SHOPEARLY = 40% off select full price at J. Crew
If this isn’t their Black Friday deal, it’s gotta be close.
Lots of retailers and brands are getting out in front of Black Friday this year. Even more so than normal. With Thanksgiving landing on the 28th, Black Friday is comparatively “late.” Cyber Monday even falls in December. Also… there’s a possible trade war looming.
This J. Crew sale is really two separate yet individually significant deals:
- 40% off select full price with the code SHOPEARLY
- Some even steeper deals strewn about at 50% off or more. Those are tagged as “HOLIDAY DEAL“ and no code is necessary for the savings.
Off we go with the picks. Could some of these items drop further next week? Maybe. But a lot of the picks below are already heavily marked down. At least, that’s how it feels. Code SHOPEARLY ends Tuesday 11/19.
Marled Rugged Merino Wool-blend Half-zip Sweater – $49.50 ($110) 55% off
The official sweater style of Thanksgiving (and Monday Night Football.) Merino blended with nylon for durability while retaining softness. Half-zip style is water-cooler-classic, and a look that won’t be going anywhere for a while, whether you wear it over a button down or tee. They’re warm, they’re comfortable, and they work.
100% Cashmere Scarves – $44.50 ($98) 55% off
Supremely giftable. Even if (especially if?) the recipient is you. Solids as well as a couple of plaid options available.
Crosby Fit Italian Wool Flannel Suit Jacket & Matching Trouser = $387.60 w/ SHOPEARLY ($646)
A true fall/winter suit thanks to its Italian wool flannel fabric via Vitale Barberis Canonico. The great thing about flannel suits is that they’re usually much easier to break up and wear the trousers and jacket with other things. That’s especially the case here as the jacket has patch pockets on the lower half, so it’ll look great as a sportcoat. Sold as separates. Jackets are here, while the trousers are here.
Rivington Double-breasted Topcoat in Wool/Cashmere Blend – $269.50 ($598) 55% off
Something to go over that suit. That coat means business. Italian 95% wool/5% cashmere. Only made in navy. That’s your one color option.
Rivington Single-Breasted Topcoat in Italian Wool Blend – $238.50 ($498) 52% off
Or the single breasted version. Still 95% wool/5% cashmere. Available in dark charcoal, black, or a lighter-than-camel “heather tan” version.
Cashmere-lined Leather Gloves – $46.50 ($98) 53% off
And some dress gloves to go with the scarves and coats. Just to complete the look.
Field Boots in Suede – $196.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($328)
Under $200 is appreciated. Read the full review here. They seem to run half a size small. And make sure you hit them with some suede protector spray before heading out into any weather. But once that’s done and dried, you should be good to go in most conditions.
Field Boots in English Leather – $196.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($328)
And the smooth leather option. Leather is from the famed English tannery C.F. Stead. Vibram soles.
Slim or Straight fit 5-Pocket Cords – $42.50 ($98) 57% off
15 wale stretch corduroy fabric. One of those cool to cold weather essentials a lot of us look forward to pulling out every year when the leaves (if not snow) are falling. Four colors, two fits.
Alden for J.Crew Cordovan Longwing Bluchers – $564 w/ SHOPEARLY ($940)
To quote Buddy the Elf: “That’s shocking.” Wasn’t expecting those to be included. Clearly an outlier in terms of a price point we normally cover, but those are obviously unique in terms of quality and materials. Really odd they’re included, along with select other Alden styles. BTW that sound you just heard was our shoe expert Adam’s eye’s opening very, very wide. ‘Morning Sir. Hope you slept well.
Secret Wash Cotton Poplin Shirts in Slim, Classic, Tall, or Untucked – $42.50 ($89.50) 52% off
The shirts that made J. Crew famous. Lighter weight poplin fabric with a broken in but not broken down washed feel. They’ve been making and selling these for ages.
Sussex Quilted Jacket with PrimaLoft – $94.50 ($198) 52% off
Full review of last year’s version can be found here. It looks like this year they’ve done away with the previous design’s exterior vertical zip chest pocket. Olive, navy, and black available this year. Nice to see black as an option this time around. Black outerwear (casual or otherwise) works for a lot of us who wear a lot of blue, earth tones, and gray pants/jeans/trousers… but don’t wear a lot of black otherwise.
