As mentioned yesterday (refer here), J.Crew is offering an additional 20% off their final sale with promo code EXTRA20. This offer expires 1/18/09.What is interesting is the email noted that the additional 20% off applies to both online and in store purchases of final sale items. However, most brick and mortar (B&M) stores are actually offering an additional 30% off. Just something to keep in mind when you are considering whether to purchase online or in their stores. :)
Have you been taking advantage of this offer already? Are you planning to take advantage of this offer soon? If you already have, what did you get? {I like shopping vicariously through others!} ;) If you are not planning to take advantage of this offer, are you planning to visit a store instead, or hold out altogether? :)
I bought a bunch of stuff, two different orders--but not because of the discount, but because I was afraid the stuff I wanted would sell out...but I was disappointed it was the 30% off.
ReplyDeleteI now think the free shipping code with my educator discount would have been better than the 20% off code---but I wasn't thinking.
I have been to a number of stores, but EVERYTHING is really, really picked over. Not worth my time right now.
i got some cords, i love the way their pants fit me. jcrew is the only store where i can find clothes i dont need to try on! thanks for the tip.
ReplyDeletehere's a tip for you too, if you shop at jcrew.com via ebates you can get an additional 2% off your purchase (will come as a rebate!). if you sign up via that link they'll put $5 in your account to start out. it's legit, i'm not spamming!
I am eyeing the Claudine in plum and may pull the trigger with this- not that the discount is sooo fab, but i have a wedding to go to in 2 months that I might wear it for. Does anyone have any feedback on the sizing? I have the silk Sophia in an 8 and it fits perfectly, but I'm nervous on the Claudine and am trying to decide if I should order a 10. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHi fellow JCAs, has anyone been successful in returning a final sale item? I have been rejected before by my local B&M so would I have more of a chance if I call customer service to put a note on my order first even after receiving the item? I wouldn’t consider doing this if I had known that the sweater jacket (Enamel-button long sweater-jacket) I eagerly ordered in XS is more than 2x larger than the regular XS in cardigans and it cost me $140. :(
ReplyDeleteIf you call CS and explain that it's much bigger than other XS sweaters you own from J. Crew, you're far more likely to have success. Ask them to put a note on your file that you're allowed to return it, and then just write on the return form that so and so at X date and time told you a note would be put on your account. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteAnon, tell them that is a defective merchandise or the size tag must be a mistake.
ReplyDeleteDon't forget, J.Crew Hawaii is running 50% additional all markdown items!
ReplyDeleteOT: I have a question for fellow aficionadas/dos.
ReplyDeleteI live in the UK so before a visit I buy JC items and have them shipped to my mothers house. As you know there were some great sales with TURKEY and HOHOHO and I took advantage of them, well got carried away really Anyway, I just realized that the items I bought with TURKEY will be out of my 60 day return once I get back to the US. Then I thought of a way around having to take store credit instead of my credit card being refunded. If I return the items I don't want that I bought with the TURKEY promo, get the store credit then return the items that I want to keep from the HOHOHO order and re-buy them with my TURKEY credit, will that work? Will they let me do that? It seems legal. What are your thoughts?
I visited ZARA in SFC today. Some pumps were sold for 39.99 and boots were just $59.99. Some jackets were $19 and Jeans were only $9.00. H&M sold pumps for just $15 and sales items are just $5-$20 (+ buy two and get one free for all final sales items).I know their quality and style are different from J.Crew, but many retailers offered about 70% off or more. After I saw their deep discounts, J.Crew’s 20% off isn’t enough to open my wallet…
ReplyDeleteI'm considering the velvet ecole jacket (now that the olive is back) but it's over 80F here in the mornings so I'm trying to decide whether I should start looking at the Spring selection instead since I probably won't be able to wear velvet until next winter...
ReplyDeleteUPDATED SALES! SO MANY SWEATERS AND PURSES AND CASHMERE UPDATED WITH LOWER SALE PRICES!
ReplyDeletetissue turtle neck 9.99
cashmere 59.99
cambridge cambleknits 29.99
satin clutch 24.99
etc.
*sqeals!
I went to sales like this that JCrew has in the 90's. It was not push and shove. I went in the evenings. Lots of "junk" or damaged goods. Just boxes to dig through.
ReplyDeleteIf it waS crowded and push and shove I would not go. Saving a few $ is not worth it or maybe I am too old at 30! I am over that kind of shopping.
I bought three items with the code yesterday...all were low in inventory, so we'll see if it ships!
ReplyDeleteLee,
ReplyDeleteThanks for listing a few items that are now lower.
I bought a tissue turtleneck yesterday when they were still $19.99 but everything else I bought 4 other items are long gone so I guess that is that. Should I try for a price adjustment, anyone have luck with that recently?
Thanks.
Head's up fellow JCA's. Many of the items on sale have been reduced further - you need to click thru to see the new price - duchess dot is 69.99 now, shimmer peacock is 59.99 - looks like JC has reduced many items - so if there is something you're really interested in check it out. I think with the further reductions and the 20% off they'll sell quite a bit with this promotion.
ReplyDeletePortland Merino Cardigan:
ReplyDeleteJust a note about the Portland, I machine washed mine on the 'handwash' cycle & layed flat to dry. It did not shrink badly, but I can tell it has been washed. Just an fyi for anyone wondering how it handles washing. I would say it handled washing (vs recommended dry cleaning) very well.
Can anyone comment on the fit of the Merino Miranda jacket? I have been tempted to buy it for a while, but am curious how it runs. I think I remember someone on JCA mentioning at one point that it ran pretty big?
ReplyDeleteI'd appreciate any info you can give me. TIA!!
J Crew will sell alot of items, however there will be alot of cancelled orders due to low inventory. It is not worth taking a chance on final sale items, when some of them could have flaws because they have been returned or worn.
ReplyDeleteI haven't used this promotion...there are still a couple of sale items I would like to get, but the quantities are still high, so I will probably wait for a higher discount.
ReplyDeleteAt first I was not going to use this promo., but after an hour (or two!) of site perusal I ended up ordering:
ReplyDelete-2 tartines ($19.99 ea)
-kayla (way more reasonable @ 19.99 & 20% off than when it debuted at $68!)
