Every time I get a new issue of the J.Crew catalog in the mail, I immediately start ripping out pages, tacking them to my (extremely disorganized and messy) inspiration board in my office and then hit the web in search of budget-friendly items that will help me recreate those coveted looks on a real girl's budget. I'm all for shopping at J.Crew for sale items and special pieces but building an entire wardrobe from this pricey retailer isn't for everyone. So here are the top 5 spots I like to shop for J.Crew-esque clothes on the cheap!
1. J.Crew Factory (Vest, $98)
Not nearly the same quality, J.Crew factory clothes are made specifically for sale in outlet stores. However, the clothes often have a very similar look to their J.Crew counterparts. Hence, the look for less.
2. Merona at Target (Long sleeve dress, $30)
This in-house Target brand often has J.Crew dupes, from sailor stripe tees to pencil skirts for the office. Also check out their accessories, from shoes and handbags to jewelry with a preppy, polished vibe.
3. Old Navy (Pinstripe shirt, $26.94)
We often think of Old Navy as the budget Gap (not that the Gap is that expensive, but Old Navy is the cheaper sibling) but they're also a good place to find J.Crew lookalikes for less, from graphic tees (remember the French phrase ones?) to pants and more.
4. Worthington at JCPenney (Zip front skirt, $28)
If you can look past the polyester blouses and questionable styling, you'll find Worthington has many hidden and not-so-hidden fashion gems that are especially great for work. Think classic with a twist.
5. Lands' End (Camo pants, $69)
This all-American outfitter has clothes for the entire family that exude J.Crew's preppy/classic vibe. Again, it's all about the styling, so take your styling cues from the J.Crew catalog and buy your budget-friendly look-a-likes from Lands' End. The quality is there, too!
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Not nearly the same quality, J.Crew factory clothes are made specifically for sale in outlet stores. However, the clothes often have a very similar look to their J.Crew counterparts. Hence, the look for less.
2. Merona at Target (Long sleeve dress, $30)
This in-house Target brand often has J.Crew dupes, from sailor stripe tees to pencil skirts for the office. Also check out their accessories, from shoes and handbags to jewelry with a preppy, polished vibe.
3. Old Navy (Pinstripe shirt, $26.94)
We often think of Old Navy as the budget Gap (not that the Gap is that expensive, but Old Navy is the cheaper sibling) but they're also a good place to find J.Crew lookalikes for less, from graphic tees (remember the French phrase ones?) to pants and more.
4. Worthington at JCPenney (Zip front skirt, $28)
If you can look past the polyester blouses and questionable styling, you'll find Worthington has many hidden and not-so-hidden fashion gems that are especially great for work. Think classic with a twist.
5. Lands' End (Camo pants, $69)
This all-American outfitter has clothes for the entire family that exude J.Crew's preppy/classic vibe. Again, it's all about the styling, so take your styling cues from the J.Crew catalog and buy your budget-friendly look-a-likes from Lands' End. The quality is there, too!
See more:
5 sites like J.Crew for jewelry
Mel
http://girlandthepolkadot.blogspot.com/
Glad I found your blog!
I'd love if you checked out mine sometime
XO,
Emily