Timeless cuts, quirky prints, Americana chic with an androgynous edge. Jenna Lyons has taken J. Crew’s boy-style insouciance, sprinkled it with sequins and made it the coolest thing since Abercrombie and Fitch was cool.
And you don’t have to hail from downtown NYC to appreciate Italian cashmere or impeccably tailored Ludlow Suiting, hallmarks of the J. Crew brand throughout its 20-year life span. See below for five picks that’ll see you though a Sydney summer and far beyond.
Metallic Leather Pencil Skirt – Leather isn’t just for jackets. This sky blue pencil skirt is perfectly ethereal and takes you straight from the office to the office Christmas party. You’d never guess just how tough it is.
Tipped Boy Shirt – The first lesson of Dressing Like Jenna Lyons 101 is to always borrow from the boys – but the second is to add your own spin. Shaping seams at the bust give J. Crew’s knife-sharp tailoring a feminine edge (and ensure he won’t get mad at you for raiding his wardrobe).
Jeweled Cluster Sweater – Don’t dream of hitting a holiday party without this chic jeweled sweater. There’s no better way to thrive in an aggressively air-conditioned bar than in soft Italian yarn, and the hand-applied bling is a godsend if you can’t be bothered with accessories.
Toothpick Jean in Chevron Bead – You have lots of brunch invites. Here’s the pair of super skinny jeans to go to them in. Embellished with bugle beads hand applied in a unique chevron design, pair with a denim shirt and you’re all set.
Embroidered Tunic – Just add Pimm’s. With sheer cotton and an exotic embroidery trim inspired by Moroccan tiles, this lightweight tunic is the ideal travel buddy for trips to the Côte d’Azur or to your local beachfront bar.
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| Metallic Leather Pencil Skirt | Tipped Boy Shirt | Jeweled Cluster Sweater |
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| Toothpick Jean in Chevron Bead | Embroidered Tunic |
