tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post7663469358496236638..comments2024-03-29T05:59:14.581-04:00Comments on J.Crew Aficionada: J.Crew Stores: The Best and The WorstAlexis {J.Crew Aficionada}http://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comBlogger183125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-88644225125912808552010-07-16T01:54:34.975-04:002010-07-16T01:54:34.975-04:00I recently went to the J.Crew Montgomery Mall in t...I recently went to the J.Crew Montgomery Mall in the MD/DC area and was very pleasantly surprised!! I've been avoiding the Montgomery Mall store for the six or so years since my hubby kids and I moved to the area. the Montgomery Mall store used to be a mess from the complete lack of interest from the staff to the mad crush of rude customers I couldn't stand it! The Montgomery Mall J.Crew is the most convenient store for me though so recently I decided to give it another chance and boy am I happy I did! What a difference the time made!! It was such an incredibly enjoyable shopping experience from just walking around to the fitting room to checking out the staff made sure I was happy- they were so attentive it was wonderful. Particularly Meg and Sandy were two of the most vivacious, sweet, positive people I have ever had the pleasure of meeting! I left the store feeling so positive and just glowing and when I got home there wasn't one purchase that I regretted! They were so helpful yet so incredibly effervescent and kind it was an absolutely fabulous experience!!!! I would highly reccomend the Montgomery Mall store to everyone and I will definitely not be making the trip all the way out to Tyson's anymore!Unknownhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08407180201790208682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-82643629266819279292008-07-22T21:01:00.000-04:002008-07-22T21:01:00.000-04:00slightlyoldersally: Thanks for the nice comment ab...slightlyoldersally: Thanks for the nice comment about the blog! I have to say, the blog is only fantastic because of its members who are so willing to share and help each other. <BR/><BR/>I also agree with you about the Westport store being crowded! No matter what time or day I visit the store, it always seems to be packed! I find the associates at that store to be fine for the most part.<BR/><BR/>I agree that the New Haven store has way better associates. Although it doesn't have a shoe selection (besides some sandals) and is a bit more limited clothing-wise. I don't even bother going during the school year because that store is usually packed at all times with students. I also despise the parking situation.Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-4981620015725901572008-07-22T20:28:00.000-04:002008-07-22T20:28:00.000-04:00Hi! I know this is a very late comment, so maybe ...Hi! I know this is a very late comment, so maybe nobody will ever read it, but anyway...<BR/>Alexis, I love your blog!!! I just discovered it two weeks ago and it is my new favorite! I live in Fairfield, CT, so I bounce back and forth between the Westport and New Haven stores. I find the Westport store to be too crowded most days and there are not enough dressing rooms on the women's floor (because it used to be the men's floor). I like most of their associates (except the tall blonde one who thinks she's all that). I actually prefer the New Haven store even though it's farther away and I have to pay to park. It is very laid back, the associates are NEVER pushy and it isn't full of pretentious rich people. Plus I like to see what the "Yalies" are wearing.<BR/>That's all!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-32281393250756430302008-07-20T17:34:00.000-04:002008-07-20T17:34:00.000-04:00As a New Havener, I'm just glad we have a J. Crew ...As a New Havener, I'm just glad we have a J. Crew here. I have to say that the staff is always really helpful - Lauren the manager is so amazing but she's leaving to go back to grad school at the end of Aug - and Marian the personal shopper is very sweet.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-3175372609314680342008-07-13T21:15:00.000-04:002008-07-13T21:15:00.000-04:00Thanks JV for the nice comment about the blog. You...Thanks JV for the nice comment about the blog. You will find we have the best members here: willing to help and share their insights! :)Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-61440328810231133332008-07-13T10:27:00.000-04:002008-07-13T10:27:00.000-04:00Alexis - I recently discovered your blog and I lov...Alexis - I recently discovered your blog and I love it! :)<BR/>Anyway, I had to post b/c one of the worst stores has to be the 1-year old Annapolis, MD store. The SA are so snobby, rude and act like you shouldn't be shopping in 'their' store. It sounds like some other people have this problem too. :( Also, the store is so SO small. To be honest, I've never seen a smaller store. My husband complains b/c the men's section is almost non-existant and of course there is no crewcuts either.<BR/>I was at the Towson, MD store yesterday and they had a MUCH larger sale selection than Annapolis (though that isn't hard to beat!) and their sales associates were helpful even though the store was pretty busy.