tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-76008737900763637502024-02-07T02:36:20.098-05:00Dressing BettyFrom Sweatpants to Giving a Damn. Journeys in Shopping. Makeup. Decorating. Kids. Travel. Photography. Etc...Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.comBlogger75125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-10447751410616155812011-06-14T11:01:00.001-04:002011-06-14T11:01:00.043-04:00Anthropologie Reviews - Random StuffsJust a few things I tried on that didn't seem to fit with the other categories.<br />
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So here are four items that I really loved. Would purchase any one of them on sale. Short and sweet here (time has been such an issue lately - ugh) so the pictures will have to account for most of the reviewing. I really think that works best anyway. :)<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20567947&catId=CLOTHES-SWEATERS&pushId=CLOTHES-SWEATERS&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=372&color=015&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-SWEATERS-PULLOVERS&templateType=subCategory">Skewed Pullover</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2YGl_N2eFqQhgVh3nkQqGQ7GwmSmbgY-geL5ynRe4YSzkflZUL7V4NY4-J-kznFtdy8RfRLxhAIrn4a-eU4749p_t1XydaYA9lB7KOGzVKlUb9ObyFjrkB__ODV2YbXc29J322lp4Pwg/s1600/fitting+room+005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2YGl_N2eFqQhgVh3nkQqGQ7GwmSmbgY-geL5ynRe4YSzkflZUL7V4NY4-J-kznFtdy8RfRLxhAIrn4a-eU4749p_t1XydaYA9lB7KOGzVKlUb9ObyFjrkB__ODV2YbXc29J322lp4Pwg/s320/fitting+room+005.JPG" t8="true" width="216" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEDVEkymd5xEIPgjIT6SFHDWCTGKL2p5eqeeicqptlYoqnMLqmbZ-joYH9u3035VrkRy4Mj3EC_HY9Lkk_FYpOf8ajxMGwhdxH74BzABRt8UK7xJW66Q8ZEAW4_hpXY8XpnybWx0P5iKc/s1600/fitting+room+006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEDVEkymd5xEIPgjIT6SFHDWCTGKL2p5eqeeicqptlYoqnMLqmbZ-joYH9u3035VrkRy4Mj3EC_HY9Lkk_FYpOf8ajxMGwhdxH74BzABRt8UK7xJW66Q8ZEAW4_hpXY8XpnybWx0P5iKc/s320/fitting+room+006.JPG" t8="true" width="170" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Funky, quirky, great print. I just loved this. Not much more to say other than it fit TTS. I keep thinking about this one when I lay in bed at night. May have to bit even at full price ($88).</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?color=011&navAction=jump&id=20946232">Soft Shoulder Vest</a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgly5KcrNI1TG6j6hCmipwHRuxdHUJmHorYCgF7jFSecOuwgDaCGl_7N3b1pZ9yB7r1IuiVjJe9T7Ba35PaoTmB3SGa6Y5mg9_zQpRnMVUyWI6Z0CPUFhyphenhyphenJTQ2u79WtHNvTHxKK7C_SpZs/s1600/fitting+room+026.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgly5KcrNI1TG6j6hCmipwHRuxdHUJmHorYCgF7jFSecOuwgDaCGl_7N3b1pZ9yB7r1IuiVjJe9T7Ba35PaoTmB3SGa6Y5mg9_zQpRnMVUyWI6Z0CPUFhyphenhyphenJTQ2u79WtHNvTHxKK7C_SpZs/s320/fitting+room+026.JPG" t8="true" width="132" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmc2Sb099kJJFsYUVj8p_PDTxPUW5gydm8mCfqGH9hhdgZi0Tk31ontRhm3JGVfkt6_8qQjtYRS4IsWmPjPonx47oDWLZnaAUeZl4ziyOuv9QELUAuo3BQzbIdpFpWfgyaoVqxbbnW8p8/s1600/fitting+room+027.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmc2Sb099kJJFsYUVj8p_PDTxPUW5gydm8mCfqGH9hhdgZi0Tk31ontRhm3JGVfkt6_8qQjtYRS4IsWmPjPonx47oDWLZnaAUeZl4ziyOuv9QELUAuo3BQzbIdpFpWfgyaoVqxbbnW8p8/s320/fitting+room+027.JPG" t8="true" width="191" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Not sure what I'd actually wear this with but it was so cute. And soft. I loved the back. Would probably be a good topper for dresses and long sleeved tees in the fall.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20581666&catId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&pushId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=396&color=089&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS-LONG&templateType=subCategory">Fluttering Patchwork Skirt</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0mgABrl7WwQ16wmc8WoNd-jWa3c6eQpEBixEQHAhzpa-zlpbC5YAfevDR7K38GroOvwRvYbrWwiWOi371EheIHYZ0BzSMhqGGayQ7ZO1o6oY5_a508gh2Mw6JDSTy216tMV6B3smDikY/s1600/fitting+room+014.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0mgABrl7WwQ16wmc8WoNd-jWa3c6eQpEBixEQHAhzpa-zlpbC5YAfevDR7K38GroOvwRvYbrWwiWOi371EheIHYZ0BzSMhqGGayQ7ZO1o6oY5_a508gh2Mw6JDSTy216tMV6B3smDikY/s320/fitting+room+014.JPG" t8="true" width="116" /></a></div>In the catalog this is shown with a large stretchy belt and I can see why. The thin elastic waistband of this otherwise perfect silk skirt is it's downfall. It creates some weird bunching around the waist of anyone who doesn't have a perfectly flat tummy (and that's pretty much all of us, right?). Otherwise, the length was perfect, it was so flowy and feminine. I love the butterfly wing look print. With a stretchy belt and on sale (it is now $188 - ouch) I may reconsider.<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20401840&catId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&pushId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=396&color=008&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS-ALINE&templateType=subCategory">Lapel Skirt</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpGolNRI5YhmEqh4mdxW075yprbdEZzVF00pWXtgXsvQoxC65qdnl4ueI476jjSnky9BjY-gFtCgdb1XDWSWcAtyTYNFqcS3qD4XZJ31DY7lRc8gKpydg8FVOYzm1T4eUlHX4IgVrSue8/s1600/fitting+room+013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpGolNRI5YhmEqh4mdxW075yprbdEZzVF00pWXtgXsvQoxC65qdnl4ueI476jjSnky9BjY-gFtCgdb1XDWSWcAtyTYNFqcS3qD4XZJ31DY7lRc8gKpydg8FVOYzm1T4eUlHX4IgVrSue8/s320/fitting+room+013.JPG" t8="true" width="266" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe5ODP-2fTuKjz_8hO8BnOWznAMBKSZ1Dj8QpOk6wwTDAcXtc0oRh66pnBfJ6CQE5tCqY8ogZCw91cSVHg30TBRCeI_M7IjbDAQoCykhWMrHbfeVPbJIfsMYU6IDaTn966pTadRK0ISzU/s1600/fitting+room+014.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhe5ODP-2fTuKjz_8hO8BnOWznAMBKSZ1Dj8QpOk6wwTDAcXtc0oRh66pnBfJ6CQE5tCqY8ogZCw91cSVHg30TBRCeI_M7IjbDAQoCykhWMrHbfeVPbJIfsMYU6IDaTn966pTadRK0ISzU/s320/fitting+room+014.JPG" t8="true" width="174" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">This skirt actually came home with me but then went right back to the store. It is seriously very cute. The print is little orange and white apples. I love the folded down look of the waist. But I just felt it widened my hips a bit to much. And maybe the $88 price tag gave me buyer's remorse, I don't know, but I just felt I had to return it. My husband loved it though - oddly enough. Runs true to size and is made of a men's dress shirt quality cotton. If it goes on sale, it may come home again. </div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-55049602315631950642011-06-13T10:28:00.000-04:002011-06-13T10:28:21.895-04:00Anthropologie Reviews - DressesMore from last month. Tried on a ton of dresses but had trouble finding a good fit. Sorry for the crappy photos - used my son's cheapo point and shoot that has been dropped one too many times.<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20895611&catId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&pushId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=336&color=049&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&templateType=subCategory">Sky Stories Dress</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyw_CkRh1LEL5LCD1BxvurMhCdlIl_ePDQHeNnWX4FMsmSs2yyBaZbU34WCAKJmEl6Va6-Qw7s-o-LDuGvfJ3FiJet3XhfCq5Jdci0k2XlR0qSHIve1GgATmGlXws3rjrdBCF1LDJOlsU/s1600/fitting+room+015.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyw_CkRh1LEL5LCD1BxvurMhCdlIl_ePDQHeNnWX4FMsmSs2yyBaZbU34WCAKJmEl6Va6-Qw7s-o-LDuGvfJ3FiJet3XhfCq5Jdci0k2XlR0qSHIve1GgATmGlXws3rjrdBCF1LDJOlsU/s320/fitting+room+015.JPG" t8="true" width="164" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy1ZzxCYx-LEmt1XlCB6MPz_LUapuPLQ8D8d44LWaVHBsEsyMD_iw5ii-UGLQ4vQHPRx9iM62d7nyD7kJpH0magPGessvqfZGBpXF-u3eEeZ4dHZtvc_9AXKpu770OI16OvpVK9ueHxY8/s1600/fitting+room+017.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy1ZzxCYx-LEmt1XlCB6MPz_LUapuPLQ8D8d44LWaVHBsEsyMD_iw5ii-UGLQ4vQHPRx9iM62d7nyD7kJpH0magPGessvqfZGBpXF-u3eEeZ4dHZtvc_9AXKpu770OI16OvpVK9ueHxY8/s320/fitting+room+017.JPG" t8="true" width="139" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Isn't this dress just so cute on the model in the catalog? Well, I know why she is laying down in the pic, this dress does very weird things to the boobs. I'm going to blame the lack of support up top due to the tie in back and little backless section, but this did not work on me at all. I can't even imagine it on someone who actually has boobs. In fact, the entire bodice area fit very strange. I felt this was loose on but in the pics it looks like I'm straining the fabric. Very cute from the back though and a great length. So pretty on the hangar, but... And I don't think there is a bra made that you can wear with this other than pasties.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><u>The "I Have No Idea What This Dress Is" Dress</u></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiemgwDMR_nbOBRz6ffVLlgv5z_iUoUUyGDC57GeStJ3Utuu7JXqogiCxglYqKTiUwECPFWUTk4Co0KWt6H17l9UH6I9LnywOOZEPUj30wAYAscXo5lqDoiUWMipfzmwsQ81q9rc0mzME/s1600/fitting+room+020.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiemgwDMR_nbOBRz6ffVLlgv5z_iUoUUyGDC57GeStJ3Utuu7JXqogiCxglYqKTiUwECPFWUTk4Co0KWt6H17l9UH6I9LnywOOZEPUj30wAYAscXo5lqDoiUWMipfzmwsQ81q9rc0mzME/s320/fitting+room+020.JPG" t8="true" width="131" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyoJcaplgskcPb-VmptqZYT8d3kXEGpJDOgPMuiQyub2CNNEgoVNDqWhuGI_0dT0T9EcEGegV-MfQmr3Yl2TqVvOi-ENbd0XigMJ8RX6a2NNQqwERihFACrQgsNFMa_fsc26N5EuJArVc/s1600/fitting+room+021.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyoJcaplgskcPb-VmptqZYT8d3kXEGpJDOgPMuiQyub2CNNEgoVNDqWhuGI_0dT0T9EcEGegV-MfQmr3Yl2TqVvOi-ENbd0XigMJ8RX6a2NNQqwERihFACrQgsNFMa_fsc26N5EuJArVc/s320/fitting+room+021.JPG" t8="true" width="156" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I cannot lie, I love a maxi. This one has a simple shape that just works. I can't find it online so let's just call is The Hungry Caterpillar Dress. Doesn't it remind you of Eric Carle books?? Anyway, this one fit like a dream. Not much to say, it's a basic maxi in a great smooth fabric and funky print. Loved it but didn't bite that day. May go back and see if it is still there though. Fit was TTS. I'm 5'6 and the dress just hit the floor.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=21387675&catId=CLOTHES-DRESSES-LONG&pushId=CLOTHES-DRESSES-LONG&popId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&navAction=middle&navCount=72&color=049&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=D">Mementos Maxi Dress</a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3_phpRigvxHKfqesUUHKkFzUz5jwEt05d4fWyG3f1xqw6TfoQTdAdMTwpSgdQciDBPAdmqSjM2ckeHuPH99fFz56OO3a-Ru1PcNEcUlAwA8WtRVKFMEXiJ2ikMAgaNrIsJ6A7OymrrOg/s1600/fitting+room+024.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3_phpRigvxHKfqesUUHKkFzUz5jwEt05d4fWyG3f1xqw6TfoQTdAdMTwpSgdQciDBPAdmqSjM2ckeHuPH99fFz56OO3a-Ru1PcNEcUlAwA8WtRVKFMEXiJ2ikMAgaNrIsJ6A7OymrrOg/s320/fitting+room+024.JPG" t8="true" width="122" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Ew42kMiHAzfIDjYSpdY27SZf6uzYsulXYbZ5FovfUhAONGKo10SAiHHJCkXNDZiTHGvOlLgg922xcFyXhsrLuRVVK9Z-IMiev19h3yNbT2ntCyMIHr1ZpWcjwBSza7Q_yzSw6syVk-0/s1600/fitting+room+025.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8Ew42kMiHAzfIDjYSpdY27SZf6uzYsulXYbZ5FovfUhAONGKo10SAiHHJCkXNDZiTHGvOlLgg922xcFyXhsrLuRVVK9Z-IMiev19h3yNbT2ntCyMIHr1ZpWcjwBSza7Q_yzSw6syVk-0/s320/fitting+room+025.JPG" t8="true" width="118" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Every other picture I have seen on this dress on a "real" lady were wonderful. On me though it is just too much dress. It really widened my body from the boobs all the way to the floor. Sigh...I wanted to like it. I think it runs large.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20842662&catId=CLOTHES-DRESSES-LONG&pushId=CLOTHES-DRESSES-LONG&popId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&navAction=middle&navCount=72&color=079&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=D">Cuernavaca Maxi Dress</a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7aWJxKOrU0ezvO2BBuNMMcvIpw3rPhkmtQ4aR9DFgl1AZ2ny3t8b3vZ7LYhDrLv3tecnM4vHlUJeMmlA_vrj1ttCAuOaBndNxq12uOda7DVwEIaAJlY4G5ZUCCB6ZQNqD460AjYGU-E4/s1600/fitting+room+022.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7aWJxKOrU0ezvO2BBuNMMcvIpw3rPhkmtQ4aR9DFgl1AZ2ny3t8b3vZ7LYhDrLv3tecnM4vHlUJeMmlA_vrj1ttCAuOaBndNxq12uOda7DVwEIaAJlY4G5ZUCCB6ZQNqD460AjYGU-E4/s320/fitting+room+022.JPG" t8="true" width="151" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7DxaA-qJo7k72f929sRJn2XewdXQ-buyE8ZAiL_EtaprRHZcWiEkUWKKiO_8l3aWAGu9hQdsBK3BHv4EZuyV9xavrXviMhPPuULg8V9yrPJzi7w7Q6e2u28m7bCFrA4eqiq8fwLM8Mpg/s1600/fitting+room+023.