J.Crew Email: New Arrivals {we know!} ;)

J.Crew sent an email announcing their new arrivals in stores and online. I appreciate the effort, even though most of us already knew that information. {wink!}

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J.Crew November Catalog: Now Available To View!

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A big gigantic "thanks!" goes to 3-Penny-Princess who scanned the catalog for us to view. Also, a big "thanks" goes to Cleo26 who also scanned and sent me the images as well (including the mens & crewcuts). You two are amazing!!! :)

Quick Note: The *entire* catalog is now up- including Crewcuts and Men's. Again, I am very grateful for 3-Penny-Princess and Cleo26 who were so kind to share with us all! :)

"Thanks!" to Marietta, Kitchy7, LaDolceVita, and others who let us know that J.Crew stores will most likely have new arrivals on their shelves this Thursday and Friday. :)

Are there any pieces you are excited about in the new catalog? What items do you really like or dislike and why? :)

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J.Crew New Holiday Catalog... Coming Soon {yey!}

Covert5 was kind enough to sharewhat new items (both in the new catalog and in-stores) had to offer. The following is a portion of her comment (which can be found in its entirety in this this post) :

"Cover is metallic shoes/flats! Metallic colors are big with them--like the metallic skinny belts if you want to reference right away those are on the web. There are pumps inside in metallics.

I was at my store today--they had these new perfect fit tanks $29.50 (GREAT BEAUTIFUL COLORS!) with the darling chiffon rosettes on the shoulder (think rosette merino cardi) but my PS and I agreed you cannot wear them alone (for very much longer)and they DO NOT work under cardi based on the placement of the flowers. It's a bummer as they are DARN CUTE! They are in the new catalog and would be great for spring but I don't know about winter--they will sell but more for vacations and maybe right away weather as it is still so nice in many places. (I expect they will go on sale/promo...I mean I think they prob made a lot of them!)

There is a new rosette cardi that is SO PRETTY in heather acorn and heather chalk. Only saw in catalog.

Also IN STORE-DID NOT SEE IN CATALOG--some great tees with silk/satin rosettes and bows they are $49.50 and yes, it is a t-shirt. I caved with the 20% for one of them. ...

One of my fav items but it wasn't in the store was a new cardi with turn back cuffs that had two vintage buttons on the cuff and down the front-merino and $78! (Good starting price really.) OMG-this is SO going in my wardrobe! All these great colors!

Also-they are making the cashmere crewneck cardi to look like jackie in a RAINBOW of colors- GORGEOUS! But I am adding here that I am not sure it is all that different than before-something seems different but they lay out out all the gorgeous colors in the catalog and they do such a GREAT job of enticing:)

Some new colors in peacoat-heather charcoal, dark poppy, navy. Big wedding section-very pretty.

There's a long sleeve victoria ruffle shirt with ruffles on front but cuffs TDF--yet--not great colors-kinda plain stripes and couple solids-would have been great in fun colors IMO. But nice for work enviro. There's a fun pembridge dot pencil skirt in a ivory/gold metallic polka dot and black/gold dot that is fun and great for holidays.

There is a jacket called Maggie double serge--looks VERY cool/cute. Comes in deep yellow, camel, ivory, heather bright berry and black-gotta have it $250. You'll understand when you see it. They are showing a VERY cool bracelet with it and on the opposite page--really fun! $75-$95 depending on width.

Fun colors in a thicker tie-neck cardi-kind of dream fabric $148

Another cardi with bows around the neckline--very cute! $110

There is a new ruffle neck cami replacement for Eliz or lydia blouse that is GORGEOUS! I mean this is TDF ladies--you will LOVE IT! Comes in great colors $88 and one that is ivory with tiny black polka dots $98

Cashmere sweaters with 2 cute new things going on at the neck.

There is a new coat madeline $330 that is pretty darn cute--for those looking to buy a new coat--you might want to wait--there's a least 3 new ones maybe 4.

VELVET ECOLE in NEW COLORS--they brought out more people! Tawny olive, cobalt blue, dark fossil (charcoal), swt papaya, navy and black. ...

Let me add there is the token weird outfit here or there. The models look much happier and certainly less dreary stage than the past. A few new ones (to me anyway) The whole catalog is just brighter and happier:) ... "

In the same post, Anonymous at 4:05 PM shared with us the following about the new catalog:

"hello- I am an associate and have info on the new catalog. It is not a location catalog. We have it in store, but it is still in boxes in back and we are not allowed to display it yet. I think we are going to put it out on Wednesday, which is when our rollout is coming."

