3 years ago I spotted this sweater + shorts + sandals styled together on the pages of a J.Crew catalog... and immediately purchase all three items... and continue to wear them all together.
J.Crew styling gets it so right, and sometimes, it is just better to not mess up a good thang.
{ What I Wore: J.Crew sweater (this year's version), shorts (LOVE these), sandals (similar) // Matt & Nat purse // Spike the Punch necklace // Michael Kors watch } |
Looking at this outfit actually makes me realize that I am (slowly but surely) building a functional wardrobe - I bought quality items that I loved, and three years later the individual items are still relevant. With the addition of a statement necklace, and on trend watch, this outfit is lifted out of 2009 to 2012
Have you ever ordered an entire outfit from a styled page out of a catalog?
What are some items that have been long time residents in your closet but you still find "on trend" today?xx
What are some items that have been long time residents in your closet but you still find "on trend" today?xx
Jessica
P.S. I am trying to branch out, and joined the ASOS style competition... vote for my street style outfit here (I seriously appreciate every single vote!)
P.S. I am trying to branch out, and joined the ASOS style competition... vote for my street style outfit here (I seriously appreciate every single vote!)
OHMYGOSH i love those shorts!!! i've never bought a WHOLE outfit out of a catalog (i've certainly wanted to) - but i've definitely taken inspiration. you look so pretty!!
ReplyDeleteLove this, Jessica, and it definitely was a good investment! Back when I had a "real job" I would occasionally buy entire outfits either from a magazine or store display. These days not so much, but I definitely try to re-create. Most of my long-term residents that are still stylist tend to be staple classic pieces, like cardigans and cashmere sweaters. I do have a few trendy things that I'm so glad I didn't get rid of years ago, like a pair of white slacks and polka dot blouse, as they're back with a vengeance this spring!
ReplyDeleteSO perfect. I love the entire look! Especially the sandals.
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Super cute! Really like the shorts. I was just over at 'The Other Side of Gray' (http://othersideofgray.blogspot.com/) & Annie was just talking about J.Crew styling too! They are pretty good! I've bought an outfit off of the mannequin in a store, but not from a catalog. I definitely drool & take inspiration though.
ReplyDeleteYou look great, I love this outfit but then again I love J.Crew and find that their clothes do stay relevant over the years and seasons. I've never purchased an entire outfit; I typically use the catalog as a style guide and try to recreate the look for less.
ReplyDeletethose shorts are to die for! how great!
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Oooh I LOVE this outfit! J. Crew seriously knows what they're doing. I have those sandals in the camel color and I still wear them too :)
ReplyDeleteAnnie
The Other Side of Gray
Cute necklace!
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I love those shorts, talk about fun! Love the necklace too!
ReplyDeletexo, Yi-chia
I've never bought and entire outfit, but I'm glad each piece has lasted you a long time. I love when I invest in a something and it's still in my rotation now.
ReplyDeleteSuper cute as always! :) And I have done the same thing... sometimes if you love it, it just makes it easy! And then you can still easily incorporate the pieces into your wardrobe! Express usually gets me with their sequins and bright colors!
ReplyDeletelove this!! i need to remember to wear sweaters/or long sleeve shirts with shorts! so cute!
ReplyDeleteI agree, why mess up a good thing?! Adorable :)
ReplyDeleteBrooke @ what2wear, Monikabrooke.blogspot.com
I love jcrew! adorable outfit!
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http://seventwentysomethings.blogspot.com/
Such a cute look! Loving all the pieces!!
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Giovanna
www.oliveandanarrow.com
I've never bought a whole outfit out of a catalogue or on a manniquin! Your look is fabulous. That necklace is great!
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Wait, l actually really love those shorts and need them. congrats! I'll definitely vote!
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I love the color palette of this outfit, it was a great idea to buy the whole outfit. It's a great emsemble. I use to work at a clothing store and they would let me style the mannequins from time to time, I loved it when someone would purchase the whole outfit I would beam with pride.
ReplyDeleteI love it when I buy items that I actually want to wear 3 years later! It's such an accomplishment! Love this outfit, and the addition of the necklace is perfect!
ReplyDeleteAhh, could those printed shorts be any cuter?! And I want that Spike the Punch necklace badly but I got tired of stalking their shop.
ReplyDelete-Sharon
The Tiny Heart
Thanks lady... I guess I stumbled upon the Spike the Punch Etsy shop before the major craze broke out, because when I ordered this necklace last fall, her shop was totally stocked, and there wasn't a wait... probably the only thing in my entire life I have found out about before everyone else! haha
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Thank you - and I agree, I pat myself on the back when I manage to incorporate functional items, that I wear for years!
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haha - I love it! I too worked at a clothing store, but my mannequin styling must not have been very impressive... explains why I have to buy pre-styled looks!
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Thanks lady! You are too sweet to vote for me
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Thank you!
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Thanks Giovanna!
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J.Crew definitely has my heart - love them! Thank you Sara
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haha EXACTLY!
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Thank you. The mornings and evenings still have a slight chill in the air, so it is nice to wear long sleeves, and just push them up during the heat of the day!
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Thank you! Yes, lately Express has had the best glitzy skirts, and styling!
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That is because you are so creative, and see the magic in a plain baseball tee :)
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Thank you Yi-chia!
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Um, I will give that an AMEN! Sandal twinks!
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Thank you Kelsey!
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Yes I agree, J.Crew manages to have on trend clothes, but they are of high quality and remain important pieces in my closet for years!
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haha so funny - I love the small world when I blog about something, and then see that it is on someone else's mind too!
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Thanks lady!
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Oh the dream of having a "real job" after grad school! Investing in cashmere and classic staples are never a bad idea. You are so ahead of the wave with your polka dot blouse - I would wear that always, even if it wasn't "in"
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I have those shorts and LOVE them! J Crew seriously has the best fitting shorts ever! Going to vote for you now :)
ReplyDeleteAmanda
It's an Easy Life
Thank you! You are too sweet Molly
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those shorts are FAB!
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Some days I feel like I've literally walked out of the JCrew or Gap catalog -- it's amazing (but makes sense) how all the items just work perfectly. Love those shorts!
ReplyDelete-Ashley
whatisatwist.blogspot.com
Still hoping to catch a Spike the Punch necklace!!
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I've actually never bought a whole outfit out of a catalog! But I do love me some Jcrew! I rarely go clothes shopping and even more rarely stay "on trend" so I find that my style tends to be pretty basic with some pretty pieces here and there. i wear mostly corduroy pants and khakis.
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Very cute outfit, dear! Loving how you made it a 2012 outfit even though it's a few years old. I definitely know the feeling :) fashionistas on a budget, for sure!
ReplyDeletexo, elle from Living in Color.
oh now, you are fantastic at styling! I bet your mannequins looked top notch, I would buy a complete outfit from you <3
ReplyDeleteLOVE your shorts! SO cute!
ReplyDeleteStyle in the City
Thanks lady!
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Thank you!
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Thank goodness for those lovely J.Crew stylists! hehe
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I seriously cannot believe how popular they have become... but I love mine... so I guess I get it! Good luck!
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Thank you! Recessionista!
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love those short your outfit is so cute :)!!!!!!
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Yup, sometimes it's good not to mess up a good thang! Looove those shorts!
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Love the shorts & necklace :)
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I could not agree more with your assessment of J Crew styling! I do the same thing once in a while. Not all the time, or I'd be broke :)
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p.s. following you now!! yippee
ReplyDeletexx Love & Alohahttp://elisharon.blogspot.com
Hey love! I love love love this outfit. The shorts are super fun and so perfect for the summer. :) I hope you're having a fantastic long weekend!
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