-Tissue chiffon-rosette cami 9.99!
-another Smock-stitch tissue tank
-and finally some mens sweats & a crewcuts top for my son (his dresser & closet already overfloweth...but all crewcuts sale never f/p.)
So for $82.33 ($100.52 after shipping & tax), not a bad deal for 7 basics. :)
I just called and got 2 price adjustments on an ecole jacket and simone cardigan that I ordered this past week. I saved another $20! cool beans
ReplyDeleteFYI- the CS rep stated they will price adjust up to 2 weeks previous purchase
Oh I got some stuff online yesterday. i guess again I missed out!
ReplyDeleteI don't know if this is a well-know fact around JCA, but I found out that if you click on the "As Seen In Catalog" links, sometimes you can get to items that you can't find either on the regualr price pages or the sale price page. I did it, and I got another rose belt and the bobble necklace (niether of which I could find in the sale section).
ReplyDeleteladolcevita -- are those items really reduced that far down! the duchess is still $140 and the peacock skirt is still $99 for me, even when i click through :/
ReplyDeleteChristina-
ReplyDeleteYes the Miranda runs a little big, but not sure I would size down. I got it for Christmas and LOVE IT
Twiga
I used the code for a few tissue turtlenecks in colors that had been sold out for awhile (dark eggplant and light spearmint!) and it just covered my shipping. Once I use my student discount, it will be three tees for under $28. Not bad considering that one is $39.50 to begin with. All in all, I'm happy. 20% or free shipping is always better than nothing! :)
ReplyDeleteP.S. When I placed my order this morning, a BizRate survey popped up. Has anyone else had this happen recently?
Pulled the trigger and got the Peacock shimmer jacket (waiting a day paid off it went from $89 to $69 +20% off) and 2 tissue tees for $9.99 + 20%
ReplyDeleteTwiga
Twiga: I am normally a Medium in J Crew tops (with the exception of most of the cashmere, and anything that's blousey, then I take a small) - I would assume I should still go with the medium in the Miranda?
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for your help!
anony@7:08
ReplyDeleteI agree lots of returned, defective merchandise that is not worth chancing...
It's A Southern Thing: yes, it seems to pop almost everytime. Maybe it would go away if I'd complete it one time.
ReplyDeleteI purchased the Alessia peep toes pumps. There is one more item I want, but I'm holding out for a further reduction on that one.
ReplyDeleteAnyone else have the Simone Cardigan? I have been waiting for this to go down in price, and was curious how it holds up after cleaning. If I remember correctly, I have not heard the best things about the dream sweaters in general.
ReplyDeleteI ordered the Dream Simone Cardigan in Navy. Admired when it first came out in the stores. Loved FFM's outfits she put together with it. Can't wait to get!
ReplyDeleteWhat a bogus offer for Credit Card holders. I feel really duped. Yesterday, I ordered stuff and today it is all lower price. Better not to have early access to the sale b/c it got better the next day. I am furious with JCrew. What a racket.
ReplyDeleteWhat time are they restocking the sale lately? Does anyone know? I can't seem to figure it out, but maybe it's because I'm not on the site as much anymore.
ReplyDeleteDream Sweaters: I have three dream sweaters new from this year & have noticed they pill but nothing like what I imagined after reading about them. (Not that other poster's comments are inaccurate but for me, the pilling is not so bad you should not by the beautiful, comfy dream sweaters). I also washed them on the 'handwash' cycle, layed flat to dry & they look just fine. I am glad I purchased them & would buy more dream fabric. Just my two cents.
ReplyDeleteChristina- regarding the Merino Miranda Jacket- I had to size down. I normally wear a medium and I had to exchange it for a small. Call Jcrew for the measurements just in case. Its a really cute sweater jacket - looks great with jeans.
ReplyDeleteI just snagged a charcoal berry trim Astrid - so excited! I hope I like it as much as everyone else seems to. :)
ReplyDeleteJ - Most mornings they have been updating right around 8am. There was not an update this morning though. I have been checking while doing other things, and no changes thus far.
ReplyDeleteI bought a merino t-neck for 19.99 in avacado, the birds nest ring in ivory ($40 after discount), oh and a full-price glass bead necklace in glazed pecan because I couldn't hold out anymore - they just won't go on sale. I think the t-neck and the necklace are going be fab together.
ReplyDeleteAnony@9:43
ReplyDeletethere was an update today...just very early. I live in the UK so I saw it happen as I am 6 hours a head of East Coast times. I have noticed this happening about 1-2 times a week.
Anyone comment on fit of serengeti skinny belt?? Not sure whether small or medium to wear this with jeans/cords. This one comes xsmall, small and I think the the gold/pewter/also patent skinny belts were just sm, med.-I could be wrong on that.
ReplyDeleteWith these, I found that I needed a small to wear with cardis at my waist and a medium to wear with matchsticks jeans and cords. Any suggestions on fit?
omg i can't believe the carrie went down to 99$! i've been eyeing the ivory and now its gone in size 0 =( has anyone seen the ivory carrie in the stores? thanks!
ReplyDeleteHas anyone tried the wool flannel wrap dress? It is down to $39.99. It comes up under suiting, but it looks low cut, so I'm not sure if it is work-appropriate? (I'm an attorney, so I have to go super-conservative)
ReplyDeletealso the shimmer peacock jacket...i'm so close to getting it but having not seen the pattern IRL...i'm a little worried that it might be a bit too much...i know that lots of JCAs loved the skirt...but what about the jacket? thanks!
ReplyDeleteBekah, I have that dress and am also an attorney, and love it. I wear it, however, with various cami tops underneath, especially the white silk ruffles--it's such a good host for anything, very comfortable, and takes many of the JCrew jackets. HTH
ReplyDeleteSerengeti belt:
ReplyDeleteI purchased you a couple weeks ago in a large and you are way to big for me. Won't even fit around my hips let alone my waist (I can pull it off). I reordered in a medium but have not received yet. For reference, I am size 8-10. HTH
okay i caved in and got the maggie double serge! i hope its as great as i've been hearing about!
ReplyDeleteTwo questions for you ladies...please help if you can :)
ReplyDeleteFirst, I'm eying the vintage trouser cords in ECRU. I love their trouser cords, but haven't seen this color in person. Is it an off-white, or does it have more beige undertones?
