This is the weekly "J.Crew Reviews {straight from the JCAs}" post, to help each other share our reviews.So if you have recently purchased, or stopped by a J.Crew store to try on an item (or two) from J.Crew, maybe you might be willing to share that information with us in this post.
Also, this request is not just limited to clothes. Please feel free to discuss bags, shoes, jewelry, accessories, etc.
In particular, if you could mention a few of the noteworthy details like fit, size, fabric, and the like— that would be fantastic! Thanks in advance! :)
Two review posts on the new items from last Thursday's rollout here and here (14 items total). I have some recent JC and Madewell sale purchases I'll be reviewing in a day or two as well.
ReplyDeleteWhere is the white sleeve tee from that you are wearing in your reviews? Is it the drapey elbow length tee?
DeleteYes, it is indeed the Drapey Elbow-Sleeve Tee.
DeleteOh jeez. That was barely readable. Please excuse all the mistakes.
DeleteI reviewed the Anchors Aweigh blouse, Postage Stamp Mini in Dizzy Anchors and Stripe Button Front Dress here if anyone is interested:
ReplyDeletehttp://sewpetitegal.blogspot.com/2012/06/j-crew-fitting-room-reviews-part-2.html
Review of the keeper chambray shirt on my blog here.
ReplyDeleteOT but need your input/advice for a friend in Europe who wants me to get the JARDIN maxi skirt for her in tropical cove. We're unsure of her size at JCrew so this is where we could use a little help. We think she's either a size 6 or 8, her waist size is 29 in. and she wears a 29 in levi's what size would you recommend for her in the skirt? 6 or 8? When an associate and I measure the waist of the maxi skirt it was 32.5 for the size 8 so I was hesitant to get it. Heeeeelp!!!
ReplyDeleteJoelle - The jardin maxiskirt is running one size large, according to most bloggers. I agree with that. With a 29 waist, she is probably a 4 or 6 in J Crew, not accounting for body shape. She should go with the size 4 in the jardin maxi, imo. Irl pics & links to other bloggers in this post.
DeleteThanks Gigi, I think you're right too. Online specialist said the size 2 has a waist circumference of 29.5 in. but I took a size zero I think the 4 is a safer bet. Luckily SF Jcrew was able to order it (and not FS) and waived the shipping hooray!!! BTW, they have tons of linen cardigan on sale in almost every size as well as a lot of dresses (lucille in white and purple, cha cha dresses etc. on sale -30% in-store) and lots of shoes.
DeleteI think I'm in the minority, but I thought the Jardin maxi (and regular Jardin) both run small in the waist. I'd buy it in an 8 or maybe even a 10 (but I'd buy myself a 6 in a pencil skirt). I don't own the skirts, that's just my opinion from trying them on in-store.
DeleteI definiitely took one size down in the Jardin Maxi.
DeleteI'm a 29 and a 4-6 in jcrew and I bought a 4 in this skirt
DeleteI guess I should add that while I buy a 29" waist jean consistently at J. Crew, the rise is lower than the Jardin skirts. In a skirt that sits high on the waist, I need to size up because I am thicker in the stomach area. I wish J. Crew just had free shipping & returns like Nordstroms, it would be so much easier when you can't get to a store.
DeleteI agree with you Kate, Nordstroms return policiy is the best. I also think that the skirt looks better when it sits high on the waist which is what I did. I'm hoping my friend is going to do okay with a 4, luckily the SA says the skirt was returnable (by some miracle she ordered it for me with a -30% and no shipping fee).
DeleteThank you also dagmara for your input, this skirt is going to travel a long way so I want to get the "right" size for my friend. Can I ask you what size you wear typically in dresses? My friend is also interested in the circle eyelet dress. Thanks.
DeleteJoelle - I saw all those cardis in SF. Makes me wonder if they pulled out backstock. The Jardin went to $69.99 in-store, so that's why the SA got it for you at that price + 30%. I haven't seen/tried the circle eyelet dress, but you can ask the very proficient AJC about it. She tried it on in this post.
DeleteJoelle I am typically a 4 in dresses but a 6 in pants due to my hips.
