INSTYLE25 = 25% off at J. Crew… no exclusions?
UPDATE: Looks like as of this morning, 10/8/13, J. Crew has discontinued this promotion for 3rd party goods and suiting. Interesting that they had it running since late last week and decided to cut that option now.
Many thanks to Dappa and a few others for sending in the style tips on this one.
UPDATE: J. Crew just launched an extra 40% off sale items code: EXTRA40 this Monday (10/7/13) morning. Floodgates are oddly open from them on codes + discounts right now.
Is J. Crew quietly changing some of their sale & code policies? Not too long after they ran that extra 50% off select items sale, this INSTYLE25 code materializes and it’s good for 25% off everything on the J. Crew Site. That’s a new one. Suiting and 3rd party merchandise used to always be excluded from codes, unless they were already in the sale section and one of those “extra 30% off sale items” codes showed up. But not this time. A warning: some of the picks below aren’t just splurges, but stratospheric checking account assassins. Even with the code. This one goes firmly in the “too expensive” category.
Walkover Short Wing Bluchers in Burgundy Chromexcel – $236.25 ($315)
Guessing the pics online don’t really do these things justice. Especially if they’re cut from Horween’s outstanding dark burgundy chromexcel leather. Made in the USA. A bit more casual than an oxford since this has blucher/open lacing. One of those shoes you can dress up or dress down, and you’ll likely do so for many years to come.
Slim Fit Rustic Merino Wool V-Neck – $67.13 ($89.00)
Admittedly still awfully pricey for a sweater, but there’s a couple of extras on this thing that might make it worth the splurge. First is the fit. If you’re a truly slim or skinny fellow, you’re almost always swimming in sweaters. Even if you’re just a fit guy you’re likely stuck with sweaters that leave you with a fabric spare tire. That’s not the case with J. Crew’s slim fit for their knits. While the truly skinny might still have a little extra at the sides, it’ll be a noticeable upgrade. And these look awfully sharp on the guys who are fit with some strength on their frames. OH… and the slub all merino knit + real suede elbow patches are terrific too.
Ludlow Suit in Italian Wool Flannel – $487.50 ($650)
Good grief. $225 retail just for the pants? Even with the code we’re in Suitsupply territory. Specifically, this Suitsupply cut from Super 120s. But points to J. Crew for offering their flannel suit in Navy as well as grey. Wish they woulda done that for the much more affordable Factory version.
Broadmore Quilted Cotton Jacket – $148.50 ($198)
Not poly, but instead cotton. Short mock style collar. Nice.
Unconstructed Ludlow 2/3 Roll Oxford Cloth Sportcoat – $59.99* ($248)
Whoa. Last call on these things huh? Already marked down to a final-sale (no returns) price of a hundred bucks. The code gets them into nicely-cheap territory. More of a spring/summer sportcoat, but you could probably get away with wearing this with dark jeans and boots. Sized in small, medium, large, etc… so know some tailoring work is probably going to be needed. *UPDATE: They launched an extra 40% off sale items code: EXTRA40 on Monday (10/7) morning. Sizes are going quick on these though.
Ludlow Shawl Collar Tux in Navy or Black – $592.50 ($790)
Let’s say you’re getting married, or, you’ve got some massive event coming up and you want to go full Skyfall. You’ll pay for it here, but you’ll get a slim, deep navy (or black) shawl collar tux and you’ve got the option of their slimmer fitting pant. With the 25% off code it drops to less than the Suitsupply option. And that Suitsupply tux really is that true-blue instead of deep navy. Meanwhile, some have had good luck getting a navy tux (see this over on threads) from custom outfits like Dragon Inside. But if you like the Ludlow fit, then you know what you’re getting here.
Alden 405 Indy Boots – $374.25 ($499)
Everybody sing along! Dun dah dun dahhhhh… dun duh duhhhhh…. dun dah dun DAHHHH… dun dun Duh DUH DUH…
Barbour Equestrian Bedale Jacket – $284.25 ($379)
A big investment for a casual jacket, but it’s made from Barbour’s “thornproof waxed cotton”, comes in that slick deep navy (black too), and the details like the hardware and rear snap equipped vents sure look perfect.
Filson Original Briefcase in Navy & Green – $206.25 ($275)
So when the Filson original was 25% off during the Brooks Brothers F&F sale, it was $186. This one is 25% off and… $206. Why? “This handsome briefcase is constructed in exclusive-to-J.Crew fabric and trim.” The green is different. Not sure if anything else is though.