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7DxaA-qJo7k72f929sRJn2XewdXQ-buyE8ZAiL_EtaprRHZcWiEkUWKKiO_8l3aWAGu9hQdsBK3BHv4EZuyV9xavrXviMhPPuULg8V9yrPJzi7w7Q6e2u28m7bCFrA4eqiq8fwLM8Mpg/s320/fitting+room+023.JPG" t8="true" width="135" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I liked this dress but just not enough. The length wasn't quite right as it hit just above my ankles. But I loved the fit of the top. I think finding a bra would be difficult though as it did dip quite a bit in front and sat low in back. The top portion is like a very comfy jersey blend and the bottom is silk. Very cute dress in a funky print. Ran TTS. There are small slits on either side at the bottom hem.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=21260203&catId=CLOTHES-DRESSES-PRINTED&navCount=438&navAction=middle&isProduct=true&pushId=CLOTHES-DRESSES-PRINTED&popId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&fromCategoryPage=true&color=029&templateType=D">Dynamic Zigs - Tracy Reese</a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLYD-F91x0_juw_CV9vzevZ9gLYCIuT0DH7Do_qeJA_viq5aYPH8pjdmF2N6mDeYDFiAAoY42OO3OYjRlCBEBFaIKbcZKLhvPX5wQjZZsEq6yWEEA1ZJa5TtlrqnClvi9kHFp-7q-51BQ/s1600/fitting+room+018.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLYD-F91x0_juw_CV9vzevZ9gLYCIuT0DH7Do_qeJA_viq5aYPH8pjdmF2N6mDeYDFiAAoY42OO3OYjRlCBEBFaIKbcZKLhvPX5wQjZZsEq6yWEEA1ZJa5TtlrqnClvi9kHFp-7q-51BQ/s320/fitting+room+018.JPG" t8="true" width="138" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKRrHVdx7CsndpL2BFsj8P6pliGV84PZFTF1VuUvjRqxg39zR6Pd8W7et7aPqv1tJ5BG-eTJzg6SyFc2W_hYif550X0kOhrJIMpMEHsj1JsD8UlXtFjfISvCRxJJyD_IHDHAoUG6xQJl4/s1600/fitting+room+019.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKRrHVdx7CsndpL2BFsj8P6pliGV84PZFTF1VuUvjRqxg39zR6Pd8W7et7aPqv1tJ5BG-eTJzg6SyFc2W_hYif550X0kOhrJIMpMEHsj1JsD8UlXtFjfISvCRxJJyD_IHDHAoUG6xQJl4/s320/fitting+room+019.JPG" t8="true" width="140" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">One of the most comfy and well made dresses ever. This is such a flattering fit that I think anybody could wear it. Loved the pattern as well. And for only $158 I thought this was a steal. My only issue was the length. Knee length typically doesn't work for me as it gives no shape to my legs. But, on sale, I might reconsider. Ran TTS and I do urge you to try it on. I adore Tracy Reese!</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-38172047494594946442011-06-11T10:43:00.000-04:002011-06-11T10:43:20.974-04:00Anthropologie Shorts ReviewsOk. I've had these pics for a while (a month actually, bad blogger) so figure I might as well just throw together a quick post. For the record, I did not purchase any of the shorts shown here. They all just didn't work for me for one reason or another. I did however LOVE the AG Stevie crops. Just didn't want to pop over almost $200 for them. They remain on my wish list though. :)<br />
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Here we go. For the most part, I will let the pics speak for themselves.<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20474425&catId=CLOTHES-SHORTS&pushId=CLOTHES-SHORTS&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=390&color=072&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-SHORTS&templateType=subCategory">Belted & Banded Shorts</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcf5L65SBIQpsr-eXKUz9VBf4qwB0Ljrp0HFHV5pkXEELf6nkPh8CJ4veK2VHt6cIspcoeSNaAprJ4EApV2WU_42wS0G5d2BdfDhZCdmVuuV1jkdG1UDE_RUU2DWuZNtAvCz3bg-thyphenhyphen6I/s1600/fitting+room+005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcf5L65SBIQpsr-eXKUz9VBf4qwB0Ljrp0HFHV5pkXEELf6nkPh8CJ4veK2VHt6cIspcoeSNaAprJ4EApV2WU_42wS0G5d2BdfDhZCdmVuuV1jkdG1UDE_RUU2DWuZNtAvCz3bg-thyphenhyphen6I/s320/fitting+room+005.JPG" t8="true" width="204" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirtgWhg458I972ZoC8nnTGCpATqV7VbvfUd-ISKJ4NIBJSAW0_ChkqBQmBAzXviEsyNk01_yPz5YP9WRBpCNFccWfjPiO_2lYxtDirgB9Fb5lJcY_SqjkxFpzUb_CIbLtDwYwNMPXANXY/s1600/fitting+room+007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirtgWhg458I972ZoC8nnTGCpATqV7VbvfUd-ISKJ4NIBJSAW0_ChkqBQmBAzXviEsyNk01_yPz5YP9WRBpCNFccWfjPiO_2lYxtDirgB9Fb5lJcY_SqjkxFpzUb_CIbLtDwYwNMPXANXY/s320/fitting+room+007.JPG" t8="true" width="229" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"> From the front, very cute. A little short, but the fit was perfect and true to my normal size. But the back - no way!! I cannot wear a pant or short that doesn't have pockets. It just looks like something is missing. Um, yup, that would be the pockets!! The belt is cute though.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20368213&catId=CLOTHES-SHORTS&pushId=CLOTHES-SHORTS&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=390&color=093&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-SHORTS-DENIM&templateType=subCategory">Lobster Roll Shorts</a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSd06Yv7fTvJwa8HLLijP4gjRGBvylICA5g_Giaf3Juj295gvGDjZI8qaYNvJ9hLSLCaiPJLZU0S3SjZZwpAkkOjvPhqE7uCFQ8c18bsYJUJOPTqeuctdhb3Zf8sqHBVHpPJM4_TUj6kQ/s1600/fitting+room+008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSd06Yv7fTvJwa8HLLijP4gjRGBvylICA5g_Giaf3Juj295gvGDjZI8qaYNvJ9hLSLCaiPJLZU0S3SjZZwpAkkOjvPhqE7uCFQ8c18bsYJUJOPTqeuctdhb3Zf8sqHBVHpPJM4_TUj6kQ/s320/fitting+room+008.JPG" t8="true" width="181" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBJV0E_oBuNTKlbNz1rAXwBcmqL0w0HK6rwyvsGKLm5ZjIZHO1_vzkdAQn9OjCLPsNfjbNL4m50vvEZ-paVGMywts3ux1xI2XMsEZcFuAjoq0_iKOldPWZfsna4vowX4KzZUKz6bdt8KU/s1600/fitting+room+011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBJV0E_oBuNTKlbNz1rAXwBcmqL0w0HK6rwyvsGKLm5ZjIZHO1_vzkdAQn9OjCLPsNfjbNL4m50vvEZ-paVGMywts3ux1xI2XMsEZcFuAjoq0_iKOldPWZfsna4vowX4KzZUKz6bdt8KU/s320/fitting+room+011.JPG" t8="true" width="220" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijzpT8KblOouCrbSnYTilNoHRUXUw4gX48fAnLgF3lAfcz3joveLL9sc64q43fWe1FK0vy4eSQ2FuAnc3kg36oeyvtVBDQvIKjDh6AToGWam7Q2s2BCevu1-yo0K9aBgI2CdhfMxoGC1k/s1600/fitting+room+012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijzpT8KblOouCrbSnYTilNoHRUXUw4gX48fAnLgF3lAfcz3joveLL9sc64q43fWe1FK0vy4eSQ2FuAnc3kg36oeyvtVBDQvIKjDh6AToGWam7Q2s2BCevu1-yo0K9aBgI2CdhfMxoGC1k/s320/fitting+room+012.JPG" t8="true" width="197" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">These were so cute that I really wanted to love them. Great length. They ran just a bit tight but one size up was too big. Hate when that happens. But what is worse than no back pockets?? Teeny tiny, low set pockets that make even my smallish rear look large and unshapely. Another to go back on the rack. Boo!</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?color=093&navAction=jump&id=20382404">AG Stevies</a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGT-XOKzM57x4KQvvHNY7HeBaKBZnE0ecYH5dAXHKYzraJl4G62DkFHobKB-GkBqi_IyVAA5XXQ6rtObaeBXrzJ7B_gWmrXcYpzCLSrrGQ_SrOBJ6D3_XVop2BAX9urhRc-wkPME6NWT4/s1600/fitting+room+015.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGT-XOKzM57x4KQvvHNY7HeBaKBZnE0ecYH5dAXHKYzraJl4G62DkFHobKB-GkBqi_IyVAA5XXQ6rtObaeBXrzJ7B_gWmrXcYpzCLSrrGQ_SrOBJ6D3_XVop2BAX9urhRc-wkPME6NWT4/s320/fitting+room+015.JPG" t8="true" width="239" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxOwatyrw-0NdQLhVTNB8QaeT9Or_fCLlyoFFB8fkk9_oljD3tfDF2MJUyI557bDHrLuKzF9SyYpyd1hMKEufWuZ_i8etnxdKBYqCySSU0exDjRkw7zLdpycAVlWT_uUJNptxtNLP4qKs/s1600/fitting+room+017.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxOwatyrw-0NdQLhVTNB8QaeT9Or_fCLlyoFFB8fkk9_oljD3tfDF2MJUyI557bDHrLuKzF9SyYpyd1hMKEufWuZ_i8etnxdKBYqCySSU0exDjRkw7zLdpycAVlWT_uUJNptxtNLP4qKs/s320/fitting+room+017.JPG" t8="true" width="150" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Finally experienced what all the hype is about these pants. The AG Stevies are awesome fitting (and even have good rear pockets). These fit TTS and had some great stretch. Fit like a glove. $168 was just a bit too much for me though so I'm hoping for a sale...soon. Or I might just bite the bullet and get them. Oh, the white ones were so awesome too. Great for summer!</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-71405560885668810472011-05-31T09:01:00.000-04:002011-05-31T09:01:00.317-04:00More from the dark recesses of the closet - OOTDIt's been a bit of an internal battle to put off wearing some of my newer clothing in order to dust off some of my older stuff. The skirt today comes from the same years ago sale room haul as my <a href="http://bettydoesrandom.blogspot.com/2011/05/is-that-donkey-ootd.html">"donkey" skirt from last week</a>. As Overcaffinated commented the other day - wow, I really do have a ton of stuff. It just seems that none of my bottoms, tops, accessories compliment each other. I'm in true need of a stylist to come over, go through my stuff and show me all my options. I'm sure I could probably get through a year or two without a repeat with all my stuff. LOL<br />
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Anyhoo, this skirt my husband hates - <strong><em>hates</em></strong>!! He says it's too poofy and big for my body (there are three additional layers under here, including crinoline). Well, I can't help it, I love items that channel June Cleaver. :) I think the only reason I don't wear it more often is because I can't see beyond pairing it with white on top. I'm sure red or another color would work too, but I just don't have the guts or the vision I guess. So today I did the usual and put white on top. Was thinking of red shoes but then stuck with the old safe choice again. Looking at the pics, I don't care for the bright yellow on top, but what can ya do.<br />
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Promise, I'm not picking my undies in that first pic.<br />
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</div><div style="text-align: left;">Do you like fuller skirt styles? I'd be perfectly happy living in an episode of Happy Days or Grease.</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-4174802076026074642011-05-28T06:42:00.000-04:002011-05-28T06:42:02.994-04:00Anthropologie Reviews - loosened lines, lunar cycles, villa mysteriisJust a few reviews from my brandy new Anthropologie less than a mile from home. Yay! In the past few weeks, I've gone in many times already. I've made really good use of the fitting room as well.<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20180360&catId=CLOTHES-BLOUSE-SHEER&navCount=96&navAction=middle&isProduct=true&pushId=CLOTHES-BLOUSE-SHEER&popId=CLOTHES-BLOUSES&fromCategoryPage=true&color=012&templateType=B1">Lunar Cycles Top</a><br />
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<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlXiy4arMlN-6RW5lLn0dcCmtyxDdxr_khs7BaB91GvcvSGHOVIROJG_qORlj8vrW53kZ0ePJbokNPFnG6Tgxg7Js9iGSwogQec1n3t3d8LBo-BfuVwGG5uZ3kBGFz_ZxcjadXLUrGCLE/s1600/fitting+room+001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlXiy4arMlN-6RW5lLn0dcCmtyxDdxr_khs7BaB91GvcvSGHOVIROJG_qORlj8vrW53kZ0ePJbokNPFnG6Tgxg7Js9iGSwogQec1n3t3d8LBo-BfuVwGG5uZ3kBGFz_ZxcjadXLUrGCLE/s320/fitting+room+001.JPG" t8="true" width="258" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj87s06zLchRm574ND9VdpdDgK0gOPw4bI3cIzEIxD_5sQ7PM-OMMlUiR9iVilCTjeqjDi05_TACpLrUS4T4CIaXJXXSCXXLz6C0S2npDyl-j7xUIgiTbl16JR6msVKgnwpBrSp8LuQV24/s1600/fitting+room+002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj87s06zLchRm574ND9VdpdDgK0gOPw4bI3cIzEIxD_5sQ7PM-OMMlUiR9iVilCTjeqjDi05_TACpLrUS4T4CIaXJXXSCXXLz6C0S2npDyl-j7xUIgiTbl16JR6msVKgnwpBrSp8LuQV24/s320/fitting+room+002.JPG" t8="true" width="151" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Of course I loved this top in the catalog - it's very hippie, retro, just plain lovely flowy goodness without being a box. On me though, eh, I wasn't so sure. Felt it made me look a little large in the belly area and accentuated my broad shoulders a bit. And you cannot wear this without a full length tank on underneath which I hate doing in the heat of spring/summer. Honestly, a lot of the tops I've tried on recently have required a tank. It's getting on my nerves Anthro! I may reconsider this at sale time - I see it is available in a dark orange color too now which is very cool with perhaps some white AG Stevies? ;-)</div><br />
<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20870390&parentid=QUICKSHOP&navAction=jump">Villa Mysteriis Top</a><br />
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<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLzb8I-BooKYyb894f1O0vz8bs-d1o2YB17Q1vqTDjiC9js9E2hJJZQnL9f9ibvJxuYPgJlvRxnTaXV8XH8aOnJk-1XtncNU0InwypkchWPnflM2pbuqIEpJ93NV2HYR4E8t4Rq0J8d8I/s1600/fitting+room+008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLzb8I-BooKYyb894f1O0vz8bs-d1o2YB17Q1vqTDjiC9js9E2hJJZQnL9f9ibvJxuYPgJlvRxnTaXV8XH8aOnJk-1XtncNU0InwypkchWPnflM2pbuqIEpJ93NV2HYR4E8t4Rq0J8d8I/s320/fitting+room+008.JPG" t8="true" width="168" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJVD3gSTx8PVxkqL6a1WtLiDTgiKDNlhhyP9hqm8cTKKHsgoOV8uPK2jPAcUK-fSjJNgaqHRIRieHDNdD0Hdk21Jd1iQVeRkwMyjPcn_uP8RAnCxanCMSIz66EEsqlxvrX7lP9cdelKw0/s1600/fitting+room+009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJVD3gSTx8PVxkqL6a1WtLiDTgiKDNlhhyP9hqm8cTKKHsgoOV8uPK2jPAcUK-fSjJNgaqHRIRieHDNdD0Hdk21Jd1iQVeRkwMyjPcn_uP8RAnCxanCMSIz66EEsqlxvrX7lP9cdelKw0/s320/fitting+room+009.JPG" t8="true" width="193" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Have to admit, I really liked this quirky little top. The shape and funky mellow print drew me right in. I'm not sure the muted colors work best with my coloring so it went back on the rack but I still think about it. :) The fabric is a kind of rougher rayon that I feel won't wrinkle and really keep it's shape. The detail at the neckline and those cute pockets really make this an original. I love too that it doesn't seem to need a tank under it which seems to be against Anthro's norm these days (boo for see through!).</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">The shorts are the AG Bermudas I believe. Very comfy but ran a little small on me so in this pic, they are too tight.</div><br />
