NEW FALL JENNA'S PICKS

Here are the latest FALL picks from Jenna Lyons. I like that this email invitation also lets you "Meet Jenna" where it talks about her current styling obsessions. Some choices I agree with Jenna like the #10 tweed pencil skirt and #8 t-strap suede shoes with a patent leather heel, #3 leather gloves with ruffle edge (adorable!!! my personal must have). I don't like however the bold gold ring #6 and #1 stretch flannel top. I saw this top at a store and couldn't figure it out. The material is sooo thick that it almost looks like a jacket but then its a pullover and sleeves are 3/4 length making it a sweater-like top but I just can't picture anyone wearing it without a shirt underneath and then it just becomes too many things on and making you too hot... basically I would be waiting to rip it off immediately!!!! This top is definitely a NO-NO for me!!
That said, we get an offer for a free shipping on orders over $150 with a code NEWFALL. Finally some kind of a break, even though I'll hold off on this one for now!

ESSIE NAIL POLISH

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How cool is J.Crew? So cool that they have nail polish made exclusively for them! These two shades were made to be exclusively availble to J.Crew. It's so hot that the lighter shade "eternal optimist" was comletly sold out at J.Crew in downtown on 5th Avenue in NYC! Nice, right?

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New Women's Shoes - New Women's Sandals & Ballet Flats, New Heels & Espadrilles - J.Crew

So, I got such an overwhelming response on a previous survey I did to help me choose a pair of shoes, I figured I'd give it another try. I wrote a post on these ankle boots before and finally they are available online! I haven't seen them in stores yet but I think I'm falling for their style. I can totally see myself wearing them with skinny jeans or with tights and wool shorts or skirt. Please, help me make a decision and take a survey to your left (blog home page left column) and let me know what YOU think? I know the price is a little on a higher side but if I'm patient I can hopefully get them with a private sale promo of 20% off????

ALL THINGS GREY!

New Women's Sweaters & Cardigans - New Women's Cashmere Sweaters, Cardigans, Henleys, & Tunics - J.Crew

I'm obsessed with all things grey. That's why I immediately fell in love with this gorgeous cashmere dress. Unfortunately, it's only available on Jcrew.com/catalog but that's not going to stop me! I can't wait for a promo code like 20% off to give this dress a try. J.Crew lists it: "Pretty and polished with hand-tucked rosettes appliquéd at the neckline, this dress has a laid-back vibe we're loving (it's perfect for relaxed Sundays but wears well to work too). A shirred waistband makes it extra flattering. A 12-gauge knit spun from supersoft, luxurious Italian cashmere from a world-famous mill in the foothills of Piedmont (it's the go-to source for all the top designers—we'd drop names, but we don't like to brag). Fitted. Crewneck. Long sleeves. Hits at midthigh; 19 1/2'' from natural waist. Part of the J.Crew Collection". I can't wait to let you all know what I think of it once I get it!! Stay tuned!!!

My latest J.Crew shopping

After visiting my near by J.Crew store these are my latest purchases. I just noticed that they were finally added to the J.Crew website, too. It's the stripe ruffle Frances long sleeve shirt in grey stripe (they also have a blue stripe available) which I plan to pair with a twist grey Merino wool cardigan. They go perfectly together!!!! The deep v-neck of the cardigan lets all the cute ruffles of the Frances shirt pick out. I plan to wear these with dark wash jeans or with skinny black Minnie pants (also my latest purchase from J.Crew!). By the way I know I had a separate post on these pants before but now that I actually tried them on (and own them!) I highly recommend them. The fit is really nice!

"That mom: Jenna Lyons" from Cookie magazine

On Lyons J. Crew blazer, Sonia Rykiel belt, Paige Denim jeans, and Christian Louboutin wedges.

Jenna Lyons' Picks

Article on J.Crew's creative direction Jenna Lyons - the master of elegance and the tricks to her style. From her favorite red - orange shade of NARS lipstick to perfect heels and everything in between.

A LOVE AFFAIR!

I visited J.Crew store today on 5th Avenue and even before I stepped inside my heart started beating fast and I was smitten away by the "love affair" in the window display. Manicens set up in the new Fall collection items in gorgeous colors and fabrics. Once you walk inside the store you are welcomed by a centerpiece hanging off the ceiling with floating leaves cut out of pages from a book. Everything reminds you that fall is almost here, the days will get shorter and the nights longer. Time to get a fabulous book to read or to write your own on a old typewriter or even better to compose poetry of love. I'm not sadden at all that summer is almost over because the best is yet to come....Let your love affair begin...
Ok, with that said, the store had a LOT of new fall arrivals in. All possible cardigans and sweaters that are featured online. This store in particular has a nice jeans section set up to find a perfect pair for anyone. I managed to fall for that and ended up buying a dark wash pair of matchstick slim fit jeans (my favorite). Nice selection of cashmere sweaters in lots of colors. And best of all - jewelry! A new necklace caught my attention: a Siren necklace in soft graphite $58, it's one more item to add to my wish list!

