This is the weekly "sale watch" post, to help each other find sale items at our various local J.Crew stores. ;)If you are stopping by a J.Crew store this weekend to take advantage of the post holiday sales, the additional 20%-30 off sales, or to see some new January/ Resort arrivals in person, maybe you might be willing to share that with us in this post. In particular, if you could share with us a few of the noteworthy items that are available, at what prices, and potential sizes the store is carrying (as well as the store location)- that would be fantastic! Also, please let us know if your local store is carrying an additional percent off sale. Thanks in advance!!! :)
P.S. I noticed that many of you have already been reporting sale items (and in which stores) in other posts which by the way "thank you!" :) I really appreciate how helpful we are for each other!
P.S.S. Happy New Year Everyone! :)
Good Morning Alexis and Everyone! Happy New Year to all of you! I actually visited my J.Crew in Orlando yesterday and found some fabulous deals, such as the Vita Cami, Boucle' Astrid in Charcoal, and Rectangular Gold-Link Bracelet. The store also had plenty of bootcut and matchstick cords, quinn camis, velvet ecoles in rhubarb, tons of perfect-fit flower tanks, a pair of Dark Poppy Juliets size 8, a Charcoal Boucle' Astrid Jacket size 8, a long Sea Glass gown...I think it was size 8. All sale merchandise was 30% off and Final.
ReplyDeleteHope you all have a fantastic New Year's Day!!! :)
Can anyone comment on the tweed stormy lille coat? I am hesitate due to the metallic thread. Is it too flashy for regular day wear? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year everyone!
ReplyDeleteWell the New Year is not even a day old and I have already broke my News years resolution to order less from J Crew. I ordered a tote bag bright and early this am.
Good Morning FFM - I figured you'd be up and at em already!!! Happy New Year to all! I'm hoping to visit my BM today - having a little BM JC withdrawal.
ReplyDeleteThe order I placed Tuesday has shipped already and only the aubrey is marked as final sale. Hmmmm.
Happy New Year's Day to everyone too!
ReplyDeleteFFM: Congrats on those deals! I think the boucle astrid is very pretty. :)
Casual-Crew: too funny about already breaking your New Year's resolution! :) But I can't blame you! ;)
ladolcevita: LOL! I know exactly what you meant about those J.Crew B&M withdrawals- I get them too! ;)
ReplyDeleteAck!-just found a CF Astrid on FS this am and had to order it-hope I like it since it is FS! Happy New Year everyone!
ReplyDeleteHappy Crew Year, all! Yesterday at the somerset Collection in Michigan, there were a few pairs of the spectator peep toe mary janes in grey, two 7s and an 8 I think. Sale was 30% off. They had a room full of sale but it was more of the same old.
ReplyDeleteI turned on my computer hoping for some fantastic Jcrew New Year promotions, but sadly, nothing. Everyone else is practically giving their merchandise away! What is Jcrew holding out for?? Torture!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to the Greenville, SC b&m today... will report back on what they have!
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year everyone!
Happy New Year everyone! I have been reading this blog for a few months now, sometimes several times day. I love it! So now Iam ready to start posting.
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, I would love to know if anyone has the large Oslo bag? Or anyone's thoughts on it, if you've seen it irl.
I love the new colors jcrew has come out with. Iam so glad to see some softer colors for a change. Does anyone have the Cloud necklace? I was wondering if it is as pretty irl, or is it just too big? What colors or outfits would it look pretty with? I think it looks pretty online. Thank you for your help!
Good morning all and Happy New Year!!
ReplyDeleteNo BM shopping for me since my closest store is in Santa Fe, an hour away (I'm too lazy to drive!). I'm moving at the end of the school year to Northern NJ, just outside of NYC (Bergen county). I'm going to be in JC heaven. My DH is already there working and I have him visiting various JC's to report back on their inventory/size/SA's ect. He thinks I've lost it at this point! LOL!!
Em: I have the cloud necklace and love it! Actually, I'm a sucker for statement necklaces and own several of JC's from the last two seasons. It looks great with grey, melon, rhubarb, bright fushia, ivory, and all the greens.
ReplyDeleteI don't own the Oslo, nor have I seen it IRL, however, there was an earlier posting that many JCA's don't really care for it. It is unlined and large, so it gets a little floppy. HTH!
Does anyone have any feedback on the Jamie bag? I may bite the bullet and want to make sure it's worth it. I like the new editor bag, but I know the resin chain is just for looks...it would probably break if I used it as a strap since I lug so much junk around. Let me know if anyone has any feedback. I know there were some reviews earlier in the season. TIA!
ReplyDeleteI was at KOP yesterday and they have mostly new merchandise. I did see that they had several snow leopard shirt dresses and some white Victoria long sleeve shirts (I think people were looking for those?). I noticed that the Ingrid heels which are new - $235 on the site - were on sale for $189.99 plus 30%. Also full priced suiting was 40% off. Other than that, nothing new to report.
ReplyDeleteHas anyone seen the champagne dupioni skirt in stores? I'd prefer to get it with the extra 30%.
Good Morning All and Happy Happy New Year! This one should be a steady rewarding year according to a Chinese calendar! So looking forward to quiet and peace!
ReplyDeleteFabulousFloridaMommy:
ReplyDeleteA perfect way to start New Year- congrats on your purchases! I went to store yesterday to return some things, took my son and we could not shop for long, so I just got 2 more Candy tees on your recommendation- Pink Licorice one and Cerise.
Leslie: Good Morning! It looks like the chain on the Editor bag is probably removable, and if so, then the bag is definitely on my wishlist. :)
ReplyDeleteHas anyone seen Tartine cardigans in their store sale sections anymore? I'm looking for XS in light pewter and/or snow.
ReplyDeleteI have returns again so I may pop into my store this weekend. The sale section was pretty small last Sunday. I was happy to see some of the new spring items. I'm really liking some of the new camis, particularly the prints.
Classic Style: What store were you in? I'm searching for the Victoria Ruffle :)
ReplyDeleteGood Morning Ladolcevita! You're right...this morning was no different for me than any other morning...I was up very early, as usual. I don't think it's possible to sleep in with *littles* in the house. ;)
ReplyDeleteAlexis and Slastena: Thank you! I'm really pleased with my purchases, and the prices I paid, too. :)
Slastena: Congratulations on the Candy Tees! Both those colors will look fabulous on you! :)
FFM, what color did you get in the Vita Cami? I bought the navy at my store last week and I love it!
ReplyDeleteI have not ordered anything on final sale and plan to wait it out....the only thing that might temp me would be 40% off and free shipping like in the good ole days...
ReplyDeleteI am not into buying multiples of items I already own esp. blazers/jackets because the style of them changes so rapidly. There is always new stuff out that I want...
