Like I mentioned Sunday, I was able to visit the J Crew Factory to look at the arrivals from a few weeks ago. This week will be the next roll-out. I’m guessing Early Access will be Tuesday and the full roll-out on Wednesday.
~ Chevron Stitch Boatneck Sweater, Heather Safari, Small ~
This fit well in the Small. The arms are a little snug but I like how it skims the body. Sizing to a Medium will make this too loose for my liking. This is a merino wool blend but felt very comfortable and soft on. I like the Heather Safari color as well with the striped neckline, wrists and hem.
~ Intarsia Zebra Sweater, Gentle Sea Ivory, Small ~
This was on my wishlist from the beginning. I don’t care for the light blue of the sweater but the zebra is cute. The Small fit well and I wouldn’t size up, even if I was layering underneath. After seeing this IRL though I decided not to buy it. I have a lot of sweaters and usually wear my Cashmere Sweaters the most.
It’s always good to visit the Factory or new Mercantile store in-person if you can as the promos are usually different from online. At the time I visited, everything was between 40-60% off. Both of these sweaters were 50% off.
What do you think of these sweaters? Are you excited to see what new arrivals bring to the Factory?
Please share with me how you manage to wear cashmere sweaters in winter! I moved to northern CA last year and wasn't able to wear a single one of my long-sleeve cashmere/alpaca sweaters.
Keilexandra – Haha! I'm more in Central Texas and it does get chilly enough here to wear a cashmere sweater in the Winter. I rarely wear a coat unless I know I'll be outside for a long period of time. One of my wool Lexington's will usually keep me warm.
Ah, maybe that's your trick. I can't give up my wool sweatercoats and coats, but layering a wool sweater under a wool coat is just way too hot for 50-60 degree days.