Dissertation Drowning

Sorry! I know I've been absentee blogger the last few days! In my defence, I wasn't just bumming around (well, okay, I was one night) - I've been trying to complete my dissertation draft. This actually doesn't mean I'm that far along - I just had to hand in 2-3000 words that shows I've started working on it. I managed to do a huge plan, so I'm feeling quite virtuous now!

Anyhoo, I've got a lightning fast review for you and a big reminder: submit your Polyvore sets and outfits centred around the Waffle Weave/Noon and Night/Basket Weave Dress! You have until Wednesday evening. I'm going to be doing a Polyvore set this time around, as I don't have any of these dresses, so don't be shy!

Blanched and Buckled Cardigan by Angel of the North

You might have noticed my sudden onset of obsession with oversized and chunky knits lately, so it's no surprise that I was clammering for this. 

I'm wearing the extra-small in the jumper, since you need the buckles to do up fairly tightly, otherwise there'll be quite a lot of flapping about. This fit nicely on me, but I suspect that means that teeny girls (0s and 2s) are going to be sized out of this one. 

I've seen some complaints about the fit of the sleeves on this cardigan but I didn't run into problem (and arms are usually my trouble spot. You know, along with all my other trouble spots!). The material has enough give to them that I don't see this being a real problem. I would say that this will probably stretch out over time, which is another reason to size down.

The buckles give this cardigan its edge but might hamper functionality a bit, as it's a little tricky to wear open thanks to the straps. The material is so warm and snuggly, though, that I envisage this being a cardigan solely for cold weather, so I think you're probably always going to want it done up. I found the material really soft and not at all itchy. 

I'm so in love with this and it's going straight on the wishlist, hopefully in time for Christmas, so I can wear it over something slinky. Yay! Also, for those like me who've been spoiled by Anthro: pockets!: 

That's all. Fingers crossed for a big sale tomorrow so we can reap the benefits over the next few days in the States. I have my suspicions that Anthro UK might cave and run a promotion (maybe 25% off?)  but I'll keep you updated. The sale items are back on the EU website now, though you have to look in the specific sections for them now (i.e. clothing, shoes, etc).

Night night. Submit for Style It!