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!
Soooooo, I was going to go return the windowpane silk twill dress that I tried on last week that felt beautiful (lovely fabric) but fit weird (too large in the chest, weird puckering at the hips), but I tried it on again this morning and it fit fine. There was a slight puckering at the hips but nothing major.
ReplyDeleteIt's such a pretty dress and I could see it being a workhorse in my wardrobe - perfect to wear under a cardigan or jacket at work, lovely for summer, and I only paid $39.99!
I feel like if I return it I'm going to regret it. But I hated it the first time I tried it on!
I always try things on more than once. Unfortunately, some items end up in my closet and become the item I keep trying on and keep taking off. :(
DeleteWere you trying it on with the same bra each time?
DeleteHow about going to a tailor to correct the chest area? Tailoring may be worth it given the great price you paid. Good luck!
DeleteI was retaining water the day I first tried it on - that may have had something to do with it.
DeleteTailoring in my area would cost more than the dress, and it might not even be perfect!
At least it's not final sale and I have 60 days...
some pre orders online. type in preorder in search. the new perfect t- shirt may have longer sleeves but its 1.5 inches shoerter in length now. Carolyn from Vancouver......
ReplyDeleteFYI ..new items start mid to end of first page...so scroll down.
Deletelots od items in the new ratti stripe floral print. but the green colour looks like acid green to me...not a fan. C from V
Thanks for the heads up - I need the snake skin Audrey flat!
DeleteConfession time -- i HAD to break my January shopping ban b/c I happened to try on the Striped boatneck T-shirt with French logo (item F4407) in the Sale section at my store. Sizes there didn't fit, but I added it to my Wishlist and my size popped up this AM. I know i need another striped shirt like I need a hole in my head but it was so cute & only $18! Squee! I also threw in a pair of Teddies in Cabernet, $16. (I recently wore new Cargo pants w/ the zipper in aubergine and i hate how they fit :-(
ReplyDeleteOh no! Those pants are on their way to me! What didn't you like about them?
Delete@PolishedTeacher, they're very cute, but because they're a bit high-waisted, they didn't fit me in my same size as last year's cargo pants (P25). I had to go up a size and the new size was baggy at the waist and stomach area, just a weird fit for me personally. But I definitely couldn't fit my 'regular' size -- too tight in the waist, crotch and calves. Another JCA said she had similar issues when I posted my review earlier this week, so not sure if it's just me or what. Disappointed, but hopefully it's not an issue for you & maybe mine is just a result of batch-cutting issues.
DeleteHmmm, I loved the skinny cargos from last year and ordered the aubergine ones in the same size as those. Hoping it works out since I took a chance with final sale (against my better judgement). Thanks for the response! Glad you got some great deals on other items.
Delete@Polishedteacher, I'd love to hear what you think re) city and I'm hoping they work out for you because they're nice pants. Maybe I just received a bum pair - my husband recently ordered three cords in different colors, same size, but one fit totally different than the rest. Womp womp!
Deletei need to return those chinos and the too large striped tunic. i think i'm going to give the tunic another shot in a smaller size but, heck no!, on those chinos.
ReplyDeletei also did place an order for the ornate floral tippi and the ruffle chambray pants and some hoop earrings. there's some other stuff i want that isn't popping up online yet that i'll order on the next roll out: those liberty pjs and the windowpane martie pants (although, they feel a little summary to me)...
and where the heck are the rewards cards?!
and my shopping ban starts next month?
@Miss JR, Rewards were mailed out at the beginning of this month so you know Crew, we won't start seeing them until early February at most. 😕
DeleteP.S., my store had some new Marties and they definitely seemed summery! Both in color and fabric.
I have been so bad with these sales. I picked up that pair of sorel boots from the 50% sale and just yesterday the huntress coat in navy popped back in my size so I couldn't resist. I usually don't find much between January-March so I'm hoping after this last sale I won't see anything else. I didn't love anything I saw from the pre-order section, but if I may if I see them IRL!
ReplyDeleteAre there suppose to be more new items on Monday? Will there be a promo?
ReplyDeleteI'll be staying away. Massive protests scheduled for tonight has basically most businesses closing early and some even boarding up windows. I am hoping these stay peaceful and not turn into riots like after the election. Between this and some recent extraordinary weather, businesses have really been hurting.
ReplyDeleteAs the President and others were exiting the exterior podium to go back inside the Capital Bldg. post the inauguration, I noticed a guest wearing what looked like the oxford coat. Did anyone else see that on tv? It stood out in the sea of solid coats.
