Friday, May 29, 2015

Seek & Find: Will you visit J.Crew this Weekend?

This is the weekly "sale watch" post, to help each other find sale items at our various local J.Crew stores. ;)

If you are stopping by a J.Crew store this weekend to see what's available (if anything!) in the SALE, or to see some NEW ARRIVALS {sigh!} in person, maybe you might be willing to share that with us in this post. In particular, if you could share with us a few of the noteworthy items that are available, at what prices, and potential sizes the store is carrying (as well as the store location)- that would be fantastic!

Also, please let us know if your local store is carrying an additional percent off sale. Thanks in advance!!! :)

P.S. I noticed that many of you have already been reporting sale items (and in which stores) in other posts which by the way "thank you!" :) I really appreciate how helpful we are for each other!

Thursday, May 28, 2015

JCA "Help Style Me!" Weekly Post

This is the weekly "Help Style Me!" post, where we can share items we are having trouble putting outfits together with. Elaine (in this post) says it best, "You know, that thing you bought because you love it and you keep pulling it out and then putting it away without wearing it?"

Please share your J.Crew item (either that you own or are thinking about getting) that you would love help creating an outfit with.

Also, please help out by offering your styling advice. Feel free to include links to your blog (where you incorporated that piece) or to Polyvore (where you showcased an outfit with that piece). Thanks in advance! :)

"Looking to LOVE" with J.Crew

This is the weekly "Looking to LOVE with J.Crew" post, a place to share our favorite experiences with J.Crew.

If you have recently experienced a positive situation with J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including stellar experiences with purchases & orders, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

In J.Crew Stores & Online: Extra 30% Off Sale Styles {extra 25% off select regular styles}

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion this morning.

J.Crew is offering customers to take an extra 25% off select regular priced items and 30% off sale with promo code SALENEWS. The offer expires May 31, 2015. The fine print includes:
*30% discount valid on the purchase of sale items in J.Crew stores and at jcrew.com from May 27, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 31, 2015, 11:59pm ET. In-store discount as advertised. Online discount valid on sale items marked "Extra 30% off with code SALENEWS." Offer not valid in the 769 Madison Avenue store, Liquor Store, Ludlow Shops or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrewfactory.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. In-store discount automatically taken at the register. To redeem online, enter code SALENEWS in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change. 

**25% discount valid on the purchase of items marked "25% off with code SALENEWS" at jcrew.com from May 27, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 31, 2015, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrewfactory.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. To redeem, enter code SALENEWS in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change.
Heads up: Just stopped by my local brick and mortar store and they are running an additional 50% off sale.

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

Take an Extra 15% Off J.Crew Factory!

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion this morning.

J.Crew Factory is offering customers to take up to 60% off items online and in stores (prices are as shown) as well as an additional 15% off with promo code EXTRA15. This offer expires May 28, 2015. The fine print includes:
  *Prices as marked reflect discount. Offer valid at jcrewfactory.com from May 27, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 28, 2015, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrew.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash. Offer not valid on third-party branded merchandise. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change. 

**15% discount valid on purchases made at jcrewfactory.com from May 27, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 28, 2015, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrew.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash. Offer may only be combined with the Up to 60% Off offer. Offer not valid on third-party branded merchandise. To redeem, enter code EXTRA15 in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change.
The pricing game is back at Factory! I noticed that the last promotion had better prices, even without the additional 15% off. ;) With that said, if there is something you are interested in then this is still a pretty good deal. :)

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

"Looking to VENT" with J.Crew

This is the weekly "Looking to VENT with J.Crew" post, a place to share our not-so-stellar experiences with J.Crew.

If you have recently experienced a frustrating situation with J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including poor experiences with purchases & orders, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Weekly Share: Other JCrew-like Retailers

This is the weekly "Other JCrew-like Retailers" post (similar to the "Off On A Tangent" posts), where we can share our finds from other retailers that have offerings similar to J.Crew (like Anthropologie, LE Canvas, Gap, BR, Talbots, Ann Taylor, and the like.)

