Secret Sale on the J. Crew Blazer

Oct 13, 2007 @ 8:58pm

We went to J. Crew this afternoon, to search for the Balenciagan blazer sold out on the website.

We dreamed it with a messy Luella t-shirt, straight jeans, colored flats, a scarf.

And we actually found three - just three - left hanging on the rack.

It was snug, and warm, and it'll be a great barrier between our coat and the wind this winter.

And so, even though it was too expensive, we decided to buy it (and wear it - click below to see).

"Actually," winked the salesgirl, "It's on sale. Well, not quite a sale, it's actually on this secret promotion. We don't quite know when it started, or when it'll end, but it's now $199."

Which is still too expensive for J. Crew, but still.

If you're planning on getting it, go now.

posted by nadarine

Oct 13, 2007 11:01PM

sweet baby jesus, THOSE EYELASHES! What wonder mascara are you using? (if you say "good genetics", I will cry in envy.)

posted by diane

Oct 13, 2007 11:45PM

lucky for me i go to a prep school so my Balenciaga-like blazer comes with the uniform ..

posted by foX

Oct 14, 2007 12:06AM

loves it

posted by anonymous

Oct 14, 2007 1:41AM

why not credit the photog? the amazing matt irwin for nylon magazine!

posted by Casey

Oct 14, 2007 1:44AM

Faran, we're twins! :)

posted by ali

Oct 14, 2007 2:35AM

why not just get the tommy hilfiger one featured in the nylon spread (from the picture above)?? it's only 139

posted by strak

Oct 14, 2007 2:40AM

that jcrew blazer is no longer sold out on the website.

posted by fashionite

Oct 14, 2007 3:42AM

it's perfection.. well as close to since it's not balenciaga

posted by booski

Oct 14, 2007 7:40AM

Love this on you. And, you have the most amazing eyes!

posted by Ellen

Oct 14, 2007 9:00AM

Wish I could justify spending 200 dollars on a jacket. I have actually tried it on, and while the tailoring is pretty exceptional, I just can't do it. Faran, you look adorable.

posted by Ahseym

Oct 14, 2007 9:22AM

loves it more pics

posted by Dillon

Oct 14, 2007 9:41AM

Damn you Faran! OH I am so conflicted you look so nice, but yet I want it so much.

posted by Eli

Oct 14, 2007 2:15PM

It looks a little big on you? Or is that how theyre just supposed to fit (Ive never really tried one on, not a blazer person). Or is it cause theyre always covered up by a scarf?

posted by guest

Oct 14, 2007 3:22PM

Ah I just went in to j.crew on friday and tried that on and they told me the same thing! but $200 still seemed steep...
does j.crew usually have these secret sales? that was the first time I'd ever heard of it.

posted by rachel

Oct 14, 2007 3:48PM

isn't this the same thing as buying a rip off from forever 21? a knock off is a knock off is a knock off

posted by gutyan

Oct 14, 2007 4:50PM

I actually tried the jacket on the moment they came out with it for the same reason: the balenciaga resemblence. Then my boyfriend handed me some keys telling me to park his car. It I think is a tad too thick and too tailored. The greyish one is a bit more toned down than a valet I guess.

posted by Sarah

Oct 14, 2007 7:50PM

I live in Lynchburg VA; home to the J Crew distribution center and the amazing "J Crew clearance store". I was just there on Saturday and I saw at least four of these jackets and I doubt they were more than $80-$100. I eyed it from across the store but already had three dresses to purchase. Next Saturday is the huge warehouse sale that goes on every other month.
I have about seven winter J.Crew coats and I've paid no more than $20 for each of them. I also purchased the blue cashmere blazer for $40. Anyone in this area should totally check it out. It's worth it!

posted by guest

Oct 15, 2007 12:20AM

I tried it on when it first came out as well and I remember thinking that the tailoring wasn't that great at all. It made me look rather chunky. Also, I know that J. Crew is coming out with some other Balenciaga inspired blazers this month including one in pink so I would suggest waiting for those.

posted by Melissa_Indrani

Oct 15, 2007 1:34AM

Faran, I love this jacket!

random question:
Do you know how to snag a copy of the new Vogue India????

posted by Regina

Oct 15, 2007 10:44AM

I just bought it in black at my J.Crew this weekend but was not told of any "secret sale." Have no fear - after reading this, I called my store and I'm going back tonight to get a refund for the difference. LOVE Fashionista!!!

posted by Cynthia C

Oct 15, 2007 10:55AM

Reminds me of prefect blazers at my alma mater. Basically you only got blazers with a trim like that if you were smart, pretty and popular. Otherwise, you got a regular looking blazer without a trim.

J.Crew rocks otherwise though (except for their slightly too big size 0Ps)

posted by guest

Oct 15, 2007 11:54AM

Have to agree with everyone who says this jacket is too bulky.

posted by hannah

Oct 15, 2007 2:45PM

I tried this jacket on yesterday too. It was pretty funny—I spotted it, ran into the store, and ripped the last size 2 off the mannequin. The sales guy look at me kinda funny. I was in love but since $250 is like all my money I just couldn't justify buying it... augghhhhhhh this is going to haunt me for the rest of my life!!

posted by joana

Oct 16, 2007 12:14AM

i don't get it. i shall just add this to the list of things in fashion i don't get. this reminds me of the blazer's i used to have to wear while in boarding school in england. you couldn't get me to wear one now for a million $!

posted by a8

Oct 16, 2007 2:19PM

The South African rugby coach was wearing the same jacket in green during the match this past weekend. Yes, very stylish, good call and totally worth the money.

posted by Liz N

Oct 17, 2007 12:43AM

Sarah in Lynchburg: Thanks for the tip! I'm originally from Lynchburg, and I've asked my mom to go check out the J. Crew warehouse store ASAP for the jacket.

Everyone else: Sarah is not exaggerating about how wonderful this place is. They often have great deals on items still full price in regular J. Crew stores and online, and super-great deals on stuff from past seasons. All my high school bathing suits were bought here at a huge discount. There's not much else to do if you're ever in Lynchburg so check it out.

posted by 2rb

Oct 22, 2007 5:22PM

Can anyone in the area help me find more information about these warehouse sales? I live in the DC area and wouldn't mind a little day trip to lynchburg if the sale is as great as it sounds. Thanks! Any info would help.