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J. Crew Private Sale – 20% off Full Priced Items

January 20, 2014 By Joe | Heads up: Buying via our links may result in us getting a commission. Here's why.

2DAYSONLY = 20% off Full Priced Styles / 40% off Sale

Been a little while since J. Crew ran a quiet code. 2DAYSONLY gets you 20% off full priced styles and still nets you 40% off sale items, but the list of exclusions is sorta long. The usual Ludlow Suiting exclusion is in effect, as is the exclusion on most of their 3rd party goods (Alden, Barbour, etc…). But with the new spring arrivals slowly starting to come in, and blazers getting the 20% off, now’s not a bad time to jump on something you’ve had your eye on. As always, picks below have a decent size selection at post time unless otherwise noted. Watch out for final sale items, which you can’t return…

 

Original Chippewa for J. Crew Plain-Toe 6″ Boot in Brown or Black – $214.40 ($268)

Chips Apache

Many have pointed out that these look an awful lot like the 6″ “Apache GQ” boot seen here and over here. What’s the difference? Doesn’t seem to be much. The one thing that stands out is on the non-J.Crew Version, the eyelets look like nuts… OF THE NUTS AND BOLTS VARIETY. C’mon now. Anyway, plain ol’ round eyelets on the J. Crew option. Also, the J. Crew version looks a little sleeker, but that could just be unfortunate photography on Amazon’s end. The pair sold through Amazon is much more affordable though, clocking in at just $115.47 if you use the $15 off code WRKBOOTS. Bit of a mystery with these, since Zappos seems to sell the exact same “J. Crew” version for $259. They’re all made in the USA.

 

Single Button Ticket Pocket Pima Cotton Ludlow Blazer – $196.80 ($398)

single button pima

BRING BACK THE WOOL LUDLOW. Now, that said, at under $200, this is actually pretty nice. Saw one of these in store, and the fabric is quite soft. Enough so that it feels more like a smooth wool than a standard cotton. Still not thrilled that they seem to have replaced their standard Ludlow navy blazer with this and their brass buttoned “club” sportcoat, but at under $200, you get the ticket pocket, and the subtle herringbone pattern should go great with jeans. Dual vent. Ships free, and doesn’t appear to be final sale at post time.

 

Macalister Brickman in Grey Suede – $126.40 ($158)

brickman grey suede

No crepe sole here, so while still casual, they can be dressed up a touch. Stitched welt, made in Italy, and would look awfully smart when paired with that pima cotton blazer. Pretty close to the top image over here.

 

Bowery Slim in Cotton-Linen – $78.40 | Brushed Herringbone Cotton – $70.40

Bowery Pants

Pants for the office that you’ll actually want to wear outside of the office. And you better, since they’re seventy to eighty bucks a pop when on sale.

 

Broadmore Quilted Jacket – $158.50 ($198)

broadmoor jackets

These seemed to have been out of stock for awhile, and while there’s only XS left in the grey, there’s some other sizes available in the caramel. Like a puffer that’s gone on a diet, and switched from hair gel to matte paste. Or something. A note: These have been more affordable during other sales (25% off $150+, etc…) in previous months. Meanwhile, the vest is down to sixty bucks and on final sale.

 

Cotton Crew Cable Knit – $94.40 ($118)

JCrew Cable

Oof. Pricey. But it’s a chunky cable knit with some personality. Still hoping this thing comes down a bit more as we drift closer to spring.

 

Crossknit long-sleeve colorblock Tee – $43.60 ($54.50)

texture tee

Hey look. It’s the less fortunate man’s version of the cable sweater. Only… not a sweater. Yet more than a plain ol’ tee. Crossknit = a double ribbed texture. Nifty.

 

Slim Broken In Pocket Polo – $17.99 ($39.50)

slim pocket polo

Just in case you need to grease your cart to get over the $150 free shipping threshold. Nice color, x-small through large available at post time.

 

Unstructured Japanese Cotton Twill Sportcoat –$150.40 ($188)

Unstructured Japanese Sportcoat

One of those cleaned up casual staples that many of us hope J. Crew never stops producing. These don’t come in exact chest sizes, so you’re probably going to need some tailoring. But when you get it dialed in, you’ll reach for it plenty when you’re heading out on the town.

 

Goodyear Welted Kenton Suede Bucks – $158.40 ($198)

Handful Kenton

Signs of spring. Of course, the “natural” shade shown above probably isn’t gonna look quite right for a few months, but they’ve got three other shades available. Full review over here. Also available in wingtip form for $174.40.

 

Montague Leather or Abingdon Canvas Travel Kit – $88 – $46.40

dopp kits

For the significant others cruising this site looking for Valentine’s Day ideas for their fella. Saw the Abingdon in person and was surprised how substantial it felt. Fingers should be crossed for that pebbled leather (and splurge) Montague option, since sometimes J. Crew leather goods can disappoint.

 

Long Sleeve Pop-Over Shirts – $55.60 – $70.50 

Popover Quad

Hm. Seems like a lot of money for a polo/OCBD (or poplin button up) hybrid. These could serve the same purpose as a long sleeved polo or a rugby shirt (untucked, casual) only in an ultralight form. Thoughts from you guys?

 

Original Chippewa for J. Crew Plain-Toe 6″ Boot in Suede – $214.40 ($268)

Suede Chips

Finishing off  how we started, only in suede. Can’t seem to find a less expensive version of these online (unlike the leather options at the top of the post).

The 20% off full priced items / 40% off sale items code 2DAYSONLY expires on 1/21/14.