If you have recently encountered items that are similar to J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including experiences with certain merchandise pieces, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs!}

This is the weekly "J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs}" post, to help each other share our reviews.

So if you have recently purchased, or stopped by a J.Crew store to try on an item (or two) from J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Also, this request is not just limited to clothes. Please feel free to discuss bags, shoes, jewelry, accessories, etc.

In particular, if you could mention a few of the noteworthy details like fit, size, fabric, and the like— that would be fantastic! Thanks in advance! :)

Monday, May 25, 2015

The Great (Weekly) Exchange {looking to sell}

This post (of weekly posts) is for individual members who want to swap/sell/share among yourselves. This post is where you can mention your items and outside listing/ auction site (like eBay and eCrater & the corresponding user ID).


Please note: this posting is not for resellers, retailers or businesses. If you are a reseller, retailer, or a business, your comment gets automatically deleted & you will get publicly called out on it. :( So instead of this, simply do not post in the Weekly Exchanges. Thanks in advance for your cooperation! :)


Please note that any transactions are independent of this blog. (Especially since you will be using an outside listing/ auction site like eBay or eCrater.) I have no dealings or interactions with any of the potential communication, listings, or transactions. :) Moreover, please limit comments about items to swap/sell/share to the "Great (Weekly) Exchange" posts. (Refer to "A Quick Note to J.Crew Aficionadas" post.)

Do you have any items you would like to swap/sell/share among yourselves through your outside listing/auction site?

Sidenote: What's up with JCAs writing "sub" or "subscribing" as their comment? It just means they are subscribing to all the comments (which are then automatically sent to their email) in that particular thread. This way they can stay aware of all the comments posted. :)

The Great (Weekly) Exchange {looking to find}

This post (of weekly posts) is for individual members who are looking for and interested in buying certain items. Please feel free to share a J.Crew store location and/or your outside listing/ auction site if it matches the requests made in this post.


Please note: this posting is not for resellers, retailers or businesses. If you are a reseller, retailer, or a business, your comment gets automatically deleted & you will get publicly called out on it. :( So instead of this, simply do not post in the Weekly Exchanges. Thanks in advance for your cooperation! :)


Also note that any transactions are independent of this blog. (Especially since you will be using an outside listing/ auction site like eBay or eCrater.) I have no dealings or interactions with any of the potential communication, listings, or transactions. :) Moreover, please limit comments about items to swap/sell/share/finding to the "Great (Weekly) Exchange" posts. (Refer to "A Quick Note to J.Crew Aficionadas" post.)

Is there an item (or items) that you are looking for and interested in purchasing?

Sought & Found: Did you visit J.Crew this {past} Weekend?

This is the weekly "sale watch" post, to help each other find sale items at our various local J.Crew stores. ;)

If you are stopped by a J.Crew store this past weekend to see what's available (if anything!) in the SALE, or to see some NEW ARRIVALS {sigh!} in person, maybe you might be willing to share that with us in this post. In particular, if you could share with us a few of the noteworthy items that are available, at what prices, and potential sizes the store is carrying (as well as the store location)- that would be fantastic!

Also, please let us know if your local store was/ is carrying an additional percent off sale. Thanks in advance!!! :)

Friday, May 22, 2015

Your 3-day Weekend Starts Now. 30% Off at J.Crew!

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion this morning.


J.Crew is offering customers to take an extra 30% off select regular priced items and all sale with promo code WEEKEND. The offer expires May 26, 2015. The fine print includes:
  *30% discount valid on the purchase of items marked "30% off with code WEEKEND" at jcrew.com from May 22, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 26, 2015, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrewfactory.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. To redeem, enter code WEEKEND in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change.
This is a great promotion if the full priced item you were interested in is eligible. Otherwise, B&M stores are offering an additional 50% off sale. They have the better deal.

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

In Madewell Stores & Online: 30% Off Sale

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion this morning.

