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cheap thrills: echo’s sheer striped cardi

i’ve been sort of ambivalent about these asymmetrical cardigans since they came into style last year, but something about this version has really grabbed me!

i’m not sure if it’s the stripes, the great neutral shades, or the $48 pricetag (okay, it’s probably the stripes…), but i’m thinking i need to add one of these to my spring arsenal.  it would be perfect layered over a floral sundress (especially in black – i love contrasting black with pastel florals!), or just to top off a simple tank and cut-off shorts.  i’m not necessarily sold on the long-term potential of this particular style, but at $48, how much longevity do we really need?

for those that haven’t seen these before, the longer front ends of the cardi can be left loose and drapey or tied together to create a little knot over your waist.  i was pretty hesitant to add bulk in that area, but i toted one of these along on my recent trip to mexico (thank god…it was freezing!!) and got compliments all over the place.  turns out, they actually nip in at just the right spot, and provide a nice little eye-fooling camouflage for the tummy.  who knew?

you can find them at echo design, in a whole rainbow of colors…but personally, my favorites are the grey and black.  adventurous, i know.

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cheap thrill: echo’s ruffle glove

after suggesting such a serious splurge, i thought it only fair to show off my latest cheap thrill find…you know, to balance the scales.  these sweet, girly gloves are making my winter wardrobe so much more stylish, and they’re a steal to boot:

i’m something of a glove connoisseur (or, at least, i’m highly picky about them), and i can tell you that these ruffled gloves from echo might just be the ultimate knit glove. the wool/cashmere blend keeps these from being at all itchy, the knit is so tight that these actually keep your fingers toasty warm, and they come in eight bright, cheery colors, so you’ll never be bored.  the tight knit keeps these looking infinitely more polished than a typical knit glove when you wear them, particularly with that sweet little ruffle at the wrist.  and when i inevitably drop one in a puddle and leave it in the parking lot of my grocery store?  well, they’re $28, so i’ll just order a second pair and count my blessings that my italian lambskin gloves are safe at home.

oh, and by the way….awesome, awesome gift idea.  order the medium and, since the knit stretches just a touch, you’ll be safe with nearly anyone.

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