J. Crew Reviews: New Spring Arrivals - Tops

I did a marathon try-on session today. Whew. It was fun but I left feeling a little disappointed. All the high-neck dresses are not really working for me and where, oh where, are the printed pencil skirts? Perhaps they are coming later in the spring. That is what I want to see. The sale section was certainly full and I think there are plenty of bargains to be found. Anyhoo, here's some new stuff!

Merino Tippi Sweater in Stripe Monarch (XS)
Cafe Capri in Seersucker (size 0)

 I'll review the pants in another post. The sweater. Hmmm... I'm sure some will love it and I adore butterflies but man did I feel like I had shopped at Kmart. I actually checked the tag of the sweater because the knit felt so much like acrylic. This sweater ran rather long. The knit is pretty thick too, thicker than your average tippi, so I wouldn't consider this so spring-like.

 Merino Tippi Sweater in Graphic Floral (XS)

The fit on this was much better but I'm still not feeling these. The graphics just look cheap to me.

 Linen Eyelet Top (size 0)

 This is already sold out! I see why - it is absolutely adorable. This is one size smaller than my usual size and I think that's right although it did feel slightly tight in the shoulders. The side view is not so great but it's quite cute from the front and back. My only complaint is that the slight shirring/pleating right below the eyelet on the front emphasizes my ample bosom and I'm not sure this is a good thing. Those who are less endowed will be fine.

 Linen Eyelet Top (size 2)
No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Navy-White Stripe (size 2)

Here's the size 2, my regular size, and I'm not loving it. Felt a bit too maternity although does solve the shoulder tightness and the slight pulling over the bustline. What do you think? I'll review the skirt in another post.

Swoop Top in Punk Floral (size 2)

I'm showing the back view first because I think that's the best part of this blouse. LOVE it. The front with the pleating is not great for larger busted ladies.

 Trying to show how it is definitely too big. Would love to try on the size 0 but this puppy is definitely selling out fast! The shade of green is fantastic but again I'm not loving this print. Where are the sunshine peonies or watercolor floral prints?

 Floral-Stripe Tee (XXS)

Love the lightweight feel of this tee and the fit. So cute. Not loving the flowers. Feels too much like my grandma's couch. Again, just my opinion.

Embroidered Gauze Top in Navy (XXS)

Don't know what happened with my pic on this one. Not sure if less blurry would make it any better. This run really large! Is it a beach cover-up? It lists it under the top section but I felt a bit silly. Would be cute as a casual throw-on during a beach vacation.

Silk-Collar Tee (XS) in Navy

I've tried this on before and was debating purchasing it. It's so flattering but I don't usually wear stuff so high up on my neck and am not sure if this is too far out of my comfort zone.

Thoughts?

Downtown Field Jacket (XXS) in Mossy Brown

Love this jacket and thought I would try on an XXS just out of curiosity. Love the way it looks but I couldn't even move my arms. I will stick to my usual size XS.

Will have some bottoms and dresses reviews shortly.

What are you loving from the recent rollout?