Madewell is offering customers to take an extra 30% off sale with promo code SWEET. The offer expires May 26, 2015. The fine print includes:
Offer valid on the purchase of sale items in Madewell stores and at madewell.com from May 22, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 26, 2015, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or used in combination with any other offer. In-store discount automatically taken at the register. To redeem online, enter code SWEET in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. only. Terms of offer are subject to change.
Make sure you double check the sale item page to see if the item is marked as "Final Sale" or not. Some sale items are and others are not. It is easy to overlook this and then get stuck with an item.

B&M stores were offering an additional 20% off sale, so it is nice to see it jump back to 30% off. They also have some items lower priced in stores than online. For example, the  Cutout Sundress in Stripe (item C0619; $148.00) is on sale online for $99.99 and in stores for $89.99. By the way, I own this dress and it is gorgeous! I know the cutouts on the sides are not for everyone, but if you were a white tank underneath, it actually looks like part of the dress' design.

Lastly, Madewell is also offering 60 days of Spotify Premium. This offer expires June 28, 2015.

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

Seek & Find: Will you visit J.Crew this Weekend?

This is the weekly "sale watch" post, to help each other find sale items at our various local J.Crew stores. ;)

If you are stopping by a J.Crew store this weekend to see what's available (if anything!) in the SALE, or to see some NEW ARRIVALS {sigh!} in person, maybe you might be willing to share that with us in this post. In particular, if you could share with us a few of the noteworthy items that are available, at what prices, and potential sizes the store is carrying (as well as the store location)- that would be fantastic!

Also, please let us know if your local store is carrying an additional percent off sale. Thanks in advance!!! :)

P.S. I noticed that many of you have already been reporting sale items (and in which stores) in other posts which by the way "thank you!" :) I really appreciate how helpful we are for each other!

Thursday, May 21, 2015

Shop For the Weekend with Extra 50% Off Sale Styles at J.Crew!

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion.


J.Crew is offering customers to take an extra 50% off on sale items in their brick & mortar (B&M) stores. The offer expires May 25, 2015. The fine print includes:
*Offer valid on the purchase of sale items in J.Crew stores from May 21, 2015, through May 25, 2015. Offer not valid in the 769 Madison Avenue store, Liquor Store, Ludlow Shops or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrew.com or jcrewfactory.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. Discount automatically taken at the register. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change. 
As many of you have noticed and mentioned this week, J.Crew stores already were offering this promotion. It is nice to know that it will continue through the weekend.

I was in my local B&M store the other day and the sale section was overflowing with merchandise. Unfortunately, it was not moving even at an additional 50% off. It was kind of sad. It's probably time to drop the starting sale prices some more...

I do hope this promotion extends to online as well. (I know it won't, but it really should.)

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion at J.Crew? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

J.Crew Factory: 50% Off (and a mystery offer of up to $100 off)

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion this morning.

J.Crew Factory is offering customers to take up to 50% off items online and in stores (prices are as shown). This offer expires May 25, 2015. The fine print includes:
*Prices as marked at jcrewfactory.com reflect discount. In-store discounts as advertised. Offer valid on purchases made in J.Crew Factory stores and at jcrewfactory.com from May 20, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 25, 2015, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew stores, at jcrew.com or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash. In-store offer may only be combined with the mystery scratch-off offer. Offer not valid on third-party branded merchandise. In-store discount automatically taken at the register. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change.
If you live near a B&M store, they are also offering a mystery offer at the cash register. Customers can get an offer of $10, $20, $50 or $100 off an order.

I am not going to lie, I ended up buying too much with this offer. The prices seem pretty good (even without any additional percent off promotion). I picked up a few dresses (including the Factory Striped Basketweave Dress, item C4998, shown above), a few sandals, and even a coat. Let's hope they are just as lovely in person!

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

JCA "Help Style Me!" Weekly Post

This is the weekly "Help Style Me!" post, where we can share items we are having trouble putting outfits together with. Elaine (in this post) says it best, "You know, that thing you bought because you love it and you keep pulling it out and then putting it away without wearing it?"

