"Thanks!" to many of you, including Irina, who shared the following promotion from J.Crew.J.Crew is offering customers 30% off all sale items (no min) and free shipping on $150+ with promo code MUSTHAVE. This offer expires Thursday, October 13 2011. The fine print includes:
*No exchanges, no returns on items marked as final sale. Offer valid at jcrew.com and J.Crew retail stores only. Offer is not valid at J.Crew Factory stores. Offer does not apply to previous purchases or the purchase of gift cards. Additional 30% off discount applies to J.Crew sale and Factory online sale items only. Offer valid through Thursday, October 13, 2011, 11:59pm ET. Savings are applied at checkout with code MUSTHAVE. Offer not valid on phone orders. Limit one promotional code per order. Details of offer are subject to change.As many of you have pointed out, this offer applies to J.Crew's brick & mortar stores. Yey! J.Crew has a bit of merchandise to clear out and this promo is a great way to do it. :)
Will you be checking out the Sale section? Are there any items you are hoping to see or to get?
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ReplyDeleteIf they would restock I would be more excited :)
ReplyDeleteJust patiently waiting for final sale to go away.....Should be in the next week or two hopefully:) I would rather pay more $ and have the option to return.
ReplyDeleteI have not bought any sale for two months now. No final sale for me.
ReplyDeleteJust wish the stripe boy shirt in silk would show up on sale on line in the henna and blue colorways too :>
ReplyDeleteEh... nothing really interesting me except the lady lace popover, but I can't buy final sale. I'm with Genny, I'll wait for fall sale.
ReplyDeleteThe $175 minimum for free shipping stinks, too.
I'd be happy for any guidance on the following issue. I purchased a suit in a local retail store this past weekend. The suit was not on sale in the store but is currently 20% plus an additional 30% off online. The suit has been sent to the tailor to be altered, so I can't return it. Is there any chance they would give me a credit at the store?
ReplyDeleteBeautifulmind, they will do price adjustment if it was full price and under 7 days.
ReplyDeleteShorts. I bought 5 pairs of shorts. With the extra % off they all came to around $11. Sadly, it's still shorts weather where I live, so I can still be in a hot weather frame of mind. And for $11 I can always tuck them away for next summer and feel better when everyone is paying FP for theirs next May.
ReplyDeleteCan anybody help me with a question about the fair isle sweater that's currently on sale? I love the look but have problems with wool or scratchy yarns. How does it feel? Is is likely to irritate sensitive skin?
ReplyDeletethanks so much.
@ Moya; I didn't try on the Fair Isle sweater but I picked it up and it looked like it would be fuzzy in a couple of washes. I would peg it as Monet: looks better from far away. And their Alpaca blends tend to be itchier than other yarns. Them's my $.02, HTH.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, dinster--you just saved me money. It is a shame that they couldn't make such a nice sweater in a better yarn.
ReplyDeleteMoya - I tried on the Fair Isle sweater last week and it was a little itchy, but not horrible. However my biggest gripe was that it was a very boxy fit - it may be what you're looking for, though. On me it looked frumpy.
ReplyDeleteordered 2 sweaters and a pair of cords... fingers crossed everything is good since the sweaters are final sale and one of them was a pop back which originally sold out a long time ago.
ReplyDeletep.s. verification word is "extra"... wouldn't it be nice if jcrew sent me something "extra" with my package? :)
Ha MissJR, as long as the "extra" isn't used tissues in a pocket! ;) That story still makes me shudder.
ReplyDeleteThanks frugalprepster--boxy isn't the look I'm going for. I was hoping for something more 1920s like the sweaters worn in IT or something that drapes rather than boxes out.
