Anthropologie San Antonio Spring Fashion Show, Part 2

When speaking with Blanquita about the show, (she’s the Visual Manager fabuloso at our store, and also the owner/creative genius of Bonjour Biqui!), I found myself deeply interested in the concept, design, and decisions that go into “the making of an Anthropologie runway show”.

Blanquita explained that the show’s concept “was based on ‘Surf Lodge‘, “our theme for our apparel this summer season. Surf Lodge is inspired by a sleepy beach getaway on Montauk, Long Island.  The look is bohemian meets preppy (think flowy maxi dress, layered beaded necklaces, and sandals paired with a preppy blazer).”

Staff Models, all total babes!!

Every fashion show tells a story, and Anthropologie’s show was no different. The colors included:

*Vivid tangerine hues balanced by indigo and blue.
*Citrus pops such as yellows and greens.
*Punchy black and white graphics.

Left, Visual Manager Blanquita, Right: Christy

Left, Visual Manager Blanquita, Right: Store Manager Christy, both striped in awesomeness!

As for the vibe: It was all about sophisticated summer outfitting. 

Per Blanquita: “The styling incorporated accessories that helped tell the story- big straw hats, sunglasses, wedge sandals, and layered necklaces.  We focused on maxi length dresses, shorts, and summer blouses. The mood was light, airy, and colorful.  The mindset: laid back and relaxed, but never dull.”

Managers extraordinaire!

So, how did they decide the order of the models, especially when relating to telling a story?

“We started by really understanding the Surf Lodge theme and feel, then went on to select the best outfits for the individual models (i.e. which outfit best suited the models body type, coloring, and personality).  After finding the right match, we put the outfits in color and style order on our racks and looked at the flow of our styling.  We took care that each look was unique but also fit in with our overall theme and made sure to edit/add to each look as needed.  We also kept some looks simple to balance out the more dramatic moments.”

I do believe this duo has a cute story. The one in orange is dating the son of the women in yellow. Future in-law!

Here’s a perfect example of the vivid tangerine balanced by indigo and blues, as well as the citrus pop. Anyone else hungry all of a sudden?

The goal of the show?

“There are lots of gatherings and activities taking place in our customer’s lives.  Keeping in mind that life is a balance, we used a variety of options throughout the show to inspire various aspects of an [imaginary] wardrobe.  From the beach to backyard bbqs, we wanted to show options that could whisk our [Anthropologie Woman] away, no matter what the occasion.”

Could this dress be any more gorgeous on her?

Could this dress be any more gorgeous on her?

How much freedom did the store have to make decisions about the show?

“Quite a bit!  We had some great direction from home office in terms of Surf Lodge outfitting examples, but we were able to do the majority of the event planning at the store level.”

Tanned Goddess, Megan.

Tanned Goddess, Megan. Flowy boho at it’s best.

Was the backdrop/gift toppers of colored glue chips decision made at headquarters or was that your own visual team’s concept?

“The large scale glue display idea came from our home office display team and was built by our store display coordinator (Joseph) with support from our entire team.  However, the idea for the thank you gift topper came from our store manager, Kristi.  She is so great with details!”

Yellow is the peace maker in all outfits. I'm definitely feeling the love here.

Another Citrus Pop!  Yellow is the universal peace maker in all outfits. I’m definitely feeling the love here.

What’s your favorite moment/memory of the show?

“I loved how much FUN the models had on the runway.  It was truly a thrill to see our store associates and customers beaming.” I second that. It was a really FUN show!

We went for a "dressed up beach evening" look here. With the cork pumps and sparkly necklace, I was ready for an ocean view table of  King Crab legs at sunset.

We went for a “dressed up beach evening” look here. With the cork pumps, beaded clutch, and sparkly necklace, I was ready for a table at sunset with an ocean view….and all-you-can-eat crab legs.

I want to send another HUGE thank you out to Blanquita for indulging our inquiring minds, and to the entire store/team….BRAVO, ladies! You all did a smashing job! Blanquita added, “We were all so pleased and proud of the event on so many levels. It was a true team effort, with every person in our store contributing. We are hoping to begin plans for a fall/holiday show soon!”

What perfect flow from one model to the next.

What perfect flow from one model to the next.

This is outfit embraces the idea that "you don't have to match, you just have to go". I would SO wear this. Loved those heels. This is tota

Ah, an outfit that embraces the notion “you don’t have to match, you just have to go”. I would SO wear this. Loved those heels.

This midi dress on me looks fabulous as a maxi dress on sweet Yumi.

This dress screams “Bring it, Summer!” I love the block of white styled on this darling model as her darker hair and skin tone compliment it so nicely.

Ah, the Swizzle stripe tunic.

Ah, the Swizzle stripe tunic. Such a perfect piece. She looks so adorable I want to pick her up and put her in my pocket to bring to show and tell, I mean, if I had a show and tell to go to.

Talk about letting pattern do the talking! I love the bold choice of

Talk about letting pattern do the talking! I love the bold choice of orange sherbet on top. Such a knock-out styling job! Did I mention that hat has GOT to be mine soon?!?!

