Am I too young for JJill?

[Anonymous]

I'm 36 year old woman, fed lawyer, and mom. I'm 5'5" and about 150 lbs, size 8. My current work clothes- Ann Taylor, Lands End dresses, Banana Republic - are looking shoddy and worn. I'm looking to update my look some something comfortable, modern chic and work appropriate (think Eileen Fisher on a budget, with a touch of H&M) with a focus on machine washable clothes.

I've been haunting the JJill website and finding some things that I think look cool, but I'm hesitant to even go in the store and feel like I've aged 30 years! What say you, DCUM?

https://www.jjill.com/product/ponte-knit-boyfriend-jacket-131771-1?color=JRD
https://www.jjill.com/wearever-components

[Anonymous]

I’m 38 and was talking with a co-worker and said, “I feel myself becoming a Chico’s woman,” LOL.

Wear what’s comfortable and looks nice on you. I’m not even overweight at all but I just hate right clothing. I can deal with leggings and skinny jeans but I hate tops that are tight around the midsection because I hate when you see any line from where your jeans are at your waist. So I have been really into flowy tops and sweaters. I feel you. I honestly think as long as your clothes are in good condition and it looks like you made an effort to be put-together, I really don’t care what your style is!

[Anonymous]

I would say yes, however, I get what you're saying. It does look a little like Eileen Fisher on a budget. Why not get a few pieces? What I like about their stuff is that they have classic, neutral items.

Everything there is cut very big so keep that in mind.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'm 36 year old woman, fed lawyer, and mom. I'm 5'5" and about 150 lbs, size 8. My current work clothes- Ann Taylor, Lands End dresses, Banana Republic - are looking shoddy and worn. I'm looking to update my look some something comfortable, modern chic and work appropriate (think Eileen Fisher on a budget, with a touch of H&M) with a focus on machine washable clothes.

I've been haunting the JJill website and finding some things that I think look cool, but I'm hesitant to even go in the store and feel like I've aged 30 years! What say you, DCUM?

https://www.jjill.com/product/ponte-knit-boyfriend-jacket-131771-1?color=JRD
https://www.jjill.com/wearever-components

The items in the 2nd link will age the wearer instantly, the waistline is at an unflattering length. Why not try other brands like COS or Massimo Dutti?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m 38 and was talking with a co-worker and said, “I feel myself becoming a Chico’s woman,” LOL.

Wear what’s comfortable and looks nice on you. I’m not even overweight at all but I just hate right clothing. I can deal with leggings and skinny jeans but I hate tops that are tight around the midsection because I hate when you see any line from where your jeans are at your waist. So I have been really into flowy tops and sweaters. I feel you. I honestly think as long as your clothes are in good condition and it looks like you made an effort to be put-together, I really don’t care what your style is!

Yes!! Where else have you found flowy tops and sweaters that are plain and classic shapes? Under $50 price point?

[Anonymous]

I had never heard that style referred to as "menocore" until I read this article last year, but I've been an Eileen Fisher/JJill woman since my 30's. I'm also tall and from California so maybe that had something to do with it too, but it's just so much more comfortable. And I find it easier - I just buy a complete outfit or two every year and now at 54 yo I have a closet of great mix and match items - it's kind of like Garanimals for adults). Now I concentrate more on buying interesting accessories.

As PP mentioned, do try on the JJill stuff first because it does run very big - even more than Eileen Fisher.

https://www.racked.com/2017/10/18/16453412/menocore-wealth-age-eileen-fisher

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I'm 36 year old woman, fed lawyer, and mom. I'm 5'5" and about 150 lbs, size 8. My current work clothes- Ann Taylor, Lands End dresses, Banana Republic - are looking shoddy and worn. I'm looking to update my look some something comfortable, modern chic and work appropriate (think Eileen Fisher on a budget, with a touch of H&M) with a focus on machine washable clothes.

I've been haunting the JJill website and finding some things that I think look cool, but I'm hesitant to even go in the store and feel like I've aged 30 years! What say you, DCUM?

https://www.jjill.com/product/ponte-knit-boyfriend-jacket-131771-1?color=JRD
https://www.jjill.com/wearever-components

The items in the 2nd link will age the wearer instantly, the waistline is at an unflattering length. Why not try other brands like COS or Massimo Dutti?

I don't think my body type is built for COS or Massimo Dutti-- I'm a 34 D and apple shaped.

[Anonymous]

J Jill is for those who have given up. You're too young and thin to give up!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:I’m 38 and was talking with a co-worker and said, “I feel myself becoming a Chico’s woman,” LOL.

Wear what’s comfortable and looks nice on you. I’m not even overweight at all but I just hate right clothing. I can deal with leggings and skinny jeans but I hate tops that are tight around the midsection because I hate when you see any line from where your jeans are at your waist. So I have been really into flowy tops and sweaters. I feel you. I honestly think as long as your clothes are in good condition and it looks like you made an effort to be put-together, I really don’t care what your style is!

Yes!! Where else have you found flowy tops and sweaters that are plain and classic shapes? Under $50 price point?

Random places. I had a lot of things from the Limited. I’ve found some sweaters (last year) from Express that are loose fitting, yet actually drape in a way that doesn’t make me look big. Lilly Pulitzer has some cute cardigans and poncho wraps in solid colors (and I think today is the last day for their big sale, actually).

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I had never heard that style referred to as "menocore" until I read this article last year, but I've been an Eileen Fisher/JJill woman since my 30's. I'm also tall and from California so maybe that had something to do with it too, but it's just so much more comfortable. And I find it easier - I just buy a complete outfit or two every year and now at 54 yo I have a closet of great mix and match items - it's kind of like Garanimals for adults). Now I concentrate more on buying interesting accessories.

As PP mentioned, do try on the JJill stuff first because it does run very big - even more than Eileen Fisher.

https://www.racked.com/2017/10/18/16453412/menocore-wealth-age-eileen-fisher

Huh, I’ve never heard that, either — but I liked comfort shoes before they were cool, so it follows that comfort clothing would be my thing, too.

Oddly, I’m a short and chunky, but flowy, longer-line, neutral colors really suit me. Instead of making me look old, it makes me look young(er).

JJill is definitely hit and miss — i do better in summer than winter and they should just stop already with the garish florals.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:J Jill is for those who have given up. You're too young and thin to give up!

5’5” and 150 is not thin.

[Anonymous]

Not a question of age. More like, “Am I invisible enough for JJill?”.
Signed,
Someone who shops at Talbots, Soft Surroundings, Loft

[Anonymous]

I have a few JJill items (I'm 42, 5-5, 145-ish lbs). On the plus size, the colors and fabrics can be nice. On the minus side, it's all cut frumpily in a way that is not flattering. But, that's because I don't look good in flowy/loose styles becuase of how my weight is distributed (more pear than apple, short legs, longer torso). Since my midsection is thin, the flowy styles drown my better feature. But try it out yourself and see!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:J Jill is for those who have given up. You're too young and thin to give up!

5’5” and 150 is not thin.

It's on the higher end of normal BMI.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:J Jill is for those who have given up. You're too young and thin to give up!

5’5” and 150 is not thin.

Yeah I wouldn't characterize myself as thin. Average, teetering on the edge of overweight is a better characteristic of my body. I'm forever working on losing those last 10 lbs and, yes, I probably have "given up" on that mission. For now I'm happy as long as I don't go over 150. I definitely have problem areas that makes me choose a flowy top over a tucked in button down!