Thanksgiving weekend was my first time shopping here. Upon entering, I was struck by the airy, bright yet understated interior--in other words, a preppy paradise. J. McLaughlin offers clothing for men, women, and kids. I didn't see many kids selections in evidence, but the array of clothing and accessories for men and women was ample, and supplemented by a robust sale selection. My mom (shopping partner in crime) and I had fun leisurely perusing the racks. In fact, my mother, who has lived in the area for 15+ years, had never been inside this location of J. McLaughlin.
When it came to trying items on, Lynn, the sales associate, was very helpful in terms of placing my items in a fitting room and hunting down alternate sizes both in stock and via the store's computer. I found a couple of items, both on sale (!) that will transition nicely through the seasons. The Sophia Jersey dress in gold and navy is one that I can see pairing with boots and tights in the winter or a simple pair of nude heels in the warmer months. I also snapped up a lightweight cashmere cardigan in coral that promises to brighten the gloomiest of January days. The length is a little bit longer, which I like, and will work well even when the weather warms up. Will definitely be back here and plan to check out the Lake Forest outpost in between visits. read more