tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post6246386461812231626..comments2024-03-28T05:33:23.130-04:00Comments on J.Crew Aficionada: J.Crew Updates Website With Summer ArrivalsAlexis {J.Crew Aficionada}http://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comBlogger99125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-40158524649565057952009-06-07T02:21:29.724-04:002009-06-07T02:21:29.724-04:00Hi Ladies, This is my first year wearing j crew a...Hi Ladies, This is my first year wearing j crew and I am 47. I need a few opinions.I Just bought the burnished linen skirt with coral jackie cardigan and beige tank underneath, I layered in with two pearl gold necklaces and gold ballet flats. I got more compliments than I have had in years. I also bought a summer pink pique skirt with a bow at the center waisband that is not online or in catalog. I am going to wear it with a crisp white 3/4 sleeve shirt, and now i need shoes.i love the lyla sweet papaya but wonder if they are too dressy. Also any opinions on the watercolor skirt ?? i like the print on the shoes but wonder is it a bit much on the skirt .thanks for your help..Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16119075469699529001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-53505390107584134602009-05-24T20:09:09.549-04:002009-05-24T20:09:09.549-04:00Everyone: Thanks for sharing!!! I *love* hearing e...Everyone: Thanks for sharing!!! I *love* hearing everyone's take on the new arrivals: the good, the bad, and the pretty. :)<br /><br />Tastymoog: I thought those bridesmaid dresses on The New Adventures of Old Christine were J.Crew too!!! :) And I liked them. :)<br /><br />Hexicon: I am so sorry to hear about your metallic belt. I can't believe it's starting to "weather" so quickly. :(Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-53224800742657034382009-05-24T13:16:31.817-04:002009-05-24T13:16:31.817-04:00JCrew is the only place I buy flattering swimsuits...JCrew is the only place I buy flattering swimsuits each season for the past 7 years...I buy approx. 2-3 each season (sometimes 4)and they do last a long time. I just get bored and need new ones b/c I swim so much. I don't know about this years... yet. I wait and buy off season when they sell for $14.99-19.99 online for one pieces and around $9.99 for each piece in a two piece. They do seem to work the best for small busted ladies which I find fabulous b/c my whole life swimsuit tops just did not fit!(original) Gennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209889879826124486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-12451976465510888252009-05-24T11:12:58.706-04:002009-05-24T11:12:58.706-04:00I'd love a review on swimsuits. I haven't found an...I'd love a review on swimsuits. I haven't found any *flattering* swimsuits at J. Crew in about 8 years. (A bandeau/string bottom which I still wear.)Cocohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06745406495772954220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-43390488566281669002009-05-22T23:08:48.451-04:002009-05-22T23:08:48.451-04:00I know I'm in the minority on this, but the ik...I know I'm in the minority on this, but the ikat print seems too BR to me. I saw the bonbon at the B&M today, and it gave me the icks big time. Flashbacks to the aqua Eva Joia outfit I had in fifth grade with that kind of skirt... the horror. No way do I wish to sartorially or otherwise revisit those days!<br /><br />The only new item I feel any slight desire for is the ruffle hem dress, but I wish it was a few inches shorter. Some of the new tees are quite cute IRL but I am at the saturation point with this type stuff, and I really don't need anything dip dyed or frayed looking right now, thanks!CheesyGoodnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00778110564941632746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-91336701220463174682009-05-22T23:03:20.833-04:002009-05-22T23:03:20.833-04:00This comment has been removed by the author.CheesyGoodnesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00778110564941632746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-44092024939803288392009-05-22T22:11:37.008-04:002009-05-22T22:11:37.008-04:00ok I had to order a few items before the 20% goes ...ok I had to order a few items before the 20% goes away and they sell out of my size. <br />I picked up the Paisley perfect shirt in azalea- LOVED it in the store, but they sold out in almost every size really quickly.(I resisted the matching little girls dress for $68:)<br />I also took a chance on the strapless top with the attached flower- this one is iffy... but I had to give it a try.<br />I thought that the rosette tee in Navy looked interesting, but not for $195-yikes- I have my limits!<br />I picked up in my local B&M the Sunbleached Crinkle flower tee in Caspian Blue-SO CUTE!!!<br />Other than that there was nothing else too tempting...<br /><br />On another note... I jumped on the bandwagon when Alexis posted the bow tie necklace as the questionable item of the week- well I take it ALL back! I saw someone wearing it this week and I REALLY liked it! go figure?<br />TwigaTwigahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16192932860254323189noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-42075933500864374262009-05-22T14:09:32.116-04:002009-05-22T14:09:32.116-04:00I bought the eyelet pencil skirt in "shadow." I t...I bought the eyelet pencil skirt in "shadow." I think it will work for Fall/Winter, too.<br /><br />Speaking of Fall, when does JC usually debut its Fall collection? July? August?