J Crew Fall 2014: Merino Wool Glen Plaid-Panel Sweater, Excursion Vest in Pinstripe

I ran in to the store to grab some shorts for The Boy (didn’t find them) and stopped in my tracks. The store was stock full of new arrivals and it was a little bit of sensory overload. Lots of blues, grays, maroons, etc. all around. I grabbed two items to try-on real quick.

I didn’t even try on the Medium as this looked big even on the hanger. This is a nice fit and the Glen Plaid is a Wool/Poly Blend. The hem is slightly longer but not as long as the Silk Sleeveless Blouse. My Store Director said this trend would last through Holiday.

The crewneck and sleeve hem are Burgundy/Navy stripe.

Since receiving the latest Style Guide and then seeing the Pin I have been debating on whether or not to pre-order this vest. I was happy to see it in-store. I’m a Small in the Excursion Vest, Retail or Factory, and this is no different. After trying it on, I decided to pass on this vest. I like the solids better. I have the Navy from the Factory store and have several printed tops I can wear underneath it.
I liked the colors and Glen Plaid on the Sweater so that came home with me. I like quite a bit from this new roll-out including the Collection Wide Leg Trouser in Bi-Stretch Wool in Crimson Maple and the Collection Draped Silk Popover in Navy. 
Happy Shopping! 

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