J Crew 2011 Spring Arrivals

Not only did I have a reward card burning a hole in my pocket but also a J Crew gift card. I’ve done a major closet clean-out and am now only (trying) to buy items I will know I will wear. I’m really trying to create 3 outfits in my mind when considering buying an item. I’m not consistent with that process yet but I’m getting there.

Rainy Day Utility Jacket in Forest- Size 6 – $188 sale $99.99 – My PS put this in the fitting room for me. I didn’t care for it but it has a hood, fleece lining and a drawstring waist.

Utility Shirtdress – #39623 – Size M – This has a belt, 3/4 sleeves and mandarin collar. It was a little snug for me in the shoulders and upper arms. I’m not in need of a casual dress

No. 2 Pencil Skirt – Citron – Size 6 – I love J Crew pencil skirts and I know this specific color has been loved by many but, unfortunately, I was not one of them. I think it’s the fabric. Or the fact that I would have to alter the hem and I don’t think that the color is for me. The color is more saturated IRL than compared to the online pic. This fit TTS for me.

Floral Tulle Mini – Size 8 – $110 sale $59.99 – This came out a few weeks ago and is already on sale although the website still shows the regular price. I thought it was cute when it came out but I already have too many dresses and skirts for “just that special occasion” that I have not worn or rarely wear. It is a bubble hem but it’s very minimal.
Vintage Cotton Raglan Tee – Size M – $39.50 currently 20% off $31.60 – Good fit…TTS for me

Lunette Mini in Dark Beechwood – Size 8 – This is a cotton sateen and J Crew describes this as a lantern silhouette. It’s tulip to me. The front and back are the same. I like the fit of the 8 because it give a little more length. I prefer the navy color and can’t wait to wear it through the spring and summer!

Dark Navy – Size 6

Camp Pocket Cardigan in Smoldering Brick – Size Medium – $88 Sale $49.99 – Good fit and the pockets are/seem silk but I don’t like that they are right on the girls.
Silk Pocket Tank in Wave Crest – Size 6 – $68 – Not a big fan of this. It’s a little snug in the chest for me.

Hope these pics and comments help.

4 Comments

  1. February 12, 2011 / 3:02 pm

    Looks like you had fun! You are thinking wisely about how to rebuild your wardrobe!!

  2. February 12, 2011 / 5:54 pm

    Looks like you had fun but not much luck! The navy skirt looks really nice on you and I bet you will get tons of use out of that one. I have been doing the same thing about making outfits out of everything and it amazes me how few I can come up with other than jeans. That rule alone has kept my shopping in check this year!

  3. Anonymous
    February 14, 2011 / 1:00 pm

    loved the brick color on the camp cardigan but why is the silk pocket a slightly different shade?

    it is only this color not the other ones

  4. February 17, 2011 / 4:11 am

    I do love the citron pencil skirt, I am thinking of buying this with my rewards card. Thanks for the reviews. By the way, you look way toooo young to have a 15 year old son. 🙂