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Finally, here is my last set of Anthropologie reviews. Just in time as I’m sure July items are coming soon!

~ Lilka Embroidered Allete Jumpsuit, Small ~

You can count on me to try on the jumpsuits and rompers. You never know when you just might like one. One thing I’ve noticed in most of the rompers and jumpsuits I’ve tried is the opening to get into it is not very big. The J Crew Jumpsuit I have has a zipper but this one just has a small button at the back of the neck. It was a little bit of a wiggle to get this on. Once I did, I think it fit fine. There’s a cinch tie at the waist and the embroidery ensures you don’t have to figure out what type of jewelry to add to it. 
 

The length seems to hit me just where it does on the model.

~ Elevenses Papillion Romper, Small ~
This next romper has no button or zipper to help with the ease of stepping into it. The fit is a little snug as well, riding up in the front and back. Because of both of these issues I would get a Medium in this. That size would help with the drape at the torso, since there’s a cinch belt. 
 
Personally, I am not a fan of the criss-cross open back. 

~ Elevenses Button-Line Shorts, size 10 ~

There was no size 8 to try on but I really liked the fit through the hips of the size 10. They did feel a little saggy in front and back so I don’t know if the size 8 would really work. I think it might pull across the hips. The buttons are workable but really for show since there is a side-zip on the shorts. That’s really good because trying to mess with all those buttons would be a hassle.
 

There’s also a cute little tie at the side of the shorts.

~ Maeve Swirled Snail Skirt, Small ~

This skirt is so cute. The waist is elastic which helped me fit into a Small instead of my normal Medium. I can usually tell by the cut and style of a item made by Maeve what my size is for that brand. I think this would be a really fun skirt for the office in the Summer. It has pockets and doesn’t flare out too much from the pleating. 
 

I’m curious. Have you joined this Summer’s trend and bought a romper or jumpsuit?

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I have one or two more posts from my Anthropologie try-ons. Several items I’ve reviewed are now on sale.

~ Level 99 Chambray Wide-Leg Pants, size 29 ~
~ HD in Paris Cabana Peplum Tank, Green, Large ~

I originally thought that a Large in the Cabana Peplum Tank would fit a little better than the Medium, which was very body-hugging but I was completely wrong. The large just hangs on me and is very loose everywhere. I would definitely stick with the Medium in this top, so I will confirm it is true-to-size. I like the green but the red is my preference. 
 

These Chambray Wide-Leg Pants are so comfortable. I am wearing a size 29 and the fit is perfect. I think they will stretch just a little so I would not size up to a 30. The length is way too long for me, even to hem it. That would mess with the flow of the leg. The Petite, probably Petite 30, will be the better size for me. It will still need to be hemmed, I’m sure but the flow of the pant down the leg will look nicer. Sadly, all of the Petite sizes are sold through. I guess there is just too much fabric on the regular size.

 

Here are the sale items I’ve reviewed.
Embroidered Lace Tee
Shadow Pane Tank, Cornflower Tiered Top, Printset Tee
Mitered Stripe Peplum Top

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The Cityscape Peplum Top was hiding from me, folded in half on a table near some dresses. I almost missed it but my PS was looking out for me and made sure I added it to my fitting room. I love the print, very artsy. The material is a cotton-blend. The Medium was a great fit with just enough wiggle room.

The peplum isn’t too “peppy” and flared out. The length does seem a little on the longer side though, as it hits below my hips.

I need a pair of pants to try on with some of the tops I grabbed and found the Hammer Pants Cropped Tulip Trousers. When I first put these on all I heard in my head was “Can’t Touch This”. Luckily the fitting room was too small to Hammer-dance in. The size 8 was perfect. These really are cropped on me and I loved the drape of the tulip-style.

When you walk you’ll show a hint of leg. If I was shopping for a trip I would absolutely get these. They would be great for a night out.

I did buy the Cityscape Peplum Top and have already worn it, a great sign that I made a good purchase. It really pops against white bottoms. 

Today is the last day for Anthropologie’s 20% off Shirts and Shorts promo. I have reviews here, here, here and here of the various tops I’ve tried on.

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Anthropologie is currently offering 20% off Shirts and Shorts right now. See these posts, here and here, for some shirt reviews. Before I get back to more Anthropologie reviews I wanted to share some dresses I found a J Crew, while the 30% off SHOPNOW promo is running (through Saturday).

For reference, I am Medium/8/8 Petite in dresses.

~ Linen Halter Maxi Dress, White, Small ~
I had last year’s Linen Maxi Dress in Hammock Green and Black Chevron but only wore each of them once, maybe. The cotton lining seemed thick and made me hot when I wore the dress. I think the cotton lining of this dress is a little thinner. The lining is also shorter due to the side slits. I think that makes a huge different between the two dresses. Though it seems thinner and lighter in weight I don’t think the white is sheer at all. There is still plenty of coverage. 

