Friday, April 27, 2012

J.Crew 2012 May Roll Out and Reviews

I'm back.  Since I last blogged I had an amazing vacation (thank you Maui) then a busy month.  Here are some of my purchases:

Amie Maxi Dress
After I said Larry David!
I love the simplicity of the Amie Maxi Dress.   See on the beautiful model above, then me in real life at a restaurant (Lelaini's on the beach).  I had on my Ami Maxi Dress, sunglasses and J.Crew navy summer hat and had a Larry David Spotting (look over my shoulder).   I said (rather loudly, accidentally) "Larry David!"  My kids said "Who cares?  Is that a celebrity?" It could've been the mai tai's at Aloha Hour on the beach, but my husband and I are convinced.
Mai Tai, yummy. 
I think the Amie Maxi Dress is a head turner, regardless if you are a celebrity.

Okay, now back to reality.  Seattle had some pretty days that inspired my desire for Spring.  Then my J.Crew Personal Stylist, kept after me pushing my addiction, even after I said: "I spent too much on vacation!  Give me until May to even think about new clothes..." Then she sent me a link with the new May roll out. There I am, the j.crew junkie trying to withdrawal, going to the store, sucked in again...

So, here's the thing.  I had big aspirations.  I said "I will come in and peek.  Just let me get the clearance Valentina pumps and I will be on my merry way.  I'm trying to quit this month."

Then, I saw the pencil skirts. Wow.  I like.  Maybe just a little look, but none for me.  Well, I guess there could be worse things I could do.

A J.Crew bag full of lovely goodies later, here are some things I bought or tried:
J.Crew No.2 Raj Paisley Skirt

 The J.Crew No. 2 Raj Paisley Pencil Skirt Is it me, or does that skirt belong with my shoes?  I think so...

Next up, I'm the geek in the pink...and green...How about this skirt  - the No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Garden Floral.  I love the fit (I sized down), the color options are incredible (I can wear orange, pink, navy, green, white, you name it). Seriously.  This skirt.  I didn't need it, but how could I live without it?
J.Crew Featherweight Cardigan in Warm Jade







I also love the Garden Floral print in the Ella Dress:
Beautiful!

I had to buy the featherweight cotton cardigan, in jade.  Beautiful color and perfect for summer.  It fits true to size.  I paired the skirt and cardigan with the Vintage Cotton Tank in the Neon Azalea color that is all over the store.  Then I ordered pink shoes that weren't in store but online.  Arriving in 3-6 business days.  So much for April restraint.

I also got the J.Crew Drea Pumps in Leopard Patent for 30% off of 99.99 in store.



How was your week?

19 comments:

  1. You look cute in that dress, and also in those skirts! Thanks for the reviews!

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  2. I scored Dreas in neon peach, pretty excited too!!! Looks like you are having fun, live the dress on you.

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  3. Thanks, Rose! Thanks, Slastena! I wanted the neon peach, too, but they only had two other sizes left. Boo!

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  4. Lelaini's is our favorite place whenever we go to Maui. Our Christmas card this past year included a family picture of us sitting about 5 feet from where you had a meal. I wore a J Crew maxi dress, too on that day in November. Maui is our favorite vacation destination. The Aston Ka'Anapali Shores is like a second home. Glad you had a great vacation.

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  5. I wondered about the Aston Kaanapali Shores. Did you like it? We love Lelaini's.

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  6. I found your blog through the JCA reviews. I just bought the Amie maxi in that same style in my usual size (XS), but I'm wondering if it will fit. Does it run big, small, or TTS? I am only 5'2", and I'm worried it will be too long/baggy. It looks great on you, from what I can see in the pic. Thanks! :)

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  7. I'm usually a Medium and it was fine. I'm 5'6 so the length may be a challenge. It's perfect length for me (which wasn't the case with other maxis at J.Crew - they used to be too long.

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    1. Hmm. I guess I'll have to hope for the best. :) Thanks!

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    2. My recommendation would be to try it out - you can always return or get it hemmed!

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  8. Thanks for these great reviews!!! I love everything on you. And, I love the pink and green combination with the Garden Floral skirt, so thanks for the styling idea!!!

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  9. Hi Tammy, welcome back! Looks like you and your family had a great vacation, will have to ask you for tips if I ever make it to Hawaii. Thanks for the reviews, love the skirts on you!

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  10. Welcome back, geek in pink ;) very cute outfits!

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  11. maui, I'm jealous! And love your new pumps!

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  12. You looked so cute on vacation. The Valentinas look great w/the Raj paisley. Nice!

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