YOU CAN NEVER HAVE TOO MANY JEANS

J.Crew sent out a new email today letting us know about an online promo going on for 3 days only on their denim. Take 25% off select men's and women's denim until October 2, selected items only, price as marked, no coupon code needed. At first, it had my heart beating really fast with excitement and all my most wanted jeans started spinning in my head: "Which ones to start with? I hope they still have my size available? Should I get just one pair, no I need another pair when else would this promotion happen again? Oh my God, why does this computer load so slow (it only took 2 seconds)? Unfortunately, upon examining selections up for sale I was disappointed. Pretty much, the only selected jeans discounted to 25% off are ankle length toothpicks and destroyed matchsticks. I guess because they are the least popular? I think this promotion should have been on ALL J.Crew denim, so customers could have a choice, especially that J.Crew hasn't really offered any nice promotions in awhile. Then, I could have had some fun placing an order. I would have ordered downtown denim trouser in clean rinse wash (item 18184). Surprisingly, I noticed Jenna's October pick jeans are included in the promo: ankle stretch toothpick jean in twilight wash originally $125 and now on SALE for $90!!! That's a good deal! I do like this pair, especially the wash, and I don't have any toothipicks yet, so may be I'll give them a try? I'll keep you posted...

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Test your wits with a daily trivia game from J.crew.
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(Hint, play everyday for more chances to win.)

I played the game today, answered correct to the question but unfortunately was not the daily winner. =( It's OK I'll try again tomorrow!!!!

SUPER-STAR

This is an outfit I put together for my little crewcutter. I just love the softness of these fabrics. The dotted ruffle cotton top ($32.00 item 17437) is super cute paired with skinny stretch ankle cords (made out of the same fabric as women's vintage cords)$42.00 item 17106, topped with a sweater-jacket girl's knit style($65.00 item 17129) that's warm and cozy. Dressed in this outfit, my little girl is a SUPER-STAR! =)))

CREWCUTS: KNIT GIRLS

I love CREWCUTS line especially for my little girl. I can't help but to notice these little models facial expressions. Is there jealousy issues going on? Why is one girl smiling with a smirk sort of and the other one is starring down at her? I don't know what to think? Is this what's ahead for my little girl...PRE-SCHOOL DRAMA? I hope we choose the right outfits, don't want any enemies or trouble...J.crew, help us out!!!! =)

GLAMOUROUS TEE

New Women's Knits & Tees - New Women's Tops, T Shirts, Tunics & Women's Knits - J.Crew

This tee is a must-have! I bought this is light pewter, but whatever color is chosen it is simply stunning. J.Crew lists it: "Casual meets dressed up in the most unexpected of ways. Unbelievably soft slub cotton makes this slouchy and easy going, while the hand sewn jewels and hand-drawn graphics elevate it to runway worthy glamour. Our designers have outdone themselves with this one. V-neck. Short sleeves. Import. "
Slub cotton crystal necklace tee
$49.50 item 19913

I pair it with black leggings and flats or jeans and black cardigan and it looks fabulous! It's on a longer side and fits true to size, has a open v-neckline but not too deep that you have to wear a tank top underneath. It's perfect!

JENNA'S PICKS OCTOBER

Here are the latest monthly Jenna's picks for October. Nothing too impressive, everyone is waiting for a winter roll out and something more fabulous. Honestly, none of my monthly favorites are listed here, except for maybe an ankle stretch pair of toothpick jeans in twilight wash for $125. Jenna's pick in shoes here are not to my taste, the jewelry is nothing cute and the leather jacket.......... I saw this leather jacket in a jcrew store on Prince street in Soho, NYC. The bomber jacket in black leather with a price tag of $1195 does not fit in at all in my opinion. I couldn't find anything I like about it: short, motorcycle-style, with big pockets on the front. How is this going to be paired with ruffles, long studded jewel necklaces and cardigans? And it is $1195. That's a NO for me. Thank you.

