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Examining Anthropologie’s newest arrivals

The Revelations Knit Dress ($128), one of the newest Anthropologie arrivals
to land on my wishlist.

From resortwear to early signs of Spring, Anthropologie is slowly unveiling new arrivals as January progresses. What’s their theme for Spring? Madness, it just might be.

It seems that for the past few Falls I’ve been very excited by the direction Anthro seems to be moving in — more structured shapes, interesting patterns and textures, and a nice mix of classics with a twist, the Anthro of yore and some new experimentation.
Then along comes Spring and I feel like any steps forward have been lost in retreat as the same ol’ flowly, oversized, hard to wear shapes take over. It’s so early in 2014 that I can’t say for sure how Spring will shape up, but there’s a lot of those problematic pieces already appearing on Anthropologie’s site. Instead of focusing on them I’ve chosen to highlight some items I’m very excited about in the hopes that there will be more of these and less of those frustrating designs.
Dresses like the Sunblossom Dress ($178) are perfect seasonal transitions in my mind. Right now it’d be easy to throw a sweater over the dress and make it seem like a long skirt while come Spring official it’ll stand well on its own. I’d love to see this shape in other patterns or colors!

There are several dresses that intrigue me though they look short, like the Passerine Sheath ($138) by Darling, a brand that typically has shorter hems, or the Sibari Wrap Dress ($138) which at 34″ long is pushing it for work for me. Not every dress has to be long — the Aprica Shift ($298) seems like the perfect dress for my beach getaway next week…if only the dress weren’t online-only so I could try it on first!

On the lengthier side of things, I’m digging a few of the Cynthia Vincent maxis Anthropologie is carrying, specifically the Kahakai Maxi Dress ($398) and the sheer-skirted Pali Maxi Dress ($398). The Vernalis Maxi Dress ($198) is strapless which almost never works out for me, but the molded cups and beautiful pattern make me want to try it anyway! Nanette Lepore’s glam Penombra Gown ($528) looks amazing on the model. It’s on my short list for an upcoming formal event. If I do purchase it however it might be via another retailer though; the dress is half the Anthropologie price at both Neiman Marcus and Amazon.

I love green but don’t own much green clothing. This new version of the Ponte Bell Skirt ($128) looks longer than the winter version and the beautiful kelly color reminds me of spring grass…and well, I want it! The Near Wild Pencil Skirt ($298) is pushing the boundaries of acceptable everyday pricing for me at nearly $300. Its beautiful bold floral and cobalt-tipped hem make me love it; the exposed zipper has me cringing a bit.

My floral desires continue with the latest Anthro tops. The Lily Pond Tee ($118), Castilleja Shell ($168) and Crosshatched Buttondown ($78) have potential to delight in all seasons! Echoes of old Anthro come through with the Wren & Thrush Blouse ($178), though that front pleat might be a bit of a tricky fit. I hope that the Inked Brushstroke Tank ($118) has a fit that is more long and lean than long and boxy — the beaded fringe above the bustline looks so cool!

Elsewhere, a bunch of Anthropologie’s necklaces are seriously tempting me right now! While the symbolism of a black heart has me a little leery I admit to loving both colors of the Woodcutter Necklace ($298). The Bloomsbury Layered Necklace ($58) seems one part Downton Abbey, one part perfect finishing touch under a work blouse. Now if only I could figure out what the necklace shown with the Sibari Wrap Dress ($138) is…

What Anthropologie new arrivals have you added to your wishlist? Purchased? Tried on? What are you hoping to see in the upcoming months?


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