tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post3409507601221830594..comments2024-03-29T05:59:14.581-04:00Comments on J.Crew Aficionada: Seek & Find: Will you visit J.Crew this Weekend?Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}http://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comBlogger140125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-58561529043520534432014-01-13T18:12:54.990-05:002014-01-13T18:12:54.990-05:00I have the shoe version and it fits me in my usual...I have the shoe version and it fits me in my usual regular size. The seam on the side, where the buckles buckle, sometimes digs into one of my feet. It's probably just how that foot fits in the shoe. The boot doesn't have a seam at the same spot. Otherwise I like the shoes. They're sleek and classic.LTeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02075016414178619156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-17524603922867795402014-01-13T03:44:07.087-05:002014-01-13T03:44:07.087-05:00Thank you, Jan. It's tough to resist items whe...Thank you, Jan. It's tough to resist items when they go so low. Inevitably one or two get added to the museum.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06119918515498248436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-13750449776082368912014-01-13T01:39:18.327-05:002014-01-13T01:39:18.327-05:00Hi! Were these the ankle boots or the tall shaft?Hi! Were these the ankle boots or the tall shaft?Trishhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02655344747387211883noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-19812909863028997332014-01-12T23:18:55.008-05:002014-01-12T23:18:55.008-05:00@gracefully- as I was reading your note, I started...@gracefully- as I was reading your note, I started thinking of some of the beautiful tops in my wardrobe that haven't gotten enough wear- all jewel tones! I can't wait to get my blazer and try all the new (to me) and exciting combinations! I am so glad to have this forum to ask these questions and get expert advice : ) Thanks to you and shopmurphy! Calicoandtweedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07711143615189712694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-4526140669369338522014-01-12T22:57:47.179-05:002014-01-12T22:57:47.179-05:00IslandGirl, thank you so much for this. I'm ac...IslandGirl, thank you so much for this. I'm actually on the fence, and i keep rocking back and forth - ha! so your review helps a lot. the misty rose is what i was looking at online for myself and i thought this just looks so pretty and i could think of all these outfits i could make with it. then i saw the irl pics of the ivory one and went nahhh, and your review makes me reconsider. again! the polyester lining is really making me hesitate though. i hate polyester. hate how it feels. hate how it doesn't let my skin breathe. not a fan of what the manufacturing does to the environment. and in general, i've been trying to make a point with my purchases to not buy polyester from my favorite stores, as a way to discourage them from choosing crappy synthetics and charging us the same high prices as they did for silks and linens and cashmeres (yes, i am looking at you ann taylor). if i want polyester, i can go to sears, you know? really bugs me that j.crew is doing that now. so yeah, still on the fence.gracefullyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00416260719673121670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-15444532607962546282014-01-12T22:52:44.717-05:002014-01-12T22:52:44.717-05:00audreys, both victoria's secret and cvs sell t...audreys, both victoria's secret and cvs sell these no slip flower insert thingies, designed to be worn with heels and hose, so your feet don't go sliding inside. they're cushioned but have a low profile so they won't make the shoe tight and they really do work on the no slipping thing.gracefullyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00416260719673121670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-16239206036389797552014-01-12T22:50:25.104-05:002014-01-12T22:50:25.104-05:00nope. all the cutest j crew clothes can't make...nope. all the cutest j crew clothes can't make up for puffy bags. get your beauty rest. wake up 15 minutes earlier in the a.m. and get the early update. :)gracefullyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00416260719673121670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-42001744101430830692014-01-12T22:48:52.437-05:002014-01-12T22:48:52.437-05:00calico, i don't have the houndstooth schoolboy...calico, i don't have the houndstooth schoolboy BUT i have an older houndstooth skirt suit with a fitted jacket. very similar pattern size to the