BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND

I just noticed a new category under women's shop on Jcrew.com: "back by popular demand". It's a page of mixed items including shirts, tees, sparkly tops, pants, jewerly and shoes. What seams strange to me is that those items are available on the website in theri own respective categories, these are not items from previous seasons that will now be available exclusively online. What's the purpose of this back by popular demand category? And, one more thing, listed in there is a vintage bateau top with stripes that Jenna Lyons wore to an Oprah show, and guess what? It's not available until August! So how is that back by popular demand? Eventhough, I have to say i love that top and own both colors. Customer service found it for me over the phone in stores in LA and TX. So if you are interested in anything that's backordered online try their customer service by phone and you might get lucky!

FUN IN THE SUN...

What a nice time to offer 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING on ALL women's swim!!! Great time to get ready for the beach while rocking Jcrew!!!

INSIDER SALE 20% OFF PURCHASES OVER $150

Yei!!!! I looooove these kinds of promotions from J.Crew!!! It gives you an opportunity to buy new arrivals at 20%off and whatever else you were coveting. Use code SUMMER. It's good on ALL orders so sale items are included! Happy shopping!!!

A CHIC PEEK FOR SUMMER

You are seeing it first! J.Crew's latest collection shell for summer with embroidered flowers and sequins. It is available in two colors black and carribean pink (which is more of a coral/peach shade). The price tag is $148. I am personally not feeling this top at all. I'm all about sequins and sparkle and silk/chiffon combinations but these little flowers don't do anything for me. This shell is cut very plain especially at the neckline. I'll have to look at it upclose in personal but as of right now I'm not impressed, especially given the price tag. No, thank you.

REWARDS!!! YES!!!!

JCrew is sending out our reward cards!!! So look out for them in your mailbox! I got mine on Tuesday for $25!!! So exciting! Don't forget that's one of the benefits of signing up for a J.Crew card for every $500 you spend you recieve a $25 J.Crew gift card!!!

Nice surprise from J.Crew 20% OFF & FREE SHIPPING

The Review of Lieutenant Jacket

Here are the pics of my lieutenant jacket. As you can see in the first 2 pics I like to wear it with sleeves rolled up and color standing up. Also, notice that I actually like to button up 1 middle button to "create" an illusion of a waist line on this jacket. I took some pics with sleeves rolled down and jacket unbuttoned so that you can see it has a boxy shape. The sleeves have buttons so it's very easy to roll them up or keep them down. The jacket is light enough that I don't feel the "heavy" feeling of it wearing me down, making it easy to wear it buttoned up or open. Overall, I'm very happy with my purchase, and so far wore this jacket almost every day!!! I was also happy to use my 10% promotional discount from Jcrew for giving out my email address. (promo offered at local stores 4/10-4/24 for in-store purchases).

In case anyone was wondering, I also took pics of what I was wearing underneath. It's obviously J.crew (come to think of it, I think 95% of my closet is from J.crew). I'm wearing a chambray shirt in coastal blue which is amazingly soft and is exactly what I'm craving for right now. Also, pictured are denim zipper Minnie pants. I scored these at Riversidesquare Mall in NJ on sale for $53.99 (on sale for 59.99 with 10% off). If you are thinking about getting a pair make sure to SIZE DOWN. I'm wearing size 8 (usually I'm between 8 and 10 on the bottom), its hard to tell from this pic but they are very loose in my "behind" area which is NOT cool considering the fact I'm not size 0 to begin with, so the new pair that I just bought on sale is size 6 which fits amazingly nice!!! They are VERY stretchy so don't be afraid to buy 2 sizes smaller, seriously! And, yes I will be returning my original size 8 back, J.crew! I'm also, wearing a J.crew Fireball cluster necklace (item23678A) and J.crew large link bracelet in rose "gold" from last year.

I hope this was helpful and since I've been getting a lot of requests for pictures, I'll try to post more personal reviews of Jcrew items that I own with pictures attached.

