OOTD and Fall Cardigans and Jackets

Happy Saturday everyone! I was so glad to not have to go into work until this evening, because I had the whole day to practice and get ready for my big audition on Friday! I think my arias are ready, but I'm still not sure which outfit I'm going to wear! :)

Anyway, last night, was our weekly Super Smash Bros Tourney and I thought I would fully represent my character, Pikachu in full-out yellowness.  PIKA!!!!

Anthro: Loose Lines Cardi (now $60), Banana Republic Tank (super old), Anthro: Checkerboard Belt (now $20), Anthro: Circle the Globe Skirt (now $40)

Sadly, this getup only got me second place. Maybe I should have done black and yellow, not brown and yellow. Probably only then, will the Pika Power been at its peak.

Anyhoo, on to the cardis!

Summer's Reminder Cardigan  (teal) $128 Sleeping on Snow

This poor cardigan is getting panned online. It's been on my wishlist since it appeared on the website and it's absolutely gorgeous. There are a few issues with it though. It's a made from boiled wool, so it's light but quite warm. Boiled wool is not the same as felt...so the fabric to this is a little floppy, which means the top of the cardi will not stay flat against your chest because there is no snap closure there. So the little flower kind of flops down a bit. If this bugs you, then this cardi is not for you. I thought the fit was nice. This is an xs and I think it's pretty cute. That being said: $128 is a little much for this piece. Try it on, wait for the sale.

Sea Fan Sweater $148 Guinevere

This is a cute sweater that fits TTS. The tie closure is actually a feature I'm really liking because, no matter what size you are, you can tie it to form a nice silhouette. It's soft and not itchy at all, although I don't find many things itchy, which is weird because I do have sensitive skin. At $148, I think the price point for this one is a little high since it's really not anything special, so wait for the sale again on this one.

Tulip Curtsy Blazer $118 Daughters of the Liberation

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I'm so in love with this jacket, it's not even funny. The product shot on the website did not do anything for me at all, but when I spied it on the hanger in the store, it called my name. I actually don't own a blazer anymore, so this one might have to come home with me. It's a gorgeous velvety cord and this is the gold color which is so awesome! It fit TTS and was really flattering. The sleeves are a great length for cuffing and showing the beautiful striped interior lining it has. At $118 it seems like a fair price point, this is worth it to me. It would be great over a dress or with some jeans.

Herringbone Sweater Jacket $118 Sleeping on Snow

Wow, this sweater is a little small. I don't know if it's supposed to fit this close and be this short, but I don't really get it. It's a nice fabric and something you can't tell from the product and model shots is that the pieces of fabric on the collar are only attached to the sweater at each end so it can be adjusted, which is kind of cool. I didn't figure it out though until I had taken it off. I dunno, I don't really find it flattering. Size up if you do. The price kind of seems fair, as it's a very thick sweater jacket.

I hope you ladies are having a super-relaxing and awesome Saturday!

Reviewed: Some Autumn Dresses

Happy Weekend, Ladies! I'll bet a lot of you are excited about this Holiday weekend! I am excited too! I work retail and I'm excited about the flood of sales we are anticipating this weekend...bring it! It's weekend and for me, that means weekend Super Smash Bros Brawl, Food and Drinks. My husband, my good friend and me have this dumb tournament going for like 5 years. Super Smash Bros Brawl is a fighting game for the Nintendo Wii. It features all of Nintendo's Trademark characters such as Mario, Kirby, Zelda...etc. The rules are simple...damage your opponent and knock them off the screen for a KO. The more you pummel your opponent, the lighter they become and easier for them to fly off the screen. I happen to be a Pikachu player. Why? Cause he's adorable and super annoying when he kicks people's asses.

Anyway...we get together and play 2 minute rounds. Whoever gets to 100 KO's first (within 2, like tennis) wins the night and doesn't get a punishment. Punishment for coming in 2nd is that you make the cocktails during the next game. Punishment for coming in 3rd is that you order (and possibly) pick up the food at the next game. The person with the most KO's at the Fall/Spring Equinox, or Summer/Winter Solstice wins the season. Kind of crazy...but it's what we do once a week. So, now you know that not only am I am Anthro Fanatic, I'm also a NERD.

Anyway, I made my way over to the one store I didn't visit yesterday to do some reviews. Of course, I had to look to see what was going on in the sale room and look what I found:


By the way something, I am blatantly stealing copying Cat from Anthrosdottir's photo technique because I am sick of holding the camera. I don't think I did as good of a job as she usually does, but you get the picture (no pun intended). Anyway...behold! The elusive Two-Wheeler Shirtdress (on sale $59.99)!!!!!!! They had at least 5 or 6 at the Natick, MA store this morning. There was a woman in line behind me with one in her hot little hands too. This was the only 0...of course I nabbed it. Shopping Moratorium FAIL.

In the meantime, I did try on some dresses!

Cascading Bow Dress $118 Moulinette Soeurs


As you can tell by the look on my face, I don't really think this dress is working for me. I am officially too petite for Moulinette Soeurs dresses because this is the 3rd one I've tried on that's too big. I also don't particularly like this dress for myself because the shape is not flattering, but the bows are cute. The material is substantial and good quality. It's a cute dress, just not for a little teeny person like me who buys their jeans at Gap Kids.

Turbine Dress $118 Deletta

So, obviously, I have not mastered the art of posing for these photos and looking like I don't want to commit a homicide. This dress is very basic and not quirky enough for me. It is a super soft jersey and the front is nice. The dress is very basic and cute. It fits TTS and the pockets are nice, although I question pockets on a jersey dress because you can see everything you put inside.

Ruffled Plaid Dress $158 Floreat


Here was a dress I could handle! I LOVE THIS. It's so pretty in person and there are several reviews on the website that say that it is itchy, but I didn't find that it was itchy at all. The size 0 fit well, and I think it's a really sophisticated little frock. The belt is cute, but not very special. You may want to put on a nicer belt. This is definitely on my wishlist for sure!

That's all I've got for you! Wish me luck in the Smash Tournament tonight!