Anthro's Gunilla Dress by McGinn! Polyester Love!

I am meeting a Reader for lunch today.  Karen was the runner up with her submission of Petrified Wood for the Inspiration That Rocks Series.  I'm excited to meet her, and give her a Snowflake Necklace.  Also, a little nervous.  Is that crazy?  I might be overdressed too. 


Gunilla Dress - by McGinn - Anthro Orig $258 2nd Cut $70 - March 2011
Sulky Belt in Blue - Anthro Orig $48 Sale $30 - March 2011
Ribbed Waist Cotton Cardi in Ochre - by Gap - Orig $50 Sale $40 - March 2011
Preserved Gypsophila Necklace - by De Jarnette of New Orleans - March 2011

I've had Anthro's GUNILLA DRESS by McGinn for a few weeks.  I've been so busy with the Inspiration That Rocks Series and Reviews that I haven't posted an OOTD with this dress. I picked it up on Pop Back, at the 2nd cut price of $70. Who sells a dress for $258 that's 100% Polyester?  Anthro!  Despite the dreaded fabric, I'm in love with this dress.  Too bad I forgot to take a photo of the back.  The bodice has an over jacket that buttons up the back.  So cute!  The dress itself is super comfortable.  I think I can come up with several different ways to style this into Spring. 

And I love the PRESERVED GYPSOPHILA NECKLACE by DeJarnette of New Orleans with the dress. Although it's tough to see the necklace in my photos.

Shop the Gunilla Dress for Pop Backs HERE
Shop the Gunilla in Size 4 on eBay HERE, Size 4, 6 and 10 HERE, Size 4 and 6 HERE

Shop the Preserved Gypsophila Necklace HERE

Necklace Reviewed HERE



Gunilla Dress - by McGinn - Anthro Orig $258 2nd Cut $70 - March 2011
Sulky Belt in Blue - Anthro Orig $48 Sale $30 - March 2011
Ribbed Waist Cotton Cardi in Ochre - by Gap - Orig $50 Sale $40 - March 2011
Opaque Tights in Turquoise - by Hue  - Anthro $12.50 - June 2008
Honor Guard Booties - by Messeca - Anthro $168 - Dec 2010
Preserved Gypsophila Necklace - by De Jarnette of New Orleans - March 2011

I ordered this RIBBED WAIST COTTON CARDI in Ochre from the Gap online.  I purchased 4 slightly different Cotton Blend Cardi's from the Gap is various colors for $140 total.  I'm considering a few more.  I wish they had Orange. 

Shop Gap's Cotton Cardi HERE

The waistline on the Gunilla Dress is an inch or two higher than I like.  To define my waist at a lower elevation (ha-ha) I belted the dress with Anthro's SULKY BELT in Blue.  I then pushed the Belt down, which also helps to flatten the very puffy pleats that start at the waist.  I suppose a photo minus the Cardi would have been helpful.  Sorry about that. 



Gunilla Dress - by McGinn - Anthro Orig $258 2nd Cut $70 - March 2011
Sulky Belt in Blue - Anthro Orig $48 Sale $30 - March 2011
Opaque Tights in Turquoise - by Hue  - Anthro $12.50 - June 2008
Honor Guard Booties - by Messeca - Anthro $168 - Dec 2010
Green Line Satchel in Ochre SS09 - by Orla Kiely - Orig $598 Sale $398 - July 2009

I adore Anthro's HONOR GUARD BOOTIES by Messica. I went with these to keep the look on the modern side for work.

I'm not hip on Orla Kiely's ALL LEATHER GREENLINE SATCHEL with this outfit. But for lack of time, I grabbed and ran with it. This is a Green, Disposable Bag.  What!  Just toss it in a landfill when your done using it.  What!  No metal parts to pollute.  Completely Biodegradable!  That's right!  No cotton lining, and no OK elastic key fob either. Who throws away a $600 handbag?  A Purse Snatcher?

Gunilla Dress - by McGinn - Anthro Orig $258 2nd Cut $70 - March 2011
Sulky Belt in Blue - Anthro Orig $48 Sale $30 - March 2011
Ribbed Waist Cotton Cardi in Ochre - by Gap - Orig $50 Sale $40 - March 2011
Opaque Tights in Turquoise - by Hue  - Anthro $12.50 - June 2008
Honor Guard Booties - by Messeca - Anthro $168 - Dec 2010
Green Line Satchel in Ochre SS09 - by Orla Kiely - Orig $598 Sale $398 - July 2009
Preserved Gypsophila Necklace - by De Jarnette of New Orleans - March 2011

It's been raining for several days straight.  Flooding is expected.  I had to unplug the drain in my backyard again.  Haven't used that drain in 4 years.  Now I've had to drain the yard twice in 4 months.  Our annual rainfall is nearing 190% of average. 

Spring is off to a good start! Did anyone pick up some Tuesday Sale goodies from Anthro?

I ordered Anthro's Winsor Knot Dress by Deletta from online...

Anthro's Winsor Knot Dress - by Deletta - Anthro Orig $138 Sale $70 - March 2011

Would love to here what you picked up....
Anthro Sister Love, Laura  (lauramartinsemail@yahoo.com)

A Red Tag Pinafore, a Snowscape, a Laptop, and a Sale Hangover!

In no particular order!

But first, the awesome and always fabulous Collette of "Statements In Fashion" is hosting a giveaway for a 50$ Forever 21 Gift Certificate.  Now is the time for me and possibly you to give Forever 21 a try.  Head over to Statements in Fashion HERE.

Ahhhhhh!  The Pinafore Pullover by Rosie Neira.  I got lucky on this one. 