Please share your J.Crew item (either that you own or are thinking about getting) that you would love help creating an outfit with.

Also, please help out by offering your styling advice. Feel free to include links to your blog (where you incorporated that piece) or to Polyvore (where you showcased an outfit with that piece). Thanks in advance! :)

"Looking to LOVE" with J.Crew

This is the weekly "Looking to LOVE with J.Crew" post, a place to share our favorite experiences with J.Crew.

If you have recently experienced a positive situation with J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including stellar experiences with purchases & orders, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

"Looking to VENT" with J.Crew

This is the weekly "Looking to VENT with J.Crew" post, a place to share our not-so-stellar experiences with J.Crew.

If you have recently experienced a frustrating situation with J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including poor experiences with purchases & orders, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Weekly Share: Other JCrew-like Retailers

This is the weekly "Other JCrew-like Retailers" post (similar to the "Off On A Tangent" posts), where we can share our finds from other retailers that have offerings similar to J.Crew (like Anthropologie, LE Canvas, Gap, BR, Talbots, Ann Taylor, and the like.)

If you have recently encountered items that are similar to J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including experiences with certain merchandise pieces, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs!}

This is the weekly "J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs}" post, to help each other share our reviews.

So if you have recently purchased, or stopped by a J.Crew store to try on an item (or two) from J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Also, this request is not just limited to clothes. Please feel free to discuss bags, shoes, jewelry, accessories, etc.

In particular, if you could mention a few of the noteworthy details like fit, size, fabric, and the like— that would be fantastic! Thanks in advance! :)

Monday, May 18, 2015

J.Crew Updates Website with New Arrivals! Take an Additional 25%-30% Off! {plus free shipping today!}


"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know that J.Crew had an update to its website (click here to view online).

There are some new arrivals for men (click here) & women (click here). {wahoo!} It looks like Crewcuts (click here) has been updated, as did the J.Crew Collection (click here).

The MAY catalog (click here to view) is still up. However, the latest JUNE catalog is not. As mentioned by several JCAs, J.Crew posted several images of the newest catalog over at Pinterest (click here to view).


J.Crew is offering an additional (1) 25% off your order with promo code SUMMERLOVE, and (2) 30% off for cardmembers with promo code CARDLOVE & your J.Crew Card. This offer expires May 21, 2015. J.Crew is also offering free shipping on all orders placed today!!!

What items are you most excited about and why? Which items are you surprised (or not surprised) to see? Which items did you hope would be included? Were you expecting a bigger roll-out? Also, did you receive the latest catalog? :)

Flash Sale at J.Crew Factory {30-35% off & free shipping!}

"Thanks!" to  many of you, who shared the following email & promotion from J.Crew.

J.Crew Factory is offering an additional (1) 30% off all items, (2) 35% off clearance and (3) free shipping (on all orders) with promotional code ZIPZAP. This offer expires tonight, midnight EST.

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? If so, please share!

The Great (Weekly) Exchange {looking to sell}

This post (of weekly posts) is for individual members who want to swap/sell/share among yourselves. This post is where you can mention your items and outside listing/ auction site (like eBay and eCrater & the corresponding user ID).


Please note: this posting is not for resellers, retailers or businesses. If you are a reseller, retailer, or a business, your comment gets automatically deleted & you will get publicly called out on it. :( So instead of this, simply do not post in the Weekly Exchanges. Thanks in advance for your cooperation! :)


Please note that any transactions are independent of this blog. (Especially since you will be using an outside listing/ auction site like eBay or eCrater.) I have no dealings or interactions with any of the potential communication, listings, or transactions. :) Moreover, please limit comments about items to swap/sell/share to the "Great (Weekly) Exchange" posts. (Refer to "A Quick Note to J.Crew Aficionadas" post.)

Do you have any items you would like to swap/sell/share among yourselves through your outside listing/auction site?

