Kate Spade SALE

Posted on February 28, 2013 by soanthro

Kate Spade New York is extremely good at the sin of temptation– especially when they add an extra 25% off all sale items for two days! Some goodies currently temping me…

[ Grove Stripe Cora, now $103.50 ]

[ Is This Seat Taken? Terry, now $130 ]

[ Ruby Street Bow Monette, now $82 ]

[ Birds Over Arches Small Flat Pouch, now $26.25 ]

[ All Hours Winking Georgie, now $37 ]

[ Jewel Print Henrita Skirt, now $112 ]

[ Ostrich Bow Bridge Bracelet, now $46 ]

[ Ikeda Studs, now $19.50 ]

Remember to use code SAVE25 at checkout!

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Garance Doré for Kate Spade New York

Posted on August 20, 2012 by soanthro

This weekend I stopped in Kate Spade New York‘s Newbury Street store, where they were celebrating French fashion blogger Garance Doré and her illustrations featured as a part of the brand’s new capsule collection. I am absolutely smitten with this line: peter pan collars, French script, and bow details– what is not to j’adore?

Rainey Dress, $498
Studio Pull Over, $128
Laura Top, $248
Umbrella, $78
Georgie Pouch, $98
iPhone Case, $40
Julia Wristlet, $88
Massie Bag, $348

All in all, I would like to get my hands on one of these pieces more than most things. Which is your favorite?

Handbag Wishlist

Posted on August 8, 2012 by soanthro

I introduced you all to Angela & Roi, a new online handbag boutique, back here, and today I’ve rounded up some more of my favorites… because at these prices it’s quite difficult to just stop at one!

Clockwise from top:
Elaina Blue Stripe Shoulder, $48
Layla Shoulder Tote, $26
Emma Peach Pink Two-Zipped Mini, $42
Evelyn Orange Travel Tote, $68
Green Stripe Summer Shoulder, $22
Paige Yellow-Strapped Tote, $68
Vanessa Brown Cross-Body, $40
Sophia Pink Shoulder, $36
Navy Dot Shoulder, $52

And don’t forget! Angela & Roi is offering 20% off one handbag of your choice to so anthro readers!

As you check out, enter coupon code EMSA881 from now until October 30! They are also offering free shipping as a part of their launch promotion for all customers.

Angela & Roi (& Rain)

Posted on July 26, 2012 by soanthro

The only thing able to brighten up a rainy day Boston experienced last week was a new handbag on my shoulder. I’m so excited to introduce you to Angela & Roi, a debuting online handbag boutique, owned and operated by two college students just a little more interested in sharing their love of fashion + accessories with you than slaving away in the libraries of their Boston universities :)

Dress, J.Crew [similar]
Scarf Shoulder Bag c/o Angela & Roi
Pearls, vintage
Wrap bracelet, Presh
Wellies, Hunter

I just adore my new scarf shoulder bag, and am seriously obsessing over all of the other cute shapes and styles their online boutique has to offer! At such affordable prices, I have a feeling this is going to be a tough shop to avoid…

Angela & Roi is offering 20% off one handbag of your choice to so anthro readers!

As you check out, enter coupon code EMSA881 from now until October 30! They are also offering free shipping as a part of their launch promotion for all customers.

But really, what are you waiting for? Envelope clutches + irresistible patterns + darling shapes + dainty details await!

Well the funny thing is Jules, my back…

Posted on February 29, 2012 by soanthro

Never mind. No more Superbad references.

But today we are talking backpacks! I’ve been meaning to get a new one for my upcoming vacation (just a few days away!), but still haven’t been able to decide on which… these little guys were (and still are) some of my favorite contenders though.

Ecote Hanging Garden Backpack, Urban Outfitters, $59

Walking Day Trip Backpack, ModCloth, $65

Langdale Backpack, Jack Wills, $79.50

Leather Backpack, Topshop, $80

Schools Out Backpack, Billabong, $59

At this point though, I have a feeling I’ll be sticking with my trusty Vera. Where do you turn for cute backpacks or other travel bags?

Viv Pickle Handbags

Posted on July 28, 2011 by soanthro

When you were little, what did you want to be when you grew up?

I wanted to be:
~~A ballerina~~
~~A chef~~
~~A dolphin trainer~~
~~A writer~~
Kate Spade.

Courtesy of TheFamilyGroove.com

No, but seriously. I was collecting knock-off Kate Spades from Canal Street in Chinatown way before I even should have known what designer handbags were. I thought her purses were the most beautiful things, and that she was the classiest of ladies.

And I’m not going to lie, a tiny part of 12-year-old Emily still would like maybe end up in accessory design one day. But for now, until my talents are discovered, I’ll stick with Viv Pickle.