<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20538278&catId=SHOPSALE-TOPS&pushId=SHOPSALE-TOPS&popId=SHOPSALE&navAction=top&navCount=1218&color=049&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=E">Loosened Lines Top</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=19884832&catId=CLOTHES-KNITSTEES&navCount=456&navAction=top&isProduct=true&pushId=CLOTHES-KNITSTEES&popId=CLOTHES-KNITSTEES&fromCategoryPage=true&color=010&templateType=subCategory&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-KNITSTEES-PLEATS">Who's-Got-The-Button Top</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixGG4P6aoXwT_V8GADx3G1jYq1cqhWIv5nqKqYBLLi2WFc6iY4OHk78D6qrQqaDqsj7RZyKgxcxSkuO-I3KYwzuV7R75xwSlBMFb0A837TiUgQ-MDvTCZ96Od_k8ZEroL5N3iJD-XZ1w0/s1600/who.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixGG4P6aoXwT_V8GADx3G1jYq1cqhWIv5nqKqYBLLi2WFc6iY4OHk78D6qrQqaDqsj7RZyKgxcxSkuO-I3KYwzuV7R75xwSlBMFb0A837TiUgQ-MDvTCZ96Od_k8ZEroL5N3iJD-XZ1w0/s320/who.jpg" t8="true" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6aCcMlkqBLR3bpYieL_-XfZGjNVmtc1LYdp71A8uUFW_kNC-_Vs7KZiEZBR6qU2cYRZ0qhSAzswzU3s9PC1GFwhkYe_lnHEtYyZ8G-gFXpUwEu4W97RhJ53XVxPqOglrrtWk2hnY-ofw/s1600/fitting+room+010.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6aCcMlkqBLR3bpYieL_-XfZGjNVmtc1LYdp71A8uUFW_kNC-_Vs7KZiEZBR6qU2cYRZ0qhSAzswzU3s9PC1GFwhkYe_lnHEtYyZ8G-gFXpUwEu4W97RhJ53XVxPqOglrrtWk2hnY-ofw/s320/fitting+room+010.JPG" t8="true" width="138" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfhEnLYAcN4CxzGQvQpHDqXtY8ZjV1lILk1hAA0PHaoKuvm5QyFuzQ3RoByRyrJqywOE-HWS5hMHzmBWFl_SvwQ20DVstil5dsby-yPhs-qVD2t_YYreTvZhYFxKdJxiHJm5bSN8Wz8uE/s1600/fitting+room+011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfhEnLYAcN4CxzGQvQpHDqXtY8ZjV1lILk1hAA0PHaoKuvm5QyFuzQ3RoByRyrJqywOE-HWS5hMHzmBWFl_SvwQ20DVstil5dsby-yPhs-qVD2t_YYreTvZhYFxKdJxiHJm5bSN8Wz8uE/s320/fitting+room+011.JPG" t8="true" width="127" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">This top is freakin' <strong><em>adorable</em></strong>. The fit and feel are perfect. It is so super soft. All those little buttons are so cute too. Not with this skirt, of course, but I am going back for this one soon. Comes in a few great colors (I really liked the red) and is machine washable. Woohoo! Oh, and the fabric is stiff enough to look nice untucked as well as tucked. </div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-48079915743086579222011-05-07T09:00:00.000-04:002011-05-07T09:00:04.222-04:00Elementary School Meets Fountain of YouthTook the day off on Friday so I could attend the Mother's Day Brunch at my daughter's school. It was so nice to not go to work and to watch my little girl put on a show with her friends. I was told the night before, in no uncertain terms, that I was to "dress up" for the event "in a dress". Since the weather seemed to be cooperating, I chose the Fountain of Youth dress. Can't tell you how much I love it! There doesn't seem to be much you can do to dress is up or down so basically my outfit consisted of dress + shoes. Easy!<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWQ7j6BedkCjkMHqaVpnCaPkDqape-mZxhTmborfR4hqOtIyVg1BlhAuIZkyM0QaJZdjgX4VG6k4W_Rjr95OWXupD4Gyc28lAYJht0kdptNeSqs0jg3Tkh0IZesei2JH8njzUA68vI3PA/s1600/014.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWQ7j6BedkCjkMHqaVpnCaPkDqape-mZxhTmborfR4hqOtIyVg1BlhAuIZkyM0QaJZdjgX4VG6k4W_Rjr95OWXupD4Gyc28lAYJht0kdptNeSqs0jg3Tkh0IZesei2JH8njzUA68vI3PA/s320/014.JPG" width="107" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3XDfVkpcmVo9nma6Pm3meQ_yeuJQ_0lw5RfTto0fgQ5F-yPOtnR_rLb3hoQkDsE9YyaQzLjcj-W8t-7UQUXSOpwmYT8l5_wiI3VRREIqJmPVxMkT7m194NbKhDOnso-ra6mNu9U28R6Y/s1600/015.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3XDfVkpcmVo9nma6Pm3meQ_yeuJQ_0lw5RfTto0fgQ5F-yPOtnR_rLb3hoQkDsE9YyaQzLjcj-W8t-7UQUXSOpwmYT8l5_wiI3VRREIqJmPVxMkT7m194NbKhDOnso-ra6mNu9U28R6Y/s320/015.JPG" width="131" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4uQrvkko3VVrAudHwoplFsLMsD7phxP84yy2ZLnLzRW5y4Yj1hkwu69YA0z2zqxbpx-ESRJBeOzrq-S8mA-sYbH3EkftuABx8_HzCje5JeYzrTmDM4_Jtw7uAdp0hdpiUnCO_1dE3XtQ/s1600/018.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4uQrvkko3VVrAudHwoplFsLMsD7phxP84yy2ZLnLzRW5y4Yj1hkwu69YA0z2zqxbpx-ESRJBeOzrq-S8mA-sYbH3EkftuABx8_HzCje5JeYzrTmDM4_Jtw7uAdp0hdpiUnCO_1dE3XtQ/s320/018.JPG" width="117" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I did put on a cardigan for the walk to school. The show and all the little notes and gifts the kids gave to their moms were so cute. They sang us some songs, we enjoyed some bagels and juice, and took pictures with the teacher. It was very well put together and extremely adorable. Here's me and my little princess in her classroom.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCwvC0XU2WD-aLQil4XTK93NqoZndAdiALtp36-7oR4AV2xaT3caYHhr_45BGaEu9FGQqjdd6tByMlIWwf3EkX9JOPXrBi0xNcxvu4ICQgd1WuIPNU4fKpyUViuMkuQ2RTUcTrJHR0mfY/s1600/002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" j8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCwvC0XU2WD-aLQil4XTK93NqoZndAdiALtp36-7oR4AV2xaT3caYHhr_45BGaEu9FGQqjdd6tByMlIWwf3EkX9JOPXrBi0xNcxvu4ICQgd1WuIPNU4fKpyUViuMkuQ2RTUcTrJHR0mfY/s320/002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-small;">On me: dress - Anthropologie Fountain of Youth; cardigan - Merona for Target; shoes - Seychelles "Joan"; toes - China Glaze Purple Panic (neon)</span></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-size: x-small;">On Lil Miss (she asked me to include her OOTD deets): dress - Target (was a mere $17 and we get so many compliments on it); cardigan - ? from Neiman Marcus a few years ago; glasses - Sears</span></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />
</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black;">Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there!</span></div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-12104593765348650422011-05-02T09:00:00.001-04:002011-05-02T09:00:01.878-04:00WTF? - Scarf OOTDOk, I know I can't be completely alone here. So you know that whole scarf trend? Yeah, I love it too. BUT, I <strong><em>can't ever</em></strong> get mine right. I need a how to on scarf tying. Is there a Scarves for Dummies book out yet?<br />
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Today's scarf I got on sale at Anthropologie. It's such a great print but I wasn't sure what to wear with it. When I saw the scarf online, the model was shown wearing it with a black and white striped top. I'm not big on horizontal striped shirts, but I did have this cute tube dress and decided to give it a try today.<br />
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Don't mind my puppy there (he's the white blur of fur behind me). The school bus arrived for my neighbor during our photo session and he had to make sure she got off ok. Barking at the bus apparently gets the job done. ;)<br />
Have you embraced the scarf? Care to share any tips or styling ideas? I have accumulated quite a collection, but most I just have no idea what to do with.Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-17095576060417470702011-04-27T09:54:00.000-04:002011-04-27T09:54:00.760-04:00Doing the 70s Full OnSince I have been so in love with my Paige Lou Lou flares, I decided to go one step further and purchase a pair of bell bottoms. Saw the AG Farrahs on Anthro but the price was too steep for something I was unsure about so I hit up Ebay and scored a pretty good deal.<br />
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While I do love the shape of these jeans, the higher waist will take some getting used to. The low rise usually works for me because I carry my little flab pooch above the low rise waist. These mid rise jeans hit me right at the flab so they were a tad tight in that area. But I have been working out fairly intensely for almost a week so I'll keep them as I'm hoping the pooch will disappear in time (if I can keep the momentum going). Also, these aren't as "bell-bottomy" as I thought they'd be.<br />
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Anyway, here's the best 70s I could do with what was in my closet.<br />
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What do you think of bell bottoms? Are you loving the whole Bohemian fashion thing going on this season?Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-11557424450272835892011-04-19T09:00:00.002-04:002011-04-19T09:00:17.058-04:00A Two Skirt Kinda DayHello there. Long time no see. With a large work project finally off my back, I was anxious to get back to the blog. Regardless of who reads it or doesn't read it, creating blog posts is therapeutic for me. Therefore, today is a good day. :)<br />
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This morning I was all set to wear this skirt.<br />
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Being pushed for time and knowing it was a maxi day for me, I kept everything the same and decided upon the Water's Edge skirt. Double layers of thick jersey, you are <strong><em>not </em></strong>seeing through this one.<br />
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I did have to choose between a clunky necklace and scarf though. It was a bit cool out so I opted for the scarf. Did I do ok?<br />
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Wow, I need a haircut <strong><em>BAD</em></strong>!<br />
I felt super comfy all day if not just a tad boring. Perhaps I should've been born in the 60s. They totally had the best and most comfy clothes!Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-39748815062512765012011-04-15T09:00:00.002-04:002011-04-15T09:00:15.043-04:00Another Day, Another BirthdayRight after the birthday cake for my son's third birthday, off we went to the hospital to await the arrival of the little princess.<br />
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Happy birthday to my little peanut. I hope you have a fabulous day!!<br />
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Of course, another journey through pictures. It's just what moms do.<br />
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Thoughtful enough to let her brother enjoy his birthday cake, a teeny little chicklet waited just long enough to come into the world so each sibling would have their own day.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqf4nU9cN1BE3u-GgteFu4lnfgxcvKm7lYNXICZUxTvJt_3ScM9NQiEQoDAESQr72ytErKPBkcK5pipQ9Dcfi2uktPL0w6l5HIwW7qL-aeNDcDwaJbUIAC2YxADApUu46xwl27l2B6D3M/s1600/leaf.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgqf4nU9cN1BE3u-GgteFu4lnfgxcvKm7lYNXICZUxTvJt_3ScM9NQiEQoDAESQr72ytErKPBkcK5pipQ9Dcfi2uktPL0w6l5HIwW7qL-aeNDcDwaJbUIAC2YxADApUu46xwl27l2B6D3M/s320/leaf.bmp" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Such a petite little flower, I am constantly in awe of your adventurous spirit and strength (clearly your mother's child).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheQwipe3FpVtzVm82ebFlY0qXiXl7dTZdkW3mDWlh70UWPWVwRNalDtMgRglI6jpekmHd_58oLf15jrN1O0zLbzFiq-DzxOXU8nm-oVXhbvOjDK8VbnJ32TiUpRvzt-WsdrGs1P6mAUFM/s1600/adventure.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheQwipe3FpVtzVm82ebFlY0qXiXl7dTZdkW3mDWlh70UWPWVwRNalDtMgRglI6jpekmHd_58oLf15jrN1O0zLbzFiq-DzxOXU8nm-oVXhbvOjDK8VbnJ32TiUpRvzt-WsdrGs1P6mAUFM/s320/adventure.bmp" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1-taww82xdRtK6_vl0cOwKDMjLGUapBtXPY3gBUpfn3N_iCCw6XtY6IO8kN81kvqSbXfa-0qRrEnjcqO6fuEz_aFNDSQ_y-nryBcR3MR4F_Cowfscrp_2FpJTo_UPruLX9okikF2OmvE/s1600/climbing.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1-taww82xdRtK6_vl0cOwKDMjLGUapBtXPY3gBUpfn3N_iCCw6XtY6IO8kN81kvqSbXfa-0qRrEnjcqO6fuEz_aFNDSQ_y-nryBcR3MR4F_Cowfscrp_2FpJTo_UPruLX9okikF2OmvE/s320/climbing.jpg" width="214" /></a></div> Most of the time super sweet,<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQyrSLga4cRm39b9uUYF5_vj01nTGkPuxamwIuHVytity5XW8ex8CxUlNXrF7usJ3m6KcMcLrY0XCq2XaFLD4kFwkGPQMsbY7huLASlg-BZ3Frk96CQbSqquz_f8_f2tR6-OpmJrlVHbs/s1600/cupcake+face.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQyrSLga4cRm39b9uUYF5_vj01nTGkPuxamwIuHVytity5XW8ex8CxUlNXrF7usJ3m6KcMcLrY0XCq2XaFLD4kFwkGPQMsbY7huLASlg-BZ3Frk96CQbSqquz_f8_f2tR6-OpmJrlVHbs/s320/cupcake+face.bmp" width="320" /></a></div> But sometimes a little sour,<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXxBXTrzWEH8GnKRKM6kzquIqKSYr8PX0KOOPosh_OvXBVNSRe-vMCSzFNrrV23MI3Sie6_rKpsPsTQbk6qjznj4e1Kezlm7z8cEQNG7yPnOyA3GZu_r2tJ2SUx_-d75umnIyFlY3I54g/s1600/lemon.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXxBXTrzWEH8GnKRKM6kzquIqKSYr8PX0KOOPosh_OvXBVNSRe-vMCSzFNrrV23MI3Sie6_rKpsPsTQbk6qjznj4e1Kezlm7z8cEQNG7yPnOyA3GZu_r2tJ2SUx_-d75umnIyFlY3I54g/s320/lemon.bmp" width="214" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">She's just so cute that even her brother can't pass up the chance for a little hug.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhypNJrrt-Si9ugb2bf7E2eKKPFUbIxRjioEJ6ICAr6Lbbn0Q8G6uPHzaqjvYAjS0J26Aavjtt8Skte91nxekBInjzWCB0K_Q-YkRXwHg4Qp0gTuOrdVeRKrq2vjJeIs0-5b72w_bUTkrU/s1600/hugs.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhypNJrrt-Si9ugb2bf7E2eKKPFUbIxRjioEJ6ICAr6Lbbn0Q8G6uPHzaqjvYAjS0J26Aavjtt8Skte91nxekBInjzWCB0K_Q-YkRXwHg4Qp0gTuOrdVeRKrq2vjJeIs0-5b72w_bUTkrU/s320/hugs.bmp" width="320" /></a></div>You've got lots to smile about and have given us tons to smile about too. Can't wait to see what the next year brings for you. We love you munchkin.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-88540255205915451092011-04-14T10:19:00.001-04:002011-04-14T10:19:42.072-04:00My Little Man Celebrates a B-DayI know I haven't been around as work has been nuts, but I HAD to carve out a few minutes to wish my first born a very happy birthday.<br />