Sidenote: What's up with JCAs writing "sub" or "subscribing" as their comment? It just means they are subscribing to all the comments (which are then automatically sent to their email) in that particular thread. This way they can stay aware of all the comments posted. :)

The Great (Weekly) Exchange {looking to find}

This post (of weekly posts) is for individual members who are looking for and interested in buying certain items. Please feel free to share a J.Crew store location and/or your outside listing/ auction site if it matches the requests made in this post.


Please note: this posting is not for resellers, retailers or businesses. If you are a reseller, retailer, or a business, your comment gets automatically deleted & you will get publicly called out on it. :( So instead of this, simply do not post in the Weekly Exchanges. Thanks in advance for your cooperation! :)


Also note that any transactions are independent of this blog. (Especially since you will be using an outside listing/ auction site like eBay or eCrater.) I have no dealings or interactions with any of the potential communication, listings, or transactions. :) Moreover, please limit comments about items to swap/sell/share/finding to the "Great (Weekly) Exchange" posts. (Refer to "A Quick Note to J.Crew Aficionadas" post.)

Is there an item (or items) that you are looking for and interested in purchasing?

Sought & Found: Did you visit J.Crew this {past} Weekend?

This is the weekly "sale watch" post, to help each other find sale items at our various local J.Crew stores. ;)

If you are stopped by a J.Crew store this past weekend to see what's available (if anything!) in the SALE, or to see some NEW ARRIVALS {sigh!} in person, maybe you might be willing to share that with us in this post. In particular, if you could share with us a few of the noteworthy items that are available, at what prices, and potential sizes the store is carrying (as well as the store location)- that would be fantastic!

Also, please let us know if your local store was/ is carrying an additional percent off sale. Thanks in advance!!! :)

Friday, May 15, 2015

Seek & Find: Will you visit J.Crew this Weekend?

This is the weekly "sale watch" post, to help each other find sale items at our various local J.Crew stores. ;)

If you are stopping by a J.Crew store this weekend to see what's available (if anything!) in the SALE, or to see some NEW ARRIVALS {sigh!} in person, maybe you might be willing to share that with us in this post. In particular, if you could share with us a few of the noteworthy items that are available, at what prices, and potential sizes the store is carrying (as well as the store location)- that would be fantastic!

Also, please let us know if your local store is carrying an additional percent off sale. Thanks in advance!!! :)

P.S. I noticed that many of you have already been reporting sale items (and in which stores) in other posts which by the way "thank you!" :) I really appreciate how helpful we are for each other!

Thursday, May 14, 2015

So Much (Sale) Inspiration: 25% Off This Month's Styles J.Crew Loves

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion this morning.

J.Crew is offering customers to take an extra 25% off select regular priced styles and 30% off select sale styles with promo code SHOPNOW. The offer expires May 17, 2015. The fine print includes:
*25% discount valid on the purchase of select items in J.Crew stores and at jcrew.com from May 14, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 17, 2015, 11:59pm ET. In-store discount as advertised. Online discount valid on items marked "25% off with code SHOPNOW." Offer not valid in the 769 Madison Avenue store, Liquor Store, Ludlow Shops or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrewfactory.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. In-store discount automatically taken at the register. To redeem online, enter code SHOPNOW in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change.

**30% discount valid on the purchase of items marked "30% off with code SHOPNOW" at jcrew.com from May 14, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 17, 2015, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrewfactory.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. To redeem, enter code SHOPNOW in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change.
I feel like we have seen this promotion before... ;)

Most brick & mortar stores are still offering an additional 40%, if not 50% off sale. So I am hoping that offer sticks around and not reduced to 30%...

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

J.Crew Factory: Stock Up Sale

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion this morning.


J.Crew Factory is offering customers to take an extra 20% off your entire purchase when you purchase four or more items with promo code STOCKUP. The offer expires May 17, 2015. The fine print includes:
*Offer valid on a single purchase of four (4) or more items in J.Crew Factory stores and at jcrewfactory.com from May 14, 2015, 12:01am ET through May 17, 2015, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew stores, at jcrew.com or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. Offer not valid on third-party branded merchandise. In-store discount automatically taken at the register. To redeem online, enter code STOCKUP in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change.
If you live near a B&M store, they tend to offer better deals. So definitely worth a stop to check it out!