Ludlow in Italian Cotton Pique Jacket + Pant – $209.98* ($496)
Already in the sale section and just got another cut in price. The 25% off code gets it into that rare mid $200s area where J. Crew Suits don’t usually end up. It’s cotton, but there are plenty of sizes left in the jackets. Pants are going quick. Final sale. *UPDATE: The pants are all but gone as of Monday morning, but the extra 40% code that was just launched, EXTRA40, drops it to just north of $200.
Penfield Kasson Hooded Parka – $146.25 ($195)
A classic, hooded, cotton/nylon parka from Penfield. Pretty darn good looking in Burgundy.
Alden Shell Cordovan Cap Toe Boots – $500.25 ($667)
Heaven’s to Betsy. Great Googly. Made in the USA of course.
I’m having the most epic internal battle about buying the cap toe shell cordovan boots. Last time the “3rd party included” sale code lapsed, i kicked myself for not jumping on the deal. Now for another few restless days :/
Fantastic deal on the Indy’s! Don’t think you’ll ever find them cheaper
When does this code expire?
October 15.
Anyone know if this is stackable with the student discount?
Fantastic, thank you!
Could anybody help with the sizing of the Alden Shell Cordovan Cap Toe Boots. I wear a 9.5D in the AE Daltons. What should I be ordering in these??
I bought the Broadmore Quilted Jacket during the last 25% off sale, and I can’t recommend it enough. Fits great, looks great, feels comfy, and it doesn’t have that sheen that most other quilted jackets have, which I’m thankful for.
You are a god among men. Just saved over $200 on a tux that I needed to buy anyway (choir uniform), meaning now I can justify the Hanover wholecuts I already got to complete the outfit.
Also, endorsing the merino elbow-patch sweaters.
Nice but I kinda wish I had a reason to own more suits
if it helps, i wear a 9 in the AE Daltons and an 8.5 in the Indy Boot (Trubalance last).
if it helps i wear a 9 in the AE Daltons and an 8.5 in the Indy (Trubalance last) and 8.5 in the Barrie last.
This made my day. Alden longwings and plain toe boots…checkout. Couldn’t be happier, been saving for a long time — to find them on sale is absurd.
I have a pair on the way. I’ve never tried on a pair of Alden’s, but it seemed the common recommendation was to go down a half size – fingers crossed they fit well.
At $487 is the Navy Ludlow worth it over the Suit Supply? I really like the navy but looking for suggestions…
Can anyone speak to the narrowness/width? I wear a 7.5EEE in the Dalton (511 last) and Park Avenue (65 last).
I’d give this a look for the differences: http://dappered.com/2013/05/style-debate-suitsupply-vs-j-crew-ludlow-suiting/
For me, I’d personally go with the Navy Napoli from Suitsupply: http://us.suitsupply.com/suits/suit-navy-plain-napoli-p2778i/P2778I,en_US,pd.html? simply because the lapels are more timeless than the super-slim ludlow (which, I like myself), and while the button stance isn’t as low slung (popular now) as the ludlow, it certainly isn’t super high either (despite looking on the high side in the just-suit photos).
One thing to consider is your arm lenght. Suitsupply suits have functioning buttons, but the arms seem to be pretty average/standard. Ludlow’s don’t have functioning buttons, so tailoring is much easier.
Sidenote: Interesting that many of the Suitsupply suits have edged up to $499. Free shipping both ways now though. Used to have to be north of $500 to get free shipping if I recall.
Thanks for this, it was a huge help.
I’ll check out Suit Supply this week. J. Crew appears to be back ordered for over a month and I need the suit before then.
Man I wish I jumped on this code when I saw it on Friday. Was contemplating buying the cordovan alden boots, and now theyre “sold out” on my size. I placed an order for a half size up anyways, but even this is “backordered” until december. How likely is it that they will stock up between now and december, and I will be able to exchange these to a different size?
… So now they bring back the-always-welcome 40% off for final sale (or just sale items that are returnable) code – “EXTRA40” – at the same time having this 25% off everything code??
So many codes after codes I can’t keep up! Too bad we can’t use both these at the same time, though. And there’s the always dreadful $175 ceiling for free shipping. The bad news for this 40% code is that your total has to be over $175 “after” the code applied to get the free shipping while you only need to hit $175 “before” the 25% code to do so.
J.crew is trying real hard to push me into spending some more these days…
That chromexel leather is insane! I bought my wife a tote made of the stuff for the Mother’s day last. I would love to have some shoes made of the leather.