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I love you my little big man. You have made me worry like I never thought I'd worry before, but we wouldn't change a thing. You are turning into a wonderful and thoughtful fellow.<br />
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Once upon a time, God granted me a cute and lovable little boy.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJKBWMnHBR18OKMrhKa0kOcIJfGQhcpkSstxjpLO5H_iQ-QoFB91jp0CD5E07kLojxPd2_Kozo-AHmgf_-PSJvOG6dCEGrwEvf8jpSNFp2BBIvcjGBESqAB-gzwsnsHgkBqURyTIuWcd4/s1600/chokehold.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="215" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJKBWMnHBR18OKMrhKa0kOcIJfGQhcpkSstxjpLO5H_iQ-QoFB91jp0CD5E07kLojxPd2_Kozo-AHmgf_-PSJvOG6dCEGrwEvf8jpSNFp2BBIvcjGBESqAB-gzwsnsHgkBqURyTIuWcd4/s320/chokehold.bmp" width="320" /></a></div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">We've had some seriously scary times but you are so strong, you pulled through with flying colors and have inspired and helped others going through the "Cranio Wars"</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK8CB3QwVbxUdsKN-nY3bTKE9d5jz84iK6YTzzmMCY0dObmRL9I-VJNd2RA-OQD5DAcJ9IOb82xt3lo1VqaGxNq8kiim76go6vNo3SWuyrPP5PQfhdwc5GyIg0toryH3pYyCeaYp7hDAg/s1600/surg1.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="213" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhK8CB3QwVbxUdsKN-nY3bTKE9d5jz84iK6YTzzmMCY0dObmRL9I-VJNd2RA-OQD5DAcJ9IOb82xt3lo1VqaGxNq8kiim76go6vNo3SWuyrPP5PQfhdwc5GyIg0toryH3pYyCeaYp7hDAg/s320/surg1.bmp" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU4-Oe92fl9rB9z8AP953x8vbAT6GIIOGEbqIm5wvOah17FIH_0PG7xDyZKZ_-gd8oO72_ItUULMHVdLMBfEliBbaQg0yKJ3e2yk43xSladIUqN7GMawezn86KmQwaqVWOc3Vqe0X_pXE/s1600/surg2.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgU4-Oe92fl9rB9z8AP953x8vbAT6GIIOGEbqIm5wvOah17FIH_0PG7xDyZKZ_-gd8oO72_ItUULMHVdLMBfEliBbaQg0yKJ3e2yk43xSladIUqN7GMawezn86KmQwaqVWOc3Vqe0X_pXE/s320/surg2.bmp" width="320" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">You are the family rock star in more ways than one. </div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4fgITcG0PaoCTth-rbE60-36Jlti5S4A4m3mEJKHUye6DYc-jyXR2ZCili_7GHQw3Oj_iARTTvpffvS3fu_kWmB1Em8bAkYPsNBWdKeXvkPccHbUq5AWVY4Xdm-A6TGkRyG9sIT762U0/s1600/slash.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4fgITcG0PaoCTth-rbE60-36Jlti5S4A4m3mEJKHUye6DYc-jyXR2ZCili_7GHQw3Oj_iARTTvpffvS3fu_kWmB1Em8bAkYPsNBWdKeXvkPccHbUq5AWVY4Xdm-A6TGkRyG9sIT762U0/s320/slash.bmp" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvsLoa1_ks89cFsoFTQj-fRMbErNXYRAi71pasWceS9xtUuxlzRkihmjI_e1g38oi3C8CsCAnMPvuQ1LccdTi_DZm4Xm2enNxgXI9vPIRBbFOW9hO-rYHjQNCJyS1_9K8hpf-9RUXqC2I/s1600/yourock.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvsLoa1_ks89cFsoFTQj-fRMbErNXYRAi71pasWceS9xtUuxlzRkihmjI_e1g38oi3C8CsCAnMPvuQ1LccdTi_DZm4Xm2enNxgXI9vPIRBbFOW9hO-rYHjQNCJyS1_9K8hpf-9RUXqC2I/s320/yourock.bmp" width="320" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">You are very much a boy but do clean up quite well. :)</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWfoWJzNcfv_fiCygCCBpDNJMaCu4So8Wk_0m4TeaZV7LtLptUPV-3aX4KEcQQJrszwNt0Q7yTFxANE3us7WRGKb-VuIwJ5ueyvPdz3c7SJdbEcai6QvYxdXgV_wzUlIiofUvdf8iMZfY/s1600/wedding.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWfoWJzNcfv_fiCygCCBpDNJMaCu4So8Wk_0m4TeaZV7LtLptUPV-3aX4KEcQQJrszwNt0Q7yTFxANE3us7WRGKb-VuIwJ5ueyvPdz3c7SJdbEcai6QvYxdXgV_wzUlIiofUvdf8iMZfY/s320/wedding.bmp" width="214" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;">So keep on climbing. The best is yet to come.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3n-jq2BMUbwPBqhCNtSZ3J1hITqmA_o-DpjM3GrFAFuCNCB84GF93TW0caNFlNiqGmgShNq-dR63RsZjbrp5U1pCNU-6SOGjgmIpbVAzsbDE_yDTvLNEI3_R3s9IqnlMreID_kMM2pXg/s1600/keepclimbing.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3n-jq2BMUbwPBqhCNtSZ3J1hITqmA_o-DpjM3GrFAFuCNCB84GF93TW0caNFlNiqGmgShNq-dR63RsZjbrp5U1pCNU-6SOGjgmIpbVAzsbDE_yDTvLNEI3_R3s9IqnlMreID_kMM2pXg/s320/keepclimbing.bmp" width="214" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"> We love you! Peace out.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr9Irkf8bWzA6dkHyZlxHv3LHZHff9-zhalifBqYeVzEXLcAUKPDAZCidq3AU0R5oj3LkI5cxOON1WshescRjk_IO25hD4Z_Wsms6nbFiBAulJHuWhlKA_aeTQm640-Vsi6A9h7q5fWog/s1600/rocks.bmp" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjr9Irkf8bWzA6dkHyZlxHv3LHZHff9-zhalifBqYeVzEXLcAUKPDAZCidq3AU0R5oj3LkI5cxOON1WshescRjk_IO25hD4Z_Wsms6nbFiBAulJHuWhlKA_aeTQm640-Vsi6A9h7q5fWog/s320/rocks.bmp" width="214" /></a></div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-19770474143960393632011-04-09T09:00:00.000-04:002011-04-09T09:00:14.553-04:00Feeling Like Me - OOTDAlright, I confess. This is me. If the weather is anywhere under 70 degrees, I just adore my jeans. Simple, simple, simple. Fussing over accessories just ain't my bag man. A plain tee or blouse, an awesome pair of jeans and some cute shoes is how I'm comfortable. It makes my day seem less stressful and I feel light. That's not to say it's not fun to shake it up a bit now and again, but I've been fussing so much over trying to look like I've "got it", whatever "it" is, that mornings have been much less than fun. Top that off with being tired from long work hours and we've got one miserable momma.<br />
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So today, well actually Friday, I went back to me. With just a touch of classic Anthropologie girlyness (see belt which actually reminds me of Laura Ashley). :)<br />
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<div style="text-align: left;">And words cannot describe how I feel about these jeans. I mean the back could be a little more butt flattering, but they fit like a dream. No squeezing the muffin top, perfect length; just super comfy. You want your legs to look long and lean, definitely give these a whirl. Sold out at Anthro online, but quite a few have popped up on ebay recently.</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-65484924468153351492011-04-07T09:00:00.000-04:002011-04-07T09:00:14.089-04:00A Rare Occurrence - OOTDYup, wore a dress today. A girly sophisticated dress no less. This does not happen often. Think I took my husband by surprise. Actually this is my second dress of the day. The first one put me in a bad mood as I couldn't fill out the top. :( This one was a little better but there is extra room in the rear and bust even with a push up bra on (surprise, surprise). Guess we'll have to start an account with the tailor.<br />
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When I first put this dress on something didn't seem right on top. Nothing a necklace could fix either. So I went online and checked out Anthro's styling for this number. Then I pretty much copied it the best I could (although I had the fishnets on before seeing this pic). I admit, I'm far from a stylist and need all the help I can get! I couldn't get the scarf right either. It looks like I'm wearing a neck brace.<br />
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The weather however has had other plans for me. Today I decided it had to happen and paired my new-to-me "springy" skirt with my winter wear.<br />
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My husband did not like my navy blue cardigan with this outfit at all. He also didn't care for the skirt (it's not skin tight). But I wore it anyway and felt quite happy with it. Do you think a different color on top would work better? Perhaps pulling a pink or even the mustard yellow from the skirt?<br />
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If you haven't checked out <a href="http://respecttheshoes.blogspot.com/">Respect the Shoes</a>, please do so now. Lisa has awesome fashion sense and is a master of knowing what to put with what (something I don't think I will ever grasp). Her <a href="http://shoprespecttheshoes.blogspot.com/?zx=dfcc9ea666564dbe">blog sale</a> is still running as well.Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-56349593998749228032011-04-01T09:00:00.004-04:002011-04-01T09:00:15.841-04:00Oh, an award! Thank you, Thank you!The super sweet Terrie of <a href="http://theanthropologicalshopper.blogspot.com/2011/03/versatile-blogger-award.html">The Anthropological Shopper</a> gave me an award last week. I'm somewhat unfamiliar with how this works, but will try to follow the directions as best I can. Here is my Versatile Blogger Award "stuff"! Thank you Terri, you rock!<br />
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<div style="font-family: georgia; text-align: left;"><strong><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">When you get the Versatile Blogger Award </span></strong></div><div style="font-family: georgia; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Times, "Times New Roman", serif;">Thank the person who gave you the award and link back to their blog in your post. Tell seven things about yourself and award seven recently discovered bloggers and contact the bloggers to let them know they received the Versatile Blogger Award.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTLY1hviRmiUh0BQkWs_S2AeTn8OXB5wNVYVxRJ7_i_o82noZwoqdJO-SZFwbeB3kOyXLjINvhhrzk_8GSE5wJWQPm7w9BhoiL3PrVGkbnMYB7IAnW1d2w-IiXwp9ontR9z5xsDzw6Qxc/s1600/versatilebloggeraward.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTLY1hviRmiUh0BQkWs_S2AeTn8OXB5wNVYVxRJ7_i_o82noZwoqdJO-SZFwbeB3kOyXLjINvhhrzk_8GSE5wJWQPm7w9BhoiL3PrVGkbnMYB7IAnW1d2w-IiXwp9ontR9z5xsDzw6Qxc/s1600/versatilebloggeraward.jpg" /></a></div>Seven things huh? Well, this could be tough but I'll try. :)<br />
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1. My husband and I met online through an online dating service. Pretty sure that makes us nerds.<br />
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2. I have my motorcycle license. Oh yeah, I'm<strong><em> real</em></strong> badass. Took the 3 day long class, rode the little light motorcycle they gave us, passed the test and got my license. My husband (then boyfriend) even bought me a Honda Nighthawk for Valentine's Day. That spring we took it to the park to practice. I rode around in a few circles, all in 1st gear, came to a stop and stalled. At that point the bike leaned a little too far and it dropped, bending the shift lever up so that my husband had to drive us home in one gear. Never rode again. Yet!<br />
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3. I played the clarinet throughout Jr. High and my freshman year of High School. At that point it was no longer cool to be in band and despite being first chair, I dropped it. I have always regretted that as my grandparents were so proud of my playing and I know they were disapointed I let it go. My son though recently took it up for a year and used my old clarinet. Ironically, he dropped it as it was not cool for a boy to play clarinet at 9 years old. sigh...<br />
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4. My first job ever at age 14 was as a lingerie sales girl in the Woodbury Commons outlets. Yup, at 14 I was measuring women for bras and selling thongs. Interesting work. I did however have a better lingerie collection than most 30 year olds. Scary!<br />
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5. At the start of my junior year of college I started having panic attacks. For a while this turned into major anxiety disorder and agoraphobia. Anytime I would travel more than a few minutes from home I would get overcome with panic and would have to rush to the bathroom or pass out. I've seen my fair share of gas station bathrooms to last a lifetime and never did finish college or get my degree...yet!<br />
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6. I am a major day dreamer. Seriously, I can't turn it off.<br />
