From classic to on-trend, you can easily pair these options with black or khaki pants and skirts, and be ready for that big meeting today in a jiffy. Of note, when shopping for low maintenance blouses,  look for key words such as “no iron” or “iron free”  and “machine washable” in woven shirts, and for jersey knits, synthetic fiber are ACTUALLY your friend; they are more wrinkle-resistant than cotton and natural fibers, so can easily transition from the dryer to the your body.

Brooks Brothers Non-Iron Tailored Fit Simple Stripe Dress Shirt with DOW XLA™, $98.50

Brooks Brothers Three-Quarter Sleeve Stripe Camp Shirt, $98.50

Mossimo Womens Dolman Knit Top – Assorted Colors, $17.99

Steven Alan Boyfriend Shirt, $188

American Living Womens Shirt, Button Front, $30

Old Navy Bird-Print Charmeuse Blouse, $36.94

Ann Taylor LOFT Tie Collar Blouse, $49.50

-Julia DiNardo

American Living Cargo Jacket, $63.00

The cool, crisp fall days are beginning to call for some light layering. American Living’s latest fall styles, sold exclusively at JCPenney, are as practical as they are cute. While the collection includes dresses, skirts, pants and more, the outerwear is especially trendy. A classic cardigan will always come in handy when in the office or out at night. For a more edgy look, try a cropped motorcycle jacket or a utilitarian cargo jacket, both pictured here (and a few of our faves!). You don’t have to break the bank to look high fashion!

American Living Motorcycle Jacket, $54.00

-Alana Quagliariello

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American Living for JCPenney Holiday Preview

The American Living for JCPenney Holiday collection just hit stores, and has some terrific pieces that function for all occasions! I was loving the Navajo sweater, ruffled skirts, and frilly tops. There’s also a perfect assortment for men and children. Plus, at JCPenney, the price is always just right – items are already marked 30% off!

Payless Holiday Collection and Spring 2011 Preview

The designer assortment just keeps getting better and better, and for Spring 2011 there are a TON of great choices from both Payless’ designer (Lela Rose, Isabel Toledo, Christian Siriano) and other labels (Zoe & Zac, American Eagle, Dexter). Expect some great comfort technology, must-have styles, accessories, and even the expansion of beauty products. You can shop the holiday collection now, and I was lucky enough to get a pair of the amazing Isabel Toledo Bow Dress Shoes.

Avon Anew Platinum Luncheon

A lovely lunch at A Voce, Columbus Circle with the face of Avon Platinum, actress Jacqueline Bisset, was my intro to Avon’s Anew Platinum Serum and Night Cream. The product use Avon’s first-ever patented Paxillium Technology , in which you will see results after two weeks. Geared toward women 60 plus, working on deep wrinkles and promises to dramatically reduce the look of those pesky lines. Shop Avon to by both of these products together to save some money, and the line also plans to include eye and lip cream, cleanser, and day cream with SPF 25.

Dr. Martens NYC Store Opening

The middle school-er inside of me died and went to heaven once I stepped inside the brand new Dr. Martens Store at 148 Spring Street in SoHo last night. I remember saving my allowance for months to own a pair, eventually amassing a collection of eight pairs (now, only one from the original ‘collection’ remains). Back to the store: so many great styles to choose from, especially a selection that look nothing like the classic ’8-lace’ boots! I was loving the chunky heels, fleece lined, and fluero-hued varieties.

1. What I Wore: Made for a morning cup of coffee
2. Style Bakery: Made for doing it all
3. The Budget Babe: Made for shopping at the farmer’s market
4. Gala Darling: Made for enjoying the fresh air and sunshine
5. The Coveted: Made for riding my bike
6. Corporette: Made for a power play
7. StyleMom: Made for a play date
8. SecondCityStyle: Made for shopping in the city
9. College Fashion: Made for date night
10. Clutch22: Made for brunch with the girls

I had the pleasure of taking part in the American Living for JCPenney shoot, a campaign produced by Style Coalition and starring some of my favorite blogger buddies: Jennifer Davidson & Beth Herbst of Style Bakery, Carol Calacci of Second City Style, Dianna Baros of The Budget Babe, Gala Darling of GalaDarling.com, Jennine Tamm of The Coveted, Jessica Schroeder of What I Wore, Jordana Bruner of Clutch 22, Kat Griffin of Corporette, Zephyr Basine of CollegeFashion, and Nichelle Pace of StyleMom. I was a part of Jordana’s video — check out the behind the scenes video and stay tuned for the fabulous videos coming out next week! Each blogger shared her favorite NYC moments as part of the ‘Made For’ campaign.

Here are some fabulous behind the scenes photos from the shoot, taken by the lovely Jennine Jacob (hair and makeup by Jen Paelmo and Tara Drake).

I guess you could say I am on some sort of J.C. Penney kick, although I don’t remember the last time I actually went in one, especially since there none in Manhatan or in the vicinity. I came across these tops on their website, and was quite impressed with the styling and quality of the American Living Collection, the lower-priced Ralph Lauren brand exclusively for J.C.Penney.  If I would have plopped these into a “which top costs more” scenario with the regular RL brand, I bet it would have been difficult to decipher which top to choose as the more expensive version. See below for each top and its sale price.

American Living High-Neck Shirt with Tie , $26.99 (was $55)

American Living Oxford Cloth Shirt, $26.99 (was $55)

American Living Puff Sleeve Shirt $32.99 (was $50)

And, you can apply coupon code “JANSURV9″ for an extra 15% off! Add $7.95 for s&h.

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