Anthropologie Fitting Room Reviews-Early May 2013

I was recently able to visit a few Anthropologie stores and spent some time in the fitting rooms trying on some of the latest and greatest!  Here's some reviews!

Swizzle Stripe Tunic-Red motif

$98

I tried this cute top on in the red colorway, but liked both.  I think I may actually prefer the black colorway simply because it has more pairing possibilities though.  I tried it on in an X-Small and it fit great.  This is definitely not a fitted top as it has a tie at the drop waist length.  Everything above that dropped waist is a bit billowy by design.  I found the length to be perfect and think it would be great for dressing up or down with jewelry.  Wish listed in the black motif.

Adella Cardigan-Orange motif

$88

I really loved the color of this cute, lightweight cardigan.  I tried it on in an X-Small and it fit well.  It has a great twist detail on the back, giving it a little something extra special.  You could only wear this in the spring/summer/fall months as it definitely won't provide much warmth in winter.  I do worry a bit about the possibility of it snagging easily because it is so thin, so that's something to be careful about.  Wish listed.

Embroidered Aureolin Tunic

$98

I tried this top on in a size 0 and it was an ok fit.  I think the size 2 may have been too tentish so I'd probably stick with this size.  I liked the bright, sunny yellow color and the cute embroidery, but the sleeves were a little odd.  They almost look a little too small for the shirt in my opinion.  I would probably wear a cardi with this top if I got it because of the weird length and wide arm holes.  The little circles across the top of the shirt are actual pieces of fabric cut in circles and are pretty delicate.  It's a bit of an arts and crafts top in that regard.  Overall I wasn't in love with this one and can easily pass for now.

Fontes Blouse-Orange motif

$88

I really wanted to try this top on in the pink motif but they didn't have my size so I went ahead and tried on this one instead.  I tried this on in an X-Small and the fit was great.  The length was perfect and the shirt itself was well made (made of silk).  I didn't mind the print of the one I tried on but really would like to add the pink motif to my closet at some point.  It just speaks to me more.  Wish listed in the Pink motif.

Flower District Cardigan

$128

I really love this cute cardigan and think it would be so cute paired with the Bottlegreen dress I am wearing to my brother's wedding.  I tried it on in an X-Small and think I would need to size up to a size Small for a bit of extra length.  It also felt a bit tight through the shoulders so sizing up would help in that regard.  I really love the details and the colors of this cardigan, but not enough to pull the trigger at full price.  I'll be waiting for sale on this one.  Wish listed for sale!

Fieldbloom Peasant Blouse-Yellow motif

$88

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Braided Twill Trousers- Light Grey motif
 (Green motif in a review below)

$88

This top comes in this yellow color, cream and black.  I grabbed the yellow but as soon as I put it on I knew it wasn't for me.  The color just doesn't go well with my skin tone and hair color.  It looks pretty yellow in the picture but had some green undertones in real life.  My best friend tried it on and she is also blonde and it looked great one her, so it just depends I guess!  I tried it on in a size 0 and the fit was good.  It's uniquely made with the laser cutting to give it a cool design and texture.  I wouldn't mind trying this on in the cream or black if I got the chance to see if I liked it either of those better.  The yellow is definitely a pass though.

I first saw these pants hanging in the store (never noticed them online) and thought they could be a great "lazy day" alternative to jeans (while actually still looking put together).  I tried them on in a size 0 and they fit really well. They have that flattering skinny leg throughout but they flare out at the bottom ever so slightly, giving them a more relaxed look.  I took the plunge and ended up purchasing the grey motif but then opted to return them for the green motif after seeing those the next day (the first store we went to didn't have the green motif).  I love the army green color and think they'll be a great neutral in my closet.  See the green motif in reviews below.

Pattern Pop Tee-Grey and Mint motifs

$58

Here is the Green motif of the Braided Twill Trousers that I ended up bringing home with me also (size 0): 

This top has been on my wish list from the second it popped up online.  I love all the different print options!  When I tried it on I found the X-Small to be the best fit...the Small was definitely too big (very billowy).  Just for reference, in these pictures, I am wearing a size Small in the Mint motif and an X-Small in the Grey motif (polka dots).   If you are between sizes I would definitely suggest to size down.  I really love all four of the motifs and would love to have a few in my closet, but for now I decided to bring the Mint motif home with me.  Purchased!  The other three are wish listed.

Lingered Lace Top-Grey motif

$68

This top comes in several colors and even some stripes and is so darn cute!  I liked the ones that had the cream lace on the back best because you could wear a white shirt under it and it wouldn't stick out like a sore thumb under the lace.  I tried this on in an XS and it was a good fit, but was very long in the back on me.  If you're taller this top will look great on you!  I've seen two of my friends try this on who are both taller and they both looked fab in it.  Regretfully, I think this is a pass for now due to the length.  I may try another motif on at another time to see if they all fall this long.  

