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Saturday, July 7, 2012

J.Crew 30% off Summer Sale

Even after all of my unbirthday shopping in June, I couldn't resist the 30% off sale at J.Crew. I got the Plaid Boucle Tweed Jacket, which was $268, for $87.99 in store. Wow! I love the way it was styled in the June Style Guide:

Oh, J.Crew! Love everything about this look

Here it is on me in real life...

J.Crew Plaid Bouncle Tweed Jacket
J.Crew Tiered Dot Tank
DKNY White and Gold Ceramic Watch
Citizens of Humanity Cropped Dylan Jeans
J.Crew Mona Shoes in Poppy

Love the neon pink accents!

It's more fitted, so if you are busty or beyond a B cup, you will probably either need to size up or not zip it. I don't plan on zipping it up, so I am fine. The next size was too baggy under arms and the sleeves were longer.

I also love this picture featuring the white Tiered Dot Tank from the June Style Guide. I was so excited when I saw it on sale in the store for $27.99. This fits true to size.

Love this look...

I got the Cafe Capri in Safari Cat for the killer price of 24.99 after the in store 30% off discount. They are thicker linen material, true to size fit maybe a bit bigger. For this look, I added something old and something new. I haven't wore my ruffle tank for a while, but threw it on for a warm summer day and bright shoes. Simple for a sunny day.


Madewell Secret Shapes Necklace DKNY White Ceramic and Gold Watch J.Crew Sequin Tiered Ruffle Tank (old) J.Crew Cafe Capri in Safari Cat Tory Burch Robinson Demi-Wedge Sandals

Speaking of J.Crew Cafe Capri, I've been on a kick lately. I was afraid to try them at first out of fear of looking ridiculous, then I caved in when I got the abstract leopard pair I reviewed in March. I'm sure I didn't need another leopard pair, but this is a different print, linen, and at the sale price of $20.99 after the discount, why not? Besides, I have so many J.Crew pencil skirts, so this is a nice switch. In addition to the Cafe Capri's in Safari Cat and I got the warm jade and bright dahlia, as seen below:

I will post pictures later of different styles.

In the store, I found the Shoreline-stripe dress in Kelly Green below for $27.99 after the 30% off in store? It's still full price online ($69.50). Seriously, the price differences between online and in store drive me nuts.

This will be great for summer days. You can also add a cardigan, blazer or jean jacket for evenings or cooler days. I paired it with the white Nolita Denim Jacket (from two years ago) below:


J.Crew Shoreline-stripe dress in Kelly Green J.Crew White Nolita Denim Jacket (older) J.Crew Golden Cabochon Bracelet in Navy J.Crew Farmer's Market Tote Cole Haan Air Catalina Sandal

How was your week? Did you give into to the 30% off sale?

Saturday, May 12, 2012

Stripes, Leopard, Sunshine,Yoga and Flowers

My recent J.Crew purchase was the Villa Dress in Stripe. It was $88 in the store. I didn’t get it thinking it would go on sale soon and that full price was crazy for this dress, then went home,saw it online for $68 with an additional 30% off (Really J.Crew? Do you need such inconsistency from store to online pricing?) I gave in, and took advantage of that 30% sale online.

The fabric weight is a good, thick weight similar to the Maritime Dress, which I love. The buttons on the back are a nice touch:

This is a nice, easy summer dress which you can also add a jean jacket, cardigan or blazer. I wore it today to the market with sandals (the sun was shining and it was a beautiful day). I paired it below with my J.Crew Nolita Denim Jacket (last year) and rooftop red Valentina Pumps (I swear I own more shoes than these, but yes, I do really love them).

Speaking of shoes, what do you think of the new J.Crew Printed Wedge Espadrilles? I like the print, but think the price is too much for the style.

J.Crew Printed Wedge Espadrilles, $128

Now look what I found at Nordstrom Rack for $17 on the clearance rack?

Mee Too Princess Espadrille, $17 at Nordstrom Rack

They are super cute, open toe with a bow, comfortable, and too cheap not to indulge. The brand is Me Too, found in Nordstrom, Endless.com, Zappos, etc. The print and fabric are similar to J.Crew's at a bargain.