Second, I'm also eying the dark trouser jean in clean rinse wash (item #13235) but noticed that there were A LOT of them left...is there a reason for this? Is there something wrong with them? I have wanted some trouser jeans for a while, so if anyone has some feedback on this pair, I'd appreciate it!
TIA!!!
They just updated the site. Gosh,it keeps changing right before my eyes. Why do I get caught up in this frenzy? Does anyone else's pulse and respirations go up when they see the prices drop by $20? I need to get back on my meds.
ReplyDeleteGwen: did you get a price adjustment for the extra 20% off or did they give you the adjustment because the sale price was reduced further?
ReplyDeletethanks!
Appgal,
ReplyDeleteI have the matchstick cords in ecru and I would consider it more beige than off-white.
They're defintely refreshing stock at various times. The # of items per category has went back up since I last checked this a.m.
ReplyDeleteOk, I was holding out all morning waiting for them to update the website. I read the post about the site having been updated early this morning so I assumed I missed it, waited a little longer but ended up pulling the trigger, not wanting a few of the items to be sold out, and literally RIGHT after they updated the site again. AND with more markdowns. I would have ordered a couple more items.. sigh.
ReplyDeleteAnyway... I ordered the berry-trim dress in bright peacock, the Boucle tweed short scarf coat (bright berry), and tawny olive satin t-strap heels.. taking a chance on the FS seeing how I have never tried any of these on. Does anyone know if these shoes fit TTS? Any thoughts about the berry-trim dress, or the short-scarf coat?
I would have liked a berry-trim astrid in charcol or the purple.. Maybe one of these will pop back up in the next couple days. Also hoping a dream argyle cardi and cashmere argyle cardi in M will pop up at some point.. we'll see!!
They're going to have another sale...they have to. The inventory is increasing before my eyes and I haven't returned all my returns yet...I'm sure I'm not the only one.
ReplyDeletei would also love a review of the shimmer peacock jacket. looks like it might be a fun piece, but i am so on the fence.
ReplyDeleteOh!!! The dreaded "Stay Tuned"!!!
ReplyDeletesite is down---big surpise
ReplyDeleteAgghh - the site is down...
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hee hee, I just got a 'stay tuned'...damn, why do I even care. I'm NOT buying anything...
ReplyDeleteAppGal,
ReplyDeleteI personally think the cords in Ecru looked more off-white. Definately not white, though. I think they are so cute, but I'm too short (i.e. my hems always skim the floor) and I thought they would be more stress than it was worth.
HTH!
Personally, I think it's ridiculous that those of us that have a J Crew card get an email yesterday about the 20% off....and then when the general public gets the 20% off code, they lower the prices significantly on a lot of items. Makes me glad I didn't buy anything last night during their "card holder only" promo!
ReplyDeleteThat being said, I did snag another Cashmere Femme sweater right after the site uploaded this morning. Mine from last week was canceled, so hopefully this one will ship.
damn site is down. i had 21 items too.
ReplyDeleteMatchstick Cord in Sea Salt are off-white and I don't believe they came in ecru
ReplyDeleteI agree Heather, I am POed as all the sweaters I ordered went down $20 each making my order $100 less today! They won't do anything either. FURIOUS!
ReplyDeleteAre any of you still having problems with orders placed this past weekend? I have one order from last Thursday that has not shipped, yet CS has a UPS number for it. It hasn't been charged to my credit card and UPS doesn't show it in their system.
ReplyDeleteI have another from Saturday that hasn't shipped. Meanwhile, two orders since then have shipped. Does anyone know what's going on? I was told to "wait until next Monday" until I file a claim with UPS. I don't think this is a UPS problem!
Question about the Vita cami...I am usually a 2 in the camis (I take a 4 in the victoria, simply because the 2 was very tight in the hip area) but was wondering if I could get away with the 4.
ReplyDeleteCan anyone who has it describe the fit of the vita cami?
TIA!
Ugh, more "technical difficulties" on the website.
ReplyDeleteWhen will J Crew get a site that works regardless of how many people are on it? LOL It seems that whenever they have any type of promotion that's worth using, the site crashes intermitently.
ReplyDeleteSuilove-
ReplyDelete21 items. Hmmm....good. That makes me feel better aout my 14! Hahaha.
FYI - The sale section is restocked.
ReplyDeleteOne is never enough. I also have a UPS tracking number that does not work for the order I placed two days ago. I am calling CS later on this and will share.
ReplyDeleteSimilar events happened to me before and it turned out the orders were cancelled. I do not believe that is UPS' problem either. I was persistent enough to have them re-shipped me the item immediately without waiting for 7 or 10 days.
Some sweaters did drop as much as $20 since earlier this a.m. It's funny though, the price reduction seems to be on the questionable sweaters that you hesitate to buy because you're wondering: "Is that going to be itchy?", etc. The best of the best haven't changed - although I could be wrong since I didn't actually order anything over $19.99! :)
ReplyDeleteAlso, they don't have everything out in the sale section. As said earlier, you have to search on items - they're probably there even though they are not in the FS section.
JaneEsq.:
ReplyDeleteI usually take a 2 in J Crew camis (a 0 might fit me, but I don't want it to look super snug/fitted). A size 2 is a nice tailored look on me most of the time. That said, I took a 0 in the Vita cami. It is blousy and hung away from my body (as on the model) without being snug even at the hips. I'd say it runs a bit big. Hope that helps!
Okay,so I just emailed CS to see about getting a price adjustment on items that I purchased yesterday. I feel like I got duped since I took advantage of the 20% yesterday. How does J Crew expect cardholder loyalty when they pull stuff like this. Frustrating.
ReplyDeleteThose who are upset that they ordered yesterday and prices went down today--that sucks. For future remember that markdowns are usually taken Weds. morning so don't place orders on Tuesdays!
ReplyDeleteJaneEsq: I also have a 0 in the Vita Cami and think it runs large, as well. HTH!
ReplyDeleteI'm tempted to go with the 0 in the vita cami, but I am rather pear shaped and worry about it being impossibly tight around the hips.
ReplyDeleteI wanted the grey color but I guess I will have to go for the navy in a size 2.
Thanks for the advice!
