Jazzy J. Crew Sweaters for Glorious Girls

Whenever a friend or family member of mine looks especially stylish and preppy, I say "You look as if you walked out of a J. Crew magazine." J. Crew has long been regarded as a leader in the fashion industry, particularly among those who like to dress in a preppy or collegiate style. J. Crew offers a wide selection of articles of clothing for men, women, and kids. In this article, the J. Crew line of sweaters for young girls will be described and reviewed.

Girls' Cotton Sweaters

J. Crew has a number of beautiful sweaters that are made from the softest cotton. These are offered in two specific types: cardigans and jackets. The various styles of cardigans have such names as the Clear-button, the Stella, the Teacher's Pet, the Storytime, the Hopscotch, the Recital Ruffle, the Classroom, and the Tiered Ruffle. The Clear-button and the Stella cardigans are very versatile and could go well with casual or dressy attire. The Teacher's Pet style would be appropriate for casual wear while the Storytime, the Hopscotch, the Recital Ruffle, the Classroom, and the Tiered Ruffle designs could be worn with more dressy attire. The Hopscotch and Classroom cardigans feature silk habotai trim around various areas of the sweaters.

All of these cardigans come in a variety of soft and vivid colors, and most of the cardigans are available in sizes 2-12. A few of the styles can even be monogrammed for an additional fee of $10. The prices for each of these styles is as follows: Clear-button - $39.50, Stella - $42, Storytime - $44, Teachers' Pet - $44.50, Recital Ruffle - $49.50, Classroom - $54, Hopscotch - $55, and Tiered Ruffle - $58.

Two styles of cotton sweater-jackets are available for purchase from J. Crew. One is the Daydream sweater-jacket that is made from a cotton/acrylic blend in 12-gauge knit and has a double-breasted design, grosgrain trim at the neck and placket, a crew neck, long sleeves, and welt pockets. This particular clothing piece can be purchased for $65 in sizes 2-10.

The second cotton sweater-jacket is the Furry sweater-jacket. It is navy in color and was designed to be reminiscent of vintage British navy apparel. It has a removable faux fur color and light brass buttons and is made from cotton in a 12-gauge knit. Like the Daydream style, this sweater-jacket is double breasted and has a crew neck. In addition, this beautiful article of clothing has a button placket and 3/4 sleeves. This gorgeous piece retails for $118 and is available in sizes 2-12.

Girls' Cashmere Sweaters

J. Crew provides a splendid array of classy, colorful cashmere sweaters in the cardigan and pullover styles. The cardigans bear such names as the Pocket, the Pierrot, the Bloomin' Rosy, and the Kelly. All four of these cardigans are made from Italian cashmere in a 12-gauge knit and would go well with casual or dressy attire. These sweaters are offered in a luscious collection of colors, and most of the cardigans are available in sizes 2-12.

The Bloomin' Rosy cardigan is adorned with hand applied silk rosettes. The Pocket and Pierrot cardigans retail for $98 while the Bloomin' Rosy is priced at $128, and the Kelly costs $158.

If you are looking for a cashmere pullover for your darling daughter, J. Crew has the Ruffle pullover, the Sweatshirt, and the Cable Crewneck. All three of these are made from fine Italian cashmere, and while the Sweatshirt is more appropriate with casual wear, the Ruffle and the Cable Crewneck pullovers are versatile and can accompany either a casual or dressy ensemble.

All three pullover styles come in sizes 2-12, and two of the three are offered in a luxurious spectrum of hues. The Ruffle pullover costs $98 while the Sweatshirt is $128 and the Cable Crewneck $125.

Girls' Wool and Wool Blend Sweaters

J. Crew presents a lovely selection of wool and wool blend sweaters for girls: eight different cardigans, three pullovers, a vest, and a sweater-jacket. The cardigan designs include the Stripe Junior Varsity, the Sparkling Moon, the Pencil Ruffle, the Merino Swirl-Ruffle, the Sweet Pea Ruffle, the Moonbeam Paillette, the Sparkly Lodge Long, and the Merino Snow Leopard. The three pullovers are composed of the Wool-Cashmere Maisie Crewneck, the Maisie Crewneck, and the Sparkly Lodge. The Merino Cable Vest and the Sparkle Sequin Jacket complete this collection.

The Stripe Junior Varsity cardigan is made of a merino/nylon/cashmere blend, is available in sizes 2-5, and retails for $58. The Sparkling Moon sweater is composed of a wool/nylon/cashmere blend, has bright rhinestone buttons, comes in sizes 2-12, and costs $68.

The Pencil Ruffle design is woven from a super soft wool/nylon/cashmere blend, has chiffon on the front, and can be purchased for $68 in sizes 2-12.

The Merino Swirl-Ruffle cardigan is made from soft Merino wool in a 12-gauge knit, has sweet ruffles that frame the open front, and retails for $59.50 in sizes 2-8. The Sweet Pea Ruffle sweater consists of a cashmere/wool blend, has a silk ruffle on the placket, and can be bought for $65 in sizes 3-10.

The Moonbeam Paillette cardigan is created from J. Crew's Dream yarn (a merino/nylon/cashmere blend) in a 12-gauge knit, has hammered paillettes and silk chiffon lining in the front, and is available in sizes 6-7 for $118.

The Sparkly Lodge Long cardigan sweater is woven from a poly acrylic/superfine alpaca/lana merino wool blend, has been modeled after the Fair Isle style, has tiny glittery little beads sewn into the chest, and can be purchased for $128 in sizes 3-12.

The Merino Snow Leopard cardigan is made from merino wool, has sequin detailing within the leopard print and chiffon crinkle trim around the neckline and placket, and can be found in sizes 4-12 for the price of $158. All of these cardigans with the exception of the Stripe Junior Varsity would look great with jeans, skirts, or dresses.

The Wool-Cashmere Maisie Crewneck sweater is woven from wool in a 12-gauge knit, has a ruffle collar and hidden buttons on the shoulder, and can be purchased for $59.50 in sizes 4-7.

The Maisie Crewneck sweater is composed of Dream yarn (a merino/nylon/cashmere blend) in a 12-gauge knit, has a ruffle collar and hidden buttons on the shoulder, and can be yours for $59.50 in sizes 2-8.

The Sparkly Lodge popover as it is called was inspired by the famous Fair Isle style, is made from polyacrylic/superfine alpaca/lana merino wool, has beads sewn into the chest, and is available in sizes 3-12 for $88. All three of these pullovers would look wonderful with jeans, a skirt, or a dress.

The Merino Cable vest is extremely versatile and consists of merino wool in a 3-gauge knit. This article of clothing can be found in sizes 2-12 and is priced at $69.50.

The Sparkle Sequin Jacket is a definite party piece and provides an exquisite formal look. It is a wool/nylon/cashmere blend in a 12-gauge knit and is covered with hand-applied sequins of varying sizes. It is available in sizes 3-12 for $198.

Whether it is an athletic outing, school, a social gathering, or a formal party, J. Crew has a sweater to suit your daughter's needs. When you and your daughter decide to do some sweater shopping, visit their website at www.jcrew.com. You and your daughter will be glad that you did.