tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post6879608413073570686..comments2024-03-28T05:33:23.130-04:00Comments on J.Crew Aficionada: Product Review: Whitney Long Dress {sigh, pretty!}Alexis {J.Crew Aficionada}http://www.blogger.com/profile/01823796392253094261noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-64958905798990757532010-02-03T22:09:22.879-05:002010-02-03T22:09:22.879-05:00Thank you for the honest review! I was considering...Thank you for the honest review! I was considering buying this dress a a wedding dress option for our laid back beach wedding. I'm glad I found this review... I will be looking elsewhere.Nicole-Lynnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03764959533612146877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-39170004700504290752009-09-09T19:29:07.425-04:002009-09-09T19:29:07.425-04:00i just saw this and had to comment. i went to j c...i just saw this and had to comment. i went to j crew today to try on wedding dresses and i tried on the whitney. i'm 5'6", curvy, d cup. i usually wear 10s and 12s but all they let you try on are 8s in the store. i have to say that the whitney was my favorite. the 8 fit. it fit flowy, held in my chest somehow, and with heels i wouldn't need to shorten. it was one of the most flattering i tried on and i didn't think it looked cheap in any way. maybe i tried it on in the twilight zone, but just thought i'd share....hilsbellshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02511156174941180892noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-5912139584620590692009-06-01T05:15:39.595-04:002009-06-01T05:15:39.595-04:00related post
http://katarashop.blogspot.com/2009/0...related post<br />http://katarashop.blogspot.com/2009/06/ecoskin-whitney-dress.html<br /><br />best regard<br /><A HREF="http://katarashop.blogspot.com/2009/06/ecoskin-whitney-dress.html" REL="nofollow">katarashop</A>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-56236374047750025732009-03-06T14:49:00.000-05:002009-03-06T14:49:00.000-05:00I went to Paris last month. It is very damp, whic...I went to Paris last month. It is very damp, which I think makes it colder. I wore boots the entire time because I hate wet feet. Everyone there was wearing dark wash jeans, so don't listen to people when they say that Parisiennes don't wear jeans! We walked everywhere because that is how you truly get a feel for the city.Snarkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07451535778063413009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-79893505537354108232009-03-06T13:22:00.000-05:002009-03-06T13:22:00.000-05:00I totally agree that Paris is a wonderful city to ...I totally agree that Paris is a wonderful city to explore by walking. It is a must thing to do especially for me as I live in California where everyone lives in their car(s). Anyway, it's your choice to walk or not to but it is recommended. Last time I was in Paris years ago, I walked all over the city and only took the bateau bus once to explore the sites along river seine. I had such a fab time and didnt even feel tired by walking as I was so distracted by all these beautiful sites and shops and people...oh how I miss paris! <BR/>Have a great trip :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-37354563200834738672009-03-06T13:09:00.000-05:002009-03-06T13:09:00.000-05:00A few years back I spent an entire summer in Paris...A few years back I spent an entire summer in Paris wearing a thick wool sweater . . . I believe in was in the 60s, not 50s, but it was bone-chilling: damp, cloudy, and no heat, inside or out, to be found.<BR/><BR/>Yes, it depends on what people are used to and their personal thermometers. It also depends on what you are going to be doing--being inside in meetings all day with a car and driver provided or hoofing it on your own as a tourist (and braving lines outside) are two different experiences/wardrobe challenges entirely. I say be prepared (especially for cold rain)!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-80558950019047699742009-03-06T12:29:00.000-05:002009-03-06T12:29:00.000-05:00There may be "zero need" to walk miles in Paris, b...There may be "zero need" to walk miles in Paris, but I highly recommend it. Great way to see the sights and people, as well as get some exercise, which you may need after sampling the delightful Parisian pastries and cheeses. Like NYC, a wonderful city for walking about.