Memorial Day sales - what I bought

Figures that I would go to Sea NY for their Memorial Day sale and leave with something that was a new arrival and not part of their sale. You can find the dress I bought here. The sales girl was wearing it and it looked so good on her. Yes, I’m easily influenced. It’s a combo of classic with a twist of cool details — the buttons up the back and the puff sleeves. There were a few options on sale that I really liked, but I thought this dress was the most classic, versatile (I could wear this with a turtleneck and boots in the fall), and flattering. Plus, I love a puff sleeve. It also comes in a print pictured below, but it’s made in a different fabric. It’s on my wish list. The icing on the cake, they gave me a canvas bag with my purchase. It’s the little things that make me a loyal customer.

Here’s what I bought during J. Crew’s 40 percent off sale:

My friend Jenn is a stylist at J. Crew and she told me to pair the embroidered tee with the eyelet skirt because it looks like a dress. They had the mannequin in the window wearing the set and it does look like they were made to be worn together. I love sets because of the versatility. I would have never bought the tee, so thanks Jenn. She also recommended I get the Reed cable knit cotton sweater. Another item that I liked but wasn’t sure about but she had it in her wardrobe and said it’s perfect for a cool night or — in my case — a chilly office. The turtleneck is more of a mockneck if you were concerned. Sold. I’ve already worn it. The cropped striped sweater was a no brainer for me. It’s a classic and striped. I’ll have it forever and it will get a lot of use. It’s perfect. Again, another one to bring with me to combat the chilly air conditioner. I fell for the eyelet blazer immediately when i saw it. It’s great for work and the weekends, which is something I look for when i’m shopping. I imagined it with a white tee, jeans or a circle skirt, and sneakers. So easy. Finally, the skirt, which has pockets and a gold zipper up the back that some may not like, but I like it because it makes the skirt a little less sweet. You can click on the images to go directly to the product.

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Thanks for visiting.

If you bought anything you love and recommend, I’d love to know.