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J Crew rolled out more Spring today and a few of those items were in my store last week.

The Silk-Cat Print Blouse is really cute and great to just throw on and go. It’s made it to sale and I was able to find plenty in-store. This is a size 8 and how I’d probably wear it. Super casual, un-tucked with the sleeves rolled up.  

This next cotton blouse is the Jeweled Bow Top. It comes in White and Navy Striped, below. It’s a boxy, straight silhouette with a Rhinestone Bow in front. It has a single button in the back. This is a size 8. Again, it’s boxy, tight sleeves are an issue for me and though the Bow in front is cute it’s just a little plain.

The Bow, up close…

The Striped Blue version…

I really liked the black version of the Linen These Are The Days Graphic Tee. I have on a Medium but I did end up passing on this for two reasons. One, I love my Madewell Los Angeles Linen Tee {pin}, also in black. And, two, all the other Graphic Tees are now on sale so I’m sure this one will be there soon too.

I liked the look and concept of the Vintage Cotton Silk Back Tee but when I turned to the side, it was a big ol’ mess. I’m wearing a Medium and from the side looked like I was due any day.

The Vintage Cotton Tee in Weekdays comes in both Black and Pearl Oyster. I have on a Medium here and it’s quite comfortable. I believe it’s cotton. The Black version has the days in French and the Ivory version has them in Spanish. A pass for me but I’m sure it will be a hit. I may grab it if it makes it to sale.

The Silky Chambray Tunic, size Small, is touted as a beach cover-up. The only other place I’d wear this tunic would be to sleep. It is very soft and comfortable but $66 for a beach tunic is a pass for me. I was also hoping the placket and arm cuff contrasted a little more like the online image. This is a good size but I could have sized to an XS as far a cover-up goes. Returning this one.

Of the new arrivals today, the Lace Stripe Skirt in Strawberry Rose is the only thing I would consider buying. All the eyelet and seersucker and lace is just too much for Spring, and one roll-out, IMO. I preferred some of the Factory arrivals from the Early Access today. 

Have a Great Day!

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Whoops, I goofed. It looks like my scheduler published this post before I added my pics. Sorry about that. Here is the full review.

I have been lusting over Metallic shoes for quite some time. I really wanted the Martina in Silver Metallic but keep missing them when a promo arrives. I decided to try the Lillian Mirror Metallic Low Wedges in Metallic Silver. I have the Collection Lillian in Calf-Hair from last Summer in my normal size 7 but that’s a little big on me. This time I ordered a 6 1/2.

The size is perfect. I always feel like my foot is going to slip out when wearing my Leopard ones. 

Though a skinny wedge, it is low enough to walk in them all day without discomfort. The ankle straps are adjustable and don’t cut into the skin at all. There is a little gap between my heel and the heel of the shoe but I think that should be expected.

I love the Silver Metallic. They will be perfect for Spring and definitely Summer. I already outfits create around these sandals, one of which includes the Factory Scalloped Shift Dress in Pale Citrus. They even look cute with rolled-cuff boyfriend jeans. 
I ordered these with the 25% off Cardmember promo. It would have been nice to get them on sale but since I have plans to wear these many times over the Summer I know my CPW will come down quickly in the next 6 months.
Happy Shoes-day!



Other Lillian options…

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I went in to J Crew to make a few returns and ended up in the fitting room with some new items. Story of my life…


First up is the Scallop Crepe Dress, size 8 in Bright Persimmon. Quite the V-Neck there. I’d definitely want to try a Petite 8 in this dress. I love the scallop detail at the neckline and this color is gorgeous. Overall, if I needed a work dress (I’d add a cami underneath) I’d try the 8P. But it’s a pass for me.

  

The Bright Jade in the No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Cotton Twill is a beautiful color. My normal size 6 fit well. I don’t have a need for pencil skirts and have been passing on all the solid colors of the last year, as pretty as some of those are. New “shaping seams” were added to the sides and back. I know it will probably accentuate some assets which will bother some but I didn’t mind them.