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-75009392962730440392009-03-06T09:24:00.000-05:002009-03-06T09:24:00.000-05:00also, there is zero need to "walk miles" in paris ...also, there is zero need to "walk miles" in paris - there is an outstanding metro system, and bicycle rental stations all over the city.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-35578270646496666702009-03-06T09:23:00.000-05:002009-03-06T09:23:00.000-05:00no one is saying paris might not be cool and damp....no one is saying paris might not be cool and damp. but to make it sound like the weather in paris is so different from what the weather is in various parts of the u.s. is ignorant.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-9273257050193918332009-03-06T09:02:00.000-05:002009-03-06T09:02:00.000-05:00anon (7:44)the victoria ruffle is TTS. the elizabe...anon (7:44)<BR/><BR/>the victoria ruffle is TTS. the elizabeth halter was designed to be roomy and more of a trapeze shape. the victoria is cut straight through the torso. i would recommend buying a 4 if that is what you wear in other blouses or shirts at j. crew. HTH!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-71947524143697524652009-03-06T08:33:00.000-05:002009-03-06T08:33:00.000-05:00anon 7:04 I live in the Uk and anon 3:20 is right....anon 7:04 <BR/>I live in the Uk and anon 3:20 is right. 50 is different when it is damp it does go through you much more than a crisp clear 50 degree day. I just got back from Paris and most people were wearing coats. The women were wearing tights and dresses with scarves and hats. Keep in mind once the sun goes down it gets much colder and wear comfy shoes because you will be walking milesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-69424497440161390512009-03-06T08:26:00.000-05:002009-03-06T08:26:00.000-05:00^Oh, that is not my blog BTW. I found the image v...^Oh, that is not my blog BTW. I found the image via google and love the styling so borrowed the link.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-59282320647250322182009-03-06T08:25:00.000-05:002009-03-06T08:25:00.000-05:00Anony 10:31 - thank you for the comments on the Du...Anony 10:31 - thank you for the comments on the Duchamp Astor. I always thought that it was navy, brown and white. Black will actually give me more wearable options, especially in fall. I plan to wear it soon with skinny white matchsticks, similar to the look in last October's catalogue, seen here:<BR/><BR/>http://40isthenewblack.blogspot.com/2008/09/j-crew-october-astor-jacket-in-duchamp.html<BR/><BR/>It certainly looks like a beautiful piece. After waiting six months I am so excited to get it.<BR/><BR/>Have a wonderful day!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-56399687914336269952009-03-06T07:31:00.000-05:002009-03-06T07:31:00.000-05:00Anon at 12:07. Thanks for a positive review of th...Anon at 12:07. Thanks for a positive review of this item. I too was really surprised and disappointed by the sheer number of people using the previous review to discount this item. If anyone on this blog had read my personal review of the Ecole jacket or any of the ruffled camisoles, it would have been just as negative as the original Whitney poster. That is why I use this blog for information, not guidance.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-61404988499179643682009-03-06T07:20:00.000-05:002009-03-06T07:20:00.000-05:00Wow Anon 7:04am such anger and nastiness so early ...Wow Anon 7:04am such anger and nastiness so early in the morning. Everyone has a different view and way of saying things. Its really not that serious. I hope you have a happy Friday and a uplifting weekend.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-69525523493987838242009-03-06T03:20:00.000-05:002009-03-06T03:20:00.000-05:00marie ant...50 degrees in Paris, England is differ...marie ant...<BR/><BR/>50 degrees in Paris, England is different than in other parts of the US. I know b/c I have lived for years outside the US! It is a climate change. a damp 50 is much different than a dry 50 by a long shot. The chill can get to your bones and you feel it much differently.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-18997363205199619482009-03-06T00:35:00.000-05:002009-03-06T00:35:00.000-05:00Regarding purse care, you may want to try AppleGua...Regarding purse care, you may want to try AppleGuard (leatherstuff.com) or Lovin My Bags products (lovinmybags.com). The LMB products are used for Balenciagas often...audballhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17499068870667071905noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-66399519125177696172009-03-06T00:10:00.000-05:002009-03-06T00:10:00.000-05:00Oh and as to my above review- I am typically a siz...Oh and as to my above review- I am typically a size 8 in dresses and did take a size 8 in this. I am surprised at the front page reviewer who said she was a 34C and could not wear a bra with the dress- I had no trouble. I recommend Victoria's Secret Very Sexy deep V convertible ;) Maybe that will help!