Say good-bye to your tailor (and get an extra 25% off)

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

J.Crew Factory is offering petite sizing for their clothes! (Does this mean they will introduce Tall sizing in the future too? Who knows? But this is a good start.) :)

Also, they have a new offer: 25% off purchases of $100+ with promotional code GETMORE. This offer expires May 4, 2014.

Are you excited that Petite finally made it to Factory? Any items you are interested in getting? 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.

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! :)

Flash Sale at J.Crew Factory {25% off everything!}

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

J.Crew Factory is offering 25% off with promotional code SHOPTIME. This offer expires tonight, midnight EST. The fine print includes:

*Offer valid on purchases made at jcrewfactory.com on 4/28/14, 12:01am ET to 12:00pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew or J.Crew Factory stores, at jcrew.com or phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or purchase of gift cards & cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other offer. Offer not valid on men's shoes, Thompson suiting, BAGGU(R), Sperry Top-Sider(R), Rainbow(R), Toysmith(TM), Natural Products Ltd.(TM), Speedo(R) Neonwonders(R) goggles or Speedo(R) Skoogles goggles. To redeem, enter code SHOPTIME in the promo code box at checkout. Offer valid on orders shipping to the continental U.S. & U.S. P.O. Boxes via economy shipping (6-8 business days) & Canada standard shipping (4-7 business days). Return requests must be made in accordance with our return policy. Offer valid in U.S. & Canada only. Terms subject to change. 

**Offer valid on purchases made at jcrewfactory.com on 4/28/14, 12:01pm ET to 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid in J.Crew or J.Crew Factory stores, at jcrew.com or phone orders. Offer cannot be applied to previous purchases or purchase of gift cards & cannot be redeemed for cash or combined with any other promotion. To redeem, enter code SHOPTIME in the promo code box at checkout. Offer not valid on men's shoes, Thompson suiting, BAGGU(R), Sperry Top-Sider(R), Rainbow(R), Toysmith(TM), Natural Products Ltd.(TM), Speedo(R) Neonwonders(R) goggles or Speedo(R) Skoogles goggles. Offer valid in U.S. & Canada only. Terms subject to change.

It's interesting to see that J.Crew Factory continues to offer these Flash Sales.

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

J.Crew Initiates Customer Review System {finally!}

"Thanks!" to many of you, including Federal Agent Fashionista (in this post), who let us know that J.Crew is (FINALLY!) moving towards customer reviews on their site. Whitney (in this post) shared the following:

I just got an e-mail from J.Crew with the title "Thoughts?" Here is what it said: 

"We’d love to know how everything worked out for you, don’t be shy. Just click below to get started and your comments could end up on jcrew.com...". 

So does this mean online reviews are coming???

What a wonderful step in the right direction! It really is a great move for J.Crew to finally offer customer reviews. (Honestly, they are way behind their competitors with this. However, better late than never.)

J.Crew already has experience with this since Madewell (J.Crew's sister store) already incorporates customer reviews on its product pages. Makes complete sense that J.Crew would eventually hop on board.

I heard from an associate that they are currently testing it out for a few items via email. Then they will run it sitewide sometime in late May. Fingers crossed, it all works out!

Did you get an email requesting a customer review for J.Crew items? Did you take the survey? What are your thoughts on customer reviews on J.Crew's website?

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).

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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! :)

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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.

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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! :)

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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!!! :)

J.Crew May Catalog is Up (& free shipping)

"Thanks!" to many of you, including Slastena, who shared with us that the latest MAY catalog (click here to view) is finally up for customers to page through. Many of you already picked up a paper copy at a B&M store or via snail mail. Yey!

"Thanks!" to GigisGoneShopping (in this post), who let us know that J.Crew is offering free shipping on all orders. No promotional code needed as it is automatically applied at checkout. (Or at least it did for me when I did a mock checkout right now.) It is not clear how long this offer will be running for.

Did you notice free shipping when you checked out today? If so, please share! :)

Tote Madewell's Transport Tote (or any bag you love) and Win!

"Thanks!" to GigisGoneShopping (in this post), who let us know thatMadewell is running a new sweepstakes to win a $1,000 Madewell shopping spree. What do you have to do? Pretty simple:

Starting today, upload an image on Instagram of what’s in your bag or where you’re carrying it (you can show a Madewell tote or whatever you carry and love) with hashtag #totewell. The photogs behind our three favorite snaps will each receive a $1,000 gift card.* You have until May 19th, so start snapping.

