If
you are stopping
by a J.Crew store this weekend to see
what's available (if
anything!) in the SALE, or to see some NEW ARRIVALS {sigh!} in
person, maybe you might be
willing to share that with us in this
post. In particular, if you could
share with us a few of the
noteworthy items that are available, at
what prices, and potential sizes
the store is carrying (as well
as the store location)- that would be
fantastic!Also, please let us know if your local store is carrying an additional percent off sale. Thanks in advance!!! :)
P.S. I noticed that many of you have already been reporting sale items (and in which stores) in other posts which by the way "thank you!" :) I really appreciate how helpful we are for each other!
Yes, I'm going. I've decided I want a couple of things, incl the merino sweater-jacket (S). Will review soon. In the meantime, the tuxedo bib sweatshirt, tweed-sleeve top & drapey swing tee reviewed here.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely agree with you review of the tuxedo bib sweatshirt! An odd hybrid. Just received the tweed-sleeve top in Navy and I am going to keep it. Love your blog!
DeleteEbates is at 6% today.
ReplyDeleteyes I will, to checkout some of new arrivals (want to see the wool pocket skirt and black tweed skirt in person)! Anyone has heard of deskohan? The brand makes J.Crew prices seem much less outrageous :)
ReplyDeleteNot going this weekend, new arrivals are not there yet.
ReplyDeleteIf anyone spots the grid scarf on sale in store, could you put it on hold?
ReplyDeleteinnisfree3791@gmail.com
Thanks!
innisfree - you have mail
DeleteThank you, Gigi!
DeleteAnd *that* is the JCA WIFFY. Yay!
DeleteI was told that the new arrivals will be in stores on the 17th so probably not going this weekend. I have packages arriving and nothing in the sale section is tempting me right now.
ReplyDeleteNo B&M store anywhere near here, but thanks to the Schaumberg IL store, part of my order from Crazy Popback Day arrived last night already. Included the merino sweater jacket, which I'm on the fence about. I'll be curious to see your review, Gigi, and I'd welcome input from anyone else who's tried this piece!
ReplyDeleteRe: Merino Sweater Jacket. I was going to size up for a little extra length but it looked terrible and boxy. IMO you should go with your usual size. Sizing up just makes for a wider silhouette and I don't know who wants that! :)
DeleteI agree with Shopalot. I took my usual size in knits and have plenty of room to layer it over a long sleeve tee or thin sweater. I got the pink as a change of pace from all the navy pieces I already own.
DeleteI reviewed this jacket in the navy colorway here.
DeleteI'll be going to the factory opening in Nebraska Crossing sometime this weekend. I'd love to sneak away after work today, but I promised my husband that we would go together. Hopefully there's a new sale to look forward to.
ReplyDeleteHi FriendlyFemme - check out the second-to-last comment in the new arrivals (11/13) post. It looks like Factory will be doing 40% store-wide with an additional % off. Have fun!
DeleteThanks silver_lining! This pleases me :)
DeleteHi FriendlyFemme, I hit the new crewlet this evening. Some things were 40% off, some 30%. I picked up a couple shirts and some shoes. The mall area wasn't as crazy crowded as we thought it was going to be. Have fun!
DeleteSo the offer is up, but the prices haven't updated and likely won't update for another few hours (smh @ J Crew website/tech resources). Promo codes HOLIDAY and EARLYBIRD are working for the addt'l % off. So, once the prices update online (and they hide all the puffer vests) tis all systems go.
DeleteI'll be heading to the Toronto Eaton Centre location. Hoping for a great selection in the sale section! Just looking for some basics - maybe some new tippis. Also longing for a pair of minnies. Not on sale, I know, but a girl's got to have what a girl's got to have!
ReplyDeleteWas there the other day and the burgundy minnies were on sale. Mostly size 0s and some larger sizes though.
DeleteI purchased my first Minnies yesterday for only $44! I asked if they would honor my teacher discount with the 40% off and the manager was very willing. Pants are so comfy and flattering! Wearing them now.
DeleteI have trouble styling the minnies, and I think I'm the only one. I usually tuck blouses into my pants and it just doesn't seem to work with the minnies.
Delete@teeny84,
DeleteI think I'm the last person who finally bought the Minnies. LIke you, I had trouble styling them, but for $44, I decided to try it out. I wore mine with a simple turtleneck untucked and it looked fine. Also, my SA suggested pairing the Minnies with the Jackie twinsets, an oversized sweater, and a button down untucked. She said to just think of the Minnies as dressy leggings.
ooh- what was their tippi selection like? I've been desperately hoping to find the warm cocoa in XS for weeks. There's one on ebay but they won't ship to Canada :(
DeleteI wear my minnies like I would wear leggings, so usually with longer sweaters, or an untucked shirt.
