Anthro's Malva top + review of J.Crew's invitation clutch

Malva Top by Leifsdottir:  Anthropologie, here
Bubble necklace in brilliant blue:  J.Crew, sold out online but check stores
Orange wool pencil skirt:  Banana Republic, OLD!
Colette reptile pump:  Tahari, here

It turned out to be a beautiful, warm day in Cincinnati, but this morning I did throw a gray schoolboy blazer on top of this outfit to ward off the early chill.  Liefsdottir is one of my favorite labels at Anthropologie, so when this top made it to second markdown I knew it was a great deal.  The colors are brilliant, but the fit is a little odd.  I'm wearing a size 4, which is my normal size in Leifsdottir.  But it's pretty big and I probably could have sized down to a 2.  Anyway, I'm willing to overlook the large sizing issue for a pretty silk top in a gorgeous color scheme. 

I have had this orange wool skirt from Banana Republic for ages...literally 8 years or more.  It has to be one of the oldest items in my closet.  And you know what I've come to realize?  The items that I keep year after year, that I never tire of, are the items that I love most and I feel good in, no matter how old they are.  And most of those items, unsurprisingly, are classic pieces rather than trends. 

Now I have a secret to share:  Run, don't walk, to J.Crew and grab one of these awesome clutches before they run out!

Invitation clutch in colorblock blue/green:  J.Crew
Buy here

It is marked from $158 to $98 online, but in-store it is marked to $39.99 plus an additional 25% off.  The leather is buttery soft and the colors are vivid, and with the additional markdown it's a whopping $30.  What a steal!  It also comes in a pink/orange combo which is equally lovely.  I love that you can carry it as a clutch or use the little gold chain strap for a shoulder bag. 

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