This Spring/Summer 2013 J.Crew has solidified that we will have at least one of every piece in the StyleCartel closet. Tom Mora, Head of Women’s Design for J.Crew, continued his signature mix of quirky prints and sporty boy-meets-girl separates that have been seen on Zooey Deschanel, Lauren Conrad, and Michelle Obama. For spring, J. Crew took risks with baroque embellishments, bold floral prints-on-prints, and various neon colors splashed through tops, trimmings, and accessories. Most looks were highly successful but beware of when styling yourself as some of these prints might not translate from model to street as easily.
Themes – Wearability and affordability was key all while creating a cool modern collection filled with signature mixes of quirky prints and sporty boy-meets-girl separates
Colors – Spring time colors – Hot pinks, pale peaches, soft blues, citron, cobalt blue, crisp white, greens, sea foam, navy, cerulean and neons
Key Items – Pajama tops tucked into high-waisted trousers with white lacy detailing down the sides; green floral print trousers; a chambray button down tucked into a sequin pencil skirt and topped off with a color block baseball cap; a neon anorak thrown over a red-and-white cocktail dress
Prints/Patterns – Floral, polka dots, horizontal Maritime inspired stripes
Fabrics – Lace, cotton, chiffon, sheer, denim, chambray, canvas, and crepe de chine.
Accessories – Cap toe pumps, floral printed pumps, stacked bracelets, leather ankle-strap pumps, neon and printed envelope clutches, cross body shoulder bags, geek glasses, statement jeweled earrings
Swag – J.Crew is for every woman! Pieces from the collection can be dressed up with a chic top or dressed down with a pair of light wash matchstick jeans. J.Crew’s ability to remain an approachable and affordable brand has made many of their unique pieces, through various seasons… MUST HAVES!
