Monday, May 2, 2011

I love America, and Anthropologie, and lots of other things.

While it seems quite inconsequential to spend time blogging about clothes on a day like this where there is so much of more importance to think about and be grateful for, I do have finals that I must procrastinate studying for, and this is one of the best ways I know how, so the blogging must go on!

So, lets just say that one of the ways we are showing our pride in our country today is by blogging about whatever the heck we want and wearing whatever the heck we want, because we can! God Bless America.

Now, staying on the theme of American pride, I will say that one of the most wonderful places you can find yourself in in this great country is the volcano-candle scented loveliness of Anthropologie. It's true. It is pretty. It is there to make us happy. I wish they would let me just move in there and sleep on one of their patchwork quilts. However, even a single dish towel purchased there will cost you $18. CRAZY. And while the fact that as a frugal girl I will never own the Blythe chair in Ruby Ikat is a hard pill to swallow, I assure you, that while it is difficult at times there is a kind of freedom that comes in knowing that you don't have buy cardigans that cost over $100 to be pretty.

Case in point: The Pom Flower Shift dress by Anthropologie. Price: $128

I love the big, bold flower print. It is just perfect. However, I did not even spend $128 on my wedding dress (yes, I'm serious), so no matter how pretty your shift dresses may be Anthro, I will not surrender!

Instead I found some big, bold flower prints of my own on a dress from ROSS for $8.99. It's true, I could have bought 14 of these dresses at ROSS for the price of one from Anthro.

 Dress: ROSS 8.99, Leggings: ROSS 4.99, Shoes: ROSS 7.99, Belt: Thrifted .99

I will now end my rant with an open letter to Anthropologie. It will be short.

Dear Anthropologie,

You are so pretty, and I love you. However, could you please remember that tablecloths for $78 are freaking crazy? This goes for headbands, t-shirts, and pillowcases too. Please keep this in mind for your fall collection.

Yours truly,

W.
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12 comments:

  1. Well, I'm currently procrastinating for my last final of my college career... so weird to say! good luck on yours!

    And yes, Anthropologie is great for inspiration!... but not so great for my bank account :)

    Great blog, I love style on a budget!

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  2. Hahaha, seriously, I love Anthro but all I own from them is some stationary and a frame! The dresses are SO expensive. Great for inspiration...and one day I might just spoil myself with a dress from there. :D

    Lidi @ Eclectic Flair

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  3. This post was perfect and while I've spent my fair share of time on anthro's website, it's good to be reminded that not everything needs to be expensive to be beautiful!! Good luck on finals... And then have the hubby take you out for some much needed and well deserved Indian food :)

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  4. seriously...i just can't justify buying anthro stuff full price----i'd rather save it for a down payment on a house or car! however, i still love their clothes so i've been able to find them for more affordable prices on ebay and amazon. i highly recommend that route!

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  5. I've only been to Anthropologie once or twice, and it's crazy expensive! The stuff they have there is beautiful, but it's not my style so I'm not tempted to buy it, hehe. Now if I can just say that about the Coach outlet near my house...

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  6. i hate to admit it but i've never set foot in an anthropologie, just drooled over everything online. they don't have one near here. but i'm okay with that. well...my wallet is.

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  7. i esp. loooove the first part of this post. you are so right. we are so blessed with so much freedom. thanks for writing that!

    and of course, love me some anthro!

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  8. I love the idea of Antro, but I've never been into the store nor purchased anything from them. I understand the idea of buying quality over quantity, but $80 for a tee shirt is outrageous.

    BTW, I love your dress. And I really love that you got it for under 10 bucks!

    Melanie@Unravelled Threads
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  10. I love your version a lot better!
    I agree with you though. I have no idea why that store is so expensive. Crazy.
    Expensive does not always mean better.

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  11. You can go ahead and sign my name to that Anthro letter. I agree with every word! :)

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  12. That dress is divine! I like how you found the same look for only 9 bucks! You never cease to amaze me with your thrifting skills!

    And lucky for you, if you really want that dress I am hosting an Anthropologie gift card giveaway on my blog that could help get you the actual dress :)

    Along Abbey Road

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