topic Re: J Jill-Where's Spring??? in Fashion

J Jill-Where's Spring???

ECBG — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 21:49:36 GMT

I went to J Jill today to return an order, and the entire collection was dark!

The collection had a lot of dark teal which is a fall color.

There were a few muted colors around but nothing that was "uplifting".

When is the last time you went, /OR are you finding pretty spring collections yet?

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

Shanus — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 23:44:15 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
I went to J Jill today to return an order, and the entire collection was dark!

The collection had a lot of dark teal which is a fall color.
There were a few muted colors around but nothing that was "uplifting".

When is the last time you went, /OR are you finding pretty spring collections yet?

@ECBG I was in the mall this week and was more than disappointed. One of my favorite stores is showing all nudes and flesh tones and khaki. What's up with that? I'm all for neutrals, but other offerings?

Was this J Jill's spring collection or maybe they haven't been able to receive it yet.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

NYCLatinaMe — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 00:01:45 GMT

@ECBG I would think you can take a look at their website and see their offerings. They are using the word "garden," but not spring, so I suppose it's possible they are waiting for shipments of their spring merchandise.

I don't get their emails, but I would think that would tell you whether this is what they are marketing for spring.

I see a lot of blues and greens, sprinkling of rose and neutrals, floral pattterns. The garments are short sleeves, tanks, and 3/4 sleeves with some long sleeves.

So I guess it depens on what you like.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

ECBG — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 00:04:57 GMT

@Shanus wrote:

@ECBG wrote:
I went to J Jill today to return an order, and the entire collection was dark!

The collection had a lot of dark teal which is a fall color.
There were a few muted colors around but nothing that was "uplifting".

When is the last time you went, /OR are you finding pretty spring collections yet?
@ECBG I was in the mall this week and was more than disappointed. One of my favorite stores is showing all nudes and flesh tones and khaki. What's up with that? I'm all for neutrals, but other offerings?

Was this J Jill's spring collection or maybe they haven't been able to receive it yet.

@Shanus

Neutrals themselves are one of the big trends this season. Personally, I think most ladies will pick up some basics and follow color. No one wants to be seen as "beige". How (cough) exciting!!!

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

queendiva — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 00:12:57 GMT

I have been in some stores, including j.jill- just looking (as usual) at the spring clothes.

I have not looked at a single price tag as the "fashions" are no better than what I have been living in all year. Uninspired styles, drab colors.

It's still literally freezing here, so not even tempted to inventory what's in my closet, let alone purchase new. By the time it's warm enough for lighter weight clothes I should be down at least one size anyway. Covid weight, be gone!

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

Trinity11 — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 00:44:42 GMT

When I am out and about where I live in a New York suburb, everyone wears neutrals, beiges and mostly black. No matter the season, that is what I see. When I go into the city, everyone has always stuck to neutrals and beige/ivory is quite popular. As far as color, I will never forget the time I went into New York with a pink suit on back in the 90's. I felt so out of place, as everyone wears black, navy or beige.

I have a fondness for dark teal and it is everywhere for the Spring. Take a walk through Bloomingdales or Saks and you will see what I mean...

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

queendiva — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 00:54:29 GMT

Where I live in the northeast US, spring is maybe two weeks long most years- if we're lucky- then right on into the hot & humid. Not worth having a spring wardrobe, except maybe for new sneakers.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

Katcat1 — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 02:41:31 GMT

@ECBG I believe online they are bringing in more spring. Three JJill stores around my area have closed.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

Shanus — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 13:58:16 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
@Shanus wrote:

@ECBG wrote:
I went to J Jill today to return an order, and the entire collection was dark!

The collection had a lot of dark teal which is a fall color.
There were a few muted colors around but nothing that was "uplifting".

When is the last time you went, /OR are you finding pretty spring collections yet?
@ECBG I was in the mall this week and was more than disappointed. One of my favorite stores is showing all nudes and flesh tones and khaki. What's up with that? I'm all for neutrals, but other offerings?

Was this J Jill's spring collection or maybe they haven't been able to receive it yet.
@Shanus

Neutrals themselves are one of the big trends this season. Personally, I think most ladies will pick up some basics and follow color. No one wants to be seen as "beige". How (cough) exciting!!!

@ECBG Uh cough (gag) here , too. I may as well wear white and call it a day. They did have a shade light enough for me, but I'm way passed the tight bodysuit and tank top stage. Off white jackets that remind me of a safari look? If stores want to sell and stay in business (those that are left), they better get on the stick with some attractive merchandise, right?

