Today is the First Day of Fall {Madewell Fall Looks}

I read somewhere that today is the first official day of Fall. In honor of this special occasion, I thought it would be nice to browse some Fall photos.

"Thanks!" to  many of you, including JSR (in this post), who let us know that Madewell posted some of their "Fall in Normandy" Looks for us to check out!

Are you excited that it is Fall? What are your thoughts on the looks? Do you like any in particular? If so, which one?

Check Out Madewell's Fall 2014 Look Book

"Thanks!" to many of you, including GigisGoneShopping (in this post), who let us know that there are several images from Madewell's Fall 2014 Look Book over at Fashionista (click here to check out all 26 looks).

According to Fashionista (click here):

Back in March, when Madewell's designer Somsack Sikhounmuong walked us through the label's fall 2014 collection, he called it a homecoming of sorts: The Madewell girl had been traveling for spring — in easy, bohemian pieces appropriate for a European adventure — but for fall, she's landed back in New York City and stocked up on urban essentials like relaxed denim, great coats and, of course, plenty of leather. 

Now, we've gotten our hands on the brand's fall lookbook in all of its expertly-layered glory. Beanies, hightop Vans, flannels tied around the waist, and the cozy, elevated sweats give the collection a sporty, tomboyish feel. 

Though, independent of the perfect styling, many individual pieces can stand on their own: From the tough leather and suede moto jackets and chunky booties to the more etherial silk pieces and winter white sweaters, there's something for everyone to lust after for fall — myself included.

I am not crazy about the styling over at Madewell. However, I do like a lot of the individual pieces. I am seriously gushing over the oxford shoes.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming collection? Are there any pieces you are super excited about?

J.Crew Card Members: Check the Mailbox!

"Thanks!" to Danielle (in this post) who shared the following news with us:

I got a big ol' envelope from J.Crew, and it said "Lovely to Meet You" on the front. Inside was a giant lookbook of all their favorite pieces for the summer, along with unique code for 20% off next purchase in J.Crew stores or jcrew.com. I believe it's a card member's perk.

"Thanks!" to Cate & Teeny84 (in this post) who also confirmed receiving this mail piece from our favorite retailer. "Thanks!" to Angela, who shared the above image with us.

That is a pretty nice surprise to find! So keep an eye out in the mail for the lookbook {and 20% off promotional code} from J.Crew! :)

J.Crew's Spring / Summer 2013 Look Book

"Thanks!" to so many of you, including coffeeshopandfunnyfaces (in this post), as well as Alexandra, who let us know about the following...

J.Crew has posted their Spring/Summer 2013 Look Book on their website for pre-ordering (click here to check it out online).

J.Crew also notes, that the "shipping date for all pre-order styles begins in February- and select items may not be available". Some items are already wait-listed for April!

"Thanks!" to so many of you, including Marietta, Desert Flower, as well as Karen, who let us know about the following video. It is a behind-the-scenes look at J.Crew's Spring 2013 Fashion Week presentation...

 

What are your thoughts on the looks? Are you a fan of the styling for the various outfits? Any piece that you are in love with? Any item you question?

You Got Mail... Spring Rewards Cards are Here!

"Thanks!" to many of you, including Jruby18 & StylishlySpoken (in this post), as well as Michelle, who let us know about the following news regarding J.Crew card members: rewards cards are being e-mailed to qualifying card members now!

To get a head start, J.Crew is emailing the rewards cards (card with pin number) to customers. They are also still sending the actual card via snail mail.

Don't forget, the latest rewards card expires March 15, 2013. Knowing my JCAs, you won't have to worry about them expiring! ;)

So if you are a card member, *check* your mail to see if you got your Spring Rewards Card! :)

J.Crew of Seasons Past: {a look in the closet}

It's that time again, to take a look at an image of J.Crew pieces from seasons past! As caribbelle (in this post) so beautifully termed, "ye olde j crew of yore".

This post features a page from J.Crew's Spring 2008 Look Book. One side showcases the various ballet flats that J.Crew offered that year. The opposite page features the Printed Silk Twill Boatneck Top (Item 91811) with a pair of white jeans. I would totally wear that outfit today. Fabulous!