Viv Pickle (Yes, how cute is that name) is a handbag design studio in Philadelphia (though you can email them your orders from anywhere). Creating a pickle is as easy as a-b-c… or s-f-d: pick your shape, your fabric (outer and lining), and your details (zippers, pockets, straps, etc.).

Visiting Viv Pickle when I was younger growing up outside Philly made me feel like my dreams of becoming a purse designer were actually coming true. But ten years later, I still love it there!

Here are some of my favorite shapes…

Small Baguette–Bon Bon–Mama Saber

and my favorite fabrics…

Bird Song–B&W Leopard–Luca

But for the full list of options, click here. And if you’re in the Philadelphia area, consider hosting your very own Pickle Party!

Viv Pickle
21 N. 3rd Street
Philadelphia, PA 19106

Have any of you ever made anything at a custom design studio?

The Moral of Coral + Other Weekend Things

Posted on July 18, 2011 by soanthro

Happy Monday kittens!

How were your weekends? Mine started off super hectic, as we had lots of visitors at the new house (and Puffy does not let visitors come to a dirty home!), but ended up very relaxing. On Thursday, the closest thing I’ve ever had to a little sister, Morgan of I Call it Lovely, came up to visit with her mama. She stayed in the city with me Thursday (I dragged her around apartment shopping and to dance class– what’s family for?), and then we spent the rest of the weekend at my parents’ house on the water.

We went out for seafood Saturday night and I finally got to use the gorgeous coral clutch she got me for my birthday. I loved how sharp the color looked against my white dress, and that’s what I had been waiting to use it with, but after seeing how Cupcakes and Cashmere paired hers, I know I need to be more adventurous with it. I figured out that it’s actually hard to find much that doesn’t go well with coral, especially in the summertime!

Having Morgan and her mom in town made me realize again how hard it’s going to be to not have my childhood home to go back to at holidays. We always have Christmas Eve with their family but now with the move it looks like we have new traditions to start! But like my mom said to Morgan’s, “those girls will always find their way back to each other.” And we will– love you sissy :)

Weekend Carryalls

Posted on June 24, 2011 by soanthro

First weekend trip of the summer starts tonight after work– heading to Rhode Island for a graduation party and beaching with college friends! I actually find it more difficult to pack for two days than I do for a week-long trip… so much I want to wear and not enough time! I limit my packing by forcing myself to fit everything within a small duffel or tote. It’s never easy, but I’m so much happier in the end with a small shoulder bag than a clunky rolly suitcase or oversized duffel.

These are some great sizes to go with for weekending, and what fun looks too!

Small Duffel in Blue Lagoon, Vera Bradley, $69 (select colors on sale!)

The Gardiner's Island Seersucker Acrylic Duffel Bag, Wm. J. Mills & Co., $130

Denim Beach Tote, Lucky Brand, $79

Jute Based Tote, CALYPSO St. Barth for Target, $14 (sale!)

Key-Per Duffle Satchel, Fossil, $98

Medium Weekender, LeSportsac, $98

Safe travels!!

#wearLilly

Posted on June 21, 2011 by soanthro

All I want…

The Original Tote in Summer Mix, Lilly Pulitzer, $88

Lu Dress, Lilly Pulitzer, $198

Starstruck Necklace, Lilly Pulitzer, $48

Printed Cruiser, Lilly Pulitzer, $450

Happy first day of summer and National Wear Your Lilly Pulitzer Day to all! I’m wearing the first Lilly skirt I ever owned today in its honor– I wore it to my college send off party four years ago (wow!). If you’re headed to a Lilly store today, don’t forget to check in on FourSquare for a special gift!

post script: Check out College Fashionista today to see me featured in a trend post!

Brydferth: Handmade Fabric Rosette Accessories

Posted on May 26, 2011 by soanthro

I adore flowers.

Ok, generic statement, who doesn’t? But I especially love them because they, like my own style, can either go preppy or hippy. This Etsy designer, Brydferth, has created the most beautiful rosette accessories. Headbands, barrettes, clutches, rings, shoe clips, even a bridal veil!

Black Lace and Golden Silk Rosette Bracelet, $25

Lavender Silk Rosette Shoe Clips with Bluette Clips, $34

Turquoise Blue Cotton Rosette Bobby Pin, $8

Rosette Headband, $34

For the Bride Rosette Hair Piece with Bird Cage, $70

Leanna at The Violet Reaction is hosting a Brydferth giveaway this week: winner receives a custom cotton rosette bobby pin! I don’t know how I’d even choose a color if I were lucky enough to receive it– will probably end up buying a few on my own anyway :)

Check out more of these great accessories here, and let me know what your favorites are. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: thank goodness for Etsy!

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