P.S. Does anyone find it aggravating that the Pembridge Dot skirt is $139.99 still? Even with the 20% off I feel like thats a ridiculous price for a simple skirt.
ReplyDeleteWow - some of the new camis and the ingrid peep toes are in sale section as are the alessia peep toes which I purchased for $125 last week. I'm pretty sure I can get a PA on those.
ReplyDeleteOMG the bubble necklace went down...still, its a no go for me because I already bought 3 things today...($150)
ReplyDeleteleaderboys, [elaine], & anon,
ReplyDeletethanks for the feedback on the ecru trouser cords. seems like a fairly versatile colors.
if anyone has feedback on the trouser jeans (item# 13532) let me know! still not sure if i want to buy...great price, but if they're that cheap and they have a ton in stock, i get suspicious that something is wrong with them.
IS that true of the internet-markdowns on wed? I know the stores.
ReplyDeletethe site is down ... again. not that I should be buying anything right now, anyway. :/
ReplyDelete... ok, now the site is back up. I don't trust it, though!
ReplyDeleteDoes anybody know if the Bria cami runs TTS, or big? I am a 34C, usually take a size 2 or 4P in their camis, but I'm wondering if the fit is blousy and I should size down to a 0. Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteOne is Never Enough,
ReplyDeleteI have been buying chino shorts when they pop up in my size. I have an order from Saturday that has not shipped, 1 item cancelled, and two that were placed on Sunday and Monday that have shipped (each was for only 1 item). I called CS and they said that my items would ship and be to me within the 4-7 business days they state on the website, which would be the 20th. I have read other posts that talk about orders with cancelled items taking longer than others because they hold off to see if the item is in stock or not. I hope that helps.
Anyone who has the Cherie style top. I noticed the model wears the collar folded down, but can you wear the collar up, almost like a cowlneck, or does it fall down?
ReplyDeleteAll I can say is that I hope our fellow JCA (I FORGOT WHO IT IS NOW) got the Sonia python Clutch after it popped back up today:)
ReplyDeleteKate-not at all. Not tall, not the right fabric to stay up.
ReplyDeleteJCrew has really made me mad...how can they dangle a carrot to card holders one day and lower prices the next day for regular customers! I am furious and am sending them an email and cancelling my card ASAP!
ReplyDeleteMarietta:
ReplyDeleteRe Bria Cami: I am usually a 6 or 8 in JC tops and tried on the 6 because it was only in my local store thanks to a return. I needed the 8 because I found it to run smaller than other JC camis in the chest. Not so much the bust, but rather the chest/shoulders area and that is my smallest area. Also, it was not as blousy as some recent camis (Elizabeth, Zoey, Lydia), so I think going with your "bigger" size would be okay. The fabric is gorgeous IRL!
Has anyone seen the Double Serge Pencil skirt at thier B&M? I have decided that I really need that skirt now...
ReplyDeleteThanks
Well, I just called CS about a few items that I purchased yesterday, that have since been further reduced in price today, and they cannot do a price adjustment. But, a few of the items are sold out today in my size/color, so I'm glad that I at least got them. The savings would have been about $16, but I am not going to quibble over it.... it's a chance I took, after all.
ReplyDeleteanon @ 11:52:
ReplyDeleteI totally feel you! I had an email exchange with CS service yesterday (started over the fact that I did not receive the "cardholder" email yesterday) and it frustrated me so much that I am also canceling my card.
I am thankful I didn't order anything yesterday (thanks to being so angry about the email exchange), because I would have been even more furious to see prices drop today!
@!$^%*&(_(*&()_ It just dumped my entire shopping cart
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Smarty! I will go with the 2 and keep my fingers crossed. I would have liked to get a 4P, but for some reason the petites are still priced at $59.99, whereas the regulars are $39.99.
ReplyDeleteSJs Mommy - I saw a bunch of the persimmon double serge at the Rockefellar Center store last Friday (1/9), as well as a handful of black. I am wearing the bronzed ochre today, I love this skirt!
I have the francine skirt in bright persimmon so I really want the bronzed ochre in the double serge.
ReplyDeletejust made the plunge....hope the jamie bag (among other things)ships to me!
ReplyDeleteHow is the fit in the Crawford camis? Can anyone help me please? Thanks so much!
ReplyDeleteJulie
smarty,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the sympathy. I could have saved over $50 if I had waited...to me that is a lot of money being a (poor) teacher making in the 20's.
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ReplyDeleteAnyone know how the *Caroline Square Jeweled pumps* fit? In the Alessia maryjanes, I had to size down to a 7H (usually wear an 8). thanks!
ReplyDeleteHeather: I usually wear 8.5, tried the Caroline on in that size. To me, they fit TTS. I LOVE that shoe - absolutely gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteanon @ 12:07:
ReplyDelete$50 is alot to anyone! It totally stinks and they are just making it less and less appealing to get the JC card. :( I'm really sorry and I hope they can make it up to you. Maybe try calling? I always email and it doesn't seem to get me anywhere...
So sad. I ordered the Lydia 97751 last night in IVORY and now it's popped up in BRIGHT SAFFRON. I would have reather had that color
ReplyDeleteSo I bit the bullet again and ordered a few things that dropped in price today:
ReplyDeleteSatin fleur clutch
Bria cami
Swiss dot Bobbie sundress
With discount and shipping, came out to $115. I think I am done, unless the Golden Roses pencil skirt magically appears in a size 2.
And now the bejweled feather sash pops up. Grr...
ReplyDeleteIf anyone is placing and order and would be willing to order and have me pay you... that'd be *in a sing songy voice* AWESOME
I don't understand why some of you say CS won't do a price adjustment?? I just called this morning for mine and there were NO problems...why would they do for some and not for others? Especially since most of your orders were placed yesterday like mine...
ReplyDeleteThey did my adjustment on the difference between the price I paid and the new price today plus the 20% off
Site is down AGAIN.
ReplyDeleteSite down!
ReplyDeleteladolcevita- I bought and returned the peacock jacket. This is really a holiday piece in my opinion and I received it late, just after new years. The fit was like the Maggie jackets but I found it too shiney. I bought a 12 and it fit well (I'm a 34DD) but it just wasn't flattering on me. You can really see all the colors of the different metallic threads which is really pretty if it works for you.
