J.Crew Fitting Room Reviews Mid April 2012

Wow! I haven't done a J.Crew review for almost two weeks... 

I have ordered long No.2 pencil skirt mostly to try it for the blog as I haven't seen the review yet but I know many of you expressed interest in it.

 

• Long No. 2 pencil skirt in double-serge cotton

After I got measurements from CS, I decided to order size 4 & 6 since it seemed like it is running a little small.  It was a right call because size 4 just fitted but it was a very close fit. I have been slacking recently with the gym and eating a little more and I think I might have gained some weight, but my other pencil skirts in size 4 still fit, so even taking that into consideration, I would say it runs small and I though size 6 fitted better on me.

Size 6

The color is gorgeous, as you can see, and the lining felt very smooth. I think this skirt actually fits better and it is better made than the regular double serge cotton pencil. 

Not as long as it seems on the model

It isn't really long. I am 5'6 and it is just covering my knees, so slightly longer than regular pencil but not true midi length, unless you are petite. If you are tall it may just fit like a knee length pencil, which may be attractive if regular pencil skirts are too short for your office or style. It felt quite comfortable to walk in.

 

Nicely lined and very comfortable

I have no need for this skirt, but if you like a longer length, want something a little different or just love the color, I would recommend it.

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I was curious about the keeper chambray shirt as it seemed more fitted on the hanger that other boxy chambray shirts J.Crew released this year.

• Keeper chambray shirt

Size 8

After trying it on, I thought it was OK, but nothing special. They did not have a size 6, which could have been more fitted and flattering or could have been pulling at the chest, who knows.

I am also not a big fan of rollup sleeves, it seems like a nice idea, but imo it just adds bulk. I'd rather just have a short sleeved or long sleeved shirt, but that's just me.

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• Gondola stripe skirt

Gondola stripe skirt is one of those skirts made to look longer on the model, but irl it is above the knee and not very flattering.

Size 8

The skirt actually looks better in the picture, irl I hated it on me. It also had a major case of static cling, which did not help the case. It was really shapeless and it did not drape well. I would say this also runs slightly small in the waist because and 8 was just a little bit loose on me (they did not have a 6), but nothing major. I take size 6 in most J.Crew skirts that are meant to sit at the waist.

See it on Dani HERE.

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• Café capri in Pop Art polka dot

I tried those Pop Art capris for the blog, as I am not big fan of printed pants, or even colorful pants, for whatever reason. I like my pants neutral.

size 6, I think my regular 4 would've been perfect 

That said, they were actually very nice and if you are not afraid of printed pants, they are a good option. Again, they did not have size 4 (what's up with all my regular sizes gone, is it conspiracy or something??),  so I tried a 6 and they were quite loose, but I could tell that a size 4 would have been perfect. So I'd say they fit TTS, same as other cafe capris. They look black in the picture but they are definitely navy.

See them on Ruffles and Sequins HERE.

Back Zip Sweatshirt Size Small

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The sweatshirt I am wearing is not on the website, but the cut is the same as Back-zip long-sleeve pullover. I tried it before HERE and I like it in solid. The color is similar to Haya sweatshirt from last year.  I am wearing size small here and I think I would prefer a Medium for more slouchy fit, longer length and more room in the hips

the sweatshirt rides up a little in size Small

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The last item I tried is actually my favorite. It is not on the website, so maybe it is store only, but it is a floral scarf in the same print as a new floral pencil skirt that I tried HERE. You can also see it on Rynetta's blog HERE. It is 100% wool and the print is beautiful. I wish it was silk or even cotton blend, since the print screams 'spring'.  Btw, I think it has all the colors from the 2012 Pantone color chart.

Floral scarf 100% wool

That's all folks!

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