t.j. maxx

September 22, 2014

Basics with Bravado

Just in time for the start of a new season comes a fresh way to think about your wardrobe staples from Bonobos’ new sister label, AYR, available at Shopbop. The collection perfects classic silhouettes and styles such as the jacket and shirt )pictured above) with a sturdy focus on denim, to lend a bit of casual sophistication to your weekday, or weekend, uniform. Currently, Shopbop has 15 different styles from an edited selection of denim and cozy sweaters to cropped trousers and filmy blouses that will easily meld into your existing wardrobe.

Giving these pieces a bit of a personal punch comes through for me with statement-making accessories, from a brand new watch from La Mer Collections that I’ve very excited about, to some bold flats that cater to my whimsical print sense and practical nature of a shoe in a flat form.

What are you most excited to wear this fall?

December 6, 2013

Call Me Today from 9am-5pm EST at the T.J.Maxx & Marshalls Gift Hotline: 855-404-GIFT

by Julia DiNardo

[These super plush throw blankets were as low as $19.99 at T.J.Maxx!]

On Monday I announced the awesome gift hotline campaign that I’m doing with T.J.Maxx and Marshalls, and the day has finally come! Today, Friday December 6th from 9am-5pm I will be one of the featured operators amongst the style and gift experts answering calls to help callers find the perfect gift for someone on their list.

I hit the T.J.Maxx by my office yesterdday to gather inspiration, and ended up walking out with a bunch of great ideas, as well as items, that I’d love to share with you! Just call 855-404-GIFT (4438) anytime between 9am – 5pm EST, and we will be happy to help!

Also, follow along on twitter and Instagram as well via @tjmaxx @marshalls @fashionpulse and the hashtag #gifthotline!

[Himalayan Pink Salt and Balsamic Vinegar from Italy make a great gift!]

[How adorable are these heated, lavender-scented wraps?]

Full Disclosure: Fashion Pulse Daily/Julia DiNardo has received compensation for her participation in this campaign.

October 1, 2013

What Does Your Closet Say About You? T.J.MAXX Knows!

by Julia DiNardo

T.J.Maxx, without fail, has been one of my go-to shopping destinations for my ENTIRE LIFE. How many stores can you say that about? Not many, right? At a recent event with the brand, T.J.Maxx found fresh way to think about shopping, via its Six Degrees of Self-Expression Personas. With the aid of clinical psychologist and T.J.Maxx “Closetologist” Dr. Jennifer Baumgartner, the way that you shop, assemble, and organize your items says a lot about you, but have you ever taken the time to break it down and think about it? Right away, Dr. Baumgartner (Dr. B) affirmed that my diagnosis that I received via the super quick quiz was spot-on (take the quiz to find out yours, here), which surprised me, because after viewing the closets, I was sure that a different one was me! Just goes to show you that sometimes we need an outside perspective to truly know, and understand ourselves.

“I have always been fascinated by the psychology behind our fashion choices, which often times can lead to insights about our inner workings,” said Dr. Baumgartner. “Women want their wardrobe choices to be a true reflection of who they are, which is why they turn to places like T.J.Maxx to find those designer pieces at great prices that give them more possibilities to express their unique style.”

There were pieces, however from each of the closets that I’d love to own, and will scour my favorite store locations for it, and now, can shop online for them too! See below for each of the closets that represent different personas, and I’ve starred the one that was my diagnosis!

Devoted Dresser: You know what works and rock it! You’re decisive inside and outside of the closet.

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March 7, 2013

T.J. Maxx Has Got it Going on for Spring!

by Julia DiNardo

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From over 15,000 vendors in 60 countries, the odds are certainly in your favor of ending up with some fabulous finds at amazing prices at T.J.Maxx! But hey, I know I’m preaching to the choir, and you already know about the awesomeness that is T.J.Maxx, and I’ll bet you can easily recall a great item you recently got at a killer percentage off the retail price. I recently attended a T.J.Maxx event to laud the brand’s style scouts and some of the new great merchandise via the “Self-Expression Exhibit” that showed pictures of some fellow bloggers sporting hot trends for spring, juxtaposed with items in-store at T.J.Maxx that can be purchased to duplicate the trend.

Some of my favorites included color-blocked pastels, lace dresses, embellished tops, metallic sweaters, eyelet shorts, and over sized accessories from brands such as Cole Haan, Kenneth Cole, Rachel Roy, Erin by Erin Fetherston, and more. See above for a slideshow of my favorites, and write in the comments below what you hope to find at T.J.Maxx this spring!