ReplyDeleteBIG NEWS for CUFF BRACELET OWNERS:
ReplyDeleteOkay, if you own these you know that the gorgeous jeweled piece on top, never stays facing out. It always flips over and all you see most of the time is the back of the bracelet..plain enamel Can you say top heavy?
After saying to myself (numerous times as I have 3 of these) ARGH-I wish I could glue this thing down to my wrist! I thought of an solution--and it worked pretty well! I put on one of those charity rubber bracelets and then put on the cuff and voila-it is staying on top! Okay-the rubber bracelet shows a tiny bit on occasion but great improvement!! I hope you are pleased with my suggestion:)
OT: does anyone have any good Martin & Osa codes?? they're offering 30% off their sale items and I'd love to be able to stack another code on top of that one!
ReplyDeletewith free shipping and free returns that's a pretty good deal -hint, hint Jcrew!!
BUG PIN: I was the one looking for the Sonia python (ordered 2x and cancelled) - I saw the drop down and tried to add to cart and then the site crashed (and I got that dreaded error "note" of we'll be back or "even best sites need some work". I called immediately and the CS told me it was SOLD OUT. AGAIN.
ReplyDeleteIt was that darn red text by the time it came up. So, sorry if my attempt at Sonia clutch brought down the site for anyone. I did save a jpg of the thing so I can admire it, should I never get my hands on one ; )
Gwen,
ReplyDeleteAs others have mentioned (in postings on other topics) and as I have found to be true when placing my own orders, it seems to be luck of the draw on which CS rep you happen to get. Some will allow me to apply my educator's discount with free shipping, some won't . Some will allow me to do both of these and use additional codes (eg, Ho, Ho, Ho code), and some won't. I've had better luck getting CS reps to apply multiple discounts when I place orders Mon-Fri, 8-5. I think outside of those hours/days, J.Crew outsources the orders to work-from-home reps.
Just because something did/did not work for you, doesn't mean that other posters are lying or that they were trying to do something "wrong" when they say that something did/did not work for them.
I think the main thing that people need to realize is that which CS rep you get on the phone really does make a huge difference.
jcbellemarie:
ReplyDeleteGood morning! Aren't you in NorCal? I didn't think we could order python items for shipment to CA? I was admiring something python in the LookBook the other night and the SA told me they wouldn't get it since they can't sell it in CA. Maybe you can ship to a friend if it comes up again? I hope you find it (and can get it); it is really cute!
Incidentally, I'd like to share two fortune cookies that I opened in succession:
ReplyDelete"Minutes are worth more than money. Spend them wisely."
and...
"Never give up."
Take whichever one floats your boat!
Amy: I have considered ordering from them before because they look like they have quality clothing. The free shipping and free returns make it very tempting!
ReplyDeletehi everyone, i am wondering if anyone has any info about the fit of the carrie coat? is it TTS? any weird things going on (like the cocoon shaped marie coat?). i am average size but really busty so fit in the shoulders and chest is really important. thanks!
ReplyDeleteFor anyone who bought the nicky skirt, it is now 59.50. the extra 20% might work on top since it has in the past for other "promo" items.
ReplyDeleteI was just at B&M, still extra 30% off w/ new spring markdowns in sale sections--lots of portland cardigans, short sleeve cotton cardigans, kya camis.
smarty, yes i'm in SF. I was planning on shipping out of state to a friend ; ) I haven't even been checking the site for it since it was sooo long gone - happily perusing other accessories when I saw it this morning for a fleeting moment.
ReplyDeleteI received the dusty rose spectator peep toes that had been sold out and impossible to find, and so I'm in general happy with the crew & leaning towards what the first Fortune Cookie told me LOL.
1:04--I sized down one size from the more fitted JC coats for the carrie. I am a D cup and it fit well. if you are bigger than a D you might want to take your regular size. nothing weird going on like w/ the marie. really good price right now.
ReplyDeleteAppGal,
ReplyDeleteThe dark trouser jeans in clean rinse you mention are pretty good. They seem to grip in the thighs a bit, so I guess it depends on your body type. It may be good to hear other opinions though on this board before you make your decision. HTH!
For those with kids:
ReplyDelete35% off at olivejuicekids.com (and olivejuiceoutlet.com).
I like their site and want them to stay in business!
Cass:
ReplyDeleteAbout the items on sale in the B&M: When you say short-sleeve cotton cardigans, are you talking about the v-neck short sleeve cardi (with the enamel buttons) that's currently $59.50 online? If so, how much was it on sale for?
Thanks so much!
Ok I love the driving mocs, but all they have is really large (11) and really small (5). Anyone seen them at thier B&M?
ReplyDeleteAnd I am still looking for the Double serge in ochre
jcb:
ReplyDeleteGood call on the fortune cookie, I'm with you :)
Don't you love the rose peeptoes? I am finally wearing mine tomorrow for the first time. I've been having so much fun putting together ideas with them on Polyvore (um, addicting??) and FFM created a couple of cute sets for me too. I'd love to hear your ideas of what to pair with!
Christina, yes it's that sweater. They were 49.99-30%, so they would be $35.
ReplyDeleteanonymous 1:08 (and anyone else): just out of curiosity, what size did you get in the carrie? is it a lightweight wool?
ReplyDeleteAnonymous at 1:04 re Carrie:
ReplyDeleteI did not size down in the Carrie coat. Nor did I size down in the other two coats I own, Lillie and Harriet (nor in the Marie, which I returned). I'm a size 4 in tops, a size 6 on the bottom & have consistently been a size 4 in coats. I tried the Carrie on in a size 6 (store was out of size 4) & it was not overly big on me. It's a very pretty coat and a magnificent price! HTH
I purchased the Shimmer peacock last night at $90, and today it's down to $70. I was so angry that they dropped the prices after yesterday's pre-sale to cardholders! But I managed to get a great sales associate, and she credited me the difference. SO... $275 to $56 isn't so bad! I can't wait to see it in person! Thanks again to kitchy7 & FFM who created some great Polyvore outfits!
ReplyDeleteSJs mommy:
ReplyDeleteWhat size and color? I'm going to B&M today and can look for you; they had a few last time I was in but I didn't pay much attention to size/color. Also, if you give me your email address, I'll email you if I find anything you'd want.
haha I just got the email! Thank God for this blog!