Desert Flower: I got the Vita Cami in the Silver...I saw the Navy IRL the week before, but it wasn't my size. I think both colors of it are really pretty. :)
ReplyDeleteI agree with Anony@10:42. Here's my tip: If I don't "waste" my money on candy tees or whatever...say...3 Maggie jackets...I can buy full priced items I really want when they first come out in the catalog and not have to worry about sales/selling out of items...I started doing this about a year ago and it really works...
ReplyDeleteAnon a@ 9:42 a.m.
ReplyDeleteI received the Large Oslo in grey as a Christmas gift, and I am very torn about whether to keep it. It is very large and once the paper stuffing is removed, it looses its satchel shape. I love the color, however. And I think the leather is very nice. I wish I would have ordered the smaller version when it was available.
Like Leslie, I love the cloud necklace. The color works like a neutral. You will be able to pair it many different things. Though I loved the necklace, I did not keep it because I had trouble with how the bottom part of the necklace hit my chest. But I think the problem was me, not the necklace.
I meant to say: every color of the candy tees...
ReplyDeletehappy new year!
ReplyDeletei called the KOP store looking for the snow-leopard shirtdress but they didn't have my size but they do have 2,4,6,8 in case anyone is looking! does anyone have this? i'm contemplating 2 but i'm thinking since its generous fit it might be a bit too big.
i too am looking for the silk dupioni skirts but it seems like that are catalog only =( if anyone sees them a tip would be great!
im going to go to the northshore, ma store and will report back=)
Quick Question: Am I able to order items on the website through the red phone in stores? And if so, would I be able to use the current 30% off promotion as well? I'm so tempted to get a few items online but would rather run to my local b&m than pay high shipping costs.
ReplyDeleteAlso I went to the Whitehall, PA store yesterday and they had a striped Victoria blouse in a sz. 0 for anyone who's interested.
Happy New Year all! I have the victoria cami in navy and fuschia ~ love them both; saw the silver and light pink, and coral in BM, pretty. The Walnut Creek BM had lots of sale stuff, but nothing new. I'm going tomorrow to see if any returns are good, will report back. I think I am shopped out.
ReplyDeleteFYI, Men's Solid cotton-cashmere cardigan in extra small is available in Provincial Blue, oregano and heather oatmeal for $19.99. This price is shown on the product page itself but not on the sales' listing.
ReplyDeleteIf anyone sees the cascading flowers astrid in either white or black in either 12 or 14 in their store... please let me know! Put on hold! I am seeking - desperately :-) mackenzie_0007 at yahoo dot com. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteAnon @ 1057 - there are some small Oslos popping back up on the site, you could try to get one of them and then return the large.
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Full of Possibilities to all!
ReplyDeleteJust completed my annual ritual, precedent to buying more clothes: THE PURGE. Why is this needed? Space. Balance. Redistribution of wealth, perhaps. Why is this painful? Because MY purges involve acknowledging fashion MISTAKES. Changes in taste. Tags still on items. Items worn once. Items that were $$$$. Doesn't really fit my style/age/body.
The dismal economy actually helps--my local San Francisco Goodwill really needs this and I imagine several women finding treasures. Having purged big time, I went back to FS and found, to my amazement, the charcoal berry astrid I'd already ordered/then order cancelled twice by JCrew, my favorite yellow flats, and the astrid metallic herringbone (order cancelled once by JCrew). NEW STRATEGY: When I really really want it--scarcity drives me. I have now found (it's how I got the cascading flowers black astrid last week) that ordering OVERNIGHT gets it to me the next day and I think I get buped up. Otherwise, I linger on the pending sales for days, then get a cancel.
Going back for one more purge, this time "Colors I no longer wear that go with nothing I now have." Then, instead of B&M, to Goodwill drop-off.
Happy JCrewing to all for 2009!
Showers of confetti and rose petals at you.
My hubby totally surprised me with the cascading flowers astrid in ivory for Christmas. The flowers are nice and fluffy and it is truly a beautiful piece!
ReplyDelete^Awww--that's so awesome. What a great surprise! This is a timeless, unique and wonderful piece that you will have for many years IMO. I haven't worn mine yet but I also don't feel I can part with it either.
ReplyDeleteOT but do you think they will re-release the Victoria camis in the new spring colors like they did the Elizabeth cami a few seasons back? It would be so pretty in the light pink and silver colors. Wish we could have some say-so in what they put out each season! LOL
ReplyDeleteWould love a report back or even better place them HOLD: Juliet Safari/Serengeti mid heel sz 8-1/2 or 9 and Juliet Heel in Black 8-1/2 these are my two long standing wishlist items. Also-storybook charm bracelet-if anyone sees these please put on hold and report back;) TIA!
ReplyDeleteAnon 12:08-did you get that idea from the anon poster that mentioned seeing them in these colors? LOL! I thought the same thing but they are not out in these colors--that might be the Cherie?? Would be gorgeous in those soft shades, wouldn't it?!
ReplyDeleteProfessor: I also did the "BIG PURGE" yesterday and promptly ran 3 huge garbage bags filled to the brim to Goodwill in order to get my receipt for 2008! There were some awesome treasures in those bags and I hope that someone who can really use them will grab them up and a great price. I really tried to keep only the things that I will wear frequently....it was getting to be a bit overwhelming in there and I wasn't even wearing my new stuff! I'm truly addicted....I'm beginning to think that "JCA" stands for J.Crew Anonymous instead of J.Crew Aficionadas.
ReplyDeleteI wore my cascading flowers astrid in ivory last night - for the first time - with jeans. I love that jacket. Even if I only wear it a few times a season, it's timeless. Congratulations - it's a wonderful gift.
ReplyDeleteProfessor,
ReplyDeleteYour post made me laugh! The scarcity of an item makes me want it more as well. Great insight about the 1 day shipping to try to ensure you get it, thanks for sharing!
Good luck with the purging. I understand your pain. It IS a reminder of poor choices, however it makes more room for better future choices! Ha!
Thanks,
Athena
Professor,
ReplyDeleteThat is a great idea to pay OVERNIGHT for something you really want. Can't see myself doing it much but maybe once or twice a year....smart girl!
Professor-you have a way with words and love what you have to say-thanks for adding this blog.
ReplyDeleteLeslie-LOL-I love that-JCAnon. And I also already said I would be visiting here less--ha! I cannot stay away!
What are you guys wearing under your ivory (or black) CF Astrid? I live in a cold climate and tank won't do...
ReplyDeleteDoes Goodwill give a tax write off for clothing donations? Purging my closet sounds like a great idea.
ReplyDeletesuilove: what does KOP stand for?
ReplyDeletehas anyone seen that elephant necklace and would you happen to know how much they are in the stores??? thanks!
ReplyDeletehappy new year!!
cece
King of Prussia mall in PA
ReplyDeleteDesperately looking for the Victoria Ruffle Shirt in black stripe in size 4. I have it in the black and white and love it.
ReplyDeletekholland@rochester.rr.com
the Victoria camis ARE out in the Walnut Creek BM in light coral, light pink, and light gray (silver) ~ I even remarked to the SA.
