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I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again: My aunt is one of my biggest style inspirations. In my 29 years as her niece, I’ve never seen her looking anything short of pulled-together and ultra-chic, so it should come as no surprise when I tell you that it’s basically her job to help people find their personal style. She went into fashion merchandising and has since worked in everything from personal styling to buying. Almost everyone in our family goes to her for style advice, myself included. And now that we both work in fashion, I’m constantly texting her about everything from the coolest new trends to the items I’m considering buying.
I sat down with her to chat about the best J.Crew shopping. The retailer has recently shot up to the top of my list of go-to stores, and I’ve found more and more reasons to shop its chic and elevated staples, but I wanted to get my aunt’s take on what to buy there now. Despite the nearly 30 years between us, we picked out many of the same J.Crew items, which proves how versatile and ageless these finds really are.
Instead of keeping them to myself, I’m dishing on all the chic J.Crew shopping finds my aunt and I are losing our minds over now. Ahead are 42 perfect picks.
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Cashmere Shrunken V-Neck Sweater
$138
As I saw the outfit Olympia Gayot posted above, I immediately sent it to my aunt. Her V-neck sweater is simple but classic.
Faux Sherpa Barn Jacket
$138
$80
Cozy chic.
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Stevie Ankle Boots
$248
$140
Good ankle boots are surprisingly hard to come by, but these kitten heels feel especially wearable.
Anna October X J.Crew
Cashmere Off-the-Shoulder Sweater-Dress
$398
The draping, the maxi hemline, the asymmetric neckline—everything about this dress is pure elegance.
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Sculptural Orb Earrings
$50
$40
A touch of glamour to lend to everything from dresses to T-shirts.
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Maritime Tweed Lady Jacket
$268
My word for 2024 is elegant, so of course, this lady jacket is speaking to me.
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Point Sur Loose Straight Jean
$198
The only denim shape that matters to us right now.
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Classic Leather Belt
$50
When I peeked into my aunt’s J.Crew cart, there were several leather belts. I suggested starting with this classic pick.
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Off-the-Shoulder Long Sleeve Shirt
$80
The perfect layering base.
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Collection Wedge Pumps
$328
$165
The shape of these reminds me of Bottega Veneta.
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Oversized Cashmere Wrap
$198
Swaddling yourself in a luxe wrap is quite possibly the chicest style move you can make this winter.
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Round Cat-Eye Sunglasses
$80
Fact: everyone looks good in cat-eye sunglasses.
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Metallic Chainlink Necklace
$80
There’s something about chunky jewelry that makes casual outfits look elite.
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Etienne Shirt
Exhibit A.
Anna October x J.Crew
Side-Slit Dress
$398
Did someone say balletcore?
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Cropped Lady Jacket
$198
$130
Wear this as a shirt if you know what you’re doing.
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Edie Italian Leather Bag
$198
$150
This could easily pass for a $1500 designer find, but it’s on-sale for $150.
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New Icon Trench
$348
Every closet needs a classic beige trench coat, and that’s a fact.
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Field Sneakers
£118
On-trend without really trying.
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Classic Mariner Cloth Boatneck Tee
$50
Preppy stripes are the new It print.
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Croc-Embossed Leather Headband
$40
$40 is all that stands between you and the Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy style vibe.
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Slim-fit Tuxedo Vest
$90
$60
So crisp.
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Lower-Rise wide-Leg Jean
$148
I’m nudging my aunt to try out lower rises and these are a good stepping stone into the category.
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Double-Breasted Topcoat
$450
$225
Polished in seconds flat.
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Scoopneck A-Line Midi Dress
$98
A-line dresses were all over the spring 2024 runways. Tell a friend.
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Zoe Ballet Flats
$128
To wear with dresses, jeans, and skirts alike.
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Emilie Sweater Lady Jacket
$148
Proof that a pop of red goes a long way.
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Denim Maxi Skirt
$128
Lo
Anna October X J.Crew
Feather-Trim Strapless Top
$398
Is your jaw on the floor, too?
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Ridged Cuff Bracelet
$60
$30
The accessory I won’t shut up about.
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Cashmere Shrunken Cable-Knit Rollneck sweater
$178
$120
It’s giving “I summer in Montauk and winter in Aspen”.
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Giselle Sweater-Blazer
$158
$120
More elevated than a denim jacket but more relaxed than a blazer.
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Wide-Leg Essential Pant
$98
They’re called essential for a reason.
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Raglan Fitted-Waist Crewneck Sweater
$118
My aunt is all about sweaters that give a little shape.
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Garçon Classic Shirt
$98
$80
Striped shirts are the new plain white shirts.
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Sleeveless Shell Top
$80
$50
This reminds me of the silk tanks in Saint Laurent’s fall ’23 collection.
Anna October x J.Crew
Patchwork Skirt
$228
I can’t stop staring.
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Short-Sleeve Sweater-Polo
$90
Just look at that texture.
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Mini Sweater Skirt
$98
$65
Compliments are inevitable.
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Maisie Double-strap Heels
$268
$150
Wearing these with white ankle socks would be a very 2024 move.
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Sailor Denim Trouser
$158
I’ve never seen jeans look more polished.
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Cashmere Rollneck Sweater
$268
Easy but refined.
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