ReplyDeleteANy color really in the driving Mocs, but I really like Metalic (any) size 7.
ANd the double serge in 0 or 2.
My email is dottedy@hotmail.com
Anonymous at 1:04, I think the Carrie fits a touch big. If you order your regular size you'll probably get away with it, but it may be a little loose. It is pretty unfitted through the chest and waist. It has small arm holes though - they seem to ride up a wee bit in the armpits. Still, its a lovely coat and I like mine a lot.
ReplyDeleteJ Crew coat sizing is soooo strange. I got a plaza coat in my usual size and it was MASSIVE. Like a maternity coat! But when I ordered the Double CLoth Lady, I ordered my usual size and could not even breath it it! Carrie is somewhere between the extremes!
1:23, i got a 14 in the carrie, but wear a 16 in JC suit jackets and a 16 in last year's sybil coat. The 14 was perfect whereas the 16 was too baggy. the wool is substantial, good for 30-40 degree weather.
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Carrie Coat
ReplyDeleteI'm not sure how you describe 'lightweight wool'. The description of the Carrie is "wool/cashmere blend", same as the Harriet. The material is very soft but kind of "flat". It is/was not as lofty (for lack of a better word) as I anticipated. I've never purchased a wool/cashmere coat before so I don't know how 'nice' the material gets but I am satisfied w/Harriet's material & I would've bought the Carrie if they had my size.
Oh also, Carrie coat has wide-ish sleeves at the bottom - just thought I'd mention that in case it is significant to you.
ReplyDeleteMine is camel, but the ivory is sooo nice too!
Anyone tried the Merino Lili Tuxedo Henley sweater? Fit, length, etc?
ReplyDeleteThanks!
Cass:
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for the info! I have been WAITING for that sweater to get marked down, I can't wait to get to my store and try it on!
IRL, yes, I should have mentioned this - the carrie coat was more lightweight than I thought it would be. It isn't hearty, but I live in the -30 degrees of Western Canada, and as long as I'm driving and just dashing in and out of the car I am fine. But I would describe it as a cross between a fall and a winter coat, weight wise. I don't think it is lined...? Can't remember and am not wearing it today! But the cashmere/wool blend is DREAMY soft. It is very rich and luxurious feeling.
ReplyDeleteOk I am sure I have discussed my battles with the "Mocking Maggie" jacket on this blog. The size 4 camel looked horrible on me, as much as I wanted to love it. Other JCAs rave about this piece. So I got to thinking, perhaps it was the size/color choice and not the Maggie itself that was mocking me?
ReplyDeleteSo I am staring at the sale page and there is a size 2 and a petite 4 available. If I were to take the plunge, what size should I go with?
The problem with the size 4 was that it was a)a bit too long and b) looked shapeless on me on top and was baggy around the armpit area.
Can anyone give me some feedback on Maggie sizing? FYI I am 5'4" about 128 with a 34 B. I take a 2 in all the astrids, a 4 in the ecole jackets, and a 2 in most camis. I am very shortwaisted.
Any info would be greeeeatly appreciated.
TIA!
I have been drooling over the luxe sash belt forEVAH and I see it is now marked down again...I want it but I spent 150 on the sale today and promised hubby no more! [And I bought lulus last week!!] I'm a bad seed.
ReplyDeleteOut of curiosity, does anyone have the luxe belt? It is as lovely as it looks in the pictures?
I need help on the maggie too! I am usually a 0 but took a P2 in the ecoles. 5'4" 112 34c
ReplyDeletetia!
JaneEsq,
ReplyDeleteDEFINTELY get the 4P. If you are shortwaisted, it will be so flattering on you! I am also 5'4 and short waisted, but with a larger bust than you, and the petite sizing in this coat was DIVINE compared to the regular!!!!
carrie coat, irl, and 1:08:
ReplyDeletethanks for all the info! i am super paranoid about buying a final sale item that will end up not fitting. i have never seen them in any of my stores so haven't tried one on.
i am looking for a light to mid weight wool, so i think the carrie would be a good choice. i'm also hoping the coat ends up mid thigh or so. i'm a DD- for me that means an 8 in most tops and a 10 in most coats (i prefer a bit of extra room since i layer a lot), so i think i'm gonna go with a 10 in the carrie...
The metallic houndstooth Pheobe is only 59.99 right now. I placed my order a little bit ago...I hope I get it, since that is a steal!
ReplyDeleteThe 20% does work on the marked down Nicky! The ottoman aubrey is also on promo and the Grenada cami has been changed to full price 160 vs 228
ReplyDeleteRe: maggie jacket
ReplyDeletesmartblond,thank you so much for the input. I will go for the 4P!
Now the next dilemna is color...red or yellow?
I am very fair skinned with brown highlighted hair.
Anonymous Potential Carrie Coat Puchaser: why not call in your order & tell CS you need to try two sizes so you want a note in your account that you can return ONE of the two Carrie's. I have always found CS very accomodating, especially in a situation like yours. Let us know what happends if you do decide to order through CS.
ReplyDelete^happens not happends
ReplyDeleteSo I tried to get a price adjustment on the cords I ordered yesterday (as they dropped in price today) but was told that price adjustments were for full-price items only. Boo. Oh well, I still got a pretty good deal I guess.
ReplyDeleteTo those wondering about the wool-cashmere coats:
ReplyDeleteI have a Dani coat in black from last year, and I ordered a Harriet in heather acorn this year. I found that the fabric was heavier and softer on the Dani. I figured it would be the same material, but maybe the different colors have somewhat different weights? That seems strange. Or maybe they've changed the fabric? Did anyone else find this?
I still love my Harriet, but I was a little disappointed.
I'd love some dress recommendations. I'm going to be in Turkey this summer for two weeks (June, temps around 80F), and dresses are perfect since they pack small and I can wear them dressed up or down. The problem is Turkey itself: it's a Muslim country, and although secular, the dress can't be too revealing or inappropriate to wear into mosques (e.g. I need to have shoulders covered). Any suggestions? TIA! You ladies are amazing!
ReplyDelete^ The last time I was in turkey, shoulders and knees did need to be covered. However, it was permissible to wear a shawl over the shoulders if you have a sleeveless dress.