Article form REAL SIMPLE magazine

Here is an article I found on Topics online from Real Simple magazine.
Wednesday Sep 16

"J. Crew Heather Carbon Schoolboy Blazer
Too soon for turtlenecks, but too late for tank tops? Count on these eight pieces to segue your wardrobe from summer to autumn.
1.A Blazer
Extend the life of your sleeveless summer tops with a tailored Donegal wool jacket. As temperatures drop even further, the Heather Carbon Schoolboy Blazer by J. Crew looks great atop basic sweaters and button-downs. Gold metal buttons and striped silk lining keep it from looking too business-like. Also in petite and tall sizes. To buy: $188, jcrew.com. "
The Article then goes on to tell us about other 7 options from other different retailers to help transition from summer to fall.
Read full story from Real Simple

A TWEED COAT

I came across this tweed coat Women - wool - Wool tweed Oona coat - J.Crew and can't make up my mind if I like it or not. I love the pictures on jcrew.com especially the back. I like the luxurious tweed material, the A-line shape, the standing collar, and the grey color (it's different from my standard black coats). And yet something makes me unsure. Is it the length? Maybe it's the price $550!!! I'd love to hear your oppinions please!!!! Let me know what you think!!!

JACKET makes it perfect

I couldn't help but notice these two images from the latest October Jcrew catalogs. Both are so similar and yet so different. This is an example how a black tailored jacket can change a look. A pair of torn jeans are softened and prettied by adding a ruffled jacket and white classic shirt. You can go for a sleek through out look by pairing superskinny toothpick jeans with again, a classic white shirt and a tailored black jacket (notice how this look is softened by a pair of flats, so as not to make it overly dressy). My favorite look is the second one: tailored, sharp and structured, and yet paired with flats for a casual comfortable feel. Sooo me!!!!

New OCTOBER catalog

I am excited about the newest October catalog. Not too many new items added but I'm always excited to check out new outfit ideas and to see how Jcrew stylists dress models up. I love to see the layering of cardigans and accessories in Jcrew catalogs, they really take it to the extreme. I mean seriously when are you going to see girls walking around in a long sleeve cotton tee, under a button down shirt, under a long cardigan, under a pullover sweater, tightened by at least 3 to 4 mixed belts, accessorized with 3 bracelets, a watch, a minimum of 5! necklaces, and finished off by a scarf. As crazy as it sounds and looks, I can't take my eyes off them and can't stop dreaming of JCREW!!! May be that's what keeps us coming back to the website and looking over their catalogs longing for more of Jcrew excitement! Bring it on Jcrew!

BRAND NEW STYLES

J.Crew has added new fall styles! Check them now in new arrivals category on the jcrew.com. I personally had to see everything in person, so of course I visited a store. I was in J.Crew on 5th avenue downtown and not all new styles were yet displayed but I was able to see newest items that are not even on the website yet (I wonder why not?). As always, I can't walk out empty handed out of any J.crew store; by the way I figured this out, it's like I go to a land of makebelieve and I have to bring a souvenir back with me to real life!!! I managed to buy a pair of Matchstick cords in vintage black (grey pair is still on my wishlist), a dream self shawl cardigan in grey (btw the softest knit fabric with cashmere and style are AMAZING! "not quite a jacket but more than a sweater") and a Carolyn ruffle cardigan in dust lavender that I can't seam to find online yet.

So far I'm very happy with new FALL arrivals and can't get enough of JCREW!!!

JCREW SAMPLE SALE

It's time for JCrew Sample Sale!!!!!!