ReplyDeleteWould love to know what items have been added to sale in stores... may have to check that out at lunchtime today and report back. I really want the mohair cardi in tangerine which I realize is catalog/web only, but given that they seem to have a lot of inventory I wouldn't be totally surprised to see it on a sale rack in the not-so-distant future - I would just go ahead and order it if not for the $8.95 flat rate shipping which negates the extra percentage off IMO, or if they would lower the price a bit more to move the inventory, OR if they lowered the free shipping minimum from $175.00. Seems too tricky these days to purchase just one item from the website. I truly miss the old days of free shipping promos on any amount - I'm reminded of a particular holiday season (2005 maybe?) in which I was able to order a pair of cashmere gloves on super sale as a fabulous last minute gift thanks to a free shipping promo. Don't think that's happening this year! ;)
ReplyDeleteIn other news, the 5th Avenue store in NYC seemed to have a pretty healthy sale section as of last night - got the Adrianna pumps in roasted chestnut for around $89 and the fair isle vest for $11.89! Love love love that they allowed me to apply my 15% student discount on top of the 30% off sale items.
Will definitely report back if there is anything new in the sale section of my B&M today.
Subscribing. :)
ReplyDeleteDara, do the Adriana pumps fit TTS? Are they wide enough for an 'M' foot? TIA
ReplyDeleteHas anyone bought the lady lace popover in the champagne color? Wondering if it's worth picking up, since the lighter colors don't usually make it that much further in markdowns before they start falling out of stock....
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone have any experience with the Minnetonka® deerskin moccasins?? I am liking them at around $41, plus of course the $8.95 shipping which I am not liking. Honestly, I keep looking at items, compare the original price and the sale price and other than a few items there really aren't any amazing deals for me. I am still holding out for the outwear sale that I hoping for..we had 5 inches of snow on Saturday and this weekend it is supposed to be 80..so can hold out a bit longer for outerwear.
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ReplyDelete@egyptomaniac: I'm down south too! Are you in TX by any chance? I also bought some shorts since the only ones I own right now are only for exercising :) Did you get the summerweight chino shorts?
ReplyDeleteWent to the B&M this morning, I apologize if this has already been noted but I didn't go this weekend so not sure if it was new of today. Anyway, the liquid silk skirt is on sale in both colors for $89.99 before 30% off, the plaid flair skirt is on sale as well ($99 maybe? Not sure) as are the cafe capri in toile jaquard and the ones that look like the houndsthood but are thicker ($99)?
ReplyDeleteThe liquid silk skirt is the only midi skirt that doesn't look frumpy on me (it actually looks very elegant), so it was a must-have for me.
The herringbone shirtdress is on sale as well for $89.99. HTH someone!
If anyone is looking for the Paisley pencil skirt from Spring in a sz 10, there was one in Green Hills Mall in Nashville yesterday (marked $89.99 pre=30%, I think). The wool herringbone shirt dress was marked $89.99 in-store yesterday (pre-30%); super-cute, but super-short.
ReplyDeleteRose, I found that the Adrianna pumps were just slightly smaller than TTS; I went up half a size whereas I usually go down half a size in JC flats. The width seems about normal, perhaps just slightly on the narrow side, although what's great about having 4 straps is that you can adjust the width for a better fit. HTH!
ReplyDeleteTo update my earlier post, just popped by the 45th & Madison store in NYC; no major updates to the sale section since late last week. Saw a bunch of Fisherman sweater, some tanks and tees, origami minis in the peony print and a whole bunch of capri pants in the houndstooth pattern (same print as the origami mini in houndstooth although I'm not sure what the pants are called). Also saw a fabulous long button-down sweater vest in gray with black suede pockets which just so happened to be my size, but it was the only one of its kind and not marked down so I'm pretty sure it was there by mistake - still, that will be one to look for on markdown! If anyone knows of this item and can comment on whether it is brand new or on sale, I'd love to know! My lunchtime shopping trips are always so hurried that I forget to ask questions while in store.
Ema what a great price on the liquid silk skirt!
ReplyDeleteI ordered a Jackie Cardigan for my MIL's bday and ride-alongs for me: a couple of perfect shirts to wear with my heather acorn pencil skirt.
@Ema- thanks for the info about the liquid silk skirt, it's not on sale online but I called my store nearby to try it on.
ReplyDelete@Moya- I tried the Fair Isle sweater in camel and found it to be itchy (I wore a short sleeve t-shirt underneath). Though I'm pretty sensitive to wool, I do like the color and cut but can't justify buying it because it's just too itchy for me.
