personal style challenge: the romper

personal style challenge: the romper

[ trying on the romper. sorry for the fuzziness of the photos; I took them with my cell! ]

After a less-than-successful day of thrifting (two out of the 4 places I had on my list were closed!), I decided to swing by Anthropologie on a lark. You all know I have an obsession with Anthropologie and have years worth of their catalogs saved for inspiration alone! Going into the store is always a treat, since I love browsing not only the clothes and home goods, but soaking up the creative vibes. Although, I have to admit, lately Anthro hasn’t been thrilling me quite like it used to. But while I was wandering around, I spotted this adorable, Scottie print romper.

Yes, romper. The style that I love on other people, but have shied away from adding to my own wardrobe. I’ve been convinced that with all my “junk in the trunk”, I couldn’t wear one without looking ridiculous. This piece was so cute, I trotted off to the fitting rooms before I had a moment to give it a serious thought. Although this one was a size too big (they didn’t have my size in stock), I was delighted with how it did look. It just goes to show me that cut is everything. (Just like shade/tint is everything when it comes to wearing colors!) Sadly, this piece was a little too spendy for my wallet, but it still was fun to try on. Now I’m thinking how I could make a similar romper! lol. (I know–running away with my ideas again!) Seems like the perfect style for this Florida weather: the ease of a dress (one piece) with the coolness of shorts.

Have you ever had one of those “aha!” moments with a style you hadn’t tried before? I think it’s good to push yourself stylistically from time to time; it always opens up new possibilities for one’s wardrobe!

August 26, 2009 · 25 lovely thoughts
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melissa August 26, 2009 at 20:30

looks adorable on you! and actually looks more like a top and shorts instead of a romper. usually rompers are all one color/same fabric so its more obvious that its one piece. maybe that’s why you like it. regardless, so cute!!

Kelley Anne August 26, 2009 at 20:46

Oh it is very flattering! Rompers can be tricky, but this one is adorable. I can’t wait to see what you come up with:)

Leila Wylie August 26, 2009 at 21:11

This looks great on you! I have always been afraid to wear rompers. Everyone has witnessed a time when someone’s romper has gone terribly wrong. Or at least I have, and it sort of scared me away from them. But this has inspired me to give the next romper I like a shot!

KimB August 26, 2009 at 21:16

Way cute! I like this because the contrast bodice makes it look less like a toddler’s outfit (which is what I think most rompers end up resembling). This actually looks sophisticated!

Michele August 26, 2009 at 21:40

I know exactly what you mean. I’ve always loved the look of high-waisted skirts, but thought I couldn’t wear them. Well, my mom made me try some on for fun and it turns out they look amazing on. Who knew? Sometimes you just need to go out on a limb.

I’m looking forward to seeing your romper experiment!

Amanda Lee August 26, 2009 at 21:53

That romper is adorable on you! I’d love to see you make up a 40s one, with little sleeves and out of a classic novelty print :-)

I have definitely had those “aha!” moments, both with colors I thought I could never wear and styles too. I agree that the right shade/tint and right fit make all the difference.

Gertie August 26, 2009 at 22:47

Casey, I totally tried this on too! I loved it. I especially liked how the dog print looked like houndstooth from a distance–so clever! It took a lot of willpower not to buy it on the spot. I had the same idea to try to mimic the shape. The question is: where will we find scottie dog fabric? :)

Sara August 26, 2009 at 22:57

Yay! I’m not the only one who stashes away Anthropoligie magazines!

Those are absolutely star-striking dressing room pics, Casey. How can you look so gorgeous while shopping?

meaghan August 27, 2009 at 00:07

oh you should! you should make your own!! i’d love to see it!!
and you definitely pull it off magnificently!

idealscraps August 27, 2009 at 02:26

I totally and completely fell in love with the romper this spring. There are times when I have difficulties with dresses or skirts just because I can turn into a flailing little thing, but the romper has the chicness of a dress without the embarrassment if something goes awry.

The fit can be harder on some people, but it looks like you found one that works! I once tried on a great little romper at Anthropologie I couldn’t afford too. Like much of that store, I loved it, but couldn’t get it.