ReplyDeleteCan someone please clarify...I am getting the distinct feeling from now reading two separate posts that there are new softer colors out at the stores in the Victoria cami! OH NO--could it be?!
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ReplyDelete^HA--we must have been typing at the same time:)
ReplyDeleteSOUNDS GORGEOUS! Repeat this matra to self...Stay away from store, stay away..
Anon at 12:49: Yes, Goodwill and most other non-profits will give you a receipt that you can use on your taxes. I save mine in a file all year and pull it out during tax season. Today's donations will give you a receipt to use next tax season (April 2010). That's why I loaded up the kiddos and hauled those bags down there yesterday, so that my receipt would be dated 12/31/08.
ReplyDeleteAnonymous at 12:08:
ReplyDeleteI think they are releasing the Victoria cami in spring colors. I was at the B&M in Nashville yesterday, and they had a new section with Victoria cami's in a light silver color, and a few other new spring colors. How could they not re-release it, it was a best-seller!
A few things--
ReplyDeleteone, I placed an order of $150 at Jcrew.com and nothing came marked final sale (usually says so on the receipt. interesting.)
also stopped by Friendship Heights, DC B&M this monring to do a return. couldn't buy anything b/c I am on a shopping ban for January, but they had a Madeline dress in sz 4, black, $150 minus 30% off all sale items. TONS of high heel flares marked down to 29.99, candy tees 19.99, lots of cords, tissue t-necks (dont remember sizes/colors). again, all sale is 30% off so the high heel flares are only 20-something dollars. was so tempted to try on but I am trying to stay on my ban for the whole month!
hth!
Just did a bunch of returns at the Cambridge store. So sad that my orders just weren't up to par. Its amazing how some colors on your computer are truly different than the colors on the items when you get them or see them IRL. My citron wool hoodie looked pea green.. yeah, NOT yellow or citron for that matter. My dream tie neck cardigan had some knitting poking out of the shoulder.. what kind of quality is that?! And my pullover hoodie had a black stain on it. Yeah, disappointed! Luckily I bought that all before the final sale so i got my money back.
ReplyDeleteBEWARE for you buying final sale.. the quality may not be worth the bargain.
On the plus side, I finally found a metallic belt in a small. YAY! $14 is a lot better than that $38 they're charging online.
What does HTH mean? I see so many use it. Thank you, also for clarifying the meaning of KOP. I now know what B & M means. Ugh?
ReplyDeleteit means hope this helps :)
ReplyDeleteAnonymus with the CF Astrid & my other CF Astrid Sisters:
ReplyDeleteRight now, I'm wearing my black CF Astrid with 2007 boat neck silver/grey cashmere sweater, khaki chinos, and a long gold chain with my grandmother's wedding ring hanging on it. It works! [I struggle to approach FabulousFloridaMomy's innate visual talen.]
Am I going anywhere? No. Company coming? No. However, as with former men in my life, I'm currently in love with the CF black Astrid and letting it soothe me during my horrid task of finishing 2 book chapters, due 2 days ago. [It works.] This jacket is beautifully lined in silky material, so anything works with it. [I also have a black short-sleeved tight-fitting T-shirt advertising a box of Crayola Crayons that loves this jacket.]
Fingers madly twisting thick curls of pre-maturely silver hair,
aging cat purring contently, nesting on the pile of papers I actually need,
winks to all
Thanks Leslie- That's good to know!
ReplyDeleteAnon 12:49
Happy New Year All!!! I hope all is well with you and your families.
ReplyDeleteI'm looking for the Sean bag in dark cloud or at this pt any color...has anyone seen it? If so, I'll be grateful if you pass the info along. Thanks a bunch.
Leslie, this post reviewed the Jamie bag:
ReplyDeletehttp://jcrewaficionada.blogspot.com/2008/12/product-review-jaime-bag-gorgeous.html
I personally think it's gorgeous. :)
Professor:
ReplyDeleteYou are hilarious. I love reading your posts. If I were actually practicing in NoCal rather than SoCal, I'd beg you to have coffee with me, because I think we'd be great JCA friends ;)
Another Esq.
Anon @ 9:42:
ReplyDeleteI had been coveting and stalking the small Oslo on the Internet for about a month. I finally found 3(!!) of them in the Santa Monica, California that had been returned and now I know why. On closer inspection, the leather is beautiful and soft. However, it has absolutely no structure. The other downside was that the horn closure is extremely heavy. And the closure mechanism is extremely awkward. So, it takes 2 hands to close the bag and it wasn't easy - it took a lot of effort. If you are on the run and can't sit down to work on reconfiguring your purse closure, I think it will be a pain.
Another Esq.
Thank you, Another Esq & Athena & Leslie & Bug Pin & Various Anonymous Sisters:
ReplyDeleteAnd yes, Another Esq.--we'd undoubtedly Rearrange the World over coffee, to the World's Considerable Advantage. [I do travel more than I'd like on behalf of various books I write, so will keep you posted on SoCal journeys.]
All: While I write books for lawyers and social scientists, I'm now writing murder mysteries (official member of Mystery Writers of America and Sisters in Crime). I'm now dressing my favorite characters in JCrew. JCrewers will undoubtedly notice with their Sharpened Sartorial Eyes that only characters who do not (appropriately) wear JCrew become, as we say in the mystery business, "at risk."
To be continued [just like Real LIfe] . . .
Anon@10:33: I was at KOP, which stands for the King of Prussia store in PA. 610 265 0210.
ReplyDeleteOT - anyone still having trouble with their orders? I have received everything I ordered since before TURKEY without any problems. Everything was ordered online and a lot of the times were popping up and then sold out again so I was skeptical. Everything in the right size and no flaws, stains or signs of wear. I have placed a dozen orders since TURKEY, usually 4 or less items per order so maybe it's easier to manage the smaller orders.
ReplyDeleteAnyone been to the N. Michigan Ave store in Chicago lately? Heading there tomorrow from Toronto and wondering and crossing my fingers that there are some great sales! Very excited to actually try on somethings before buying them for a change.
ReplyDeleteI was just at the N. Michigan store on Tuesday. It is really picked over. They do have ALOT of matchstick cords and coats. Nothing too spectacular. However, they have spectator pumps in dusty rose on sale. Most of the store is their new stuff.
ReplyDeleteSmall Oslo bag:
ReplyDeleteI have the small Oslo bag and I love it. I can easily open and close the clasp with one hand. The bag is open on the top and the side pockets are also open so you can get most items without opening if the closure gives you trouble. Or just throw the strap over the top and the weight will keep it in place.
The leather is thick yet soft and the unstructured design gives it the slouchy look, which may be too much on the larger version but it is cute on the smaller version. It can easily be filled to give it a firmer shape as it is a smaller bag. I love the Borge Garveri leather and I totally love this bag. The champagne color will transition nicely with the new spring palette as well.
I am just waiting for a free shipping code with NO MINIMUM. It is the ONLY way I will buy a final sale item or two or three...or more...
