This is the weekly "Other JCrew-like Retailers" post (similar to the "Off On A Tangent" posts), where we can share our finds from other retailers that have offerings similar to J.Crew (like Anthropologie, LE Canvas, Gap, BR, Talbots, Ann Taylor, and the like.)If you have recently encountered items that are similar to J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.
Please feel free to share your story on almost any topic— including experiences with certain merchandise pieces, promotions/ offers, in-store visits, transactions with store associates, etc.
Piperlime - SIZZLE for 15% off ends tonite, Tue. Some cute picks in this post.
ReplyDeletecompletely off topic, but the golden burgundy version of the pencil skirt went on sale today + 30% off! I ended up getting it for $50 off and it was only released last thursday! And the pompon capris went on sale and then 30% off - I scored them for $226 canadian and no final sale! Wahoo! Hope they work!
ReplyDeleteSome Ann Taylor and Lands' End reviews on my blog at www.beachchicstyle.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteSome Banana Republic items in this post.
ReplyDeleteI'm hoping someone can comment on Boden's sizing... Per the size charts, it looks like Boden's size 2 should be between J.Crew's 0 and 00 (although I no longer trust J.Crew's size chart). I'm hoping a Boden 2 is comparable to J.Crew 00, but I suspect it might be more like a J.Crew 0? Any insight appreciated!
ReplyDeleteGrande, I'm a 4 in the Cafe Capris/Minnies and a 6 at Boden.
DeleteWhat item(s) are you considering? You should check out My Superfluities. She does a Weekly Boden Roundup of Boden reviews.
This code (also from My Superfluities) will get you 15% off + free shipping both ways: W01A
I'm the same way as Mei. I usually take a size 4 at J Crew, but is almost always a US size 6 at Boden.
DeleteThanks for the info, Mei and Keilexandra! I like several dresses on the Boden website, and I'm also considering the waxed biker jacket (#WE328) as an alternative to J.Crew's downtown field jacket. With free shipping both ways, I may as well check it out!
DeleteI'm a 00 (or smaller) in jcrew and recently purchased dresses and sweater from Boden in a size 2. They were all a bit too big
DeleteCaveat: I haven't actually bought anything from Boden, but I've studied their garment measurement charts for several seasons. In dresses, I usually take a 2 at Anthropologie but a 0 (or 2P) at J.Crew, and based on measurements I would fit well into Boden's size 2. So it would be equivalent to a JC 0 for me (although I'm between XS and XXS in JC alpha sizes), FWIW since I know I'm in the minority in consistently sizing down from Anthro to J.Crew.
ReplyDelete@ Grande (reply won't work) I'm always a sz. 2 in everything at J Crew, and usually a US sz. 4 (sometimes even a 6) in Boden. I think the run small compared with J Crew. I've done several reviews of Boden on my blog lately here . Just scroll down to see them all. Also, Boden always posts actual garment measurements for everything, which is always nice if you're unsure. HTH!
ReplyDeleteGrande--I have found that skirts and tailored dresses and pants run small and long compared with J. Crew. The size 2 likely fits like a 0 or 00.
ReplyDeleteThe jersey pieces run large and long, so a 2 would be more like a 4.
The jackets tend to be true to size, but I suspect the waxed biker jacket you are looking at will be fine in that size for you, and as you mentioned the free ship there and back definitely helps!
I love the look of that jacket and have always thought it looked like a decent option if you missed out on the downtown field jacket.
I would love to know what you thought of it! If you grab a moment when you receive it, would you mind e-mailing me at dinagideon AT aim DOT com? I could include it in my weekly roundup. (Only if you have the time, though!)
I also wanted to remind folks that next Monday, June 25, is the date that the Boden Autumn 2012 Preview is officialy ending its 20% off (with free ship and returns) special.
ReplyDeleteI did a blog post on my picks, and plan to publish a second blog post with some more picks tomorrow. There is a lot of pretty out there, and in speaking with one of my JCA friends today, she mentioned that Boden fall may get a good percentage of her clothing budget. Hmm. ;)
You all have a great night. I hope I can get this week's installment of the weekly review roundup (thanks, Mei, for the shoutout, btw) done tonight.
Madewell reviews HERE, including the True Love Shrunken Oxford Shirt and Duskfall Jacket.
ReplyDeleteI did a review on Talbot's patent leather pumps.here
ReplyDeleteThey are such a steal right now with the extra 30% off summer sale. Have to say I'm loving Talbots lately, even though I think some of their jackets are cut a bit boxy.
The new Ann Taylor Seashell Necklace is a definate one to check out for all those who love a great statement necklace. It is a very classic looking piece with great weight to it. I love it!
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ReplyDeleteKate Spade Extra 25% Off Sale happening now.
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