Monday, June 10, 2013

J. Crew Review: Pants and Sweaters

Crisscross Tee (XS)
 I can't find this one online right now which probably means it's on sale. Thanks to JustVisiting for pointing out that this is the Crisscross tee. It's very cute. I like the fit of a lot of these printed tees at J Crew this spring - just the right amount of shape without being clingy. The colors are beautiful.

Toothpick Jean in Geometric Print (size 27)

 I tried on this as sort of a joke to myself and then I really liked them. I saw an older woman wearing them at a museum the other day and I thought she looked so hip and yet classy and dignified. Who knew? I think they will go on further markdown so I will probably wait until I can get them for a song. I think they could be so versatile in one's wardrobe - especially since they are navy not black!

 Cafe Capri (size 00) in Rich Peacock
I'm always sort of on the fence about the cafe capri but I am in desperate need of work pants that actually fit so I got these. This is one size down from my normal and I think it was the right call. After wearing them a bit they gave just enough to be fitted but not obscene. I love the color and they are on sale for $34.99 in store! Full price online!

 Merino Tippi Sweater in School-of-Fish Print (size XS)
Scout Chino (size 0) in Rouge
The sweater is quite cute - a little reminiscent of that 90's L.L. Bean sweater that everyone had who went to Preppy McPrepperson high school like I did. The scout chinos are comfy and I adore the color but the length sort of bothers me. Good for hoofing around the playground.

Jeweled Medallion Sweater (XS)
 Okay. I found this shocking. This thing was marked down to $39.99 (possibly 34.99 my memory fails me) in store! I think that is quite a deal if you like jeweled sweaters and such. I actually enjoyed the jewels but the shape not so much. It's almost a swing shape and the neckline is a bit too high. Perhaps a size down would help?

 Marled Linen V-Neck Sweater (XS) in Neon Pink? (In store only color?)

I love J Crew's linen summer sweaters. Didn't love the shape on this one at all - sort of a bean bag shape if you will. Plus the thinner material at the shoulder seams was frightening. Looks like that would last through about 1 wash and wear. Some of the other linen sweaters look quite promising however.

Have a return to make tomorrow and will do some more scouting out of the sale section.

What are you buying during this 30% off round?

7 comments:

  1. Aw, the printed denim suits you so well! I actually succumbed to the allure of the gold pineapple tee and herringbone tank swimsuit this weekend- hope they work put!

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  2. Something about a big X across the chest reads negative to me. Otherwise, I like the color! :) It's online: item 01492 Crisscross Tee. I'd link but the comment form won't let me paste while on my ipad. The geo print looks great on you. I like some of the printed jeans, but 1980's flashbacks of hs prevent me from considering them.
    Thanks for the reviews!

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  3. I like the first pair of geometric pants on you. Hope you can score them on sale.
    Okay, I definitely don't need any more cafe capris or Minnie pants, but that peacock color is too pretty. I might have to consider getting those. Otherwise, I've been staying away from J.Crew and all the sales minus a new purchase of the linen tee with the pineapples on it.

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  4. I have hit both my J Crews during over the last two days, but only bought the small cosmetic bag in tresco floral :( On an unintentional shopping hiatus, I guess. Nothing really spoke to me. Have tried on the liberty toothpicks in June's Meadow every time I've been to the store over the last few months. I so want them, but can't imagine where I would wear them this summer (it was 96 degrees here today). If you got them, have you found yourself reaching for them?

    Thanks for the reviews! Love the first tee!

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  5. Oh I wish I could look the way your do in those toothpick jeans! ;o)

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  6. I like the sweaters in Neon Pink. It can be used for pleasant evening. Looks simple but great work with soft linen. Really good no words to express.

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  7. Hey Rach....the geometric jeans are now $79.99 in-store, fyi :)

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