This post contains affiliate links and Corporette may earn commissions for purchases made through links in this post. Plus, they seem fairly likely to stand the test of time so even if I dont wear them much now . Learn about the Lyst app for iPhone, iPad and Android. Cole Haans run small in heels, true to size in their more open-toed, relaxed, loafer like shoes, in my experience. Im pretty straight up & down 57, 115lbs. I hope you dont have my same problem and are able to snap up a good bargain, but I think they run small, and, particularly in patent leather, are very unforgiving. . Do you mind if I ask what your body type is? Now you have me worried. I got a lovely dark blue velvet blazer from JCrew its called the schoolboy blazer, available in regular and petite. Jackson fit pants have a little extra fabric in the butt and thigh areas, so theyre less fitted in the hips and thighs. Not really sure why. Thanks! The wool Jackson fit me slightly loosely (compared to the mostly cotton version) for some reason. Glad they arent discontinuing them. 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I dont think those would work in most offices. If you decide get the gray, which is lovely, just get some stain protector & treat them before you wear. All rights reserved. We sell gently used items with proceeds benefitting our Prison Ministry and Aftercare Program. Agree with this, I can only wear the Martins. I much MUCH prefer horizontal pockets, or none at all. Four pocket styling. Ive really only had success with the Martin fit, I thought Jackson was for a straighter shape. Will definitely try out! One of Nina Louies friends emailed me and asked me to reach out to friends who might become potential donors. And several of the colors have matching suit jacket (I have both black & grey). I registered for the program back in college and will work to set up a drive locally. Lovely. I was surprised by the quality of these pants. http://www.6pm.com/enzo-angiolini-zebby-black-suede. For more details seehere. Sidebar advertising and affiliate links are used on this site and often generate commissions. Follow my sho, On ElleBlogs.com: reviewing a classic and contempo, On ElleBlogs.com: an Alice + Olivia Sweater Dress, On ElleBlogs.com: reviewing an affordable tent dre. All rights reserved. @ c2 I have had fairly good luck with this brand in the past. Im excited. Care: Dry clean only. Im 54 with a long rise and no waist. On ElleBlogs.com: sweater tees I belive you are correct. I am a pear with a long torso and the Jackson fits me well. BR Addict, you have me confused. Those are my favorite pants; it is great to see they apparently are back. On a more solemn note. I am hippy in the physical, not political sense, and I find them to be very flattering. I dont think those would work in my office, or any office Ive worked in, even for biz caz. These pants in petite look somewhat cropped on 52 me; those on the cusp of average height should consider the pants in regular length. I know, I hate pants! I look better in pants. I stand corrected no suit jacket to match the winter wool flannel trouser, but BR also has this cut in the lightweight wool, which does match the lightweight wool suit jackets. We check over 450 stores daily. How to Support a First-Time Stay-at-Home Dad, How to Plan Dinner at the Very Last Minute, What to Buy First in the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale This Year. For example, when people say designer jeans have a fabulous fit, that only makes sense if they fit you at allwhich they dont for me. I was told sometime in the summer that they were discontinuing that fit, which made no sense to me because it was the only one that was curvy and surely ALL women dont want slim fitting pants. Fit: Best for someone with muscular/thicker legs and proportionately smaller waist. http://www.bostonstore.com/shop/shoes/boot-shop/rampage-bronx-platform-boot_325582.html. Corporette is a Registered mark in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Hook and bar closure. Kat Griffin is the founder, publisher, and editor-in-chief of Corporette. . I could be nitpicking because the fit of the pants reviewed below was more than adequate and the material on par with the price but there is just something so inherently stale about these designs. I have been wearing Cole Haans for about 20 years. I feel almost exactly the same. Crew! Love. Banana Republic is a mainstream luxury clothing retailer owned by The Gap, Inc. Theyre the go-to spot for classic yet fashion-forward business attire. My midsection/hips are slightly too narrow for the design but I can see this flattering someone with a curvier shape. 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Ive read conflicting reports on sizing and was wondering if any of you fine Corporettes had firsthand experience with the shoes/how they run size-wise/if they stretch? So, back in April, I embarked on a journey to find great work pants but find myself dragging my feet in getting started. It always helps :). . Also, what cold-weather flat shoes would go with these? Belt loops; zip fly. Care: Machine Washable. Great deal!! All thats required initially to determine compatibility is a cheek swab and while there is risk to being a marrow donor (FAQ here), I like to think we all would choose to save a life if given the choice. I have one pair of CHs in a different style, and I was able to make a 7 work well (I really thought they ran small), but in the Air Miranda, I stepped out of the 7 when I walked and the 6.5 sqeezed so much I just couldnt keep them. Ive tried the Martin fit and the main issue is the rise- its just too low to fit me right. Must. It could just be inconsistent sizing but if you are between sizes, you might try the next size