"Thanks!" to Covert5 for an excellent review! Also, "thanks!" to the J.Crew employee who let us know when to expect the new catalog and arrivals in stores. I am super excited and can't wait to get a copy of the catalog!

Are you excited about the new catalog? Will you be checking out the new arrivals in stores this week? :)

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Crewcuts: New Fall Arrivals...

J.Crew sent an email announcing that Crewcuts has new arrivals. {yey!} Those kids look so cute with their outfits! I would totally wear all four of those outfits (yes- even the boys!) ;)

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Some New Items Have Arrived At J.Crew.com!

"Thanks!" to The Konosur, Ashley, and others (in the "J.Crew Winter Coats: When To Buy?" post) who noticed that J.Crew updated their website with some new arrivals (and even pointed out a few new items which are listed below).

Although some of the new arrivals I am really excited about, there are a few that I am not so thrilled with (like the Herringbone Hayward Coat).

Some of the new additions include:

• Sean bag (Item 99785; $268.00)
• Herringbone Hayward coat (Item 96636, $495.00)
• Solid Annette blouse (Item 97581, $110.00)
• Leopard lawn Annette blouse (Item 96164, $78.00)
• Solid rollneck silk dress (Item 97908, $148.00)

Also, "thanks!" to Molly who pointed out (in this post) that J.Crew's website main page shows (in rotation with the video) the new Accessories Catalog (refer to "Article on J.Crew's New Accessory Catalog" post).What do you think of some of the new arrivals? Do you love them, or would you leave them? Do you like the new J.Crew Accessories Collection Catalog?

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J.Crew's Cardmembers Only: Early Access {wink!}

"Thanks!" to Blumre & Ashley who shared with us the email J.Crew sent their cardholders, notifying them of the new arrivals. Although J.Crew Aficionadas were already aware of that exciting news! {wink!}

The email's links are: Her | Him | Kids | Stores | Jcrew.com

Has J.Crew's website been functioning properly for you today? Is the website running smoothly or are their still a few glitches in the system? Have you ordered any items today?

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J.Crew Website Is Updated With New Arrivals

Finally! :) J.Crew updated its website: from the main page (offering a video from its Prague photo shoot), to the "Browse a catalog" section (showing the latest catalog), to new arrivals (in the men's, women's, and crewcuts' sections), to the "As Seen In" section (showing magazines from August, July and June), and to the "Final Sale" section.

I have to say it is great to see something different on almost all the pages. I am also surprised that J.Crew decided to update the site on a Sunday. Yet, I am thrilled that they did! :)

What are your thoughts on the new images of Prague? Do you like the new video? What are your thoughts on the new arrivals? Have you bought any new items already?

P.S. "Thanks!" to Anonymous at 5:56 AM in the "JCrew Catalog: Did You Get A Copy?" post who let us know when J.Crew's website was updated (which was 5:50 AM this morning). :)

P.S.S. "Thanks!" to Sarah & Anonymous at 11:29 AM (in this post) who let us know that the song in the Prague video is "Sunny Sunday" by Leona Naess.

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Will JCrew Online Be Updated With New Arrivals?

Update (as of 2PM): It does not seem like the website will show any new arrivals. It may happen next week like the personal shopper mentioned in the "Quick Note From A J.Crew Personal Shopper" post. I apologize for getting everyone's hopes up. :(

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"Thanks!" to J.Crew Guy In Canada who shared with us some new info that he received by his personal shopper: that J.Crew's new September styles should be up some time this morning (Aug 22nd) on their website.

This is fantastic news! First, brick & mortar stores are getting new styles on the sales floor (refer to "Quick Note From A J.Crew Personal Shopper" post) and now the website. I am very excited to check out the website this morning to see if there are new items. :)

Are you planning to check on the new September styles online? Are you planning to check them out in stores too? Are there any new items or styles that you are lusting for already?