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year! Just returned from the Natick, MA store and the sale is very picked over! Resort looks great so far, more is on the way.
ReplyDeleteHas anyone seen the wool Aran knee-highs in grey or black? Or does anyone have pairs to sell? Thank you!
ReplyDeleteProfessor...um, what size are you? Your post made me want to run to the SF Goodwill pronto... just kidding :) as I really need to get purge my closet as well. I am still holding on to a particular j crew sweater (if only I could find the right top to wear it with...). I should probably just accept it and free up the closet space! My New Years Resolution is to buy only things I really absolutely love and not waste excess $$ just because they are on sale.
ReplyDeletePS: if you still have tags on your items, try ebaying them!
Hi if anyone happens to see the ODILE BAG small or large in the beige color please let me know!!!
ReplyDeletethanks!
CECE
I just got back from the J.Crew outlet in Edinburgh. They had a great New Years sale on all sorts of things! The best deal was some black capris they had from the regular store for $5.00 plus 40% off. They probably would have given them to my free if I asked :) I ended up with an outlet-issue black herringbone bella jacket for $35 and an argyle sweater for $18. My husband got two sweaters as well and the whole thing was under $100.00
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year Aficionadas! Hope all of you had a great time last night.
ReplyDeleteI am debating whether or not to go to a couple of B&Ms today. I do want to see what other colors they have for the Victoria Cami. I have the fuschia, navy, ivory and black. And I saw the salmon color and couldn't help it and got it. Not sure if I'll get the light grey but if there is a pink one, I'll get that.
I am beginning to see that I have a bit of an obsession with this cami...hmmm. ;)
Anon 1:19: If I see the stripe Victoria shirt, I'll let you know. :)
Happy New Year, everyone! Professor - I, too, also purged my closet and dropped off 5 huge bags to Goodwill before Christmas. It was a somewhat painful process, as it reminded me of past mistakes with fashion and a lot of $$$$ spent and wasted on items that barely saw the light of day. But, on the brighter side I hope that those truly in need will benefit.... and that going forward I will only purchase and KEEP items that I truly, truly love and will actually wear with happiness!
ReplyDeleteMarietta,
ReplyDeleteSometimes I engage in Magical Thinking, even though I'm a social scientist. Clothing and romance are consistently two of those times. [For better or worse, she noted to herself.]
The Great Purge of Purchasing Mistakes is like this, Magical-Thinking Style:
"Oh, what a horrid mistake, what was I thinking?"
"Worse, I cannot be trusted with a purchase, a check book, a credit card!"
"I have NO sense of style--I buy things that would never work!"
THEN, magical thinking =
"But wait! I clearly had enough disposable income to be able to buy these Mistakes. Perhaps I was supposed to buy them for Someone Else, who could never afford it and who desperately needs to find a treasure. It will renew her faith, in the midst of her tedious search through piles of thrift store junk."
I imagine her completely -- and her joy. [Which is undoubtedly why I never consider selling Mistakes or going on eBay. Someone, to my way of thinking, has to REALLY benefit from my errors so I have the grace to move forward . . .]
I absorb enormous energy being surrounded by things I truly love. I am enriched when my mistakes benefit a stranger in my own mind [which is why I no longer attempt to inflict Purchasing Mistakes on my sister, friends, or nieces, however $$$ or lovely they were.]
** Shopper 555:
You are too funny.
But it does bring up "sizes." Yee gads, it took a while to realize JCrew does it differently. I'm a thin 5'5" woman. In the Not-Jcrew-World, size 10. In JCrew I'm a size 8 blouse, size 8 skirt, size 10 Astrid, size 12 Ecole (and it isn't baggy at 12), size 8 shoe.
To all my delightfully lovely smaller-sized JCrewers, I don't even KNOW anyone who's a size 0, except here. WAIT--I must take that back; they are undoubtedly all sitting in my undergraduate classrooms. Next week, first classes I'll notice . . .
Professor,
ReplyDeleteIf only I lived near your trash because, to me, it would surely be treasure - and we wear the same size.
I went to the Prime Outlet Mall in Jeffersonville, Ohio today and was sorely disappointed with the selection at J Crew. I have been finding so many wonderful $19.99 & 29.99 sweaters at jcrew.com (at 6-7:30 AM when they restock) that I am now spoiled. I saw little of interest, and what I saw didn't seem to be priced to sell.
However, Kate Spade was running a 50% off everything sale. Alas, I have a Marc by Marc Jacobs bag that, after years of searching for "the one", has spoiled me for all others.
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ReplyDeleteHaha Professor, I'm an undergraduate and we're identical--from shirt to shoe! : )
ReplyDeleteIf anyone wants to "cheat" on Jcrew with BCBG - their store rocked today! 50% off basically everything and then 30% off on top of that.
ReplyDeleteProfessor,
ReplyDeleteI am the same CLOTHING size as you exactly...even in the specific items you mentioned...
Exceptions are height(I am 5'10") and shoe size (I am size 10). I am in my late 30's)
I never knew so many size 0 people until this blog either! So nice to meet anther size 8 (to 10) gal!
Julie--by the way I am an English/Reading teacher:)
P.S. I LOVE that you are wearing your C.F. Astrid today with no place to go....I need to do that too!
ReplyDeleteI am wearing my grandmother's ring today. I have two and switch back and forth.
Julie
free shipping, no limit, ends 1/14 IPL-40
ReplyDeleteHi JCAs and Happy New Year!
ReplyDeleteBefore I do my returns, thought I would post here: Juliet midheels, size 8, in black and driftwood, two colors which are still regular price and one Sean bag in tulip. One pair Mary Jane spectators in dusty rose, size 8. The shoes have never been worn, the black might have been store display as the soles are not pristine but don't show actual wear either. If interested, email to crowrose at aol.com.
Ashley (at 1:46), glad to hear you found the metallic belts in your size! Were you able to get both silver and gold?
ReplyDeleteThe Lexington, KY store had a ton of the wide patent leather belt in dusty rose if anyone is interested.
ReplyDeleteLaura do you know how much the Dusty Rose belts were?
ReplyDeleteAny reviews of the Lux Flannel Natalie jacket & matching pant? Would you wear a heel or flat with the suit? Also, what about the Leopard Kate coat - how does it fit? Do you think it would be too swingy on a short person (5'3")?
ReplyDeleteHappy New Year! I would like to know what everyone has bought over the past year from jcrew, thought they had to have it, and thought they loved it, and never really wore it. Did you waste money on anything you thought you had to have? I did with some of the summer camis especially. They made me look like I was wearing maternity clothes, and I felt self-conscious in them unless I tucked them in! That style does not work on me. Took a while to figure it out. Some of them were way too big.
ReplyDeleteOT, but I have a victoria shirt I am looking to sell. It's the camel stripe in a size 2, brand new with tags.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/WomenBrowse/Women_Shop_By_Category/shirtstops/casualshirts/PRDOVR~99693/99693.jsp
I am selling it for $65 shipped. Paypal only please.
