tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post2157061979071980809..comments2024-03-28T05:33:23.130-04:00Comments on J.Crew Aficionada: J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs!}Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}http://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comBlogger70125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-46133608399009247392012-01-06T15:19:36.765-05:002012-01-06T15:19:36.765-05:00Does anyone have thoughts on the Nolita jean jacke...Does anyone have thoughts on the Nolita jean jacket? I feel a void since I got rid of my denim jacket about a year ago and think I need a new one. Is this one it? I don't like the price tag, but it sure could be cute...right? maybe? <br /><br />Or anyone find a good other brand? And it needs to be soft. I hate stiff denim! :)TXgirl14https://www.blogger.com/profile/07884860632767475779noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-32185865369655403582012-01-05T23:38:41.706-05:002012-01-05T23:38:41.706-05:00Thanks, AJC! They just went on sale, so I may take...Thanks, AJC! They just went on sale, so I may take my chances:)r lamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06104224126841418165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-44159858222099115942012-01-05T12:57:35.311-05:002012-01-05T12:57:35.311-05:00r lama, I have reviewed Macalister wedge booties w...r lama, I have reviewed Macalister wedge booties with the shearling lining couple of weeks ago. They are very cute, warm and comfortable. I am in between 8 and 8.5, I wear 8.5 in most J crew heels and I took 8 in them. They run quite narrow so at first I thought they are too small but after wearing them for couple of days they are OK. They do get water stains if you wear them in the rain, but maybe weatherproofing would help. I got compliments from everybody when I was wearing them, i find them nice alternative for Uggs. With all that said there is plenty of similar shoes from other retailers that you can get for better price.ajchttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15697200294387151584noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-50702949325992360812012-01-05T00:33:20.844-05:002012-01-05T00:33:20.844-05:00Thanks, gigofca--I'd never even heard of this ...Thanks, gigofca--I'd never even heard of this miracle product! I definitely will check it out! :) Thanks, too, for your many JC reviews; I check your site often!Leahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00025726618225440809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-74487944312342405882012-01-04T22:47:30.737-05:002012-01-04T22:47:30.737-05:00pathos: Wow, thanks so much for saving me the even...pathos: Wow, thanks so much for saving me the eventual return. So sad they are so cute online, that seems to be the same old song, looks great online/real life quality terrible.WindycityWardrobehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04043857403934176462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-22491587659865279102012-01-04T22:16:10.333-05:002012-01-04T22:16:10.333-05:00windycitywardrobe- RE: the miller short motorcycle...windycitywardrobe- RE: the miller short motorcycle boots. I bought them on a promo ahwile back b/c I liked the brown color, but the leather was so, disgustingly cheap looking, I didn't even take them out of the box to try on. I have them in black from last year, and it is a way different leather. Anyone else notice?pathoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11136372135790470375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-72427210697379642722012-01-04T21:54:40.694-05:002012-01-04T21:54:40.694-05:00killing (me) -and my walletkilling (me) -and my walletWindycityWardrobehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04043857403934176462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-76128532197443528502012-01-04T21:52:26.047-05:002012-01-04T21:52:26.047-05:00Can anyone comment on the Miller motorcycle boots?...Can anyone comment on the Miller motorcycle boots? It's killing to buy them now at full price after all the promos, but any reviews would help, TIA.WindycityWardrobehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04043857403934176462noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-24763237180232620842012-01-04T20:36:18.479-05:002012-01-04T20:36:18.479-05:00Well, I'm sad sad tonight. I went to my b&...Well, I'm sad sad tonight. I went to my b&m this afternoon and tried on the blue grotto dyed jeans and OMG, they were SO tight in the 32 I couldn't button them! Yes, I gained a few lbs. recently, but not that much. I think they run small. And since they no longer make 33's, I won't be buying these jeans, sadly. :(Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-42075227393798125182012-01-04T20:30:21.598-05:002012-01-04T20:30:21.598-05:00Leah - In addition to baby powder, try the Band Ai...Leah - In addition to baby powder, try the Band Aid friction blocking stick, <a href="http://www.band-aid.com/our-products/advanced-protection" rel="nofollow"><b>seen here</b></a>, scroll down. Sometimes the squeaking is caused by your feet sticking to the shoe, even if you can't feel it. I've tried lotions, but they don't work like the Band Aid stick.