Today was a nice day. I went to Hot Yoga this morning (I've been doing it for the last month.). I got to wear my new yoga Practice Freely Tank top from Lululemon, which was perfect for the hot room. I love it. Namaste!

Lululemon Practice Freely Tank

I visited Pike Place Market in Seattle today for the Flower Festival. The flowers were beautiful.

Pike Place Market

How was your weekend? Happy Mother's Day to all of the moms!

Friday, February 24, 2012

J.Crew March 2012 Spring Review

I went a little crazy this week on the Spring rollout of the new March 2012 items. I am so ready for Spring, it's ridiculous. I went to two different J.Crew stores out of my enthusiasm for bright colors and sunny days in two days because I clearly have some issues with winter and gray Seattle skies.

I didn't expect to love the Long No. 2 pencil skirt in sovereign paisley especially at $148. Shame on J.Crew for the price, but I am drawn this skirt and I sized down to 6. It’s meant to be.

Here are some real life pics:

Here are the Cafe Capri pants in Sovereign Paisley in the same print. They are super comfortable. My husband and 12-year old daughter stood outside the dressing room waiting for me. While my Personal Stylist cheered me on for my boldness with prints, my husband and daughter let out a collective gasp and looked confused. Then my husband cringed and said "You will wear those once, maybe twice, then they will hang in the closet." Okay. Fair enough. Next, please.

I indulged my inner rocker chic and bought another leopard pencil skirt. The No.2 Pencil Skirt in Abstract Leopard fits like the paisley skirt (I got a 6). This doesn't look great on the hanger, but I see so many options in real life.

Real life pics:

J.Crew Jean Jacket
J.Crew Vintage V-neck Tee
J.Crew Abstract Leopard No.2 pencil skirt
J.Crew Palma Leather Platform Wedges

Here are the Cafe Capri pants in Abstract Leopard,which are super comfortable, but feel a little late 80's Vince Neil or David Lee Roth. I kind of dig them but they frighten me. Thoughts? Are these a midlife crisis in my pants or fun and playful?

(Update: I caved and got the pants on sale for $79). Here is another pic - forgive the dog's toys in the background:)

Nordstrom Halogen Cardigan
J.Crew Ribboned Tank
J.Crew Abstract Leopard Cafe Capri pants
J.Crew Watson Wedges
Coach Alexandra Handbag
DNKY Ceramic Watch
Madewell Necklace

I tried on the Fabiola Dress in the same print which fit everywhere but the chest was tight and pushed the girls up to the sky! I only posted this one since the other pic was close to a wardrobe malfunction. Hello, kitty! I think not. My husband would probably dig it, but it's a bit too much for me.

Speaking of wild inner rocker chick nostalgia, did you see this tank? I like the print, it's true to size but it's too low cut for work. I love the Featherweight Cashmere Cardigan.

How about this Cotton Cardigan in Overbloom Floral at $88 (so cute in real life)? Please go on sale and wait for me, cutie!

The dotted skirt (in store) is cute for Spring. I didn't get it, and thought I should quit while I am ahead and get this on sale (and my hubby was ready to go at this point):

I did give in and buy the dotted scarf (will match my other pencil skirt):

I love the No. 2 pencil skirt in ultra eyelet in chili (for next time or online):

The shoes I love now (seen above):

Valentina Pumps in Roof top Red, $228

Here they are in real life:

I love, love love these cuties. These are comfy (believe it or not) and chunky wedges (love!):

Palma Leather Platform Wedges, $178

I do love the reds, purples and bright blues. It's still colder and rainy in Seattle, but I am trying my best to channel Spring. This is what I wore to work on Friday:

J.Crew Factory Necklace
J.Crew Contrast Stripe Tee
J.Crew no.2 Pencil Skirt
Born Bitty Boots

How was your week?

Saturday, July 3, 2010

The J.Crew Impressionist Skirt

I am kind of obsessed with my J.Crew Impressionist Skirt and my metallic Coach Sydney bag - my wonderful birthday present from this month from Brian. I paired the skirt up with the fuschia tiered top and a the white J.Crew Nolita jean jacket - another one of my favorites this summer. The skirt has so many options, I love it!