My email is jassjane@hotmail.com if anyone is interested. I will probably return it this weekend so please let me know by tomorrow evening.
Thanks!!
Anon at 6:32: I did a review of the Leopard Kate coat here:
ReplyDeletehttp://jcrewaficionada.blogspot.com/2008/11/product-review-watercolor-leopard-kate.html
Anonymous re: Elephant necklace. Don't do it! I have almost every double strand critter necklace that J. Crew has done and love them all. The elephant is an exception. The elephant itself is very large. Distractingly so. Unfortunate, because the colors of the beads string and the charm are lovely. This piece was a 100% miss in person. Save your dollars from my mistake!
ReplyDeleteLyssa: I tried that code and it didn't work :( Did it work for you?
ReplyDeletePerimeter Mall in Atlanta is offering 30% off sale items; however, their inventory is pretty picked over and the women's sale floor is actually bare. Looking forward to the new styles... :)
ReplyDeleteGood idea, cafecapri. I've gotten so much better at not even buying stuff I end up regretting - such as those many J.Crew camis with an unnecessary, stiff side zipper. I liked a lot of the designs, but the fit was horrible, so I just made myself put them back.
ReplyDeleteIn fact, right now, I can't recall anything I bought at J.Crew this year that I've regretted. The few that I did, I was able to return within the 60-day window.
That's also why I don't purchase from final sale - I reserve the right to change my mind about any item that costs more than $20.
I am looking for the Vintage Terry Tuxedo Lounge Pants in a Medium in black. I am hoping someone returns them to the B&M I shop at. Does anyone have them? Do you like them?
ReplyDeleteICSMom:
ReplyDeleteI have a pile of them and ADORE them! Even occasionally dress them up with a blazer. Heaven to wear, beautifully made.
Looking at the bathing suits under new arrivals, I noticed that the model is inconsistently photo-shopped. In some photos, she has many moles and freckles, while in others, they disappear completely! The obvious oversight aside, I'm disappointed in Jcrew, because freckles are beautiful!
ReplyDeletecafecapri:
ReplyDeleteThe Suzannah cami was my biggest mistake. I thought I had to have it, and bought the last papaya color in size 2. I should have had a 0, and even then, I think the "maternity" style fit would be terrible. Most J.Crew camis are very unflattering on me, as they often balloon out. I have a similar problem with J.Crew jackets, in that they are extremely fitted in the shoulder and far too wide in the waist. I bought a black Bella jacket which I really like and wear now and again, but I would adore it and wear it all the time if I was happier with the fit.
Fluffles, I feel your pain. I just tried the penny & found it so tight across the shoulders & bulky as hell in the stomach area. Who wants to look like a teepee? I stay away from j.crew jackets a lot because of the narrow-cut shoulders.
ReplyDeleteProfessor -
ReplyDeletePlease add me to your mailing list for book lecturs and/or book signings in SoCal.
sharynalcaraz@hotmail.com
In the interim - please keep me laughing with your great posts.
ITA about the JC jackets ~ the penney was so huge, I usu. get a 4-6, but the 2 fit, but looked awful. Then tried the astrid, same problem. I have had better success w/ the camis, altho they run big too. usu need a small or xs, bec. they fit big.
ReplyDeleteI just tried the droopy flower astrid & couldn't believe how boxy it was. The single closure was so unattractive. I hope J.crew gets its act together & makes some nicely fitted jacket. It seems like everything recently has been really boxy.
ReplyDeleteSee I had good luck with the flower astrid but my beloved berry trim astrid looked TERRIBLE on me when I got it in the mail. I am not sure if it was the color (bright blue) or the style of the jacket, but I had to send it back to the J Crew gods. This KILLED me by the way because everyone seems to adore their berry astrid. Sigh, I guess some things are just not meant to be.
ReplyDeleteI consider the maggie jacket and the berry trim astrid to be the ones that got away...
But I must agree with the previous poster, I hope they start coming out with jackets that are more fitted.
I had luck with the astrid droopy flower too. I think the cut of the Astrids this season was *supposed* to be reminiscent of the 60s, i.e., on the boxy/swingy side, bracelet sleeves, etc. (see the string of posts under Alexis's Spring Line piece).
ReplyDeleteAnon 8:39am, I got the tweed stormy coat and I feel it's a little too flashy to be wearing it on a daily basis to work or school. It fits great though and I love how I can wear the collar two ways, as well as the belt. I've had it for about 10 days and have worn it 3 times already to holiday events and out to dinner. Considering the deal I got on it, 179.99 w/ addt'l 30% off (it was originally $525!) I am definitely happy with my purchase.
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone know - if you contact a particular store where you know they are selling an item that you want, will they ship it to you from the store? I live nowhere near a BM and really want the new Victoria camis in the spring colors. I wish they had them online already!!
ReplyDeleteSo long as you are in the U.S, stores will ship to you, but there is a shipping charge.
ReplyDeletePakcola -
ReplyDeleteI don't know exactly, but there were quite a few of them on the end of rack, hanging on a hook. They also had a lot of skinny metallic belts (silver mostly, but also the pink)
Oh that is such good news! Can anyone tell me in which store locations did they see the Victoria camis in the pink, coral, and light gray? Also, did they come in any other new colors? It would be so pretty in that light green color or the spearmint.
ReplyDeleteThanks ahead of time for the help!
Ah, dear Professor: Don't you think J. crew makes absolutely perfect teaching clothes? Mine is a very granola school. Corduroy almost required for faculty. You can't dress in too stuffy a manner, yet not like a student. A fine line to walk, yet J. Crew makes it possible to wear what I like and what's expected of me.
ReplyDeleteYet tonight, I went to a live taping of a public radio show. Found myself largely among my age peers who were almost to a person horribly dressed in mom jeans, running shoes, turtlenecks underneath bulky sweaters, acrylic yarn. . . Well, you get the picture. Where's their sense of fun? Don't they owe me any better?
Your cat appreciates your outfit more than the extra special abstract rose skirt-plus-sweaterjacket and silk tank I wore was noted. . . alas. . .
Not certain of this, but if memory serves someone mentioned the king of prussia mall in pennsylvania regarding those camis.
ReplyDeleteIPL-40 seems to work over $150 for free shipping.
ReplyDeletere: jackets
ReplyDeleteSo it seems there are a number of Aficionadas who really want to love J.Crew jackets but can't get a good fit :( Either the shoulders fit alright but the waistline is far too large (cf. the teepee comment!) or have a jacket be quite tight in the shoulders and only a slightly smaller waist (which is still too large sizing down). Harumph. I like a nice fit in the shoulder and I like my trim waistline to be accented. Putting on a J.Crew jacket oft makes me look round-bellied, which I'm not. I don't like hiding what I consider one of my best features underneath the "teepee".
I have an inkling that far fewer returns and exchanges would be done with jackets if this issue would be addressed, hint hint...