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7. Three years ago I did get to cross one item off my bucket list. My husband and I went sky diving in Las Vegas. See, I <strong><em>am </em></strong>bad ass! ;) A little advice if you chose to do the same - do <em><strong>NOT</strong></em>, under any circumstances, <em><strong>ever, ever, ever</strong></em> opt for the videotape. Nobody looks good while skydiving! When I go, that DVD is coming with me.<br />
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Seven newly discovered bloggers I enjoy (but there are so many more):<br />
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<a href="http://respecttheshoes.blogspot.com/">Respect the Shoes</a>, <a href="http://foundinmycloset.blogspot.com/">Found In My Closet</a>, <a href="http://jo-jo-phine.blogspot.com/">Jo Jo Phine</a>, <a href="http://www.kirstinmarie.com/">Kirsten Marie</a>, <a href="http://kristinaclemens.blogspot.com/">Kristina J</a>, <a href="http://mozzarellamakeup.blogspot.com/">Mozzarella & Makeup</a> and <a href="http://thegirliestboymom.blogspot.com/">The Girliest Boy Mom</a>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-43473152671512809972011-03-31T09:00:00.003-04:002011-03-31T09:00:09.647-04:00Anthropologie Shadowbox SkirtWhoops, totally forgot about this last review. I actually purchased this skirt the second it went on sale. Loved it from the first time I saw it, but ta nearly $200 it wasn't happening for me. I had such high hopes. While this is a gorgeous, well made skirt, it's just not for me. I felt it was a little too short. Also, my usual size was a bit snug making it feel quite uncomfortable and possibly causing it to sit higher up on my waist than intended. The tight fit also made the pockets flare out slightly on my hips. That's right! She has pockets too! But, short + tight = no bending or sitting without a show. Of course, my husband was all for it. Men! The print and the material though are so high end looking in my opinion. Really would've loved for this to have worked. It was returned. sigh...<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20318887&catId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&pushId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=468&color=009&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS-LONG&templateType=subCategory">Imprint Fossil Skirt</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUKWLsA_2M7czq5LNhoyYez6KOtlj7PckEVdwX8MkaNpWKndA1WesjkhkZMFy19_mp_QBwKaZyt06tBLClwSk2RitZ44jSTea3Ti6nxWmXZ9TRIT5wXwLhyphenhyphenT9FDVtlIf7BQosEJtrn-jc/s1600/Imprint+Fossil+Maxi.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUKWLsA_2M7czq5LNhoyYez6KOtlj7PckEVdwX8MkaNpWKndA1WesjkhkZMFy19_mp_QBwKaZyt06tBLClwSk2RitZ44jSTea3Ti6nxWmXZ9TRIT5wXwLhyphenhyphenT9FDVtlIf7BQosEJtrn-jc/s320/Imprint+Fossil+Maxi.jpg" width="213" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje6Tv3fkhb-u7-yC48UVQ9afW3fMfPiW9otj23wMh6mCujK9DsrE5BicA64B3IBSIEeHEZGevoTrv3rSbrNb551hkrUa5VTkoPEa-jghS6KXms-jSELZfZrEwOijgMqKB0hfsuodDcrRc/s1600/Imprint+Fossil+outfit.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje6Tv3fkhb-u7-yC48UVQ9afW3fMfPiW9otj23wMh6mCujK9DsrE5BicA64B3IBSIEeHEZGevoTrv3rSbrNb551hkrUa5VTkoPEa-jghS6KXms-jSELZfZrEwOijgMqKB0hfsuodDcrRc/s320/Imprint+Fossil+outfit.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Another that has been on my wishlist since it appeared on the site. Instant love! Ran a bit large so I sized down and the waist is still a very comfortable fit. Listed as an online exclusive, but the Edgewater store had all sizes in stock. This skirt is long. I am 5'6 and had to stand on my tiptoes for the pics to keep the dress off the ground. The bow can be tied on the side, front, or removed. I felt very feminine and light in this skirt. Took her home but I'm still unsure about what to pair with it so it may go back if I can't make it work. This is silk and dry clean only (bummer). Hoping it goes on sale and I can get a PA although $128 is not bad for a great quality silk maxi. Sadly, no pockets here.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxHTxYZNIT80qq2xFHHVeZ_BM12v9Gi2v8kw2lDL2MHznDnvtq_e6ZqvqKCs-6b6o2CxmOaxmrrl6W9ky8qTYY9cHfmiPPpSrPEojtzhQ9vhgtqxuxFAyJFgT4uRU4P9xXZMVFcVFpDsM/s1600/anthro+012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxHTxYZNIT80qq2xFHHVeZ_BM12v9Gi2v8kw2lDL2MHznDnvtq_e6ZqvqKCs-6b6o2CxmOaxmrrl6W9ky8qTYY9cHfmiPPpSrPEojtzhQ9vhgtqxuxFAyJFgT4uRU4P9xXZMVFcVFpDsM/s320/anthro+012.JPG" width="134" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhagzQ78ThSji_1vjwVq7d1OiBT7U7dEf05wDQjLunILi4JKkjujj7s8LE_dtK_aG6mTCve4mFL0U9a2NUx4ypTVgwGwlp4ZiRhwIWacG4SsPXIIYN6F3l_G5zIyCoYbZpaf-Ri6Ksifpw/s1600/anthro+013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhagzQ78ThSji_1vjwVq7d1OiBT7U7dEf05wDQjLunILi4JKkjujj7s8LE_dtK_aG6mTCve4mFL0U9a2NUx4ypTVgwGwlp4ZiRhwIWacG4SsPXIIYN6F3l_G5zIyCoYbZpaf-Ri6Ksifpw/s320/anthro+013.JPG" width="108" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20529483&catId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&pushId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=30&color=041&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&templateType=subCategory">Fountain of Youth Dress</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIvAAJ1Wxstoyhj7E9jC-NoRVjwWAnMta5AJD-yQQ41JkGqzvuCVG_qy6QTQfzAYz-f2fKXmUhzMGwSuLeFz-DREApiQ4xrkEqXMZ5yjIPsP_rBzYJhAorFeEbXJO4-lrxhEqnyeuPQPk/s1600/fountain+youth+dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIvAAJ1Wxstoyhj7E9jC-NoRVjwWAnMta5AJD-yQQ41JkGqzvuCVG_qy6QTQfzAYz-f2fKXmUhzMGwSuLeFz-DREApiQ4xrkEqXMZ5yjIPsP_rBzYJhAorFeEbXJO4-lrxhEqnyeuPQPk/s320/fountain+youth+dress.jpg" width="213" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi95kIAIMioscTTdY-9dzH8bG-rlB7xvIDyQmb3wh0BbCw0MZV9wwfpAmyg-7tkfevd1BkJt_tEr16Gq6HBzh_fXXUPmDA0lSeNpkUmv4gDhrBoD0C_Y4YpQLX9ENgOZU4G1VZD5wGCWVY/s1600/fountain+youth+back.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi95kIAIMioscTTdY-9dzH8bG-rlB7xvIDyQmb3wh0BbCw0MZV9wwfpAmyg-7tkfevd1BkJt_tEr16Gq6HBzh_fXXUPmDA0lSeNpkUmv4gDhrBoD0C_Y4YpQLX9ENgOZU4G1VZD5wGCWVY/s320/fountain+youth+back.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Instant love yet again. This dress would look good on anybody in my opinion. The material is somewhat stiff so it holds it shape and the style is classic with a little twist in back. Guess this would require a racer back or strapless bra. Once again we have fabulous pockets! Fit was TTS. This fit me like a glove. She's in my closet waiting for the first sign of nicer weather. Oh, and it's machine washable. Hello, sold!</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Bo6fCztSXJeN-odZxYPwtHVXn64_RWG8VeICcQOwRLi0VltCQNDRpJfCk9pkAi_X0y6wgyIsc-5dVSqgFrz2NeN0pyTq75WpEY42pvsWJRmVoCfZzbCfraAZiU43ezLmFSKyJ1N6tM0/s1600/anthro+034.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Bo6fCztSXJeN-odZxYPwtHVXn64_RWG8VeICcQOwRLi0VltCQNDRpJfCk9pkAi_X0y6wgyIsc-5dVSqgFrz2NeN0pyTq75WpEY42pvsWJRmVoCfZzbCfraAZiU43ezLmFSKyJ1N6tM0/s320/anthro+034.JPG" width="158" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuiMm1n_GZ4eQob9bFfMNhijqJ7KwJBktDnWMYorf346wKRvo9G0BtDAXXYWHTQK-ZTziqa8WX7C5U6zNjNf7TyIJkNYLYihdw4aD8nhyphenhyphenG99Zf0LJ0YsUZQWOnLeRptmVEaEoUuSig6Z4/s1600/anthro+035.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuiMm1n_GZ4eQob9bFfMNhijqJ7KwJBktDnWMYorf346wKRvo9G0BtDAXXYWHTQK-ZTziqa8WX7C5U6zNjNf7TyIJkNYLYihdw4aD8nhyphenhyphenG99Zf0LJ0YsUZQWOnLeRptmVEaEoUuSig6Z4/s320/anthro+035.JPG" width="145" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20702676&catId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&pushId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=30&color=041&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-DRESSES-PRINTED&templateType=subCategory">Sangatte Slip Dress</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp5yqvnGE4zCQ7ONLuRaoXrgYQXb464OVdtzfER_G-BZn7_GnV-lYLo0ctoADhYD6t2-9BLccrL58loTtfnMOzSiQX3DQA7U8KpTb-PyMxaUK3lKN3Xjms_xu_n4AkfRYN9A3gGylxMAg/s1600/sangatte+slip+dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjp5yqvnGE4zCQ7ONLuRaoXrgYQXb464OVdtzfER_G-BZn7_GnV-lYLo0ctoADhYD6t2-9BLccrL58loTtfnMOzSiQX3DQA7U8KpTb-PyMxaUK3lKN3Xjms_xu_n4AkfRYN9A3gGylxMAg/s320/sangatte+slip+dress.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>Flop. This dress was so cute on the hangar but I could not believe it was $138. Honestly, this feels like a $40 sundress that I could get anywhere. It was well made and fit TTS but didn't feel like anything special to me. Plus it was a major tummy pooch magnifier. I guess the waist seam just hit me in the very wrong place. All in all a very cute, simple little sundress. I loved the smocked elasticized back and the print. Just not the dress for me. I can see this working on smaller or curvier body types though. Athletic body types (read that as those with muscular shoulders and chests) would be great too.<br />
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</div><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20531281&catId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&pushId=CLOTHES-DRESSES&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=30&color=041&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-DRESSES-SOLID&templateType=subCategory">Spring Ready Dress</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtlHlmfJ98-Y2c1ySxA2qTtcE1SqyKwJC5KkXMYkxBv8MEOA2ojkfYayvpiq1CHXvc5xahP0CQeDloFnnHxWvfrTS8yPrT9KrN_xCAXKUg3e_6w9VI0vH173gtPgJHohbI6X6j83QOcFk/s1600/spring+ready+dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtlHlmfJ98-Y2c1ySxA2qTtcE1SqyKwJC5KkXMYkxBv8MEOA2ojkfYayvpiq1CHXvc5xahP0CQeDloFnnHxWvfrTS8yPrT9KrN_xCAXKUg3e_6w9VI0vH173gtPgJHohbI6X6j83QOcFk/s320/spring+ready+dress.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>Adorable on the site and on the hangar. Great non-sale price at $98. Who doesn't love a wrap style dress, right? Well, this didn't work for me. I felt it ran very large and just looked sloppy. It was like I was lost in a sea of rayon. Curvy girls will rock this dress hard though. Loved the armholes (which is an odd thing to point out, but I did). No pockets here and dry clean only. Left this one at the store. Navy only on the site but green and navy available in stores.<br />
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</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-53608273026153258872011-03-29T09:00:00.001-04:002011-03-29T09:00:09.491-04:00Latisse - 90 Day ProgressFinally! The three month mark in my little Latisse experiment. Between now and next month is when the big changes are supposed to take place. I didn't notice until I looked at my photos, but the lashes are darker and appear thicker. Not much more in the length department since last month, but my lashes do look better than ever.<br />
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No side effects thus far either. As reported by other girls, I did have some stray lash hairs show up at the inner corners of my eyes that required plucking. Gross and painful!!<br />
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I think we'll give this one more month and then I'll switch over to a drug store lash enhancing product. The price of Latisse is just not something I can justify any longer. I'd rather buy shoes with that money!<br />
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Without further ado, here are my comparison pics. Day 1 versus Day 90.<br />
