recent j.crew additions (polka dot blazer!)

With my Chippmunk winnings, I choose to get a giftcard from J.Crew so that I could finally purchase this blazer that I've been eyeing up for months now. It was originally $190, then reduced down to $130, and with an additionally 30% off, it came down to around $90. When Caroline informed me that it was so far reduced, I made the choice to buy it outright with my money because my giftcard hadn't arrived yet, and I was scared that my size would sell out. A few days after I ordered it, my giftcard came in the mail, but when I went to go re-order, the only size sold out was my own. Caroline urged me to call customer service to see if they can change the method of payment on my original order, which I didn't know you could do, but they were so accommodating and changed it right away.

It came today and I'M SO HAPPY. I ordered it in a 12. My navy schoolboy blazer is a 10 Tall, but this linen blazer didn't come in tall sizes so I sized up. It fits great off the hanger - the sleeves are short on me, but I wear my blazer sleeves rolled up so that isn't a problem. The fabric is thicker than I expected (in a good way). I'm so excited to wear it once school starts. I was scared it was going to sell out right away when it first came out (because come on, look at it!) but I'm glad I waited to get it for half of the original price. Most sizes are still availalbe for purchase if you are interested!

As I was perusing the sale section, this tee caught my attention. I figured I may as well try it out - it was on sale for $20. It's also a linen material, light weight but sturdy. One can never have too many striped tees, right?

^and as you can see, packing is going really really well.....