Once you’ve entered, be sure to follow us on Instagram to keep up with the #totewell action.

To learn more, click here. I like that you can showcase any bag. Although, it kind of feels like they are pushing the Transport Tote from Madewell.

(I actually think Madewell's Transport Tote is pretty awesome. Extremely roomy to carry almost anything and the kitchen sink. So I heard a random tidbit worth sharing... I was at one of my local Madewell's and asked how well the Transport Tote was selling. Turns out they are not selling as well as Madewell would like them too.)

Good luck to all the Madewell Aficionadas! :)

SIDE NOTE: "Thanks!" to many of you, including Cate (in this post), who let us know that Madewell is offering free shipping on all orders. According to their webpage:

We offer free economy shipping everyday, no minimum purchase required. For a limited time, please enjoy free expedited shipping on qualifying orders of $250 and up. 

Not sure how long this offer will run for, but YEY! :)

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!

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! :)

How to Work a Silk Scarf

Confession time: I hoard beautiful silk scarves. (Some of my favorites are J.Crew's location scarves like the London Scarf.) Why do I hoard? I find it difficult wearing them. I never know how to wrap it around my neck without it looking "off".

Thankfully I came across a post from one of my favorite British retailers, Joules, that wonderfully illustrates how to tie silk scarves. (Refer to the "To tie or not to tie" post for more.)

I love how simple they made it all look. More importantly, they are all stylish ways to work the silk scarf.

Do you wear silk scarves? If so, how do you tie them? Are there any tricks/tips you use? If so, please share! :)

"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.

J.Crew Factory's Summer Sneak Peek (extra 25% off everything)

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

J.Crew Factory is offering an extra 25% off with promo code SALE25. Yey! This offer expires April 27, 2014. 

J.Crew Factory is also offering a "Summer sneak peek", but I can't seem to see any new pieces. Maybe I am overlooking something.

On a different note, one of Factory's looks includes the Factory tropical short-sleeve shirt with the matching Factory printed pull-on short. Both pieces are quite lovely (and already sold out!) However, I do not care for them paired together.

The look screams "Pajama Party". The leather hand bag and heels can't save this look from the bedroom either. I am not sure why J.Crew thinks this PJ trend is worth pushing.

Did you notice the "Summer Sneak Peek" at Factory? Any pieces you are interested in getting? Thoughts on the matching PJ look? Please share! :)

J.Crew Updates Website with New Arrivals!

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

NOTE: J.Crew changed their latest promotion to make it slightly worse/better depending on which item you were interested in. J.Crew is offering an additional 30% off *SELECT* full priced women's and men's items (plus 30% off sale and 50% off final sale) with code GOSHOP. (What's the difference? Originally it was 25% all full priced items.) This offer still expires April 27, 2014.

NEW ARRIVALS: The good: I like this roll out compared to the previous ones. There are definitely pieces I am excited to see. The bad: This roll out could still be a lot better. The skirts and dresses are seriously lacking in terms of style, wear-ability, and affordability. I complain about this a lot. So feel free to skip this part. Otherwise, let me continue my rant... What do I mean? The Lobster Skirt and the Cotton Taffeta Belle Skirt, both great examples of what J.Crew use to offer in the Summer that I l-o-v-e! I just don't understand why there are so many short, plain skirts, or long pencil skirts. Can't we offer a bit more?

* The Oui mon cheri sweatshirt (item A7426; $65.00) looks super cute. Reminds me of something Madewell would offer.

* The Ratti Fish print is back with the Ratti Fish Rash Guard (item A7349; $175.00)! I like the print, but when I saw it on the Rash Guard, it reminded me of the 80's arcade game "Space Invaders". ;) By the way, check out the price tag... ouch!

 * Schoolboy blazer in floral linen (item A7291, $198.00) looks like one of those pieces that could go either way. I like the print, but I worry if it is too busy. Can't wait to see and read reviews for this one.

The Sophia Webster for J.Crew shoe collection is also finally available! The shoes are definitely a departure (a fun one though!) from J.Crew's usual offerings.

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? :)

"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.