Dusky Ledoux August 27, 2009 at 04:02

I dont think you could ever have junk in the trunk Casey! hehe. The romper is beautiful, and this is a very timely post for me! I have been making a romper for the past couple of days, and will be posting pictures of it at the weekend! I just love them! They are so cute and practical!
Hope you are well :)

Rhiannon August 27, 2009 at 04:11

Ooh, you should make one!!! Lately I’ve been seeing dresses online and then wondering how I can make d.i.y. versions of them to save money, and it’s all because of you and your d.i.y./embellishment posts, I think! I bet you could make a romper just like the Anthro one, only with your luck it would actually come out even cuter!

Andi B. Goode August 27, 2009 at 04:40

I’ve certainly had those ‘aha!’ moments but I can’t think what for at the moment. Anyway, you look fab in the romper!
-Andi x

Sorcière Camomille August 27, 2009 at 05:21

This romper looks really great on you ! I didn’t know that b rand, now I think I’m going to be an addict and I’m not even sure they exist here in France… :-(
Thanks for your always inspirational posts.

Marmielu August 27, 2009 at 08:23

Hi! I was wondering where you took these photos before I read the post. I knew those hardwood floors were somewhere. And, yes, I agree with you on the lack of anything knock-your-socks-off at Anthro. You know, I noticed that when I went to ours recently.
Mom

Fleur August 27, 2009 at 09:24

I love that on you! I have no had a chance to wear a romper this year – but I don’t think there ever is much, in England

Sal August 27, 2009 at 10:20

How fun to branch out, and have such success! Perhaps you can stitch up a romper instead. I had my ah-ha when I realized that straightleg jeans look fab on me … almost despite my curves.

Solanah August 27, 2009 at 15:46

Oh how funny you and I are Antropologie twins. I have years worth of catalogs too, and go in there to get inspired :) Last week I went and there were not any clothes I wanted, but the atmosphere is so wonderful I want to live there. The Portland one always smells so amazing.

Cute cute cute romper! You could make and even more adorable one.

…now I want to go look through my catalogues ;)

Nancy Solla August 27, 2009 at 18:58

Well, you look adorable, but that’s not a surprise. ;-)

I’ve seen rompers (or “dancing attire”) from the 30′s that I thought were sweet, but they were never strapless. I can’t seem to get up the nerve to wear strapless things, so maybe I’ll have to make myself one of the non-strapless styles. Then I can try my best to look like an ingenue auditioning for a Broadway musical. (oh, dear, I think I’ll have to get rid of a LOT of junk in my trunk first! ;-)

Tara August 27, 2009 at 22:25

I love those “aha” moments! It seems to open up a whole new realm, doesn’t it??

rachel erin August 28, 2009 at 12:24

you actually inspired one of my “aha” moments! i threw a 1950′s housewife themed bridal shower and found your blog while looking for inspiration. i did my hair all up and wore red lipstick and pearls… and then realized i can wear them regularly to fulfill my longing to dip into vintage.

i got nothing but compliments!

Jennifer August 29, 2009 at 01:10

Ooh that romper is too cute on you! I bet you could make an even more fabulous one and for a LOT less than what they were charging!

I too LOVE Anthropologie, I wish my whole house looked like their stores! That’s a really great idea to save the catalogs, I need to start doing that!

xoxo

Lizzy August 31, 2009 at 10:00

That romper is so adorable! I just love the little Scottie dogs. It looks so cute on you. I definitely would be too chicken to try to pull off a romper myself, as I have some “junk in the trunk” as well, haha. I can’t wait to see if you recreate this romper.
Anthropologie is the greatest. I have a hard time parting with any of my catalogs from there as well, if I hard the money I would definitely own half to their clothing from every new season ;) But I agree, it seems to me like the clothing from all my fav spots just hasn’t been as cute as usual lately, Anthropologie included.

*Katio* September 19, 2009 at 21:32

Hi there! I also loved this romper and HAD to have it! The only reason I could afford it is because I am an Anthropologie employee ;) Its the cutest little thing I bought this summer by far!

am November 4, 2009 at 10:05

Cool blog! I’ve been eyeing the scottie romper Forever and just googled some images of girls wearing it in action and I thought I’d let you know that it has finally gone on sale online (as of, like, yesterday) for about $60! It’s so cuuute! Can’t wait for it to arrive!

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