Boden Spring 2012

I'm so excited about Boden's Spring line! It's full of goodies that make me eager for warmer weather (as if one needed a reason to look forward to warmth). I love all the cheerful colors and the styles seem flattering and easy to wear. Over the past couple of years, Boden became one of my favorite places to shop. Though the prices are somewhat on the high side, I wouldn't say they are any higher than Anthropologie and I usually end up finding discount coupons or wait for a sale. The quality is consistent, and the garment measurements that are listed on the site take the guesswork out of selecting the right size. 

Currently, you can get 20% OFF your order plus free shipping and free returns with coupon code WA80 (some exclusions apply).

Favourite Jersey Maxi

Floaty Jersey Dress

 Jeweled Cardigan

Textured Cotton Skirt

Paris Jersey Dress

 Merino Dress

Fun Cardigan

 Though it's not apparent from the picture, the whimsical circles on this cardigan are not a print, 

but  are raised stitches.

Scallop Trim Shirt

This is my favorite top from the Spring collection. I love everything about it, the feminine retro style, the scallops and it's my favorite color to boot!(Available in more colors).

Bell Sleeve Cardigan

GIRLS' STYLES

 Applique Skirt

Reversible Teddy Zip Throu (no, I did not misspell that)

 Pretty Applique Dress

 Hotchpotch  T-Shirt Dress

Hotchpotch Pinafore 

 Flower Applique T-shirt

 Pretty Applique Top

Funky Dress Top

Broiderie Twirly Skirt 

Big Applique T-shirt

 Pretty Dungarees 
Can baby clothes get any cuter?

Vintage Dress

LiaMolly SALE!

Zulily is having a SALE  on LiaMolly knitwear today!

Shoes Sale

My Mother-in-law told me that when she was a little girl living in Russia, her family had one pair of winter boots for all the family members to share - whoever woke up first got to wear them.

On that note, enjoy the shoes sale!

Outspread Wing

Fountain Spray Wingtips

 Sloane T-straps

Bow Buckle Flats

Origami Knot Mary-Janes

Fan-Fringed Flats

 Akomeogi Peep-Toes

Cleary Heels

Fitzgerald Loafers

Fairisle Clog Boots 

Laramie Boots

Disclaimer: You may have noticed that I didn't put up pictures of ALL the sale shoes. That's because I left out the really ugly ones. I never want to be responsible for anyone wearing ugly shoes. 

Anthropologie January 2012 Catalog

The romantic theme and exquisite photography are the two merits of the January catalog. As for the clothes, I've said this before and I'm saying it again: they're looking more and more like Urban Outfitters. Unfortunately, I no longer belong to the age group that can get excited over open-back sweaters and strapless dresses worn without a bra. I want sophisticated, well tailored clothes with a vintage flair! Is that too much to ask for? Huh, Anthropologie?

Cropped Cable Pullover

Dappled Sea Blouse

Did I mention I love the photography in this catalog? 

It looks like the photos were shot with film which is making a 

big comeback after years of digital mania. Though I myself am a digital addict, I love the classic grainy, warm look of film. Maybe it's time I pull out the film rolls I've had sitting in my freezer for 8 years. 

Wonder if  it's still usable. Not only is it film, it's vintage film by now!

Yarn Plumes Skirt

Tied-Shoulder Tank

 Blue Rainier Set

 Dahlia Lace Cropped Kimono

 Pleated Optic Maxi Dress

 Cropped Keyhole Cardigan

Dried Larkspur Skirt

Beaded Violet V-Back

Embroidered Paperwhites Skirt

Bike Lane Dress

I like the last year's version of the bike dress better. 

Rearward Cardigan

In case you needed a draft on your back.

Bird Of Paradise Skirt