Well, they ain’t coming in until Christmas, if it helps you decide.
Excellent deal on, IMO, the best looking Indy shoes on the market (I love the heel stitching). Too bad they aren’t shipping until next year!!
I want a flannel suit. Also, the quilted jacket and the parka. Killing me.
I read the fine print and it said that suiting was excluded. I then went
through to place an order and used the code but I didn’t see any
discount. Anybody had the same experience?
Really depends on the store. I have had two different stores stack it for me before.
Anyone else think it’s odd that there is no 40s option for the ludlow jackets? It’s a shame because i would jump on the pique in stone but 40r is hit or miss for me.
Man, just purchased some Alden cap toe #8 for on Thursday. Chose them over the Jcrews because of the broguing and its similarity to my AE Bayfields….saving the extra $80 bucks though might have made my decision a little more difficult. Now…to Indy or not to Indy…
Well, dammit. At least I have until they ship at the end of October to think of how to explain to my wife why I need another pair of boots.
Don’t know if this will help, but at least it provides some reference for the different Alden lasts. http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-lGSqPKHlVno/TY3TNWSV7xI/AAAAAAAABPo/0epByyNPctg/s1600/Red%2BClay%2BSoul%2BAlden%2BSizing%2BLast%2BChart.jpg
I ordered a half size down from my Park Ave / Strand size.
They make 40s Ludlow jackets, but apparently they’re sold out, or they for some reason didn’t make them in that style.
Just put the Indy boots in the cart and applied the Code. No go. Doesn’t work on Alden shoes.
FYI, I purchased the Ludlow navy shawl collar tuxedo a month ago for my wedding. I called to ask about a price adjustment with the INSTYLE25 code and was told it does not apply to suiting. I mentioned it worked online, quickly hung up and reordered to get the 25% savings. Luckily, I’ve held off on alterations and still have tags on the tux. This may get adjusted to exclude suiting soon…
Ditto, wearing my 1K Courtlands today for the first time and loving them. Happy to see that the Indy’s are now out of stock in my size. Was really starting to consider the purchase there for a moment.
Alden boots just sold out within 30 seconds……?
I don’t think the code was meant to include the Aldens. I wonder if they will honor the ones sold before taking them off. Just saved me a chunk of change though.
FYI the Slim Merino V necks are REALLY small shoulders, I have a Large slim and it’s pretty much an Asian size large, I have to struggle and fight with it over a button down. the V always moves away from my neck as well.
How is the fit? I tried the skiff jacket and holly hell it was tiny. Enough room for comfortable movement with this one relative to its size?
I have that jacket in 40S in the Navy – it appears they are just sold out of that size.
I haven’t had a chance to try it out with a sweater or anything, but it wasn’t constricting at all when I wore it with a single long-sleeve tee and an undershirt.
Splurge Alert is what you said…
I just put the Ludlow ‘Italian’ Cashmere Sportcoat in the cart $695, thinking 25% was still on, and I really need a new Navy Blazer/Sportcoat. Yeah, I know $695, but you only need 1 Navy Blazer, so make it NICE!
Anyway underneath it, came up the linked version below on sale from $695 to $ 645. 40% code worked. $387.00. Only a few sizes remain, 42R being one. I ordered it.
I appreciate all the help from you’all so I pass it along if someone is wanting…to splurge
this http://www.jcrew.com/mens_category/sportcoatsandvests/Ludlowsportcoats/PRDOVR~21403/21403.jsp
Fit is slim relative to the j crew millerain field coat. I ordered both in large and the quilted jacket is more fitted. I’m keeping the field coat as its more comfortable in shoulders for me. The quilted jacket is quite nice though.
I got that Ludlow tux for my wedding next year from Ebay. Absolutely amazing. I’d suggest checking there pretty regularly. You might luck up.
Phew. I fought off the temptation this time; almost bit that Penfield parka at $146.25. I may still buy that “when and if” it hits the sale section and 30-40% code comes by, but only then.
I sort of knew this 25% off for everything including the 3rd party items must be a glitch as it said it excluded the usual suspects (suits & 3rd party) in the original ad for “INSTYLE25” that I was last week, but was surprised that it lasted almost entire week. But if a bunch of folks order suits and 3rd party items in doves AND some others even keep calling and telling the J.crew phone reps about how it works online when they won’t honor it over the phone, it must be expected that they would patch this up sooner than later. ha!