J.Crew - Recent Keepers (sale)

Buffalo Check Boy Shirt - Size 2 in Black

Double Serge Pencil Skirt - Size 2 in Pearl Gray

Buffalo Check shirt with Lolli Pants

Cotton Stripe Tank - Size Small

I don't see this online right now, but I bought it in-store for $19.  This will be a nice throw-on-and-go top for the hot summer!

Striped Button-Back Tee - Size XS in Neon Pink

Love the button detail on this shirt.  I really want all 4 colors, but I went with the pink stripe since I have sooo many of all the other stripe colors!

Stripe Drawstring Dress - Size XS in Navy

This dress was less-than-impressive online, and on the rack in the store.  However, once I put it on I fell in love!  And for $29 - hell yeah!  You really need to give this one a try if you haven't already!

Pockets!  Woo hoo!  And it drapes really nicely!

IMO, all these items run about normal for JC.  The striped shirt is a bit boxy, but that's the look!  I'm so excited to start wearing these styles if it will EVER get warm!  :)  Thanks for stopping by!

J.Crew Recent Returns - In-Store only?

I have purchased and returned a lot recently, so I'm beginning with the losers first....

White Cotton Button-Down Shirt/Blouse  (I cannot find this online)

This also comes in a grayish/purple color in store, as well.  It's pretty see-through and runs a bit small.  This is a size Small.  I ended up returning it because it was gaping a little at the bust, and I have a linen shirt I bought last year that looks almost the same as this one.

The one thing I did love about the shirt is that it's stretchy and fits nicely under sweaters, etc... without riding up.  But, again, I just don't think I'd get that much use out of it.  Additionally, I had a bad feeling about those pesky little holes popping up - don't know why exactly, just something about the fabric seemed delicate.

Vintage V-Neck Tee (don't see this online, either)

I thought I loved this at first - I love the solid colored vintage tees - but this is thicker and more stiff... I also had to size up to a Small to like the fit of it.  In fact, now that I am writing this, I wonder if it really even is a vintage v-neck tee, or was it just on the same round table as all the other vintage v-necks?  Anyway, I'm all striped-out unless it's a show-stopper, so this went back, too!

Next post - the keepers! :)

J.Crew Maritime Dress Review

There has been a lot of talk about this dress - both for and against it.  In most cases, we are loving the stripes, color, etc.... but the length (short) has been questioned, and the fabric weight (heavy) being a bit heavy for spring/summer.  Honestly, I just couldn't resist this dress. Not at all!  So with the 20% off promo, I bit.

I am wearing an XS with a white ribbed tank under.  The fit is boaty, however the shoulders would be too snug in an XXS and the length would be even shorter.  I would recommend purchasing your regular JC size, and possibly down a size if you are between.

With the multi-buckle belt.  I didn't 'love' this look - although this is similar to what's shown in the catalog and online.

With a long necklace (and unflattering pose :)

Even though it runs roomy, it doesn't create a prego look or bubble butt.  The zippers on the side I could take or leave - but they do not bother me and kind of help to weight down the bottom of the dress.

Lays nice in back and doesn't cling.  Doesn't appear to be see-thru in the white areas.

With silver military belt.  This was my fave belt with it.

With the sleeves pushed up.

 There will definitely be the right weather to wear this dress in the mid-west - both Spring and late Summer nights.  I also found wearing white jeggings with this dress makes it more do-able for early Spring and allows me more time to not worry about shaving my legs ;) - woot!  (not sure why I didn't take pics with the jeggings). 

There are so many ways to style it, including belted, or not - and with long necklaces.  I found it looks great with both heels and flip-flops.  I definitely see this being a go-to dress, especially on our beach vacations and to casual spring/summer parties. 

Bottom Line:  Runs TTS to big - with a big fit.  Soft, thick fabric weight, runs a bit short.  So cute!  Perfect throw-on dress for warmer weather - before it gets super-hot!  This is a keeper for me!

The Great Closet Clean-Out ...Reduced Prices!

Wow - I've been MIA for a while.  Busy busy busy around this house, but now that we are past the holidays, a great big closet clean out was in order!

*All items are in excellent used condition, unless otherwise noted.
*All sales are final.
*Shipping is $5 to USA addresses only.  Each additional item is $1 for shipping.
*PayPal only.
*My email is lindseybs@live.com if you wish to purchase items!

( Quick note: I'm posting these pics as quickly as possible and then may go back in and add details as I have time.  I didn't 'primp' or style the clothing - it's just as-is on the hanger from my closet!  I'm NOT a great photographer. Please feel free to comment or contact me with any questions regarding the items.)

In addition to the things you see here, I also have (and will be posting on here in the next day or two)

*J.Crew Seaside Madras Minnie's with zip ankle, size 2 - $20
+ some Anthropologie items and more!

J.CREW

Toothpick cords, Fall 2010, zippers on ankles, #28522, Size 28 - $20 (shipped)

Merino Cardigan, XS - $10

This cardigan came to me with a small hole in the front - it was professionally fixed, but still shows a little - I tried to picture it here.  It's about 1/3 down the picture.

