Product Review: Merino Flutter-Trim Tunic

Merino Flutter-Trim Tunic
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Item 12435
Regular: $79.50
Now: $49.99

A big "thanks!" goes to Starla729 who shared with us her great review of this top:

The Merino Flutter Trim Tunic caught my eye as soon as it came out. It seemed like a twist on a basic that could fit right into my wardrobe. Being a catalog only item, I held off on ordering for a while, until a free ship code with a low enough minimum came out for me. I ordered the light pewter in a medium. I'm 5'6" and usually take mediums in tops.

Anyway, what I like about the tunic is the silk chiffon trim. It is very pretty and delicate, adding a nice detail to the sweater. The merino wool is very soft. The texture reminds me of the softness of the Portland Merino Cardigan. However, the wool in the light pewter color is very sheer.

Also, the v-neck on the sweater is very low for my liking. I tried putting a cami underneath to take care of the sheerness and low v, but the cami took away from the silk chiffon trim at the neckline. The two together just didn't seem right.

Lastly, I felt this tunic ran large. I almost felt I could size down to a small, and I never wear a size small in tops. I didn't feel the tunic had a lot of shape to it, it seemed a more boxy cut, and didn't define the waist enough for me. I'm not sure if that is just the tunic cut of the sweater or if sizing down would have helped. The length of the tunic hit about 6 inches past my waist.

Overall, I am disappointed with the sweater and it will be going back. It's a pretty piece, and I wonder if a darker color and sizing down would be more of what I am after.

"Thanks!" again to Starla729 for sharing with us her great review! Especially since this is catalog/online only item and I was wondering about the fit/ sizing of this sweater.

What are your thoughts on the Merino Flutter-Trim Tunic? Are you considering or already have purchased this sweater? If so, please share with us your reviews too! :)

Madewell Email: 20% off: It's a spring thing

Madewell sent an email with their latest promotion. They are offering 20% off your entire purchase (with no apparent minimum). To redeem this offer, just click here (or on the image above) and print it out (to hand to the store associate). This offer expires 4/26/09.

As an aside, I visited the newly opened Madewell in Greenwich, CT two weeks ago and I was just not that impressed with the offerings. I think it is because I am not the targeted clientele they are after (which is code for, "I felt too old & un-cool to be there!"). ;) What I did get from the visit... a better appreciation for J.Crew's clothes!

J.Crew Email: You'll flip for this...

"Thanks!" to You'll flip for this... (in this post) & Danielle who let us know about a promotion J.Crew emailed certain customers on Friday. (I say certain customers, because I did not get this email. Yet another one! So I really appreciate the sharing.) :)

J.Crew is offering select styles of flip flops (click here) for just $10. It is unclear how long this offer will last. Also, this promotion is limited to just the ladies. (Sorry guys-I hope you get a good promotional offer too!) This is a great deal for those interested. :)

Do you plan on taking advantage of this offer? If so, which pair of flip flops do you plan to get? Also, have you been getting all of J.Crew's promotional emails or are you getting select ones?

J.Crew Email: Cardmember's Only: Sneak Peek For May

A big "thanks!" to AnneG & Ashley who were kind enough to share this email that J.Crew sent their card members this past Friday.

J.Crew offered a sneak peak to a few items a week before its official debut:

1. Metallic-leather minaudière (Item 14666; $98.00)
2. Ribboned-pearl necklace (Item 17763; $55.00)
3. Pearl-cluster necklace (Item 14503; $125.00)
4. Lyla printed peep toes (Item 15447; $250.00)
   

I love the shoes! Also, I am thrilled to see J.Crew offering its card members something extra special, promotion-wise.

What are your thoughts on the new arrivals? Do you like or dislike any of the pieces? Do you think you will pre-order any of them?

Side note: This past week I ended up getting sick. So I apologize for not "keeping up" with the blog (like not posting this email sooner). I really appreciate everyone's understanding. :) And now back to J.Crew!

Crewcuts Email: Top Picks From Our Crewcuts Designer

"Thanks!" to Marietta, who shared Crewcuts latest email. Crewcuts sent an email with their top "Cooper Picks". In particular, the email states: "Jenny Cooper, Crewcuts Designer and mom of two, picks her favorites from our Spring lineup".

I would totally wear any of those looks for girls! In particular, I am loving that orange tulle pixie ballet skirt. I think both the color and shape is darling!

Happy {weekend} shopping!

Seek & Find: Will you visit J.Crew this Weekend?

This is the weekly "sale watch" post, to help each other find sale items at our various local J.Crew stores. ;)

If you are stopping by a J.Crew store this weekend to take advantage of using your Red Card, to see what's available in the Spring Sale, or to see some new Spring arrivals 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!

J.Crew Email: Spring sale + free shipping extended

"Thanks!" to so many of you, including Julie & Marietta, who let us know about the following promotion by J.Crew.

J.Crew is offering a 2-day extension of free shipping on orders of $150+ with promo code FREESHIP. This offer expires 4/17/09.

They are also letting us know that new styles have been added to the Spring Sale!

Are you planning on taking advantage of this promotion? If so, please share! :)

Darlings, is it time for a J.Crew coupon code?

Yes, it is that wonderful time!

J.Crew is offering free shipping on orders of $150+ with promo code HRR-970. This offer expires 5/9/09. :)

Jenna Lyons' "My Stuff" In Vanity Fair

A big "thanks!" to Doug who not only shared but also scanned an article in the recent Vanity Fair magazine (page 64 in the May 2009 edition), which features J.Crew's Jenna Lyons.

When you click on the image above (or here), you can read more about Jenna's "favorite things" when it comes to beauty products, home, clothes, & inspirations.

Also, there is a brief intro that reads: "Jenna Lyons, J.Crew's creative director, has transformed the company's image by infusing preppy basics with retro glamour and fashion-forward design. She has also launched their granny-chic jewelry line and seasonal collections of limited-edition pieces."

Is it just me, or is there a lot "goin' on" with these two sentences in terms of descriptions (e.g. retro glamour and fashion forward)? And what does "granny-chic" really mean? ;)

What are your thoughts on the brief intro? Do you think it describes Jenna Lyon's contributions to J.Crew accurately? Also, what do you think of her selections as favorite things?

J.Crew Email: Say "I do" at J.Crew...

"Thanks!" to Julie who shared with us an email J.Crew sent on Friday. (I didn't get this email either. So I really appreciate Julie sharing it with us. I wonder, how does one sign up to receive all emails?) ;)

The email lets us know that J.Crew will have some of their wedding gowns and bridesmaid dresses available to preview at select J.Crew locations. (This news was also mentioned in a previous post, "J.Crew Wedding Trunk Show & More!"). To view which stores might carry select pieces pertaining to the wedding collection, go to the "Store Locator" page (click here), where there is a new category in the key called "wedding collection preview".