After the show, the store kindly rewarded us catwalkers with a one-time 25% coupon. My mama taught me to never ignore a sale, so I went a-huntin’ and found a few treasures :)

Two items I bought were already on hold for me:  The Swizzle Stripe Tunic and Braided Twill Trousers.

Wearing: Top-Anthropologie Swizzle Stripe Tunic, Pants-Anthropologie ,Necklace-Anthropologie Stormy Seas, Shoes-Target

I’m pretty sure Anthro couldn’t release a more perfect top this summer than the Swizzle Stripe Tunic. It’s Fan-freaking-tastic. It’s sized generously though, so I fear the petite amongst us may be disappointed. I’m wearing an XS here.

The Braided Twill Trousers are like butter on your butt. Seriously comfy, and totally flattering. Last year Hei Hei released pants very similar to these, and I bought two colors. The night of the fashion show, I made myself put down the blue color and walk away before someone got hurt. :) I will wait for sale on the blue.

I also picked these up for myself and for a friend (who’s making a valance out of them….I die! Serious! So cute, right?!):

Hand Embroidered Etiquette napkins. Will totally frame these!!

Hand Embroidered Etiquette napkins. Will totally frame these!! $12 with the extra off.

And a ‘lil something to motivate me in the kitchen….

Pink Citrus Apron. $12 after the 25% discount kicked in!

Pink Citrus Apron. $12 after the 25% discount kicked in!

My waist couldn’t be left out either. This belt fills a hole in my collection, that indecipherable yellow-tan-brown color that flows many an outfit together.

Raffia Saddle Corset

Raffia Saddle Corset

Last, but certainly not least, my ears. They needed some sugar too.

Smoky Mirror Drops. These were $12 too!

Smoky Mirror Drops. These were $12 too!

 

Gumdrop Trio Earrings

Gumdrop Trio Earrings

Beaded Daisy Hoops

Beaded Daisy Hoops

Chevron Wing Earrings

Chevron Wing Earrings

I certainly didn’t let that 25% go to waste! Just doing my duty…:)

Hope you enjoyed the last bit of fashion show eye candy! I certainly want to check into Surf Lodge ASAP, what about you?!

xoxo

Molly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nobody Puts Baby in a Corner.

I was in my early teen years when the original Dirty Dancing hit theaters.  Holy. Cow. Immediately my impressionable brain decided my goal in life was to be a dance instructor at a summer camp in the Catskill Mountains so I could wear my button-downs tied over a bare mid-section, dance on a log, and meet my own Johnny Castle.

I also decided to change my name to ‘Baby’.

source: www.what-the-frock.com

Things didn’t go as planned for my young self, which is fine by me. Turns out I grew up, and things kinda went better.

I kept my name, met my very own brown-eyed version of Johnny Castle in college who likes to dance with me in the kitchen when our kids are snug in their beds, and I still occasionally wear my button-downs tied at the waist.

And every time I do, I feel a bit like Baby. Just a little.

Wearing: Skirt-Anthropologie , Shirt-Anthropologie Hanalei Buttondown, Tank-BR, Shoes-Nine West Jaxon, Earrings-BR

Wearing: Skirt-Anthropologie Striped Sky Skirt, Shirt-Anthropologie Hanalei Buttondown, Tank-BR, Shoes-Nine West Jaxon, Earrings-BR

The second I saw this skirt online, I knew I had to give it a go. It’s super light weight, fully lined, hits just below my knees, and has an elastic back. It fits like a freaking dream, ladies. I got a size Small and I usually wear between a size 4 or 6 in skirts. It’s a tight slither over the caboose, but feels absolutely tailored made on the waist. I’m stoked as all get-out about this new stripedy goodness in my life.

Thank you, Anthro, for this newcomer Greylin brand. I’ll definitely be watching for more pieces by them. ooh wait…just did a search on the website.  ALL of these are by Greylin.

I’m particularly oogling at the maxi dress on the bottom row, the Colorblocked Neblina. Gorge.

So tell me, ladies….any other Baby wannabes out there? If so, I highly recommend knotting your button downs at the waist as a sacred nod to Dirty Dancing. Baby would be so proud!

More pics and super cool insider info to come about the San Antonio Anthropologie Spring Fashion show. And a giveaway! An AWESOME giveaway, my friends!

xoxo

MOlly

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Anthropologie San Antonio Spring Fashion Show, Part 1

A bit of a warning here, readers. We’re going heavy on the eye candy today….This one’s gonna be a photo doozy!

I was beyond thrilled to be a part of the my local Anthropologie’s Spring Fashion show. Our San Antonio staff is truly one of a kind. They are lovely, creative, hard-working go-getters, all of them. They get it done, and they get it done super well every time. As I was talking to one of the visual team managers, we were both marveling at how warm our staff and clients are with one another. It makes sense, since this is our only store in San Antonio, we see our staff often,…us die-hards. They know us, they know our kids by name, they take care of us and look forward to seeing us every time, regardless of our spending there. The show completely felt like a party amongst friends. Kudos to the San Antonio La Cantera Staff for throwing a fashionable shin-dig to remember.

