J. Crew Review : Jackie Pullover #65341

I received my most recent 30% off order today and had to immediately review the Jackie sweater.  They are currently on promo for $55 plus 30% off and not Final Sale.  My store doesn't carry these sweaters so I haven't been able try them in store.  This was the perfect time to try them out to push my order over the $175 mark for free shipping.  I have always been a huge Jackie cardigan fan and won't embarrass myself by telling how many I own (I'm probably technically a Hoarder).  First of all, the sweater is nothing like the Jackie cardigan so I don't know why they call it that.  The fabric of the sweater is thicker and spongier for lack of a better term, but not overly thick.  I like the weight of the sweater.  While I like the cotton Factory Thandie/Charlie, they are on the thin side.  I ordered the Jackie in Pink Bouquet and Kelly Green - LOVE, LOVE them both!!  The colors are very true.  I usually order the Jackie cardigan in a size medium so it is not too tight to wear over a collared shirt.  I can wear a size small Jackie cardigan, if I'm just wearing it with a cami.  I ordered the Jackie Pullover in a size medium because I didn't want it to be too fitted and I wanted to be able to wear a shirt under it.  It is the perfect fit.  A size small would have been way too tight.  Just for reference I am a 34C with narrow shoulders.

If you are on the fence about ordering the Jackie Pullover, I say go for it.  I love mine! 

Do you own or have you tried the Jackie Pullover?  What are your thoughts?

Neon Pink Elephants

One of my co-workers told me today that my outfits always make her smile.  That has to be the ultimate compliment!

Gap Boyfriend Shirt in Elephant Print
J. Crew #2 Pencil Skirt in Neon Pink
Off Broadway Shoes Navy Pumps

Super Prep

You can't get much preppier than gingham, burmuda shorts, & boat shoes.  Ok, I guess you could add a cable sweater or madras jacket, but it is HOT ya'all. 

All J. Crew:
Gingham Shirt
Summerweight Burmuda Shorts
Belt
Sperry Top-siders

Change is Good

.... at least that's the story they keep telling me.  I had meetings all day with my new boss and new team and thought I should wear something "conservative".  I'll save my neon pink skirt and new elephant print shirt for next week.  They won't know what hit them :).

Hope you have a FABULOUS week-end!

J. Crew Feather Paisley Talitha Top
J. Crew Super 120s Navy Pencil Skirt
Navy Pumps via Off Broadway Shoes

PSA / Gap Review: Fitted Boyfried Popover Shirt

I just and I mean JUST received my Gap elephant print shirt and I had to send out some IRL photos and a review.  LOVE, LOVE this shirt!!

The current Gap promotion is 15% off with code GAPGIFT.  It looks like all sizes are available in the elephant and horse prints, but mostly sold out in the owl print.

The shirt is lightweight, but not at all sheer.  It is a great weight to wear alone now and as a layering piece when it gets cool (or cold for some of ya'all).  It has 2 pockets on the front, but they lay completely flat and don't seem like they would cause bulk under a sweater or cardi.  It fits TTS as I took my regular size small.

The background color is dark navy and the elephants are a pinky-beige with NEON PINK details.  The neon pink is my favorite part, but if you are not a fan, you might still like it as it really isn't "in your face" neon-y.  I plan to wear it with my J. Crew bright pink #2 pencil skirt, J. Crew bright pink chino shorts, and my Gap neon pink khakis.

Another cute detail that I don't know if you can tell in the pics is the grosgrain ribbon detail inside the collar and also inside the cuffs.  Very small, very subtle, but cute nonetheless.

What do you think of this Gap shirt?  Have you ordered this one or the owl or the horse prints?

The tag looks similar to the J. Crew shirts.
It's hard to see, but there is a small navy grosgrain ribbon running around the collar.

Detail of the elephant print with little neon pink highlights.
It makes me smile :).

Another Denim Shirt

I must confess - I have a denim shirt addiction.  They are just so darn comfortable, wash well, and can be worn with just about anything - work or week-end.  I picked this one up at the Polo/Ralph Lauren outlet this week-end.  $20!!

Ralph Lauren Denim Shirt
J. Crew Safari Cat Pencil Skirt
Guess Pumps

Happy Colors

Some days when my mood is gloomy, I dress gloomy.  Other days I do just the opposite in an effort to lift my spirits.  I had a super busy day today with no time to be down so I wore this outfit.  It definitely did the trick to put me in a happy mood :).  Hey, the price I paid for this skirt makes me happy too!

Do bright, cheerful colors make you happy?

J. Crew Shirt
J. Crew Garden Floral Pencil Skirt
J. Crew Necklace
Navy Pumps via Off Broadway Shoes