Product Review: Maggie Double-Serge Jacket

Maggie double-serge jacket
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Item 99322
Regular $250.00

A big "thank you!" to FabulousFloridaMommy who shared with us her review of this {beautiful} jacket. The following is her product review:

Oh How I Adore My Maggie Jacket!

I recently purchased the Maggie Jacket in Camel because of its shape, and the basic, neutral color. I have been anxiously awaiting for J.Crew to make a flattering, classic piece in a NON- bright color, and this one fits the bill perfectly. The fabric is beautiful...it is called *Double-Serge Jacket*, so I am assuming it is the same fabric as the Double Serge Pencil Skirt that everyone has been raving about. The tailoring and quality on this jacket are impeccable, and the fit is reminiscent of my Herringbone Bella Jacket, but without the high collar. I love the inset waistband with the side tabs as well as the vertical pockets on the front of the jacket, as they give it an even more *feminine* feel.

Sizing: I purchased the size 4 after calling Customer Service for measurements…I am normally a 4 or 6 in J.Crew Jackets, as I sometimes size up to fit my broad shoulders, but the Maggie fits nicely on me in the 4 when wearing a tank, button down shirt, or thin sweater. However, I would have needed to size up to the 6 if I intended to layer or wear a thicker sweater underneath it. The jacket is longer on me than it is on the model in the picture…I am 5’4”, and it hits me at the hip, as described. The sleeves are long…they hit at my wrist when they are cuffed, and at the top of my thumb when they are not cuffed. The sizing of the Maggie seems to run consistent with the Andrea Jacket, Tulip Jacket, and Lucille Coat, if you are familiar with the fit and sizing on any of them.

I personally intend to wear the Maggie as a Blazer...I tried on the Madeline Double Cloth Coat as well as the Peacoat in my B&M on Sunday, and the Maggie is definitely NOT as heavy as either of them. The jacket can easily be dressed up or down, and is extremely versatile and flattering. I really do adore this jacket, and know for a fact that it will be my *go to* piece this Fall/Winter.

"Thanks!" again to FabulousFloridaMommy for her fabulous review of this lovely jacket. :) It's too bad this jacket is "Catalog/jcrew.com only" because I would love to see the different shades in person (especially the "deep yellow" and the "heather bright berry" colors).

What are your thoughts on the Maggie double serge jacket? Do you love it or would you leave it? Do you already own this jacket (or tried it on)? If so, what are your first-hand impressions (and would you recommend others to purchase it)? :)