I've attached some images here for reference: http://imgur.com/a/pmldk. With ample JCrew coupons floating around, I've rarely paid full price for an item there. That's not to say the Factory shorts are terrible, but I prefer the feel of the more luxe fabric and knowing that they will probably last longer. Whew! The price - Currently, the JCrew shorts are listed for $29.99 - 35.00 (depending on the color) while JCrew Factory has them for $16.00. The thinner fabrics are great for DC's humid summers too. Chino Short 5in Navy(size 8) Im so happy about these! Color offering - Most neutral colors are offered on both sites, but the color availability is not entirely the same. Important note, the sleeves have a wide knit, so its not that warm for a sweater cardigan. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. Nordstrom BP. Interesting! Anyway, Im happy to report if it shrank at all I didnt notice, or it wasnt significant. I was delighted to find out one opened up just 10 minutes away from Bensons and my moms houses, so I took advantage of that while we visited them. Join the Waitlist for Simply Put Together. But heres one last hurrah before I package it up for goodI LOVE HOW IT LOOKS! Also remember, Nordstrom has FREE shipping BOTH WAYS with no minimum purchase. So, even though I went shopping crazy the last month, I dont feel guilty about it. There is lots of room in the legs. The white one was even harder to let go of, because I knew I could remix the crap out of it. Old Navy Thank you for your support! I was surprised but glad to hear how much some of you enjoy these review posts! Please note, this is hand wash only. Nickel & Suede Earrings (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); 2011-2020 PUTTING ME TOGETHER, LLC. 100% cotton. That's an interesting point I hadn't considered! Thanks for this! Same material and origin - 100% cotton from Indonesia. are great. I used to live in NorCal where the summers could get beyond 100F and I can see where thinner shorts would come in handy. Apparently on this dress it doesnt matter. Even though the smudge came out easily, I dont want to worry about it. Might be a deal breaker for some of you! I tested this by wetting it in the sink, keeping the tag dry. when compared to the same size of the JCrew shorts. The pattern appears to be the same and the number of pockets is the same - I'd say that they both hit me at about the same place (I'm very petite so they might appear shorter on you). Comes in light grey, olive, ivory, and black. Im trying to order this in ivory also, which would mean I wouldnt need the white one above anyway. And since cleaning out my closet withmy new rulesI am trying hard to keep pieces that I just want to wear all the stinking time. Hefty material with lots of stretch, and not a bad price for good jeans while on sale. Gosh, I really love how this hangs! If you dont shop within a budget, I highly recommend it!) Wrinkles are from packaging; I didnt iron beforehand. I had quite a lot of room in my clothes budget that was unused from the year so far, and then recently selling some clothes boosted that up too. The fabric for the JCrew shorts is heavier and sturdier, giving the shorts more structure. Thanks for the tip! Happy to report there was no excessive wrinkling! The only issue I've had with Factory is that the hems come out, consistently, after the first wash. I think this is due to the fabric weight disparity that you mentioned! Theyre also lightweight, which Ive appreciated every time Ive worn them this summer. It's an easy enough fix but a real pain in the ass. I was certain sizing up to L would look strange around my shoulders, but nope. Amazon Womens Fashion I think the Factory shorts are more prone to wrinkles since the fabric is lighter. Roll Tab Sleeve Tunic(size M) LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE. I would personally not recommend white, as they seemed see-through in store. The Dark Wash is also on its way to my house because comfortable denim shorts are hard to come by for me. JCrew shorts. This means that when you shop through my links, I may earn a small commission, which helps make this blog possible. That was a lot of stuff, but they are all pieces Im extremely happy with. Sizing down to sz 4 improved the crotch area, but there was still excess material in the leg. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. You know what I mean? Overall, its a great pair of jeans. Even without coupons, the $15-20 dollar difference is well worth the investment. I machine washed it cold and air dried it, and Im happy to report it did not shrink. Zappos Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. I actually like the Factory shorts better because they are thinner! Comes in 8 colors. I don't have a dress code for work. First up are a couple pieces from J.Crew Factory. H&M. Wellp, like I said in the last post, here are some Old Navy and J.Crew keepers from vacation, plus an update on my last Nordstrom order, and a few more things I picked up. I'm another vote for preferring the Factory shorts. I have a pair in mint and am eyeing up grabbing a neutral pair. This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again. Maroon Cardigan(size S) Another long sought after find from my ongoing wish list! But again, perfect for San Diego. The denim feels sturdy, but very soft with a tiny bit of stretch. Its soft and comfy, and not super tight so you can layer long sleeves under it. Outside of white (and I don't wear white shorts bc they're too hard to keep clean), I don't see enough of a difference in the Factory vs regular shorts to warrant the extra $20. For reference, Im 56, usually 6 or S/M on top with a short torso, and 6/8 on bottom. ONs comes in light wash and a medium wash. UPDATE:Mixed Media V-Neck Tunic(size Medium Petite) WHAT HAPPENED TO THE WRINKLES? The fabric - This is the largest difference between the shorts and likely the reason for the price difference. I have experienced much flimsier fabric and more wrinkles from the Factory shorts, as well. For whatever reason, I have doubts that Ill actually wear the purple one that often, though it is possibly one of my favorite colors to wear and a color I have searched years for in tops (which is why I seldom wear that color). Again, there is room in the legs, though not as much as the J.Crew Factory Chino Shorts. Nordstrom Caslon This ones not heavy or sturdy like some gingham button ups. Its stretchy, a more medium weight jersey material, and drapes really well. Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful. This is my second wear of the Factory shorts but I'll definitely pay attention to that. What I love from Factory are the Boardwalk Shorts-- the elastic waist is so nice for summer, and the color range (and price point!) It would be better for summer or spring in most areas, but San Diego is seldom cold, so this will be great for fall/winter here too. If you disable this cookie, we will not be able to save your preferences. Nordstrom Updates + New Pieces Reviewed This one is hard to let go of. (Maybe I should be embarrassed or ashamed that I do that, but I really feel like if a store is gonna sell a shrinking shirt, I should not be responsible for that!) Remember, if you are looking for a slightly more structured chambray top try Old Navys version HERE. Its also a VERY great top and it did not shrink either. I lucked out and got them on crazy sale online! Shorts tend not to agree with me (in particular, my legs), but these are 5 with a wonderfully comfortable loose fit. I believe I got the JCrew shorts for about $20 dollars. Paige Skinny Jeans(size 29) THESE JEANS ARE THE BOMB. I cant tell you how long Ive been looking for a navy gingham top, and I have been eyeing ones at J.Crew Factory for many seasons. Swing Dress(size L) I talked about this earlierHERE, but to reiterateheart eyes all around. More importantly, the 9 rise was slightly too high for me. Old Navys Sweetheart cut tends to be for those of us with curvier hips. That said, Ive decided to return both of them, even though I actually LOVE both. It is sooooo white and white + stain absorbent isnt great for baby rearing. UPDATE:Washed Chambray Shirt(size L) In my last review (HERE) I mentioned concern about wrinkling given that its rayon, not chambray. They look very comfy, I'll keep them in mind for next time. Hopefully youre finding pieces you absolutely love as well! Sweetheart Denim Shorts5(size 6) I feel like I struck gold by finding another pair of comfortable shorts, especially denim. J.Crew Factory We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website. I acquired the pink shorts last year and the mint and khaki shorts just couple weeks ago. In my opinion, the Factory shorts run a little larger (or possibly stretch out more?) Navy Gingham(size S) Lightweight and perfect fit! I have admired items online here for years but was usually hesitant to order because I was unfamiliar with sizing. I think I had a wrinkle problem last time because I ironed it and threw it on my bed without letting it cool completely. These are the Spokane Wash. Since many of my rayon garments have shrunk in the past (annoying!) Care instructions - They both have easy care instructions and have survived my washing machine and dryer. The pic above was taken after several hours of wear around the house. It drapes SO WELL that its okay thats long because the nice drape means it half-tucks nicely. At this point I wouldnt have paid full price for them, but if they hold up and impress me over time that tune will change. Prices go up on Monday, August 3rd. Also, the brick and mortar store is 20-25 minutes from my house, so returns wouldnt be easy. Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings. Its the LAST FEW DAYS of the Nordstrom Sale! Comes in 4 great colors! And thank you, Nordstrom Sale, for lowering the price to $119 for my foray into the world of designer jeans. J.Crew Factory Maroon is in and out of being sold out, so you might get lucky and catch it when people return it. Maybe? Minor details - The JCrew shorts have a button on one of the back pockets, they have wider belt loops and a longer hem length. Also, the J.Crew Factory and Old Navy ones items were all 50-60% off retail in store! You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings. For the grey pair I had problems with excess material all over, particularly the leg and crotch. It being ivory and polyester instead of white and rayon should be better at hiding stains. I find that this length is great for work since it's long enough to be appropriate but short enough to still allow breathing room. And this ones cheaper. I live in Seattle now so this wasn't really a concern for me anymore. I have a mix of 4" chino shorts from both JCrew and Factory and decided to write a review for them. The regular J crew ones are sometimes heavier than what I want to wear for summer. If you wanted to place an order, youd better get on it! But in lighter colors I would opt for the regular ones even though I haven't had a problem with sheerness with the Factory ones. Just not for me because. Diana Stretch Skinny Jeans(size 4 & 6) I reviewed these in grey sz 6 last time. This is so super duper long that I never thought itd look good on me, but I tried it anyway. I still havent gotten the hang of taking accurate jean selfies (strange angles dont always capture how good/bad they look), but these are the jeans that make me feel like the best possible version of myself. LOFT Returns are realllyyyyyy easy because you dont have to go in-store! I'm sure I'll never get around to fixing them if that were to happen :/. Nordstrom Lush Both S and M looked awkward on me, fitting my shoulders but being a little short and not having quite enough fabric to drape well. I was concerned that the material would absorb stains easily, as I saw a small smudge on it already. Theres a 4 Chino Short HERE in fun colors like coral and turquoise, though Im not sure if the fit is the same. (I personally find shopping within a budgetfreeing, not confining! I wear a 00. This time I let it cool nice and flat, then wore it. The pink colored shorts are from JCrew and the mint and khaki colored shorts are from Factory. 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