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.
Follow up on the Talbots Fit and Flare Dress in Paradise Green. Absolute love. Fully lined cotton, the bodice is very flattering, skirt is twirly but definitely not too voluminous. The bow at the natural waist is so cute. I can see it as a casual sundress w sandals or for dressier occasions. The green is almost identical to the J Crew Eyelet Shirtdress, and I love that color. Length might be a smidge long for me but I couldn't do petite.
ReplyDeleteHi Ruffles, thank you for the update! How did you find sizing compared to Jcrew? I just bought my first item from talbots -the Flamingo Print skirt and bought the smallest sz which is a 2 but it's a tad big. I'm normally a 0 or 2 in Jcrew skirts.
DeleteAs for the flamingo print skirt, it's lovely! Cotton and machine washable and the pleats lay nicely. I'm a sucker for flamingoes and palm trees so I had to order it. The 2 is a bit low on my hips but there's no smalle sz and its fine so I'm keeping it. I've never been to a talbots store but now I'm going to check one out when I'm near one.
Hi Jan, I don't have much experience w Talbots sizing so I called for measurements. I fit my regular J Crew size 4 in the dress. At 5'4" I'm kind of borderline petite sizes for length but I don't think I could've done petite in it.
DeleteThank you, Ruffles! If I can get to a store sometime I'll try it.
DeleteNoticed J Crew Factory also had a flamingo print but in 3" shorts and a cami. The shorts are bit too short for my taste but I admired the print.
ReplyDeleteThey are cute! Agree that 3" shorts are too short for me too.
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