Juicy in New Jersey

It was actually thanks to my boyfriend, Keenan, that I finally got to visit the incredible Juicy flagship store on 5th Avenue in Manhattan. That's actually very funny to me, because he's not exactly the most supportive person when it comes to my Juicy "habit". I planned on spending my 25% off friends and family coupon (how amazing is that!?) in the Paramus store while I was at home for Halloween. But since he wanted to stay in his town, he coerced me into using it at the new store when we got back to the city on Sunday. Very smart of him!

I apologize in advance for not having pictures to post. I wasn't sure what their rules were for using cameras in the store, plus I wasn't really into the idea of being "that freak". Maybe next time I'll sum up the courage! All I can say is that if you are a true Juicy fan, you HAVE to try and visit this store yourself because it is the ultimate experience for a Juicy girl.

After a short subway ride, I arrived at the store on 52nd St and 5th Avenue. It was located right across the street from a Salvatore Ferragamo store, among the best of the best of Manhattan's famous 5th avenue. The outside was astounding- a huge, gold, Juicy Couture sign with glass windows so you could see everything going on inside. I was amazed by how busy the store was, because at the other stores I was often the only one there. I guess this is the perfect example of how popular Juicy is becoming (and rightfully so!). I spent a lot of time wandering around the store and just trying to take everything in. There were two floors decorated in all of the styles that Juicy encompasses- girly pink, punk rock chic, California casual and 18th century french. You would think that all of these conflicting themes would completely clash but they all worked together perfectly as usual. I especially loved the huge, over-the-top chandelier hanging over the stairs leading to the second floor.

Some of the highlights: the shoe salon, a perfume counter straight from a department store, and the small and intimate Couture Couture room. I was slightly disappointed by the tracksuit bar because there was really nothing "custom" about it- it just had a bunch of original and exclusive styles that you won't find anywhere else. But after reading Pam and Gela's blog on JuicyCouture.com, I've learned that the custom, while you wait monogramming will start this month. Good thing I didn't give into my temptations and buy a new tracksuit last night- I can definitely wait until Christmas if it means that I can get one custom made. Any suggestions?

So what did I buy? I finally got a few things that I have been craving lately. First was a new charm for my bracelet! My Chinese food carton won't be so lonely anymore. It'll now find company in my new Limited Edition Champagne Flute Charm! I love my wine and champagne, so this one was perfect for me.

I've also been loving their hair accessories, so I picked out a black patent leather headband. Check it out, I'm wearing it today!


How did all of you spend your Friends and Family coupons?