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Wednesday, 3 December 2008

Product Review: Italian Houndstooth Greta Jacket

Posted on 21:10 by gaurav kumar
Italian Houndstooth Greta Jacket
Click here for product page
Item 96180
Regular: $375.00
Now: $225.00

I so love this jacket's "look". It is simply gorgeous- from its cute pattern to its swing shape.

Luckily for us, Cleo26 shared with us her review (in this post) of the coat. :)
I just received the Houndstooth Greta coat. The first word that came to mind when i tried it on was "retro." It is totally mod and could almost come out of the 60s were it not for the updated collar and its slender lines.

The color is just as it appears online -- bright, vibrant sweet potato and off white. The fabric is very soft; the details, including the buttons and back pleat, cute. It's a lightweight coat really, hitting just on the hips (well, at least mine). I expected it to be longer, would have preferred it longer and with a bit more swing.

I found it true to size, unless wearing a thicker sweater underneath, or if you have broader shoulders. I tried it on with a thick cardigan and found it a bit constraining. I will opt for the larger size which will give me more versatility, in addition to length. I wish J.Crew made in between sizes :) or would widen the shoulders in their jackets.

Anyway, the verdict is still out on this one. As cute as the coat is, it is very trendy (and bright!), and i rarely buy coats that i can't keep for years. Also, i've been eyeing the golden roses Renee, and may decide in favor of this one because of the more subdued colors and length even if it isn't as warm.
"Thanks!" to Cleo26 for sharing her great review with us! :)

What are your thoughts on the Italian Houndstooth Greta Jacket (do you like/dislike the style, design, fabric)? Are you considering or already have purchased this coat? Have you tried this coat on in-person? If so, please share with us your reviews too! :)

P.S. In case you are interested, mchesq (in this post) let us know that she found a similar looking (but also fabulous) coat (click here) in a slightly more neutral shade at Anthropologie.
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