The other alternative, I guess, if we've fallen madly in love with a style of jacket, is to buy it on sale where it's inexpensive enough to justify tailoring. But who really wants to go through that for every jacket? Bless all those who can wear these jackets as they are!
The South Coast store had the light gray and coral Victoria cami in several sizes. I was in the store for about 45 minutes and I saw a few being sold (plus the white Victoria shirt). SC didn't have the pink...can't wait to see it.
ReplyDeleteFluffles, yes, exactly. With jackets like the penny, I would have needed so much tailoring done I question whether the jacket would still hang nicely, so I just returned it. I, too, like not to feel constricted in the shoulders, and to have my waist accented, not hidden beneath folds and folds of fabric. But the jackets I've seen lately are a wash - just saw one in that dotted material, it was basically a rectangular piece of fabric with arms attached.
ReplyDeleteYes, KOP had the new victoria camis ... 610-265-0210 :)
ReplyDeleteAnon- Sadly that's been my experience even with the "tailored, classic" style of jacket. Last season it was the Lexington and the Bella, this year it's the Maggie. I haven't tried the Penny myself, but from your comments I would expect the same if I tried it on. I do like the Aubrey, but I had to go from a P4 to a P0 to get a wearable fit. In that style I expect some room, but it was somehow still oversized even on top. I always LOVE the jackets and then strike out.
ReplyDeleteThe Walnut creek store had the coral, lt pink, lt gray Victoria camis.
ReplyDeleteWow - I'm really interested in seeing the new Victoria cami colors. Has anyone seen them - are they pretty? Any pictures? I'll be heading to a store this weekend and will take pictures if anyone is interested.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad to read that i am not the only one to have problems with J. Crew jackets. For me, they are typically tight in the shoulders unless i size up; then they are too wide in the bodice. It seems i am going to strike out with the CF Astrid where neither size is going to work out.
ReplyDeleteAnon @ 6:32 PM: I have tried the pants of the Luxe Flannel suiting (J.Crew failed to send the jacket), but i ended up returning the pant and passing on the suit entirely because I didn't like the narrowness of the pant leg opening. After i tried them on, I realized they had this "carrot" look that was not flattering on me at all. I would have preferred them a bit flared rather than tapered. I also felt that they would not be professional enough in a conservatively dressed environment. A pity too, because the jacket looks cute.
Argyle - That would be great! I'd love to see what they look like in these new colors!
ReplyDeleteFidele and Professor -
ReplyDeleteThank you for inspiring me to dress JCrew well, even if the fashion ignoramuses around me cannot and do not appreciate it.
Sympathizer
I have the Victoria cami in coral. Very pretty color. It is not a light color like the gray version. I saw the gray one too...I am still not sure if I'll get it, although, it might work well for a work outfit.
ReplyDeleteHas anyone seen the pink? I am really curious about that one.
BUG PIN Re: storybook charm bracelet
ReplyDeleteThere was one at the Galleria in Dallas a few days ago, and I might have also seen one in Northpark Center, also in Dallas.
Galleria: 972 385 0438
Northpark: 214 987 9700
Good luck!
My jcrew had 3 story book charm bracelets. I have them all on hold under "j.crew aficionadas". Anyone but Bug Pin will be allowed to know which location this is...thanks ladies!
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ReplyDeleteHi! I was just wondering if you would do another model post. I'm dying to get to know the new models (especially the one featured in Sept. 08).
ReplyDeleteHello...can someone please help me find the ODILE large bag in driftwood color??? please be on the lookout and let me know. I will have to let them ship it to me from their store but I would be willing to pay for shipping...thanks ladies and maybe gentlemen ;)
ReplyDeleteCECE
Cleo26-
ReplyDeleteDo you have two sizes of the CF astrid on the way to you? What sizes are they?
If you decide to return one (as I'm assuming you're not keeping both) can you tell me which store you're returning it to? Or perhaps put it on hold for me when you return it? Thanks!
CECE - it's on eBay with a BIN of $84. Item 270324897673 (not my auction).
ReplyDeleteAnon at 10:18 PM: In case you are still interested, I saw some of the new Spring Camis (peach, light gray) at the New Canaan, CT store. :)
ReplyDeleteJenny,
ReplyDeleteWhere did you place the bracelets on hold?
Thanks
Katie: Should i return one or both to the store, i will be sure to post to a central location -- the weekly exchange -- so that you can know.
ReplyDeleteThank you!
ReplyDeleteOriginally sent 1:00 a.m.
ReplyDelete[. . . after a late luxurious hot bubble bath, now happily robed in black tuxedo french terry pants, rose T, fuzzy-black=on-tan, & The Black Cascading Flowers Astrid, soft hug of luxury]
Fidele! Yes, the culture of teaching is perfect for the new high/low upscale/street-smarts JCrew. I cringed with familiarity at your audience:
"horribly dressed in mom jeans, running shoes, turtlenecks underneath bulky sweaters, acrylic yarn"
*** especially, GASP, the acrylic yarn. [As a life-long knitter thanks to a practical-minded grandmother, I remain mentally alergic to acrylic yarn. Still skeptical about all faculty meetings and lectures I must attend, I always have a luxurious project to pull out.]
The JCrew jackets and wide-variety of pants allow me to t-shirt or silk-blouse, add antique jewelry, and feel I am Playing Happily With Fashion, my own adult Sandbox. Carries me even through the dreaded 8 a.m. classes it is occasionally my turn to take on. STAY STRONG. Other teachers ARE noticing you and will join the revolution. I should add "professor's originality of dress" to the end-of-quarter evaluations [hmmmmm] . . .
***20 year old cat reminds me that we are NOT supposed to be up at this hour, unless, of course, we are opening a can of tuna***
JCAs~
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone have the victoria shirt in black? I am waivering between the black and the white (I have the striped-love it) but am wondering if the black looks a little Count Dracula given the height of the collar...However, I have the victoria CAMI in ivory and am wondering if two white ruffle collared shirts is overkill...any advice would be greatly appreciated!
JCAs~
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone have the victoria shirt in black? I am waivering between the black and the white (I have the striped-love it) but am wondering if the black looks a little Count Dracula given the height of the collar...However, I have the victoria CAMI in ivory and am wondering if two white ruffle collared shirts is overkill...any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Another question about the Victoria shirts: Has anyone tried handwashing these? I thought about handwashing and then bringing them to the dry clear to have them pressed.
ReplyDeleteJenny
ReplyDeletePlease let me know which store is holding the storybook charm bracelets.
My email is twinstigator_rex at yahoo dot com
Many thanks!
--skittles
Jane,
ReplyDeleteAre you talking about washing the silk or cotton Victoria?
As for your question about the black Victoria, it did look somewhat goth when I saw it. Not a daytime blouse by any means. I bought the white one and love it!!!
JaneEsq, I HAVE the black ruffle (also the silky sleeveless white/ivory) and ADORE it for work.
