Wednesday, December 30, 2009

J. Crew January 2010





Ok, so not super wowed, but gave me enough to get even a little hopeful for spring.  Still, lots of ruffles and so didn't get the edge or shift I would have liked to see, but here were a few things that caught my eye.



Sunday, October 18, 2009

November J. Crew


It is time for JC to take a departure from all the ruffles and bows.  What started as sweet pieces here and there are now included in nearly every set they have.  There were a couple standout items for me, but all in all, I was a little disappointed with November's offerings.


I love the la plume statin pumps in spicy olive.  They are really different.  I also like the continued vintage inspired jewelry such as the crystal and pearl pastiche necklace.  However, at $135, it is a little steep so have gotten creative with my many strands to come up with something similar which I actually like so much more (see top)!  It is easy enough to wrap strands of long necklaces into pearls or other beaded items.  I also do adore the layering they continue do with all their blouses, knits, sweaters and blazers.  I don't think I will weave the flannel in!  So 80's...  Another pretty item in this catalog are the satin limelight clutches (right).  I love these as accent pieces and is a nice shift from the big hobo-styled bags.

Sunday, September 27, 2009

Perfect Pencil Skirt




It is as they say - a "perfect pencil skirt" and I wish I had the fuschia, black and gray.  I opted for the burnt orange which is autumn at its best.  It fits beautifully and will go great with pumps into boots with silk blouses and sweater sets.  It is a great classic wardrobe update in wonderfully rich colors.



Friday, September 18, 2009

At Last...October

J.Crew


I never seem to be as wowed with October, but it has got jewel-toned surprises and classics with an edge.  I noted earlier that the Tweed Pencil skirt immediately caught my eye.  It is heavy, but will play nicely with a conservative sleeveless blouse or military jacket and tall boots.  My wish list is still hanging on to the Stretch Flannel Del Pelato Shift Dress.  Very lovely.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

New Fall Item - J. Crew Tweed Pencil Skirt

Went to B&M today and some new items are in!  I rarely pay full price, but there are some great classic pieces that are going to go quick.  Shown is the new Tweed pencil skirt (item 17909E) @ $128.  It is a beautifully lined skirt of wool oona.  It is pretty heavy, so definitely a later in the Fall to wear piece.   I also convinced the J. Crew assistant to pass on the October catalog which will preview new items in TWO more days online!

Monday, September 14, 2009

Little Treasures


I am falling in love again with my little pins which J. Crew has also been touting as accessories this Fall.  So glad I did not get rid of them as I have collected a few from Anthropologie, vintage shops and my grandmother's jewelry box!  They are great on coats, sweaters, belts and even shoes.  I do love J. Crew's, perhaps another day.

Sunday, September 13, 2009

Saturday, September 12, 2009

Cotton Candy Fall


I love the J. Crew cotton-candy mohair sweater.  I recently purchased in "shocking pink" which was stepping out a bit on my typical color palette.  It was a difficult choice with colors of the mohairs in golden olive, heather grey-silver-camel, guava and misty lavender.  It looks fantastic with worn out jeans or layered over a pencil skirt.  This warm cardigan will be around in my collection for a long time.