https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:33:51 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2256168 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 13:59:55 +0000 Angie 2256168@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Gryffin</b>, I think the XS is going to work! Will a Mary Jane or T-strap of sorts not work? Soooo many good retro options at the moment.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Suz</b>, thanks. I'm receiving my first navy cocktail dress today. I'm excited :)</p> <p><b>sea-salt,</b> if you wear skirts, dresses, and wider pants, the shorter length can work well. Just a thought!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2256118 Wed, 23 Mar 2022 00:15:35 +0000 gryffin 2256118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>salt-sea - that's so disappointing.&nbsp; You must be taller than I am.&nbsp; I'm actually hoping the XS will be more cropped on me&nbsp; You never know until you try it on.&nbsp; I do hate they did not put length in inches, that's so helpful.&nbsp; GL on the hunt.&nbsp; If I see something clean with longer lines I will post for you!!&nbsp; The perfect jacket will appear in time!!&nbsp; But I do hate waiting!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2256068 Tue, 22 Mar 2022 16:43:12 +0000 salt-sea 2256068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Update on the L &amp; XL - L is too tight across shoulders; XL fits across the shoulders, but both XL and L are just too short in length. Both going back, sadly. </p> <p>(normally I wear a tall 12 or 14 depending on the fit and fabric)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2255904 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 20:37:36 +0000 gryffin 2255904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - I'm not a fan of patent as they tend to scuff and crease.&nbsp; I usually prefer velvet or suede for dressy shoes.&nbsp; I do have the gentle souls bay unique.&nbsp; The toe is less refined then I like but they are comfy and accept an orthotic and don't migrate because of the straps.&nbsp; I think the bootie is a bit dressier but I wish it was a different material.&nbsp; I'd go retro/steampunk if I could find a velvet granny boot with ribbon laces or something like that.&nbsp; I just can't wear a heel any more.<br />Suz - I did bite the bullet of ordering the xs in the jacket.&nbsp; A few people similar in size took that size.&nbsp; No idea when it will show up.&nbsp; But I did send back the small and medium.&nbsp; I really debated about keeping the small.&nbsp; Looks good open, kind of the indiana jones vibe, but I really didn't love it zipped because there was too much extra fabric in the midsection even with a sweater under it.&nbsp; Funny, I usually buy a lot of stuff oversized, I think the fabric, being so soft, just doesn't have enough structure when it's too big on this jacket.&nbsp; So now I wait.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2255886 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 18:50:52 +0000 Suz 2255886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry the jacket is not going to work out, but knowing your sleuthing capabilities, one in the right size will show up in time! I hope so.&nbsp;</p> <p>Angie, those look like gorgeous dresses!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2255859 Mon, 21 Mar 2022 16:43:14 +0000 Angie 2255859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Gryffin</b>, you are dead right to wait for the hemming! I bet spectacular on you! I'd wear it in navy :)</p> <p>As for the boots, how about black patent? Or black patent Mary Janes?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2255732 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 19:19:38 +0000 gryffin 2255732@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - yes I have the gown. The first link. I think it’s officially now associated w Kate Middleton who wore it beautifully!! Also poshmark for the win. I wanted it when it came out but I could not justify the expense. Fits perfectly in the body. I need to hack over a foot off the length. But I’m not quite ready for alterations. I also don’t know which shoes. I need to wear an orthotic. It’s a disaster for pretty shoes. There don’t seem to be really dressy flat booties. But the regular Zarita dress which is about 36” so mid thigh. The long version is just over or to the knee depending on your height. On me just below knee. So imagine the extra length from the photo which is the regular Zarita. Very elegant with the v back. The little booties are beat I have for dress. Annoying but happy feet. I keep looking. That Teri Jon dress is stunning!!! I also really love the first two right side. Very elegant!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2255726 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 18:08:54 +0000 Angie 2255726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OOOH! Perfect refresher and update,<b> Gryffin</b>! Is this the dress?&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.regalfille.com/product/diane-von-furstenberg-zarita-gown/">https://www.regalfille.com/pro.....rita-gown/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>I like to be prepared too..... and have these on my radar :)</p> <p>And this one:&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.terijon.com/shop/cocktail---party-dresses/tea-length-embroidered-tulle-cocktail-dress/pid/5153/110?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIqeXc_aPV9gIVOB6tBh1hPAjXEAkYAiABEgKhd_D_BwE">https://www.terijon.com/shop/c.....l-dress/pi</a>&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets/page/2#post-2255724 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 16:57:44 +0000 gryffin 2255724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - sensible. I like to be prepared as well. I actually managed to source my beloved DVF Zarita long in black (of course) a size down on poshmark when I lost weight. Incredible to find in the long and perfect size. So I’m sorted. But yes replacements are in a class of their own. Hope it works out!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255722 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 16:22:31 +0000 Angie 2255722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Gryffin</b>, I'm glad you're not settling! Keep us posted.</p> <p>As for the party dress, no occasions on our calendar either - but I need to replace my old navy cocktail lace dress that is too short! This is a contender. I hope it fits too!