Loving At Ann Taylor

I was strolling through Clarendon killing time last week and noticed that Ann Taylor - the regular store had opened, right across from the Ann Taylor Loft which is odd, no? Why go to the more expensive one when the cheaper version is across the way? I went in to the new store and thought WOAH MAN!

I use to do tagalong shopping there when I'd go with my mom during high school and college but always thought - eh someday when I'm an adult. But man, have they upped their game.

As I approach my super duper early thirties, I could totally see myself rocking the items in this store. It's totally age appropriate for mid twenties too. Alot of it now reminds of me of BCBG mixed with JCrew which has sort of been my style.

Super cute, conservative, with a smidge of sexy.

Screenshot of some of the Fall looks are below

And these are the items I saw in store that I'm trying to decide between

Petite Ribbed Tunic

Totally Classic

Draped Midriff Dress

Awesome Clutch. Very well made. It wont peel like real snake skin either!

Snake Foldover Clutch

Another Classic piece

Sculptural Necklace

Fun Bracelet that could be worn with alot
Snake Print Cuff Bracelet

Cute Fall Jacket!

Compact Doubleweave Jacket

What do you think I should definitely get?Of the Fall stuff for Ann Taylor, what are your faves? Would you wear some of these looks?

Straying Away from the Mothership (JCrew)

I have to admit, I am shopping more and more at Anthro these days. In fact, I have JCrew to thank for allowing me to rediscover Anthropologie, cause I'm loving it (my wallet is not loving it), but yes, I'm so loving Anthro again! I have not shopped there in about two years but just seeing a different look and how they style the clothes is inspiration to remind me that it' doesn't have to be ALL FULL of RUFFLES (especially the catalog sneak peaks i'd seen of what is to be the new november rollout!), and it's okay to mix & match, and have fun without looking rediculous!!! So here are my recent acquisitions (on sale!). I also read something recently, I believe it was on anthroholic that the SA's at Anthro will email and tell their customers exactly what items are going on sale the next morning which is super helpful so you can wake up in time to snipe the right sizes! I wish JCrew would do that. It would be awesome.

Anyhow, here are my recent finds at Anthro...

All Trades Dress (in red) - It's a summer piece but I figure I could throw on some tights boots, cardi, and wear a blouse under it to work it for fall.



Breeze-Blown Blouse - I don't really have anything like this. I love the colors and pattern on this top. Thought this would be a great layering piece.



Iris & Rose Blouse - I have had my eye on this since summer! It's so cute! There are so many colors, it can really go with anything! Another great layering piece for fall! Yippy!



Cinched Voile Tunic (in brown)- I have been pairing this with black tights, brown snakebite belt, creme cardi, and metallic ballet flats. So cute & comfy!



Stained Glass Top - This was not on sale but I just got it a few weeks ago and have already worn it four times (I'm sure my coworkers are sick of seeing it already haha). It's colorful and comfy! It's actually has an asymetrical neckline but the website photo doesnt really show this.



And now...for my most super recent acquisition (drum roll)...

The Lilac Ombre Heels!!! These went so quick in my size and somehow I found them at Anthro in Georgetown last night! It was so meant to be! They are super cute and super comfortable!


Do you have any recent acquisitions? Have your shopping habits changed lately?

New Jewelry at my B&M

Stopped at my local B&M on the way home from work today and here are some new pieces of jewelry I saw.

Salesman called this piece ' The Acorn Necklace', tho, I'm not sure if that is the technical name.
This necklace was $55. I tried it on but it was not spectacular. I did not really love anything in this case but thought the one on the far right was VERY Interesting. It is in the style of various baubles but instead, it is a bunch of lockets. Next time I'm in the store I will need to try that on.



Pictured below is the Horseshoe charm necklace, this is actually pretty cute in person. It is $48.00 item 19430. To the right looks like fall version of resin chain necklace similar to spring/early summer tortoise shell pattern chain necklace.



The necklace below looks like another 'statement necklace'. I have not seen this on the website or in catalog.



This case had a very interesting grayish blue ribbon & bauble necklace. It doesn't look like this piece is on the website yet.



This is not jewelry but it's the Nottingham Ankle Boots
Item 16940. One of the shoes I'm planning to pick up on Aug 23rd JCA event! It looks so much better IRL! The website shows two colors in dark slate and dark mushroom. This one seems like a rich gray color to me. I'm wondering if this is a retail store only version? Regardless, I think I'm going for this version. It's soooooooo pretty!



Overall, I thought the jewelry was okay. There wasn't anything I just had to have NOW. :/
I am hoping there will be more interesting pieces coming out soon.

What do you think of the new jewelry so far? Are you planning on picking up any new pieces from the JCrew fall collection?


*pixelant*

August Catalog Must Haves!

Here are the items I'm thinking would be awesome basics for this fall.