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06119918515498248436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-74319483407662830452012-01-04T19:41:01.772-05:002012-01-04T19:41:01.772-05:00Thanks so much, InboxImpulse, Caitlin, and shopalo...Thanks so much, InboxImpulse, Caitlin, and shopalot! I am glad to know I'm not alone in this. It was embarrassing to walk around "cubeville" that way today; in fact, two of my colleagues commented on--and laughed at--the squeaking. It was THAT loud! LOL! I'll try wearing them around the house--and using baby powder. I appreciate the tips!Leahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00025726618225440809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-538355172196434962012-01-04T16:57:28.162-05:002012-01-04T16:57:28.162-05:00Quick fix for squeaking shoe problem -- happened t...Quick fix for squeaking shoe problem -- happened to me with a brand new pair of flats. It was so embarassing in the office with the squeak, squeak on every step. I Googled for tips and found an easy one. Sprinkle baby powder inside the shoes and knock it around like you are flouring a cake pan. Sounds goofy but it totally worked for me. I keep a mini container of baby powder in my desk drawer for this specific purpose!shopalothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02386489288596221420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-39768179372504064662012-01-04T15:49:49.044-05:002012-01-04T15:49:49.044-05:00Leah - I haven't had that problem with my pate...Leah - I haven't had that problem with my patent Monas, but my suede ones squeak like crazy!!! I was sooo self conscious when I wore them to the office. I did read somewhere that the squeak goes away as they break in, so maybe wear them around the house for a while to try and expedite the process?Caitlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01172782486495509920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-1243163485625666552012-01-04T15:05:04.059-05:002012-01-04T15:05:04.059-05:00Hi Leah,
I purchased the Coddington pump last yea...Hi Leah,<br /><br />I purchased the Coddington pump last year and could hardly wear them because of the squeak. I don't notice it as much anymore now that they are worn in. I was self conscious at work too because I felt like everyone could hear it in 'cube-ville.'<br /><br />I did receive a pair of monas for Christmas. I haven't walked far in them, so I haven't heard the squeak yet.InboxImpulsehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03888931506648245126noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-37401085119315385182012-01-04T15:01:11.331-05:002012-01-04T15:01:11.331-05:00This is more of a question than a review, but has ...This is more of a question than a review, but has anyone else had trouble with their Mona patent pumps making very audible squeaking/creaking noises when you walk? I just bought a pair on ebay and am wearing them for the first time, and the squeaking is so loud that I don't know how I'll be able to continue wearing them to the office if it doesn't let up.Leahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00025726618225440809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-56321034326068528202012-01-04T14:43:50.348-05:002012-01-04T14:43:50.348-05:00I just bought the tweed hacking and did not like t...I just bought the tweed hacking and did not like the fit. I'm 5' 3" and it flared really awkwardly out at the hips. Not flattering. I tried both the 0 and 2. Maybe next year...<br /><br />The Jules dress in is a gem. Super cute. I purchased a 2 for a lose, casual feel. THe silk is nice quality too as it doesn't wrinkle after sitting through dinner! <br /><br />Has anyone purchased the Macalister wedge booties with the shearling lining? I'm so curious...r lamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06104224126841418165noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-76867698601695914842012-01-04T14:00:17.553-05:002012-01-04T14:00:17.553-05:00Just visiting -thanks for the info and link! Norma...Just visiting -thanks for the info and link! Normally a size 6 in camis with it being tight around the bust. Should I size up because of the pleats?KaileeChttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12442608000725110906noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-78800722591254433142012-01-04T13:32:52.959-05:002012-01-04T13:32:52.959-05:00Pathos...thank you for the info!Pathos...thank you for the info!Miss Penny Z.