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255721 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 16:06:24 +0000 gryffin 2255721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - Patience is difficult!!! But at least I did not settle. I used the “if I can box it back up, if it does not get placed in protective custody, then it’s not good enough.” Fomo……it’s powerful but not if it’s not worthy. Beautiful dress!!! I hope it’s perfect!!!! We are still staying off the grid here, other than work, so party dresses, no matter how beautiful, are not a good splurge for me right now. But it looks perfect for you!!! I hope you’ll have many lovely events to wear it to!!!<br /> Rachy - sing it sister!!! It’s in my Rakuten cart……thinking…. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255719 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:56:31 +0000 rachylou 2255719@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh gosh… that’s a dilemma (!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255718 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:54:18 +0000 Angie 2255718@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>But on a happier note - &nbsp;I ordered this navy lace dress on sale, that I think you might like! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255716 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:53:01 +0000 Angie 2255716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay! Thank you. It sounds like you want this moto in a tailored fit, which means an XS - which is on back order ...... &nbsp;frustrating </p> <p>Patience is an incredible virtue!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255711 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:38:42 +0000 gryffin 2255711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lana - it’s a really nice jacket if you can find the right fit!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255707 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:35:39 +0000 Lana 2255707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Absolutely gorgeous! &nbsp;The indigo version isn’t too shabby either. ❤️ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255706 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:33:15 +0000 gryffin 2255706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok the small arrived. There was not a lot of difference from the medium. Maybe 1/4” shoulders and the body was still too roomy. The length was about 1” shorter on hem and sleeves. I’d consider this a roomy jacket and you could layer (and I did) a hoodie or substantial sweater and roll the sleeves. After careful consideration I decided I want a fit more like Bijou’s to wear with both jeans and dresses. The small jacket looks great open but zipped there’s too much ease. At least the medium looked like I was going for oversized rather than just too big. So I’m sending both back. I do love the light weight and tumbled leather. The XS is backordered till June. So I need to decide if I’m ordering as the sale is ending. It’s so comfortable and feels good on but I know I won’t be happy with the fit. For a jacket that literally every reviewer says runs tiny, I think this runs quite large. Go figure?! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255704 Sun, 20 Mar 2022 15:31:09 +0000 Angie 2255704@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gryffin, I can't seem to find your sizing update? I need more tea.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255423 Fri, 18 Mar 2022 12:03:26 +0000 gryffin 2255423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy - I can only imagine a black leather trench.&nbsp; That would be divine!!&nbsp; That's something I've looked at longingly but they are always too expensive.&nbsp; That's awesome that you have one.&nbsp; I also love my black leather blazer, RT, thanks so Ummlila (since I am a frequent lemming!!).&nbsp; Black motos are so useful if you can find the right one, I'm a poor judge as I have picked "wrong" ones.&nbsp; I'm hoping this will work out!!&nbsp; Nordstrom frequent carries Madewell jackets so I would keep stalking, as rack will do sales.&nbsp; Madewell rarely sales it's leather, I think it's only 2x/year so if this works it's a good score for me!!&nbsp; Good luck on your hunt!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255393 Fri, 18 Mar 2022 03:47:55 +0000 Anonymous 2255393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do not own anything Madewell yet, but have seen that Nordstrom Rack &nbsp;now has quite a bit of the brand. Your leather coat looks like the perfect leather coat. &nbsp;The black coat that gets the most wear is a classic black leather trench followed by a thrifted black leather blazer. &nbsp;I do have a nice shorter jacket with gold hardwear.but it is sort of kept for good. &nbsp;You make me feel like I am missing something. &nbsp;Next time I am near a Madewell display, I will take a closer look at the offerings. &nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255337 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 19:27:41 +0000 gryffin 2255337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aquamarine - the jacket in the medium is a bit roomy through the body so yes it zips with possibly too much room to spare.&nbsp; All my jackets, blazer etc can be worn closed/zipped etc.&nbsp; It's the upside of a tiny chest!!&nbsp; OTOH I could not fill out a v-neck or wrap dress to save my life.&nbsp; So advantages to every shape and size!!&nbsp; Plus I run cold, I don't think I'd buy a jacket I could not wear closed.&nbsp; Even with the few sweaters I own I prefer buttons for the ability to wear them closed.<br />Suz - IKR, you just can't predict fit!!&nbsp; The good, the small is supposed to arrive here on saturday so I can have more time to try it on and compare.<br />salt-sea - Oh I'm so happy that this might work for you!!&nbsp; Yes would it not be great if they gave garment measurements for comparison.&nbsp; I hope this works out for you.&nbsp; You should be good with the sleeves, everyone says they run long.&nbsp; I have long arms for my size and they still hit at the thumb joint.&nbsp; I'm also broad through the back although I have an average frame and the shoulders may run slightly narrow, as the medium fits, but the back is roomier.&nbsp; GL!!!