Saint James® for J.Crew striped sweatshirt

This Saint James sweatshirt is gorgeous. Major issues though. I bought the navy and the red. The red is more burgundy. Anyway they are so pretty. I’ve never written a review on an article of clothing and chosen the Runs Very Small section. This sweatshirt runs so small that even 2 sizes up was small. It sits at the waist and also shrinks in the wash another size or two! I am 5’8”, 130lbs and normally size small or 4-6. I ordered a large and still small, barely doable.. I tried it on before washing and after. It is such a pretty piece that I think they could fix some issues and the sweatshirt would be a hit. If I’m paying TOP dollar then I expect serious quality. I wanted to love it so much I ordered three different sweater sizes. :/

I was so excited to find a nice red color sweatshirt, but once I tried it on I was disappointed. I ordered a larger size after reading the reviews but even then it was too tight and uncomfortable. This item would only fit women with very boyish figures. If you are slightly curvy, skip it. If you have a large bust and small bottom, then it might fit but I can’t imagine horizontal stripes be very flattering on large busted women. This sweater almost seems irregular. I normally wear size 38 European and I’m 5.2”. Ordered this in a medium but it was too tight on the bottom and too roomy in the bust. If I go up one more size then the sleeves will be too long. Good quality but the fit is way off. I have other items in this brand that fit fine.

Got the pink. It is a lovely shade with blue undertone. Received many compliments. The material is nice and not bulky. Per other reviews, sized up to small. I might have sized up to a medium but wanted to take it on a trip.

Very small and short. Im afraid to wash it. I wanted it to be @ bit oversized except the xl size was actually not xl at all. The body is very short. Will hav3 to wear high waisted pants for sure

Per the reviews I sized up from my usual XS to a size S. The fit on me is a little bit loose but not baggy. The material is nice, medium weight with a super soft lining on the inside! The pink color is very pretty and I also like the little brand tag on the arm which I think adds to the luxe feel of the piece. Apart from that though, it's just a sweatshirt. Hard to justify the price, even with it being brand name but I like it so I'm going to keep it.

I’m a fan of this brand and this sweatshirt is well done. It does run small (not surprising as a French brand), so definitely size up. I sized up from my usual medium to a large and the fit is slouchy. The hip band is fitted and sits at the waist. Looks just like the model pics in second photo. Bought blue/white stripe and will wear with Saturday pants, toothpicks and shorts. Will work well for casual wear and travel.