J. Crew Review: Holiday Sweater, Colorblock Funnelneck Coat, Gold-Stripe Dress and more

Only 2 1/2 weeks until the school is out! Yippee! It was hard going back to work after Thanksgiving, such a warm cozy holiday, but I have been comforted by the fact that I only have 2 more weeks of work and then I'm off again. I'm glad I got some of my holiday shopping done early because Xmas is on its way and I don't have a lot of time to gather the ol' gifts. Of course, I still accidentally found myself going to J Crew to look at a few things. Better to preview now becore final sale kicks back in!

Vintage Holiday Sweater (XS)

 I'm not really into the "holiday" sweater thing but this is basically cute. i like the shape of the sweater and the soft material. Not loving the placement of the deer - it's a bit too wide for me and I think it visually adds some girth to your top section. If you are looking for something cute and holiday without being too kitschy - this is cute!

 Gold-Stripe Dress (size 2)

 This seems to be the shape of the season - quite fitted on top and voluminous on the bottom. I tried on a dress similar to this from Anthropologie here. I like the way the top fits - it's very flattering. The skirt, however, is a bit too poufy for me. I love the gold thread and the over all simplicity but I feel thick through the waist and too poufy in the bottom.

 Toothpick Cord (size 27) in Cabernet

 I adore this color. I always size up in the toothpicks because I don't want them to be skin-tight and although these are snug I think they would relax perfectly after a few wears. Definitely wishlisted.

 Colorblock Funnelneck Coat (size 2)

 This was one of the few items I was really drawn to in the catalogue. It is super cute. The colorblocking is done in a way that truly flatters the body. The "skirt" portion in particular is great - nice dark color, straight lines, nice length. This coat is adorable and if I actually needed a coat I would be asking for it. I do love the funnelneck as well - cozy and cool.

 Trying to strike a casual pose. Imagining myself looking chic and fabulous ;)

Stretch Wool Motorcycle Jacket (size 2)

 Not great. Fits well zippered but looks funny open. I think the Boucle version of this jacket is much cuter. Doesn't really look that "moto" to me.

More reviews to come. Are you taking advantage of the current promotion?