Thanks very much, Dara.
ReplyDeleteCould not resist popping in to see the sale in-store, as much as I tried. Got the bonnie dress for $55.99, which I think is a steal, as well as the printed wool scarf in the blue floral for $24.49. Also found the Cailey cord blazer (47601) in cedar (a dark camel) marked down to $120, $84 after 30% off. It fit perfectly for me -- it felt fitted through the body with slightly broader than usual shoulders.
ReplyDeletei have given up trying to figure out JCrew's markdown practices, doesnt it seem that they mark stuff down from first markdown then to 2nd and final really quickly. I bought the coastline tshirt at the end of sept. at 1st markdown, then it goes to 2nd markdown and with the add'l 30. within 12 days really annoying
ReplyDeleteI was going to return it, but they gave me the "curtesy" refund. which means to me that they dont want the merchandise back, they would sooner give the refund even though it is past the 7 days
there is no point in buying at anything full price or first markdown
josanne- regarding the Minnetonka® deerskin moccasins. I have a pair and I like them. You do need to water proof them (at least I did mine). They are comfortable and cute.
ReplyDeleteMy store is basic bare bones, with very few items and it seems we get things a month later than everyone else it is probably a really good thing for my pocket book but I do get a little jealous when things like PLAID FLAIR SKIRT go on sale! They don't have this skirt but I may have to figure out a way to get my hands on one!
MegCrew, what size do you want in the plaid flair skirt? I'm planning to go to a large B&M tomorrow at lunch. I'd be happy to put the skirt on hold for you if they have it.
ReplyDeleteAre the fisherman sweaters on sale in store? Specifically the SF or Emeryville stores, if anyone has been. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteshopalot-you are wonderful! I called around to some larger stores on the west coast and have one on its way to me. Thank you so much for your offer though! You are a gem.
ReplyDeletesimply complex -yes, the fisherman sweaters are on sale in my store and I have read that others are seeing the same. I believe they are $59.99 + 30% off. The sale was on most colors but the vintage champagne color. I would grab yours now, it seems like the sizes are selling out.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much MegCrew!
ReplyDelete@sue.bee- yes! Deep south Texas near South Padre. It's so hot down here, we could wear shorts for the next few months!
ReplyDeleteHas anyone any experience with the glass pearl necklaces? Do they look fabulous or fake? Considering the opera length for my girls, but one is a jewelry snob, LOL!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Joelle. I'm also sensitive to wool so I'll be passing on that one and using the savings towards one of the cashmere sweaters that I want and will wear.
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone know when the fall rewards cards get to us, approximately?
ReplyDeleteI ordered the cowlneck poncho and the origami mini in toile jacquard yesterday and they arrived this afternoon, talk about quick turn around! I love the cowlneck poncho and had been eyeing it for a while but it was only really worth the markdown price with the extra 30%. I got a small (my regular size) and actually love the oversize fit. It will look fabulous with skinny jeans. The origami mini in toile jacquard is gorgeous. I got the same size as the one in houndstooth (a 4, my regular) and this one is actually a bit tighter, interestingly, but fits. I didn't end up sizing up for either origami mini and I think they're TTS. The pleating allows for a little extra room in the hips :)
ReplyDeletesimply complex, all the fisherman sweaters are on sale for $59.99, including the vintage champagne color (I believe this one went on sale today as it wasn't on sale last week). I really like this one but the weave is very loose and it was pulling a bit on the chest in my regular xs. Anybody sized up on this one? I feel like I should wait for a better price but I really love the vintage champagne color and I am sure that it will disappear quickly from the racks in my size...
ReplyDeleteWhat can anyone tell me about the shimmermist sweater, 49984? Is it true to size?
ReplyDeleteI know others are talking about this fisherman sweater but I want to give a word of warning about the shrunken fisherman sweater. I bought the navy on sale and after one wearing it had loose threads popping out all over and looked like a rag. I wore it again to walk the dog (couldn't be seen anywhere else in it) and there is already a hole in the elbow and the other side is ready to give. Totally not worth 2c IMO. Buyer beware.