ReplyDeleteYes, I did think it might be a little goth, initially--but, then, I thought the black cascading flowers astrid seemed very Addams Family (black flowers? how dead). Now, however, I'm infatuated with the black astrid, the flowers seem like soft clouds of silk.
I love the black ruffle blouse, but wear it without a necklace and often with a cashmere sweater vest or, new fav, a JCrew men's vest and chinos/dressy shoes. I don't even feel vaguely adventurous when I wear it . . .
Kate,
ReplyDeletewas referring to the shirt, which is cotton. Doesn't it seem odd that they recommend dry cleaning a shirt that is 100% cotton? I was hoping to be able to handwash it with woolite and then just get it pressed...
Professor,
LOVING the idea of a men's vest!! The thing that is throwing me off about the black shirt is that I am very fair skinned and am a little nervous I will look like morticia adams. I am dying to get my hands on a cascading flower astrid, but alas, the size 2s flew off the shelves.
Jenny,
ReplyDeletePlease email me at:
Jcrew123@hotmail.com
with the location of the storybook charm bracelet - thanks!
I saw a Sherpa hoodie, grey, size Large in the Oakbrook, IL store this weekend. I believe it was $34.99, with an additional 30% off final sale. It might still be there if anyone is interested.
ReplyDeleteJaneEsq:
ReplyDeleteNo one is more fair skinned than I. Truly. The black victoria actually gives me more facial color than the white or stripped. [I've even given up on blush, which, however lightly applied, looks more clown-like on my white skin than Bobbi Brown.]
The men's vests are SO well made, pockets deep enough for cell phones or lip gloss or keys. Heaven. I only buy them on sale, small, and have quite the collection. [They even have the convenient adjustable belt in back to get the "pinned" waisted look!] The man's vest allows me to avoid a suited jacket with the victoria shirt--so I can show off and enjoy the sleeves. These vests always finish off an outfit, even with jeans. They are wonderful with other shirts & seaters & piles of necklaces . . .
How much is the storybook charm bracelet in stores now? Also what is the store with the bracelets on hold?
ReplyDeleteheather.gruss @ gmail.com
Thanks!!
Okay um, jenny...is there a problem I should know about that you have singled me out on the Storybook bracelet? I am confused.
ReplyDeleteBug Pin,
ReplyDeleteThis is just a guess, but maybe she is trying to help you. You've posted before about how much you've spent on J. Crew and how you financed your purchases with credit card debt. I know people joke on here all the time about the enabling going on, but sometimes, you know, enabling can cause real damage to real people. Maybe she doesn't want to be a part of that.
Jane,
ReplyDeleteIt is certainly possible to wash the Victora yourself, but the tiny pleats would probably need to be pressed by a dry cleaner. But I would be afraid the pleats would come out in the wash, whereas they would not come out if dry cleaned.
Or maybe Bug Pin was unnecessarily rude to this person and this is cosmic karma coming back to getcha!
ReplyDeleteJenny's comment was uncalled for and a little bratty. JMO
ReplyDeleteIs it possible to get the store locations with the storybook charm bracelet? Thanks!
ReplyDeleteHeather
thanks so much!silver_lining! does anyone know the name and item number of the lille coat that was metallic? I need a size 6 please help!!!
ReplyDeletecece
cece: was it the stormy tweed Lille, item number 10663?
ReplyDeleteHi Everyone,
ReplyDeleteI just found out that JC does not have the heather graphite cashmere ruffle cardi I ordered.
I know it's just a sweater, but I am SO DISAPPOINTED! And I'm more disappointed that JC didn't inform me--I had to go checking on them.
Also, I didn't order something else this morning (now sold out) because I couldn't justify another purchase.
This is so frustrating!
OK, venting done. But if anyone trips across the cashmere ruffle cardi in heather graphite in a small or a medium, would you let me know?
Thanks,
M
thanks cleo! let me know if you find it in a store! tnx
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Hi!
ReplyDeleteJust got back from B&M and I am so pleased with my purchases (otherwise completely picked over)...
Madeline Coat in deep persimmon for $136.84, and the cornsilk fireball bracelet $35.01
Yay! The Madeline is an absolutely beautiful striking red, it is gorge! It made my New Year! Ha! I truly believe that the fabric and color of the coat deem it appropriate for all 3seasons, unless it is bitter cold.
I now truly understand the "hype" about the Madeline. I really feel like it is an addition to my wardrobe.
Athena
Sorry...
ReplyDeleteI just realized my Madeline coat color code is DPO, which I actually believe is Dark Poppy not Deep Persimmon. Great coat regardless!
Athena
Professor,
ReplyDeleteyou had me sold on the black victoria...but by the time I went to buy it was sold out! So I ended up getting the white for $36.
taking your advice, I went to the B&M store and put a men's vest on hold. I want to go in and try it on with a button up and see if I can work it :)
All,
ReplyDeleteNevermind: I found the cardi.
Thanks,
M
JaneEsq:
ReplyDeleteDid you get the long sleeve victoria ruffle for $36?
If so, where did you get it??
So I came home to a J. Crew package today, somehting I had ordered off the dreaded and risky final sale on Christmas Eve. Anyway, when I opened the package and looked at the packing slip, I noticed that NOWHERE on the slip did it state that the item was final sale (and thus, unreturnable). Has anyone else had this happen to them?
ReplyDeleteAnon at 6:25~
ReplyDeleteI called the King of Prussia store and they happened to have a size 2 left in white. It was 59.99 in stores with 30% off + 15% off on top of that.
Since it is still listed as full price online, I HIGHLY recommend you do a find it for you for this item. Find out the stores where it is available and call to see whether they are listing it at the sale price. Good luck!!
Jane
Looking for the fireball necklace/bracelet...anyone seen them at their B&M?
ReplyDeleteThanks!
JaneEsq:
ReplyDeleteThanks for the info :) I just called the KOP store and they do have my size but she said that it is still full price??? Ugh! What do I do?
Also, if you search "fireball" on the website the necklace comes up (they are hiding it from the sale pages)
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ReplyDeleteAnon at 6:47~
ReplyDeleteAsk them to scan it. It probably isn't marked as the sale price. I was going to pay full price but was pleasantly surprised when I asked her to scan the price and it came out to 59.99 BEFORE all the extra discounts to boot!
Just ask the SAs to look up the price...it should ring up as 59.99 for the solids.
Good luck!!
JaneEsq:
ReplyDeleteOkay, after really getting my hopes up, I called the store back and asked them to scan it but it still came up fp. The sales associate told me that they still have white maisie shirts that are on sale. Perhaps by error you are getting the victoria ruffle at the maisie price? Lucky you ;)
Does anyone know of any stores with the storybook charm bracelet? Please help. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteheather.gruss @ gmail.com
JaneEsq: Charleston, SC, (843-534-1640) had a lime fireball bracelet on Wednesday.