schoolboy. and over the years i have found that it works beautifully as a neutral - as in think of it as beige or gray or black or ivory and then pair away with it. a bright colored sweater or tee. a white or blue button down layered under a sweater. usual combos of red, wine, emerald green or kelly green, sapphire blue, violet, eggplant or deep purple (pretty much any jewel tone goes), a whole range of brights etc. also since houndstooth is so menswearish, especially in the schoolboy cut, pairing it with a simple black or ivory lace top, or one of these swiss dot tops (something delicate and girly) is lovely and fun. similarly some of j crew/bauble bar's shiny baubles do wonders for houndstooth. hope that helps!gracefullyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00416260719673121670noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-10822747216847764392014-01-12T21:27:33.715-05:002014-01-12T21:27:33.715-05:00My store had a few gems, including the tweed flare...My store had a few gems, including the tweed flare dress and crepe short-sleeve dress (FP online), reviews posted here: <br /><br />http://sparrownightingale.blogspot.com/TygerLlyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17958918012493571781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-14071044663230273142014-01-12T21:25:48.846-05:002014-01-12T21:25:48.846-05:00that's the thing, I want the store price! It&...that's the thing, I want the store price! It's $50 cheaper than online! Btw, does it run big if by some chance I do run it down? Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-42617062784283656732014-01-12T18:03:22.252-05:002014-01-12T18:03:22.252-05:00Burlington MA had 3 leather front cardigans. 2 Bl...Burlington MA had 3 leather front cardigans. 2 Black size M and one Navy (I think) XS. 129.99 before 50% off.Stephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11615124361748613986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-16349317247136143122014-01-12T17:57:13.803-05:002014-01-12T17:57:13.803-05:00 I inquired if they'd be releasing the Teddie ... I inquired if they'd be releasing the Teddie in blue because I like the Teddie, and love Blue Sea (I have/love two bags in Blue Sea, & yeah, I'd take another :) <br />They're releasing it in 'Blue Sky', which is not the same color blue (Blue Facade) as Sophie. Haven't found anything in Blue Sky on the site yet, only Sky Blue, Morning Sky, Hthr Sky, Light Sky, and omg can there be anymore names w/the word sky to describe shades of light blue???JustVisitinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10656188832783701628noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-23699389129728949402014-01-12T17:44:40.839-05:002014-01-12T17:44:40.839-05:00I had my instore VPS order it for me online (honor...I had my instore VPS order it for me online (honored the instore price plus discount - $74.99). injanuityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05413287688524567294noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-1287056977972857662014-01-12T17:20:34.220-05:002014-01-12T17:20:34.220-05:00Has anyone seen the Sabrina coat in any color, sz....Has anyone seen the Sabrina coat in any color, sz. 6 at their store??? Would love to snag it at the 50% off price. Thanks!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-88092177484603885772014-01-12T17:19:37.250-05:002014-01-12T17:19:37.250-05:00The store manager at my b&m told me Jan. 29 fo...The store manager at my b&m told me Jan. 29 for stores.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-6987469164290252742014-01-12T15:51:20.503-05:002014-01-12T15:51:20.503-05:00Thanks JCA community, have a code that works. Also...Thanks JCA community, have a code that works. Also, Piperlime is having extra 30% off sale today. ThxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05308204985468134205noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-41541157620861190272014-01-12T15:09:18.483-05:002014-01-12T15:09:18.483-05:00thank you as well....what a steal on the boots...I...thank you as well....what a steal on the boots...I would have bought them as well. The stores here in Canada did not carry the monk strap boot or loafer...hope you enjoy them...cheersUnknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15748716793401919727noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-47903514808666912732014-01-12T14:53:50.271-05:002014-01-12T14:53:50.271-05:00I tried to find out of the addtl 50% off will cont...I tried to find out of the addtl 50% off will continue tomorrow, but the sa didn't know. <br /><br />If you're heading to the store today, check out the <a href="http://bit.ly/1etZob6" rel="nofollow"><b>In-Store Price Guide</b></a>.