ReplyDeleteI did! I pointed it out to a VPS who helped me score the Lady Day Coat in a sold out color and a sold out size too!
DeleteI also spotted the checked coat and wondered if it is a JCrew coat. If I remembered correctly, I saw it when Senator Mitch McConnell and his wife Elaine Chao entered the Capital Bldg.
DeleteI would love a Style Guide even though I am on my ban. Anybody see them in stores yet?
ReplyDeleteThis is OT but I was organizing my 99% J Crew closet today and I realized once again that there are some things that J Crew does sooo much better than anyone else. Take chambray shirts. I have an embarrassing collection - Always, Western, Star Dot Keeper, End on End and Selvedge - and they are each wonderful. Perfect weight, color, flattering fits.
Styleguide will be in stores on monday.
DeleteThanks, Ina!
DeleteI got a style guide today, they were out at the Washington DC store on F street. I also used the last of my Christmas gift card and snagged a few items. The store was totally empty but a lot going on outside.
DeleteI stopped by my store to make some returns and checked out the sale section. A few pairs of Avery heels in larger sizes. I tried on the Distressed Lookout high rise jeans in black that are now on sale online, they're not on sale in store and as a matter of fact, I was told they weren't even an additional 40% off, but I knew they were since I checked this morning, didn't matter since I hated the way they fit.
ReplyDeleteMostly I'm not loving the fit or feel of J.Crew jeans aside from the Point Sur which are all cotton. Even with skinny jeans, I prefer them a little "slouchy" and the material of these doesn't work for that, at least not for my body.
One new arrival I loved was the Gemma suede flats with pom-poms in festive green. I was wearing all black and my red coat, and the green popped. The color is beautiful. I didn't see the yellow in store. One thing, they run BIG. I tried on an 8 and it fit fine. I'd imagine they'd stretch a bit too, so I suggest sizing down a half size from your regular Gemma size.
Next off to Madewell where I wanted to try on more black jeans, including their version of the Rayner jean in black, with the let out hem, which is on sale plus an extra 40% off in store. My regular size fit fine, but I didn't like the cut on me. I almost ordered a size up just to see butthen I remembered the two pairs of Rayner jeans I bought and finally sold. I did however, fall in love with the Caldwell pull-on trousers. OMG, they are like my favorite lululemon wide leg pants but can be dressed up or worn with a tank and sandals. They have nice size pockets. They are amazing vacation pants. The legs are so full they can almost pass as a skirt, kind of like the ultra wide leg collection pants from J.Crew last winter, but in a washable poly :( blend. There are many sizes available online, but not additional 40% off. I took the smaller of my two pant sizes because I have a small waist (and luckily that was there). If you go to a store you can have them order and they won't be final sale.
Also at Madewell, all sale jewelry was an extra 50% off.
@SuzHas, my store had the new yellow Gemmas and I thought the color veered more towards chartreuse, personally. This past holiday season, I ordered the suede Gemmas with contrast piping, but I returned them because I thought they ran wide (as opposed to long). I've had that issue with Gemmas before - I usually go down a size with them, but even when I do, some are still too wide. (Leopard fit perfectly, while the striped canvas ones from last summer feel like little boats and I had to buy heel catchers.)
DeleteThanks for all the Madewell reviews, I recently spotted a pretty bracelet from them.
I was really hoping the Gemmas were true yellow. Me and chartreuse aren't friends.
DeleteI saw your comment about the yellow ones. They wouldn't work for me no matter what because of the orange. The green have a soft of turquoise trim and dark navy bow (reads as black) so I think the color would be versatile. I find the Gemma's wide too. And I don't have delicate feet AT ALL.
DeletePosted pics of the Caldwell pull on trousers in the dressing room and two ways I'd style them on IG @wearthislikethis.
DeleteAlso, received my faux fur stole (with blackwatch) and wow, is it gorgeous. It's substantial enough in size to wear without tucking the end through, as Bonnie bee and Ina both did on IG. If this pops back, GET IT.
Delete@SuzHas, you have to keep those pants, you can really pull them off!! Love how you've styled them. The stole sounds great, would love to see a pix!
Delete@D*ska, re) those yellow Gemmas, let's wait for more JCAs to chime in because my impression may very well be mistaken. I was pressed for time so looked at everything quickly, but yea, I've been wanting a pair of sunny yellow suede shoes, like the Dulcis from last year.
@TM93 I'm keeping the Caldwell pull on trousers! I love them.
