I was excited to finally stop in to the J Crew store to see the new arrivals and was a little disappointed. I wasn’t as enthusiastic about the new arrivals compared to the online release, for two reasons. One, the store did not receive the Chateau Trench Coat (which I just noticed today states “online only”); and two, there were no sunglasses. After touting about them online and sending emails about them you would think J Crew shipping would be caught up with J Crew Marketing and get those in-stores upon online release. Maybe not full stock but at least a few pair should have been sent to every store. I asked. My store didn’t receive any but “shipments come each week”.

Despite my disappointment I did muster up some energy to try on some items.

~ Tweed Jacket w/Zippers, size 8 ~

I don’t really go for jackets like these. I feel too matronly (or my mom) in them. But I surprised myself and really liked this one. The size 8 fit very well so I don’t feel the need to size to my normal 10 Petite that I wear in blazers. The length stopped just skimming the top of my jeans. The sleeve length is perfect too. No alterations are needed this time.

JC_TweedJacket

JC_TweedJacket_Side

So, I didn’t like it zipped up on me. There’s all kinds of pulling across the chest though I can assure you it wasn’t tight at all. I would keep this unzipped. You can barely see it but there are zippers at the arms as well.

JC_TweedJacket_Zipped

This pretty blue tweed would go with lots in my closet.

JC_TweedJacketDetai

Nice interior detail with the sown-in lining and seersucker piping along with a pocket on the inside.

JC_TweedJacket_Detail

~ Sleeveless Top in Deco Floral, size 6 ~

It looks like the floral of the month is Deco Floral. This Factory blouse looks a little similar, though not in Silk like the retail blouse. I usually go for a 6 in these drapey/sleeveless tops and it fit just fine. I wasn’t into the floral print or the colors so though the material is 100% Silk, it’s a pass for me.

JC_FloralShell

JC_TweedFloral

Both the tweed and Deco Floral are offered in several styles.

I’ve added the Tweed Jacket to my wishlist to 1) see if I still like it in a few weeks and 2) see if I can snag it on sale.

What do you think of the Tweed Jacket?