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! :)

J.Crew: 25% Off Full Priced Styles

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

J.Crew is offering an additional 25% off full priced women's and men's items (plus 30% off sale and 50% off final sale) with code GOSHOP. This offer expires April 27, 2014. The fine print for this offer includes:

*25% off full-price men's and women's styles valid in J.Crew stores and at jcrew.com from April 21, 2014, 12:01am ET through April 27, 2014, 11:59pm ET. Offer not valid on women's denim, men's Ludlow footwear, babies', crewcuts or Garments for Good merchandise; or on select Collection, wedding, Ludlow suiting or third-party branded merchandise. 
**ONLINE: 30% OFF SALE, 50% OFF FINAL SALE. IN STORES: 40% OFF SALE. 30% discount valid on the purchase of sale items at jcrew.com. 50% discount valid on the purchase of final sale items listed in the 50% Off Final Sale Styles assortment under the Sale tab at jcrew.com. 40% discount valid on the purchase of sale items in J.Crew stores. Offers valid from April 21, 2014, 12:01am ET through April 27, 2014, 11:59pm ET. Final sale items cannot be returned or exchanged. 
***Offers not valid in Liquor Store or Ludlow Shops; in 769 Madison Avenue, Bloor Street or J.Crew Factory stores; at jcrewfactory.com; or on phone orders. Offers 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 discounts automatically taken at the register. To redeem online, enter GOSHOP in the promo code box. Limit one code per order. Offers valid in the U.S. and Canada only. Terms of offers are subject to change.

I l-o-v-e these types of promotions (because everyone wins!) Full priced items get a discount, but so do sale items. Plus, stores will still offer an additional 40% off their sale. Yey!

Remember when J.Crew would *rarely* offer a universal promotion for all full priced items?!? Usually it was a selected category depending on the season.

Will you be taking advantage of this latest promotion? What are your thoughts on this sale? Are you loving the latest arrivals from J.Crew?

J.Crew Factory: 50% Off Everything

"Thanks!" to many of you, who shared the following promotion for J.Crew Factory.

J.Crew is offering Factory Store shoppers a special treat. Customers can take 50% off purchases in stores. This offer is good through today.

These promotions over at Factory are the best! (Customers get the best prices at brick and mortar stores. Better than the "Factory First" promotions too!)

Will you be stopping at a J.Crew Factory Store? Will you be taking advantage of this offer? 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).

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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! :)

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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.

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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! :)

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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!!! :)

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!

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.

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

 

"Thanks!" to many of you, including A (in this post), 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 30% off! They are also throwing in free shipping (no min!). Both these offers are just for today! So check your email to see if you got the invite and code.

I am actually liking many of the items in the new arrivals collection. The Factory Isabelle Printed Bow Pumps look amazing and the $89.50 sale price looks pretty good too. I do not wear heels (never mastered walking in them), but if I did, these pretties would already be mine! ;)

If only the Gilt coupon would work for today! ;)

I never really cared too much for Factory over that past few years. However, I now look forward to the new roll outs (at Factory) as much as I do regular J.Crew.

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

J.Crew Stylists Lose Their Minds

"Thanks!" to Rashawnda (in this post), who shared the following:

I am sure that this is out of place for today's topic but am I wrong to think that JCrew really passed off the striped PJ short set with the white linen blazer (in the One Piece/2 ways feature)? Is that really an outfit that one would wear outside the house? JCrew couldn't find real shorts cute enough to display the jacket with? Or is the PJs set that cute that it is wearable outside the house as loungewear? I was just a little perplexed by that display and thought that maybe I missed the boat on the concept...

Yes, I think you are right to question this look. No, this is not really an outfit one would wear outside the home. Do I think the model looks cute in her outfit, sure does. But is that an outfit that someone, anyone, could legitimately wear? Oh no.

What is even funnier is the tag line: "Dressed up. A no-brainer with polished pearls and stripes." First, the pj set is not dressed up because J.Crew slapped on some pearls and covered it with a jacket. Second, the no-brainer comment is ironically spot on. People will think you have lost your mind trying to dress up what is clearly an "around-the-house" top and bottom. Especially, for a "dressed up" event.

What are your thoughts on the style? Do you think I am being overly harsh? Is this a look you think "rocks" or is "rock bottom"? Share your thoughts!

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.