ReplyDeleteJane Esq--I have the heather bright berry Maggie. It looks nice with navy pin-striped pants. I am not imaginative enough to think of things that go with yellow!
ReplyDeleteI am an attorney too and wear mine to the office. I like color!
ss~
ReplyDeleteMe too! If I see one more boring black "power suit" I am going to HURL. Thanks for the input :)
Amy-
ReplyDeleteCall: 866-393-2090. I was just told that J Crew offers discounts on anything that has price dropped in past 7 days. She wouldn't give me the add'l 20% off but said to remember that if I ever see something I've bought drop in price within 7 days to call. I just got adjustments on 2 FS sweaters that went down $20 each (so obviously does NOT only apply to full price items). Good luck!
^only on full priced items, they will not honor a discount upon discount, I have been down in the past.
ReplyDelete^i have been turned down in the past.
ReplyDeleteI got the Cashmere Carrie Coat, the Olivia cable sweater, the Cashmere Eva sweater and the Francie skirt for me and two cashmere sweaters for my husband. I'm excited! I wish I had done ebates!
ReplyDeleteInteresting about the new "regular" prices...they also changed the "regular" price of the yellow sequin flapper dress from $900 to $700.
ReplyDeleteAs for the Grenada cami, I still think $160 is ridiculous for a cami. You can get the whole Grenada print dress for $198.
I emailed CS this AM about getting a price adjustment on 2 items I ordered yesterday (about a $40 difference). Just got the reply that they would give me the adjustment this one time as a courtesy.
ReplyDeleteSomeone else mentioned this above but I didn't catch it till just now - the Kya Camis have been marked down too! I just ordered the Sand Floral Kya Cami (marked down from $110 to $69.99+20% discount) I was thrilled to see that price drop! I'd been watching it since it showed up on the site a few weeks ago...
ReplyDeleteThe wool cashmere this year is definitely a different blend than in years past. It has a lot less cashmere and isn't nearly as soft. :(
ReplyDeleteI agree that $160 is still too much to pay for the Grenada cami. They still haven't sufficiently differentiated it from the giraffe cami to justify the extra $40 (and that's assuming for the sake of argument that $120 is a justifiable price for the giraffe cami, which I don't think it is).
JaneEsq -- I'm partial to the heather bright berry Maggie. I'm thinking of ordering it for myself (I have the camel and black Maggies), but that would violate my 6 months off rule. Then again, my birthday is coming up soon, and my family is always asking for suggestions. :) I think you could definitely wear it to work. If I get it, I plan to. Here are some ideas of what to do with it:
From FFM:
* Look 1
* Look 2
From me:
* Work dressy 1
* Work dressy 2
* Work casual
* Casual
But if you go with the yellow, it's also a gorgeous color. I'd just go with the one you think you'll end up wearing more. Good luck!
After reading all the comments about price adjustments for old orders, I called the CS, as I had placed four orders in the last week. They were hesitant at first because I already received a teacher's discount, but I was super nice and so they applied an additional 20 percent on the largest of my orders as a "one time courtesy"! It usre made my day!
ReplyDeleteSmarty - I have the spectator rose peep toes too -they are so pretty. If you have the sketchbook roses Belle skirt they look really pretty with that. I actually put that skirt with the ivory distressed metallic crest tee and the heather charcoal stripe sequin cashmere cardigan - I tend to b adventurous and not too matchy matchy - I actually got a lot of compliments with this combo, and if is warm enough the Rose peep toes look pretty as a statement with this outfit. They also go with the taffeta rugby skirt in the pink/coral from Summer - I wear a simple long sleeve T with that - I have pale apricot color one. Anyway, I know these are not whole 'sets' but hope they help :)
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Here's my sizing tip. I feel like the models must always wear the smallest size. If the item looks tight on the model, I order my usual size (4 on top, 6 on bottom). If it looks loose on the model, I size down. I have been wrong on dresses, but it works on everything else.
ReplyDeletekitchy7~
ReplyDeleteThose are fantastic sets, especially love #2! I wish I had been able to get the double serge in sea salt. Thanks!
Crawford cami question--can you wear a regular bra with it or do you need to use a racerback so the straps don't show??
ReplyDeleteI was starting to freak out because I saw that the Caroline flats and the Haley cardigan dropped in price from yesterday to today. If I had waited to order those two items today I would have saved an additional $40.
ReplyDeleteWith my blood pressure rising, I stood up and walked around the room (I am a teacher and have only used the discount once--shocking, I know). I said to myself (out loud, too), "Let's get a reality check." So I totalled up all my items with their pre-sale cost (full price) and then again with the sale price and 20% I got over both days. And let's say, I stopped the freak-out. I bought thirteen items for a total of $568. That averages out to a mere $44 per item. If I had paid full price it would have been a staggering $1979, which is an average of $152 per item. Needless to say...I feel much better. Although $40 is a lot of savings, I can't allow that to eat at me...
I am inspired by the clothing I purchase at J. Crew and have been since I started buying things there back in 1990! If $40 is the price to pay for sheer pleasure of feeling confident at my current size 8/10/12 (varies with the piece), then so be it!
I am not writing this to judge anyone...but just to maybe help others who are concerned that they bought something one day and the price dropped the next.
I think I would only truly freak out if it were more money (like $150 total). Again, I obviously understand why any money saved is important, but I thought reading what helped me get through the "shakes" of "over-paying" would help others!
Have a great (and fashionable) day!
Is there a way to find out a CS name or number so that you can request them each time you order? I called today to say something I had ordered already popped up in another color and I wanted to switch (if possible). I went ahead and just ordered a second instead and the CS rep wa so nice.
ReplyDeleteThe only problem is I haven't seen the charge go thru on my card nor do I see an order yet
FYI: You will get no rebate from Ebates if you use any kind of code-even free shipping. I'd love to hear from people that have had different experiences, but that's been mine.
ReplyDeleteJaneEsq: I'm confused about your comment with the Pembridge skirt ... it looks like it's $89.99 to me when I look at the item. Where are you seeing it for $139.99? I would agree that $140 is a lot for that skirt. :)
ReplyDeleteOT but recently I ordered a few items final sale, but when I received them in the mail, there was no indication on the billing slip that they were FS items. Would I be able to return these items to the store?
