Email: anthro in our own words


While I was away Anthropologie sent their monthly anthro member newsletter. This month, their email focuses not on their catalogue but instead on The Anthropologist. The website, which launched last year, gives Anthro a venue for the people and things that inspires the company.

This month a new project is available to peruse. Photographer Donna DeMari shares a stirring photo diary tribute to her two Labradors, Forrest and Luke. The project’s theme is devotion and anyone who’s ever had pets knows how appropriate that is. For me the most touching vignettes were the ones devoted to each dog separately. While weaving the tale (tail?) of the unique quirks of each dog Ms. DeMari also reveals how the differences between the dogs completed one family unit wherein all desired traits were accounted for. The personalities of the dogs are captured so well in the photos too. I particularly love the shot of Luke rolling on his back in the grass. It’s a familiar expression of joy for any dog lover.



The Anthropologist isn’t about clothing or homewares but it is a little peek inside Anthropologie all the same. It’s a bit reflective too — hey, I’m a dog lover just like they are! (The company is widely known for being dog-friendly at their corporate headquarters.) I’ve enjoyed all the projects they’ve shown so far and look forward to the next set. You can sign up for Anthropologist emails here to be alerted when new projects launch. If you want to share your reactions with other Anthro lovers visit the Anthropologist’s Facebook page.

What do you think of this new project?

Previously: Introducing the Anthropologist

3 Comments

  1. June 23, 2010 / 2:25 pm

    As a dog lover, I absolutely loved this one (though I did have a hard time soaking it in without shedding a tear or two). Her photos were so amazing and really made me want to get professional ones done of my little guy. It was a really inspiring project!

  2. June 23, 2010 / 2:51 pm

    Anthro is indeed dog friendly! My friend brings her bulldog to the store and the SA's gush over him. I just wish I had my dogs over on the west coast with me! I love dogs more than humans most days!

  3. June 23, 2010 / 4:11 pm

    Erin I got a bit teary-eyed too. I've never had my own dog but I've been training and fostering dogs since I was in high school. Thinking about some of my favorite pups really choked me up. I can't wait until I have a lifestyle in which I can welcome a dog into my family. :)Robin – so true, the stores are pup-friendly too! My friend's dog practically drags her into one of the NYC Anthros because they keep yummy treats on-hand.


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