What are your thoughts on the look(s)/item(s) from the past? Do you find the look(s)/item(s) classic or do you think they are dated?

J.Crew's Fall '12 Look Book {thanks CMG!}

A big "thanks!" to CMG who let us know that she received a double sided trifold mailer of the Fall 2012 Look Book in the mail. She also shared several images of the latest J.Crew Look Book catalog. (All images courtesy of CMG.)






Did you get a copy of the new Look Book? What are your thoughts on the items slated for the upcoming Fall season? Do you think it's too early or the right time, to be thinking about the Fall season? ;)

It's here. Pre-order your favorite styles from our Collection lookbook.

"Thanks!" to many of you, including Desert Flower, Catherine K, Miss JR & patsystone (in this post), as well as Irina, who shared with us the following news & email.

In last month's "J.Crew Email: Get private access to our most speci..." email, J.Crew announced a Spring/Summer new arrival event for today.

J.Crew is offering exclusive private access for 24 hours to pre-order styles from the Spring/Summer Collection LookBook.

• To order from the Men's Lookbook, click HERE
• To order from the Women's Lookbook, click HERE

Now as many of you have mentioned, this whole setup is pretty disappointing. (I am unimpressed.) Why? Because these are the same exact images we saw in the handouts just last month (refer to the "You Got Mail... Spring Rewards Cards are Here!" post where customers could pre-order too) and last year (refer to October 2011 "The Looks from J.Crew {Spring 2012}" post). At least they could have included the prices, right? But no, they did not.

Did you get this email? Did you check out the pre-ordering section of J.Crew? What did you think of this marketing campaign- failure or success?

You Got Mail... Spring Rewards Cards are Here!

"Thanks!" to many of you, including JulieBee (in this post), JulieStyles & The American Observer (in this post) Mackenzie Anne & BonnieMc (in this post), as well as Irina & Angie's Closet, who let us know about the following news regarding J.Crew card members: rewards cards are being mailed to qualifying card members now! There is more... J.Crew included all the looks in their Spring 2012 LookBook in a multi-page mailer.

"Thanks!" again to Irina & Angie's Closet who shared the images of the Rewards Card (shown above) as well as the flyer with the Spring Look Book images (shown below) for us to view.
Don't forget, the latest rewards card expires March 15, 2012. Knowing my JCAs, you won't have to worry about them expiring! ;)

So if you are a card member, *check* your mail to see if you got your Spring Rewards Card! :)

J.Crew Email: Get private access to our most special Collection pieces

"Thanks!" to many of you, including Kelly, Irina & Angie's Closet, as well as Josanne (in this post), who shared the following interesting email from J.Crew today.

The email announces a Spring/Summer new arrival event for February 6, 2012. They share:

Get your exclusive private access: We're giving you the chance (before anyone else) for 24 hours to pre-order styles from our Spring/Summer Collection LookBook photographed at our show during New York Fashion Week. Sign Up HERE.

Once customers click on the link, they are taken to a page to fill out their email address.

After they submit that info, they are asked to share this semi-secret pre-sale with their friends & family (by submitting their email addresses) and sharing it on their Facebook page.

I have not heard or seen this type of pre-ordering from J.Crew before. It will be interesting to see what it is like and how successful it is.

Did you get this email? If so, did you already sign up in order to check it out?

Madewell's Spring 2012 Lookbook is Here!

"Thanks!" to xoxo (in this post, as well as her "Madewell Spring 2012 Lookbook" post) who let us know that Lucky Magazine has posted Madewell's lookbook for the upcoming Spring collection (click here to view all the images).

There are 34 pages/outfits provided by Madewell. The following are just a few images of what to expect (click on any image to view larger).
There are so many pretty pieces being offered by Madewell!!! I am super excited to see them in person.

"Thanks!" to xoxo again, who let us know that Madewell is offering 30% off their Sale (click here to shop online) and free shipping on orders (of $100+) with promo code BYEBYE. This offer ends December 30, 2011.

Are you excited about Madewell's Lookbook for Spring 2012? Are there any pieces you are excited to see?