Jenna on Oprah's Show

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2010/04/21/jenna-lyons-oprah-appeara_n_546983.html

Check out this link for a video of Jenna Lyon's apperiance on Oprah's show!!!
There is also a video of Jenna letting cameras to follow her for a day on how she gets ready for work, gets DRIVEN to work in a limo towncar and her office!!! AMAZING, no doubt!

Jeweled jardin jacket

$495.00 item 26115
From its stunning palette to its opulent handiwork (individually hand-applied sequin flowers trimmed with cut-glass
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The new arrivals just GOT here like what? yesterday? And items are already selling out!?! If there is something you want maybe you should jump on it right away! This is nuts though!!! The price tag is $495! and i think it took less than 24 hours to sell out. My only thinking is that not that many were offered to begin with, right? What are your thoughts? What do you think about the jacket?

MAY CATALOG IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

Take a moment to check out the latest MAY J.Crew catalog which is now available online...Jcrew invites everyone to spend a day in paradise, on the beaches of TURKS AND CAICOS!!! There are amazing shots of sandy beaches, clear see-thru water and amazing clothes...what else do you need in life? Ladies, pack your bags and lets GO!!!!

GO AHEAD MAKE "MY" DAY!!! MOTHER'S DAY IS MAY 9TH!

The Mother's Day is coming gentelmen!!! J.Crew is suggesting their recent newest collaboration jewelry that is "Oh, so special!".

Dress Like J.Crew’s Jenna Lyons in Three Easy Steps, Because Oprah Says So

Thanks to Marine for letting us know about a recent interview on Oprah with J.Crew's executive creative director Jenna Lyons. Oprah shares with us her favorite J.crew shoes which are the latest styles: Julienne Leather Hills ($198) and my personal favorite Alecia Platform Peep Toes ($275).
Jenna gave us some tips how to rock J.Crew style:
1. Opposites Attract. Jenna rocked mixed prints look by pairing this timeless Vintage Bateau Top ($36) with sequin pants. And she made it work.

2. Make a statement with jewelry. No wonder J.Crew has some of the best chunky, sparkly, eye-catching jewelry – Jenna says she lives for statement pieces. We agree – and think the Crystal Glamour bracelet ($70) and FENTON/FALLON™ for J.Crew Carrington crystal chains necklace ($175) are just beautiful and edgy at the same time.

3. Borrow from the boys. If you’re look is head to toe girly, Jenna says grab something from your boyfriend’s closet. A military jacket, like the one she wore Oprah – the Solid Lieutenant Jacket ($98) is a great way to add texture and style to any feminine get-up.

I must say I love getting styling tips from Jenna because she is just AWESOME! I love that she doesn't follow any trends and just has her own thing going. I finally purchased the Solid Lieutenant Jacket and I just love it. Its very different from what I'm used to (belted or waisted jackets and coats) but the look is sooo J.Crew! The jacket is very light and easy to wear. It goes with pretty much any outfit and fits true to size.
Thanks for sharing Marine.

JCREW SAMPLE SALE

JCREW SAMPLE SALE IS COMING....

Starting Tuesday May 4
Clothingline

SSS Sample Sales
261 W 36th Street
(between 7th & 8th Ave)
2nd Floor
New York, NY 10018

Tuesday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Wednesday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Friday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm


J.Crew sample sale information

for Men, Women & Kids

Spring stock and sample merchandise

clothing, footwear, accessories and more

20% OFF ALL WOMEN'S SHORTS

Check out the shorts section it's on the promotional 20% OFF until Sunday 4/18. Priced as marked.
I'm personally not a big fan of shorts, I have one or two pairs and probably going to pass on this promo, but with the summer comming and the vacation season I think it's a great opportunity to score some new arrivals shorts. Check them out!

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!!

