Lots of pictures below so let’s get to it.
Blythe Blouse – Extravagant Green, 8 – Love the color and took my normal size in L/S shirts. 
Silk Elodie Blouse – Paradise Blue, 8 – Another great color to go with several items already in my closet (Lolli pants, Cafe Capri in Camel, Viridian Green Pencil Skirt)
Silk Scarf Tank in Floating Rose – Rouge, 4 – I also tried on a 2 in this blouse. I was more comfortable in the 4. I did not like that it was longer in the back. Pass
Natasha Top – Vivid Poppy, 6 – Lovely silk chiffon cami/blouse in THE J Crew color of the season (Almost that I might not be loving it as much. Just bring out the RED already!) Purchase – Versatile blouse to wear alone or layered as we transition to Fall.
Sequin Slouchy Tee – Tawny Sand, S – Cute but it is not lined so you can feel the stitching. Also, I the sequins weren’t laying the same way and I would hate for it to snag on something. Pass
Silk Polka Dot Tee – Navy, 8 – Even though I just wore it for the first time, I quite like my Silk Striped Tee. I did size up due to the smaller cut in the sleeves. Purchase
Puff-sleeve Popover – Vibrant Flame, 8 – I really wanted this shirt. I think the puff-sleeve is so cute but the sleeves are cut smaller and it has a button closure. I even tried on the 10 and was not comfortable in it. Check your stores because this is on sale in the B&M. Sadly Pass
Vintage Matchstick Cord – Vibrant Flame, 30 & 29 – The matchsticks seem to be cut a little differently this year. I am quite comfortable in both the 29 & 30. Again, a great color to welcome Fall.
Purchase in the 29
Cafe’ Capri in Plaid Wool – Deep Navy/Blackwatch, 8 – I didn’t realize these were not online so I didn’t get a picture of the tag. These are the Cafe’ Capri in a lightweight wool but are cut a bit smaller. I have the Camel in an 8 and they fit great. These are a little snug for some reason. My PS did say she had to size up too so it wasn’t just me. I really wanted to buy these since the skirt didn’t work out for me (see below).
Wishlist Purchase
**Update – This is the Cafe’ Capri in Plaid Wool. It is selling out which is why I couldn’t find it online. Check or call the B&M if you like these pants. I went back and tried on the 8 & 10 and found the 10 to be loose but comfortable and the 8 to fit “just right”. Go figure. Must have been bloated or something on the I first day I tried them on. Needless to say, I did purchase these.
Wool Lounge Pant – Heather Charcoal, Sz 8 & 6, #47328, $138 – Now, these are oddly cute. They have an elastic waistband and hem. They are Favorite Fit and run a size big IMO. The 8 was really baggy while the 6 fit much better (2nd/3rd pic). I tried them with my sandals to give a visual of them in heels. I think they would be cute with heels but for the price I’ll Pass.
Flair Skirt in Double-Serge Wool – Cool Pine, 6 – A-line shapes are usually my friend but the Flair Skirt is not. I think it might be where the pleating is but I will not be purchasing this in any color or patter.
Pass
No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Blackwatch Plaid – Deep Navy, 6 – This is not a typical pencil skirt. The waist is smaller and there’s pleating below the waistband so it made my normal size 6 in JC pencil skirts a pass. Also, take a look at the side-view picture. There’s some bunchy-ness going on. You’ll probably need to size up one.
Origami Mini in Check Wool – SGR, 8, #47743, $128 –
Pass
Cowlneck Poncho – Grey White, XS – A very cute poncho that is super cozy (shown with the
Liquid Silk Skirt in Bright Dahlia). But I just wasn’t comfortable in it. It would a hassle to have to take it off and on while running errands. I would have to make it my main clothing item with a tee or cami underneath.
Pass
Double-Breasted Sweater Jacket – Vibrant Flame, M – This is so very Anthropologie. I had a boiled wool cardigan/sweater I purchased from there by Casch. I loved it but it got too small for me. This is reminiscent of that cardigan. The buttons are somewhat difficult because the hole is smaller than the button. Weird. And it leaves fuzz every where. I like it though.
Purchase-but may return for the Navy
Streetscape Cape – Saddle Black, S – This is so lovely, but I need a Sherlock Holmes cap and a pipe. And, I felt like 1) doing the robot 2) I had T-rex arms. But I like it.
Metallic Foil Jacquard Dress – Gold Saddle, 8 – The shape is similar to the
Darla dress which I tried on
here. Cute and material seems nice but I wasn’t a fan of the Darla. This has an exposed back zip but it matches the material (gold).
Pass
So, four purchases out of the 19-20 items. I am waiting on my online purchase of the Wool Cafe’ Capri in Maraschino Cherry. Those were immediately back-ordered but should be shipping in a week or two. I can’t wait to see them.
What has caught your eye with the J Crew Fall Arrivals?
audreybella
I also love that little cape, it would be cute over a black dress. If it goes to sale I might have a look at it, I wouldn't wear it enough to justify full price.
The plaid flair skirt is really nice. I don't think the shape is for me but I like the looks of it.
Thanks for the reviews!
Thanks for the reviews. I love the cape. Loft has a similar version but cheaper
Great reviews. I really love seeing your take on these items!!! 🙂
I really like the gold dress on you, but yeah, not especially versatile.
I love the Streetscape Cape on you! Your comment about the pipe and doing the robot gave me a good giggle, so thank you very much!
Thanks for the reviews, I noticed that you tried on the stripe merino sweater in gray/orange, could you please comment on sizing? thank you
Thanks for the reviews. I thought I'd read that the Elodie blouse was running large. Did you find that to be true?
Thanks for the reviews! TOo bad about the sweater jacket. I really had high hopes for it. I saw one on the Talbots website that looks similar that may be better quality.
I actually like the look of the flair skirt on you (the solid colour one).
FWIW, I think the Flair skirts looked terrific on you. Very flattering. made your waist look teeny.
Your comment about the capelet made me crack up! I am loving the look of all the sweatery capelets but I am with you – if it makes Amazonian model look like she is boxy with t-rex arms, what chance do I stand?! ;o)
Thank you DaniBP. You are right about the FP. As Sunny commented, Loft has one too but cheaper.
Sunny – Thanks. Have you tried the cape from the Loft?
Dina-Thanks. Not sure I could find a good reason to wear the gold dress to the soccer fields, other than embarrassing The Boy. That's always a good reason.
IRL – Thanks! Happy to provide a giggle whenever possible.
momof2 – Good eye! I actually didn't try on the sweater. I may stop by th B&M tomorrow so if I do I'll throw it on. It seemed to be loose fitting from the hanger.
maryeb – I did not notice it to run large. I took my normal size 8 in JC shirts.
Rose – I'd like to see the Talbots one. Especially if it doesn't leave traces of itself all over the place. It reminded me of glitter, sticking to everything.
Clicquot – Thank you. I wish I felt the same. Maybe it will grow on me. It could also be the weight of the wool. It's not heavy but not lightweight like the City Mini
Lisa – And no one needs T-Rex arms. How would we brush our teeth?
I updated the link to the Plaid pants. They are the Cafe' Capri in Plaid Wool. It is selling out which is why I couldn't find it online. Check or call the B&M if you like these pants. I went back and tried on the 8 & 10 and found the 10 to be loose but comfortable and the 8 to fit "just right". Go figure. Must have been bloated or something on the I first day I tried them on. Needless to say, I did purchase these.