I thought I would give the Small a chance before sizing to my normal Medium. This slipped right on over my head without any problems. There’s no pulling at the chest and there’s hip room as well. The pic above are without my wedges on, flat-footed. You can see the length is just at the floor. The wedges in the pics below raise the length some. A strapless or racer-back bra, with clear straps, will be needed for this dress. I think it’s worth it though. If it wasn’t for the next two dresses I would probably have bought this. It does come in Petite sizing so I am considering a Petite Medium. I’ll do an online chat to compare measurements between the two sizes if I decide to order it.

I loved this dress the moment I saw it online and knew I needed it. It showed as a pre-order online (still does) but there were already reviews from people who had tried it on in-store. I took a chance and went to my store and there it was. I love the flutter-sleeve and it is very flattering, covering my upper arms. The Small was a great fit, with no pulling across the chest and room in the waist and hips. 
The length hits just above the knee on me. I had considered ordering the Petite sizing but glad this was in-store since it would have been even shorter. I already know I’m going to wear my Ikat Isabelle Raffia Pumps with this dress! The Seville Wedge Espadrilles from last year in Citrus Lime look good with the dress too.

This is another dress that is currently “pre-order” online. I was about to order the Petite Medium online but there wasn’t information on the length for it or the Regular; only the Tall. I figured the Regular was an inch or two shorter than the Tall and the Petite and inch or two shorter than the Regular so I decided on the Regular. I ordered the “pre-order” dress in Navy in a Small. Then I found the White in store, which confirmed I ordered the right size. 
Though this is in S/M/L and not numeric sizing like it’s Shirt twin, I went with the Small since the shirt ran big. It’s a great fit and the length is at a fun length for me. I like that there is some shape from the armpit to the waist. It’s not straight up-and-down shift like the Linen Dip-Dye Dress is. 

The only issue I have is that the White is not lined. The slip I have is too long for it so I may have to resort to Spanx shorts for this dress. I will try to take a few pics outside in the Sun to see if there’s any see-through or sheerness to the dress but from the dressing room and opinions of a few SAs it doesn’t seem to be. Still, I want to be sure. Of course, anything other than nude undergarments will show through.

 
~ Chevron Striped Dress, size 10 ~
Another “pre-order” dress online but was available in-store. My store sold through the size 8 in this dress so I knew to go up instead of down to a 6. It does look like it fits well in the 10 from the front and side. It was nice to have it just a little loose and almost thought I could work with a size 10. 

But, the back has a criss-cross/wrap design and this is how I knew I would need my normal size 8/8 Petite. There’s too much gaping in the back. The material should lay flat against my back. I still love the dress as the fit-and-flare style is one of my favorites.

My store honored the “online only promo” of 30% off because I asked. I stated I would just order the dresses from online, which was also offering Free Shipping. I do not see why there are online-only promos, especially for items that they show as “Pre-Order” but are clearly sitting in stock in a store. They are also taking away from store sales by not offering or allowing the store to have the same promo. I understand that offering a promo on specific items takes up the time of the SA to tell a customer what is on promo. But, in the end they’ll make a sale for the store instead of losing one to online ordering.

I am very glad that my store will do this. I do still spend most of my shopping money at J Crew so it’s nice that they will recognize that I do. Also, I come prepared with the knowledge of what is on promo. I won’t ask to have a promo applied if I know it’s not part of the online promo.

Sorry for the rant, but I’m sure it’s especially frustrating for those of you who try to get a store to honor the promo and they won’t but you know people who have stores that will.

Anyway, go get these dresses!!! I would have paid full-price for the two I purchased and even the Linen Halter Maxi Dress. They clearly meet a need in my closet and fit my style.

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Continuing on with tops this morning…For reference, I wear a Medium/size 8 in tops (34C cup).

~ Tyhlo Checked Swing Top, Small ~

I know this top is supposed to be loose and swingy but I think I might have benefited from a Petite size. Even then, I think it would look too large on me. Someone with a taller, slimmer frame would look great in this top.

I think where the waist line hits and the pleats below it add too much bulk for me. I do like the Gingham and it was comfortable on.

The back is a little longer than the front. Tylho has two other items in Gingham right now: Open-Shoulder Top and Draped Gingham Tank.

~ Cameo Cross Contor Top, Medium ~

This was a return and my PS wanted me to try it on, since it was in my size. This is a crazy-looking top. Ruffles at the chest, asymmetrical hem, abstract pattern – There’s nothing it doesn’t have, including straps.

Right away, I knew this top wasn’t going to be for me. But it’s rare to see online exclusives returned to my store so I had to at least try it. The gathering at the chest wasn’t annoying like they it looked on the hanger. If you take that away, the shape is very A-line. I’m still not sold on the asymmetrical hemline but it seems to work.

The Medium fit very well and this was surprisingly comfortable on. The Poly Crepe material was somewhat soft against the skin. It’s definitely a statement piece and perfect for a date night or special night out. Slim cropped pants in black or white will be perfect with this top.

Though both are not for me, they are really great tops. I wanted to try a lot on during the Birthday event but also be very selective in what I was going to buy or consider buying.

What do you think of the Cross Contor Top? Would you wear it?

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