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ReplyDeleteI found the Shimmermist true to size but I found the colors rather blah in real life. I was really hoping the lighter color would be a true sparkly gold but it was just kind of bland. I also noticed that many of them had pulls in the fabric. It's that kind of sweater. Wasn't so impressed in real life.
Thanks OperaRach! Bummer - I was hoping for something a little more exciting. I haven't been in the store for at least a month so I'm out of touch.
ReplyDeleteSnagged two Stripe Boy Shirts (navy and cider) and the silk polka dot top - I think the prices are great for 100% silk tops.
ReplyDeleteHas anyone tried the Lady Lace Popover in champagne? I'd love to know if it's sheer.
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ReplyDeletegot my boys their Halloween costume pieces from the sale!
ReplyDeleteCancan - Irl pic of the shimmermist on 1 More Shopping Blog
ReplyDeletesimply complex - The store may not have the fisherman sweaters merchandised in the sale section or marked as on sale, but if you take it to the register, it should ring up at the sale price.
ReplyDeleteJosanne, I bought a pair of Minnetonkas at Nordstrom a few years ago and I love them... they literally saved me last winter when I sprained my ankle and couldn't fit into any of my other shoes!
ReplyDeleteema- I did size up on the Fisherman. I usually wear an XS (like in the Shrunken Fisherman) but I liked how the small fit better in the wool blend one, especially with a button up shirt under it. I am bummed that they just NOW mark down the Vintage Champagne! I asked the SA about it last Saturday and she said that was the only color that was still FP.
ReplyDeletethe Winsome dress is on sale in store for $109!
ReplyDeleteMegCrew and Disco George, thanks for the fb on the Minnetonkas. I am going to swing by my B&M after work and see what they have and then buy the mocs tonight.
ReplyDeleteRe: deerskin mocs
ReplyDeleteI have two pairs. They are SO comfy. If you're between sizes, size down. Wear them gingerly outside though... the leather is already scraped on the bottom of one of my pairs after wearing less than 10 times. The leather is really soft and therefore easily damaged.
Ladies! I have to take back my positive review of the Aviator chinos! Check out my post HERE
ReplyDeleteSnagged the Kirtley satchel I blogged about here for $104.99. Not too shabby...
ReplyDeleteOT, but there's a cashmere blazer in size 10 at a BIN of $55 (free ship) on ebay. I have an older cashmere blazer from JC that I loooove.
ReplyDeletehttp://www.ebay.com/itm/GORGEOUS-J-CREW-100-CASHMERE-GRAY-BLAZER-AMAZING-SOFT-CASHMERE-BLAZER-SIZE-10-/150676190669?pt=US_CSA_WC_Suits&hash=item23150035cd
OMG, shopwithm, thank you for posting that! I just bought it. I am currently a 6-8 but since it's older, I have a feeling it will fit. I have a couple of the 2007 and older coats in size 10 and they work well. Crossing my fingers!!! I have a cashmere herringbone blazer from a few years ago but it is currently too small.
ReplyDeleteJcrewJD -- Hooray, so glad you got it! If you're looking to sell your older one, let me know, lol!
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ReplyDeleteWant to share reviews of three dresses: Chambray shirtdress (currently sold out but I've seen it pop back), Shutterbug dress and Sightseer dress (online only). Shutterbug and Sightseer are on sale in one colorway with 30% off with the promo until end of day tomorrow. Links, IRL photos and reviews on my blog. HTH someone.
ReplyDeleteWanted to post some quickie sale item reviews for those stalking the 30% off sale
ReplyDeleteSee them here
@egyptomaniac - great to meet a fellow Texan here! :)
ReplyDeleteGrrr. Please if anyone sees a Cowlneck Poncho in XXS anywhere let me know! I guess I waited too long on this one...
ReplyDeleteOperach, the Nashville store had several cowlneck ponchos a couple nights ago (not sure of sizes)--615-298-5722. Good luck. I love this poncho--hope it cools off here soon so I can put it to use!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Wendy! I'll give them a ring tomorrow. It's not looking good as I already did a we will find it and got a big fat no... :)
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