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-1172897724547835842009-03-06T00:07:00.000-05:002009-03-06T00:07:00.000-05:00I am a bit confused that everyone seems to be goin...I am a bit confused that everyone seems to be going off of one or two reviews of the dress...so let me balance the playing field.<BR/><BR/>This was my #1 most coveted item. I truly feel that J.Crew designed the yellow printed version just for me. It arrived today and I am obsessed!!! <BR/><BR/>I am 5"7"/150 lbs/34C. The dress is exactly the length I expected- definitely 'maxi' so I would need a small heel (kitten or higher would work). I LOVE the fit of the bust for my size- and there is an interior lining in the top that could give enough support for a smaller chested wearer. I tried it on with my regular fit strapless bra- and had no issues with 'showage' anywhere. <BR/><BR/>It is the perfect dress for a summer wedding, cruise, even a fancy night out on vacay! I probably can't see 'dressing it down' (which I HAD hoped to do) b/c the fabric is definitely a little too 'special occasion'. The silk chiffon fabric is perfect, floaty, great texture. I can not say enough good things about this item. My husband loved it on (on me that is- hee!)- and didn't even give me 'a look' about the price (hee). So, please don't just take one or two people's negative opinions if you feel this could be a dress for you. I will definitely be looking for more reasons to wear this all summer long!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-52012301925908857752009-03-05T23:06:00.000-05:002009-03-05T23:06:00.000-05:00Sorry about the mix up in your name NewHavenMaven....Sorry about the mix up in your name NewHavenMaven. LOL I will definitely get a small since I wear a JC 6. Thanks so much for the information and helping me to decide to pull the trigger. Grecian it is!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-10523179164536181392009-03-05T22:48:00.000-05:002009-03-05T22:48:00.000-05:00I just received this dress. It is absolutely beaut...I just received this dress. It is absolutely beautiful and it is at a great price point. Perfect for a beach wedding. I am 5'5 and ordered a size 0. It fits true to size.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-35015551843208873122009-03-05T22:31:00.001-05:002009-03-05T22:31:00.001-05:00anon @ 10:00 pm--the duchamps does not have any na...anon @ 10:00 pm--the duchamps does not have any navy in it. its black, brown and ivory. but you should be able to get some early spring wear out of it because it does not have a heavy, wintery look. you might try wearing it with jeans and a pop of color under it for spring.<BR/><BR/>its a great jacket, even if you decide not to wear it until next fall. its a collection piece that is certainly not 'disposable' or 'trendy'.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-16334901659455424862009-03-05T22:31:00.000-05:002009-03-05T22:31:00.000-05:00marie antoinette you have a point that the tempera...marie antoinette you have a point that the temperature is the same. But the style is definitely a consideration when traveling and I believe that was the nature of the query. I've seen people wearing puffers in ATL when those in Canada would be wearing shorts. Nothing wrong with being yourself but you don't want to be noticed for dressing inappropriately. When in Rome... Or Paris. ;-)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-69739314854085324222009-03-05T22:13:00.000-05:002009-03-05T22:13:00.000-05:00^ I meant leather protector SPRAY, not suede. duh...^ I meant leather protector SPRAY, not suede. duh.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317882250647868056.post-62204218606208235182009-03-05T22:05:00.000-05:002009-03-05T22:05:00.000-05:00I sprayed my uptown tote with leather protector wh...I sprayed my uptown tote with leather protector when I bought it and haven't had any stains yet. It's the white one so I'm quite careful but I swear by leather protector suede on every leather and suede item I buy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com