I have been obsessing over these jackets for the longest of time and I'm just waiting for a promotional 20% off your entire purchase code from J.Crew! And when it comes one of these jackets will be on its way to my closet! The only thing is, I can't seam to decide which one I like more.
The Top picture:
1) Poplin Boardwalk Jacket $110: "An easy, lightweight layer that's perfect for warm spring days and cool summer nights. In crisp cotton poplin, with a waist-cinching tie and pockets galore, it is quite literally the piece you'll wear with everything. Zip front with snap closure. Long sleeves. Flap pockets with snap closure. Hits at midthigh. Import. Machine wash. Catalog/jcrew.com only."
The Bottom picture:
2) Solid Lieutenant Jacket $98: "One of our favorites of the season, with authentic military styling such as twill tape details and buttoned epaulets. Borrowed-from-the-boys styling with a fit that's slightly shrunken (and unfailingly feminine), and finished with a special wash to give it that broken-in, had-it-forever feel. Cotton..."
Both are easy to wear, light jackets for spring and great with jeans, shorts. What really throws me off is that only the Lieutenant jacket is listed as "one of our favorites...". Hmm, what's wrong with the Boardwalk jacket? I think I like it more because it's sort of belted for a nice shaply waist line, has cute snaps as details and a nice standup collar. I need help!

"JUST FOR YOU...FROM JCREW"

I go to check my mailbox and what do I see...???? This cylinder shaped carton box: "Just for you...From Jcrew". I barely made it back to the house to open the box. And inside was this special canvas bag from J.Crew with a THANK YOU card inside. How nice!!!!!! Thank YOU J.Crew!!!

FALL 2010 PREVIEW (INSIDE LOOK)

Here is some inside scoop from nbcnewyork on the latest FALL J.Crew fashion line: "J. Crew showed off a fall 2010 collection of mashed-up textures, jewels and jackets in earthy tones and embellished with a flourish.

Stylelist caught up with creative director Jenna Lyons to get her take on the collection, and she summed it up as "Edie Beale goes to Girl Scout camp," referring to the eccentric woman behind Grey Gardens, with the rough-and-tumble of a happy-go-lucky girlhood summer piled on for good measure.
Olive green and rich brown dominated the color pallette, with creamy tulle, dusty pastel furs, sassy shorts with tights, caramel leather and of course, Lyons' signature sequined sparkle. The jewelry would make a preppy Miss Havisham proud, with carefree styling assembling brooches by the handful, more statement necklaces (hooray!) and stacks of gritty-pretty bangles.
Going back to the summer camp theme, Lyons tasked the hair styling team to think pre-tween locks, the kind you "slept in it for three days and got twigs and flowers in your hair". It's that kind of brilliance (just thinking about those days makes us happy) that makes J. Crew so pitch perfect season after season. "

BY Kelly O'Reilly // Saturday, Apr 3, 2010 at 09:22 EDT

20% OFF ALL WOMEN'S PANTS & FREE SHIPPING

So, here is the latest J.Crew promo: 20% OFF women's pants AND FREE SHIPPING. But, want to let everyone know that the free shipping offer applys only to women's pants!!! The prices are as marked and there is no code to enter at checkout. It's still a very nice promotion that I couldn't pass up. I ordered the very much coveted denim zipper minnie pant (pictured in this pic). I have a pair of regular Minnies black pant and find that the fit is great but you have to size down 1 size because as soon as you wear the them after the first time they really stretch out. So, I can't wait for my order to arrive and write a review on them!

MY LATEST OBSESSIONS

These are my latest fashion finds at Jcrew! Part of the new arrivals are now my season favorite silk linen slouchy pant. They are ankle length, with zipper pockets and super easy to wear with both heels and flats. I decided they'll pair well with this zebra tunic made of this awesome Japanese cotton material that just takes shape of your body for the most flattering fit. I mean when you wear them together the look is just this easy going-sexy-chic! Love it!
Women's pants - easy pants - Silky linen slouchy pant - J.Crew
Women's shirts & tops - casual shirts - Rumpled broadcloth vintage zebra-stripe tunic - J.Crew

net-a-porter

Guess who's going international soon....J.Crew! They collaborated with an exclusive online designer shopping site net-a-porter for exclusive looks. Can't wait to check it out!
J.Crew
Every girl needs to have J.Crew in her wardrobe. Its sumptuous knits, exquisitely cut separates and easy-chic T-shirts top every style lover's wish list. The New York label was launched in 1983 and has since become an American style institution. Under the helm of creative director Jenna Lyons since December 2007, fashionistas like Rachel Bilson, Sarah Jessica Parker and Michelle Obama clamour for its inimitably luxurious take on classic staples: think everyday sweaters in super soft Italian cashmere, slouchy linen jumpsuits and vintage-inspired denim shorts. What's more, this is the first time J.Crew has been available outside of the US, so join the fashion crush now.
J.CREW NET-A-PORTER.COM
http://www.net-a-porter.com/Shop/Designers/JCrew

