

There was no Medium in the store to try and other than the arms, I liked the fit of this tunic. I’m not sure if the Medium would run a little more voluminous through the waist. The Large was huge everywhere.

Another great thing I love about Lucky Brand is that almost everything is machine-washable. Cotton, linen or silk materials are what you’ll usually find the clothing made of. They always have great leather jackets and bags too.

Have you been shopping at Lucky lately?

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audreybella / August 2, 2014 / Uncategorized

Lucky Brand: Cotton Eyelet Short, Dylan Boyfriend Jean, Sienna Cigarette Boyfriend Jean

Just a few bottoms I tried on at Lucky. Their jeans never disappoint and I’ve even switched Husband over to them, and he’s very picky about what he wears.

~ Colored Eyelet Short, Size 29 ~

The bits of neon on these shorts drew me right to them and only one size left, in a 29. The fit is perfect and my normal bottom size of 29/8. Just a super-cute short but I’ve over-indulged in short purchases this Summer so it was a pass.

~ Dylan Boyfriend Jean, Size 28 ~

I size down to a 28/6 in Boyfriend Jeans. These were still a little loose through the waist and hips but sizing down one more would have been too tight. These also have a button-fly, not a zipper, which I normally love. A great jean overall, if you’re looking for a Boyfriend style.

~ Sienna Cigarette Boyfriend Jean, Size 28 ~

These were a much better fit than the Dylan. The feel of the denim was soft and very comfortable. I will probably unroll and have these hemmed for ankle length.

Have you visited Lucky Brand lately? What has caught your eye?

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audreybella / August 1, 2014 / Uncategorized

Que Bella: Capsule Remix Week 6

Here are a few outfits from my Week 6 Capsule Remix. I loved the Photo Floral Tap Shorts and the Zara Blouse. I honestly cannot stop wanting to wear this blouse. It goes with everything!

~ Linen Top, Zara ~

~ Tap Short in Photo Floral, J Crew ~

~ Seville Espadrille, J Crew ~

This outfit looked good in my Stylebook App but these shorts are a hot mess. They are super-neon which is fine but the fit, though the exact shape as the Photo Floral in the above pictures, was off. I think it was the material. These were a very thin cotton compared to the ones above. They rode up and rolled up on the legs and at the waist. I was adjusting them every time I got up.