Goodyear Welted Black Cap Toe Oxfords – $148.80 ($248)
Full review of these oxfords can be found here. Really wish they made these in dark brown along with black.
Ribbed Merino Wool Baseball Cardigan Sweater in Ink Navy – $148.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($248)
100% merino. Clearly a substantial looking sweater, but can act as light outerwear in the right conditions too. Could be one of those perfect extra layers you reach for on an almost if not daily basis.
Slim or Straight fit Garment-dyed Five-pocket Pants – $54.50 ($118) 53% off
Somewhere between chinos and jeans is a land where these are king. It’s a place where plenty live. 97% cotton/3% elastane, 9.5oz stretch cotton twill. Jean-like 5-pocket design layout with scoops up front and patch pockets on each cheek out back.
Dock Peacoat in Wool Blend – $189.50 ($398) 52% off
Size shown above: Medium on 5’10″/185.
Just got this year’s version in to the Dappered home offices and… it’s pretty darn great. Especially at this price. In terms of styling, it’s a (much) more affordable alternative to the famous Billy Reid Bond peacoat. Not chopped like last year, and is equipped with both hand warmer pockets and flap pockets. 80% Wool, 20% Polyamide. Collar is substantial enough to turn up against the wind/rain/snow, and have it stay there. Insulated with primaloft for warmth, but it’s not super bulky or stiff. Note that at post time there’s one so-so review on the J. Crew site, and I’m not feeling the issues that individual is claiming. The armholes on winter coats have to be wider in order to fit over blazers and sweaters. And this one does just that. (In the above pic it’s being worn over a dress shirt and sportcoat.) It’s comfortable, it’s a good weight, and it looks terrific. Well done, J. Crew. Available in black (shown above) or navy.
100% Merino Wool V-Necks – $58.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($98)
Merino wool. Five colors to pick from. Yes there are cheaper options out there, but perhaps these are worth the upcharge over the competition. From reader Toby R.: “while this is of course budget-dependent, I think the J. Crew merino sweaters are worth the extra $20 over Uniqlo ones, as they are thicker and warmer without being too much so. But I only own one from Uniqlo and it’s pushing a decade old, so I can’t speak to the recent ones. I find the one I have both too thin and also not sitting well over a collared shirt, so I mostly wear it more casually. I’ve always found J. Crew’s wool sweaters to hit really well at the “somewhat budget conscious but also wanting to look nice while being long-lasting and functional” intersection.” (Thanks Toby!)
Wool-blend Fleece Jacket – $129.50 ($278) 53% off
NOT a cheap all-poly fleece. 54% wool/32% polyester/14% acrylic exterior, although the interior is lined in a soft fleece with poplin lined sleeves for easy on/off.
Sussex Quilted Vests with PrimaLoft – $69.50 ($148) 53% off
Yes, more than half off. No, not final sale yet. They can be returned or exchanged. And one of the really nice things about the bestselling Sussex line is that they aren’t shiny or synthetic looking like cheap quilted vests. One of their bestsellers.
Knit Seaboard Button Up Shirts – $44.50 ($98) 55% off
Instead of using woven fabric these use sweater-like knit fabric to make something more substantial but still “shirty” in looks form. Quiet lumberjack style. Double-knit, flexible, etc. Solids and patterns. 4.8/5 stars after 200+ reviews.
Brushed Wool Crewneck Sweaters – $82.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($138)
Classic prep Shetland/shaggy wool crew style. 100% wool, brushed for softness. Saddle-style shoulders.
Kenton Chelsea Boots – $178.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($298)
Good boots at a better than good price. Pair shown above = the 2021 version. Review of the 2021 version can be found here. Vibram mini lug sole is always welcome. Also available in black for you rock and roll types.
