This is the weekly "Other JCrew-like Retailers" post (similar to the "Off On A Tangent"
posts), where we can share our finds from other
retailers that have offerings similar to J.Crew
(like Anthropologie, LE Canvas, Gap, BR, Talbots, Ann
Taylor, and the like.)
If you
have recently encountered items that are similar to
J.Crew, maybe you might be
willing to share that information with us
in this post.
Please feel
free to share your story on almost any topic—
including experiences with certain merchandise pieces,
promotions/ offers, in-store visits,
transactions with store associates, etc.
I wanted a new cashmere hoodie and not liking the JC offerings for that past couple of years decided to try one from Quince ($90). Just got it yesterday so can't speak to longevity/pilling but I like the fit (tts), the zipper, thickness of the knit.
ReplyDeleteAlso, Ines de La Fressange Fall/Winter collection for Uniqlo launches tomorrow. I only saw two things that looked interesting, a striped wool sweater and a fair isle type cardigan I want to try. Waiting to see if they are 100% wool.
The Gap currently has a Merino Wool Boyfriend Cardigan (item #706752) in several colors which reminds me very much of old J Crew. 100% merino wool (unlike much of the 'Crew's current offerings which are either cashmere or an acrylic blend). I have many, cherished, long merino cardigans from JCrew circa 2010-2014ish and I wear them all the time. I picked a gray one from the Gap and am pretty excited about it.
ReplyDeleteI have last year’s version of the Gap merino cardigan. Recommend! It’s very nice, washes well & has no acrylic. Banana Republic also sells a similar 100% merino cardigan. Have several of these and can also highly recommend.
DeleteSpeaking of the Gap family, I finally tried Athleta Elation leggings which a gym friend has been recommending. Somehow I got 7/8 length in tall which I loved so I ordered a second pair. I guess I hadn’t noticed the full length when I ordered initially. They do not move, not see through and super comfortable. I like that the sizing is comparable to regular brands, unlike Lululemon.
ReplyDeleteI am also keeping Venture pants and Trekkie pants which were both on sale and a great price with the friends and family discount last week. They’re perfect for hiking and reservation walks without looking like I came out of an REI catalog. I have wide leg Cabo linen pants coming…tried a different pair of Cabo pants and liked them but wanted a wider leg.
They are not cheap, pricewise, but I have learned “cheap” and “athletic wear” (or pants in general) are not a good combo for me anymore. I’m too picky about fit and quality.