Bordered Karnali Cardigan-Red motif

$88

This sweater was love from the minute I saw it...it just looks like me I think!  I tried it on in an X-Small and that's what I would get.  It has a fun color combo and feels light-weight (but not too light that it's see-through or anything). It's great for spring, cool summer nights and into fall.  I'd even wear it in the winter with something heavier underneath.  I have grand plans for this cute cardi in my wardrobe.  Wish listed!

Raw Edge V-Neck-Red motif

$48

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Pilcro Stet Slim Printed Crop Jeans

$98

I tried this top on in an X-Small and it was a perfect fit.  This top comes in tons of colors so choosing only one was the real challenge!  I really liked the relaxed look of this top and think it will be perfect for the summer months in hot, humid Ohio.  I usually don't like V-neck tops on me that much but this one had a little bit of a higher neckline than most V-necks so it worked.   Purchased and wish listed in multiple colors.

Printed pants are something I haven't really explored much of yet (outside of polka dots) so I was excited to try these on.  The print is on a smaller scale and the colors are pretty neutral so it's not too overwhelming.  I tried these on in a 26 and 26 Petite and settled on the petite length (I got lucky as they were an online return...usually the stores don't carry petite lengths).  I really liked the fit and think they'll be pretty easy to mix and match.  They also came in another print (Ivory motif--with an ivory background and pink floral design) that were really cute.  This could be the start of seeing more patterned pants in my closet in the near future! Purchased and wish listing the Ivory motif.

Primary Cardigan

$128

Sorry for the terrible pairing here, but here's the cute Primary cardigan!  I really liked this cardi and think it's a fun, bold cardigan.  I tried it on in an X-Small and the fit was right on.  The colors are very 4th of July without being too in your face about it somehow.  I like the strong navy blue yarn work and think it's a great statement piece.  It was a little on the heavy side for a true summer sweater but not too bad.  Definitely not super light-weight.  Wish listed!

AG Stevie Roll-Up Jeans-Fresh Motif

$162

These jeans were a surprise to me...I usually don't like any sort of "boyfriend" looking jean on me because on my chicken legs/ankles they look ridiculous, but these jeans were FAB!  I tried them on in a size 25 and 26 and the size 26 was the best fit.  They are so comfortable and are the perfect shade of lighter blue, which is something I don't have in my closet!   It was hard for me to part with these cute jeans, but I left them behind.  I'm hoping to score them on sale if I can hold out.  Wish listed!

Terra Ikat Blouse
$128

I tried this top on in a size 0 or 2...I can't remember which...so sorry!  Regardless of the size, I think the same problem would be present...the length on the front.  It's clearly very short on my long torso.  This top has a fab print, and great, rich colors, and I really liked it on the hanger, but when I put it on it was all wrong.      The one thing I did like about it besides the print and colors was the fact that the tie waist actually did fall at the right spot on me.  The price point on this top is SUPER high so even if it worked for me I wouldn't pay full price.  I know it's silk but I say this one is way overpriced.  This one is a definite pass for me.

Ruched & Ruled Tee-Green motif
$48

I am loving all the striped shirts out right now and this was no exception.  I tried this on in an X-Small and a Small and the X-Small was the right fit (shown above).  The Small was baggy and unflattering.  After trying this top on once I thought it was just ok, but after trying it on a second time, I decided I actually really liked it.  It came in a few colorways but this one grabbed my attention the most, probably because I lack a lot of green in my closet.  The top itself wasn't too see-through and I loved the cute floral outline on the neckline and pocket.  I'll keep my eye on this one for a sale.  Wish listed.

Patched Rugby Pullover
$78

I tried this top on in an X-Small and the fit was fine.  I initially picked it up because it looks super comfy but in reality it was very lightweight and flimsy with no shape.  It was very underwhelming to say the least.  It felt more like a top I"d wear to bed than  top I'd wear out to run errands.  Needless to say this one was a pass.

Nubuck Gladiator Wedges-Mint motif
$148

These sandals are totally adorable and the perfect shade of mint.  Sadly, as you can see in the picture, they ran really big around my small ankle.  I tried these on in a size 8 (closest size they had to what I asked for...I usually wear an 8.5 or 9) and they actually fit decently.  I maybe would want to go to an 8.5 for a little extra length.  I have narrow feet and they fit my shape well so if you have wider feet they may not fit.  Even though I may have sized up to an 8.5, I fear that only would have caused the ankle strap to be even bigger on me.  This was a disappointment as I had planned on adding these to my closet at some point.  These are a pass for me, but if your ankle is just a bit bigger, they would be super cute on you! =)


See anything you like? I'd love to hear what you're loving at Anthro right now!