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

J.Crew Sample Sale Coming this Weekend!

A big "thanks!" to spottedquilt, who let us know that J.Crew will be hosting another Sample Sale this weekend. The hours for this event:
Saturday, May 16th, 9 AM - 8 PM
Sunday, May 17th, 10 AM - 4 PM

The location for this shopping event is:

J.Crew Clearance Store
1 Clifford Way (off N.C. 191)
Arden, NC 28704
(828) 687-6475

If you know any more details of this event (like pricing) and/or planning to attend, please let us know!

Congrats to all those in the area!!! :)

JCA "Help Style Me!" Weekly Post

This is the weekly "Help Style Me!" post, where we can share items we are having trouble putting outfits together with. Elaine (in this post) says it best, "You know, that thing you bought because you love it and you keep pulling it out and then putting it away without wearing it?"

Please share your J.Crew item (either that you own or are thinking about getting) that you would love help creating an outfit with.

Also, please help out by offering your styling advice. Feel free to include links to your blog (where you incorporated that piece) or to Polyvore (where you showcased an outfit with that piece). Thanks in advance! :)

"Looking to LOVE" with J.Crew

This is the weekly "Looking to LOVE with J.Crew" post, a place to share our favorite experiences with J.Crew.

If you have recently experienced a positive situation with J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including stellar experiences with purchases & orders, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Wednesday, May 13, 2015

J.Crew Factory Exclusive Early Access: Shop new arrivals before everyone else

"Thanks!" to many of you, who shared the following news/email from J.Crew Factory with us.

J.Crew Factory is offering a sneak peek at the latest arrivals with prices up to 40% off! They are also throwing in free shipping (no min!). If you are a cardmember, you can get an extra 20% off with code MYCARD. These offers are just for today! So check your email to see if you got the invite.

 Factory crystal symmetry necklace
item E2043
 valued at $39.50 your price $23.50

 Factory graphic dot d'Orsay flats
item C4942
 valued at $98.00 your price $58.50
 Factory printed cami dress
item 43841
 valued at $84.50 your price $49.50

 Factory printed pleated short
item C2001
valued at $59.50 your price $35.50
 Factory stone leaf clusters necklace
item E0627
 valued at $59.50 your price $35.50

 Factory striped peep-toe d'Orsay flats
item C6158
 valued at $98.00 your price $58.50

Factory wrap-front romper
item C6592
valued at $79.50 your price $47.50

At first I did not think much of this rollout... but then I found a lot of things I thought are super pretty! I can't wait to see them in person. Fingers crossed that they are just as lovely in person!

Have you received this email? Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? Any items you are interested in? If so, please share!

Save an Extra 40% to 50% Off J.Crew's Sale!

"Thanks!" to many of you, who let us know about the following promotion this morning.


J.Crew is offering customers to take an extra 40-50% off sale items with promo code GETSHOPPING. The offer expires May 13, 2015. The fine print includes:
*40% discount valid on the purchase of sale items in J.Crew stores and at jcrew.com on May 13, 2015, 12:01am ET through 11:59pm ET. In-store discount as advertised. Online discount valid on sale items marked "Extra 40% off with code GETSHOPPING." Offer not valid in the 769 Madison Avenue store, Liquor Store, Ludlow Shops or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrewfactory.com; or on phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards and cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. In-store discount automatically taken at the register. To redeem online, enter code GETSHOPPING in the promo code box at checkout. Limit one promotional code per order. Offer valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offer are subject to change.
What is exciting about this is that there are over 150 new styles added to the sale section. Wahoo!

Most brick & mortar stores were already offering an additional 40%, if not 50% off sale. So I am hoping that offer sticks around...

Will you be taking advantage of this promotion? What item are you hoping to pick up? Please share!