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Quick Note From A J.Crew Personal Shopper

A personal shopper at J.Crew (also known as Anonymous at 5:10 PM in the "New Arrivals Online & New Sale Items" post) shared with us the following:

As a PS, I can tell you that our September goods arrived this morning and will hit the floor Thursday and Friday. They will be released via the catalogue and website next week, which is what they usually do. In the stores, markdowns are done either Tuesday night or Wednesday night. I don't know how it is done for direct. And yes, the habit JCrew has of having different promotional prices at stores and direct drives us nuts too.

First, I am always thrilled to hear from a J.Crew employee (so "thank you!" Anon at 5:10PM!) :) Second, I am delighted that the new merchandise will hit stores soon. Third, about the markdowns happening on Tuesday or Wednesday night- very cool to know! :)

What do you think about the latest Fall arrivals? Planning to stop by a store next week to see the new clothes? Have you already been eying some pieces (for those lucky few of you who have received the new catalog already)?

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New Arrivals Online & New Sale Items

I thought it was just me, but Anonymous at 6:29 PM (in the "Darlings, is it time for a J.Crew coupon code?" post) also thinks that J.Crew updated their site with some new items.

I also think I saw many more new items in the sale section (and many marked down in price) yesterday then I remember seeing the day before, Monday. {Of course, I think it's too bad those new sale items weren't available on Monday, when the 30% off promotion was still active. ;) }

P.S. "thanks!" to Anonymous at 12:12 AM in this post who let us know that (1) the September catalog will be arriving in a few days at J.Crew's stores and (2) stores are carrying some items not available online yet.

Are you seeing some new arrivals on the website? Are you excited about the new arrivals? Have you been noticing any new arrivals in stores?

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JCrew's Website is Updated

As many of you have pointed out, J.Crew's website has been updated! I for one am thrilled to see the new changes.

First, the main page (link here) shows various New Arrivals items on rotation. Second, the main pages per department (women|men|crewcuts) also feature their respective new arrivals. Third, the Sale section (link here) has been updated as well with many sale items being lowered in price. (Of course, I am still overly cautious about the website showing proper sale inventory and checking me out properly.)

Also, Naomi & Dawn mentioned in the "Darlings, is it time for a J.Crew coupon code?" that J.Crew was offering code FREESHIP on their website this morning (around 5-6AM EST) because the site was running slow. I am not sure if that offer still works (e.g. J.Crew took FREESHIP away) or not. But it's worth a try. :)

Are you excited about the update to the website? Are you excited that the Sale section has been updated as well?

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Sneak Peek: J.Crew Fall (Regular) Catalog

Seriously, this blog has the BEST members. Another enormous "thank you!" goes to Sky who shared with us some images of the regular catalog that is coming out this week as well. These items all look girlicious! I cannot wait to see them (let alone purchase them!)

UPDATE: Sky (who also rocks!) was even more generous by sharing seven additional images of the new catalog. I am thrilled with what I am seeing. :) After a couple of weeks, I am finally excited about J.Crew again. Again, Sky thank you so much!


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What items you are most looking forward to purchasing and which ones you are not going to? :) Are you planning to get a hard copy of the catalog (if you don't have one already)? Are you more excited by the items in the Look Book or in the Sneak Peek of the regular Fall catalog?

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J.Crew Fall Look Book is {finally} HERE!

An enormous "thank you!" goes to Megan G. who was kind enough to share with us the entire J. Crew Fall Look Book. I am so excited by many of the new items (and not so excited by some). I don't know where to begin! :)


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What items you are most looking forward to purchasing and which ones you are not going to? :) Are you planning to get a hard copy of the Look Book? Can you even get a copy of the Look Book?

P.S. Megan G. rocks!

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J.Crew's Fall Collection In Stores This Week!

J.Crew stores should be receiving some (if not all) of the Fall Collection this week. The J.Crew store in Westport, CT had cleared out their shelves on Friday of last week, to make room for the new items this week. I was also told by a store associate at the J.Crew in New Haven, CT that they are suppose to have the "new arrivals" on the floor by this Tuesday.

Therefore, it is safe to assume that all J.Crew stores this week, will be putting out their new "Fall Collection" for sale. :)

Have your local J.Crew stores been clearing out "space" for the new arrivals? Have you already seen some of the new Fall Collection at your stores? Do you think the website will display the new "Fall Collection" despite it still not functioning properly?

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Coming Soon to a J.Crew Near You: New Arrivals!

