J Crew F/W 09 Discussion

[Robert]

imo they're close in quality, construction, fit, etc. but i refuse to wear anything with a logo, and PRL logos a bunch.

 

[hboogz]

Originally Posted by sccoopy

Hi, how do you guys compare the fabric and construction quality of the Jcrew shirts with Polo custom fit shirts? I have quite a few Jcrew shirts and like them, recently I tried on some Polo custom fit shirts and they also fit good on me. When on sale, they are actually at the same price range.

As far as fits go, both fit me perfectly. I don't mind the horseman much -- everything in moderation i suppose. Actually, PRL is probably the only button-down(up) I can wear that has an logo at the chest. That and maybe some Hickey Style (which kind of resembles what Express does)

 

[tonio028]

Originally Posted by sccoopy

Hi, how do you guys compare the fabric and construction quality of the Jcrew shirts with Polo custom fit shirts? I have quite a few Jcrew shirts and like them, recently I tried on some Polo custom fit shirts and they also fit good on me. When on sale, they are actually at the same price range.

Originally Posted by Robert

imo they're close in quality, construction, fit, etc. but i refuse to wear anything with a logo, and PRL logos a bunch.

I prefer the oxford fabric and collar on the polo shirts over JCrew anyday, and I find the fit better on the custom fit as well, but I am with Robert in that I hate logo's, and that keeps me from purchasing the Polo's.

 

[CasinoRoyale]

Originally Posted by BrianVarick

I would suggest looking for a different alternative to their peacoat, as I think they are a little overpriced. Especially when we have a market right here.

I love their cord sport coats, and the smalls fit me perfectly. I am 6'1" and 180lbs, so they fit me nice and slim, and aren't too short.

Thanks for the comments. Yeah, the price isn't the best. I think I might just go without a peacoat altogether since I have other items that are more important and it's rarely cold enough here to wear one, but I'll definitely check around.

I think I might go for a cord sportcoat but at 5'7" 180 I wonder how it'd fit me. If the small isn't too short on you it might be too long on me. Guess I'll have to try it on in the store.

 

[Max Coleman]

Originally Posted by Robert

btw, after trying on sport coats in j. crew last weekend and liking everything about them but the price, I went to the upscale vintage store and, for 32 bucks, found a 100-percent cashmere smoke-checked sportcoat from the 1960s. In perfect condition w/ a few subtle details. The lapel is nice and narrow, and the fit is slim without feeling snug. It's not too bulky, partly due just to half-lining in the back. Shoulders have pads but you can hardly tell--like soft pads. It hangs about 1/2-1 inch longer than I'd prefer, but is otherwise perfect.

The coat is some no-name men's store label. But the more stuff I find from the 60s and earlier, the more it seems to me that even the less-known labels produced higher-quality stuff than you generally find around these days.

yes! i agree. I love their corduroy jacket; it's the (much) cheaper alternative to the beautiful EG one--but, if you're lucky, you can find a great "vintage" option. There used to be so many great vintage places around (ahem--in the '80s)... still wearing some of that stuff!

 

[RyanAnderson]

Originally Posted by CasinoRoyale

Thanks for the comments. Yeah, the price isn't the best. I think I might just go without a peacoat altogether since I have other items that are more important and it's rarely cold enough here to wear one, but I'll definitely check around.

I think I might go for a cord sportcoat but at 5'7" 180 I wonder how it'd fit me. If the small isn't too short on you it might be too long on me. Guess I'll have to try it on in the store.

I have a cord sportcoat from two years ago in a small. I'm 5'9" 145 and it is too big for me in the shoulders/chest, but the length is fine. But yeah, you should certainly try it on in the store.

 

[chiamdream]

Originally Posted by ctrlaltelite

sueded fleece crewneck waiting for me at home. exciting!

Damn, we ordered these minutes apart, I think, and UPS has no info for me. Sad.

 

[ctrlaltelite]

^
i live like 4 hours north of lynchburg, va.

 

[Aparke612]

Anyone have any experience with the JcrewXSperry chukkas? I'm thinking about buying
Are they really worth the extra $20 or however much it is?

 

[sccoopy]

Thanks guys. I guess I will try one or two PRL shirts.

Originally Posted by hboogz

As far as fits go, both fit me perfectly. I don't mind the horseman much -- everything in moderation i suppose. Actually, PRL is probably the only button-down(up) I can wear that has an logo at the chest. That and maybe some Hickey Style (which kind of resembles what Express does)

Originally Posted by Robert

imo they're close in quality, construction, fit, etc. but i refuse to wear anything with a logo, and PRL logos a bunch.

Originally Posted by tonio028

I prefer the oxford fabric and collar on the polo shirts over JCrew anyday, and I find the fit better on the custom fit as well, but I am with Robert in that I hate logo's, and that keeps me from purchasing the Polo's.

 

[CEE88]

Originally Posted by lilcram

I have tried searching all over the forum but can't find anything.

I'm getting a pair of Red Wing rugged classic boots. I'm a true size 10.5 some shoes i wear a 10 and sneakers sometimes 11.

Do i get them in 9.5 or 10?
I just tried the Red Wing Classic boots at J.Crew ( http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Mens...8346/88346.jsp ) and I found the best fit to be .5 down from my usual/true size.

Just wondering if you picked these up yet and, if so, what your experience has been like? I really like how they look but, out of the box, they are quite stiff.

 

[CEE88]

Originally Posted by Vernon-Dozier

I just took a couple pics of the "09 version" rugged classic boots. Note I haven't even tried them on yet (need to make sure the size is good and will wait until after I walk the dogs to get my feet hot.)

Anyway, the first pic below looks like straight brown but it's in the shadows. However, when I flex the leather uppers and put them in direct sunlight I can see the bergundy tint. I think it's because the boots are brand new and the thick coat of oil applied in manufacturing darkened them. I'm not so worried about the color anymore, I think after wearing them in they will look similiar to the photo in my last post - which are probably the '08 version that had been sitting around for a year.

Have you started wearing these yet? Are they comfortable?

 

[deveandepot1]

Originally Posted by CEE88

I just tried the Red Wing Classic boots at J.Crew ( http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Mens...8346/88346.jsp ) and I found the best fit to be .5 down from my usual/true size.

Just wondering if you picked these up yet and, if so, what your experience has been like? I really like how they look but, out of the box, they are quite stiff.

They are supposed to be stiff.

 

[blynch]

any free shipping codes (or % off) right now?

Thinking about getting the sherpa hoodie in heather flannel, is it worth getting at retail? ($88)

 

[deveandepot1]

Originally Posted by blynch

any free shipping codes (or % off) right now?

Thinking about getting the sherpa hoodie in heather flannel, is it worth getting at retail? ($88)

There are some free shipping coupons out there. Just Google "J.Crew code".