Posts with tag jcpenney

On runways and sidewalks in stylish cities around the globe, we've seen one trend appear over and over -- the statement necklace. It adorns the necks of women wearing haute couture gowns as well as regular ladies just heading out to grab a bite to eat. And they always look expensive.

"Recession, what's that?," is undoubtedly what JC Penney is trying to say with the announcement of a second major collaboration that its in the process of dropping on the heads of the masses.

Suffice it to say, everyone -- for the most part-- is sustaining themselves on some level of brokeness right now. As a result, the likelihood of one dropping more than forty bucks on a cute knit top or equally covetable accessory is slim to none in our current economic down turn. Luckily, there's Target's Go International collections for a smart and affordable quick sartorial pick-me-up.

And now, it appears JC Penney may be the next go-to destination for stylish women on a budget as well:

Charlotte Ronson, the downtown cool girl who designs whimsical tops and bottoms in her free time, has been recruited by JC Penney to bring her laid back aesthetic to its junior's department. The collection which is being dubbed I [Heart] Ronson will consist of everything from $15 for layering T-shirts and tanks to $26 to $44 for blouses, sweaters and jeans to $40 to $65 for dresses and jackets.

Sweet and cheap. Just how we like it! Expect all of the designs to begin rolling into JC Penney stores next February.

[via WWD]

You will find any excuse to wear versatile dress in stretchy matte jersey. Have a morning wedding to attend? This dress is perfect! Sunday morning croquet? Add mint juleps and a big floppy hat and you're good to go. Another day at the office? Perk it up with polka dots! Super fun, super cute, and super affordable.

$39.99 at J.C. Penney

There was a time in our childhood when we thought beads were for grandmas and hippies, but happily, that time has long since passed. We love mixing up lots of different beads for an eclectic, boho look, but we also love the idea of wearing just a really beautiful pair of beaded earrings.

When you think of tweed, your mind probably automatically goes to jackets and skirts -- at least, that's how we work. But there are other ways to incorporate this fall trend into your wardrobe without wearing anything remotely suit-like; for instance, how about with a brilliant bag?

Try this American Living 'City Chic' Dome Satchel, which is currently on sale for just $39.99 at J.C. Penney. It'll work with a plethora of outfits, from casual weekend wear to office appropriate. Here's how:

Trying to figure out how to fill that wide, deep-v neckline? You're going to need a great necklace, and while you could go with something long, maybe with a fabulous pendant, we'd like to switch it up a bit and wear a funky bib necklace, like this Mixed Metal Coil Bib Necklace.

A couple of weeks ago we filled you in on a new bra entering the market -- Warner's Elements of BlissWire bra. Well, our friends at Warner's provided us with a sample to try out so we could see for ourselves whether the Elements of BlissWire bra was truly a new level of comfort. We've had a chance to wear it around, and we've made our decision.

What are your requirements for the perfect, everyday bra? Sure, we love to imagine ourselves prancing around in fancy, lacy push-up bras all day, but the fact of the matter is that for daily activities, we need comfort. We need to not be poked by an underwire, and our bra hold things in place, but in a natural way. Oh, but we still need to have a fabulous, sexy shape. Of course.

As you undoubtedly know, it's tough to find the perfect everyday bra, but, fingers crossed, we might have found it -- Warner's is launching their new Elements of Bliss bra starting tomorrow!

As we've said a million times, the easiest way to wear a trend is to wear it as an accessory. You might not be completely comfortable wearing an entirely yellow outfit, but you might like a bright yellow purse. Or, if you're digging the safari trend but don't want to look like you just got back from one, the right belt or hat can give you the look you want without quite as much commitment.

Oh, you precocious advertising companies -- always trying to push the limit with your racy print ads and TV spots. The latest blow-up over some scandalous marketing gone awry surrounds a fake ad for JC Penney. A production company called Epoch Films created a fictitious TV commercial (above), which features two teenagers putting their clothes on as fast as they can. You find out later that they've been practicing getting dressed quickly so as not to get caught having sex in the house. Saucy!

Bright patent clutches are a must this summer, but not everyone can afford the hefty price tag that comes along with some of the designer versions. Plus, when you're getting something in a fabulously bright color, it would be nice to have it in a variety of colors to work with lots of different outfits.

Apparently, Dockers is tired of being limited to golf courses and the wardrobes of men over 40. They desperately want to figure out buck their pleated image and target a younger generation of khaki pant-wearing types. Rather than making cool, younger-looking designs, their idea is to change the tone of their advertising. That should work, right? Since we just buy whatever advertisers tell us to. We say: good luck with that.

The latest piece of Dockers' strategy to have Dockers enthusiasts -- if there is such a thing -- make their own Dockers commercial. We've got a suggestion, how about Dockers tries to make a lineup of clothes that's worth making a homemade commercial about? Seriously, if Dockers wants to target a younger generation, they need to go with some styles that could possibly be sold at stores that young people shop at -- rather than Sears and JCPenney.

[via Jezebel]

It's no secret that J.C. Penney wants to be like Macy's.

And since J.C. Penney can't tap celebrities like Usher, Mariah Carey, and Carlos Santana to promote its adult-centered store merchandise, they've aimed their targets at a more impressionable audience. That's right, people. We're talking about the bright young things.

Translation: The tweens, teens, and young adults alike.

It doesn't really seem possible that JCPenney could already be discounting their brand new American Living clothing line. American Living -- a collaborative effort between JCP and Ralph Lauren -- has only been available for a week or so. You might remember those 50 commercials that JCPenny jammed down your throat throughout the course of Oscar night?

Anyhow, the sale is on, and one of the sweet deals is this lightweight, reversible jacket. I couldn't find a picture with the blue/green plaid side out and it's a shame. Plaid is pretty fashionable now, but this is more your 'prep school plaid' -- as opposed to 'lumberjack plaid.'

This jacket has a nice conservative look to it, but the plaid gives you something fun to work with -- it's basically a Ralph Lauren jacket. Plus, instead of a dorky Polo player, the insignia is a sweet eagle clutching an American flag in its killer talons. Colbert would be proud.

Buy for $69.99