/ Reviews

Wow. I expected J.Crew to finish strong with a percent-off-total-purchase promo. Instead they stuck with the sale promo that’s been around for weeks/months. They didn’t even try to make it special by putting making all sale items and additional 50% off, like the stores are doing, though it is Final Sale in-stores. I did receive an email that stores are giving out mystery scratch-off cards, through Sunday.

~ Carrie Dress in Stripe, Brilliant Sunflower, size 8 ~

This is reminiscent of the Striped Blouson Dress from a few Summers ago, though in the Carrie Cami style this time. It’s a midi-style so I could maybe size to a Petite to make it a little shorter and/or wear strappy heeled sandals with it. I liked the fit of it and it does certainly look better with the top a little blousy over the elastic waist compared to pulled down straight. The yellow is a pretty color though I would prefer a few other options, like a green or red stripe. The outer is silk and it’s lined in poly so not very Summer friendly for South Texas.

~ Short-Sleeve Chambray Shirtdress, Small ~

When I saw this in the roll-out last week I knew I wanted it. I am living in these dresses right now and though it would be a perfect addition to my growing collection of easy-to-wear shirtdresses. The Small fits well, so size down one. The chambray is soft, not stiff. And I ended up not getting this at the time, in favor of the next dress

~ Off-the-Shoulder Dress in Ratti Into the Wild Print, size 6 ~

I was not expecting to like this print or this dress so much. When I saw the print online I thought it was way to busy, but the various greens just pop. There’s a toucan and butterflies in the print along with bright colored flowers. The size 6 fit me well and though I was a bit hesitant to get another off-the-shoulder item, I knew I would wear it a lot this Summer. I’ve already worn it once and received so many compliments on it. The tan I have helps those colors pop, I think.

I’m not sure if I’ll venture in the store this weekend to pick up one of those scratch-offs. Will you?

/ Reviews

Though these aren’t included in the current THURSDAY promo, I did want to share my try-ons in case you are considering any of them.

~ Downtown Field Jacket, Canvas, Small ~

This just fit in the Small. I would size to a Medium since I will wear layers underneath this. I really like this classic canvas color. It will go with everything. I have the Deep Burgundy color and the Factory version in Navy so I’m good on this jacket.

~ Embroidered Gauze Eyelet Mini, Navy, Small ~

I consider this a beach or pool skirt. It’s short and super casual. Maybe I’d run to the grocery store in it but I wouldn’t consider it a date night or dinner skirt unless it was a really casual outdoor place. I have last year’s version of this in white. The small still felt big but probably due to the elastic waist.

~ Easy Linen Midi Skirt with Ties, Vintage Kelly, size 6 ~

This skirt caught my eye in-store in both the vintage kelly and lapis color. I was drawn to it being linen and lined in cotton. A great combination to keep you cool in Summer. The skirt has a side zip and then you tie three separate sets of string ties. I would have preferred this skirt without the ties but it’s still cute. This skirt also runs big as the size 6 fit very well. I am a size 8 in skirts 90% of the time, so this one is an exception. I really liked it and would have considered it had there been petite sizing.


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/ Reviews

Today’s promo at J.Crew is 50% off Vacation Styles with code WEDNESDAY. All the shorts below are included in today’s promo.

~ Gingham Cotton Shorts, size 8 ~

I found a pair of gingham shorts by Vineyard Vines at a resale shop last year. Otherwise, these comfy gingham shorts would have come home with me. The size 8 is a good fits, so TTS. The 4-inch inseam gives a little more coverage than the pair I have. I like these much better than the Linen Gingham Shorts from a few months ago. At 50% off, these are perfect for planning your July 4th outfit.

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~ Embroidered Short in Gauzy Cotton, White Gunmetal, Small & Medium ~

I have last year’s version in the diamond print, in Navy. These are the same but a different pattern. Pineapples this time. I like the White version more this year than last year’s. The Small was a nice fit but I like the roominess of the Medium. I haven’t had any issues with machine-washing my navy version.

~ Bermuda Short in Heavy Linen, White & Vintage Kelly, size 8 ~

Both Bermuda shorts in Heavy Linen and Cuffed Linen are my two favorite Summer items from J.Crew. I have been searching over the years for varying colored linen shorts, other than flax, to no avail. Finally, J. Crew has completed my search. The linen on these are a heavier weight than the Cuffed Linen Shorts. The rise is also higher at 12 inches with the waistband sitting just above my normal waistline. I bought both colors available online. I have a pair of white already but like the flat front of this version. And the Vintage Kelly is gorgeous IRL. If you can get your size, especially at 50% off today, then do it.