NEW ARRIVALS

Ah! Finally, we get some new arrivals in stores and online. Some are really worth going into the store to check out. There are some really nice pieces: tunics, relaxed cotton-silk pants...check it all out!

Jenna Lyons in Aspen for a fashion week

OMG! Here is a picture I found on Aficionada blog from Garance Dore fashion blog of Jenna Lyons. I just had to post it here because look how stunning Jenna looks....!!! She was spotted in Aspen for a fashion week checking out outerwear boutiques. The picture is really awesome, don't you think? Jenna always manages to look stylishly put together in that i-don't-try-hard way. A simple tee with cuffed blue-wash jeans, paired with a long striped scarf belted at the waist of course (a true Jcrew style) and a black relaxed jacket (sleeves rolled up of course). And notice how she is wearing high heel sandals with socks (another Jcrew staple). But the best of all- is of course her CHANEL BAG!!! Lets all take a moment and just admire Jenna in this picture... It really shows a talented young woman who has accomplished a lot, knows her personal style and has A LOT of American women watching her every step to try to look like her. I just love it.

ELLE MAGAZINE APRIL ISSUE

Exciting and inspiring to see J.Crew's creative director Jenna Lyons talk about fashion and clothes and J.Crew!!

LAST DAY FOR PROMO

TWYLA CAMI

With the spring here and sun shining bright we are all more than happy to finally take our winter coats off and wear something light. I'm a sucker for cardigans (J.Crew of course). And, with every cardigan I need to have a perfect shell, cami, or tee. This Twyla cami is PERFECT! I saw it first online but didn't get too excited because it didn't seam to me too exciting until that is I saw it in a J.Crew store. The material is silk, feels soo nice more like a cottony silk as appose to a regular silky silk feel (I'm sorry it's hard to explain). It has just the right neckline - not too deep and not too closed. It has a soft shimmer to it that just adds a summer glow and the colors are so versatile to pair with any cardigan! It's onsale online but strangely is being sold for a regular price in stores. Once, I mentioned that to a store manager she was super nice and honored the discount. I bought a white one, figuring it'll go beautifully with my grey and navy sweaters. The fit is generous so I had to size down one size. Happy shopping everyone!!!

SPRING ITEMS TO CONSIDER

I visit J.Crew stores, follow J.Crew news, articles and blogs on DAILY bases and noticed the latest trend for spring! Consider taking another look at "your boyfriend's chambray shirt", luckily for us J.Crew offers this top in a women's section: "This heirloom-worthy shirt has authentic details inspired by vintage workwear from the 1930s, and the Japanese selvedge cotton chambray is the best there is (we stonewash ours for that perfect worn-in look and feel). Boyfriend fit—casually chic with a longer shirttail hem and a slightly oversize fit (it's just like his, only you don't have to give it back)." J.Crew offers it for $98 item 15008 catalog/online only! Trust me I tried looking for it in stores, noone has it. The fit is roomy so size down and order accordingly.

Another item that sells well and is very popular is a schoolboy blazer in navy. It's fitted and tailored for a superb style. I think it goes well with a mini skirt, skinny black pants (think pixie, minnie styles) paired with a white oxford shirt, as well as any summer style cropped pants in light colors. It's offered at $198 item 17072.

J.Crew Sample Sale

It’s time for the next J.Crew Sample Sale . . .

Our next sample sale is here—a women’s only spring event featuring sample inventory and retail stock in categories that include jewelry, shoes, dresses and cashmere.