Made in Italy MacAlister Suede Boots – $94.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($158)
Hear me out: If you don’t like wearing “outside” shoes inside, yet hate slippers or flimsy “house shoes…” try these. As they’re chukkas with only two pairs of eyelets, they’re quick to lace up and take off. They’re not a standard pair of boots (or even sneakers) with rows and rows of laces which take a while to loosen up and cinch down. The suede uppers are soft, the natural crepe soles are comfortable (not the best outside in ice and snow though,) and they look good with lots of outfits. They’re one of the best things J. Crew makes.
Bowery Performance Stretch Dress Shirts with Spread Collar – $58.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($98)
Surprisingly good. Maybe not great (like something from Ledbury) but good. Quite good. Lots of colors and patterns, three fits (slim, classic, and tall), and made from a not flimsy feeling twill fabric with good stretch. 67% cotton/28% polyamide/5% elastane. Sold in “alpha” sizes though. So they’re more ballpark than the traditional neck and sleeve measurement shirts you’ll find elsewhere. Size shown above is an unaltered medium slim on 5’10″/185, and it’s a tad too small (especially in the neck) for my normally 16/33 or even 16.5/33 shirt wearing frame.
Italian Leather Round-Buckle Belt – $41.70 w/ SHOPEARLY ($69.50)
Still interesting thanks to the rounded buckle, but they’re elegant and versatile too. Italian leather. Three colors.
Rugged Merino Wool-blend Cardigan Sweater – $69.50 ($158) 56% off
Back for another year. A classic shawl collar cardigan in a rugged merino nylon blend.
Slim, Classic, or Tall fit Vintage-wash Cotton Henleys – $35.70 w/ SHOPEARLY ($59.50)
Henleys are great, and J. Crew’s vintage-wash has its fans. Not super thick or bulky. Quite not. Ten colors to choose from.
Rivington Car Coat in Water-resistant Cotton Twill – $298.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($498)
A super classy mac. Lighter than a wool coat but still plenty of protection thanks to the water resistant twill and extra length. Half lined in the back with a plaid cotton, and lined in the sleeves with Bemberg for easy on/off. Once you find a navy mac you like you’ll be surprised how often you wear it.
Cruiser Jacket in Double-faced Wool Blend – $139.50 ($298) 53% off
Looks like something from Filson. 56% wool/18% viscose/14% polyester/12% polyamide fabric that’s brushed on the interior for softness. Casual. For those who love the heritage-rugged “thing.”
Organic Cotton Chambray Shirt in One-year Wash – $53.70 w/ SHOPEARLY ($89.50)
For when you get tired of the same old poplins and oxfords under your sweaters and sportcoats. Chambray is a little more rugged looking, a lot more interesting, but still easy wearing in this one-year wash. Looks especially great in fall.
Italian Pull-up Leather Belt – $45 w/ SHOPEARLY ($75)
A belt that leans more casual but can still be dressed up a little with chinos and a blazer. Italian tanned pull-up leather. Will start to immediately take on character as pull-up leather changes with use, as the waxes it’s stuffed with get “pulled up” to the surface with wear. That’s where the patina will come from.
Quilted Flight Jackets – $130.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($218)
The similar-to-the-Sussex but stylishly tweaked flight jackets. Notice the different collar, cuffs, and pocket layout.
Broken-in Cotton Oxford Shirts in Slim/Classic/Untucked/Tall – $53.70 w/ SHOPEARLY ($89.50)
Broken in oxford cloth which isn’t stiff or scratchy. One of their long-time bestsellers. Available in slim fit, classic fit, and yes even a tall template. Something to layer under sweaters, sportcoats, etc. A favorite basic button down.
Italian Tropical Wool Charcoal Glen Check Suit Separates – $359 ($746) 51% off
Tagged as an “early holiday deal.” No code needed here, and more than half off for one of their Ludlows in an interesting but still subtle and versatile pattern is quite nice. Tropical-weight wool from Italy’s Vitale Barberis Canonico should keep you cool during any out of whack HVAC “events”, and the color and pattern are appropriate for year round use. Sold as separates. Jackets are here, trousers are here.
Garment-dyed Field Jacket – $160.80 w/ SHOPEARLY ($268)
J. Crew’s take on iconic military field jackets. Really well reviewed. Garment dyed.
The 40% – 50% off select full price w/ SHOPEARLY deal is set to expire Tuesday 11/19/24.