DeleteLike others, I'm going to wait until new arrivals are in the store before I go. The one item I'm really interested (aran crafts turtleneck) in online only, but I think I'm going to wait to see the reviews before ordering.
ReplyDeleteThat sweater is in my cart too FFM. If there is a promo do you think it would apply to this or would it be a 3rd party exclusion? I wish it was in store and not online only so we could have a review. I am interested in knowing the color irl and fit. Sometimes I see things that say online only in stores so if anyone out there runs across it let other JCAs know please.
DeleteHi Shopping Celle - I think it will be excluded now. The description has been revised to add the ™ after Aran Crafts.
DeleteGrrrr. I may should go on and order then but it is so not like me to ever pay full price! Thanks Silver Lining!
DeleteMaybe one of my Canadian friends or an International Jca could so a mock checkout with the discount code to see if it applies to this turtleneck ????
DeleteHELLOWORLD still works on the turtleneck :)
Delete@ShoppingCelle- I tried the Canadian promo code that I received in a mailer and it applied to the sweater. I like it too but not sure I need another heavy sweater. HTH
DeleteThanks Rebecca! You are a doll to check that out for me. I might hold out for a promo then!
Deletejan you are a doll too. What a great community we have here.
DeleteNo problem Shopping Celle! Of course that doesn't mean it will necessarily work the same way with the next full price promo when they seem to go out of their way to make sure third party items are excluded.. I hope it works out for you!
DeleteShopping Celle: I decided to give the chat feature another try for ordering the turtleneck and the rep placed the order for me and honored the 25% off GOSHOP promotion. I threw in a pair of socks to make the $100 minimum and he applied the 40% off STYLETIME to them, since they're on promo right now. I was going to try two sizes of the sweater, but decided to just go with the XSmall after reading measurements for several of the Aran Crafts sweaters being sold on QVC right now. The turtleneck is $67.50 with the 25%, btw. :)
DeleteMight have to give that a try! Thanks FFM. You are truly fabulous.
DeleteYou're welcome Shopping Celle! I hope you are able to get the discount if you decide to order. Be sure to try a second time if you get turned down the first time. That's what I had to do, and I'm glad I did since the second rep was really nice and very helpful. Plus the price of the sweater is extra good with the extra 25% off applied.
DeleteI just placed an order for both the s and xs because I truly had no idea how it will run. I usually wear a 4 or S but sometimes get XS. The live chat rep gave me the usual blah, blah, blah about it being a 3rd party item but she said she would make an exception and apply the 25% GOSHOP. I think they are getting so much flack about the pulled promo (or maybe just low sales with the latest rollout) that they are trying to do whatever they can to keep customers happy. I just received my Style Guide in the mail today and after looking through I found I few things that look better than the online photo so I may have to check them out in person next week. Thanks so much FFM.
DeleteI tried to have my order from the other morning adjusted. Got the spiel about it being third party, promo expired, check jcrew.com for the most up-to-date promo info. SOOO annoying that they are applying this for some and not for others. Replied saying as much and that it's not cool that they pulled the promo early. We'll see what they say to that. Lame J Crew. Really lame.
DeleteBe persistant ajr. Hope they help you out!
DeleteI saw aran crafts sweaters at TJ Maxx, Marshalls, and even Goodwill within the past two days. They were all boxy and what you would expect such a sweater to look like. I hope the JC one is a little sleeker. The ones I saw at TJs/Marshalls were $59.99, btw.
DeleteThere are new promo-priced items and markdowns that were added yesterday. I've listed them in this post, and also updated the list of already existing promo-priced items here. :)
ReplyDeleteNo, not visiting.
ReplyDeleteOf topic but fun to share... The " messy braid" as suggested by Gayle at JCtumblr... Who is JC catering to again? Prices would suggest that it could be me but the messy braid suggest otherwise :)
I saw that. I don't mind a one-sided braid, but to do pigtail braids? Nope.
DeleteI'm still hoping to snag the Boy Shirt in beaded chambray!!!
ReplyDeleteI will be heading to the B&M today but to return my entire $350+ order I received yesterday. J.Crew really missed their mark with me this fall/winter. I was so excited about some of the items only to receive shapless sweaters, itchy, gross rabbit hair sweaters, and unfortunate sky-high prices for horrible fabrics. The Factory has been reeling me in a bit. They have some great items but the more "exclusive" regular Crew just didn't do it for me this time around.