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09439916041946017282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-56822617272381271352012-01-04T12:35:04.809-05:002012-01-04T12:35:04.809-05:00Hi Carolyn! Yes, I assume that we can't return...Hi Carolyn! Yes, I assume that we can't return in-store because we pay for online orders in U.S. dollars. <br /><br />I live in Toronto and frequently ship my orders to Niagara Falls/Buffalo and then go down to pick them up. Then I go to a mall in Buffalo that has a JC store, check for flaws and try on my items and return what I don't want in-store on the spot. <br /><br />I went to the Toronto JC store shortly after Christmas when they were still doing 50% off sale items...they had clearly received a massive shipment of sale items from U.S. stores or the warehouse, since they had items that I hadn't seen in the Toronto store for months (TONS of Fisherman Sweaters) along with items that they never actually carried at regular price in the Toronto store. Very strange. Also, the sale prices were quite high, so I imagine they set them with the additional 50% off in mind.Caitlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01172782486495509920noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-79452482080577899562012-01-04T10:43:48.189-05:002012-01-04T10:43:48.189-05:00@MrsKaileeC, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Lana Cami. It...@MrsKaileeC, I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the Lana Cami. It's thin & flimsy, so I think it's way overpriced even with the current promo. I usually wear a size 6 in JCrew button downs (perfect fit) but wear size 4 in cami's so that's what I ordered in the Lana. I think it fits tts. It doesn't have the bra tabs in the straps but they're wide enough to cover bra straps & the straps stay up.<br /><br />Here's a link to a solid review w/irl pic's:<br /><a href="http://willwork4shuz.blogspot.com/2011/11/jcrew-review-lana-cami-neon-azalea.html" rel="nofollow">WillWork 4 Shuz's Lana Review</a>JustVisitinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10656188832783701628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-45184946768622524352012-01-04T10:39:01.770-05:002012-01-04T10:39:01.770-05:00Pathos...I would love to read your reviews on the ...Pathos...I would love to read your reviews on the MiH jeans...is your blog private?Kelleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15696954939131538085noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-13625473365318157602012-01-04T09:30:54.343-05:002012-01-04T09:30:54.343-05:00Carolyn from Vancouver here...
Caitlin... thank ...Carolyn from Vancouver here...<br /><br /><br />Caitlin... thank you for the info. I am assuming we can't return because on-line we pay in $US and this would be a way of getting a really good deal from J CREW ? <br />If you live in Vancouver and go to the store when it opens I will be the women shopping in the sale section only....the canadian prices are unbelievable. Did anyone read the article in the globe and mail when the Toronto store opened... I think J crew will not do that well in Canada esp. since we are getting more US stores every year. Target is coming 2013...Anthro is here in Van and this is probably only the beginning.<br />I will maybe order online again but only with no final sale and I will try Mia's advice on the shipping to across the border...this is the best option to save more than just a few dollars... It will save plenty....J crew you are making it difficult to be a JCA in Canada. Thanks to all the JCA's for all the help on this site. CAROLYNUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15748716793401919727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-37281140989461087392012-01-04T08:15:23.195-05:002012-01-04T08:15:23.195-05:00Thanks for the information on the basket weave ski...Thanks for the information on the basket weave skirt. I will need to wait for sale as I just don't think any of Jcrews items are worth full price anymore(original) Gennyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17209889879826124486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-42289225242702244952012-01-04T06:34:13.067-05:002012-01-04T06:34:13.067-05:00Miss PennyZ- I have those jeans, in the Pinetop wa...Miss PennyZ- I have those jeans, in the Pinetop wash, I reviewed them last week. The color is a really nice bright, faded blue. They are very, very tight in my normal jean size 26, with hardly any stretch. I wore them all day the other day and they barely stretched out. I don't think sizing up would work for the waiste/butt area. Anyway, I chalked them up to tight jeans to wear with flip flops come spring. HTH, see my last week review.pathoshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11136372135790470375noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-23023135303755417602012-01-04T03:42:56.051-05:002012-01-04T03:42:56.051-05:00Mia, thanks for the great news! Hopefully we can s...Mia, thanks for the great news! Hopefully we can see it open this spring!Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05184724930345348154noreply@blogger.com