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Comments

  1. dackman says

    January 20, 2014 at 12:18 PM

    Checked the sales section last week after the new additions were announced in last Thursday’s sales picks, and the navy wool ludlow appeared, and it just so happened to be my size. Snagged it for $180. Delivered today. Couldn’t wait, had to sneak in the office bathroom to try it on. AND. IT. IS. AWESOME.

  2. Stephen Rowe says

    January 20, 2014 at 12:19 PM

    I seem to be missing something, but why the hate for the Ludlow Club sport coat as a replacement to the old Ludlow blazer? with the exception of the buttons (which are easily replaced), I think its a much better option. the patch pockets really distinguish it as a sport coat. I always thought the old one looked too much like an orphaned suit jacket. Now, I DO wish they would lighten up the navy color a bit. It looks black in anything except direct sunlight. Too dark IMO.

  3. Jack Black says

    January 20, 2014 at 12:36 PM

    Are Ludlow suits always excluded from these full-price promos?

  4. Joe says

    January 20, 2014 at 12:50 PM

    Hate might be a strong word.

    The new club sport coats are more expensive ($400+) and haven’t spent much if any time in the sale section yet. The old blazers would fall in there quite often, and during extra 30% off sales, would dip to the low $200s.

    As far as the looking like an orphaned suit jacket thing, I think the knocks against the ludlow (shorter tail/thinner lapels) actually makes it look much less like a suit jacket in person, and much better with jeans/5-pockets. But I do see what you’re saying. Just not a fan of the brass buttons (esp. w/ jeans combo).

  5. Joe says

    January 20, 2014 at 12:56 PM

    Not always, but they’re usually excluded. And when they are up for it, it’s only certain suits (usually during a 25% off $125+ sale). The best place to get a new one is usually through the sale section when they do an additional 30% or 40% off code. But then… sizes are sometimes scarce.

  6. Joshua says

    January 20, 2014 at 1:44 PM

    I love the fit of their pants, except for their lengths. Whenever I pick up 31×32 slim straight slacks from Bonobos, the lengths are just about right (or at least to my liking), breaking right at the ankle. Not sure if things have changed with J.Crew since last summer, when 31×32 slim pants would come down to just about my ankles, which I felt was a little short, and had to lengthen them. Do you advise picking up 31×34 instead or repeat what I did?

    Also, is showing of the ankles (with or without socks) a new thing?

  7. BJ McGeever says

    January 20, 2014 at 1:54 PM

    Got to see that navy herringbone cotton jacket in person a while ago, and it’s very nice. The cotton is super smooth, and the herringbone adds just enough texture.

  8. RJC says

    January 20, 2014 at 2:06 PM

    I love popovers in pictures. I love how popovers look on me. I love how many things I can wear them with. I love that they’re very slightly different from the button downs I wear every day. But I HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE HATE taking them off. I HATE IT.

  9. RJC says

    January 20, 2014 at 2:08 PM

    Nice work! That’s a helluva suit for 180

  10. dackman says

    January 20, 2014 at 2:14 PM

    Oops, should have specified, not the suit, the navy wool ludlow blazer.

    https://www.jcrew.com/mens_special_sizes/tall/sportcoatsouterwear/PRDOVR~21509/21509.jsp

  11. SD says

    January 20, 2014 at 2:16 PM

    If you don’t already have the pants you should call to help you find a pair. Went to my local J Crew yesterday and they had a good amount in the clearance section marked down to $100 and then another 50% off to $50.

  12. JTJaskot says

    January 20, 2014 at 3:34 PM

    I have a pair of the Apache GQ’s in the chocolate color. It seemed more like a nubuck leather. I had seen on another forum that people applied a cordovan polish, and then put Obenauf’s LP on them. I have done this, and I have to say, it changes the shoe drastically. I get lots of compliments on them, and the nubuck leather feel/look is gone.

    One word of caution, after applying the polish and the LP, there was some color transfer to a pair of socks, jeans, and an office chair. This was shortly after the inital application. Maybe I didn’t do a good enough job removing the polish. Hindsight, I might have just gone with the LP, but I’m happy with how the color looks.

  13. J. S. Qeem says

    January 20, 2014 at 3:46 PM

    slim merino sweaters on final sale. say whatttt

  14. M. says

    January 20, 2014 at 3:58 PM

    which local J. Crew was that? Thanks

  15. SD says

    January 20, 2014 at 4:12 PM

    This was in Tampa but if you call 1-800-562-0258 they can search all the stores inventory and ship it to you. Or you can just find them on ebay.

  16. mmmk says

    January 20, 2014 at 4:35 PM

    Wow. That makes those boots look amazing.

  17. J. S. Qeem says

    January 20, 2014 at 11:10 PM

    It’s a secret! (no worries I don’t get them either)

  18. Quancho says

    January 21, 2014 at 9:49 AM

    I for one just can’t abide the shorter Ludlows. I can handle an inch shorter than finger curl. But not 6 inches, with the bottom edge of my wallet pocket showing below the tails.

    I can only assume they’re cut for urbanites who get buy with a coupla cards, a coupla bills, and a phone, all in their front pockets or jacket pockets.

  19. Joe says

    January 21, 2014 at 10:02 AM

    I don’t know your proportions, but I’m wearing a 38R ludlow blazer today, and while I prefer Suitsupply’s Napoli silhouette, there’s not 6 inches of difference.

  20. Quancho says

    January 21, 2014 at 2:35 PM

    Not all Ludlows are as short as the herringbone navy blazer (42R) I tried on a few weeks ago. There were other, longer Ludlows on the racks, but not in that fabric. Just sayin’ I don’t like the real shorties.

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