March Sample Sale Details

Dates:
Tuesday, March 16 – Friday, March 19

Hours:
Tuesday, 3/16: 10a-7p
Wednesday, 3/17: 10a-7p
Thursday, 3/18: 10a-7p
Friday, 3/19: 10a-7p

Sample Sale Address
Clothingline
261 West 36th Street, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10018

The ALICE tank

I happened to see these camis in the NJ Garden State Plaza mall and they really look quiet lovely in person. I don't think this particular website picture does this item justice. It's very cute with a ruffle front and stone/sparkle detailing. It's definitely something to consider if you are looking for something fresh and new for spring, especially to wear under a cardigan.

LAST DAY FOR PROMO

A great way to still get items you waited to go onsale! If they still have your size that is. Everything is going, going, gone...

FINAL SALE EXTRA 30% OFF

If you haven't done so yet, there is still time and now FINAL SALE got even better. Use code EXTRA30 for 30% off your sale order. So, check it out and you might be pleasantly surprised to find items you thought are gone forever!

MARCH CATALOG NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE

The new MARCH catalog is now available online. It features hand-picked 9 women who inspires JCrew with their effortless style and creativity regularly. So, take a look and enjoy!

20% OFF SELECT WOMEN'S TEES & KNITS

*Prices as marked. Offer valid on jcrew.com only and valid through Thursday, February 25, 2010 11:59pm EST. Cannot be redeemed for cash or applied to previous purchases.
Just to let everyone know, please go to FinalSale section to see the selected tees and knits on this promotion because so far the main page of Jcrew.com (knits & tees category) is not updated and still shows regular priced items even though they are marked down in the SALE section.
Enjoy!!!
I am very tempted to take advantage of this promotion and so far have 2 items in my shopping cart. They are Tissue rosette bouquet tee in pale blossom $38.40 and Slub cotton faded floral tee $24.99. Also, I saw Tulle blossom art tee $24.99 in the Jcrew store and it looked amazing in person, so might consider it too. We'll see!

MEET FRANK

Thank you Frank for dressing up our men in that impecable J.Crew style. The email also lets us know about Men's New Arrivals and offer a look behind the scenes to learn about Frank.

ROCK CANDY

This is the first exclusive look at J.Crew's latest accessories addition: Rock Candy necklace for $128. I don't think it's to my taste unfortunately, especially for that price tag. I'm not feeling it at all. It's too bulky, too much chains and too heavy looking. It's a NO for me. Thanks

EXTRA 20% OFF

This is a nice little something from J.Crew! An offer for extra 20% off FINAL SALE section PLUS, free shipping on ALL orders of $150 or more. Not bad at all. Check back on the Jcrew.com often, they might update the sale section, and you never know, maybe something you've been looking for will reappear!

I wanted to share my surprise gift from J.Crew!!! This is going back to December/January Holiday season. I received this box and upon opening discovered a package from J.crew!!! Now, I know i order from J.crew A LOT but somehow at that point I couldn't remember: "What have I ordered?" I started panicking thinking if I accidentally hit checkout since my shopping cart is ALWAYS full of items I obsess about. My heart was racing, I always get very excited upon receiving a J.crew order box, this time it was different. For one, it wasn't a UPS box. Jcrew was upto something. I open the box and inside is a card with preprinted:" WARM WISHES... Season's greetings from all of us at J.Crew. Thanks for being one of our favorite customers. (WOW!! ME- THEIR FAVORITE CUSTOMER! OK, HOW MUCH MONEY EXACTLY DID I SPENT JCREW?) We wanted to make you something special-please enjoy this exclusive calendar as a small token of our appreciation. As always, if there is anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask. Best, mickey@jcrew.com"

WOW! Needless to say, this exclusive datebook (not sold in stores!) is on my nightstand everyday. It's so precious to me that I can't even bring myself to write in it! I mean, what if I mess it up or something! :)

ELLESHOPS

Ok, so J.Crew is always featured in magazines. This time it's in ELLE March 2010 issue in the ElleShops feature: "Spring forward" - a 10-page guide to spring shopping, showing the top 14 trends we won't want to be without. The first trend: ARMY JACKET and featured is our beloved Cotton Jacket by J.Crew $118. Elle suggests: pairing it with a button down shirt, leather pants/tiered skirt, a gold culf and a scarf. Editor's note: "Try it with girly accessories or with military-inspired leathers and epaulets."
As for me, I'm not a huge fan of military inspired clothing. I can see this working for some girls but for me I'll stick to my cardigans and there is no shortage of them in J.Crew! Thank god!