DeleteShould have added I am 5'6 and avg 135-140 lbs
DeleteReviews of the Heart Me Tippi, Ink Dip Popover and Plaid Boucle Tweed Jacket HERE.
ReplyDeleteUpdate on the in-store price notes in this post. Featherweight cashmere cardi $139.99, back-bow dress $79.99, dreamweaver wedges $89.99 and others I saw on 6/18. You'll see those & other recent dates in red.
ReplyDeletequick question... i ordered the lucille dress in eyelet despite the fact i know it's cheaper in store because i don't think they had my size... if i decide to keep the dress, will CS do a price adjustment for me to match the in-store price? should i contact my PS?
DeleteMissJR - Contact your ps. Customer service will want you to be at a red phone with a sales assoc on the line to confirm the in-store price. However, they may not want to honor the addtl sale price because the promo will have ended. Store SAs move onto the next thing and don't keep track of when promos begin/end/how much, etc... I ordered the other day and 30% was not applied to a promo item over the phone because my ps and the phone rep were in agreement that the addtl 30% didn't apply. I went right home and ordered it on my computer. Anyway, yes, despite what I just said about my ps, work w/your ps on this and good luck :)
DeleteI am going to recommend the Lexi Dress which is currently on massive sale. It was on massive sale even before the 30% in fact. I have it in the caspian blue and the vintage peacock color, the colors are gorgeous. I took my regular size 2: it comes to the knee, it is very flattering yet simple, the sleeves are not too fitted and there is a hidden back zipper. The lining is a full smooth acetate and the silk taffeta is very good quality,like dresses of old.
ReplyDeleteIs it the LEXA dresss ?
DeleteI was wondering about that one, Dani! I may have to go ahead and order it now :) I was worried the neckline is super matronly but if you say it is flattering, I believe you!
DeleteI'm sorry it is the Lexa not Lexi. I keep thinking of it as the Lexi, my daughter has a little friend with that name.
DeleteJCrewJD I did not find it matronly at the neckline, I like that it doesn't show loads of cleavage but still has the perfect amount of room for a necklace. It is a simple shape but the fabrics are very nice. I think right now the price on it is super duper.
I can't get to it today but I'll try to do a blog review with pictures tomorrow!
Hi lovely ladies, here's a review/OOTD of the gondola striped top and a double serge cotton pencil skirt. I'd love for you to check it out! Thanks!
ReplyDeletehttp://colorfulcorporate.blogspot.com/2012/06/gondola-top-marrakech-purple.html
I tried the linen print tunic this past weekend and I am wondering if people know that it is a knit and not woven linen. It is very snag prone and the fit was aweful on me (tried a xxs and it was still big/boxy). Also, impossible not to wear anything under it, low cut is an understatement. Very disappointing IMO. The print and colors were beautiful though.
ReplyDeleteHi. Some reviews on my blog:
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DeleteI wanted to share a quick review of the Drea Patent Peep-toe pumps (Item 64452), currently on sale online. I've now worn mine 4 times to work all day (including my subway commute and walk on Boston's brick sidewalks to work and back) and they are really the most comfortable heel I've found in a while. I definitely recommend them if you're still looking for a summer work shoe or a moderate heel to wear to a wedding. I have them in my regular size shoe (unlike the Mona pump, which I size up).
ReplyDeleteI got the Raj Paisley and it seemed short so here are some measurements: size 0 is 19" long, size 2 is 19.25" and not the 22" as advertised.
ReplyDeleteHi Pathos. I know this is a long shot but I'm looking to purchase the Raj Paisley skirt depending on what size you have, in case you want to refresh your closet and/or help a girl out :)
DeleteThanks, my email is colormemindy (at) gmail (dot) com.
Any reviews on the fit and comfort of the Sydney patent sandals? I have been looking at them since their debut, but I am worried they are not comfortable to walk in. The lining is man made, right?
