J Crew F/W 09 Discussion

[Vernon-Dozier]

I have no issue with a ruffle here and a ruffle there, but I was surprised how much of it there was in the catalog. It seems they are really gambling that women will really dig the ruffly stuff. Just out of curiosity I took a peek at women's reaction at jcrewafficionada.com. There were several positive comments about the look (they think it's romantic or whatever) but alot of question marks as well. Here are some of their comments:

"Question, though: How would one launder this? Would it have to be dry-cleaned and then somehow refluff the ruffles?"

"I love the look. I got my frances yesterday and the ruffles were completely flat. any ideas on how to get them 'ruffled' again?"

"I love the look but I don't think they will work for me in real life. I had two Victorias last year and I ended up selling them. The look is feminine and romantic, and styled oh-so-well in the catalog but in real life it looks better suited for the House of Lords than as an outfit component."

"I love the look on everyone else - the models and other JCA's - but it just doesn't personally work for me."

"What I want to know is why when I wear these lovely silky camis, it looks like I have some kind of glandular problem...no amount of deodorant or powder prevents unslightly underarm marks...why can't they make these in cotton? Or woven silk? Wispy, delicate model - I am not!!"

I'm not trying to turn this thread into a women's discussion. I was just curious if anyone else had a "WTF" moment when you perused the catalog? I guess I'm concerned J Crew will do something similiar to menswear. And to that I say keep that ruffly **** and any other funky, non-practical clothing away from me - you foofy designer weirdos!

 

[mmm]

I thought the womens stuff looked pretty great in the catalog this time around. But why would you be concerned about ruffles showing up in the mens stuff? If it somehow did, just dont buy it.

 

[Vernon-Dozier]

Originally Posted by mmm

I thought the womens stuff looked pretty great in the catalog this time around. But why would you be concerned about ruffles showing up in the mens stuff? If it somehow did, just dont buy it.

I don't think they'll put ruffles in the mens, I just don't want some hot-to-trot designer mucking up the menswear. If you're a woman and you don't like ruffles then pretty much You'll have to shop somewhere else this fall. Not so bad for them because they have tons of options, but us men are more limited. I would have to either shop high end (can only afford so much) or low end douchewear. I like things the way they are now, I get my core classic items from J Crew and add a few high end items along with a few low end mall brand pieces here & there.

If J Crew goes downhill that means it's back to Banana Republic, The Gap, Macy's.....oh Lord. Well at least Nordstoms will always have Tommy Bahama and golfwear on sale.

 

[bluemagic]

^ If you don't like J. Crew, there is always Rugby.

 

[DesignerValet]

Originally Posted by Vernon-Dozier

I don't think they'll put ruffles in the mens, I just don't want some hot-to-trot designer mucking up the menswear.

I for one would love to see some ruffles in menswear- Lanvin for the male masses

 

[Doin' Fine.]

That ruffle stuff is kinda icky for the most part... But a bunch of the chicks I know seem to like it.

 

[youalreadyknow]

Does anyone have experience with their oxfords? I'm in the market for a pair (and i'm a student) so for the price they're pretty attractive.

http://images.jcrew.com/erez4/erez?s...if&tmp=prdDtIm

 

[Doin' Fine.]

Originally Posted by youalreadyknow

Does anyone have experience with their oxfords? I'm in the market for a pair (and i'm a student) so for the price they're pretty attractive.

http://images.jcrew.com/erez4/erez?s...if&tmp=prdDtIm

**** tier qualityz, but fine for price. But don't expect to get more than a year out of 'em.

 

[deveandepot1]

Does anyone know how the Utility Jacket fits. Is it slim?

 

[Jpreme87]

Chukka Sperrys are still a must buy!

 

[boozingalcoholic]

Originally Posted by youalreadyknow

Does anyone have experience with their oxfords? I'm in the market for a pair (and i'm a student) so for the price they're pretty attractive.

http://images.jcrew.com/erez4/erez?s...if&tmp=prdDtIm

Owned a pair. It runs rather narrow. I would rather throw my money at JM or an actual shoe brand (unless on sale!). I won't lie - their shoes do look great.

I'm sure people have mentioned this already. I just got a pair of the urban fit chinos - perfect! Everyone should check em out.

 

[pitboss12]

Originally Posted by kelvinsense

there's one in ontario mills now if you're in the LA area which is closer

Opens 8/1. 20% off on purchases of $125 or more from 8/1 to 8/16 with e-mailed coupon.

 

[Jacques Cousteau]

Originally Posted by youalreadyknow

Does anyone have experience with their oxfords? I'm in the market for a pair (and i'm a student) so for the price they're pretty attractive.

http://images.jcrew.com/erez4/erez?s...if&tmp=prdDtIm

Picked up a pair of good condition Allen-Edmonds for $65 on ebay. I'd recommend that.

 

[Robert]

So the American Army-Navy web site shows plain green fatigue jackets for $60. There's at least one of their stores in my area, so I think I've gotta check out this option before I pull the trigger on the J. Crew, whish is, what, like $120 more!? Is the J. Crew jacket really all that much better or just overpriced?

 

[v3l]

Originally Posted by Jacques Cousteau

Picked up a pair of good condition Allen-Edmonds for $65 on ebay. I'd recommend that.
Noice! Who'd you buy them from?