Monday, May 26, 2014

ONE STITCH GOES A LONG WAY: Anthropologie Lokoya Tucked Tunic

So many has complained about this top in their reviews that it was shapeless and too loose on the anthropology website.  I first encountered this top in the store and wanted to try it on because it looked interesting on the rack.  When I initially tried it on, it was that shapeless, loose look because it was too big on me.  But, I have added a ribbon to modify this top so it looks the way it looked on the models.  I truly think that the stitch across to make the tucked in look is genius.  But, perhaps, this top just runs big and thus, people find it to be "shapeless", and unflattering.  The top on me here is size xs.  I have ordered PXXS to try on and will make a separate post if a smaller size looks better.

anthropologie lokoya tucked tunic, vince camuto pencil skirt and kate spade bag
With ribbon tie in the back - much better
Vince Camuto cotton pencil skirt (at Nordstrom Rack for $10!), (similar in shape and fit
Ann Taylor Loft chain necklace (available in store) 
anthropologie lokoya tucked tunic, vince camuto pencil skirt and kate spade bag
 No ribbon tie - much looser and has less shape.  Will compare this xs to the pxxs when top arrives.
kate spade new york Beacon Court Georgica Sho
 I love this purse because it's the perfect size to fit my labtop + charger, a thin review book, my wallet, and phone.  That's really all I need.
ann taylor loft chunky chain necklace
 This chain necklace is still available in store.  But, for some reason, it's no longer sold online.  I normally don't wear a lot of heavy, big jewelry.  Somehow, I really like this necklace.  It's simple and adds so much to a plain white top.  My outfit would look so different without this necklace.

anthropologie lokoya tucked tunic with  tie in back

anthropologie lokoya tucked tunic with tie in back
 Here is a closer up of that stitch across, creating this "tucked in" look.
anthropologie lokoya tucked tunic with tie in back

Next post: how I curl my hair.

10 comments:

  1. Are you going to do a wedding post???? Gahh!!

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    1. Yes, I will do a post on my wedding when the photos are done by my photographer :) I will also post wedding DIY projects. And thanks for visiting my blog!

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  2. Love this b&w look, simply chic!
    xo, Jane
    http://www.fitfabfunmom.com

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  3. You look so classy. Love it!

    Kisses,
    Teodora
    www.e-befashion.com

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  4. lovely post!
    Such a beautiful dress!
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  5. I love the outfit! That tunic though, I need something similar in my wardrobe :)

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  6. This outfit is beautiful! So classy.. I love your hair also!
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  7. Interesting--I have actually modified some of my clothes too to make them fit me better (including my wedding gown layers). They are not as hard as imagined and can achieve great results like the one you had on you!:)

    http://staybeautifulforyou.blogspot.com

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