<BR/><BR/>Also, does anyone else find it SO annoying that, as of about a month or two ago, all the in-store additionally discounted sale items are now Final Sale? I mean changing online to Final Sale a few years ago is pretty ridiculous (especially since you can't try them on!) but it's now final sale in-store too? NO other retail store does that! Sorry, just venting... :)jcvhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09325317447001743552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-33907535237225143292008-07-13T00:43:00.000-04:002008-07-13T00:43:00.000-04:00Christine and Eddie & Stretch's Momma : thank you ...Christine and Eddie & Stretch's Momma :<BR/> thank you so much for going into detail about Tysons merchandise. Really nice of yoiu to post on that.Slastenahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11977562748740305040noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-71384262471069915542008-07-12T14:55:00.000-04:002008-07-12T14:55:00.000-04:00Didn't know where to put this:If anyone is looking...Didn't know where to put this:<BR/>If anyone is looking for the Carnaby carryall (item #91979), Pentagon City has tons. They are a few on the floor but many more in back, just ask an SA. They are on sale for $169,plus 25% off. Colors avail - yellow and white.Jacquiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10106832730148056747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-46109758108599393182008-07-12T14:36:00.000-04:002008-07-12T14:36:00.000-04:00Though I live and shop mostly in nyc, I visit the ...Though I live and shop mostly in nyc, I visit the Manhassett store in Long Island every now and then. I find the staff friendly and helpful. It helps to visit mid to late week, as weekends are just too busy.<BR/><BR/>The staff in the columbus circle store are not too helpful and I find the store and location too sterile. Atleast on the occasions I have visited, there wasnt much sale section to look at. Maybe my timing was wrong.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-16280487480546840012008-07-12T14:09:00.000-04:002008-07-12T14:09:00.000-04:00J.Crew in Menlo is my favorite also....some of th ...J.Crew in Menlo is my favorite also....some of th best staff and Lauren is right, it is never crowded!!! It gets two thumbs up!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-69235962186132157782008-07-12T09:36:00.000-04:002008-07-12T09:36:00.000-04:00My original J. Crew is the Atrium store in Chestnu...My original J. Crew is the Atrium store in Chestnut Hill, MA. HG of J. Crews as far as I'm concerned. I've also been a frequent customer over the years at Westfarms, CT; Madison Ave in NY (hidden gem) and all the NYC and Boston stores. I moved to Utah a couple of years ago and was relieved to find two J. Crews in Salt Lake. However, the selection is not that great - very few premium items and no shoes *sob*. I have been able to score some excellent sale finds at them though! $1.99 headbands and $50 suiting dresses are among my latest successes.<BR/><BR/>I visited the new store at the Natick, MA mall around Christmas and was not that impressed - has it gotten better in the last 7 months?Kiss On My Listhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10519812266162291894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-25227174087110373932008-07-11T23:22:00.000-04:002008-07-11T23:22:00.000-04:00I ADORE the Brinton Lakes shop. I feel so relaxed...I ADORE the Brinton Lakes shop. I feel so relaxed when I go in. I also love the Crewcuts in the back (DS runs to pick out his stuff!). I never feel rushed or crowded there.<BR/><BR/>I avoid the King of Prussia shop at all costs. Some of the staff is ambivilant, and the rest are pushy. It's always packed with people who just stand around and clog up the store.MsMhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02397920301688602091noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-22776396838960587322008-07-11T23:21:00.000-04:002008-07-11T23:21:00.000-04:00Webbysuzy: I forgot it was part of their collectio...Webbysuzy: I forgot it was part of their collection! You are right- that is why they haven't lowered the price yet. :)Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-87871047214807387912008-07-11T23:10:00.000-04:002008-07-11T23:10:00.000-04:00FFM: I was thinking today that I think the black S...FFM: I was thinking today that I think the black San Telmo will be great for fall. I'll try it with the trouser jeans ... I am kind of thick in the thigh area, so maybe more of a straight leg with a heel would help elongate my legs and make it look a little less "boxy". I think the black san telmo great for the price ... I am definitely glad I got it. And I REALLY can't wait for fall clothes :)michellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13831952388827992277noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-55658560510349607792008-07-11T22:52:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:52:00.000-04:00alexis: I think they are holding out of marking th...alexis: I think they are holding out of marking the Italian Matelasse Lucia is because it's a J Crew Collection jacket.webbysuzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17226974003227288880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-68792526096757985352008-07-11T22:46:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:46:00.000-04:00Melanie: Unfortunately, I don't know when they wil...Melanie: Unfortunately, I don't know when they will offer the jacket. I have a feeling that once J.Crew's website/system gets sorted out, J.Crew will start dealing with the returns and updating the site with that stock info (including the Fiona Jackets). :)<BR/><BR/>I really do believe there are Fiona's just sitting at their warehouse too.Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-26652752502501486012008-07-11T22:43:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:43:00.000-04:00Urban Aphrodite: I think it is great that you visi...Urban Aphrodite: I think it is great that you visited 3 stores in one day! I have been known to do that to (and my husband thinks I am a bit crazy for it.) It's great to know that I am not the only one!!! :)<BR/><BR/>I also think you are absolutely right that its great to build some relationships with the SAs. :)<BR/><BR/>Webbysuzy: I am happy to hear you were able to try the jacket on in person. I am actually surprised that the Italian version hadn't been marked down more when the solid and the python print had been marked down so much already. I have a feeling J.Crew will reduce the price by another $50-75 off soon.Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-81391094750577790182008-07-11T22:37:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:37:00.000-04:00Alexis: Out of curiosity, why do you think they'l...Alexis: Out of curiosity, why do you think they'll offer the Fiona jacket again once they clear up the site? It seems like it's so scarce that I thought they were done with it for sure! I would LOVE to get my hands on one too so I'd be really excited if they did put some up on the website!Melaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01761617431883084227noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-61396163790410284682008-07-11T22:31:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:31:00.000-04:00anonymous @ 4:58: I did have the jacket shipped t...anonymous @ 4:58: I did have the jacket shipped to me, but I didn't ask how much shipping was. It hasn't showed up on my card yet either.<BR/><BR/>Sorry it took me so long to reply.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-6046807896180395882008-07-11T22:20:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:20:00.000-04:00alexis: I did come across the Italian Matelasse Lu...alexis: I did come across the Italian Matelasse Lucia Jacket in a size 0, and I was so happy to just even try it on. The fabric is a nice cotton texture and the print is not too fancy, just right. It is boxy, and I think a size 2 can wear it better. I'm just waiting for one more markdown before I purchase it. I can get at least three out of four seasons with this jacket. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for keeping an eye out:)webbysuzyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17226974003227288880noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-37053464568836335832008-07-11T22:17:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:17:00.000-04:00Jax - don't you just luv Flor. Been going to her ...Jax - don't you just luv Flor. Been going to her for about 5 years now. She has to be the best. She always greets me with a hug and "God Bless" when I leave. She's out recouping from surgery. I sent her some flowers. I miss seeing hr face in Georgetown.Jacquiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10106832730148056747noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-4475486876293662982008-07-11T22:12:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:12:00.000-04:00Alexis: I must say that I'm a J. Crew regular. Th...Alexis: I must say that I'm a J. Crew regular. They know me by name, leave me alone and let me do my thing. Today I did my weekly 'visit' to 3 stores. I have made some great relationships with the SAs. People need to know that their J.Crew shopping experience can be greatly enhanced with a little inside knowledge - LOL.Urban Aphroditehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13500625830792649149noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-64748920799321092292008-07-11T22:04:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:04:00.000-04:00Just testing. I LOVE j.crew and have been reading ...Just testing. I LOVE j.crew and have been reading for days. I'm new to blogger and want to make sure this works. Menlo Park is my b&m store. Online is my fave. Are they still updating at 645, or has the time changed?Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15455255640967480081noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-56467006765768656412008-07-11T22:00:00.000-04:002008-07-11T22:00:00.000-04:00You gals are all so helpful. In the time I've bee...You gals are all so helpful. In the time I've been away I've been thinking, maybe I shouldn't be so hot on finding that s.t. jacket: maybe instead I should concentrate on new finds for fall! You know as soon as I buy it I will be lusting after "what's new"...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-12579905535553895212008-07-11T21:54:00.000-04:002008-07-11T21:54:00.000-04:00Jacquie: You must be treated super well at those J...Jacquie: You must be treated super well at those J.Crew stores to know everyone's names so well. I am so impressed!!! :)Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}https://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.com