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April Enchanted Collection by J.Crew

The J. Crew catalog for April, 2010, featuring spring fashion.

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Great Styling, Not So Great Collection

Apr 9, 2010

by KSUStyleGuru
posted in College Fashionista

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My first thought when checking out J. Crew's April Enchanted collection was," Wow, great photography." Notice, I did not say, " Wow, great clothes." While J.Crew is known for their classic staples, I can't help but wonder who would look chic in these basic clothes unless they were stick-thin like the models on the website. Without the awesome styling, superb photography, and great model poses, what is left for the April Echanted Collection? Black skinny pants, v-neck tees, a fedora hat, and some fringe boots. Well, we've all seen that before.

I will say that the fringe boots WERE cute, (if I didn't already own a few pairs) and the bandeau top looked chic (loving the ruffles), but that's no money maker. Plus, the clothes seemed to be all in musty gray-ish tones. By April, I'm ready to trade in for some color!

Overall I'm giving J-Crew a +2.

For spring style advice, be sure to check out www.collegefashionista.com/author/kent!

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Sammy_Luterbach April 10, 2010

I agree that the styling rocks, and I think there is something to be said for that. J.Crew sells great quality basics that can be worn for years and years to come. With the styling in their catalogues, you can get cool ideas on how to make the clothing relevant for the season! Give J.Crew a try! I bet you'll be pleasantly surprised :)

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amylevin April 10, 2010

Actually SUPER SUPER impressed with the styling. Loving the boho flower child look they were going for :)

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Quick Tip by amylevin. April 06, 2010

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Also JCrew's collection is focusing on the pastel color palette for spring. Think floral garden!

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