ReplyDeleteI did, however, just place an order with L.L. Bean for 3 cotton cable knit fisherman style sweaters and a pair of flannel-lined slippers for less than $150 and free shipping. That I am excited about! Sorry J.Crew. You left me sad this holiday season. Hope to see some better items this Spring.
P.S. I am not entirely unhappy with JC. A WWFIFY left me with a vintage pewter Tartine Satchel with the last promo. That bag is gorgeous! It's my silver-lining.
The Aran sweater mentioned a relaxed fit. I asked for chest measurements, but the rep didn't have them. I guess I'll just have to wait till it arrives next week.
ReplyDeleteIf you're shopping in-store, check out the In-Store Price Guide. The most current notes have a date in red.
If you've been thinking about adopting some of the sale section orphans, visit the Sale Irl Pic Guide.
I forgot to share that I reviewed a couple of scarves on 1060 Pairs. One is a houndstooth, similar to the one last year that had the burgundy woven in. The other scarf is for the stripesick.
DeleteI went yesterday to make a return. Looked around to see what was new, and I'm not sure if the SF B&M released any of the new stuff from the roll-out. Nothing piqued my interest, maybe just a couple things. Honestly, I am a little tired of their Moroccan inspired sweaters. The designs aren't as mind blowing to me. No wonder its lingering in the sale section so early from when it was released.
ReplyDeleteOT: Not sure if anyone has shared this...but I was just watching Law & Order SVU, commercial comes on, I see a family wearing nice clothes, as I look closer I noticed their clothes looked familiar, to my surprise its a Master Card Holiday commercial featuring J. Crew! Mother, Father and kids all wearing J.Crew. The black tie part of the ad, the mom's head to toe look reminded me of Jenna.
It's a cute ad.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vcw_XsqNkXI
JSR - I saw it earlier this week, too, and recognized the sweater on the little girl, first. I looked for the ad online but couldn't find it. Thanks for sharing the link!! Great styling.
DeleteWhile we're geeking out. I saw the tipped collar top on a Disney actress. It was a promo for the animated movie Frozen. She looked so cute in it. Couldn't find that online either. Ah well.
Cool! Did you see Disney promo on TV?
DeleteIsn't it weird, well it is to me, to see J.Crew merchandise used in commercials, movies, tv shows...
JSR, yes, saw the Disney promo on tv. We don't watch it a lot, so I haven't seen it since. Camera is never ready to grab a screen shot of the tube when I want it. I never know if I should be a proud fashion geek or embarassed that I recognize J Crew gear on tv and on people irl. I think I threw a lady off guard the other day when I complimented her Kate Spade Maryanne by name.
DeleteHaha...
DeleteYea, we drink too much Crewlade.
If anyone sees the tortoise and turquoise necklace at their store can you let me know?? I am dying to get my hands on it. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteNew JC B&M West Vancouver Park Royal store (Cda) finally opened today. Big men's store, ladies shoe area like Pac Ctre. Whole Crewcuts section in the back wing of the store. Ladies stock in two sections much like PacCtre. No sale section yet!! Was looking to stock up on few basic painters and tippi's -no luck. OT Sephora, Loft, Anthropologie also open now in the new section of this mall, though like walking through a construction zone. Zara, Lush and others still to come.
ReplyDeleteNew Factory promo is up, everyone. Hop on the train!
ReplyDelete40% off everything, extra 10% if you order 2 items, extra 20% if you order 3 items with code EARLYBIRD (code HOLIDAY works as well). Camp socks for $6.80, midrise toothpicks for $38, hats/scarves/iPhone accessories/etc for <$20. They have some nice looking men's bags and accessories too. Good promo to get a jump on your holiday shopping. I think that stuff's going to go fast.
I received my Aran sweater yesterday night (I was resigned to wait forever because of Surepost but was delivered by UPS in two days as usual).
ReplyDeleteFirst, this is the real thing and not something made especially for JCrew. I was almost sure of that because otherwise it would have been offered in XXS. It is very thick and soft as you could expect (tried it without a layer and didn't find it itchy at all). This is one warm sweater (much warmer tgan my cashmere ones). It has a handknit look even if the label doesn't say. I would describe the color as cream, not ivory and not oatmeal.
