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Last night I attended the J. Crew Fall/Holiday Shopping Event sponsored by American Express at J. Crew’s Fifth Avenue Store. It was very well attended, quite crowded in fact. There was a DJ set up towards the front of the store and bar set up in the back. There were also waiters coming around with silver trays of pomegranate cosmopolitans and canapés. The bar in back had Prosecco (Italian sparkling wine) and the cosmos also. I think there was also beer served.
Jenna Lyons (President & Creative Director), Marissa Webb (VP Women’s Design) and Frank Muytjens (VP Men’s Design) all spoke briefly. Jenna looked amazing in a mini dress with a utility jacket over it, black tights and sky high heels. Marissa was wearing the Sequin Sonnet Mini ($358) with some killer boots (also super high). (you can see their outfits if you link to the Fashionista post, I put a link at the end.)
My pictures didn’t turn out well at all, sorry about that…
Jenna (left), Marissa (right)
Frank
Everyone received a $25 gift card then upon leaving a gift bag. The bag contained the Studded Leather Pouch in Warm Brick ($68 value), a little paper guide called ‘Haute Pants – A Pocket Size Guide to our Favorite Pants for Fall’, and a silver box that had a 20% coupon for your next online purchase, when you use American Express.
You got 15% off any purchases during the evening also. And with a $150 purchase or more another gift. I didn’t actually buy anything though so I don’t know what that gift was.
All in all I thought it was a very nice event. Although I think it was a bit too crowded for good shopping.
Fashionista has a very good write-up of the event and photos here.
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Studded clog shoes and boots are very popular this Fall. You needn’t spend a fortune to get the look, for example the fabulous boots from Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent are a bit pricey at $375, but you can get a pair so similar that most people probably wouldn’t even notice the difference – from Banana Republic for $250. And if you take advantage of one of Banana’s frequent 25% off sales (like their current online event, with code: BREVENT25) you can get them for $187.50 which is half of the price of the Cynthia Vincent boots!
Twelfth St. by Cynthia Vincent ‘Wren’ Suede Clog Boots, $375
Banana Republic ‘Chandra’ Clog Boot, $250, sale $187.50. The current 25% off sale ends Oct. 12 at 11:59 pm. Use code BREVENT25 at checkout. It’s valid on purchases over $100.
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This organic cotton tote bag from Ralph Lauren features the iconic Big Pony in pink and 100% of the net proceeds from sales of the bag will be donated to the Pink Pony Fund to support cancer programs (for screening, early diagnosis, treatment and research).
I’m always carrying around an extra bag, so why not get one that’s cute and supports a good cause! And, it’s only $10 – a total win/win!
Ralph Lauren Pink Pony Organic Eco Tote, $10
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I’m a big fan of Fresh products, while a bit pricey, they are super high quality and all smell so wonderful! I don’t think I’ve ever tried a Fresh product that I didn’t like. They’ve come out with a great travel size skincare kit featuring their soy products. It makes it so easy to pack, just grab and go!
Soy Skincare Set, $38
It contains Soy Face Cleanser, Soy Face Exfoliant, Soy Face Serum and Soy Face Cream. They’re all packed in a sleek little white zippered case.
They’ve also come out with a travel size of their Citron de Vigne fragrance in a convenient roller ball format. This is great because fragrance is really difficult to travel with – - really, who hasn’t worried about their bottle breaking and having all your clothes perfume soaked!
Citron de Vigne Eau de Parfum Rollerball, $18.50. If you’re not familiar with this fragrance, it has top notes of neroli, bitter orange and pink grapefruit; middle notes of Fresh’s pinot noir accord, jasmine tea leaves and lemongrass; and base notes: patchouli, sandalwood and amber.
There’s a special offer available now through the end of the day 9/24… with a $100 purchase and code CITRON at checkout you get free travel sizes of Citron de Vigne shower & bath gel and body lotion!
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Army style and Utility jackets are all over the place this Fall. It’s a practical purchase also, because next season and next year it may not be ‘trendy’ but these jackets are really staples so you can wear them forever. It’s a pretty classic look.
Vince Cotton Utility Jacket, $395
Marc by Marc Jacobs Twill Military Jacket, $300
Michael Stars Johanna Military Jacket, $248
J. Crew Waxed Utility Jacket, $148
J. Crew FactoryBoyfriend Fatigue Jacket, $98
H&M Military Parka, $39.95
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The accessory du jour seems to be an iPad (from $499), so why not get a really cool case for it and make it super-fashionable?
Gucci has this iPad Case with Signature Web Detail, $230
Vuitton has one in the classic monogram. It is not available on their website yet, but it should be soon. It will be about $365.
This one is super affordable and has a slightly Gucci-esque look thanks to the webbing across he front. Acase Leather Flip Cover Case, $25.95. It is also more functional than just a sleeve since you can stand up the iPad like an easel with it.
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Starting today and for the following 2 Wednesdays theOutnet is offering limited quantities of Christian Louboutin shoes at discounted prices! You won’t want to miss this!
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Some evenings just call for a really tiny bag and Yves Saint Laurent has a perfect option… and at $355 it’s a reasonable way to get your Yves fix (you know, if you can’t afford those amazing $760 strappy sandals)
Yves Saint Laurent Patent Wristlet, $355
At 4″ by 5″, it’s the perfect tiny size for a night out. It also comes in black, ivory, red and pink.
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Shoe envy:
Christian Louboutin Rolando Python Pump, $1,195.
Solution:
Dolce Vita Beam Snakeskin Pump, $165
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Well, it’s finally here: Fashion’s Night Out in NYC and many other cities… So whetever you’re doing, have fun!
Chanel will premier their new nail colours at the SoHo store.
It’s a good purchase if you don’t want to spend a lot! You can also buy them online here, $25, if you’re not in New York!
If you do want to spend a lot, then Chanel’s Design Your Own Ballet Flat is brilliant (57th Street). It is my understanding that they’ll be around $695.