ReplyDeleteA - Review of the Sydney patent sandals in this post and a link to 3 other bloggers' reviews. I find the heel to determine comfort a great deal of the time and these have the right heel for me. You can also try the Band-Aid blister blocker to kick things off right when you first wear any shoes that you're worried about. HTH :)
DeleteI'm wearing the Audra patent sandals today for the first time. They are super cute, but did start to rub on the back of my ankle almost immediately. I immediately applied some blister stick to them and hopefull that will do the trick. IMO, they come up a bit high on the back of the ankle and that's why they're rubbing. Also, b/c they're patent, there's not a lot of breathability. But since they are so open on top, it's liveable. Cute sandals to wear every so often. I wouldn't pay more than the $30 or so that I paid for them.
ReplyDeleteCan anyone comment on the white factory ankle skinny jean? I vaguely recall someone recommending them but can't seem to find it now. I'm just really unsure about sizing. I'm a 2/4 in JC skirts and shorts (2 in the waist, 4 in the hips), but I don't have any of the denim. I only have the toothpick ankle cords from 2009, which I found bizarrely tiny and had to size up to a 29 to fit my thighs/calves in (my legs are very muscular). I just ordered the factory skinnies in two sizes (28 & 29) to try on, but the 28's are backordered until 7/13 (I'm hoping the 29's work out and I can cancel the 28's). Anyways I'm just trying to find out if I'm on the right track or if I should have also ordered 27's/30's or something else crazy. TIA!
ReplyDeleteRebekah - I took my usual JC jean size of 29 and they fit perfectly. And I love them, very happy w/them. They're not sheer, etc... I'm guessing you might want the 28s, however, depending on your leg fit the 29s might work out. Don't canx the 28s just yet, but I don't think you need the 27s or 30s. HTH
DeleteThanks Gigi! You gave me the reassurance I needed :)
DeleteI hope the 28's ship early!
WHat do folks think of the Raj Paisley Maxidress? I'm seriously thinking about getting it; I love the colors and the print. I just want to make sure it will actually be flattering on ...
ReplyDeleteElaine - Saw an SA with it on and she had a chambray shirt over it, tied at the waist. Her accessory choice was the railroad necklace. She looked adorable. If I thought I had a shot at the waist fitting, I would've tried it on.
DeleteI love everything except it was cut too low in the front for work, very flattering on and it has pockets!!!
DeleteLovely, lovely dress. Hits above ankle though, it's not a floor-sweeper. Fits quite snugly under the bustline as there is no elastication at all, and the straps are not adjustable. All that said, I would say it fits TTS. Also note that the current in-store price is much lower than the online price.
Deletecagliari67: What is the in-store price on the dress?
DeleteI can only give you Canadian pricing - saw lots of this dress today at Yorkdale. Original Cdn price was $230, first markdown was $139 and today I saw it tagged at $97(less 30% of course to bring it down to $67). Adjusting for U.S. pricing, I would expect it to be maybe $79?
DeleteFFM - Last price I know of for the raj paisley maxidress in-store is $79.99. That was on 6/7.
DeleteSaw it for $79.99 in SF. HTH.
DeleteStraps are adjustable, which helps bring the bodice up some. The straps are attached by two buttons in the back. There is at least one button hole above that allows you to shorten the straps. HTH.
DeleteThank you cagliari67, Gigi, and Joelle! :)
DeleteAlexis I hope you don't mind this OT comment, but I just came from J.Crew's NYC sample sale and thought I'd give a report for any JCAs interested.
ReplyDeleteThere are items from J.Crew (men's and women's), Madewell and Crewcuts. Jewelry, shoes, bags and accessories too (belts, hats, etc.)
I was mostly interested in shoes. They had Monas, Vivs, Valentinas, flats, suede wedges, espadrilles and flip-flops. Heels are in the $100-$150 range mostly while flats are mostly $60-$80. All sizes were stocked but the selection was thin -- maybe 15 or 20 pairs per size in less desirable colors. Bagwise I saw Edies (both the bag and attache version), some leather envelop-style clutches (one with calf hair which was very cute). There were a few cute Madewell small crossbodies too for $90 or so. The bags were $85-$180 from what I saw. There's three display cases of jewelry, mostly current stuff in the $30-$65 range. It was going very quickly.