Now, the fit. It is definitely oversized. I didn't expect it to have a slim fit but I have a lot of extra fabric in the underarm area (sleeves are a bit raglan, or at least on me!). The turtleneck also comes up very high on me and gives me the "I am wearing a cast" look, lol.
So not flattering. Still, it is so comfortable to wear that I am tempted to keep it just for warmth's sake.
I have a pick on Instagram (look for crazyaboutjcrew). HTH someone!
I forgot to mention that the inside tag says "Made in Ireland" for those concerned.
DeleteThanks, Ema! Click here for Ema's insta.
DeleteOh no, this isn't going to be good on me. Thanks for reviewing it Ema!
DeleteThank you for linking Gigi!
DeleteThanks for the review and pic Ema! I definitely like it overall and am glad to hear that it's soft and warm, but I see what you mean about the neck. I wonder if it would look better if the neck was looser? It will probably stretch out if you block it (put the neck in some cold water, then put something large in the neck hole so that it's stretched way out and let it dry). It won't damage it and you can always block it again to put it back to normal (or close to).
DeleteYou're welcome, Ema.
DeleteRebekah, that sounds doable. Good tip! I'd be afraid of messing it up, though.
The Huffington Post did an article last week that named "A Real Irish Sweater" as one of 15 things to buy now that will make your life better in 20 years. Aran is one of the brands in the photos. Sorry I can't link at the moment but it's a great list worth checking out.
DeleteTurtleneck versions of this type of sweater are almost always overwhelming at the neck. I couldn't wear this style. I have seen "real Irish" crew, cardigan, and zippered mocknecks at TJMaxx or you can order directly from Aran if those styles are more flattering on you.
Thanks Ema for the tryon. I am cautiously optimistic and looking forward to receiving mine. I am especially glad to hear it is a true ivory. I'm thinking it would be great for outdoor winter wear with a vest. Maybe for ice skating, or a winter walk where you are more worried about warmth than flattering your figure.
DeleteThanks for the review, Ema and the link, Gigi.
DeleteIt's such a lovely sweater, but looks like it won't be a good fit for me. I was so tempted to order it; you both have saved me from a return.
Shopping Celle, it would be adorable with an Excursion Vest for outdoor wear!
DeleteI have worn my Aran Crewneck with Matchstick Cords in Sand and boots for a monochromatic look that is very cozy.
thank you for reviewing this Ema. I wish it didn't come as a turtleneck as almost everything else about it seems perfect. I'm still tempted to get it though and I think even at full price it seems reasonable.
Deletehttp://www.aransweatermarket.com/ladies-knitwear/sweaters/ladies-merino-wool-turtleneck-sweater
DeleteThis is the link for a similar Aran sweater or maybe the exact one but cheaper. I tried comparing this sweater with the J Crew one and they look almost identical. Can't really tell because the lighting in the stock photo on the J Crew site makes the detail look washed out...
It's cheaper but costs $35 to ship to USA...best to go with J Crew if you want that sweater.
DeleteIf you're looking for a made-in-Ireland Aran sweater, I highly recommend Blarney Woolen Mills. Free shipping to the US (15 USD to ship to Canada), and they have a lot of styles available in the same price range as the J.Crew Aran sweater. Their sweaters do tend to run large, but they are extremely comfortable.
Deleteinnisfree - Awesome website! Thanks for sharing. There are at least 4 sweaters I like. I signed up for their email list.
DeleteThanks, innisfree - there are a lot of cute options. Funny, the model in the turtleneck on their site looks like she's wearing a neckbrace as well. Must just be how Aran turtlenecks look.
DeleteFolding the neck down twice instead of once might avoid the neck brace look. When I'm in super cold weather I like the neck brace turtleneck. I'm hoping this sweater will work well for the mountains.
DeleteTFT gal & shopalot - Review of the merino zippered sweater-jacket. The cheers sweatshirt is in there, too.
ReplyDeleteVery helpful as always -- thanks, Gigi!
DeleteTFT gal - You're welcome. Glad you saw it :)
DeleteI was in yesterday and while I was there I picked up a few of the Jewelry Trays for small gifts and stocking stuffers. They are so cute ... adorable idea, J. Crew.
ReplyDeleteI thought they looked cute online too. Tempted but I have plenty of little bone china trays that I would find at thrift stores in England. I like the J.Crew ones though. Good buy:)
DeleteDid stop by since I was doing another store return. The corduroy toothpicks in navy were on sale for $69.99 but I decided that since I have the velvet ones that I did not need them. Did place an on online order this am since the tippi in French knot popped back in my size in the navy/grey colorway. Purchased a Jackie, the zipper wool Minnie's, a cotton robe to get free shipping. Nothing was final sale so it can go back if a no-go. Did see the merino jacket in navy 119.99 so cheaper online. I have one from 2007 maybe and it is a work horse in my wardrobe.