<br /><br />Thank you and have a safe and fun holiday!JCrewNewbiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01704140910728848079noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-11471140674696036272009-05-22T13:41:43.276-04:002009-05-22T13:41:43.276-04:00jbird--also loving the ikat halter dress...i am he...jbird--also loving the ikat halter dress...i am heading to columbia mall tonite! i already have the skirt, though..<br /><br />AppGal--I thought the same thing, I am in trouble...I like quite a few things...and I just placed an order yesterday.<br /><br />I'm not sure if I'll buy anything, but it wouldnt hurt to try some things on..theminniemaven.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15447008953298082845noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-32930393850189206592009-05-22T13:07:23.673-04:002009-05-22T13:07:23.673-04:00xoxo,
Nicely said! and I agree! Hope you have a ni...xoxo,<br />Nicely said! and I agree! Hope you have a nice weekend:)(original) Gennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209889879826124486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-59624227946252409722009-05-22T11:44:11.985-04:002009-05-22T11:44:11.985-04:00I like the Ikat halter dress in yellow alot. The ...I like the Ikat halter dress in yellow alot. The kick pleat linen skirt was in Santa Monica 3rd Street Promenade store on Wednesday. I didn't see it until I was living the store. I will probably go back this weekend to try them on. I ran inside quickly to pick up two pair of rhinstone flip flops 30% off if you buy two pair. I needed them for the holiday weekend.fiyahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15340536502302645590noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-12745152715219921142009-05-22T10:36:39.399-04:002009-05-22T10:36:39.399-04:00i also agree with most that the ikat print is beau...i also agree with most that the ikat print is beautiful. wished it either came in a short version dress or the skirt came in navy. i look terrible in yellow.<br /><br />i love the super 120s papillon dress too.<br /><br />i so wish the juliet shoes in black were on sale. : (Kendrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16719743486082035365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-26114018916852180892009-05-22T10:35:11.235-04:002009-05-22T10:35:11.235-04:00did anyone see the $2,800 vintage rolex for women?...did anyone see the $2,800 vintage rolex for women? that's absurd.Sarahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00771188355944681923noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-89190111973250671742009-05-22T09:39:18.721-04:002009-05-22T09:39:18.721-04:00jbird-you might try calling the Tulsa, OK store. ...jbird-you might try calling the Tulsa, OK store. I picked up one of the tees described by PhDStudentEast. They had several. It is a great shirt and will definitely be one of my favorites.<br /><br />GoldCoastGal, I totally agree with Cliquot. Love the Joley heels. I wear mine almost every day and am thinking of getting another color.Samantha Jane Bolinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15469921469715546714noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-51327923206693234072009-05-22T09:08:44.184-04:002009-05-22T09:08:44.184-04:00what's funny is that i JUST got the cardmembers' e...what's funny is that i JUST got the cardmembers' email about the new items, saying "we're telling you first." if by first you mean way after it's already on the website and everyone knows about it, ok. : )<br /><br />i really like some of the things, but $200 for the rosette tee? are they kidding me? it looks like a lumpy glorified t-shirt.Kendrahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16719743486082035365noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-48084491854140350932009-05-22T09:07:42.048-04:002009-05-22T09:07:42.048-04:00Captain Crew and Genny I am right there with you. ...Captain Crew and Genny I am right there with you. Looked through every catalog pic Gigi had put up and thought there were a couple of promising items but when I checked them out in detail yesterday there was always something not quite right that nixed it for me. <br /><br />I have worn J.Crew for years and I like the preppy too, but also appreciate the new direction and have bought a few things over the past while as well, although usually not the must-haves that everyone else wants. Like others though, I am over the frayed chiffon and ruffles. I've got more than enough of that look in my closet, absolutely everyone is wearing it to death and I'm ready for something new and fresh.xoxohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12336645422459479330noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-6093142630451529622009-05-22T05:25:47.659-04:002009-05-22T05:25:47.659-04:00Crewbie,