In Store Coupon at J.Crew: $20 Off $100+

A big "thanks!" to JRSConifer & cate (in this post) who shared the following news with us: J.Crew is offering customers a card for $20 off purchases of $100+ in stores. This offer is available through July 4th.
J.Crew does not offer coupons very often, so I am pleasantly surprised about this. It doesn't hurt that it is a pretty nice offer too! I believe that it is stackable with other offers.

Make sure you double check your in-store purchase to see if you got a coupon too!

"Looking to VENT" with J.Crew

This is the weekly "Looking to VENT with J.Crew" post, a place to share our not-so-stellar experiences with J.Crew.

If you have recently experienced a frustrating situation with J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including poor experiences with purchases & orders, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Weekly Share: Other JCrew-like Retailers

This is the weekly "Other JCrew-like Retailers" post (similar to the "Off On A Tangent" posts), where we can share our finds from other retailers that have offerings similar to J.Crew (like Anthropologie, LE Canvas, Gap, BR, Talbots, Ann Taylor, and the like.)

If you have recently encountered items that are similar to J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including experiences with certain merchandise pieces, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

J.Crew's Student & Educator Discount {changing again?}

I like to start by stating that I am very thankful for the educator and student discounts at J.Crew. It is a great incentive to shop with our favorite retailer. 

I know the application (and explanation) of the student/ educator discount has varied over the years. The recent being that promotional items or universal promotions (for example, an additional 25% off everything) are not eligible, but specific promotions (for example, an additional 30% off sale) are eligible. Of course, full priced merchandise are eligible for the discount as well.

However, JCAs have been hearing and experiencing different situations at J.Crew. The following are a few examples of the feedback received when trying to use the discount:

"Thanks!" to Gretchen, who shared the following response from a J.Crew associate via email about J.Crew's student/ educator discount:
...Our student/teacher discount isn't usually applied to purchases that already have discounts or promotions applied. Because store exceptions are at the manager's discretion, additional savings are dependant on their approval. I apologize for this inconsistency, but we need to maintain a base level discount for our customers and are unable to freely apply as many discounts as possible, though eligible. Any additional savings received will be at the store managers discretion as individual stores have unique promotions and discounts week by week that we're unable to apply to online orders--this is also why the student/teacher discount is only eligible in-store. I apologize for any inconveniences this may cause.  Feel free to contact us with any future questions or concerns--we're always available by phone or email...
"Thanks!" to cagliari67 (in this post), who shared last Thursday the following:
...Have not been into a regular JC since the Discountgate episodes of 3 weeks ago. Still getting emails regarding this from JC central and from local managers. Policy still seems inconsistent. Apparently retail JCs here will no longer stack the educator discount with ANY other promo, including the extra % off sale. However the Factory stores are blithely carrying on, offering it on everything and promoting it verbally to everyone as they arrive. ...
"Thanks!" to math teacher (in this post), who shared last Thursday the following:
...My PS told me months ago that the teacher discount now only applied to full price items or items with a dollar amount discount. I appreciate that JC offers the discount, I just wish they would decide on a policy and stick with it. And that all b&m's would follow through. I emailed JC about some things (my PS has been asking me to email my complaints since they listen to us more than them) and I addressed this. I was told "As far as our student/teacher discount, this hasn’t changed - it’s still 15% off your entire order. If there’s another promotion going on like the current promotion TIMETOSHOP for 30% off full priced styles, we cannot combine the two. The only other time this discount cannot be applied is if it’s a branded partnership item or a wedding item." ...
It seems that J.Crew is changing the parameters of the student/ educator discount again.

If you have shopped recently (in the past week) at a J.Crew store, please let us know if you were able to apply your student/ educator discount.

Did you know about this change?
What are your thoughts on this latest change? Will this have an impact on your future purchases?

J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs!}

This is the weekly "J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs}" post, to help each other share our reviews.

So if you have recently purchased, or stopped by a J.Crew store to try on an item (or two) from J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.

Also, this request is not just limited to clothes. Please feel free to discuss bags, shoes, jewelry, accessories, etc.

In particular, if you could mention a few of the noteworthy details like fit, size, fabric, and the like— that would be fantastic! Thanks in advance! :)