https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 23:23:41 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1349261 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 16:13:42 +0000 Anonymous 1349261@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Viva -- I love the idea of a transition coat. &nbsp;I have never had one before. &nbsp;I always "made due" with other pieces in my wardrobe. &nbsp;I can't help but wonder how great I would feel wearing a beautiful coat. &nbsp;I'm at a point in my wardrobe where a transition coat makes sense to me. &nbsp;Perhaps that is why I have been so interested in your search. &nbsp;I'll follow along with you. &nbsp;</p> <p>Oh, the UPS man delivers to my house quite a bit as well. &nbsp;It is because I am tall and have to order "tall" and "long" over the internet. &nbsp;No way around it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1349246 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 16:02:29 +0000 Angie 1349246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it too.</p> <p>May I suggest trying these coats from J.Crew as well. I also threw in the KM I'm looking at, and the CM.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1349108 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 13:24:47 +0000 viva 1349108@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sterling: If the Zara coat were a different color I would have more confidence about it lasting at least a couple of seasons.&nbsp; I may still purchase it, but I am just waffling -- and that is not a good sign for me. When I am the least uncertain I tend ultimately to pass. I think one thing I am grappling with is the whole idea of a transitional coat -- although I actually can see the value in having one. Something to wear until about Thanksgiving, something that is a step up from a blazer. It's just a new piece for me so it's taking some time.</p> <p>Lisa:&nbsp; The UPS guy often delivers when I am still in pajamas!!! I really hate to think what he is imagining is funding the deliveries. Every time he comes I feel the urge to tell him: "Listen, buddy. Don't judge. This is what happens when you love fashion but live in small-town Maine! My house is my dressing room. After almost every one of your deliveries, I drive right the to the UPS store to drop off a return."&nbsp; I know, a little defensive, right? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1349067 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 11:45:03 +0000 Anonymous 1349067@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I thought the Zara coat was drop dead gorgeous. &nbsp;Without reading all the posts, I assume readers were concerned about the quality of the Zara coat and that has you continuing to look? &nbsp;That makes sense to me. &nbsp;When I buy a coat, it has to last many, many years. &nbsp;</p> <p>I've never heard bad things about the quality of J Crew, but will continue to follow you posts on the search. &nbsp;Good luck.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348943 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 03:01:08 +0000 Anonymous 1348943@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Me too (wanting to see pics) ! Your UPS guy must think you have a side business going on at home. Either that, or you're just nuts </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348896 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 01:57:19 +0000 Suz 1348896@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yep. I hear you. I'm also a foot commuter which affects what works for me. I need to layer.&nbsp;</p> <p>Oh, and I just love blazers and don't wear them in the house (which is where I am most of the time) so absolutely <b>DO</b> want to wear them when the weather is right for them if I'm going out and about! :)</p> <p>I think it's a fun coat and I look forward to seeing it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348888 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 01:51:35 +0000 Gaylene 1348888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it! </p> <p>If you think of this car coat as a warmish blazer alternative for fall and spring instead of a coat, it makes total sense. Our climate often requires a topper for 4-5 months a year (mid-March to mid-May and mid September to mid-November) which gives you ample opportunity to wear it before and after your deep winter coats. I'm also realizing that most people see me in my toppers or coats for at least 3/4 of the year so I think it's time to think of outer wear as more than just protection from the elements. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348886 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 01:50:10 +0000 viva 1348886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ordered the black to try. Lisa, you are partly to blame - you are wearing a great navy or black jacket in a recent WIW that I really liked the look of. Plus, my peacoat is bright pink. It would be nice to have a black jacket. ETA: In the spirit <b>of trying</b>, I just ordered the amber as well. Might as well try both. Can easily return.</p> <p>I hear you on the issues you raise, Suz, but there are some differences between us there -- mainly that I wear blazers much, much less often than you do.</p> <p>So, I'm just going to give this a try. It may work -- I do love the shape -- or it may not -- the sleeves and overall shortness may be dealbreakers. But at 25% off, why not test it out?</p> <p>I'll post pics when it arrives! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348880 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 01:44:37 +0000 Anonymous 1348880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been admiring this one too - quite like the shape, which I bet accommodates heavier&nbsp;&nbsp;sweaters etc quite well. &nbsp;I think it would make a really cool fall coat - can see you in this style very easily.....do the amber. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348855 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 00:56:23 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1348855@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's a cute coat, definitely an interesting shape and good quality. It may meet your needs quite well, especially since you are okay with the shorter sleeves. That would be a deal breaker for me, as would the shorter length; if it's cold enough for a wool coat, I want my arms and back side covered. I run very cold, though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348840 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 00:38:27 +0000 Suz 1348840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Although...only a partial yay.&nbsp;</p> <p>Here is what I think: For <b>our</b> climate, the quality of the Zara is just fine. You would be wearing this coat for (maybe) 8 weeks a year? (Fall and spring...)</p> <p>As soon as it gets truly cold you are putting on a higher quality lined coat or a puffer. Or you are layering under the coat.&nbsp; </p> <p>So, I would spend "fun money" on the spring/ fall coat. And spend real money (and time and attention) on the actual winter coat. And look for higher quality there.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348839 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 00:37:27 +0000 Suz 1348839@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it, but it wouldn't work for me.&nbsp;</p> <p>Because I like a coat that I can layer over a blazer. Because I like to wear a blazer. But if it's a topper for outdoors and the outfit also stands on its own without it -- I'm a yay.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348831 Sun, 07 Sep 2014 00:22:15 +0000 bj1111 1348831@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anything is worth a try. Would you want a coat you can wear with skirts/dresses as well as pants? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/another-approach-jcrew-car-coat-for-fall#post-1348785 Sat, 06 Sep 2014 22:57:50 +0000 viva 1348785@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the idea of a fall coat / jacket, which I don't own other than a leather moto. I am considering the Zara, but several have raised issues about the quality, and I hear you. What are your thoughts on the JCrew car coat? It meets my needs for <b>interesting shape</b> really well. It will be of <b>good quality</b>. I do not mind the shorter sleeves given the time of year, and have no problem with long sleeves peeking out. I like both the amber and the black. I would continue looking for either a long coat or a puffer or both.</p> <p>What do you think? Worth a try, or no? </p>