I've never tried any of their tweed jackets, although I have admired them from afar. I spied the Tweed Dauphine Jacket and had to give it a try. It's way out of my price range at $350, but I thought I'd try it anyway to satisfy my curiosity.
No comment on the paint-splattered overalls.
This is a size 0, my regular JC size. It fastened in the front with a hook clasp that was kind of difficult to fasten/unfasten. This jacket had a little bit of gathering at the elbows and in the back, which made it "poof" out a bit. It's a little hard to see in the photos. This might be so that it allows more freedom of movement, but I think I would have preferred a more straight line.
Looking at these photos makes me think I could have sized up. It looks a little too snug in the shoulders.
Very nice fabric, loved the feel of it and the interwoven colors. The buttons looked nice, and not cheap-looking to me. I think I'm a sucker for these frayed edges as well.
I was hoping it would channel Coco Chanel more, but I probably had unrealistically high expectations. Especially since I was hoping to channel Audrey Tautou as Chanel. A girl can dream, right? Le sigh...
Overall I liked the jacket, but just felt that it wasn't for me. I can't help thinking I shouldn't sport this kind of look until I'm over 35. I have nothing against the fabulous over-30 ladies out there, but this jacket in particular that feels too "mature" for me right now.
I would love to have a tweed jacket some day, as I think it would be a great wardrobe staple. My (not-so-focused) search of a nice tweed jacket continues. Some day I will find my tweed soul mate!
Anyone own a JC (or other) tweed jacket? How do you usually style it?
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Anthro had a similar jacket that benefits from a defined waist. Almost picked one up in store a few weeks ago on sale, but I really do not need another coat/blazer.
Ok, I'm over 35! :) Got this in the fall version (blushed tweed collier) and this is now the third iteration of the jacket (sultana being second). I am surprised they keep rehashing it, but then again, this tweed is certainly different and some may really prefer this version. Thanks for the review; sorry it didn't work out for you. Have you looked at the Jubilee?
Tastymoog: thanks for the link, I going to check it out! :)
Anon@11:33 - Nothing meant against the over 35 set! 30 is the new 20, right? I'm going to be there soon enough. ;)
This jacket must be popular if they keep reworking it. I checked the jubilee and it has potential, but only available online. Thanks for the rec. :)
I like the look of this jacket, but it's not something I would ever wear. I also admired the Blushed Tweed Collier that anon mentioned.
( My personal thing with jackets like this: Like tastymoog points out, how many "little jackets" does a gal need? Maybe in a warmer climate like SanFran,but I'm not going to be wearing my "lil' jacket" around the house, or even to a dinner, meeting etc.)
This jacket is too matronly for you, MsMer. I think you deserve a REAL CHANEL! ;)
You would rock it!
Dani -- agreed about weather. I could probably get more use out of something like this in our (relatively) temperate climate.
Real Chanel... I wish! If you find something at that vintage fashion store in Paris, do pick one up for me -- but only if it's 100 Euros or less. As if that would ever happen! ;)
I really, really like this jacket actually. I think it would be a really hip/youthful look with a pair of distressed jeans, heels and a cool bag. I am on an active quest for a perfect tweed jacket, but then, I iz older than you - jusssst shy of 35 actually. (:
JC's tweeds need to go on sale already!
I just ordered this jacket. It's on sale for $99!! I'm actually a J. Crew employee so it was a mere $50 for me. I am BEYOND ecstatic! Contrary to the common perception of tweed coats, I find this one to look quite youthful, especially with the bunching details which gives it a bit of cute puffiness..like princess sleeves. I actually just turned 23 and don't feel like this jacket is too mature. It will look adorable with my hair down in soft casual waves, rolled-up skinny jeans, and with some punchy colored heels for a more modern effect.
I never comment on blogs, but I can't resist. As an older woman, I think you should reconsider waiting to wear a jacket like this. This style only looks good on under 30 year olds because it's obvious you are young and it becomes youthful/interesting. Otherwise a jacket like this one makes a woman look really really mature in a bad way... conservative,old and dated. Chanel-ish jacket styles should only be worn by the young at this point in time. Unless a woman wants to look like a conservative socialite, in which case go for it.
I'm a huge fan of the Chanel-esque tweed jacket, and I wear mine often! I found one on ebay and forget which brand it was, but it was a cheap alternative to the Chanel brand. My other one is from a UK company called "Queens Wardrobe" and it's pink with a gold chain detail at the borders and pockets. I'm 25 and rock it with jeans and flats and a quilted bag (ala the Marc Jacobs Stam bag). You'd look fantastic in the look, and even in the winter I wear it under a coat..it's just a structured sweater really;) I feel French and elegant in it, and as a NY-er, it's perfect for a lunch date with the girls or a trip to the museum.
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