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06119918515498248436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-24503589262533663422014-01-12T14:46:41.384-05:002014-01-12T14:46:41.384-05:00audreys - Thanks so much for the helpful info!audreys - Thanks so much for the helpful info!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06119918515498248436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-9708552516263559752014-01-12T14:26:50.195-05:002014-01-12T14:26:50.195-05:00Unknown: yes, definitely FS b/c they were 50% off...Unknown: yes, definitely FS b/c they were 50% off $169.99, bringing it to only $85. If you purchase online, it shouldn't be FS.<br /><br />Gigi: yes, the 8.5 was long and extended probably an inch beyond the end of my big toe, but it is pointed and I am quite sure that I needed the 8.5 for the toe box to be comfortable as I have smallish bunions. It wasn't enough to bother me; I have accepted that my feet are not pretty in any way and the best I can do is to make sure the shoes are cute.<br /><br />As for the shoe itself: it's a very pretty, very unusual looking ankle boot. My heels do slip because of the larger size, but not completely out b/c the straps make them quite fitted (in a good way) around the ankle. I am going to try it with a full insert, as well as just a heel insert, and with varying sock thicknesses; I am quite sure I will get it to work. And in any case, my experience with all JC shoes except the Cece is that they can all use a little extra padding. <br /><br />As I mentioned, I got the warm grey: I personally love it, it's a pretty, smoky grey that I don't see often (the website photo looks brown to me).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-71497369141106398102014-01-12T14:15:30.256-05:002014-01-12T14:15:30.256-05:00I didn't take a close look, but I saw A LOT of...I didn't take a close look, but I saw A LOT of <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/outerwear/woolpufferjackets/PRDOVR~02725/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20+225~15~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~excursion/02725.jsp?isSaleItem=false&isFromSearch=true" rel="nofollow">Excursion Quilted Vests"</a> in all three colours (navy, deep riviera and neon flamingo). Neon flamingo is truly neon, much more so than in the website pic.Rosehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05184724930345348154noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-48965738962586758842014-01-12T13:50:23.245-05:002014-01-12T13:50:23.245-05:00Thanks TrishBo - Besides the Martina Wedges, these...Thanks TrishBo - Besides the Martina Wedges, these are my first J.Crew purchase for heels. I was so happy they fit TTS. Thanks for your suggestions - I will definitely make sure I get the wear out of all three pairs!JenniferDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05330952312382241389noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-2621795732312964732014-01-12T12:44:31.640-05:002014-01-12T12:44:31.640-05:00@shopmurphy Wow! Thank you so much! I love your co...@shopmurphy Wow! Thank you so much! I love your combinations- I wouldn't have thought of these myself, I think this blazer will be way more versatile than I had originally imagined - and I bookmarked the Polyvore sets! Genius, thank you soooo much!!!Calicoandtweedhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07711143615189712694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-27440128683893060672014-01-12T12:19:57.001-05:002014-01-12T12:19:57.001-05:00audreys - I've been very curious about the mon...audreys - I've been very curious about the monk strap. Did you feel like the 8.5 made your feet look longer?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06119918515498248436noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-85740050533690185062014-01-12T12:19:10.053-05:002014-01-12T12:19:10.053-05:00@calicoandtweed when I was at the store yesterday ...@calicoandtweed when I was at the store yesterday I had my oxford blue tilda on and I really liked that pairing with it...I think chambray will work or I'm a big fan of tilda/tippi and a blazer so will probably do a heather burgundy tippi or navy tippi underneath...the right shade of ivory/lighter beige will probably work too...this jacket is a little outside my usual color scheme so I'm going to have to think! <br /><br /><a href="http://www.polyvore.com/crew_schoolboy_blazer_in_houndstooth/thing?context_id=2244136&context_type=user_fav&id=93270216&tab=sets" rel="nofollow">here</a> are the sets on Polyvore using this blazer...hth!<br /><br />shopmurphyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10592410215423970143noreply@blogger.com