Let’s face facts, it’s hard to spend a good two or three hours shopping at the mall these days. The demands of home and office don’t allow any woman leisure time to look at styles or try on the latest trends. With Chadwick’s and it’s sister company , Jessica London, all that can change. You can order sleek suits, or just jeans and a tee via the internet or over the phone. It’s not only easy and fun, but you can do it whenever you have a chance.
Chadwick’s is primarily known for its’ office wear. There is a plethora of suits, skirts, twin sets and button down blouses to choose from. Not only that, but the styles vary from ultra conservative (think chic politician) to the hip (think the creative office worker who’s an artist on the weekends). The best part is that you can mix and match several different pieces. Buy a blazer and then get two pairs of pants, one in the blazer’s color , another in a complimentary color for different looks. Also there is a discount when you buy two slacks of the same style. Another look is pants with a button down shirt. For this, get the company’s Signature pants (similar to what’s seen in Victoria’s Secret and The Limited) at $34.00 with the $19.00 princess seamed stretch shirt for a casual yet dressy office look. The Signature pants have another plus. They’re guaranteed to make the wearer look like she’s dropped ten pounds overnight. This is due to the fly being located in the seam of the pants as opposed to the front, giving off a slenderizing look. For a really classy look, think about Chadwick’s merino wool slacks that are now going for $39.00 (buy another pair and save ten bucks off the order). These come in all proportions from tall to petite along with larger misses sizes. They also come in a range of dark solids , tweeds and plaids and look good with the company’s ribbed twin set. This last is actually a sleeveless turtleneck with a long sweater jacket.
Not to be outdone are the skirt sections at both Chadwick and Jessica London which offers plus sizing (both companies share the same catalog). You can find everything from tailored to casual. A good buy is the boot length A line skirt that comes in plaids and solids. It’s a steal at $34.00 because you can use it seven days a week. Pair it with Chadwick’s silk blend turtleneck or belted cardigan with cami for a look that can go from Sunday get together to Monday morning meaning. For plus sizes try Jessica London’s plaid wrap skirt for only $44.00. It comes in three delicious fall shades and looks good with the velvet trimmed twin set. Both companies offer casual weekend skirts in denim and moleskin a variety of colors and prices. Again these come in handy for the Saturday afternoon bridal shower or Sunday in the city brunch. Team them up with Chadwick’ s funnel or square neck sweaters for a look that works just right on a casual Friday.
Good news for fans of the company. The holiday catalog has just dropped (although you can also view it on the web as well).It’s chocked full of yummy evening wear and holiday outfits. The evening dresses are perfect for all kinds of holiday dos, especially the lavish company dinner. (or ball in some cases). The gowns are Oscar night glamorous but with everyday pricing (plus $20.00 off if you order from this particular catalog). A good buy is the tasteful black wool crepe dress with the pearl trimmed neckline and detachable brooch for $99. 00. It’s so sophisticated in that Audrey Hepburn “Breakfast at Tiffany’s ” way. It’s a definite must buy if you have to attend lot of cocktail parties. There is also the very pretty teal flocked velvet frock for only $129.00 and can be worn well into the Spring. Chadwick’s gowns range from $99 to $129.00 and cater to different tastes and sizes. A lot of the longer dresses come in petite that is unusual because even department stores don’t carry eveningwear for smaller women. If you’re looking for something that will carry you from the office to the office party, consider Chadwick’s lush velvet blazers and camisoles. Paired with wool palazzo pants and you have a great day to evening outfit. The blazer is affordable -only $59.00, and also can be worn with jeans and a tee shirt for a glam rock look after the holidays. Chadwick’s website also offers the RSVP collection which is not seen in any of the catalogs. This line features a small selection of fancy evening wear starting at $49.00 and going up to $129.00 . It has some interesting pieces like the bubble hem party dress, and the silver lace bustier as well as the tie front party dress. Another good thing about Chadwick’s is that you can find party shoes and jewelry both in the catalog and online to complete the look. Jessica London has a separate web catalog (don’t ask why) that features lovely gowns for full figured women such as the illusion lace cocktail dress for $89.00 and a hot looking lattice work bodice gown that come with matching shawl for $109.00
The two divisions aren’t all business and party clothes. They do have some comfortable and durable weekend gear as well. Both offer comfortable hoodie lounge sets in velour and corduroy. The velour sets come in eight colors and you can also buy matching sneakers to finish off the look. For a really good buy invest in the stretch tees which come in ten solid colors and two striped multis. These are great with jeans or even sweats and if you buy two or more the price drops from $16.00 to $12.00. These are durable , withstanding both color and shape washing after washing. Another good buy is the moleskin shirt, really a steal for $19.00. This is sturdy enough to double as a jacket when the temps get higher .Chadwick’s also has five pocket stonewash jeans for only $29.00 along with delicately embroidered ones for ten dollars more at $39.00. You can also buy matching jeans jackets in a variety of styles and prices. For fancier weekend occasions think about the leather or moleskin (imitation suede) jeans. The first is a whopping 63% off and are being sold for $17.00 while the moleskin are an affordable $29.00.
Chadwick’s and Jessica London offer a department store variety of coats, jackets and fake fur vests. You can pick up a good , durable wool coat for $99.00 right now in any style or color. The company has also expanded to fake fur, including a full length mink on sale for $149.
The company also has a good line of accessories. There are a wide selection of boots, pumps, sandals and sneakers for everyone’s tastes The best part is that they are geared to go with any outfit you might team up, from evening satin pumps to go with your palazzo pants to croc pumps that would finish off any suit. Prices range from $24 for simple ankle boots to $89.00 for rich knee high suede and leather boots. Sizes range from 5 to 10 with some styles including half sizes as well. You can also buy matching bags here too to match the shoes in an array of styles and colors. Chadwick’s also has a jewelry section and the prices aren’t bad. You can pick up smoky quartz or jade earrings for $69.00 or pastel hued multi stoned pin for as low as $19.00. There are a lot of choices that work well with any outfit, be it casual, business or formal.
Almost any catalog being dropped now has a variety of discounts. You ‘ll receive anywhere from twenty to up to thirty percent off which comes in handy if you’re ordering a lot of items. Shipping and handling charges depend on the money amount that you order. You can also get express which comes in three to four business days or super fast which has a two day delivery time. The first costs $7.00 extra while the other costs $18.00 plus regular shipping and handling charges.
Chadwick’s and Jessica London are the perfect places to shop if you can’t get to your local mall. You can sit at your desk or in your easy chair and shop til the cows come home. The best part is getting department store quality and variety at your fingertips.
