/ Bella Picks

J Crew Factory rolled out some goodies this week and GiltCity added to that by offering a 35% off coupon! Of course, now I cannot decide what I want to order. I am finding shirtdresses will be a major part of my Fall and Winter wardrobe so I like the Light Indigo Shirtdress. I like that that it does not have a collar, allowing for a plaid or gingham button-down to be worn underneath.

I know I absolutely need that Polka Dot Caryn Cardigan. I will wear that more than the Teddie in Polka Dot. The Dark Redwood of the Button-Front Corduroy Skirt looks like the Masala Chai, at least online. I hope they bring a few more colors because I would love to see it in Navy or Black. And I always look at the men’s section for chunky sweaters and scarves. The Fisherman Sweater is back and the Donegal Shawl Collar Sweater looks cozy.


What have you added to your wishlist from the latest J Crew Factory rollout? I am hoping to get to the store next week to see some of these IRL.

/ Bella Picks

New arrivals for J.Crew Factory are here. All new arrivals are 40% off, prices as marked, today and you also get Free Shipping.

I have the Sawyer Bootie in Olive Moss, purchased last year and love the Dark Gravel color offered this season. They also brought back the Leather-Pocket Tee Dress, of which I own the Madewell version {pin}. I like that it now comes in Deep Burgundy. The colors of the Tweed Pencil Skirt look just like the tweed shorts I have from Banana Republic.

Did you notice they finally have the Schoolboy Blazer? I’m sure they just renamed the old Keating Blazer. I miss the Schoolboy Blazer. I really really don’t like the Regent Blazer and it’s permanent standing collar. I think my days of buying blazers from J.Crew are officially over, especially because my beloved Schoolboy Blazer is gone.

I think I will wait until there’s a better promo. I would think there will be a 50% off coming, particularly an in-store promo. I may visit the local Mercantile store and give it another chance. I know it’s back-to-school shopping now, but they shouldn’t be sold out of new arrivals by the weekend?

/ Bella Picks

This bow pump is my favorite thing from the J Crew Factory roll-out. The color along with the embossed faux-snakeskin is gorgeous. I’ll have to order these online as I know my Factory and Mercantile stores won’t carry them. But I need these in my life!

The Vintage Scarf has made it’s appearance at the Factory in a shirt, skirt and dress. I feel I need to get the Hound Dog tee in honor of our dog Gus. The little bow tie around the neck is the cutest.

There are also some repeats in the new rollout. I find the quality between the retail and factory puffer vests to be the same. I have both in different colors and they fit, wash and wear the same.

Currently, all new arrivals are “up to” 40% off, through Sunday. And you can take 50% off “Wear Now Styles”, so basically sleeveless tops, tees, and shorts.

Happy Shopping!

/ Bella Picks

The 4th of July is one of my favorite holidays of the year, probably because it’s so close to my birthday. I can celebrate all week long. I also like finding the cutest Patriotic clothes to celebrate in. J Crew Factory has the right idea with 50% off everything both in-stores and online, prices as marked. The promo ends Thursday, June 30.

I don’t know if I’ve ever been to a fancy 4th of July party but this outfit certainly would make you sparkle. I think I really need to try the jacquard skirt.

The V-Neck Shell is linen and comes in white, warm red and this pretty reef blue.

Below are some more of my Patriotic picks from J. Crew Factory.


Are you shopping this quick promo from J. Crew Factory? Do you have your outfit planned for the 4th of July yet?

/ Reviews

Last up from the Factory are two dresses and some Summer shoes.

~ Polo Shirtdress, Navy, Medium ~

I really liked this shirtdress. I wished it came in white or a kelly green as well as the Vibrant Flame. The Medium is a great fit. Take your normal Polo shirt size. I’ve already worn this several times with both flats and the Gingham Wedges.

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~ Chevron Striped-Dress, size 8 ~

I recall no difference between this dress and the retail version from last Summer. Down to the small exposed back that causes the material to not lay flat, it’s the same dress, different tag. I was really hoping the issue where it wouldn’t lay flat would have been fixed. Otherwise, the size 8 is a perfect fit.

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~ Stacked Heeled Sandals, Dark Cedar, size 7 ~

I don’t prefer ankle-strap shoes but I wanted some neutral/brown sandals for Summer. These are going to work well for me. The size 7 fits well across the toe though the ankle strap is too short. I have it buckled in the last hole. But, when I tried them on I loved them. And since I was already dressed for date night, I kept them on. The heel height is just at my threshold and I was pitching forward just a bit when walking but they’ll be fine to wear for a few hours.

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~ Leopard Espadrille Wedges, size 6 1/2 ~

I have these in the same size in the Gingham Wedges and the fit is very different. The Gingham Wedges fit just like the retail Seville Espadrilles but the Leopard Wedges are too tight. I double-checked the size when I got them to be sure they were not a size 6. Maybe I received a defective pair but I would take your normal shoe size in the Leopard Wedges. (Mine is a 7).

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The Leopard Wedge is cute. The background color is really light, almost yellow. Though the pattern doesn’t match on the toes, it is not too noticeable. I have the Sevilles in several colors and wear them a lot. I returned the Leopard Wedge because I wear the Metallic Seville Wedges several times a week.

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