The Salon Mini in Stripe is a pretty ivory & gray linen blend skirt. I see pairing it with neutrals like the Linen Perfect Shirt in White and Tybee Metallic Sandals. This is the size 8 and it ran a little big. I usually get the 8 in the minis but chose the size 6 as it was a better fit overall. 

And the size 6, which I bought but am going to return. The 8 was too big and the lining of the size 6 is too tight. The skirt itself is not though. And though I like the Ivory and Gray together I can recreate that with the Fluted Skirt in Ivory and Scalloped Lace Tee in Gray from the Factory.
I’m curious if you’ve tried the Scallop Crepe Dress or the No. 2 Pencil Skirt and what you thought of it. 

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Currently the J Crew Factory has 50% off in-store through Monday and 30% off online through Sunday.

I wear shorts all summer long and rarely put on jeans or pants. Sometimes I’ll grab a dress or skirt, for date nights or if I want to feel a little more put together. I decided to try a few of the Factory Shorts as they have upped their game a little in dressier Short offerings.

The Coral Tweed Short, size 8, has a 3-inch inseam and the tweed is pretty nice for Factory. I wouldn’t be able to size down to a 6 as this just fits across the hips. Absolutely love these as a dressier option for going out this Summer.

  

Yay! Lined!

The Metallic Brocade Short, size 8, is another great pair of shorts. The material is on the thinner side but it is lined. This will snag easily as I found two small threads already trying to escape. Another great dressy Summer short. It’s a little bunchy in front but I wouldn’t size down…hips again. I’d probably rip them sitting down. And the size 8 give me a little more length on the 3-inch inseam.

  

The Hummingbird Short, size 8, is a favorite print. The shorts have a 5-inch inseam and I love that length. The print isn’t overdone in front. I think I could size down to a 6 in these but I’ll keep the 8 as my store did not get these in. I am unsure if I’ll keep the Pencil Skirt now that I have the shorts. Both great options and, again, one of my favorite J Crew prints.

  
One styling option for all three shorts is the Embroidered Tank from last summer. It’s perfect for all three pairs. 

The Stripe Bateau Tee, Medium, is like the retail version from a few seasons ago (2009/2010?). I grabbed the Neon Azalea and the Navy. I also ordered the Denim Roll-Up Short in White and Faded Indigo, both size 8.

  

These are both great shorts for around the house, no errands to run. I know I’ll wear both of these a lot as well. The 8 is a perfect fit.

  

I’m really drawn to Navy and White for Spring and Summer and couldn’t help but grab the Anchor Scarf. and the Critter Flip-Flops in Anchor Print. I always have a few pair of casual flip-flops for around the pool.

The Open-Weave Ribbon Fedora was pretty cute in the store and was definitely an impulse buy. It’s a one-size fits all and fits me just fine.

My store did not have the first three pairs of shorts when I was there last weekend. It’s not worth the 1 hour drive there to find out if they came in or not and do a PA or return/re-buy at 50% off.

Happy Shopping!

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I haven’t purchased any J Crew Minnie Pants since they first came out a few years ago. I even sold the few pair I had due to fluctuating weight and fit issues with them. The print on the Minnie Pant in Foulard was too interesting to not try on. These are a size 8 and though they fit, they are a little bunchy in the front.

  

I had a size 6 brought to me and those fit much much better. I’ve already worn them with the Drapey Crepe Tunic in Navy. Always a good sign for a purchase when I wear it right away.

I was also able to try the Campbell Capri in Latticework Medallion. I chose a size 6 based on Gigi’s Review. I absolutely love the fit of these. The rise seems a little higher than the Cafe’ Capri. The length is about the same. I have hemmed all of my Cafe’ Capri’s and will probably do the same with these instead of ordering the 8 Petite. I like this print so I’m happy to have found a replacement for the Swoop Dress in Latticework Medallion that I returned.

With “heels” a la Gigi…
Have you tried the Minnie’s in Foulard or the Campbell Capri’s? What do you think of the fit? 

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