I agree the falling petals jacket looks a...Crewbie,<br />I agree the falling petals jacket looks awful. I liked the name and was hoping it was gorgeous but when I zoomed in it looked really sad:( Definitely not pretty IMO. Maybe a different, brighter color would have helped it.<br /><br />CaptainCrew,<br />Nothing seems to fit my style right now either. I am old school JCrew and while I liked some of the past seasons new things-- I did like the ("older") preppier styles and critters. What happened to the cute madras minis and madras blazers that JCrew used to put out each season???(original) Gennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209889879826124486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-57915487717903964142009-05-22T00:13:45.370-04:002009-05-22T00:13:45.370-04:00Becci, I have the Monterey skirt and I think it's ...Becci, I have the Monterey skirt and I think it's TTS. I normally float in JCrew skirts (I wear a 0) but this one fits me well in the waist, I don't have extra room as I always do. If you're interested I have a pic here: <br />http://ema-shoppingmycloset.blogspot.com/2009/05/pink-is-new-black.htmlEmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08331051805268660458noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-19925241641983144672009-05-21T23:34:43.190-04:002009-05-21T23:34:43.190-04:00I went through the new arrivals and then the onlin...I went through the new arrivals and then the online catalog and added nothing to my cart. Very disappointing for me, nothing that suits my style. <br /><br />Thought I might find a few things for my husband and went through it with him. The men's secret wash and linen shirts were either "got it" or "meh" colors. He made a couple mentions of the board shorts and the 7" and 9" lengths but seemed open to try them. Of course, he's in great shape and doesn't mind showing it off. Still, I think that is a change that is coming to mens beachwear - like it or not, short is in. At least it isn't the speedo banana hammocks just yet. ;PCaptainCrewhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15422705416801320165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-87365512468310737382009-05-21T23:22:15.577-04:002009-05-21T23:22:15.577-04:00Visited a local B&M tonight- got a flowered te...Visited a local B&M tonight- got a flowered tee (don't know if it's online). It's a natural colored tee with a large blue flower on the front left top. Very cute! No must haves, although I did want the top that PHD Student East described. The SA said it sold out super quickly. I can see why, it was very cute. Was thinking about ordering it from the red phone, but it wouldn't be in until mid June.<br /><br />I ended up ordering the Ikat print dress in navy from the red phone. I ordered a petite, due to the length of the dress. At 5'5", the regular length is too long for me. Hoping the petite length will work out- 42" vs 44".jbirdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03403170540178391801noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-77840956958118403002009-05-21T21:38:48.102-04:002009-05-21T21:38:48.102-04:00yikes stuff is already getting sold out...Floret H...yikes stuff is already getting sold out...Floret Heels are down to 11...Pakcolahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16375980668473918411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-59361449199365648642009-05-21T21:25:59.264-04:002009-05-21T21:25:59.264-04:00Visiting the store last week, I tried on the cotto...Visiting the store last week, I tried on the cotton ruffle tank (loved it and got it in navy) and the bonbon dress (I don't know why, I must have subconsciously been thinking it would look cute on my 3-year old daughter, and after trying it on, I know she's the only one who could get away with wearing it!)Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08461011985776772424noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-68374547993664782262009-05-21T20:58:17.151-04:002009-05-21T20:58:17.151-04:00The Bonbon dress.... drop waist, pastels, and ruff...The Bonbon dress.... drop waist, pastels, and ruffles? Seriously J.Crew? I have a picture of myself in 2nd grade circa 1993 wearing a dress that is identical to that one. Dropped waists do not look good on anyone, ever. I mean, yes, a really skinny person could pull it off. But it doesn't look <I>good</I> or <I>flattering</I>. I love trendy things but find it hard to succumb if they aren't flattering. Yuck.<br /><br />I tried on some of the new arrivals last week at a B&M... didn't find anything I couldn't live without. Still wanting that darn cotton pencil skirt with the bow on the front though!J.CrewJDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07464373354705821248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-11205829198245404812009-05-21T20:45:34.932-04:002009-05-21T20:45:34.932-04:00Waiting for the Fall/Winter stuff. This season's ...Waiting for the Fall/Winter stuff. This season's color palette is so played out!Wendyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00376120465309164843noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-79961924988888594102009-05-21T20:25:45.718-04:002009-05-21T20:25:45.718-04:00I'm mostly "meh" to the new line-up, but I did use...I'm mostly "meh" to the new line-up, but I did use the SUMMER code for a warm shell strati tank and a pair of palma flat sandals (also in pink). (Plus a Victoria cami in butterscotch that I've been coveting!!) I think the bonbon dress looks cute on the model, but I definitely didn't think so when I saw it in person in the store last week. The Petra heels are gorgeous, but I'm not really in the market for heels at the moment, and some of the new dresses look fabulous but I'll wait for a sale. <br /><br />Has anyone seen the Marbella Lorelei dress in person? It looks pretty online, but I'm worried that it'll be brighter IRL like the watercolor skirt. <br /><br />PhdstudentEast - that t-shirt sounds very cute, I'll have to go check it out in store!<br /><br />GoldCoastGal - I have the Joley's in silver and I love them too, definitely one of my favorites and TTS.Lynzeeroohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02267245684116060386noreply@blogger.com