Hello, ladies. Here ar some thoughts after having tried JCrew suiting in petite size. Sorry about the grainy quality of the images. I believe it's time to update my camera. This is the
Petite two button blazer in wool crepe
Petite wool crepe 1035 trouser


I ordered the jacket in size 00P and the pants in size 0P as I am more heavy on the bottom.

The positive:
* I was very excited to see that the jacket fits perfectly. Even the sleeve length is right, which for me is long on most petite size suiting jackets. The torso fit perfectly.


* The pants fit well enough, they could be taken in about 0.5" at the waist but I don't really feel this is a must. I also tried a 00P pair of pants. Curiously enough the waist size seemed very similar on the two, but those weree tighter in the rear. Still I had no trouble fitting into the 00P. You can see the pants that I tried in 00P in the following picture and also here: 1035 trouser in wool flannel. While the former pants fit best with 2" heels these latter ones were longer, needed 3-4" heels.

The negative:
* This is my first J Crew order ad I had no idea what wool crepe is. I had assumed since it it had the word wool that it would be a thicker fabric and I was disappointed. Also the dark charcoal color is what I would call washed out black. The wool flannel fabric on the other pants I liked much more.
* The pants were unlined. There was some serious panty line issues going on because of this.
* The fit of the 1035 pants is probably best for straight hips (hence not for me ) but I kind of knew this from reviews.

Verdict: will return, but I would seriously consider keeping if the price was lower or the fabric was better.

I am on the fence about the fuchsia top. This is a kids top in silk in size 12. The Girls snapdragon top was $13.99 and it's 100% silk. It is a bit boxy around the waist and too narrow in the shoulders, although it fits well on my bust. I really like the color (I've been deprived of pink as a child and I am overcompensating in my 20's) and the ruffle detail and believe that under a cardigan or jacket the boxy waist could be tamed. What do you think?

Alessia - Excellent thorough review! I love it!

As for the top, if you think you'll get a lot of wear out of it, then $14 is a deal despite the mis-fittings. But think about whether the baggy waist and narrow shoulder will deter you from pulling it out of your closet. I've definitely kept items like that, but then never wear them because every time I put them on, I don't like all the little fit issues and end up changing into something else.

I second what Kelly said about the Snapdragon top. I debated ordering it myself on my last j crew order and discussed it with hubby, showing him some pics of the other blogger girls wearing it. It's as if I was trying to convince him that I wouldn't wear it much while I was talking with him! He said "I don't mind it if you think you'll get a lot of wear out of it" and I responded with "but look at the wide waist!" and he gave me a look like I already knew my answer. Yeah, it's silk and yeah it's cheap and machine washable, but will you grab for it in your closet? If yes then keep and if no, then return.

I was really hoping the blazer that Alessia wore would go on sale! Sadly, it never did but I managed to snag another blazer. The blazer is the
Stretch wool two-button jacket Link here: http://www.jcrew.com/womens_special_siz ... /95735.jsp

The fit is alright, I just wished it flared out more towards my hips instead of just sit there. I think it may have to do with the fact that the fabric is so thin. I think I might still keep it and just ask the tailor to take in the waist of the blazer so there is definition there. When I undo the buttons it really doesn't flatter.



I did a full blown review on it here on my blog: http://banhannas.blogspot.com/2011/03/m ... jcrew.html as well as the well received Petite Double Serge Skirt.

Let me know what you guys think! I can't return the blazer sadly because it is final sale. LOL so any feedback on how I can alter/change the blazer is more than welcome!

Has anyone tried on the portia pant in 00?

http://images.jcrew.com/erez4/cache/images_onFigure_36_36886_36886_GR7636_m_tif_d8b70c2dc518194e.jpg

It should fit me according to their sizing chart. I am loving the tapered leg. Also: is it lined? My guess is no =/

I purchased JCrew suits and it's way too big. I'm 5 ft/ ~ 90 lbs. Their P00 will probably fit someone 5'2 and taller. So, shell out $400 + for the suit and had to return. I still love the quality of the suit especially the Wool Crepe pants. Hmm...is it worth it to pay extra for alteration fees? I do like to get a nice suit for days where I will have to present or meet clients. I'm in search of some quality suit and will write a review on this soon BR vs. JCrew.

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