DeleteI almost posted a pic of the stole over my sweats, it just came tonight as we were getting ready to watch tv. I'll post tomorrow.
I'm hoping that this year works out like the last two where I severely curtailed my shopping. Not because I wanted to but because I couldn't find the time or energy. Two out of state moves, new job and back to school, whew! Now that I'm settled, I'm kinda liking the new less is more approach. I've only picked up truly special pieces, things that I really loved and fit beautifully. I want to keep to that. I haven't bought a tee in the last two years and still have plenty. Currrently I'm looking at the pre-order Windowpane Trench and wondering whether it fits the bill. The fabric content isn't even listed on the mobile site. I have no use for heat for coats anymore but I need my cool outerwear fix.
ReplyDeleteHi D*ska, it's nice to see you back! I love the idea of less is more. My goal is to pick special pieces and be more choosy. I need to wait for a couple of rollouts to go by I think rather than buy from each one.
DeleteThe windowpane trench looks lovely, weird that they forgot to list the fabric.
Hi D*ska (good to see you!) and jan - I think I saw on Mygoddy's IG pic that the windowpane trench is cotton, and it appears to possibly be unlined from the online pic - I'm wondering if it's like the shirting stripe trench (F3901) from last spring?
Deletejan and silver_lining; thanks! I love being on this blog and hate when I can't find the time for it.
DeleteI am pleased that the windowpane trench is cotton. The sunshine state isn't conducive to poly and fabrics that don't breathe. I'd still love to see it on a blogger before I bit the bullet since now my nearest B&M store is 40 minutes away making returns too much of a hassle. The shirting stripe trench was a disappointment for me. I just didn't love it like I thought I would. i hope it doesn't sell out before I make up my mind.
Will go to see what's new. For the first time in a long time, I don't have any open orders. I'm really happy with everything I ordered during 50% off sale & received this week. Collection suede leggings in black fit great; suede is supple; feels as nice as my Vince leggings & fit is tts. Wore them yesterday & likely again tomorrow. Collection wool flannel skirt in gray; fabric is nice. Doesn't feel as rough as tartan plaid even though it's also a wool/poly blend. Fit is tts, drape is beautiful & agree with reviews. Will have it hemmed to wear with flats. Italian cashmere tie neck sweater in gray; cashmere is soft, fit is tts and the gray perfectly matches J Crew merino wool skirt I bought a few years ago. Can't resist Drake, so I ordered the skinny scarf in BOP; already have it in Pink Bengal and love it. Also ordered unicorn pajama top; fit is tts, drapes well & works with leather cognac skirt. Top and print is really versatile and pretty. Still waiting to receive collection ultra wide leg pant in glen plaid Italian cashmere popped back in my size on super sale (was swooning over these and hope they work with Italian cashmere swing sweater in gray; loved this sweater so much I bought navy too) and the merino long cardigan in Sherwood forest. I discovered this cardigan late; ordered my first one this winter in neon orange and love it. It was a steal for $20 during 60% off sale.
ReplyDeleteAm I seeing this right? The stuff that's on preorder is rolled out already??
ReplyDeleteI thought roll-out is not until this coming Mon or Tues?
Deleteyour eyes are just fine....you are correct>
DeleteOh you're right! How curious. I wonder if this was a mistake bc although most items are there, I don't see the Windowpane Trench coat, or this other top that my store had the other day.
Delete@TM93, the Windowpane Trench coat is under Collection. Scroll about half way down the page.
Delete(Item G2383)
@maryeb, thank you! Now I see it. It's very cute and as someone pointed out on IG, it's rare that they offer a Collection item in Petite. Appreciative of that, though somewhat surprised JC decided to offer another item in shirting fabric, since I thought the last one was a dud. (That shirting stripe trench received bad reviews, ended up marked down, etc) Hopefully this particular fabric is sturdier because it's a nice looking coat.
DeleteAgreed! It's a lovely coat. Debating between the Windowpane and the Striped Trench.
DeleteI love the style of the striped trench but can't get passed the lining. I know, I know it's inside and won't really show. I need to see it in person so i can decide.
DeleteGingham ruffle button-up with grosgrain tie: just received this. Was contemplating between this and the final sale Thomas Mason black and white gingham, though I have a ruffle-less Thomas Mason black and white gingham. Related to a review I read, this feels like something a country western singer would have worn in the 80s. It's cute but I don't love the grosgrain ribbon which is kind of floppy. (It is removable.) Fit runs pretty small through the shoulders and upper back, it's a little tight on me. Without the ribbon it's a nice shirt, thescale of the gingham is very small but not quite microgingham. It's too similar to my other one without the ribbon so it's going back.
