As a kid I never loved plaid. These days I’m warming up to it. I see the hipsters in their ironic plaid and I think to myself…yes. Must have plaid. And a fedora. Possibly paired with my Converse kicks. Weirder still is that Anthropologie has a plethora of plaid proliferating pour printemps. Plaid and Anthro in the same sentence. Together. (I know, I’m still getting used to it too.) It started with the Pearland Dress ($128) which got the quick hit treatment. Now Anthro has plenty of other plaid options.
I am so glad that Anthro is not marketing the Afterhours Tunic ($98) as a dress. It’s almost long enough to be one on me. With a slip underneath I could probably pull it off as a cover-up. If you’re 5’5″ or under this would work as a dress. It has an easy if unstructured feel and a medium was a bit roomy on me. When I left the shirt to hang naturally the drawstring hit on my high hip as opposed to my waist. Styled to match the product photo from the back — with the drawstring at my waist — the shirt gave more of a blousy feel. It was like menswear converted to women’s wear. I liked it.
The Minka Tunic ($78) feels more like a southwestern plaid to me. I like how the shirt has a more tailored waist to create that hourglass shape. I would honestly wear this horseback riding. I don’t remember seeing this shirt in-store.
Plaid inches closer to gingham with the Outshine Dress ($128). I like the pattern but am unsure about the corset triangle detail. My guess is that it would be flattering on but it kind of resembles a slice of plaid pizza to me. Plaid pie? This is making me hungry.
The Draped Plaid Dress ($148) is a brave move. Heavy menswear print; draped like a toga; purposely lacking structure. The June Catalogue photo is somewhat successful but I have doubts about any piece that a musician/model has trouble selling. Maybe a belt is the answer here. I am intrigued by the design. But most likely this will look like a bagpipe sack on yours truly.
The Cinched Voile Tunic ($78) conjures mental images of a honeycomb. It has a decidely throwback quality that I really like. This top looks like it will flatter a variety of figures and that’s never a bad thing. I can’t wait to see this one in real life.
So…plaid. How do you feel about it’s invasion into Anthropologie?
I am just not warming up to it. Too many cuter things to purchase than to try to like one of the plaid items.
I'm not to big on the plaid either…But I have seen the minka tunic in store many times.Just Fyi the outshine dress is hideous on, unless you have no chest and no hips or bum….
No, No, No Plaid! Catholic and boarding school killed any chance I may ever wear plaid. Besides, it isn't pretty. I agree with Blondmoma, too many other things to purchase.
I haven't worn plaid since my "grunge" phase back in highschool.I probably wouldn't do it again, but if I *had* to choose between their offerings the Outshine dress is pretty cute!
I bought the Minka tunic in the white (blue) at an Anthropologie store and it fits awesomely. But I ended up returning it because it reminded me too much of high school.
Can you tell me what is the shoe sizing for Anthro? I am a 7.5 at Jcrew so would that be a 8 at anthro or just 7? Sorry for the OT. Thanks.
Hi hikari, I recommend sizing up if you are a half size. Most of the shoes than run whole sizes only are European sizes and I've found those tend to run on the smaller side…any half-sizers have different advice?