SHOP THE LOOK:
dress: anthropologie {wearing size small; now on sale for extra 20% off!} | jacket: jcrew {favorite!} | sandals: birkenstock | bag: rebecca minkoff {on sale!} | glasses: karen walker | bracelets: tory burch for fitbit, alex + ani | lips: ‘st germain’ by mac

The first time I saw this dress online, I fell in love with it! I read the reviews on Anthro’s site and most people did not love it, which surprised me. Here’s my recommendation if you decide to buy (did I mention it is on sale + an extra 20% off right now? – use code SALEAWAY):

1. Choose your normal size – I’m wearing a small and when I tried the XS it was too tight in the arms;
2. Expect additional fabric – You can tell by the model pic that this dress is not super form-fitting. I think that gives it an extra casual feel, but if the amount of fabric really bothered you, you could have a seamstress take it in a little on the sides; and
3. Accessorize your waist – This dress is darling with a simple belt or denim jacket around the waist. I also liked it with the jacket on, so that’s another way to accentuate the colors in the palm print while adding more shape to your silhouette. I have also worn it dressed up with strappy heels and it passes the versatility test.

Remember, Anthro has one of the best (if not the best) return policies around so you can always try it out and take it back if it just doesn’t work for you. Here are some other sale dresses I’ve been eyeing lately (including this dress, which I purchased and am completely in love with!)…

PS – Thanks to everyone who entered the SheIn giveaway! The winner has been announced and contacted. Apologies for the delay.

xox