Revamped: JCP

When you hear of the store JCPenny, what do you think of? 

I've got a feeling many people think old, boring, outdated, unfashionable, cheap.  

Many do know that they have updated their look and prices at the beginning of the year to create a better store to keep up with the market and other big department stores.  They have a nice catalogue, prices are reasonable, everything in the store isn't marked down to create a better price point, and they have amazing collaborations.  Plus if there is something that I think I might not wear that much but really want to try the trend (like these half sneaker half wedge shoes), the price is reasonable and I wont feel super guilty spending the money. 

I stopped in the store the other day to buy the pair of shoes (that are reasonably priced and fashionable!) I stumbled upon the accessories where they have items by Vivienne Tam, Lulu Guinness, Betsey Johnson, and Jenny Packham!  These are super great holiday gifts (because again... good prices and fashionable).  I died when I saw all the London inspired Lulu Guinness items!!  

Jenny Packham Eyeglass Case

Betseyville Crossbody Bag

Lulu Lipstick Case

Double Happiness Tablet Case 

These are totally friend worthy holiday gifts! Or even if you have that weird white elephant "I'm going to a Christmas party with a bunch of girls I don't really know what kind of gift to bring" gift.  

Plus, JCPenny has great collaborations in clothing and shoes! 

JCP is definitely a place to add to your list next time you go shopping. 

Wish List: Stolen Girlfriends Club

I usually avoid opening e-mails from clothing stores because it usually results in me wanting something really badly and trust me, this wish list is never empty. However, I opened one from Urban Outfitters the other day and looked at their International Brands.  Stolen Girlfriends Club really stuck out to me because of their Fuzzy Cardi! 

I checked out their website and found a lot of other cool items and learnt a little about the brand.  I think its really neat that three surfer boys who have no design background started Stolen Girlfriends Club.  They obviously found their calling because their men's and women's clothing is pretty fantastic. 

1. Fuzzy Cardi

2. Hands on Belt

3. Sheer Bell Crew Dress

4. Solid Gold Bow Ring

You can also visit their collab with Urban right here! 

*BREAKING NEWS*

This just in:

Nordstrom will carry Topshop starting September 10

Why this is good:

1. Topshop and Nordstrom are on the top of my favorite stores list

2. There are 14 Nordstrom stores carrying the British brand which is highly more than the 3 US Topshop stores

3. Where will it stop? Does this pave the way for other high street stores to do the same?  How would you like to visit one department store and shop for Topshop, H&M, Urban Outfitters, and more?  Sounds like a good plan to me :)

via Topshop.com

Why this is bad:

1. The closest Nordstrom to carry Topshop (at this time) is Oakbrook, IL.  The closest Topshop is Chicago, IL.  Basically, for me, I have to go to Chicago to buy Topshop clothing via store anyways.

2. Read #1(basically, there are no really bad problems with this!)

Check out Topshops latest collection, Made in Britain here. 

And here is a list of the Nordstrom shops that will carry Topshop:

Ala Moana (Honolulu, HI) 
Barton Creek Square (Austin, TX)
Burlington (Burlington, MA)
Chandler Fashion Center (Chandler, AZ)
Dadeland Mall (Miami, FL)
Garden State Plaza (Paramus, NJ)
Irvine Spectrum Center (Irvine, CA)
Oakbrook Center (Oakbrook, IL)
Phipps Plaza (Atlanta, GA)
The Plaza at King of Prussia (King of Prussia, PA)
San Francisco Centre (San Francisco, CA)*
South Coast Plaza (Costa Mesa, CA)*
Southcenter (Tukwila, WA)
Valley Fair (San Jose, CA)