https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:46:49 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651968 Thu, 28 Apr 2016 16:36:09 +0000 Keix 1651968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I must not be trying enough stuff from J.Crew, because I find their sizing on the more consistent side compared to other retailers (like Anthro). It may be my body type--I'm a rectangle which is close to what they design for (slim hourglass, IIRC). I am almost always the same size in buttondowns, with occasional size up/down, and jeans as well. I'm between sizes in alpha-sized tops so I just try both.</p> <p>Ha, and this seems "consistent" to me!</p> <p>Also, there is lots of stuff at J.Crew that just doesn't fit me at all because it's cut for curvier figure / smaller waist. I write those pieces off completely and don't consider them mis-sized, because going two sizes up wouldn't fit me properly in the chest anyway. </p> <p>I'm glad that you were able to find the right size in the end, even if the actual size is mind-boggling.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651919 Thu, 28 Apr 2016 14:43:01 +0000 Anonymous 1651919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds rather annoying when sizes are as inconsistent as that. Commiserations. Some fab pieces however. Love the tweed jacket! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651889 Thu, 28 Apr 2016 14:22:49 +0000 Angie 1651889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YES. J.Crew can be all over the place with sizing. I guess it is what it is. It doesn't stop me from purchasing from J.Crew though. I love their stuff.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651866 Thu, 28 Apr 2016 13:41:32 +0000 Staysfit 1651866@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm glad I'm not the only one with this experience! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651449 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 19:24:21 +0000 Laurie 1651449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was contemplating this very issue over the last week as I ordered a few J Crew items on eBay (I rarely buy, and occasionally sell). &nbsp;I have 2 pairs of Matchstick jeans Size 28 that I love, so I jumped at the chance to get a pair in the same size, Matchstick stretch jeans for $8.50! &nbsp;Alas, they are a different cut and different fabric - tighter! &nbsp;I actually can wear them, but it took a while for the denim to relax enough to feel comfortable. &nbsp; &nbsp; Inconsistent sizing is the enemy of eBay shopping! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651424 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 18:44:14 +0000 Gigi 1651424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes! Actually, I ordered a skirt recently from J. Crew in the smaller of the two sizes that I usually wear, and it was almost two sizes too big! I took it back to the store, and the SA told me that they have been struggling with inconsistent sizing lately. So you're definitely not the only one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651389 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 17:53:11 +0000 AviaMariah 1651389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't have a JCrew in my area and I don't often order online because I don't feel confident in the sizing. &nbsp;Ordering multiple sizes of everything tires me out eventually and makes my checking account activity look scary! &nbsp;I find BR pretty consistent and many of the brands that Nordroms carries somewhat consistent. &nbsp;That's probably why I do most of my on line ordering at the same places. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651383 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 17:48:48 +0000 LaPed 1651383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, I can commiserate; I did a big order from J Crew recently, including multiple sizes not available at my local store, and ended up keeping just one top. None of the bottoms fit right. It was basically a strike-out and I hate playing the guessing game with sizes. But that's fine; I'm pushing myself to shop more sustainably and ethically anyway. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651382 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 17:44:10 +0000 cobalt 1651382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree, JC sizing is especially frustrating. &nbsp;I have thirteen (count 'em, 13) different JC sizes depending on item, material, cut, etc. &nbsp;Ugh! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651381 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 17:35:28 +0000 Anonymous 1651381@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful pieces. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651374 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 17:04:23 +0000 catgirl 1651374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>J. crew is a huge struggle for me.&nbsp; The shoulder fit is never consistent and waist size often varies by item.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651364 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 16:49:50 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1651364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's such a common problem. I would think that brands would have some sort of sizing standard that they follow when setting up the different sizes for each design, and that they should test them, see what the factory produces as the sample run and then make changes as needed. But perhaps they skip some of those steps to get items to the stores faster?</p> <p>Those colors are going to be so nice on you if you can find the right fits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651304 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 14:35:15 +0000 Tanya 1651304@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have had similar experience with both J Crew and BR.&nbsp; I love your choices, especially the fluted skirt and white denim dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651300 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 14:29:42 +0000 Anonymous 1651300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have had this experience with J Crew, BR, and Club Monaco &nbsp;- forever. &nbsp; &nbsp;It remains one of the biggest frustrations in the shopping experience, doesn't it? Not all of us love the fiddling and trying on process.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651294 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 14:06:59 +0000 Anonymous 1651294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have had this problem with BR, so I no longer order from them. We have a local store, but I don't go there that much. I simply don't have the time or the patience for inconsistent sizing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651289 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 13:59:16 +0000 Anonymous 1651289@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>At JCrew, the Jackie cardigans in XS are way too small on me, but size 0 woven shirts are perfect. That's the only thing I've noticed there.</p> <p>At BR, I find in the Sloan pants I take a size 4P, but in some of the other pant cuts I take a size 0P (quite a size difference)<b></b>. It's possible the reason for this is that I'm am sizing down to a 0P de-slouch the pant and that a 4P would more accurately reflect the intent of the pant. Not sure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651283 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 13:53:01 +0000 Janet 1651283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm finding sizing especially inconsistent and frustrating lately. How can one size 6 dress fit me fine, and a 10 in another is too small? That's just crazy.</p> <p>Not sure about JCrew. I'm completely off of them these days because they seem to be cutting more and more straight, and it doesn't fit my body.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651282 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 13:52:48 +0000 Gail 1651282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are right frustrating ! That's what puts me off ordering on line as it seems to be such a guessing game these days with some retailers.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frustrating-inconsistent-sizes-at-j-crew#post-1651276 Wed, 27 Apr 2016 13:46:29 +0000 Staysfit 1651276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I found some items I liked in the last J Crew catalog so I decided to try them out. &nbsp;The sizing was wonky, very wonky. &nbsp;(I have tried these items for sizes so I know)</p> <p>The boucle jacket worked best in size 6, although the size 4 may be okay it's possibly short in the arms, the skirt in size 4.<br />The fluted skirt worked best in size 2. &nbsp;(Really, size 2. &nbsp;I needed to double check that because I have never taken a 2 before and I have not lost any weight.) &nbsp;</p> <p>The silk camisole worked best in an extra small. &nbsp;(Help)!<br />The Linen dress worked in a size 4 and it has sleeves but the jacket above was better in a 6, maybe because the sleeves are longer???&nbsp;</p> <p>The cardigan works best in a size medium. &nbsp;The small fits also, but the sleeves are too short in the small. I used to take a size small in the exact same cardigan. &nbsp;In fact, I have one in regular rotation in my closet. &nbsp;What's up here?</p> <p>So confusing. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>By the way, I really like the way the white denim dress looks. &nbsp;I think it's great for a rectangle shaped person. &nbsp;The boucle is very nice. &nbsp;Very very nice. &nbsp;I will post some pics eventually. &nbsp;Maybe...</p> <p>Is anyone else finding this kind of size inconsistency within a store/brand?<br />It's very frustrating! &nbsp;&nbsp; </p>