New Arrivals at J.Crew Factory

When J.Crew launched their factory website a few years back, I was thrilled. At first, the website was only open on the weekends, so I would have to wait until Saturday morning to get my fix. Now that the website is open 24/7 I

check the website a few times a week for sales and the like. For a while, I liked the clothing at the factory store better than the clothing at the actual store (I liked the prices better too!) You can snag up some really cute "old" (as in traditional) J.Crew pieces for great prices.

While perusing the factory website the other day, I found some great pieces that I just had to share with all of you. These items are perfect for spring, and have me wishing for warmer weather. I'm definitely going to keep my eye out for any sales or special promotions they have in the coming weeks, so that one or two of these items can make their way to my closet.

Paisley Shift Dress 

(I love this pattern. It was in the regular stores last spring. They sell a shirt and skirt too!)

Printed Tissue Scarf

(I have chino shorts in this same pattern, one of my favorite pairs! #anchorsaweigh)

Dotted Shapes Necklace

(You can never have enough navy!)

Lobster Crewneck Sweater

(My mom has this and it is super cute with white pants!)

Printed Chambray Pajama Shirt and Pants

(I've been looking for some classic pajamas for a while now. These lightweight printed ones might do the trick. Navy + anchors = love!)  

Polka-Dot Pintuck Top

(Perfect with shorts or under a suit set for a pop of color!)

Printed Seahorse Bikini Top and Bottom

(Snag this up for spring break!)

Neon Pink Printed Chino Short

(My J.Crew short collection is ridiculous. Regardless, these NEED to join the collection! I hope the restock my size soon!)

Need some outfit inspiration? Check out the Outfit Obsessions section of the factory website.

Two of my favorite "Outfit Obsessions" that are so "me!"

Do you like J.Crew factory? Are there any items that you are lusting over for spring?

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Stay Stylish. Stay Classy. Be Creative.

Emily

The FAIR-est Sweater of Them All

One of my favorite aspects of fall and winter fashion is layering and texture. I love to pair sweaters with buttons ups, socks with tights, and pick the perfect coat to layer over my outfit.

Sweaters and button ups are my one of my favorite combos, and while shopping this weekend in St. Louis, I noticed a fair (no pun intended) amount of fair isle sweaters on display.

Fair Isle sweaters are nothing new to the fashion world. The knitting technique originated in Scotland in the early 20th century. They have been worn by women and men alike over the past century, but all of a sudden they seem to have resurged in popularity.

I myself do not have a fair isle sweater in my closet, but I'm currently on the hunt. I would style mine over a denim button up with navy cords and bean boots, or wear it with a wool skirt and tights for more dressy events. 

Here's some fair isle style to get you inspired:

The whole family sports fair isle on Land's End's homepage

Sarah Vickers and company sport fair isle on her blog

Carly Heitlinger dons a sweater while out and about in NYC

Skiers wear fair isle in an old photo

Fair Isle on the runway a few seasons ago at Dolce & Gabbana

Here are some sweaters I'm currently coveting. Hopefully I can swipe one of these at a Cyber Monday sale. Who's with me?

Top Row (L-R)

Boden

Brooks Brothers

The Limited

Old Navy

Bottom Row (L-R)

Land's End

J.Crew

Forever 21

Talbots

Do you own a fair isle sweater? How do you style it?

Stay Stylish. Stay Classy. Be Creative.

Emily

BRIGHT White

Memorial Day has come and gone, and today is the last day of May. This means that most people are out of school, and summer has officially begun. It's time to dig into the back of your closet and dresser, and pull out those white summer staples that have been in storage all winter. Hurry! Labor Day will come faster than you think!

Dress

Watch

Shorts

Hat

Sandals

Necklace

Sunglasses

Purse

What are your "BRIGHT white" summer essentials? What will you be pulling out of the back of your closet, and what will you be scouting out to purchase? I'd love to hear!

Be Stylish. Be Classy. Be Creative.

Emily