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I just bought 4 of of the slim fit dress shirts in a large and they are too big. The mediums are too tight across the chest, I have a big chest. Can you tailor the cotton button up shirts? Any advice is apprecisted. Also finally got the Tori Dream Sweater, love it!!!!!

Im pretty sure my one friend who is really big busted buys a size too big and gets the lower part tailored. so yes, I think you can.


I caved in right before the 25% ended and picked up:
http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Wom...gory/accessories/belts/PRDOVR~21395/21395.jsp
in wild orchid
http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Wom...gory/accessories/belts/PRDOVR~21398/21398.jsp
in black
http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Wom...knitstees/noveltyknits/PRDOVR~21218/21218.jsp
dark charcoal
http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Wom...ry/sweaters/woolblends/PRDOVR~17829/17829.jsp
and:
http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Wom...sweaters/longcardigans/PRDOVR~18169/18169.jsp
in light berry
 
I have the icon trench in the light khaki. It's well made and I love the pleats on the back of the collar. I am 5'2 and it hits about an inch above the knees, which is ideal for me.
 
Why oh why didn't I buy the gray boulevard trench in a size 0P when they had it in stock???


oh no, I'm sorry you missed it!!!

BTW - your avatar is the cutest thing I've ever seen.
 
I just received the Station coat and I will be returning it. I am 5'4" with short arms and bought a petite. While the shoulders were the right width. The sleeves were 1/4-1/2 inch too short but the regular sleeves would be too long. The armhole opening was very large on my size. It should have been higher and tighter. The length hit mid thigh on me. The wool was quite nice and soft but didn't seem very thick.
 
I just bought 4 of of the slim fit dress shirts in a large and they are too big. The mediums are too tight across the chest, I have a big chest. Can you tailor the cotton button up shirts? Any advice is apprecisted. Also finally got the Tori Dream Sweater, love it!!!!!

I tailor mine, all the time! Usually, I have my tailor add extra darts in the back, at the waist, since that is where the shirts are biggest on me, but there are a few ways that a good tailor could take them in for you. It shouldn't be a problem.

And to the poster who asked about the Icon trench, I love mine!! I hesitated on buying it for a while, but I am so glad I did- I wear it almost every day. This is hands down the best fitting trench I've ever owned, and I've owned quite a few!
 
Thanks to all about the tailoring advice. I am on my way today to my trusty tailor. I honestly have was resigned to wear these shirts under sweaters. Doing the Happy Dance. I have to return my Tori dream sweater as it's too big. I love the look of the Professor Blazer but they don't sell it in Tall.
 
I tailor mine, all the time! Usually, I have my tailor add extra darts in the back, at the waist, since that is where the shirts are biggest on me, but there are a few ways that a good tailor could take them in for you. It shouldn't be a problem.

And to the poster who asked about the Icon trench, I love mine!! I hesitated on buying it for a while, but I am so glad I did- I wear it almost every day. This is hands down the best fitting trench I've ever owned, and I've owned quite a few!

This is great to hear! I couldn't resist the 208.00 price, and I just love the collar on this coat!
 
I got some more great sale items today and yesterday!

Apple dot cardi on sale for $59
Evie $19, Kelsey w/ dots $59 and some other silk tops on sale for $19
Tango tank for $29
Long sleeve ruffle tee for $19

Check out the sale sections! They were marking down tons of stuff today that arrived last month.
 
I blog on a different fashion site and one of the other girls blogging has a great one coming up about J.Crew and tailored clothing. Would it be appropriate to post this here when the blog goes up or is that against forum rules? I read the preview and it ties right in with this conversation here.
 
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