A BELTED TUNIC

My latest find is a belted beach tunic top. J.Crew lists it as:" The perfect seasonal top. We washed this airy tunic in pristine end-on-end woven cotton to a delicious summer-ready softness. Add the removable belt for a chic, waist-cinching effect and a pair of skinny jeans or black leggings. Button-up henley collar. Long sleeves with button tabs. Chest pockets and shirt detailing on cuffs. Import. Machine wash." item #24487 $68.
I find my self wearing it nonstop! It's such a versatile top that can be worn to the beach, out on the town and even to work. I wear mine mostly with black leggings and high knee boots or flats. You can pair it with jeans belted or not for that borrowed-from-the-boyfriend-look that is sooo in right now. Also, pair it with J.Crew's newest Pixie black pant for a sharp, sophisticated look to work paired with pearls!!! I just love it!

AN INSIDER SALE 20% OFF!!!!

Enjoy 20% off your order of $175 or more!!! What a nice way to spend a snow day! Happy J.Crew shopping.

ALL BUTTONED UP!

Ok, so I couldn't help but to notice J.crew's newest styling tip: buttoned up colar shirt with a t-shirt or a sweatshirt over it. I'm totally digging it. I love it. Somehow, I know that this combination we saw before in J.crew catalogs (refer to November 09) but the difference is that shirts weren't buttoned up and had a more relaxed feel to it. This is more of my taste. Very European with its sleek and strict look. The buttoned up version definitely makes it more put together and the trick is that you are still pairing it with a simple item like a t-shirt. It pairs well with jeans as well as a pencil skirt. I love it and absolutely will try this styling tip.

*Suckered gingham perfect shirt $69.50 item 23310 paired with Wool Jaspe Open crewneck tee sweatshirt item 23334T $49.50 with Unagi tweed pencil skirt item 22970T $115.

*Stripe three quarter sleeve stretch shirt item 12072T on sale now $45 paired with Hand-cut flower tee item 23713T $45 with vintage slim jean in painter wash item 23397T $168.

I can't wait to place a new order and finally get my hands on these!!!! It'll add a new look to my otherwise ruffled and sequined wardrobe =)

THE FLIRTIES NEWEST SPRING ARRIVALS!

These dresses are part of the newest spring J.Crew collection. How amazing are they? Very feminine, chiffon floor length gowns with a free and airy feel. I spotted the navy dress in the Garden State Plaza store and was simply smitten off my feet. It was the only one there dressed on the manikin and was simply stunning! Nave and white interchanging chiffon pieces hanging to the floor reminding of a Grecian gown of a goddess, belted with a twisted robe belt. I stood there and couldn't help but to envision it in my closet! Needless to say it had a VERY NICE price tag attached! I'll keep on imagining....but dreams do come true sometimes, don't they?

Party on! I couldn't believe it but it's true! The email came in yesterday letting us all know that J.Crew thought about everything and decided that we all deserve something better, like a 30 % off final sale PLUS, free shipping on all orders of $150 or more with code EXTRA30 at checkout. Yei!!!!!!

SPRING IS HERE

Do you have a personal shopper? I personally don't have just 1 personal shopper I'm well known in almost every J.Crew store in Manhattan and now in New Jersey's Garden State Plaza! I'm quiet a shopper at J.Crew and know every catalog by heart. I can pretty much style every picture in the catalog. The most challenging, however, I find styling a Jcrew look completely different from pictures in the catalogs. I always want to add my personal style to every look without it looking too "J.Crewish". In the later posts I decided to may be give a try to post some of my favorite looks. We'll see what happens...