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

ECBG — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 14:01:06 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@ECBG wrote:
@Shanus wrote:

@ECBG wrote:
I went to J Jill today to return an order, and the entire collection was dark!

The collection had a lot of dark teal which is a fall color.
There were a few muted colors around but nothing that was "uplifting".

When is the last time you went, /OR are you finding pretty spring collections yet?
@ECBG I was in the mall this week and was more than disappointed. One of my favorite stores is showing all nudes and flesh tones and khaki. What's up with that? I'm all for neutrals, but other offerings?

Was this J Jill's spring collection or maybe they haven't been able to receive it yet.
@Shanus

Neutrals themselves are one of the big trends this season. Personally, I think most ladies will pick up some basics and follow color. No one wants to be seen as "beige". How (cough) exciting!!!
@ECBG Uh cough (gag) here , too. I may as well wear white and call it a day. They did have a shade light enough for me, but I'm way passed the tight bodysuit and tank top stage. Off white jackets that remind me of a safari look? If stores want to sell and stay in business (those that are left), they better get on the stick with some attractive merchandise, right?

@Shanus

Isn't that the truth!

I hope you have sun. We do right now, in an hour, we'll see.........

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

Shanus — Sat, 20 Mar 2021 14:19:03 GMT

@ECBG Gorgeous, but cool weekend here. Waiting for hair to dry (air dry) and then headed out to hit some stores to window shop (inside). I'm so frustrated!!

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

ECBG — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 00:56:12 GMT

@Shanus

Did you find any goodies while you were out?

I worked today. Same old same old. Pull up your mask please ("Where have you been and not seen the news or heard a radio???). It is what it is. I think we have reached the apathetic faze.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

Shanus — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 11:44:57 GMT

@ECBG wrote:
@Shanus

Did you find any goodies while you were out?

I worked today. Same old same old. Pull up your mask please ("Where have you been and not seen the news or heard a radio???). It is what it is. I think we have reached the apathetic faze.

@ECBG Mask up, but mall quite crowed and difficult to remain distanced. I'm thinking many folks feel safe with others vaccinated although most aren't yet.

The good "picks" were difficult to find. I also found the prices, even with a sale, to be higher than expected. With businesses having difficulties, I thought raising prices for similar items they had last season was crazy.

I did find my NYDJ at Nord. Rack in wheat....pale tan at a great price. BR had a white cotton sweater w/ neck on the sale rack + additional % off and another 10% off at checkout because sleeve was a bit soiled...a quick spot clean at home solved the issue. I also found another off white wool sweater 40% off that I'll put away for next year. I was disappointed I didn't find more lightweight tops. I had to have a blouse ordered because my size not in stock...a linen blend grey and white narow vertical stripe. That should be in this week.

With amny dressing rooms closed, I brought thing home to try on here. I'd rather make a trip back for returns.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

Shanus — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 11:58:09 GMT

@ECBG I forget to say, the tees/shirts I did see with "spring" colors had muddy, muted colorations...not for my complextion...no true colors and weird sleeves that hit at the armpits like a bat...not for me either. I guess if these are the offerings, will be wearing what I have from last spring. They certainly didn't get much use then LOL

Oh, have a good week, if we don't meet up here again.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

ECBG — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:36:35 GMT

@Shanus

Our spring was out when I went in yesterday. Quite nice.

Soft white, pink, baby blue, navy, with a touch of mint, a touch of leopard.

This is quite a "special" group. I've seen both groups, and I think this one is the prettiest and most bright.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

Shanus — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 12:50:22 GMT

@ECBG Where are you working? if we have that store, I'll have to go check it out. Must have missed that one.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

ECBG — Tue, 23 Mar 2021 00:13:32 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@ECBG Where are you working? if we have that store, I'll have to go check it out. Must have missed that one.

@Shanus. I work at the Talbots Outlet. I have the most amazing people there!

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

GinaV24 — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 21:11:05 GMT

@Trinity11 I never got into the wearing all black look, although I have plenty of black slacks. I usually opted for navy for office wear, but I had this blouse that was all kinds of bright colors that I would wear with my suit. I did laugh at the reaction I got from different people but I enjoyed it.

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

ECBG — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 21:25:54 GMT

@Katcat1 wrote:
@ECBG I believe online they are bringing in more spring. Three JJill stores around my area have closed.

@Katcat1

Thank you! I'll look!

Re: J Jill-Where's Spring???

tansy — Mon, 22 Mar 2021 22:56:02 GMT

My teal print t-shirt and light olive barn jacket arrived today from J Jill. I am pleased with the items and will wear both in the spring or fall 🤷‍♀️