ReplyDeleteI had the same experience -- only 2 of the 6 items I ordered (all final sale items) were actually marked final sale on the invoice. A pair of pants I ordered does not fit properly and since the invoice doesn't say FINAL SALE, I am definitely taking them back to the store.
ReplyDeleteI just found this blog eariler this week and I LOVE it! You guys are such bad influences:)
ReplyDeleteI finally ordered a few things today that I had been in my cart for awhile. I got the 20% off plus 10% off for opening an account (which I had been thinking about for quite some time) and I got free shipping!!! Yay!
I also asked about getting the discount on an order that I placed 2 days ago. I was told that they only do this for full-priced items.
JaneEsq. re: Maggie
ReplyDeleteI am 5'2", 34D, 118 lbs. and the 6P fits me perfectly. I have the black, ivory, and berry and love them all. Just got the black one today -- oh my! I think it's my favorite. I haven't seen the yellow IRL.
Shannon:
ReplyDeleteIn case this helps-- I am 5'4", 117 34A, and my 'standard' jcrew jacket size is 2 or 4P. I ordered a maggie in 2 and it fits very well (I wear a long sleeve t underneath). I've never tried on an ecole so can't compare the sizing. HTH!
Allie
Melanie,
ReplyDeleteOops! I meant the duchess dot skirt. I love that skirt but its still too much, even with the discount...
dinagideon - Thanks for the positive comment!
ReplyDeleteOne is Never Enough~
ReplyDeleteThanks for the input! I am hoping I will love mine too! I am waivering between the berry and the yellow, but FFM just created a couple sets for me with the yellow and I am really leaning toward the yellow...
I also received an order today from last week and my items didn't say "Final Sale" anywhere on the order form. I wonder what's up. I have a cami that was too big but I'm tempted to alter instead of return, but it maybe easier just to return....hmmm.
ReplyDeleteI am worried because an order I placed at noon with CS over the phone has not showed up in my order history and I have not gotten an email yet. How long does this usually take?
ReplyDeleteWhen I ordered online last night, it was deducted from my checking account immediatly and an email followed soon after that
What gives? All the previous posts in the last few months from bloggers who vowed they would never purchase from the dreaded FS are now buying with a code that justs covers shipping!
ReplyDeleteSite updates, more markdowns, buying frenzy, site crashes....
ReplyDeleteAnyone else get the feeling the IT department is sitting in the office laughing their heads off at how crazy the customers are going with all the shenanigans?
No? Just me then, I guess.
Can anyone here help me with sizing on the cherie cami? I don't know whether to go with my regular size or to size down. I sized down for the lydia and the new twist/cap sleeve blouse. TIA
ReplyDeletemath teacher: I see you sized down with the Lydia. Do ou reccomend this? I am a busty woman, and I ordered in the Xl and now I am worried it will be too big.
ReplyDeleteJanuary 14, 2009 4:24 PM: make that a code that covers shipping on some really discounted items!
ReplyDeleteSome of my final sale purchases made today, such as the Clara & bootcut cords, were not designated as final sale in the shipping email. This happened on orders placed over the last two weeks.
ReplyDeleteTo all the Aficionadas who use the educator's discount:
ReplyDeleteWhat is the final word on combining it with the Extra 20 promotion? They always used to, then someone said they can't, then another rep said, oh, we can as long as it's an extra percent off promotion. Now they say they can't. I'd love to hear your experiences.
oh pleeeeese no, not the educators discount discussion again!
ReplyDeleteOk, JCAs....here's what I ordered:
ReplyDelete2 Tissue Chiffon Rosette Camis
2 Chiffon Trim Tuxedo T's
1 Hammered Silk Tank (I know these have been around forever, but I love the peacock color. Plus, I don't live in the States for the amazing B&M "steals and deals" on the sale racks. Boo.)
1 Trouser Jean
1 Jamie Bag in Honey/yellow
I wish I got the Jamie bag for as cheap as some of you in the past! Didn't someone say they got one for $37? That's great! I'm glad I got the chance to order it.
one more question...
ReplyDeletehow has the leather worn on the jamie bag? TIA!
Anyone tried on or purchased the alabaster tweed coat? Comments on style, fit, fabric?
ReplyDeleteCongrats to everyone getting all those good deals!
Trish
Janet:
ReplyDeleteThe topic was discussed at length in this post. Overall, I think the policy is much like other JCrew policies - completely, 100% inconsistent. It seems to depend on who you speak to, no other rhyme or reason to it. HTH!
Well Janet I asked my PS and here's what she said:
ReplyDeleteHi Ashley,
I am more than happy to answer any questions you may have. Our general policy is in fact to only allow one coupon (promotion) per order. In this case that would mean that we would only be able to honor your student discount of %15 or the other percentage discount that you have. The student discount can be used in-store with proper student photo id, over the phone with proper email ending in .edu. If you wanted to place the order on the internet there is no way of you adding the discount, however, if you called within an hour or two, we can have the discount added to the order, and the discount would be reflected as a credit once the order shipped.
I hope this answers your questions, and if you have anything else, please feel free to ask!
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So that's that. But fyi, if you call CS you can get away with Free shipping discounts as well as your educator/student one. (Assuming you get CS that lets you.) But as Smarty said, JCrew CS reps are very inconsistent. Good luck! HTH.
While I'm practicing "curbing consumerism", I did talk myself into the Alessia Mary Janes in honey glaze. I called the order in with the 20% discount and asked the CSR to please denote a return for store credit in case the item didn't fit - which she did so gladly. I ordered TTS, so I hope I'm not hosed!
ReplyDeleteI did give myself a small pat on the back for not succumbing to a velvet ecole, which are steals for $50 and $60...maybe if there is a bigger discount I'll bite, but for now, I'm good!
I asked this a while back but i think the question got lost in the thread. Has anyone bought or tried on the Dark Trouser Jean in Clean Rinse? (Item #13532) Am wondering how they fit...how much flare at the bottom leg, etc. Any help would be appreciated.
ReplyDeleteJ Crew Adorer, I thought the lydia in my normal size was too big, and I have broad shoulders and a C chest. It might be too billowy since it's an a-line cut blouse. HTH
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