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Day 1 top, Day 90 bottom:<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=19485275&catId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&pushId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=174&color=064&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&templateType=subCategory">Place for Everything Skirt</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtzo1oEnlsR93uEM2jurYc8Xr6gFSEyhfeTOrwwDD35jU49K5pc5E4QQ1tnnjntBXFLm8RLHJiRiz8HCyXnZi2q784dF3Cqdr8IHV0zMRbQGsOe1EbjqzbDLQfLwgxd705GAyn0i2vwj0/s1600/place+for+everything+skirt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjtzo1oEnlsR93uEM2jurYc8Xr6gFSEyhfeTOrwwDD35jU49K5pc5E4QQ1tnnjntBXFLm8RLHJiRiz8HCyXnZi2q784dF3Cqdr8IHV0zMRbQGsOe1EbjqzbDLQfLwgxd705GAyn0i2vwj0/s320/place+for+everything+skirt.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>Honestly, I didn't even have to try this on. I knew I'd love it for casual summer days and I did. The fit is perfect, quality is high and it's machine washable. Fits TTS, hits at a comfortable spot on my waist without cutting into the muffin top. I just really love it. This came home with me and will get plenty of wear this summer.<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii4VgdDEa203XS4aKDOwTItoCxEEdwnyLMktZ73t-eU6ppnIIGOVj-gLrr-mToQ39Q3m91cuLq4e5PjAOU5HW8EAZT1vshdAykSa5EdRLC2LzFkiVtlPxiNyT6FjaRXCimUbF2weuYJNs/s1600/anthro+009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii4VgdDEa203XS4aKDOwTItoCxEEdwnyLMktZ73t-eU6ppnIIGOVj-gLrr-mToQ39Q3m91cuLq4e5PjAOU5HW8EAZT1vshdAykSa5EdRLC2LzFkiVtlPxiNyT6FjaRXCimUbF2weuYJNs/s320/anthro+009.JPG" width="164" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim8xgD0RLL_u28j5yJ2SufXWc2eM4rOgJIeJh-Lx64iQ0ebjWCmUAPYhk_Y7eiJRe0TQILEHI_caHs2n6wQcquWUpW04fJwo6RbFcjJTHBPwB1E6TiTzTJf2O964Fcuv-2YgLR0rxw3UE/s1600/anthro+007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEim8xgD0RLL_u28j5yJ2SufXWc2eM4rOgJIeJh-Lx64iQ0ebjWCmUAPYhk_Y7eiJRe0TQILEHI_caHs2n6wQcquWUpW04fJwo6RbFcjJTHBPwB1E6TiTzTJf2O964Fcuv-2YgLR0rxw3UE/s320/anthro+007.JPG" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: left;">Picked up the <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=20296752&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS">Banter Top</a> to go with it. Just a nice light summer shirt. I loved the details. This ran large in my opinion. I am wearing an XS here.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNCR6jc81yThyphenhyphenADuIgLF1ICJSmZWwkmPMQOXUH8lFNob88112-G2qy4218pv4SnrH31lqXbX5nicyun7TgOGWwe24DUXF4FBPGfrvqVh0Du4x_U9q57x3r5m_GHlGzsGNd8Lc7glP9oak/s1600/banter+top.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNCR6jc81yThyphenhyphenADuIgLF1ICJSmZWwkmPMQOXUH8lFNob88112-G2qy4218pv4SnrH31lqXbX5nicyun7TgOGWwe24DUXF4FBPGfrvqVh0Du4x_U9q57x3r5m_GHlGzsGNd8Lc7glP9oak/s320/banter+top.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20532206&catId=CLOTHES-NEW-SKIRTS&pushId=CLOTHES-NEW-SKIRTS&popId=CLOTHES-NEW&navAction=middle&navCount=636&color=009&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=templateC">First Light Skirt</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkh7LtoIFZz4-22avrTPgXDI-hdXBZn_qz_unOHxwU925-l8tbJXOfVQjuX1rkSOfQ0VV74TaAVqvRjN13KV7iym17BeEshxHXOOKp7FV3ngTFL_Z54ZZ8wbdJwPO2uPvZS3ZqnYh6SKk/s1600/First+Light+skirt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkh7LtoIFZz4-22avrTPgXDI-hdXBZn_qz_unOHxwU925-l8tbJXOfVQjuX1rkSOfQ0VV74TaAVqvRjN13KV7iym17BeEshxHXOOKp7FV3ngTFL_Z54ZZ8wbdJwPO2uPvZS3ZqnYh6SKk/s320/First+Light+skirt.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Seeing as how this was an Eva Franco <em><strong>and </strong></em>a pencil skirt, I had to try it on. Sadly, my usual size felt too tight. This could be because of the cookies I can't stop putting in my face lately, but nonetheless, it was snug and I would have to size up. Overall the fit was flattering. Can't go wrong with vertical stripes. The waist detail was so cute but hits me right at my problem area - the tummy pooch. On sale, in a larger size and if I can stop eating cookies, I would buy this in a heartbeat. It is very simple yet there is something special about it as well. Even for $128, this is one very well made, high quality item that is essentially a classic. Not sure how she does it, but Eva always manages to give me a little bit o' booty too.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSsdnkZH4467Nh-23Cw8m4ZM6aENvSCRcANnEExFeL67emfCp6hQbNZvh_zlXsiVwJyXvyfmHqWjR4ZjlEdl8MVPqFum3H42CRGPrQPvAsFWFg3DXrPZimfyluK7SIQjj5NXkH7k6_ZWM/s1600/anthro+018.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSsdnkZH4467Nh-23Cw8m4ZM6aENvSCRcANnEExFeL67emfCp6hQbNZvh_zlXsiVwJyXvyfmHqWjR4ZjlEdl8MVPqFum3H42CRGPrQPvAsFWFg3DXrPZimfyluK7SIQjj5NXkH7k6_ZWM/s320/anthro+018.JPG" width="150" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7gcla2dOI6lDl-B5i7pEoZxKCTmgk8hBNuYmVIDFMI7wiyDy8CskkoEPWJDgYhPQX0cJfPDlUFjIua11IeH_-nWKHH1V4KEzW1ncfoa9vBZXIv0mu9W0H_gNINjS0sB2nE0NLnA0PC4/s1600/anthro+019.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje7gcla2dOI6lDl-B5i7pEoZxKCTmgk8hBNuYmVIDFMI7wiyDy8CskkoEPWJDgYhPQX0cJfPDlUFjIua11IeH_-nWKHH1V4KEzW1ncfoa9vBZXIv0mu9W0H_gNINjS0sB2nE0NLnA0PC4/s320/anthro+019.JPG" width="183" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20290318&catId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&pushId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=174&color=038&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&templateType=subCategory">Ancient Myths Skirt</a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0HTL8bjaxcFoy80dMjbYt1HGTs-QMTwhqavcMulS3Vm6j2cpDeq3qZIvStQtelr40_6ih1513yWy3Qffg1TH_pUZ_hXeF83ySvka433LiLOQgNoGG1i8OR2F9wDBaw8HLtOSD1kMM00A/s1600/Ancient+Myths+skirt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0HTL8bjaxcFoy80dMjbYt1HGTs-QMTwhqavcMulS3Vm6j2cpDeq3qZIvStQtelr40_6ih1513yWy3Qffg1TH_pUZ_hXeF83ySvka433LiLOQgNoGG1i8OR2F9wDBaw8HLtOSD1kMM00A/s320/Ancient+Myths+skirt.jpg" width="213" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMpjUy_KMQhaSoGF3_jtZrKmCfdeKq-YDtpSOpPuXL2Pszfi1bh_sGtAnZhJbAClebo0vY0E2vtJNSgHJ4bbWtzbjfdGjxHoFJUDl4wzpUMRo4Gj1qjM4Oh6LzmFA3jg8ODKVoFgrhQT4/s1600/Ancient+Myths+outfit.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMpjUy_KMQhaSoGF3_jtZrKmCfdeKq-YDtpSOpPuXL2Pszfi1bh_sGtAnZhJbAClebo0vY0E2vtJNSgHJ4bbWtzbjfdGjxHoFJUDl4wzpUMRo4Gj1qjM4Oh6LzmFA3jg8ODKVoFgrhQT4/s320/Ancient+Myths+outfit.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I so very much wanted to love this one. It's been on my wishlist ever since the spring catalog came out. Unfortunately, there is NO shape to this whatsoever. The way the seam runs down the front just looks matronly. It looks like something a high schooler would've made in Home Ec in the 60s. Comfortable? Extremely. But not at all cute. Also, there are pockets on the sides and the stiffness of the pocket lining made the skirt stick out at the hips. Maybe with a different top? Maybe if I was 3 inches taller and didn't have a pooch it would've worked. With great sadness, this one went back to the rack.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgudvqtNSYZyL7CR8bG8W5AyIe2jtTSuOCbaX30hJrEh9XCVtSuYBvdXpEXxf-wsSKVqpcmKAsn6ZGpeCfB3jrYFxgpiNT8EKg4cKk6dpR-7vQITV8HYG4HGVZi9Tf2bVcsjSU0olf7HOk/s1600/anthro+010.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgudvqtNSYZyL7CR8bG8W5AyIe2jtTSuOCbaX30hJrEh9XCVtSuYBvdXpEXxf-wsSKVqpcmKAsn6ZGpeCfB3jrYFxgpiNT8EKg4cKk6dpR-7vQITV8HYG4HGVZi9Tf2bVcsjSU0olf7HOk/s320/anthro+010.JPG" width="156" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdoz5e1X-EvjY0nbJCNvi7M0ztiYBCbCGKv3A3g6PaB58kid78u52oYOe54psh_3ki1x5NycE0T_8NrVe7JRy8fq3C0cA6I0MjuAZMcklkNJnq1F1VR5AErN1nkJVR5O-nebS4yEHsfng/s1600/anthro+011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdoz5e1X-EvjY0nbJCNvi7M0ztiYBCbCGKv3A3g6PaB58kid78u52oYOe54psh_3ki1x5NycE0T_8NrVe7JRy8fq3C0cA6I0MjuAZMcklkNJnq1F1VR5AErN1nkJVR5O-nebS4yEHsfng/s320/anthro+011.JPG" width="132" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20095295&catId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS-PENCIL&pushId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS-PENCIL&popId=CLOTHES-SKIRTS&navAction=middle&navCount=186&color=041&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=D">Cultural Heritage Skirt</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKvWfmc16J2HvTZebYeb7YJi8QoqfnaVi3MDeRaRGjzl11dWnvJk74Sc5FxZmR2sLg_WtuRjvNXM9ga4Mh6rVll4UI9eZIhQ6XiNiUKaR38oVnuGdDuGtEgx9bod1CR3B3eSeuP1I48-A/s1600/Cultural+Heritage+Skirt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKvWfmc16J2HvTZebYeb7YJi8QoqfnaVi3MDeRaRGjzl11dWnvJk74Sc5FxZmR2sLg_WtuRjvNXM9ga4Mh6rVll4UI9eZIhQ6XiNiUKaR38oVnuGdDuGtEgx9bod1CR3B3eSeuP1I48-A/s320/Cultural+Heritage+Skirt.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Well, it's a pencil skirt in every sense of the word. I loved it so much. The polka dot print and red seaming at the waist just added to the overall vintage feel. The fit was true to size. With the high waist though, it accentuates my belly and flat butt (I need Eva Franco here for some rear help). With a waist length sweater it would've been fine, but I just didn't love her enough to take her home. Perhaps on sale we will revisit. If pencil skirts are your thing, do <em><strong>NOT</strong></em> miss this one. It is so cute and so timeless, it will be gone quick I'm sure.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG7K8o0HENIr2_H6xfBLGiDHa25lxlBG364GGLljaoTuQ7SDJEKXHz0Ew2SihfvYg2TXVNIePabCiJ0AIcn42PtdiNVWU1bFP-n3NFMvJ5LVzrLghRDhecF57aW1GahI5hyxOud_7GMtw/s1600/anthro+023.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG7K8o0HENIr2_H6xfBLGiDHa25lxlBG364GGLljaoTuQ7SDJEKXHz0Ew2SihfvYg2TXVNIePabCiJ0AIcn42PtdiNVWU1bFP-n3NFMvJ5LVzrLghRDhecF57aW1GahI5hyxOud_7GMtw/s320/anthro+023.JPG" width="179" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7BEsJkbcdFIG1fDw613KsZaC292Us50PjiEuoeEK-TLJmYW7GeCDneLiMosnfDpLH2jGNqn4xlalwLZLzB5nKrJBK7ivsV_sLBqb92utHzL-lOBYiPJSrWHxI8oegKVqkmvuEYpEtMwI/s1600/anthro+021.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7BEsJkbcdFIG1fDw613KsZaC292Us50PjiEuoeEK-TLJmYW7GeCDneLiMosnfDpLH2jGNqn4xlalwLZLzB5nKrJBK7ivsV_sLBqb92utHzL-lOBYiPJSrWHxI8oegKVqkmvuEYpEtMwI/s320/anthro+021.JPG" width="122" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Anybody else digging this season's skirt styles? Do you enjoy the resurgence of the pencil skirt (did it really ever go away)? I do, so so much. I'm off to break out my Brazil Butt Lift DVDs again so I can buy that polka dot number!</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-40062571101587765052011-03-26T15:25:00.001-04:002011-03-26T15:26:31.808-04:00Anthro Reviews - Sugar Work, Quiet Blush, Slubby TulipAhh to have a Saturday to myself. So what did I do? Well, I had to return most of my sale order to Anthropologie and figured I'd try a few (well, more than a few) things on. Did a little purchasing as well.<br />
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Here's some of my fitting room fun.<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=20025045&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS">Sugar Work Skirt</a><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY0YRnuGaqY1UJaQQP9LeCrmmoorV1MYgv0bXY2_QbRWG_6oZ8f574NTpXljiInvBd1eIxCCcItU28CY0VGbpqfzkp0wrf6lLDK-0MdwYq00c7jYr0rg9f9zKtdzE_FUueJrzYK_tPkMs/s1600/sugar+work+skirt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY0YRnuGaqY1UJaQQP9LeCrmmoorV1MYgv0bXY2_QbRWG_6oZ8f574NTpXljiInvBd1eIxCCcItU28CY0VGbpqfzkp0wrf6lLDK-0MdwYq00c7jYr0rg9f9zKtdzE_FUueJrzYK_tPkMs/s320/sugar+work+skirt.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>This skirt is so cute! I totally knew it was coming home with me before trying it on. It is a great length, heavy weight material that holds it's shape, and it has pockets. There is nothing I don't like about it. My husband is not a fan of the "poufy" skirts as he puts it but that's his issue. The fit was TTS. Here's me in the fitting room:<br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSHie9VDS3piRGwMALJ8fiErMrFVZnjfpnz7SNeFCEWX4siMGsae3FTuWmOc9QcJcAJBvfq7VTHIN8JO51MhmJTfcRFZYxZPvHddxFxggrQbe8KAA0JRd-mgbHBMqD8NmkTpmld2ZP3qU/s1600/Quiet+Blush+dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSHie9VDS3piRGwMALJ8fiErMrFVZnjfpnz7SNeFCEWX4siMGsae3FTuWmOc9QcJcAJBvfq7VTHIN8JO51MhmJTfcRFZYxZPvHddxFxggrQbe8KAA0JRd-mgbHBMqD8NmkTpmld2ZP3qU/s320/Quiet+Blush+dress.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">I know this one has been done and done and done before. Don't believe I read any reviews where the blogger loved it. I always loved it on them though so I was happy to get my hands on one today. As is typical, I'm going against the grain here. I love it. Not with the dark tank I have on underneath, or my messy hair, but dressed up right, this is a very sweet and feminine dress. The fit was perfect and TTS. The fabric was very free flowing and the sash hit in just the right spot although I do wish it was a tad wider. As seen in the Anthro site pic, it looks nice without the sash too and that's probably what I would do. I like that the lining was a separate slip from the dress. This did not come home with me, but if it gets marked down, I'm all over it.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5FLCGc8DjyhJ3jf2mXx2JXQ9lKH8B_ZZ4CSDnny9b5SWkiqJSwIMxcA3jxxBmwSBWgOBg_bPavdxue74DKpOi2-GwOAuBf1EvS9lFwXcQ049udwv9ci5YRUlP2BC5EvpDF7bQXuK3_Eo/s1600/anthro+025.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5FLCGc8DjyhJ3jf2mXx2JXQ9lKH8B_ZZ4CSDnny9b5SWkiqJSwIMxcA3jxxBmwSBWgOBg_bPavdxue74DKpOi2-GwOAuBf1EvS9lFwXcQ049udwv9ci5YRUlP2BC5EvpDF7bQXuK3_Eo/s320/anthro+025.JPG" width="185" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgexmAmlVwE-7AKvlk4yIXNu3dWWru-7wYVM-AXwqceptura9tTrmp68aMQma8m_noXX1OYSdoLKdnfF8dhpbeylVGydet8Wsp10ycw3qk_aBRrwATHoyhTXEjCZGmcQC0sH5080H8qg3o/s1600/anthro+026.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgexmAmlVwE-7AKvlk4yIXNu3dWWru-7wYVM-AXwqceptura9tTrmp68aMQma8m_noXX1OYSdoLKdnfF8dhpbeylVGydet8Wsp10ycw3qk_aBRrwATHoyhTXEjCZGmcQC0sH5080H8qg3o/s320/anthro+026.JPG" width="138" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQlkin62fDUHeNSWEUHqGIIrqP9gFePl9uF_p9nw1-g6K6Auk6dVukt_C3e27gm_JFZ5YX6-ybxUmnCZil6VZx3zd-7LL4e6bl7HFkouZLA7-1eNGp96Hw7DEm3jBvJ18Pj_SRTRX_4Gg/s1600/anthro+027.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQlkin62fDUHeNSWEUHqGIIrqP9gFePl9uF_p9nw1-g6K6Auk6dVukt_C3e27gm_JFZ5YX6-ybxUmnCZil6VZx3zd-7LL4e6bl7HFkouZLA7-1eNGp96Hw7DEm3jBvJ18Pj_SRTRX_4Gg/s320/anthro+027.JPG" width="195" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?navAction=jump&id=20393468&parentid=SEARCH_RESULTS"> Slubby Tulip Dress</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3k_gmWH_jtR4t0Y3TFEsXJmouMvn7NvZoJebL7KhicWGq5P0qfFxh5I-Gj0IRJ6cYZJNjUp8a9-3845kJ5KTsBGX82Xbkv_u91vrg0SPWRNEVh_8Z4XEYBk6llvElXiahG9sySSOBeTA/s1600/slubby+tulip+dress.