Other items in today’s promo include the following.

Are you shopping today’s WEDNESDAY promo?

/ Reviews

Today’s promo at J Crew is TUESDAY and you can take 40% off select styles as well as sale items. Unfortunately, none of the pants below are included in this promo. Cashmere sweaters are included (huh?!) and women’s swim is excluded but not men’s/girls/boys. This promo makes no sense except that the off-the-shoulder Ratti Dress is included along with the Chambray shirtdress.

~ Rory Pant, Navy, size 6 ~
~ Rory Pant, Fern, size 8 ~

I mentioned in Monday’s post how I did not like these pants. They bunch just below the waist, in the back. You can see it somewhat in the image below and it’s very noticeable in the size 8 in Fern. These are  pull-on pant with a little give in the waist. The tie at the waist is not removable and would probably look best tied at the side. The size 8 was still decently cropped on me, with an inseam at 20-inches, but I wasn’t a fan of how the wide-leg draped. The material is a cotton poplin and machine washable.

~ Cropped Wide-Leg Pant in Heavy Linen, French Blue, size 8 ~

I was excited to try these pants as the color looked gorgeous online and a heavier weight linen would be good for work. They also went with my new #shinyponies. The size 8 was a great fit. The front has pleats and the back is elastic. They were full-length on me and I like how the wide-leg draped. They were lined in cotton in the same color as the pant. The french blue color took on a shade of purple IRL. Of course, they got super wrinkled but they are linen. Though I really liked them, I ended up returning these as I didn’t see myself wearing them as much as linen shorts.

~ Gazebo Pant, White, size 8 ~

I’ve tried these on in the 8 & 8 Petite in navy and vintage kelly. I really wanted these in white and my store finally received another shipment with the size 8. These are a little longer than I want them to be but they fit well. The white is lined but still seems a little see-through. I ended up buying these in the size 8 since the Petite size has been sold out for a while in this color.


The Rory Pants were a dud but the Linen Pants were a hit. The Gazebo Pant should be a permanent staple for J. Crew. I hope this comes out in the Fall/Winter in wool

/ Bella Picks

J Crew is having 5 surprise sales this week. Today’s offer is 30% off your purchase, 40% off sale & 50% off Final Sale, exclusions apply, with code MONDAY. I tried on several items last week but first wanted to share my picks of this latest roll-out, with this promo in mind.

I am so happy to see more longer-length linen shorts offered this year. I’ve bought every color and the Bermuda Shorts in Heavy Linen were no exception. I had originally purchased the Gazebo Pant in the Vintage Kelly but returned them knowing I’ll wear the shorts more often. I haven’t tried them on so I am hoping the fit and length are good.

The item I absolutely love from this roll-out is the Linen Tank Top with Fringe. I didn’t really notice it until I went in the store and the Bold Red caught my eye. It’s so gorgeous and a saturated orange-red color. I tried on the size 8 and was swimming in it. The straps were also falling down so I asked for a size 6. That was a much better fit, though still a little loose at the straps and the chest. Luckily, there are bra-keeps/snaps to keep the straps from falling. I bought the Red and Navy and have already worn them. I ordered the White and Sundrenched Pool with today’s promo.


I was thinking I didn’t really like the Ratti Into the Wild print when I saw it online but IRL it’s really gorgeous. So much that I bought both the bandana and the off-the-shoulder-dress and have already worn both. Sadly, the dress is excluded from today’s MONDAY promo but the bandana is not. I’m using that tied on my Tory Burch Tote.

I had to review my pictures before writing this next part. The Rory Pant has two 5-star reviews online but I completely disagree with both reviewers. These pants were ridiculous on me. I tried the size 6 first and they were an ok fit but what I noticed was the back was bunching just below the elastic waist and above some unnecessary seam or stitching. I tried on the size 8 and the bunching was much worse. I really think it’s the elastic waist and the pleats it is creating that make them so unflattering, at least on me. Also, the tie at the waist is not removable.

The Canvas color of the Downtown Field Jacket is really nice IRL. I know it’s just a beige color but it’s so simple and perfect if you are looking for something a little lighter in color. It’s also included in the MONDAY promo at 30% off. Lastly, the Bronzed Clay of the Straw Hat with Tassels is another one of my favorites in this roll-out too.

I begin sharing my reviews tomorrow.

Happy Shopping!