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255316 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 17:35:45 +0000 salt-sea 2255316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for mentioning this gryffin! </p> <p>I've had a jacket like this on my shopping list for years, and I love the brass hardware. I am going to try it. I have long arms and broad shoulders and have ordered the L and XL; will report back on fit for those size ranges. I contacted Madewell on sizing but they don't have garment measurements for this item. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255306 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 16:34:13 +0000 Suz 2255306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice jacket, gryffin! It will work so well for you. I like the antiqued hardware, too. It is softer. I am glad you're going to compare sizes to see which is best.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255292 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 14:21:45 +0000 Aquamarine 2255292@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s gorgeous gryffin and I’d be interested if I had a need for it but I barely wear the three leather jackets I do have. (Climate/weather, occasions…sigh). Can you zip it up? Is that a consideration? There were threads on YLF some years ago about whether or not that was important. I like to have that option but realistically speaking hardly ever would, especially with an asymmetrical zipper (body type issues). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255282 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:21:01 +0000 gryffin 2255282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal - Thank you.&nbsp; I had no idea things were even more expensive in NZ.&nbsp; Bad enough here!!&nbsp; Basically nice, well made, quality items are often an investment that we hope pays off in utility and joy!! but yeah, hurt in the wallet!!<br />Merwoman - it's challenging because like hemming you need to decide best way of styling...do I need fitted, cropped, how many layers will I want to wear and how does it look with no layers, how is it open and closed.&nbsp; That's what makes the choice so difficult....<br />Sharan - You olive jacket sounds amazing!!&nbsp; Glad you are enjoying it.&nbsp; That's always the challenge of the decision - will I grow to adore something that has a little "con" to it's "almost perfection" or will that little con ultimately ruin the choice.&nbsp; Unfortunately, I've had too many of the latter and always fear I'm going to make the wrong choice.&nbsp; I'm trying to make better decisions....time will tell.....<br />Jaime - I always so admire you ability to thrift and find amazing quality pieces.&nbsp; I still no shopping or going out so it's online or must.&nbsp; I've had too many fails poshmark (right size technically but item is not correctly labelled etc - so too big or small)&nbsp; So I'm stuck with retail/returnable.&nbsp; I think there's always quality somewhere it's finding it with all the right style requirements.&nbsp; That's the trick.<br />Bijou - That's a great jacket!!&nbsp; It's more cropped to that's divinely perfect for your dressy style.&nbsp; That's a big consideration for me, the versatility.&nbsp; I do have a cropped tux jacket which I can sub in for dressy.&nbsp; I'm going to try this jacket with a variety of outfits but dressy often looks better with cropped, then fitted but not tight has great utility but oversized can be sooo uber cool but can look sloppy unless it's perfect (this is what makes me want to rip hairs out one by one, what to pick and can I find it......<br />zaeobi - That's my fear with custom, the work and expense and it's not perfect.&nbsp; Wow, wow, wow!!&nbsp; Thrifted Prada!!&nbsp; I die!!&nbsp; Congrats and hope you adore it and wear it to death.&nbsp; Yes, sometimes number 2 has a place when no 1 must be babied or spared.&nbsp; Back ups can be dead useful!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255266 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 09:30:41 +0000 Zaeobi 2255266@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you on how difficult it is to find the perfect leather jacket - that burnished &amp; blackened brass hardware on yours is lovely! I remember seeing that sort of finish more in the 2000s, when more 'natural boho' was in. </p> <p>I recently got a custom jacket because I just couldn't find one in cropped, dark brown leather with gold hardware *anywhere*. Whilst it's great for layering, it's sadly a little too boxy &amp; heavy for my frame &amp; climate. So I ended up thrifting a 70's Prada jacket instead - what are the odds?! All's not lost though - will take the boxy one to the UK </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255251 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 06:28:59 +0000 Bijou 2255251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gryffin, so glad you found a perfect leather jacket with the right hardware. I have a charcoal grey (almost black) leather moto and it is incredibly useful, it goes with everything - from jeans to sequinned dresses. Mine is quite fitted, but is not tight across the back or shoulders. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255233 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 01:57:41 +0000 Jaime 2255233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the thoroughness and thoughtfulness of your review and glad to hear that well made, quality garments are still out there . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255232 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 01:56:23 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2255232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's gorgeous. I like that it's understated. I really love the faded indigo color with the silver hardware; if I were in the market for another leather jacket, that's the one I'd pick. You're so right it's hard to find just the right one. When I found mine in a muted olive color with matte silver hardware at AllSaints several years ago, I took the plunge. It has a little more going on than I'd like ideally, but I do still love it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/psa-madewell-sale-esp-leather-jackets#post-2255230 Thu, 17 Mar 2022 01:46:31 +0000 merwoman 2255230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Drop dead gorgeous jacket. You are so wise to do an in home side by side size comparison. You can put both sizes through their paces and check them out from every angle. </p>