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If you’re like me, and tend to wear black, grays, white and maybe a bit of dark brown all the time… a good way to add color to your wardrobe is with a coat. There are some nice purple tones out there this Fall…
This one from Ann Taylor Loft has military styling and comes in eggplant.
Ann Taylor Loft Melton Wool Military Coat, $188.
This one from J. Crew has a nice stand up collar and comes in dark plum. The wool fabric is from Italy, so you know it’ll be really nice quality.
J. Crew Double Cloth Bonbon Coat, $325.
Here’s an update on the classic peacoat, in cabernet.
DKNY Notch Collar Peacoat, $139.
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I saw this coat the other day at a J. Crew store, wow, it’s super nice! As it should be for $425!
J. Crew Collection Trudie Herringbone Coat
The color is a lovely oatmeal (it is also available in olive) and the wool blend (wool/nylon in a twill weave) fabric has nice drapey feel, not stiff and un-moving like many wool coat fabrics can be. I’m sure it helps that the fabric is made in Italy. The funnel collar gives it some interest (most coats have your standard notch collar). The inside has a big tag that says “J. Crew Collection” and a metal chain for hanging it on a hook. It certainly looks to be a step up from the regular J. Crew, and deserved of the “Collection” label.
They have a similar coat that is part of the regular collection, it has the same cut but is made in a different fabric. Double-Cloth Bonbon Coat, $325. This one comes in six colors (rainforest green, warm taupe, sea salt, spicy russet, dark plum and black)! The fabric is also Italian, a wool/polyamide blend. This is also a nice coat, but the fabric doesn’t have the wonderful drapey quality, it’s more stiff. The textured fabric of the Collection version also gives it a certain richness that this one doesn’t have. (Go see it in person, you’ll see that I mean!)
If you’re in the market for a new Winter coat this year, they’re both really nice choices.
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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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Last season flat oxfords were all the rage, with the likes of Sienna Miller wearing them with everything from little skirts to skinny jeans.
It’s no wonder that they’d come around again with heels.
Here are J. Crew’s Langford Platform High Heel Oxfords, $275. They’ve got a 3-3/4″ heel with a 3/8″ platform. They’re made in Italy too!
Cole Haan’s version has Nike Air technology built in for extra comfort. Cole Haan Air Violet Oxford Pump, $298. They have 3-1/2″ heels.
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J. Crew is having a Labor Day Sale now through Sep. 6. They’ve added new styles to the sale selection and some items are over 50% off! All sales are final though, so shop carefully…
Here are a few of 3 Bond Street’s picks from the sale:
Tailored Linen Maybelle Jacket, Regular $158, Sale $49.99.
Bootcut Jeans in White Denim, Regular $98, Sale $39.99.
Cotton Arabelle Dress, Regular $128, Sale $69.99.
Ruffled Carly Dress, Regular $98, Sale $39.99.
Crystal Trinity Ring, Regular $45, Sale $29.99.
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Among J. Crew’s new arrivals are this beautiful French Lace Camisole, made with real hand finished lace from France. It is a rather shocking $695! It is part of the more expensive J. Crew Collection.
Here are some options for getting the lacey look for less:
Marc by Marc Jacobs Bronte Lace Top, $398.
Free People Lace Camisole, $48
Casual Couture Lace Tiered Camisole, Regular $108, sale $39.99
Shopstyle has tons more options here. Just remember, lace should be worn judiciously so it doesn’t look too boudoir.
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It happens every year, August rolls around and suddenly all the magazine are all about Fall! Fall is probably the most important season for fashion so it’s good to start thinking about it early perhaps.
People’s Style Watch August Issue is featuring 15 Hot Fall Trends.
Here they are (and with each, an option suggested by Three Bond Street):
1. Military
Juicy Couture Skylar Military Jacket, $298.
2. Minimalist Makeup
Chanel Dunes Quadra Eye Shadow, $56
3. Velvet
Velvet Dress by Vince, sale $113
4. Lace-Up Booties
Christian Louboutin Mamanouk Lace-up Booties, sale $588
5. Camel
DKNY Belted Trench Coat, sale $149.99
6. Punk Pearls
J. Crew Braided Chain and Pearl Necklace, $118
7. Vibrant Eye Shadow
Chanel Murano Quadra Eye Shadow, $56
8. Full Minis
J. Crew Cotton Pimm Skirt, sale $49.50
9. Smoky Brown Eyes
Dior 5-Colour Designer All-In-One Artistry Palette – Amber Design, $58
10. Gray
Bruno Magli Platform Pumps, $355 (we mentioned these the other day, love!)
11. Double-Breasted Jackets
Elizabeth and James Double Breasted Blazer, sale $276.50
12. Dark Lips
Dolce & Gabbana Classic Cream Lipstick in Dahlia, $30
13. Flawless Skin
Prescriptives Flawless Skin Makeup, $39.50
14. Clogs
Coach Rana Clogs, $188
15. Messenger Bags
Linea Pelle Perry Small Studded Messenger Bag, $325
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Now that we’re in August, it’s a great time to think about things you can wear now as well as into the Fall. A tailored pair of shorts can be a great alternative to a skirt, and you can wear them with bare legs now and with tights well into the Fall and even Winter!
Here’s a good option: J. Crew Wool Tuxedo Shorts, $88
Wear now with bare legs, ballet flats and a cute top. And as the weather gets colder, wear with tights, booties and a sweater!
These are another good option: J. Crew Super 120s Pinstripe Short, $88
120s wool is super fine, so it’s truly an all-season fabric.
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J. Crew’s August catalog is featuring a gorgeous photo shoot in the Arizona desert and rock canyons. This photo below with the fabulous Minnie pant in wool was photographed in the Antelope Canyon.
They’ve updated the Minnie pant for Fall with a 2-way stretch wool/lycra fabric. They’re $98 and come in 5 colors: cobblestone, henna, black, heathered charcoal and parsley.
Also of note is that they’ve finally done heels over 4″ high! Yay! J. Crew, in the past, has tended to stick with lower heels generally between 3 and 4″, which is just not high enough for some of us heel lovers! Below is the Coddington Suede Platform Pump, $228. It has a 4-1/8″ heel with a 3/4″ platform. They are made in Italy too!
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J. Crew has added more items to their final sale! Also, you can get free shipping on orders over $150 with code VACATION at checkout.
Here’s a sampling of the great deals:
Shirred Racerback Gown, sale $34.99, regular $78. This is a casual viscose knit but has the elegance of the Greek goddess look, and what a deal!
Denim Cut-Off Shorts, sale $39.99, regular $79.50. These can be rolled up or worn long with the frayed hems showing.
Sweeping Ruffles Shirt, sale $59.99, regular $98. A crisp, white cotton button down with a twist, or should I say a ruffle?