down in the wool version. I saw this in the store over the weekend and could barely resist (the blue is called darkest indigo but in person, to me, it was much more blue than black): http://www.jcrew.com/womens_feature/NewArrivals/jacketsblazers/PRDOVR~29928/99102153048/ENE~1+2+3+22+4294967294+20~~~0~15~all~mode+matchallany~~~~~velvet%20jacket/29928.jsp, http://www.talbots.com/online/browse/product_details.jsp?id=prdi25420&mode=search&prdi25420_selectedColor=0916&prdi25420_userAction=colorSwapSelection§ion=Regular&prdi25420_colorIndicator=regularColor&backurl=%2Fonline%2Fsearch%2FsearchResults.jsp%3Fquestion%3Dsociety%2Bblue%26trail%3D%26pageNum%3D0%26addFacet%3DSRCH%253Asociety%2Bblue%26removeFacet%3D. . / United States Dollar $. Thank you so much for your support! Jubilee is a 501 C 3 Non-Profit Organization. Copyright 2022 Elle Blogs. That said, I have no idea what industry youre in, etc. Touted as curve-loving, the Jackson fit pants run generously through the pant leg and flare out slightly at the hem. Any ideas? Great fit, as expected from BR Jackson. The issue is that Im anywhere from 10.5-11 and the pair they have left is 10.5. I can wear the martin pants, but I need to size up and then have them altered in the waist. I dont like side pockets either but my solution is to either a) leave the seams in or if thats not an option, to b) have them cut our/sewn shut. For more, you can read this WSJ article about why South Asian patients have a more difficult time finding a donor. Wide-leg Pant In Bi-stretch Cotton - White, Drapey Viscose-blend Twill Pant - Natural, Cashmere Classic-fit Crewneck Sweater - Pink, Women's Brown Factory Jackson-fit Slim Ankle Pant. My wool flannel suit (from J.Crew) is my absolute favorite, and I wish I owned 10 of them! Needless to say, the Heritage Skinny Ankle Zip Pant didnt make the cut for me. Fit: Best for someone with average to slim legs and proportional midsection. Their sizes are consistent, but as a loyal Jackson wearer, Im always bummed when I try on the Martin cut. I have similar fitting pants from Ann Taylor and the issue for me is unsightly bunching in places due to the shapelier nature of my legs. Are these shoes okay around the office (in dark grey)? Supposedly the Jackson is for those who are curvy more butt, ample thighs, etc. I have relatively long legs (33 inseam) and a fairly flat bum :-(. Must be the shoe gods telling me to look elsewhere :). Im sure these would look great on me, if only they were not pants. I hope they fit well, I have wider calves, but usually 15 inch boots just fit me and these are 15.5inches! I dont think they are interchangeable at all. Up next, J. They got me started shopping at Old Navy. I do on occasion receive vendor/brand sponsorship for mentioning their products and services. Sales. Just bought those Enzo boots thanks to this thread. Threadjack I need to find a blue velvet/velveteen blazer, but cant seem to locate one. sorry bought the lightweight wool pantsonly $80 http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=34756&vid=2&pid=779418. I have never worn the jackson fit before. So, probably not a good choice for work. In almost all brands I wear a 6.5. Where do you work? http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/blazers/noveltyblazers/PRDOVR~29928/29928.jsp, Also some on ebay, look under eden blazer jcrew. Thanks C! And, for the price, unless I am not seeing something, its hard to see how you can go wrong, so I will probably pull the trigger before the end of the day (they come in reg. Maybe Ill try it again! 1 review with comments. IMO, if you can pull of one, you cant manage the other very well. I am between sizes in Cole Haans. Self. The success of a transplant is contingent upon finding a donor with matching Human Leukocyte Antigens (HLA) to the recipient. Oy, now Ive talked myself into it! Personally, I think they are too slouchy for the office. http://www.6pm.com/gabriella-rocha-bree-2-black-leather. Skirts rule! Ha ha! Funny you say that I am curvy and the Jackson cut looks awful on me. Our history for this product shows that its average price is $19.99. The Jacksons look like they were made for another species altogether when I try them on. I have these in my cart at 6pm & think that they would probably work in just about any office in which boots are acceptable. Thanks to both of you for the input! I didnt decide to keep them because I wasnt blown away by the design and may have considered them in another color but alas, black is the only color this style was made available in this season. Not enough space between the skirt and my big boobs makes my not fat tummy look VERY pouchy, etc. . I own no boots and I am on the market for a pair. Just easier to deal with skirts for me. Was just in the big flagship Banana in San Francisco, and will say that what they have is great looking and the fabrics are beautiful. Same here. I have had most success with Halogen and Classiques Entier pants at Nordstrom, and the Editor pant at Express (but go up a size, otherwise youll look hoochie). Can I ask what body shapes you ladies have and which fit works better on you? I thought BR was discontinuing their Jackson pants? TIA! . Fit: Best for someone with muscular/thicker legs and proportionately smaller waist. Style: Jackson Fit Lightweight Wool Flare Color: Black/Navy Fabric: 95% wool, 5% elastane. Theyre the only pants that fit my big butt and thighs properly without any alterations. Fit: Best for someone with an ample behind and rounder thighs. Ive found I can go one size down in Jackson, but that might be body-specific. Click below to be notified when new items are posted at lower prices: 1 review total They got me started shopping at Old Navy. I guess they got enough protests to change the plan.