Dressing Room Diaries- Bright Color For 2024 From J. Jill
I’ve read that bright and strong colors will be trending at the start of the new year and i had no trouble finding lots of it. This is never a surprise because we could all use a pick-me-up during the grayest months. Color is a great tool for boosting our mood so here are some bright color for 2024 from J. Jill.
If you’re new here, welcome. A dressing room diary is when I go into a local store for a try-on session to see what’s new and show you how it looks on a woman over 25. For reference, I’m 5’4″ and weigh around 145 lbs. I have broad shoulders with straight hips, a long torso, and long arms. I often buy one size larger on top. You’ll see me try on clothes in colors and shapes that may or may not flatter me because I want you to see what’s in the stores and get some styling ideas. I tell you what sizes I’m styling to help you understand how things run.
J. Jill has streamlined its sizing so that every style is available as regular in sizes XS-4X. Petite and tall are still available in popular styles, and all sizes are priced similarly.
I’m wearing my own jeans and booties throughout. This bright orange sweater caught my attention the moment I walked in the door. It’s a lightweight cotton blend that’s nice and cozy but not heavy. I love it’s soft, drapey cowl neck. It also comes in a stunning cornflower blue that has my name all over it. It’s thin enough to half tuck in front or wear out over your pants.
This brilliant emerald sweater has a split neckline and all-over garter stitch knit which makes it very soft, drapey, and pliable. It’s also a cotton blend and has flattering raglan shaping. The low hip length would be most flattering with a slimmer leg. This also comes in navy blue which looks quite subdued.
There’s nothing quite as cheery as bright yellow. This striped top is super soft and cozy with a large collar that you can adjust up in the back for some “attitude”. It also comes in solid bright sapphire blue or navy and cream stripe. I topped it with this reversable poncho in shades of lemon and porchini. Ponchos offer great coverage for milder temperatures and this one is a cotton blend which makes it wearable for many seasons.
I love this striped tunic top in shades of navy and ivory. It’s a soft viscose/cotton blend that feel substantial but lightweight. It has slight dropped shoulders or it would have come home with me. I’m wearing it with this hooded anorak jacket in “red clover”. The weight is perfect for mild winters or spring time and it has an inner drawstring at the waist to snug up and give some shaping. It’s a water-repellent fabric and convenient hood for wind and rain.
Bright pink, yes please. This fun fuchsia tunic is a great burst of color for any outfit. I love it with my dark denim but it will be equally fun over white jeans or black trousers. It’s slightly oversized so you could sized down for a slimmer fit. I paired it with this blue, patch pocket cardigan.
I’m begining to see many more brightly colored pieces on line from J. Jill which should be hitting the stores soon.
MORE BRIGHT COLOR FOR 2024 FROM J. JILL
DRD were exceptional today. Loved that red clover jacket. Sure makes a gray day pop. Our weather her is gray a d rainy. This would pop it up a whole lot.
Thanks for modeling some really nice wearable and casual clothes! The bright colors are great this time of year. I especially like the Anorak jacket with the striped shirt. The texture of the green sweater is fun and would be especially nice for St. Patrick’s Day.
Jennifer, what a great way to move into 2024, the colors are gorgeous! Unfortunately I stay in the safe zone, white and black tops, jeans mostly, maybe a bit of pink.once and awhile..I just can’t do color. But I do like the anorak…all the tops look so good on you…….Happy New Year
Happy New Year!
Love the bright colors! The orange sweater is very flattering on you. I may have to give it a try. Thanks for sharing!
Love the stripes and the Red Clover anorak on you. The bold contrast and the cinched waist are such a fresh look!
I know you shy away from bright colours but that orange and the green look fabulous on you!! Love following your site, thank you for your realistic commentary and content!
Cheers Rhonda
I love JJill especially for pants because they normally fit great, no hemming needed with petite. Thank you for the updates.
I love bright colors! How about leggings instead of jeans?
So long as your top is long enough!
I love the bright colors for this time of year. I especially liked the striped top. We have a J Jill here and I love to look but I have trouble finding things to fit in petite. All my life I’ve wanted to open a true petite store!!
They do carry everything in petite which is what I’m showing.
J Jill doesn’t fit me correctly, no matter what size I buy. I am a Chicos girl!
I’m heading to Chicos next!
Orange is my FAVORITE color and J. Jill is my FAVORITE store!