ReplyDeleteWill post a pic of the faux fur stole on IG. I really like the mixed tones in the faux fur. I had a cheaper old navy version years ago and with the fabulous sale price, this is a much nicer quality piece for not a big chunk of change. The size is substantial, with a high waisted skirt it almost hits my waist.
ReplyDeleteGo shopping *after* the women's march!!!
ReplyDeleteRock on, Sarah.
DeletePinterest is slowly loading with the Feb style guide. Love the mermaid print in crewcuts. Am thinking the tippi in that print would go with a lot of my summer skirts that I usually do stripes with.
ReplyDelete28 images of the New Balance collab...overkill much?
Delete@Alyssa It really seems like they're pushing that NB line hard, doesn't it? I wish jcrew could get over its identity crisis and focus on what they used to do best!
Deleteagreed. I will not buy any of it. too late to the party. and bad judgement of collab on J Crews part. they picked a dud.
DeleteAgree - a lot of New Balance items in this rollout.
DeleteI agree that it was a bad collaboration choice (has there been any backlash?) and really why do they feel the need to jump on the active wear train that left the station a few years ago. My store said they'll be carrying it now, I couldn't feign enthusiasm.
DeleteI don't get the new balance thing.. I know crazy print leggings are a thing right now, but I'm at the gym five days a week and wear all black—aside from my sneakers. Most of my gym friends are in black leggings, If not all black. And how many regular women wear crop tops to the gym? I don't know many. Why no looser pants? Almost everything is so fitted. No thanks.
DeleteI know I'm in the minority, but I actually really like the NB stuff... I mountain bike, run, do yoga, sometimes rock climb and kickbox... And I like the fitted stuff more then baggy pants. I also get really tired of wearing black and gray so, yeah, give me crazy colors and patterns and stripes and polka dots galore!!!
DeleteAnd I do agree their timing is off... And my favorite gym clothing manufacturer is actually athleta, but I've really liked the pieces I have gotten from the JCrew NB colab.
It's good to hear a different perspective. I'm glad it works for you, it just seems like a BIG line when there are so many other fitness brands that don't do regular clothes.
DeleteI like some of the patterns on tops to wear with my black or gray leggings but I am also very hard on my workout clothes in terms of wear and laundry so I want something to last. My stuff from Athleta is generally the winner, even over Under Armour. For those prices I would want to know that they last well, don't lose shape with too many washings etc. I'm just reluctant to take that chance.
DeleteI like the overall aesthetic of the NB collab. I really enjoy the more preppy look of the pieces, and have found a few that I really like. The full-length leggings are awesome and I love them more than my trusty Under Armours.
DeleteI'm in the gym 5 times a week doing cardio and lifting, and I like that the JCrew/NB line lets me still feel put together and feminine when I'm moving heavy things :)
I'm glad that you girls are feeling the NB collab! I'm just a casual at home work out lady, so target c-9 and old navy work fine for me 😉 I just really miss the classic styles of the past, like the catalogs I used to browse through in middle school and high school wishing I could afford just one piece! (My obsession goes waaaay back, lol)
DeleteI think some of these product line decisions are margin related, I.e., bridal is very $$$ due to manufacturing costs and generally labor-intensive w returns and alterations. J Crew is discontinuing bridal. Athletic wear is pretty high - margin. Not only is it a trend albeit late in the game, but it is probably a more profitable line for them, especially since NB is assuming the risks of design and manufacture.
ReplyDeleteI think the site has the new rollout up - - all the green new balance is there plus several other new items. Just ordered an elephant pattern cover up!
ReplyDeleteinteresting. if only they had gone with Nike. NB....no way.
ReplyDeletethey are really pushing the sjgnet bag...again. too small for me.
ReplyDeletethe purse selection has been negelected for quite some time IMO.
Can anyone with both the tartan maxi and the gray flannel maxi confirm that their sizing/fit is the same? I have the tartan maxi (wore it last night, pic on my Instagram @monzabuss) and want to buy the flannel, too, even though it's final sale.
ReplyDeleteI bought the same size in both and fit is very similar.
DeleteThanks! The size I have in the tartan is a little tight, so I will try to be patient and wait for a popback in the next size.
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DeleteMonica Bonica - I agree with Mygoddy on the sizing of the skirts. I own both of them, each in the same size, and find them to be almost identical.