There is a rack of Collection pieces with mostly sequined stuff and a few more cocktail-style dresses. Sorry I don't know the names of any, but as they were in the $130-$200 price range I wasn't too interested. Lots of chinos in both pants and shorts in a wide range of sizes, mostly navy and black. Some denim, mostly toothpicks, and lots of tops in mostly XS/S. As was the case in the past many were true samples marked up with marker or held with safety pins. Tops seemed to be in the $40-$65 range from what I saw, mostly polys, very few silk or cotton tops from what I could see. There's one rack of skirts too.
On the men's side, it's mostly long sleeve tops, chino pants and one rack of blazers. I could not see any suits and the accessories seemed very slim. Shirts were in the $40-$80 range and blazers started at $125 from what I could see. I'm not sure if they had men's shoes.
The Crewcuts section was four racks of mostly girls' clothing. Lots of cute stuff that started at $25. I didn't see any bridal or bridesmaid items.
I think the sale is worth going if you're into digging for that one special find. I came away with a couple of things that are sold out online so I'm happy, though the shoes I was looking for weren't there. Hope this helps, sorry so long!!
OT: Any chance someone has seen the Brompton mini-hobo in safari cat at their local store?
ReplyDeleteTry Chicago North Ave!!
DeleteFFM - Walnut Creek 9259437664 had one the other day. It was up high on display, 1/2 way thru the store before the registers. Might still be there.
DeleteThanks pathos and Gigi! :)
DeleteFFM there was one left at the Montgomery Mall store in Bethesda, MD (301-365-2000) on Sunday, and I saw some at the Tyson's store in Virginia last week (703-734-955). If they don't have it, you might also try the Chevy Chase, DC store (202-537-3380) -- I saw a few clutches there last week, not sure about the hobo...
ReplyDeleteThank you audreys! :)
DeleteOT but the Sample Sale in NYC started today and here are the Racked NY press previews:
ReplyDeleteLoads of Accessories
Clothing offerings
I just came out. As usual you need to know your prices but it is worth going IMO. Regular skirts are a good deal at $25 and work/party dresses at $60 too. Collection items are priced as marked, which is often more than the price you can get on fs the website (but they have a lot of one of a kind stuff). It really depends on your luck: I saw someone walking out with a Tillary tote in the blue sea color for $120.
DeleteAwesome, thanks! Is there a long line to get in? What time did you go and how busy was it?
DeleteI had planned to go early but it didn't happen and I got there around 10.10. I almost got discouraged by the long line that went way down around the block but it actually went fast (I was in at 10.45). You have to take into account that the line to pay can be very long too and I didn't try stuff on (another long line). Dresses are mostly a size , I didn't see any size 0 but I skimmed a bit through them and only looked at the one I was interested in. I came home with a bag (the big Brompton in a beautiful navy leather), a pair of Collection red snakeskin flats ($65) and the keyhole silk blouse in navy ($49).
Deletecan ypou post on your blog pioc of your purchases? I would love a peek at that bag...is it or was it ever availble in store or online ? I don't recall a navy brompton because I would have bought it too....Thanks Carolyn
Deletefrom Vancouver P.s I am obsessed with anything navy as of lately
Carolyn, I will try but I am having issues with Blogger this week. In any case it is actually bi-color, navy and black or lighter navy and dark navy. It could be a one of a kind or something that will come out in the Fall, as I saw a few pairs of shoes that were marked HO12 (not Manolos!)
DeleteSorry for the typo in my previous post, I meant that dresses were mainly a size 6. I saw many Talitha blouses for $40 and a few Blythes in neon azalea in big sizes.
Re. the Talitha, I am in the love camp. I wore the wreath one today with white jeans and it is so pretty. I am considering the Belvedere red if it pops back during the sale.
New reviews including green cafe capri in linen, summerweight shorts, paisley top and some unidentified new popover HERE.
ReplyDeleteChambray polka dot shirt review HERE, if you missed it.
HEy guys! Did anyone purchased this SPERRY TOP-SIDER® AUTHENTIC ORIGINAL 2-EYE BOAT SHOES IN TWILL ??? http://jcwsapp-p01.jcrew.com/womens_category/shoes/flats/PRDOVR~37181/37181.jsp
ReplyDeleteim interested to buy it.does the shoes worth the money and can be wearable for years?is the quality good?