ReplyDeleteif it helps, i got the black victoria ruffle shirt on sale for 59.99$ plus additional 30% and 15$ off at the burlington ma store but i didn't see any white ones..so i guess it varies by store..and perhaps quantity?
ReplyDeleteI've been to the Wrentham outlet in Wrentham, Mass. some great bargains.A friend went to Providence Place today and said they were practically giving things away. Also, have you noticed that if you go online around 7 am, you can very often find some bargains that disappear or go up as the day goes on. I'm holding out for a 20% or 30% off online.
ReplyDeleteI guess the Victoria shirt is on sale only in some B&Ms because I checked South Coast on Tuesday and they had them full price. I am heading to the El Segundo B&M tonight, I'll check their pricing on the shirt.
ReplyDeleteI am trying to decide between the black and white stripe and the solid black victoria blouse and would love any advice from those who have it. TIA!
ReplyDeleteI have the black one and I love it. I dresses up any outfit. I don't wear it to work but rather to a nice dinner or an event. The shirt doesn't disappoint. :)
ReplyDeleteI wanted the stripe one but it was sold out in my size. :(
I have the black/white striped Victoria, and it is just lovely. I really feel like it goes with anything like jeans, skirts, underneath shells. It really looks so expensive, and I only paid $42.
ReplyDeleteAthena
I have searched all over for a black/white striped victoria ruffle in size 4 but have not had any luck. I even got a CS rep to do a "We'll Find It" (they usually won't do this if it's on sale) ... but no one seems to have it anymore :(
ReplyDeleteAnon at 9:01~
ReplyDeleteI have the striped and I really love it. I was actually grappling between the black and white solid today and decided on the white simply because the black was sold out in my size :) My concern for the black was that it was a little gothic and that I wouldn't be able to wear it to work. However, if you have a lot of events and dinners to go to as another JCA mentioned, the black seems to be a really unique piece. If you are looking for something a tad bit more versatile (work, day, etc.) I would go with the white...hope this helps!!
Math teacher,
ReplyDeleteThanks for the info about the bracelet :)
Sort of OT: Was in the Walnut Creek store this evening, and there was a rack of random coats. I swear there was a Lucido coat there and the sticker tag read...$19.99!!! No joke. I almost bought it for that price but I couldn't believe it! I think it was a size 12.
ReplyDeleteOther than that--store was picked over but great staff!
Has anyone seen the Victoria ruffle shirt (in any color) in a size 12?
ReplyDeleteJilz - do you know the phone number (or state location) if the Walnut Creek store? I am dying for a new coat, and anything for $19.99 is certainly worth following up on! thanks!
Anon 1:26 - The South Coast B&M had the Victoria shirt in white, size 12. I saw it on Tuesday night. (714 979 2739)
ReplyDeleteBTW - the Walnut Creek store is in CA (925 943 7664)
Hope you find the shirt. I am visiting a couple of B&Ms tomorrow. If I see it, I will post here.
Anon -- I don't know if you'd want the Lucido, even for $19.99 -- it's this coat: http://jcrewaficionada.blogspot.com/2008/09/questionable-items-of-week-lucido-and.html
ReplyDeleteI've not ordered online since I've had a decent coupon code.
ReplyDeleteAnon @ 9:01 - Victoria blouse is a unique piece. I have the white and wear it frequently, it is very versatile.
ReplyDeleteA lot of people think black is great, but it's true that only very few people look really good in black, although many do look OK. White is a more flattering color to most, which is why men look more dressed up in a white shirt under a suit.
I think the white looks better with more dark colors and will also transition into your spring wardrobe better. Black doesn't go nearly so well with the light neutrals and pastels that we are seeing, and not just at JCrew.
I have the Victoria in white, and camel & white stripe on the way. I like the softer colors because it would appear that ruffles and frilly details are on the way out and the darker accent on the black and b&w stripe will make the ruffles a standout feature, shortening the life of the garment as far as trends go. I'm old enough to have seen the trend disappear before and you may think you can wear this blouse forever, like all the tuxedo ruffle shirts, it will be passe in a couple of seasons.
ReplyDeleteIf you have the Victoria blouse or cami - wear it, wear it, wear it. While you can.
I love the way the black/white striped victoria looks on the model but worry whether all the stripes would make me look like an overdone candy cne irl. any thoughts?
ReplyDeletesorry, I meant to say candy cane!
ReplyDeleteAnon at 9:13 AM. I completely disagree with you. I think everyone should wear what they want and when they want. When you are every afraid to wear something because you think its not in fashion anymore think Carrie Bradshaw of S&C. What Anon at 9.13am expressed is an outdated view, young people dont think like that anymore. Particularly people in NYC... we value personal style over fashion. Ladies, hold on to your favorite items and wear them as much as you want. Dont listen to those who try to impose on you what you should and should not wear!
ReplyDeleteAnonymous at 11:39: Applause and showers of rose petals at you!!!!
ReplyDeleteThe only reason I've succumbed to JCrew now is Jenna, who breaks all rules. I am certain she's received criticism all her life and reminded of The Rules. She breaks them to our delight.
Further, risk-taking is critical to finding a powerful style; we've got to be willing to change our minds, make some mistakes, ignore the rules others want or need. Notice them with respect, then move on to own own Wonderful Worlds.
Remember when the rules for women's dress were even more stringent? (I will spare everyone the lengthy horrific list of what we could and could not wear, especially professionally). Rules about what colors could or could not marry in an outfit?
I study marketing and retail psychology, among other things. FASHION is agreed by those in the business to be a Tool to get people to buy more than they need--last year's stuff won't work because someone puts it on the dated list. Granted, each of us may discard a style we once over-endulged in, but that's an internal barometer, not externally imposed.
I adore it when JCrewers share size information, fit, how things are made, their favorites, what they are trying or yearning for. I despair when they go on to tell us what they hate. [Some of us are wearing and enjoying what they hate. And it's no good to say, "Ignore them!" because we are Social Animals, especially women. It rains on our Unique Parade, a wee bit.]
Clouds of Confetti at a JCrewers
who enjoy the journey to their own style--
and who consistently applaud their sisters,
who see the world a bit differently!
Anon @ 11:39,
ReplyDeleteI agree. If something is a special to you that is all that matters. You can update your look in many other ways, but still stay true to your own style. At times, I do question why I have kept some things, however there are other items that I wish I would have kept (like my mom's jewelry from the 60s and 70s).
I definitely care about trends, however sometimes I think we are slaves to it. I know that these J.Crew items are not the highest of quality, but if you smile 5 years from now while wearing it what else matters? ;)
Athena
Professor,
ReplyDeleteI think we responded at the same time (ha!), and as usual well said by you. :)
Positivity!!!
Athena
Iridescent winks at you, Athena.
ReplyDeleteSilver_Lining: thanks once again for the item number and the link! I was able to find the jacket and got it at additional 30% off from the 5th ave store in NY! They also had the size I wanted. I sized down since everyone says its quite roomy. thanks again!!!
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