DeleteJust got my style guide yesterday. Intrigued by the window pane martie pants and that tie waist tunic. Just waiting for my rewards! 🤤
ReplyDeleteHi all-I saw the Style guide and I am really liking some of the items! I know J Crew has had their issues, however I don't know what I would do if they went out of business-I would be devastated! 80% if my wardrobe is J Crew-I have been buying there for 20+ years.
ReplyDeleteThis season I have snagged some great after Christmas sale buys-I was able to get the Estime boots in Navy patent and the burgundy velvet on sale-gorgeous! The flannel bow pants are a steal a the current price, and quite lovely. I also got the oxford plaid coat and the bright pink cocoon coat for great prices!! I am still rooting for J Crew, and I hope they can pull out of their slump!
I agree. I've gotten some nice stuff. Too much.
DeleteFrom the Cold Case Archives: Found a pair of J. Crew Favorite Fit corduroys, 0P, for $8 in TJ Maxx clearance at McMurray, PA. Tag identified it as circa Holiday '07 - 10 years ago! I excitedly tried them on but they were not that flattering, so I did not purchase.
ReplyDeleteWow that's crazy! Must have come from the warehouse, would love to find some older items. :)
Deletehas anyone love the sunglasses ? J Crew is showing two new styles.
ReplyDeleteI didn't like the cases at all...now that the older version are on sale I don't even want them anymore.
I do really like my Ryan ones, great quality, comfortable and stylish. :) I've never seen any of the others IRL though.
Deletelove to hear if anyone sees the perfect t-shirt IRL. the longer sleeves fine....but it is 1.5 inches shorter in length. funny they failed to mention that!!!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat?! Nooooo. My black short sleeve perfect shirt is past its prime and I was intrigued by the new longer length sleeves, but a shorter overall length will not work for me as I'm tall.
Deleteyup....older ones say length is 26.5 new ones 25 inches, they are messing with the basic pieces again.
DeleteI understand that they need to update styles as fashion evolves. However, sometimes basic things like tees do not need updating. They could have as easily offered this longer sleeved style as a second option. Just my opinion.
DeleteI wish they would try and do more than stripes, stripes and more stripes....not all of us look that good it horizontal lines. just saying.
DeleteI wish they would try and do more than stripes, stripes and more stripes....not all of us look that good it horizontal lines. just saying.
DeleteStopped by to say goodbye to my B&M (Albany, NY) on their last day - they've been open for 16 years, and I've been shopping there at least 12. Really bummed for them - such a friendly and helpful team. This will significantly impact my ordering as I am not used to paying to ship returns. JC, if you're going to continue to close B&M locations, you may want to consider something like the Madewell program that offers free return shipping to certain tiers (how about cardholders?).
ReplyDeleteAlso, for any other upstate NY JCA's - they heard that the JC at DestiNY (Syracuse) renewed their lease for only one year, so it's possible that they could be the next to go. : /
That's so sad, Im sorry for the employees and for you and other customers. I've actually been to that Jcrew when I've travelled that highway down from Canada. They were super nice.
DeleteRe: syracuse, wow that would be crazy since destiny is a gigantic mall with lots of entertainment etc. I've been to that one many times as it used to be my closest from Canada. The gap and pottery barn kids closed in that mall awhile ago so who knows. I hope there aren't going to be many b&m closings.
Hi jan - I thought it was crazy, too! I grew up near Syracuse and remember when Destiny was just Carousel Center. They always seemed to have a lot going on so I'd be surprised if their JC closed.. but I also thought that it was so strange that they couldn't even keep a Gap, of all places!
DeleteOh no! My friend in the Adirondacks is going to be SO bummed to hear this...she's a transplanted NYC gal and Albany is her closest connection to city stores, and she loves J.Crew. :(
DeleteSilver lining - that was nice of you to say good bye...Were they able to get jobs at other Jcrews? I would guess not, since there can't be that many in Albany....I know I, too, would cut down on my JC purchases by a ton if my local store were to close. I feel your pain...
ReplyDeleteHi mirielle - no, and what's tough is that they opened a JC Mercantile here about 6 months ago. I feel like if their timing was better than the B&M staff could've transferred there. I will be sending an e-mail to corporate to mention (among other things) considering other options for returns (free return shipping, maybe the ability to return Factory items to retail) if they're going to continue to close stores.
DeleteI'm so sad for you Silverlining. I would also have to travel about an hour if my store were to close someday and have to cut out the buy multiple sizes and return cycle for sure.
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