Jrew carry these colour only,i cant find these in www.sperrytopsider.com.
should i buy half a size down?im normally wear size 6.
is it save if i buy online as i live in Asia? pls reply ASAP!!
thank you!
Hi AshleyOoi -- I bought the Sperrys in twill last month and really like them a lot. I took my regular size. I was a bit worried about the colour (natural) getting marked up, but I've worn them up at my farm and despite the dirt and grass they don't seem to be prone to stains.
Deletethank you for reply!so u bought the natural colour?im not sure which colour should i buy.i knew natural and navy can match literally all outfit but i like the dark spearmint colour but it cant be match all outfit.
Deletehave u seen all others colour in person? is the real colour different than in the pictures?
Hi Ladies,
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone have any Lara Peep Toe experience? I'm curious! Thanks!
Megan
I only tried them on instore and I thought they were comfortable enough and TTS but I'm waiting for them to go on sale. I tried on the sparkly ones and they were super cute.
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ReplyDeleteHas anyone seen the Polly popover (86806) in navy with the pinkish looking blurry dot... in person? I'm curious what you think! TIA!
ReplyDeleteHi Straycat,
DeleteI ordered this when it came out--it's a lot better looking in real person than online. The colors are really great--for a print the peach/coral dots are really vivid and bright looking, and the navy is a nice navy color. It fits like a normal popover. I'd recommend it.
I did a few of in-store sales reviews
ReplyDeleteHERE
Can anyone tell me how the chino shorts fit in comparison to the double-serge pencil skirts? I take a 0 or 2P in the pencil skirts and haven't tried on many JC pants. I normally wear a 26 pant but I go down a size in everything else (dresses/skirts/tops) at JC. Body type is straight and thick-waisted, no hips but do have a normal-sized butt. Would I be a 0 or 2 in the chino shorts?
ReplyDeleteI do know that my TTS is 26 in AG jeans, if that helps at all.
I am similarly built (although bigger) and I take the same size in shorts like in pencil skirts. I size up in shorter shorts to have them sit a little lower.
DeleteI'm a size 0 in pencil skirts and pants and buy chino shorts in size 2 for the same reason of wanting them to sit lower on hip bones. Hth! (oh I buy 26 in jeans too )
DeleteMe three -- I go from a 4 in pencil skirts to a 6 in the shorts so they will sit lower.
DeleteI am same size in both chino shorts and pencil skirts.
DeleteI take a size up in the chino shorts too. I wear a 4 in the pencil skirts and a 6 in the chino shorts.
DeleteKeilexandra - Go up one in the chino short, esp if you have thighs -- as in not super skinny thighs.
DeleteI am size 4 in pencil skirts and always buy size 6 in the chino shorts and summerweight bermudas. The fit is much better on me, just slightly relaxed. I have a very straight figure with no hips/butt and thin legs but I don't have a small waist like the curvy pear-shaped ladies. HTH
DeleteThanks all for the input! I do have thighs and prefer the rise to sit low, so I will probably go a size up.
DeleteThanks for all the help with the safari cat brompton mini-hobo ladies! Mine should arrive by the end of this week. :)
ReplyDeleteWent to check out some new arrivals and posted a few reviews on my blog here.
ReplyDeleteItems include the new Tippi heart sweater, cafe capris in the kaleidoscope print, anchors away tee, postage stamp mini in dizzy anchors and a few others.
Straycat, I have that popover. I am not generally a popover fan, but I really like this one. It is a true, dark navy and the "dots" are a light coral. It is a little sheer, but not enough to require a cami. Fits tts.
ReplyDeleteKris....thank you for the review on the popover. Light coral dots sounds good. I might have to order this one. ANOTHER dotted garment! Clearly, I have issues....hee!
ReplyDeleteLinen Tessa top is such an easy top to wear and pairs well with cafe capris and jewelry. Definitely getting in a second color. I have the purple which is I store on sale for like $29.
ReplyDeleteI really liked the Tessa top and would recommend it for style, quality, etc. Unfortunately, it didn't really suit my figure so I sent it back. The white one is so perfect for summer.