ReplyDeleteThe Moroccan stone bracelet (review) is $69.99 in-store. Totally don't believe it's on sale already, but it is.
ReplyDeleteI think there are going to be more good popbacks coming soon. I don't know when the good update will be, but if you're looking for something getting up in time might be worth it.
ReplyDeleteI got the dreaded cancellation on my tippi pop back from this am. Waiting for the next one on the zipper Minnie's. The other 'tag along' items already shipped :)
ReplyDeleteJRS Conifer. I also got a notice about the short sleeve jeweled sweatshirt being canceled from an order. I was happy to check my voicemail and find a message asking me to call the jcrew 1800 #. The representative had already found the replacement in a store and called to set up delivery and waived shipping. Fingers crossed that it will be in good condition.
DeleteGood luck and fingers crossed. I was impressed that I got the email and then realized they had also called and left me a vm too. I was going to call but have not tried the sweater on and it was not final sale online, not sure if it would be if they did a store search.
DeleteI wondered if it would be final sale for me too. If there was a problem with condition or fit, I think you could probably argue that it shouldn't be if your online order wasn't final sale.
DeleteHas anyone seen the cashmere colorblock waffle sweater IRL? I quite like it and with the sale and my rewards card it suddenly is quite reasonable. However, the term "relaxed fit' scares the bejesus out of me! I like the fit of the cashmere long sleeve T and wonder how the fits compare?
ReplyDeleteIt runs big. I fluctuate between an XS and
DeleteS, and the XS was too big. I wear an XS in the cashmere tee.
Hi WMM, I have it and like it. I am a Small in the cashmere long sleeve tee and took an XS. Looks great with last year's burgundy café capri.
DeleteClick here for reviews of the owl silk boy blouse, jeweled-collar boy blouse & schoolboy in chalk stripe.
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ReplyDeleteI really like the Factory faux fur scarf. I reviewed it along with 6 other items in this post.
ReplyDeleteIs the Merino Scarf Sweater (gray/white version) on sale in stores yet?
ReplyDeleteWent this am, and still reg price
DeleteHas anyone seen the cashmere colorblock waffle sweater? I have been admiring that one for awhile and with the sale and my reward card, it starts to become quite reasonable. However,
ReplyDeleteI tried it on in store! It was cute but ran large- I usually wear a medium in j crew but needed a small in this sweater which was unavailable
DeleteThanks Alex! Explains why only larger sizes ar left!
DeleteI am actually curious as to what the black friday promo will be based on all the sales and promo's lately.. I don't expect it to be anything special.
ReplyDeleteThe Park Royal J. Crew opened in West Vancouver on Friday and already went there yesterday. It's the largest store in the Lower Mainland and has a Crewcuts section as well.
ReplyDeleteHere is the link to the article on 15 Things, including a "A Real Irish Sweater" (Aran) and a Madewell Jacket ....
ReplyDeletehttp://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/11/13/timeless-clothing_n_4267951.html
The outfit you described in the post above sounds so cute. I might just need the sand cords too!
Deletecanadian JCAs did you know you can do a charge send from an American store? I did and my item shipped and the SA waived shipping...what can I say?
ReplyDeleteWOAH...this is a game changer! Don't know if I'm thrilled by or scared of this information! Thank you for sharing!
DeleteCan you tell us how pricing worked? i.e. were you charged the US or CDN retail price, and did you end up incurring any duty when you received your parcel? TIA!
I paid the store price for the item, and will keep you posted about duty when it turns up. I know! exactly what you mean!!
DeleteThat's crazy! Wow, this is great but I'm pretty sure we will get charged duty, def keep us posted. I was always told by stores they could only ship to US I use a US shipping address sometimes so I can do charge sends from the US. Is the package sent UPS? Thank you!
DeleteThe package is being sent by UPS, the SA mentioned that if I was happy with her service perhaps I could call in my experience. I did also in part (she was also very sweet) to see what the 1-800 folks thought of this. The person I talked to acted like this was completely normal?!. Now if I do get dinged I will be annoyed at myself but lets see. will def keep you guys posted.
DeleteThanks Amahendra...looking forward to the follow up! Appreciate the intel!
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