C L O T H I N G L I N E
SSS Sample Sales
261 W 36th Street (between 7th & 8th Ave)
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10018

- Open this weekend - - For Women, Men & Kids -- Handbags & other accessories have arrived ! -
For Women...
Blouses reg. to $98, here $30Chino & Cords reg. to $88, here 2 for $50Cashmere sweaters reg. to $188, here $65Special Occassion dresses for Women reg. to $265, here $75plus tees, cotton & wool sweaters, skirts, pants, dresses, blazers, outerwear & more
For Men...
Button down shirts reg. to $85, here $30Chino & Cords reg. to $85, here 2 for $50Cashmere sweaters reg. to $225, here $65plus polos, thermals, cotton & wool sweaters, pants, blazers, outerwear & more
Crewcuts for Boys & Girls...
Tees, polos, knits, cotton, wool, & cashmere sweaters, skirts,pants, dresses, blazers, outerwear & more.
Accessories for Women...
Clutches, makeup cases & small accessoriesFabric & Leather handbags & totesCold weather accessories& more
All stock sizes of special occasion & wedding dresses.
ALL OTHER FOR WOMEN, MEN & KIDS ARE SAMPLE SIZES. We have been restocking Women's, Men's and Kids clothing daily.
Hours:
Saturday
September 12
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday
September 13
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Monday
September 14
11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday
September 15
11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday
September 16
11:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday
September 17
11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Select try-ons. Fitting room will be available for Wedding only.Our entrance and selling floor closes up to 15 minutes prior to close of store.

JENNA'S PICK

Editor's Pick
Sheer Color Cheek Tint
A J.Crew “Jenna’s Pick” in Sheer Pink! Get flushed cheeks with a sheer tint of natural-looking color. The translucent, lightweight formula glides on and blends evenly onto skin. Comes in a swivel-up stick for portability, convenient and easy application. Available in six shades.

Available on bobbibrown.com and a few major department stores.

P.S. Yes of course I got one for myself!!!! Along with a lipstick in Blue rasberry, lipgloss in Petal and shimmery cream eyeshadow compact (blues/greys). I bought these at Neiman Marcus in Garden state Plaza Mall, NJ. Bobbi Brown cosmetics are also available at Saks, Macy's (only at Queens Mall), Nordstom, Bloomingdales. I really liked this brand for its natural make-up looks and quality of products, along with a great selection!!!! Check it out!

PLUM RAISIN

A very unusual color for J.Crew! You don't see this deep beautiful shade of plum at J.Crew too often but it's perfect for fall!!! I love this shade, it's not too dark and not too light, goes beautifully with grey (my favorite color) and black. I would pair it with a pencil skirt and a favorite cardigan. I think you can even make it work with a dark wash jean like a Downtown denim trouser in clean rinse wash item#18184 on jcrew.com. J.Crew website lists it as:

"An utterly fabulous top —we want one in every color. Luxe silk habotai with a bloom of cascading ruffles around the neckline. Perfect alone or underneath a sweater. Button front. Import. Dry clean." It's $88, item# 19064

EXTRA 20% OFF OFFER CODE

I'm seriously considering taking advantage of this 20%off final sale promo...Just need to see what still don't I have??????

Is anyone else going online shopping in final sale section on Jcrew.com????

MY BIRTHDAY GIFT (THANK YOU TANYA)

A perfect set: Maya Twist goes-with-everything merino cardigan in color blossom, along with a falling ruffle perfect-fit tank (color in-store only, not featured online).

MY BIRTHDAY DINNER

My birthday dinner was amazing with all my dear friends there and here is my dress: J.Crew silk/wool combo with silk/chiffon petals detail at neck in soft beige/peach, knee length. I thought it was very elegant. It's not available online yet, I bought it at a J.Crew Rockefeller center. I think this dress is very versatile; safe choice for dinner/coctail parties and fancy enough for a wedding party. Let me know what you think!!!!!! I'd love to hear your comments!!!

GREY TREND

My all time favorite obsession is THE trend of the season: GREY. This trend is popping up everywhere: in all major high end department stores and in all apparel and accessories. The latest is grey denim. I crave these J.Crew grey matchstick corduroys. They look amazing on and are super soft to the touch. I love the matchstick shape because it's skinny enough and yet has a straight leg silhouette (whereas toothpick has a skinny narrow leg). I like to accessorize it with this hot pink skinny belt to counteract the vintage feel of the cords. Match it up with a cashmere cardigan and you are set to go.