DeleteA quick bit of love for the anchor popover hoodie. I bought it to take on my beach vacation, even if it is really cheesy to wear anchors at the beach. What can I say, I love the critters! Fit is TTS, held up great in the wash, unlike some of my other purchases (looking at you vintage cotton!). Some people have complained that they don't like that it doesn't have the kangaroo pocket...I LOVE that it doesn't have the pocket. I have a bit of a leftover mama pooch, and I think not having the pocket makes me look slimmer.
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone have a review of the new navy/coral striped dolman tee?
I bought the anchor popover hoodie and had it ready to ship back as a return but then had to travel and totally forgot about it. Now I am back home and I love the longer length, which someone, Rose of 1 More Shopping Blog, I believe suggested I would. It's similar fabric to the sunwashed sweatshirts from last year and mine have really held up well, which is why I gave it a second chance. A bit pricey but actually worth the money if it lasts and I think it will. :^)
DeletePerfect shirt in chambray polka dot: Finally found the chambray shirt I’ve been looking for all season. The fit is TTS, and is somewhat fitted. The best part for me is that no gaping between the buttons! This is huge for me...really, I think this shirt fits me better than any button I’ve owned from J.Crew. I’m excited that I can wear this for work, but then make it casual enough for play…with some colorful chino shorts or white jean shorts, perhaps? As you can tell I love it and it went home with me.
ReplyDeleteHeart throb Bikini: Love this print even more in person, but this sure runs small to me. CS rep told me to get a S in bottoms (I’m a 4/6) and a M in top (I’m a 34C/34D or usually a small). I ordered small and mediums in both. Let’s just say the mediums in both the top and bottom BARELY fit. It really is an itty, bitty, bikini. I’m afraid to move when wearing it that I may expose everything. So once the large is in stock…I may order that. But it is super cute…mixed emotions.
And I spotted some new colors in the chino shorts this weekend. The two that really caught my eye were a true red and a dandelion yellow. These don't appear to be online just yet.
Hi Gigi,
ReplyDeleteWhat store has the black Valentina Pumps on sale for $99.00? Thanks in advance.
Tish
Tish, the Valentinas went on sale for $129.99 in rooftop red & black in-store around April 18th. So it's been awhile...
DeleteSaw a pair of size 8 in black in Walnut Creek this afternoon.
DeleteA new reviews, and have some coming up within the next day or two for the tippi sweaters (linen, linen stripe, and garment dyed). Also putting up a comparison of the waverly chino and the scout!! just put up a little review of the lovely georgine sandals and thefactory faded chambray buttondown. All old reviews and items in action are here and here!!
ReplyDeleteI just posted a bunch of reviews from last Thursday's rollout here:
ReplyDeletehttp://apackageaday.blogspot.com/2012/06/few-reviews-from-last-j-crew-summer.html
They include the multistripe dolman sleeve tee (the navy/coral one), the kaleidoscope cafe capris, and the navy boucle tweed jacket.
Random reviews here.
ReplyDeleteOlympia suede wedges in bright persimmon, foulard maxi, factory schuyler candy wrap dress, and edie calf hair wallet.
Ok, many have chimed in with a Perfect shirt in chambray polka dot reviews and IRL pics, but I just wanted to add my 2c- I love love this shirt. I could not wait to put my grabby hands on it and went straight to closet where I have played with it for half an hour- see the fruits of my labor here. I have dedicated a separate page for all of my older reviews here.
ReplyDeleteThank you for posting those cute options with the chambray shirt! I never think to pair necklaces with button downs...I'm pretty stuck in the box when it comes to that. I love your ideas, so I can't wait to see what I can pair with this shirt.
DeleteThe wool cafe capri pants in navy are coming up as final sale online :( Can anyone advise on sizing for these? I've heard from some that they're TTS and others that they run big. For reference, I'm a 27 in jcrew denim and 4 in most dresses -- should I order a size 2 or 4 in the wool cafes?
ReplyDeleteMamakoh, I wear a 27 or 28 in most bottoms and take a size 2 in the cafe capri--wool and cotton. HTH!
