Blackwatch Plaid Turtleneck Dress (Sizes 12-16 tend to fit adult sizes between XS-L. I’m wearing a size 14 here, which probably fits like an adult medium.) / Leather Riding Boots (TTS. These are fantastic as well.) / Quilted Cocoon Coat (Size down one to two sizes! Runs very big. Here’s the wool version. I size down one size in that.) / Mark & Graham Suede Crossbody / Sunglasses (More affordable here and here.)

Aaaaand we’re finally here with a J.Crew Quilted Cocoon Puffer Coat review!

Here’s what you should know:

• It’s modeled after the wool Cocoon Coat. The Cocoon silhouette has been around since 2011, and for good reason. It’s wonderfully warm and oversized yet somehow flattering. It’s iconic, really! LOVE that J.Crew turned the classic wardrobe staple into a puffer coat. It’s truly perfect for this ultra casual year we’re having!
• It runs larger than the wool Cocoon Coat. I normally go one size down in the wool Cocoon Coat, but I needed to go two sizes down in the quilted one. It’s oversized to begin with, so don’t order your normal size!
• It’s filled with Primaloft, which provides a great deal of warmth. That said, it’s not a true winter coat. I would say that once temps drop into the 20s, I’ll be in a true puffer coat. (This is my favorite. Runs huge. Size down.)
• The collar is higher than the wool version. This is awesome for keeping the wind out.
• It has deep pockets. Really great when you want to be hands- or bag-free when running out. They fit my wallet, keys, phone, mask, sunglasses—all the essentials.
• It has a zipper. Again, nice for keeping the wind out.
• It’s machine-washable. HUGE. Just throw it in there. If you’re going to dry it a little—which you probably should—be sure to put a tennis ball into the dryer with it to maintain fluffiness.
• It comes in five colors and they’re all great. I love the hot pink, but the olive and navy are fantastic as well. And the yellow, while perhaps not as versatile as the others, just makes me happy. ;)

A+ from me!

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Blackwatch Plaid Turtleneck Dress (Sizes 12-16 tend to fit adult sizes between XS-L. I’m wearing a size 14 here, which probably fits like an adult medium.) / Leather Riding Boots (TTS. These are fantastic as well.) / Quilted Cocoon Coat (Size down one to two sizes! Runs very big. Here’s the wool version. I size down one size in that.) / Mark & Graham Suede Crossbody / Sunglasses (More affordable here and here.)

J.Crew Cocoon Coat (Go down one size. Here’s the Quilted Cocoon Puffer Coat. Go one to two sizes down in that one!) / Supersoft Leopard Sweater (Runs large. Size down. Check out the rest of the Supersoft line here.) / Velvet Leggings (The Commando pair is exceptional, too! Did I just say “exceptional”?) / Suede Booties (Also love the knee-high version.) / Soft Faux Leather Tote

This is definitely a favorite outfit as of late. I love J.Crew’s Supersoft line, and the new oversized leopard sweater is perfect. I would definitely recommend sizing down, as it does run on the roomier side, but I love that it covers your butt, thus allowing you to wear leggings with it. Give me all the comfy-cozy outfits for the remainder of this year! ;)

But the real hero here is the Cocoon Coat. I bought my first Cocoon back in 2011 when I was still living in New York, and it remains my favorite piece of outerwear ever. Here’s what you need to know:

$34.50 Camel Sweater Dress (Also available in black. It runs a bit big. I’m wearing a small here, but I wish I’d gone for the XS. J.Crew’s version here. Love the leopard one, too!) / Leather Riding Boots (50 percent off with code “VERYMERRY.” TTS, though I go up a half size in all riding boots so I can wear thick socks with them. These are fantastic as well.) / Similar Crossbody Bag (50 percent off with code “EARLY.” Leopard here.) / Plaid Scarf (Only $19.95! Three other patterns, all fantastic. Here’s J.Crew’s version.) / Emma’s Plaid Dress (Lucy was sleeping for most of these photos but this is hers! This is a great option, too.) / Emma’s Scalloped Boots / Mitch’s Birkenstock Clogs (Use code “KELLYCITY15” to take 15 percent off your first order!) / Mitch’s Plaid Shirt (Similar)

HUGE FAN of this sweater dress, which is currently on sale for $34.50. First, it’s a crazy good deal. Second, it’s ridiculously warm and soft. (No itch. It’s part of J.Crew Factory’s extra-soft yarn line!) Third, it can be worn multiple times per week if you simply switch up your scarf and shoe selection. 😉 It also comes in black! (Runs a little large. I ordered the small and probably should have gone down to the XS. Here’s the leopard version and “regular” J.Crew’s sweater dress.)

Other awesome deals:

• Leather Riding Boots: 50 percent off with code “VERYMERRY.” TTS, though I go up a half size in all riding boots so I can wear thick socks with them. (These are fantastic as well.)
• Similar Crossbody Bag: 50 percent off with code “EARLY.” (Leopard here.)
• Plaid Scarf: Only $19.95! Three other patterns, all fantastic. (Here’s J.Crew’s version.)

Pointelle Cable Cardigan Sweater / Button-Front Leaves Dress (Longer version here.) / Carlotta Boots / Sydney Crossbody Bag / Estate Cocoon Coat c/o

Do yourself a favor and sign up to be a Madewell Insider here right now! It’s free, and there are no gimmicks. (Really.) And once you do it, you’ll have immediate early access to the company’s Black Friday Sale, which is so good. Most products are 30 percent off, and these best-sellers are 50 percent off. Wild!

Here are some photos of the girls and me taking Noodle (Chicago hot dog) to the Chicago hot dog stand. (We did not let her eat one because it felt a little cannibalistic. 😜 Instead, she got some chicken-flavored doggy treats.)

Annnywhoooo. Let’s get to the point of this post!

Here are 15 Madewell purchases to consider:

Buffalo Check Shirt Jacket (Runs large, size down.) / Willa Ankle Boots (TTS. Also love the knee-high ones!) / Camera Bag / Newer Skinny Jeans Here and Here — Love these kickout crop jeans, though. They’d go great with the booties!

Wanted to feature the famous Buffalo Check Shirt Jacket today, as it tends to sell out quickly whenever J.Crew or J.Crew Factory bring it back. I’m also currently watching Schitt’s Creek (for the first time!) and it makes me feel like Stevie, which I like. 😜 (David just kissed Patrick, btw, and I’m dying; so cute. 😭)