Onward and forward….

How gorgeous was this set up?! I died a little inside at the perfectness.

The noshlings were awesome, with tastey veggie wraps and turkey wraps, delightful dips, bubbly for sipping, and cupcakes…cause what’s an event without cupcakes?

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The little gift wrappers ingeniously tied into the runway by using the same wax circles on the presents that they used for the runway backdrop. An inside source from the visual team told me these are actually dyed globs of dried glue. I swear! Darling, right?!

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Here’s a group shot of all the models in the fitting room/staging area. What a fun group of ladies!! There was so much energy “backstage” before it all began. I LOVED IT!I’m in the way back, right side, next to the gorgeous girl in the huge blue hat.

On with the show! I will try my darnedest to identify each of the pieces the models are wearing, but I seriously can’t tell on some of them.

Wearing: Blushed Paisley Maxi Dress, Giocoliere Necklace

wearing:

Wearing: Caraiva Maxi Dress, Beaded Boteh Scarf, Aurora Sun Hat, Archer Sandals in Nude

Loved this outfit, mostly because it looked SO good on her fabulously tanned bod! (Note to self: get butt to tanning salon, ASAP).

Oh, and I TOTALLY want the handbag she’s carrying.

Wearing:

Wearing: Pilcro Stet Colored Denim Roll-ups, Nimbin Peasant Blouse, Banded Mercury Slides, Bloom Stitch Satchel, Glimmer Pebble Necklace

 

Wearing: Aniko Lace Dress, Elli Sorento Wedges

 Oh my gosh, could her smile be any cuter?! Loved her energy!

Wearing: Cropped Field Jacket, Tulip Sailor Shorts, Sunset District Buttondown, Wing-Tipped Shades, Dewed T-Straps

Wearing: Forget-Me-Not Dress, Sidra Cork Wedges, Pomflora Pouch

Wearing: AG Stevie Jeans, Embroidered Aureolin Tunic, Spring Garden Infinity Scarf

Wearing: Soraya Maxi Dress, Beaded Daisy Hoops in Blue, Sidra Cork Wedges

Drumroll…..here I come! (Promise, I have better close up pics to come!)

Wearing: Tupsa Jumpsuit, Draped Kimono Sweater in Ivory (tied in Back), Beaumaris Cork Pumps, Fanned Rafia Pendant Necklace, Ursa Beaded Clutch in Yellow

Loved the pattern mixing on this one:

Wearing: Retro Flora Charlie Crops, Neo-Gingham Crossback Tee, Figli Layer Necklace, Chevron Lucite Heels in PInk

I totally dig the styling here. The swingy dress “dressed up” with a structured colored denim jacket.

Wearing: Tisa Swing Dress, Pilcro Colored Denim Jacket, Archer Sandals in Nude

 

Wearing: Sunburst Maxi Dress, Clutch?, Iris Gem Hoops

 

Wearing: Pilcro Stet Denim Roll-ups, Coralline Peplum Top, Beaded Seaford Strands Necklace, Tikehua Sun Hat, Deirdre Lace Wedges

Wearing: Level 99 Linen Bermudas, Sleeveless Chambray Popover, Sidra Cork Wedges, Necklace?

Wearing: Level 99 Sailor Wide legs, Bowed Bouquet Tank, Shimmered Nolina Sandals, Draped Flaneur Cardigan, Rounded Horn Sunglasses

Oh man, here’s one of my favorite outfits. I mean, I PINE for this romper.

Wearing: Midsummer Romper, Camellia Bib Necklace, Daphne Wedges

J’dore, Kim. Totes J’dore. :)

Wearing: Demi Aviators,Caminito Collar Necklace,Top?,Braided Twill Trousers,Daphne Wedges

Completely love this dress, especially on her.

Wearing: Mallorca Midi Dress, Gracie Jewel Bib Necklace, Aurora Sun Hat, Parley Wedges

This cutie has started me obsessing about buying a head scarf. Isn’t she darling?!?

Wearing: Swizzle Stripe Tunic, AG Stevie Roll-Up Jeans, Pico Flatforms, Scarf?, Prana Clutch

This outfit made me weak in the knees for reals.

Wearing: Pleated Santari Buttondown, Ikat Shorts, Toccata Crochet Floppy Hat, Beaded Bubble Stretch Belt, Parley Wedges, Tooled Flora Clutch

The finale walk.

A HUGE thank you to my super duper friend Jen for her photog skillz. And a MEGA thank you to Blanquita for sending me all of her terrific photos of the event as well! You and your team are too amazing for words!!

Holy cow, I have so many more pictures to share. I barely scratched the surface!  Stay tuned for a part 2 post of the event. Tons more pictures of the staff, close ups, and what I ended up taking home with me that night with that 25% perk!!!

xoxo MOlly

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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