Mompos Matchy Match Monday and a Bee! With Anthro Sister Love and Respect!

Mompos Dress - Plenty by T Reese - Anthro $228 - Mar 2011
Anadyomene Cardi in Ivory - by Rosie Neira - Anthro Orig $88 - Apr 2011
Factory Leather Belt in Orchid Shadow - by J Crew - Factory Orig $24.50 Sale $14.50 - Apr 2011
Semaphores Necklace - by Cursive handmade in USA - Anthro Orig $48 Sale $20 - Apr 2011
Bejeweled Bee Ring - by Kenneth Lane - Anthro Orig $105 Sale $70 - July 2009

Welcome to Mompos Monday!  You can bet I will be wearing Anthro's Mompos Dress until you Gals yell Uncle.  If you get sick of seeing me in it, just say the magic word.  I originally wasn't planning to wear the Mompos today.  BTW, Mompos is in the country of Colombia.  Spelled with two O's.  You had to be there. It was a misunderstanding that was respectfully cleared up.

Mompos Dress - Plenty by T Reese - Anthro $228 - Mar 2011
Anadyomene Cardi in Ivory - by Rosie Neira - Anthro Orig $88 - Apr 2011
Factory Leather Belt in Orchid Shadow - by J Crew - Factory Orig $24.50 Sale $14.50 - Apr 2011
Pear Print Beach Bag in Dandelion - Orla Kiely SS09 - Orla Kiely $196 - Feb 2009
Rachael Sandal in Yellow - by Frye - Amazon $170 - July 2008
Semaphores Necklace - by Cursive handmade in USA - Anthro Orig $48 Sale $20 - Apr 2011
Bejeweled Bee Ring - by Kenneth Lane - Anthro Orig $105 Sale $70 - July 2009

The Pigment and Canvas Dress by Nathalie Lete was laid out and ready to go.  When I put it on, I couldn't zip it up. It seems half the Dresses in my Closet are either too large, or too small.  What's a girl to do, but buy more.  I can't decide if I should sell a few to make closet space for new dresses, or keep them since my weight is fluctuating.  A couple of these dresses would be difficult to part with.  For example: Anthro's Sweet Tangelo Dress, and the Unfurling Fronds Dress, both by Leifsdottir are too big.  Then there is my Babergh Dress, now too small. Sniff! 

Shop the Mompos Dress HERE

Read my Review HERE
Read Kim of Anthroholic Review HERE
Read Dea of The Dea Diaries Review HERE

I sprang for Anthro's Anadyomene Cardi, in Ivory by Rosie Neira, at full price. Venus Anadyomene "Venus Rising From the Sea" was one of the iconic representations of Aphrodite.  The color, length, and simple but interesting detailing will make this piece versatile.  That alone justifies the purchase. I meant to take a photo of the shoulder.  The neckline detail extends over the right shoulder, but not the left.  Initially I thought the extended piece looked out of place, and I had received a defective Cardi. The online Product Photo proved otherwise. I have since grown to like the unique bit of stray interest that extends a few inches down the back.  The knit is soft and has stretch. I sized up from my normal size Small to a Medium. Snaps were included between the top buttons to prevent gap.

 Shop the Anadyomene Cardi HERE

I belted over the Cardi with J Crew's Factory Leather Belt in Orchid Shadow. I thought about using a Yellow belt.  But that would have added to the already Yellow Matchy-ness of the outfit.

Shop J Crew's Factory Belt HERE

Mompos Dress - Plenty by T Reese - Anthro $228 - Mar 2011
Pear Print Beach Bag in Dandelion - Orla Kiely SS09 - Orla Kiely $196 - Feb 2009
Rachael Sandal in Yellow - by Frye - Amazon $170 - July 2008

Signs of Spring, call for a Spring OK handbag. Meet the Pear Print Beach Bag in Dandelion by Orla Kiely. 

In keeping with the today's Matchy Match theme even more Yellow with Frye's Rachael Sandals. 

Shop Similar Frye Sandals in Yellow HERE

I fell head over wedges in love when I saw these on Zappos. 



Dierdre X-Stitch by Frye - at Zappos - $158



I ordered them right away.  I've returned 2 pairs of Navy shoes this month. These were too narrow for the wide front of my foot.  Perfect everywhere else. My quest continues.

Shop Dierdre X-Stitch by Frye HERE - In 6 fabulous colors



Bejeweled Bee Ring - by Kenneth Lane - Anthro Orig $105 Sale $70 - July 2009



And now for even more Matchy Match. The Bejeweled Bee Ring by Kenneth Lane.  I think my Bee Ring wants to meet Kristin's Bee Pin on Lovely Apidea.

Shop my Bee Ring by Kenneth Lane HERE





To distract from my Matchy Match, I went with Anthro's Semaphores Necklace by Cursive.  A cute, cheap, but interesting little thing, that shines with unique Anthro-osity.

Shop the Semaphores Necklace HERE

I received a scolding and a threat to stop reading, from a Regular Reader. All that for making a choice I consider my prerogative. This was in reference to my email to Anthro regarding skewed review votes. Oddly enough this was the first comment this Reader ever made on my blog. Why is it she felt now was the time to be negative, when not once in the past did she ever offer a positive comment?  Where has human decency gone?

I know this isn't common standard among the Anthro Community. I certainly would not choose to blog if it were. As a Blogger and a Reader I appreciate the helpful reviews and information I am privy to.  Thank You's are fantastic, but I don't expect them. However I do expect consideration for my personal choices, as much as I consider others. Debating those choices is always open for discussion in a friendly and respectful manner.

I got your back!

And that's the Bees Knees! 

Happy Mompos Monday to all my Lovely Readers.  Don't be strangers. Your point of view is appreciated. Please feel free to comment with Anthro Sister Love and Respect, 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