From Preppy to Pretty:
The New J. Crew

I started browsing the J. Crew catalog in high school, sadly to say before clicking through styles was mainstream.  I remember the clothier as a champion of the chunky sweater, henley and crew neck cotton shirts, and an unmatched selection of Chinos.  I owned the two pocket, the front pocket, the flannel-lined, you name it.  It wasn't until after a few years of loving their incredibly soft fabrics that I fell in love with my first bit of sparkle from J. Crew, a light pink button front with puffed sleeves and weaved with shimmery gold threading.  Who knew that they would develop into sparkly chic several years later?

I believe they've reached their peak with pieces embellished perfectly for day but with just enough glitz for heels at night.  And though you'll now be paying more per square inch of fabric than that of their former preppy styles, you're paying for high quality and designer influence at a price nowhere near its designer counterpart.  You may be pleasantly surprised by J. Crew's new sparkle.  Take a look below.

The Mixed Media Dress 
J. Crew Bon Bon Dress $268
Alice+Olivia Sequined Bustier Dress $495

This Fall's Vest
J. Crew Mongolian Lamb Vest (also in black) $800       


















Joseph Mongolian Sheepskin Gilet $995 
 
The Miniskirt
J. Crew Metallic Sequined Bell Skirt $275
Dolce&Gabbana Sequin Miniskirt $825
 
The Ballet Flat
J. Crew Sequin Bow Ballet Flats $188
Miu Miu Bow-embellished Patent Leather Flats $495

More of My J. Crew Favorites
Martinete Feather Jacket $1200
Sequined Jersey Bloomer $98
Blossom Bauble Necklace $135
Disco Tartan Top $650
Betsy Wrap Cami $110

2 comments:

2012fashionfencer said...

LOVING the 'new' J. Crew! This is a great post, totally gorgeous looks!
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