The morning of my Birthday I sat down at my Laptop (which was still functioning-more about that later) and hit the Antho eCatalogs.  What did I find there?  Three Pinafore Pullovers (sold out at full price) available in Pop Back. I immediately sent a text to Heidi D. We both scored.



Pinafore Pullover - by Rosie Neira - Anthro Orig $168 Sale $100 Red Tag $75 - Dec 2010
Snowscape Tank - by Corey Lynn Calter - Anthro Orig $148 Sale $70 - Jan 2009
Honor Guard Booties - by Messeca - Anthro $168 - Dec 2010
Quilted Patent Iris Bag in Cream - by Orla Kiely AW10 - Yoox Orig $335 Sale $170 FS - Dec 2010

 But the most miraculous news is, the sweaters were not only on sale, but RED TAGGED.  Yippee!

A few weeks ago I saw Roxy of Effortless Anthropologie wearing the Pinafore Pullover in such a fabulous way that I had to have the sweater. It was then I started checking the catalog regularly for Pop Backs. Roxy had taken the Snowscape Tank and layered the Pinafore Pullover over it so only the neckline of the tank was visible.  The effect is almost seamless.  I love this tank, but have never been able to use it in a way that showed off the fabulous detail work on the neckline.  Thank you for the incredible idea Roxy.

Pinafore Pullover - by Rosie Neira - Anthro Orig $168 Sale $100 Red Tag $75 - Dec 2010

I weaved an Idra pin through the back to pull the sweater in a bit.  I could have used an XS in this sweater. 



Pinafore Pullover - by Rosie Neira - Anthro Orig $168 Sale $100 Red Tag $75 - Dec 2010
Snowscape Tank - by Corey Lynn Calter - Anthro Orig $148 Sale $70 - Jan 2009



Pinafore Pullover - by Rosie Neira - Anthro Orig $168 Sale $100 Red Tag $75 - Dec 2010
Snowscape Tank - by Corey Lynn Calter - Anthro Orig $148 Sale $70 - Jan 2009
Quilted Patent Iris Bag in Cream - by Orla Kiely AW10 - Yoox Orig $335 Sale $170 FS - Dec 2010
  

  As you can see the effect created by layering the Tank under the sweater is stunning.  No jewelry needed!  Unless you want to consider by new Orla Kiely Quilted Patent Iris Bag AW10 as jewelry.  A little Happy Birthday Present!  To me!  From me!



Honor Guard Booties - by Messeca - Anthro $168 - Dec 2010
Quilted Patent Iris Bag in Cream - by Orla Kiely AW10 - Yoox Orig $335 Sale $170 FS - Dec 2010

  I rounded this outfit up with Messeca's Honor Guard Booties available HERE.  But selling out fast.

Pinafore Pullover - by Rosie Neira - Anthro Orig $168 Sale $100 Red Tag $75 - Dec 2010
Snowscape Tank - by Corey Lynn Calter - Anthro Orig $148 Sale $70 - Jan 2009
Honor Guard Booties - by Messeca - Anthro $168 - Dec 2010
Quilted Patent Iris Bag in Cream - by Orla Kiely AW10 - Yoox Orig $335 Sale $170 FS - Dec 2010

I really hauled on the RED TAG Sale.  I'm not going to review these items now, but you can email me at lauramartinsemail@yahoo.com and ask me anything about these items. Here is the damage.

This entire Anthro Outfit.
Which Includes the Fisherman's Companion Sweatercoat which was cancelled online, but I was able to order from a store. The Attention To Detail Dress in Taupe available HERE. The Tapestry Tights. And the Berry Stitched Boots I already have. I am wearing the outfit with a different coat in the photo.

The Easy Keeper Skirt in Orange Motif along with the Piece-A-Plenty /Cardi (FULL PRICE) that I did not like on me at all.  The raglin sleeves were unflattering. So it will be returned.

I also picked up Anthro's Haviland Sweatercoat from 3 years ago.  This was my third attempt to win a bid for this sweatercoat on eBay over the last 2 years.  I used a sniping service free trial and won. Yippee!

The Cabled Pullover in Gold by Moth available in Pop Backs HERE. To go with the Easy Keeper Skirt in Black Motif available in Pop Backs HERE.   And hopefully I will love Miss Albrights Loose Reins Boots (sold out online- but available in stores) with this outfit.

The Blue Period Slip-ons by Everybody. Returned. Available HERE at full price.  I normally wear an 8 and ordered a 39. They were at least a half size too big.  Great quality and super comfortable, but a little granny looking for my taste.  Although I loved them with the Roadway Tights.

Roadway Tights - by Eloise - Anthro Orig $18 Sale $10 - Dec 2010
Blue Period Slip-Ons - by Everybody - Anthro $178 - Dec 2010

The Antique Row Cuff (25% off) looked like a big piece of poo to me.  So it is headed back today.

The From The Poles Jacket in Both Green and Purple. Both were a size Small, but the Green was huge.  So that will go back.

The Trickle Down Top in Green.  I loved it in Blue.

Miss Albrights Prized Rose Peep Toes were a huge disappointment.  TTS and comfortable, but the pair I received were poorly made.

And last but not least the Spruce Corset Belt.

Now for some disappointing news.  My Laptop is protesting over-use by refusing to start-up.  It is however under warranty, so on it's way to Texas today.  The timeline for repair is unknown.  My son's PC is located in his bedroom and not easy for me to get to.  So Posting and Commenting will be sporadic at best.  My iPhone needs to be updated, so it's very slow.

But I promise I will do my best.

Hope everyone is having a fabulous Holiday and finding some wonderful Anthro stuff. 

Anthro Sister Love, Laura (lauramartinsemail@yahoo.com