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3k_gmWH_jtR4t0Y3TFEsXJmouMvn7NvZoJebL7KhicWGq5P0qfFxh5I-Gj0IRJ6cYZJNjUp8a9-3845kJ5KTsBGX82Xbkv_u91vrg0SPWRNEVh_8Z4XEYBk6llvElXiahG9sySSOBeTA/s320/slubby+tulip+dress.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">This dress looked so comfy and pretty on the rack that I had to try it on. And that's where the love affair ended. The fabric is cute, it is super comfy and I love the back. BUT, it did nothing for me whatsoever. Ran large in my opinion. I am wearing an XS here and it felt too loose in the waist. There is elastic there but it didn't stay up where I would've liked it. Perhaps this would be a great dress for curvier girls because it is very light and pretty. On me it just accentuates my lack of boobs and butt. Not the look we're going for. :)</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLBg1CazYu9KQ35x9cincsBG3DUNXl2_ohYYCg-eloVnf4gRsetzhsJAg0tTctqkjLd1HDYrY0Ss8hCBNi0-zUe3d_CEmMzArKoOLwEHvUtBOc-mujH86ToXUcoP0BlIcC0AjLw4onrXk/s1600/anthro+036.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLBg1CazYu9KQ35x9cincsBG3DUNXl2_ohYYCg-eloVnf4gRsetzhsJAg0tTctqkjLd1HDYrY0Ss8hCBNi0-zUe3d_CEmMzArKoOLwEHvUtBOc-mujH86ToXUcoP0BlIcC0AjLw4onrXk/s320/anthro+036.JPG" width="140" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio8jLoGg7Cat_d0hrFYk6TVjrnE1scNF-ysXg9LKoTmoknKBi2tEbHLqA5StJu5fMErCFIOCUUqFZWu3ywbd0aUk5vERMrB5IU1d_yhbai0ENOF4QtiNKE2_9zIrZ7YwWDLIMNpvJ1Bos/s1600/anthro+037.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio8jLoGg7Cat_d0hrFYk6TVjrnE1scNF-ysXg9LKoTmoknKBi2tEbHLqA5StJu5fMErCFIOCUUqFZWu3ywbd0aUk5vERMrB5IU1d_yhbai0ENOF4QtiNKE2_9zIrZ7YwWDLIMNpvJ1Bos/s320/anthro+037.JPG" width="123" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqKBGGrHPOyELX8p3zOdYXnO20IXZ9x8ES8OYScbaldtHmFPJ9mw5yX95SmjkHRkZUVvQn8V9Zj6eccLiDEAj-u81gdOBJO9NU30AZ6XdArJMjiSugxpOVXys0SiG3TVyzr4Vc-pxq8pU/s1600/anthro+038.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqKBGGrHPOyELX8p3zOdYXnO20IXZ9x8ES8OYScbaldtHmFPJ9mw5yX95SmjkHRkZUVvQn8V9Zj6eccLiDEAj-u81gdOBJO9NU30AZ6XdArJMjiSugxpOVXys0SiG3TVyzr4Vc-pxq8pU/s320/anthro+038.JPG" width="153" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">As you can probably tell from the fitting room pics, I tried on a <em><strong>ton</strong></em> of stuff. More reviews to come.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
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Anybody else really missing warm weather? I don't need 80s, although that would be great, but can I just leave my damn gloves and coat at home already??!!<br />
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Here's my cold weather alternative to a beautiful feminine dress that's begging to be worn. I really love this sweater. The details and fit are very nice, but something about the collar reminds me of that ruffly ring clowns wear around their neck (see close up below). What do you think?<br />
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I did make a discovery today. I have <strong><em>no </em></strong>bright colors in my closet. There is color yes, but bright color, no. A nice bright tank would've been better under this sweater today in my opinion. Gonna have to remedy that with more shopping!!<br />
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Ok, ok, I admit it - I changed into flats before work.Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-11187576902628189322011-03-24T10:47:00.002-04:002011-03-24T10:47:51.559-04:00Beautiful Photography & Clothing - Ruche!<div><embed src="http://static.issuu.com/webembed/viewers/style1/v1/IssuuViewer.swf" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" menu="false" quality="high" scale="noscale" salign="l" flashvars="mode=embed&layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&showFlipBtn=true&documentId=110321225720-cf36c3dbea8c4c13826ff7610c198528&docName=ruche_spr11_2&username=shopruche&loadingInfoText=A%20Garden%20Daydream%20-%20Ruche%20Lookbook%20Spring%202011%20vol.2&et=1300977798520&er=66" style="width:420px;height:274px" name="flashticker" align="middle"></embed><div style="width:420px;text-align:left;"><a href="http://issuu.com/shopruche/docs/ruche_spr11_2?mode=embed&layout=http%3A%2F%2Fskin.issuu.com%2Fv%2Flight%2Flayout.xml&showFlipBtn=true" target="_blank">Open publication</a> - Free <a href="http://issuu.com" target="_blank">publishing</a> - <a href="http://issuu.com/search?q=catalog" target="_blank">More catalog</a></div></div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-12169009604586460852011-03-23T09:00:00.003-04:002011-03-23T09:00:17.438-04:00Land's End Canvas Reviews (pic heavy)Confession - I am loving Land's End's intro of the Canvas line. The updated yet classic styles are perfect, the prices are affordable. And the fact that it's available at my local Sears is awesome. Plus, there are always coupon codes available and online orders typically arrive with a discount card towards your next purchase.<br />
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My summer haul is below. Overall, I'm extremely happy with the fit and quality of what I purchased. Some items came from Sears and some I ordered online with a 25% off code.<br />
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<a href="http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/EmpireWaistDress~220545_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::DY4&CM_MERCH=IDX_00017__0000002209&origin=index">Sleeveless Empire Waist Dress</a>. First pics shown with <a href="http://www.blogger.com/"><span id="goog_1181360493"></span>Freehand Tartan Belt</a> <span id="goog_1181360494"></span>from Anthropologie.<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSeanFFWyhLgJ_tnLNxeqGR4l3rbva1sekyxcthjyWphzLk-8pHptsKP_JMzx7las6kcuPc3DghIl2s3mXoqUIgkCqvRgwS243mJoZV0j3OSW9BMOQh1fwEN4QkKXs_JufN9f-NVU5NIU/s1600/041.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSeanFFWyhLgJ_tnLNxeqGR4l3rbva1sekyxcthjyWphzLk-8pHptsKP_JMzx7las6kcuPc3DghIl2s3mXoqUIgkCqvRgwS243mJoZV0j3OSW9BMOQh1fwEN4QkKXs_JufN9f-NVU5NIU/s320/041.JPG" width="106" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyCvex8goeEvbVYMxZfHXYIYE93vsCalyZtF4ud0cN4WdhyNVIVAnYyAm9Xtas5_cMcJg5Fg8KyHGt7rYMeCVp7UQl2LJSmgg-nzMs_1bJ5otJ_1lbxj8GBbo_9HAbDfIPrtrN50chdZQ/s1600/040.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyCvex8goeEvbVYMxZfHXYIYE93vsCalyZtF4ud0cN4WdhyNVIVAnYyAm9Xtas5_cMcJg5Fg8KyHGt7rYMeCVp7UQl2LJSmgg-nzMs_1bJ5otJ_1lbxj8GBbo_9HAbDfIPrtrN50chdZQ/s320/040.JPG" width="109" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6L8OfzYS2zd6-5rhdIGib-ZbzEmG9RSQUpECATXtXv05EDk4d5mR2peVMXsgJqzVGj0Vw_aDhDtisxsUP_agh89HzIv1PLJUmKV6t0R53Z-YwOYhPgVTqNMqVq_dqDL0EjSdSQ1W6Emc/s1600/042.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6L8OfzYS2zd6-5rhdIGib-ZbzEmG9RSQUpECATXtXv05EDk4d5mR2peVMXsgJqzVGj0Vw_aDhDtisxsUP_agh89HzIv1PLJUmKV6t0R53Z-YwOYhPgVTqNMqVq_dqDL0EjSdSQ1W6Emc/s320/042.JPG" width="98" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-3pOl3qEw6zQ/TYPxeAB2j1I/AAAAAAAABAo/KH40wcSGEDM/s1600/044.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-3pOl3qEw6zQ/TYPxeAB2j1I/AAAAAAAABAo/KH40wcSGEDM/s320/044.JPG" width="125" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thoughts: This dress is light and beautiful. The only thing I would change is to add pockets. This dress screams for pockets! Runs exactly true to size. The length is great so no fear of giving a show and the entire dress is lined. Highly recommended. I probably won't wear it with the belt shown here, but it would look great with a brown belt or just by itself. It does seem like it may wrinkle easily so that is something to keep in mind.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/PatternSkirt~219637_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::LY2&CM_MERCH=IDX_00017__0000002209&origin=index">Pleated Pattern Skirt</a>:</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Hw8e4e6B-Xo/TYPyxy-Hw3I/AAAAAAAABAs/mNoxHXlRMsM/s1600/025.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Hw8e4e6B-Xo/TYPyxy-Hw3I/AAAAAAAABAs/mNoxHXlRMsM/s320/025.JPG" width="105" /></a><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7AQ-vPkuFXk/TYPyzzfO78I/AAAAAAAABAw/tTqcD8EQ0_Y/s1600/026.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-7AQ-vPkuFXk/TYPyzzfO78I/AAAAAAAABAw/tTqcD8EQ0_Y/s320/026.JPG" width="125" /></a><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-uKglW1NdBxg/TYPy2SJQ-tI/AAAAAAAABA0/JEpv_9BWrqI/s1600/028.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-uKglW1NdBxg/TYPy2SJQ-tI/AAAAAAAABA0/JEpv_9BWrqI/s320/028.JPG" width="133" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;">Thoughts: Another LOVE. And this one does have pockets. Yay! This particular pattern appears to be sold out online, but there were plenty available at my local Sears. Again, fully lined and an excellent length. Super light weight for summer. Cannot wait to wear it. Runs true to size. I'm considering stocking up on the other patterns available. And apparently something about this skirt smelled very intriguing to Rico.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/LightweightMiniShorts~220574_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::TVY&CM_MERCH=IDX_00017__0000002202&origin=index">Lightweight Mini Shorts</a> and <a href="http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/BoyfriendVneckPocketTee~203253_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::WHI&CM_MERCH=IDX_00017__0000002201&origin=index">Boyfriend Pocket Tee</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Ov8eX2wv6vE/TYP0hXaIkgI/AAAAAAAABA4/FXmrTBQyZhQ/s1600/030.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="302" r6="true" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-Ov8eX2wv6vE/TYP0hXaIkgI/AAAAAAAABA4/FXmrTBQyZhQ/s320/030.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ksjTJWmK6Zg/TYP0jGUb7kI/AAAAAAAABA8/jOcPVGpy-hQ/s1600/031.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ksjTJWmK6Zg/TYP0jGUb7kI/AAAAAAAABA8/jOcPVGpy-hQ/s320/031.JPG" width="89" /></a><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RUj33YzhUHU/TYP0k5OcrxI/AAAAAAAABBA/cjYYKvQOOEc/s1600/032.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RUj33YzhUHU/TYP0k5OcrxI/AAAAAAAABBA/cjYYKvQOOEc/s320/032.JPG" width="125" /></a><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-6rydnQRA-vU/TYP0mnODaBI/AAAAAAAABBE/vysvFd7h4Qc/s1600/033.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-6rydnQRA-vU/TYP0mnODaBI/AAAAAAAABBE/vysvFd7h4Qc/s320/033.JPG" width="103" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Thoughts: Much shorter than I expected. At my age, I'd be too self conscious to wear these outside the house. I will be returning them for the longer length though (<a href="http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/ChinoShorts~219648_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::QAI&CM_MERCH=IDX_00017__0000002202&origin=index">available here</a>). The price was right and these are sturdy, well made shorts in a classic style. Runs true to size and does not cut into the muffin top (gotta love that). The tee shirt is a tee shirt. Classic style, nice soft cotton. Runs a bit large in my opinion. I will go back for more colors. Several colors are available on the site for $6.99 and $8.99 before further discounts. Run, don't walk. These will not last and you can never have too many plain tees.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="http://canvas.landsend.com/pp/TheHeritageCardigan~203167_-1.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::IP2&CM_MERCH=IDX_00017__0000002201&origin=index">The Heritage Cardigan</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GSG2mCo97YA/TYP11HODFII/AAAAAAAABBI/4Y7jn3FulZM/s1600/035.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GSG2mCo97YA/TYP11HODFII/AAAAAAAABBI/4Y7jn3FulZM/s320/035.JPG" width="89" /></a><a href="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-BGHRUvlVqmU/TYP13GcVu7I/AAAAAAAABBM/ia5Dpd0GKsA/s1600/036.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-BGHRUvlVqmU/TYP13GcVu7I/AAAAAAAABBM/ia5Dpd0GKsA/s320/036.JPG" width="113" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Thoughts: How can you go wrong. It's a basic cardigan. This is a somewhat heavier weight than a J Crew or Gap cardi though and probably won't work in the real heat of summer. I find the length a little long to be worn with fuller dresses, but it is versatile for everything else from pants to shorts to pencil skirts. This color was available on the website for $22.99 along with several others. Full price is under $40 regardless which is a steal for this quality in my opinion.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; text-align: left;">And that's it. That is what I have accumulated from Land's End thus far. There are many other items I'd love to have and overall I am very happy with the quality. Never thought I'd go into Sears for anything other than appliances either! Have you tried LE Canvas yet?</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-44804874672347368682011-03-22T10:54:00.003-04:002011-03-21T11:07:12.365-04:00OOTD - First Day of Spring & a B-DayThis year on the first day of spring we had a party to go to. My little nephew (actually, he's my grand nephew but that just makes me sound much older than 37) is turning 2. Party was held at my sister-in-law's house and the weather was pretty nice. Warm sun but the wind had a bit of bite to it. I figured a good ole cardigan was the way to go here.<br />