J.Crew sent this email, suggesting that new arrivals should be in-stores starting this Friday. The link for "online" is here and the link for "stores" is here. Neither link is informative. However, I do like the idea of seeing some new items in their B&M stores. :)

Are you excited by new arrivals hitting the store shelves soon? Do you think the "additional 25% off sale items" sale will end soon? Do you think more items will be on sale starting Friday (or less, because they will be shipped back to the main J.Crew warehouse)?

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Around the Corner: J.Crew's Fall Collection

I was at a J.Crew store today to return a blouse and I noticed that a LOT of new merchandise was being displayed already. I wasn't sure what to make of the new clothes: it wasn't pure "Fall"-wear but it definitely wasn't pure "Summer"-wear either. I guess it was a "Summer-Fall" combo. Anyways, there were lots of cute items in darker shades (e.g. flowy skirts in navy), but nothing looked like the clothes from the "Sneak Peek into J.Crew's Fall 2008 Collection" post.

Also, Beth let us know that she found out through a J.Crew representative, that the J.Crew Fall/August catalog will most likely be coming out around 7/26/08. She believes the new merchandise will be available online around 7/24/08 (if not earlier). She was also told by the customer representative that there might (yes, just a "possibility") be a fall preview online! How exciting would that be?!?

Are you looking forward to the new catalog? Would you be excited by a Fall Preview Online? Or do you think it is still too early to think about Fall? Let us know what you think. :)

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Sneak Peek into J.Crew's Fall 2008 Collection

Summer has barely started and already there is talk of the Fall Collection!

For example, I stopped by a J.Crew store this Wednesday and over heard one of the floor associates tell a customer that they are not planning to receive anymore Summer items as the next "shipment of clothes" is expected to be for their Fall collection.

Although most of you are probably not thinking about the Fall anytime soon, you may be curious to see what is going to come to your stores. :)

"Thanks!" to ccbmum who let us know, in the "Buy & Review: What did you get during the Sale?" post, about Glam Chic's Sneak Peek into J.Crew's Fall 2008 Collection. Here you will find several pictures with items from J.Crew's upcoming Men's and Women's lines.

I was also able to find FabSugar's Sneak Peek into J.Crew's Fall 2008 Collection. And in case you are interested, here is FabSugar's Sneak Peek into Madewell's Fall 2008 Collection. Both of these links show a few pictures of models wearing some of the pieces being offered in the Women's Fall Collection.

Are there any items that you like/ dislike so far? Are you excited about the Fall 2008 Collection (or planning to think about the Fall Collection when it is closer to Fall)?

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{Yey!} New arrivals are here!

As Lynn, Leigh, and others have pointed out in the "Love it or Leave it: the Whisper Lamé Tiered Skirt" post, J. Crew's New Arrivals are here.

You may have noticed that the J.Crew stores are already carrying the new items. I went to a J.Crew today (to return two of the three Dark Chambray Swing Skirts I bought) and saw several of the new arrivals on shelves and mannequins, ready to be sold!

The Domino jacquard cropped jacket (Item 94167) is not as nice in person as it is on-line. However, when it goes on sale (for significantly less) then it might definitely be "a buy". ;) The Salina patent-leather ballet flats (Item 95898) are actually very lovely in-person! Especially the flats in gray (although they don't seem to show that color as an option online, for now).

Of course, the best part about new arrivals is not just looking forward to what new and wonderful items J.Crew will be offering, but it is also that their sale section is going to be extra juicy in a couple of weeks (especially after this whole "final sale" blows over). :)

What items you are most looking forward to purchasing and which ones you are not going to? :)

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Yey! New arrivals are here!

As Jagjag2 and another visitor commented in another post, J. Crew's New Arrivals are here. I am taking Jagjag2's suggestion of creating its own post. So please feel free to discuss what items you are most looking forward to purchasing and which ones you are not going to. :)

Right now, I am loving the Lucienne gown (click here) despite its price tag (that prohibits me from ever really entertaining the thought of purchasing it). I also really like the Soleil d'Or jacket (click here), so much that I don't even mind that it is in Metallic Gold!

I see they have brought back more expensive (but beautiful) luggage pieces. Seriously, who is purchasing those? I mean, if I am spending $2,000 on a piece of luggage (which I would never) then LV better be stamped all over it.

Of course, the best part about new arrivals is not just looking forward to what new and wonderful items J.Crew will be offering, but it is also that their sale section is going to be juicy in a couple of weeks. :)

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