Striped Chalet Zip Sweater, #34091, Small, NWOT (I have the tag if you want it) - $18  SOLD

Gray V-Neck Tee, #17884 - XS - $5

Whisper Lame Perfect Shirt, silver, #93675, Size 2 - $12  SOLD

Pintuck henley shirt, honey glaze, #96811, XS - $7

Vintage cord skirt, honey glaze, #96175, Size 2 - $15 SOLD

Ruffle front tank,# 30262, Small - $5

Ruffle V Neck Tee, mushroom, #14971, Small - $7

100% Merino ruffle front henley, Small, ivory, #91024, NWOT - $10

LOFT

Chiffon Rose Tee, XS - $8

100% Silk Dress, Size 2 - $15  SOLD

(this was worn once - may be slight, barely noticeable imperfections from water drips, etc... as expected with silk :)

Navy cotton dress w. jeweled neckline and tie at back neck, navy, Small - $15

Black Tee w/ chiffon tie at neck, XS, NWT - $5

Ann Taylor

Ivory Layering Tank, chiffon accents, Medium - $10

One Shoulder black top, NWT, Small - $12  SOLD

Nice Rayon, nylon, spandex blend (Holiday collection)

Banana Republic

Banana Republic gathered front black cotton tee, Small - $8

Banana Republic gray merino blend cardigan, Small - $9  SOLD

Banana Republic black tee, silk - $9

Gap Body striped tunic, 2010,  military green stripe, XS - $8  SOLD

"Forth and Towne" black short sleeve cotton sweater, from Gap outlet, Small - $8   SOLD

Banana Republic Ruffle Front Plaid Flannel Shirt

I used my 40% Off Wednesday coupon to get this shirt yesterday.  I've had my eye on it for a while, but could never find it in a small. It must have been returned or taken off a mannequin or something, because it all of a sudden appeared in the store yesterday!  I loved it so much I wore it out of the store!

I'm wearing a size Small. An X-Small might have fit, but would probably have been too tight in the shoulders.  The fabric is flannel - the tag says it's stretch.

The navy in the shirt looks so great with dark denim.

The ruffles are cute - but not too much.  Just enough to peek out of a sweater.

Bottom Line: Love love love this shirt.  Runs TTS for BR.  I NEVER wear things out of the store, but I just fell in love with it!  BR is having 40% off in stores today - and 35% off online for cardholders!  Get it if you can snag it!

J.Crew Fair Isle Sweater Review

J.Crew Chunky Fair Isle Funnelneck Sweater - $148

I'm wearing an XS here.

This sweater caught my eye right from the start.  The price turned my away just as quickly.  However, I ended up grabbing it when there was a sweater promo + my 30% off cardholder deal.  And still, at almost $100, I think they could have done a little better than acrylic as a main fabric component..... but whatever.  I figured that if the sweater was 100% wool (or even close) it would be overly-warm and thick, so that's how I'm justifying being ok with just a high "fake" content.

Moving on.  I really really love this sweater paired with black leggings.  I wasn't certain I was going to keep the sweater and it was just hanging out in my closet - getting to know my other sweaters - but I found myself getting excited to wear it, so I did.   I feel much better about keeping an indulgent purchase if I wear it right away.

Bottom Line:  TTS for JC sweaters.  It's a touch itchy, but I found it to be comfy with just a tank layered underneath.  The pattern is super cute and I love the snaps on the neckline.  Definitely a keeper.



Last Minute HELP! Opinions please!

So, I'm trying to find a way to use more of the clothing in my closet and I REALLY wanted to wear the drapey sequin tee .... but I don't want to wear pants, so here is what I came up with... for tonight.... so it's kind of do or die time...

Of course I'm going to wear black tights - this baby is short and it's COLD outside! 

Can this work?  What do you think?  Am I crazy?

J.Crew Cypress Plaid Skirt Review

When I first saw this skirt in the store as a new arrival a few weeks ago, I totally scoffed.   In fact, I told my PS that it looked far too "lounging by the fireplace" for my liking.  HOWEVER, as is the case with many JC items I own, after seeing it several times, the hate turned to love.  Weird.  Anyway - I ended up buying it using my 30% off cardholder promo code.

With metallic beach cardi + candy shirt.  I'm wearing a size 2 here.

With candy shirt + navy Jackie. 

It's a bit "full" - and I'm not sure how I feel about that....  I MIGHT have liked to size up to a 4 to make the waist looser, but there would be way too much puffy fabric in a 4.

I love that it has pockets!

I tried to be a little less lazy here and put on some navy tights.  Here I have on a Perfect fit scoop neck tee in navy and the multi-buckle belt.

Another side-shot.

And without the belt...

And.... another side shot - I'm just not sure this is very flattering... ?!

Bottom Line:  TTS. This is not a skirt to make you look thin, IMO.... It's puffy on the bottom and pretty fitted at the waist, which is much different from the typical pencil skirt silhouette I'm used to.  However, I think this is a cute casual skirt.  And it's pretty warm for a skirt since it's wool.  This skirt really had to grow on me, but now that I have been able to put together a couple of outfits using it, I think it's a keeper.  How are you styling your Cypress Plaid skirt?