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And luckily I decided not to have my new Paige Lou Lou's hemmed before washing and drying them. The length is now perfect for the wedges I would typically wear with these. Probably could lose an inch off the bottom, but after seeing how much they shrunk, I'm just going to keep 'em as is.<br />
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The kids all had a blast playing outside for the first time in a while!<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCtLHQBFQ5vJ_o3z-hSIuEr2Z5m8zgHJjEqfGPtd_hAi4GbvyxJPZcr9e63H-7Ei8N6hzI6fXR_25oxgIzhkoMvvnkrZKoChIJVVaY7eXczWPMr-zJucB4H4tQH3UGn2kUe1WNtGeY1j0/s1600/020.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCtLHQBFQ5vJ_o3z-hSIuEr2Z5m8zgHJjEqfGPtd_hAi4GbvyxJPZcr9e63H-7Ei8N6hzI6fXR_25oxgIzhkoMvvnkrZKoChIJVVaY7eXczWPMr-zJucB4H4tQH3UGn2kUe1WNtGeY1j0/s320/020.JPG" width="214" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGVblZziB2B9iCnQYdI2cR2UQtuIms1jLObV3kWdBWel2pAdxsYkHSx0eMs64eGx4kqzRL7gKMTzPyFo3sb45BUgFJaFfFSnhx7YpFufn2aXAlm5Otslw6TDvaX9X6bjXn9AW98hT5bK8/s1600/031.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGVblZziB2B9iCnQYdI2cR2UQtuIms1jLObV3kWdBWel2pAdxsYkHSx0eMs64eGx4kqzRL7gKMTzPyFo3sb45BUgFJaFfFSnhx7YpFufn2aXAlm5Otslw6TDvaX9X6bjXn9AW98hT5bK8/s320/031.JPG" width="214" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"> The beautiful birthday boy. Can you say eyelashes for miles!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfO_fVF8orQIgUHsEWSAZJzM-I3XeOur_bqyV4SXX7b9OBQajq6RC4fDmg8IBLIeYMhv98koSTMZncVSJXj_NazmsmDX_lire_PKCUBB2TdxD45SOcZflp3OHV46cMWzrmgW6w5Xec-6E/s1600/038.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="214" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfO_fVF8orQIgUHsEWSAZJzM-I3XeOur_bqyV4SXX7b9OBQajq6RC4fDmg8IBLIeYMhv98koSTMZncVSJXj_NazmsmDX_lire_PKCUBB2TdxD45SOcZflp3OHV46cMWzrmgW6w5Xec-6E/s320/038.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>And we had skebbies for dinner. This is my grand niece and her first spaghetti slurp.<br />
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</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7600873790076363750.post-59013744998531566822011-03-21T09:00:00.005-04:002011-03-21T09:00:27.170-04:00Anthro Haul Reviews continuedContinuing with my recent Anthropologie purchase reviews from <a href="http://bettydoesrandom.blogspot.com/2011/03/anthropologie-haul-reviews-lots-o-pics.html">this post</a>, here are the remaining reviews. Click photos to enlarge. Links to items in text.<br />
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<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=19505841&catId=SHOPSALE-PANTS&pushId=SHOPSALE-PANTS&popId=SHOPSALE&navAction=top&navCount=36&color=001&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&templateType=E">J Brand Skinny Moto jeans</a>. From Anthro's site:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCCxQAPFIQQ6YENh-haRiAjVLKBLsgsEsNW5KXY6rXw8Fnk_eI-RppGtUdQZfkVVmSkFKhcaV7vQtjdqeHzJzeVDHj2Ixbo7HQiDAKc75I4iy62l79rnHO4yjQoet3b4ZjSHlzYoo0dDI/s1600/J++Brand+Skinny+Moto.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCCxQAPFIQQ6YENh-haRiAjVLKBLsgsEsNW5KXY6rXw8Fnk_eI-RppGtUdQZfkVVmSkFKhcaV7vQtjdqeHzJzeVDHj2Ixbo7HQiDAKc75I4iy62l79rnHO4yjQoet3b4ZjSHlzYoo0dDI/s320/J++Brand+Skinny+Moto.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>On yours truly:<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-klBxuoTg_wk/TYTjjANp35I/AAAAAAAABBQ/bcC7oWvaq3I/s1600/004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-klBxuoTg_wk/TYTjjANp35I/AAAAAAAABBQ/bcC7oWvaq3I/s320/004.JPG" width="145" /></a><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-vNwRMGbsuYI/TYTjkx52dII/AAAAAAAABBU/Azv0OuhfLqk/s1600/006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-vNwRMGbsuYI/TYTjkx52dII/AAAAAAAABBU/Azv0OuhfLqk/s320/006.JPG" width="121" /></a><a href="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Z45tN3CZ0P4/TYTjnLxxFlI/AAAAAAAABBY/_xDmTBBOZ14/s1600/008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-Z45tN3CZ0P4/TYTjnLxxFlI/AAAAAAAABBY/_xDmTBBOZ14/s320/008.JPG" width="159" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Thoughts: My first pair of J Brands and I am in L-O-V-E. Big time. These are very comfortable and fit like a dream. Not worn with the right sort of top here so the front zippers make me look a little wide and I've been slacking on my workouts, but I love the cropped length which makes this perfect for several seasons. Not sure what else to say other than I love them and was very happy to get them on sale. I did put these through the washer and dryer and noticed some slight fading. They will not go into the dryer again.</div><br />
<a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=20360483&catId=CLOTHES-DENIM&pushId=CLOTHES-DENIM&popId=CLOTHES&navAction=top&navCount=12&color=092&isProduct=true&fromCategoryPage=true&isSubcategory=true&subCategoryId=CLOTHES-DENIM-FLARE&templateType=subCategory">J Brand Love Story Petite</a>. From the site:<br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sqYbfOzbkAY/TYPpTCwr28I/AAAAAAAAA_w/18ilxA9mJXI/s1600/J+Brand+Love+Story.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sqYbfOzbkAY/TYPpTCwr28I/AAAAAAAAA_w/18ilxA9mJXI/s320/J+Brand+Love+Story.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My size was sold out on Anthro's site almost immediately. And heck, the price tag is quite steep for me right now. So, I sought out a pair on ebay. They are a little lighter than the wash available at Anthropologie, but are the same style so I figured why not review. Here they are on me:</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH4WqmmbqGwR80gGewHak3hRqvtbRMWcrH9Noq3yK8bzj5B9Tq_edb3sYlCjcab_ugJCtNqjV8ImRiv3d0CJ3xlhzp2n8bzG3x_2MM2wYRAsqdU2c6giBOkVVOrwoBXRhajSWR9KPizCA/s1600/022.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH4WqmmbqGwR80gGewHak3hRqvtbRMWcrH9Noq3yK8bzj5B9Tq_edb3sYlCjcab_ugJCtNqjV8ImRiv3d0CJ3xlhzp2n8bzG3x_2MM2wYRAsqdU2c6giBOkVVOrwoBXRhajSWR9KPizCA/s320/022.JPG" width="120" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkLgdXROuejgJoCwp7yhIgDO8u8pK7bI9bAU4lfw8cgLC7YqBTk4PQEWx6GVoOwgw1iJ6lXyFLl7PHwtTa7eBUdqXyzdTTirSzK5wZc474sDWe8mmhm2AQCDP9Te-mGDJPtLOqkra1N_k/s1600/023.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkLgdXROuejgJoCwp7yhIgDO8u8pK7bI9bAU4lfw8cgLC7YqBTk4PQEWx6GVoOwgw1iJ6lXyFLl7PHwtTa7eBUdqXyzdTTirSzK5wZc474sDWe8mmhm2AQCDP9Te-mGDJPtLOqkra1N_k/s320/023.JPG" width="106" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Thoughts: <strong><em>LOVE</em></strong>. If I could define my perfect spring/summer jean, this would be it. I love the style, the length is perfect (these are the petite version with a 31.5 inch inseam vs. the usual 35) and they are comfortable and well made. Sadly though, I ordered a size too small. These do not button so I will have to resell. Sigh...I wish I could tell you how tempted I am to keep them and just wear with long shirts so you can't tell they are unbuttoned. But, they are very much too small. If my size pops back online, there is no doubt that I would purchase them even at the very expensive full price.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_dgmwbiQxaGKgAfJ13WA8ovPg0nhHYU3jdeTvw2hsD1Ypgeuy_lqyLUjeHchF-o91YrLKqraaRcozs00bP2ncR_SQjadxKxV5fZQ2JLLCcj4GiBJE3MvE7FpVZNOyfs5lEiOHooTSaTI/s1600/024.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_dgmwbiQxaGKgAfJ13WA8ovPg0nhHYU3jdeTvw2hsD1Ypgeuy_lqyLUjeHchF-o91YrLKqraaRcozs00bP2ncR_SQjadxKxV5fZQ2JLLCcj4GiBJE3MvE7FpVZNOyfs5lEiOHooTSaTI/s320/024.JPG" width="129" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?color=066&navAction=jump&id=19093962">Shimmering Trellis heels.</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIhNi_6dw71h7dHk5-cCk56JwTbOoNC_2d06S2RIeMEzUOE7a1xfdLU-73Lth2LsL2OjBbWgB9nyB24wo3Oc3H9jrn5dZVG1U5tqLQizYslLaMZgSMWdQ8lrmn4Uyca18LT2AF8yEhXfo/s1600/Shimmering+Trellis+heels.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIhNi_6dw71h7dHk5-cCk56JwTbOoNC_2d06S2RIeMEzUOE7a1xfdLU-73Lth2LsL2OjBbWgB9nyB24wo3Oc3H9jrn5dZVG1U5tqLQizYslLaMZgSMWdQ8lrmn4Uyca18LT2AF8yEhXfo/s320/Shimmering+Trellis+heels.jpg" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The sad reality:</div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAVTwYU5LJXkH1SeeSXmVsK_5t_BNas4wA1M2JqZQ8Tx3hWxEcttdlINGkn8WHa-UgpXytdZ9Mseski3Dp6zBw54rBYMyOvtLRhKRCg3QpaqNQrQxAeYSUb0LCEDgicWGYwG5enTsTFpo/s1600/045.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAVTwYU5LJXkH1SeeSXmVsK_5t_BNas4wA1M2JqZQ8Tx3hWxEcttdlINGkn8WHa-UgpXytdZ9Mseski3Dp6zBw54rBYMyOvtLRhKRCg3QpaqNQrQxAeYSUb0LCEDgicWGYwG5enTsTFpo/s320/045.JPG" width="213" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQjL7qwnChPyT8DRjHB-U4Yia9b38in70lEzsjGae-qILLbXzaL6-VWaimXSdwQ3jEkSzcas0x9EGAMgCNQ6Uzp79MtLM6VRcprre8MRAWZRZr7-ZySfgAuUTeDQt4pe88_ztb7JOadDk/s1600/046.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQjL7qwnChPyT8DRjHB-U4Yia9b38in70lEzsjGae-qILLbXzaL6-VWaimXSdwQ3jEkSzcas0x9EGAMgCNQ6Uzp79MtLM6VRcprre8MRAWZRZr7-ZySfgAuUTeDQt4pe88_ztb7JOadDk/s320/046.JPG" width="213" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhai0EcSx7OSTXVbCH_ThWhA1ZgAkoXEugBmmvptHkE54Tk_IT1Vljs02MQ6ooMKXJ6uug6igA8JtyF3WPcjaC3ZVVLepHGafK0x-X5D74jeUanu2J6DQqc1zm1B0mE2eWcTKuSn3wZx0o/s1600/050.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhai0EcSx7OSTXVbCH_ThWhA1ZgAkoXEugBmmvptHkE54Tk_IT1Vljs02MQ6ooMKXJ6uug6igA8JtyF3WPcjaC3ZVVLepHGafK0x-X5D74jeUanu2J6DQqc1zm1B0mE2eWcTKuSn3wZx0o/s320/050.JPG" width="213" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Thoughts: These are made for people with <strong><em>narrow</em></strong> feet. I could not fit myself inside the toe box and they were very uncomfortable as the leather cut into the sides of my feet. It's such a shame because I had high hopes for these and they are so beautiful and feminine. My feet are not overly wide, but as you can see, I'm popping out the sides here. On the right person though, these shoes are beautiful. I love the soft suede and the color. The wooden heel and back of the shoe are so dainty. A truly classic and romantic style. Would really have loved for these to fit. Returning. Boo!</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Last but not least, a belt. The <a href="http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?color=045&navAction=jump&id=20181012">Freehand Tartan Belt</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL4fPjEW9-wHU68eBiwdLCyyC56g13WGPK_g_dVn7_d1Zeqk9xtUvT0dNDsabfRPez4524KY_VkpkthMV5A-SXiIMNaI20VQ7ubMVxHIbQOwnn8mrvbmRewalI2SUJ6BLc15LflNKqCV4/s1600/Freehand+tartan+belt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL4fPjEW9-wHU68eBiwdLCyyC56g13WGPK_g_dVn7_d1Zeqk9xtUvT0dNDsabfRPez4524KY_VkpkthMV5A-SXiIMNaI20VQ7ubMVxHIbQOwnn8mrvbmRewalI2SUJ6BLc15LflNKqCV4/s320/Freehand+tartan+belt.jpg" width="213" /></a></div>With a Land's End dress (LE Canvas reviews forthcoming):<br />
<div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdizPpzgoBBz9LDcdb2Waww3NJDpdmhqWv4tQsLrd8FG8uM4wwyGtRFHAR5vHkgDbDZL3JwwBHd_g7AHCR2i4fnVPr-NoNmPTkKRC_Xzz7cKQkq_ieUdFuMvHjElrh3JcT7C_wvvBsqQI/s1600/037.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="231" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdizPpzgoBBz9LDcdb2Waww3NJDpdmhqWv4tQsLrd8FG8uM4wwyGtRFHAR5vHkgDbDZL3JwwBHd_g7AHCR2i4fnVPr-NoNmPTkKRC_Xzz7cKQkq_ieUdFuMvHjElrh3JcT7C_wvvBsqQI/s320/037.JPG" width="320" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_VmChVLvRBk_6Fz2i2EyIM6i9_xVbXa7uEl5hBm7_2J3kOjK858me5fREPeuf8TyqP7P6YK6qfQ_3qUdVOM_8_zu8fK1i2_KOKoR4ipO-1alYJNZuWF6LkaARRDqyzixQ4HdDQs3Xowo/s1600/039.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="208" r6="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_VmChVLvRBk_6Fz2i2EyIM6i9_xVbXa7uEl5hBm7_2J3kOjK858me5fREPeuf8TyqP7P6YK6qfQ_3qUdVOM_8_zu8fK1i2_KOKoR4ipO-1alYJNZuWF6LkaARRDqyzixQ4HdDQs3Xowo/s320/039.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Thoughts: It may not be great with this dress, but I like it. It did seem a bit on the cheap side when I opened the box but it is like no other belt I've seen before and it fits well. The colors are versatile. Being that I paid a whopping $20, it's a keeper. It runs large in my opinion. Even on the tightest notch, the Small was not as snug as I would've liked. Worn for an extended period of time up high on the rib cage, I'd imagine I'd be pulling it up from time to time. An XS size option would be nice but I don't see that size available with any belt on the site.</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><br />
</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Hope you made it through all my babble and pics. Any disappointing purchases lately?</div>Katrina (Betty Ray)http://www.blogger.com/profile/12352578858633293051noreply@blogger.com4