A couple of weeks ago I placed a rather large order at J. Crew because of their unbelievable extra 50% off winter clearance items. I mostly picked up sweaters that ended up all being around $20-$30 a piece, including this sequined fair isle sweater. Unfortunately for me, J. Crew now seems to be sending each item from your order in its own separate package. (I suppose because they are shipped from different locations.) So last Wednesday I had five packages at my door awaiting me when I got home for work. This was enough to give my husband a mild heart attack!
I'm not sure where I read this, but prior to Christmas I read an article saying that retailers were heavily discounting sweaters and coats because of the mild winter this season. Even though some fairly sizable storms have hit the east coast, it seems like these winter items are still being deeply discounted, because, despite the frigid temps and blizzards, retailers are still plowing through the season and making way for spring styles. Here in Los Angles, it's obviously much more mild weather wise than back east and I probably really don't need any more sweaters, but I love cold weather sales and bargains. How I could I resist?
Sweater: J. Crew
Skirt: Zara
Bag: J. Crew "Edie" in hyacinth
Shoes: J. Crew "Valentina" pumps
Sunglasses: Prada
Necklace: J. Crew Factory
Bag Charm: Etsy
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Love, love, love this outfit--and, oh!, that sweater is divine! You crack me up with the Rum Raisin. I get a name in my head for something that I decide I like better than the real name, and it's a wrap.
ReplyDeleteThanks Regina! I am the same way. Once something gets stuck in my head, it's hard to get it out!
DeleteI agree, Rum Raisin is much better than Oatmeal Raisin! :-) The sweater is great! And I LOVE the bag!
ReplyDeleteThanks Andrea! Perhaps J. Crew should take my advice on naming colors and styles! ;)
DeleteThis outfit is so chic! Love your glasses <3
ReplyDelete-Blaze Ann
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Thank you! These are definitely one of my favorite pairs of sunglasses as I wear them all the time!
DeleteLove the color of the bag!
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Thank you! Purple is my favorite color and I especially love this lighter lilac color.
DeleteLove the colors in this sweater and they match the bag so well! This would be a great addition to the Fashionably Employed link up!
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Jen
Thanks for stopping by and giving me an invite to your link up. I would love to take part in it!
DeleteSo cute! And I love the title :) The skirt is also amazing, the pleats are just so fun. Great look.
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Thanks! I intended to wear this skirt mostly for spring/summer, but it works great for winter too!
DeleteWhat a fun day to show up to lots of packages on your doorstep! I love that sweater and my vote goes to rum raisin too :) Mostly because it makes me think of ice cream, which always makes me happy. :)
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Ice cream makes me happy too and is another reason to love the name! Regarding the packages, they make for a fun day for me, but not so much for my husband. :)
DeleteYour mind sounds like it works a lot like mine does. I'm constantly having to explain to my husband my train of thoughts as what I'm saying isn't as random as it seems hahaha. I also love that your husband freaks out at the sight of a pile of packages, much like mine does LOL. Love this outfit and I am forever going to see that sweater featured in your blogs and think Rum Raisin. Becuase you are right, rum is way better than oatmeal! Hope you are having a wonderful week so far gorgeous girl! XO -Kim
ReplyDeleteGreat minds think alike! My husband is also always mystified by my train of thought and the numerous packages that are frequently on the doorstep! I hope you are also having a wonderful week Kim!
DeleteLovely sweater and yes this winter has been super mild compared to most, so I can see why stores are trying to get rid of them. Cute look Katie!
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I had never heard of the term rum raisin or that TV show you mentioned. That darling sweater is a steal though and I love it with the lilac bag and matching Pom charm. I ordered several thing at Nordstrom.com and they were shipped individually so I told them to ship them all to my local store and I went and picked them up there. It was convenient and this way my husband didn't get a heart attack lol.
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