NEWEST ANKLE BOOTS FOR FALL!

I would like to thank everyone who participated in my survey to help me make a choice for fall shoes! Thanks, you guys ROCK!
I was going to set my mind on the ruffle suede pair until I came across this picture online...You can be sure that I know every J.Crew catalog by heart (I go through it at least once a day! Oh yes, I'm very serious!), so that said I KNOW I didn't see these ankle boots in the fall August catalog and they are nowhere to be found on the J.Crew.com, except for a few pics with models wearing them to promote listings for tights...So, after further research I finally spotted them!!! They are under J.Crew Collection section and known as METROPOLITAN SUEDE ANKLE BOOTS $250 (so far I've seen them in ivory and black) available in SEPTEMBER!!!!
I can tell you this much...they have MY NAME ON THEM!!!!!! Or like my daughter would say: "This!Mine!"

THE NEW OUTFIT MAKERS from INSTYLE

I always get excited if I come across anything J.Crew in magazines. Here, I scanned (to the best of my ability) an article which features a J.Crew necklace: it's the first necklace on the left.Women's Necklaces - Pearl Necklaces, Chains & Cascade Necklaces - Women's Jewelry - J.Crew item#18013 for $98. The article says: "Bold necklaces, edgy platforms, serious cuffs, textured belts, and chain-strap bags. Add just one of these fall pieces to your existing wardrobe and-voila-you're right on trend." It also goes on to say: "Looks great with...simple studs and your go-to LBD, or a clean white button-down and your favorite pair of beaten-up jeans."
It's a bit too sparkly and yellow-goldish for me personally but I can see others pull it off!!!

PARTY TIME!!!

I couldn't resist and put up this picture of the 2 of us J.Crew head to toe of course!!! This is how we rock it!

CREWCUTS BACK TO SCHOOL

I love everything J.Crew and Crewcuts line never disappoints. Needless to say, I dress my little one in Crewcuts as much as possible. Everything is soooo cute and girly (I'm sorry boys). My daughter is still a little too young but she'll totally rock the jewelry! I can't wait to match up her outfits with her bracelets and rings and cute necklaces and little bags (even though she is already trying out on my shoes and lipsticks)!

J.Crew Factory

This week I paid a visit to a Jcrew located in Garden State Plaza mall in Bergen County, NJ. I loved this store! I don't know if it had anything to do that I was there during a week as appose to a weekend but everything was soooo nicely organized. The store had a lot of new fall items out even stuff that I haven't seen yet. This bag in the picture is a new collection item, along with wool skirts, suede flats, heels, wool sweaters and even some puffy down-filled vests/jackets.
I walked out with a CHIFFON TIERS CAMISOLE (pictured above 1st picture the model is wearing it under a sweater) which is not yet available online or in catalog! I bought it in black (Here is some more info from J.Crew: "It is slated to debut around the third week of August. The color the model is wearing is Antique Stone, though it will also be available in Toffee, Bright Papaya, Pale Wisteria, Autumn Sun, Deep Aubergine, and Black. It will be available in size 0-14 and will sell for $88"). Also, I bought a VALORIE PLEATED CARDIGAN not yet available online/catalog in heathergrey, and a velvet flower pin in silverish-grey.

This was my J.Crew fix for the week. I can't wait for more!!!

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1. Charlie Ruffled Suede 2. Spencer patented-trimmed suede

Please help me make a decision and take a survey to your left (Left column on the front page of this blog). Which shoe do you like the most??? You have to choose one please, none of the above is not an option in this case. Sorry! =) Thanks in advance!

MY TOP PICKS FOR FALL

I'm definitely feeling J.Crew's look for fall by putting together wool shorts with herringbone tights and ankle boots or heels! It thinks it's an awesome look, especially paired with a trench coat for chilly days.
I'm happy J.Crew did a lot of swede, tweed, wool and herringbone styles, they are my favorite for fall and winter. Overall, I'm very pleased with the fall collection so far. There is definitely a lot to choose from. And, there will be even more items featured in the third week of August. I can't wait!!!!