DeleteMamakoh - agree w/AM MD, sz 2 sounds like the right fit for you :)
Deletep.s. I did a mock checkout, logged into my account on JC and they didn't come up finals ale for me. I'm in Firefox.
Deletethanks ladies! sz 2 it is! Gigi- I'm using safari. Will try firefox when I checkout! Thanks!
DeleteHas anyone purchased the arrowhead maxi skirt? Any info on material and sizing would be great. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteI'm looking for a bikini top that will offer as much enhancement as possible (ruching and padding both a plus!). I'm thinking about the Tulle french twist top. Can anyone comment on this one or offer any other suggestions?
ReplyDeleteI can say what to stay away from. The hidden underwire bandeau tops are wide- I buy these bc I find them comfortable. The tops that are designed more like bras will give more lift and reveal- ie. tulle French or tulle Betty French.
DeleteSide tangent--does anyone know if the bra-sized bikini tops (in 32A) will fit a 32AA? Not worried about band size (my torso is closer to a 34) but cup size, as I usually wear push-up 32As to prevent gapping.
DeleteCould someone please comment on if the No. 2 pencil skirt in double-serge cotton wrinkles easily? I'm hesitant to buy one as I sit at my job all day and hate having waves and folds along my skirt when I get up. TIA!
ReplyDeleteKat, the No. 2 pencil skirt in double-serge cotton wrinkles very easily, which is why I will not buy it. I am a pencil skirt addict but this one just doesn't work. It also stretches out. I tried on the hot pink color, and just from sitting once in the dressing room for 10 seconds, it was wrinkled as all get out. There's a reason it's marked down so much, I think. It is pretty to look it, but doesn't wear well.
DeleteI think the long version might be better because it has a lining but the price is still too high on that one. Has anyone tried the long no. 2 cotton pencil and does it wrinkle badly?
Look *at*, whoops.
DeleteAny reviews for the Brompton mini-hobo in Pale Gold? I'm wondering if it is similar in color and texture to the Metallic-leather Gallery hobo from several years ago?
ReplyDeleteHI FFM, they had some in my store. It is a very bright, shiny looking gold. It wasn't muted. I wouldn't wait until final sale in case you don't like the look. It looks paler and more subdued online imo.
ReplyDeleteThank you Shekster. I agree with you about ordering before final sale in case I don't like how bright the gold is. It's too bad it isn't closer to the online pic. That's the color I would have preferred it to be. Either that, or more of a rich gold like the Thompson tote from several years ago.
DeleteFor anyone interested in the brulee necklaces, I think they are gorgeous. The double crystal (93054) in crystal is especially pretty and the jumbo necklaces (95098) in both colors are so fun.
ReplyDeleteI just received the Flower Lattice Necklace in the multi color and it is AMAZING! There are overlapping layers to the necklace that makes it pop. The colors are vibrant and I think it is a true work of art.
ReplyDeleteI received this necklace as well and it is gorgeous! I have received so many compliments when I am wearing it. I keep it simple with a white shirt or my chambray shirt and it makes the whole outfit pop! It is very well made however quite pricey. It was my summer splurge.
DeleteReceived the Inez mid-heels and while they are absolutely beautiful, I felt very unstable and the ankle strap didn't flatter my leg. Thsy also looked a bit old-ladish but maybe it is just me or the black color. All in all I did't see myself wearing them so I returned them. My regular size fit perfectly. l might give the flat sandals a try because I really love the lattice detail. Anybody tried them and can tell me if the ankle strap is too short?
ReplyDeleteI reviewed the Flower Lattice Necklace today on my blog.
ReplyDeletekms423, I agree the flowers are very pretty and the sparkly bits are stunning.
I however can't do the neon. The pink is very different from the online shots, it is a true neon pink as opposed to an azalea pink. I sent it back.
Martina wedges -- Yes, size up!
ReplyDeleteI'm a 7.5 in most J.Crew heels, a 7 in the new soft ballet flats, but an 8 in the Martina wedges. These fit like my old 7s in heels. So I'd say go a full size up from most shoe sizes and a half size up from your usual J.Crew size.