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Browse all James Perse jackets & outerwear →Brushed Cotton Knit Jacket - Ivory
The verdict
Fit
Knit construction suggests a relaxed, unstructured cut typical of James Perse's contemporary line. Likely runs true to size with some give.
Quality
Brushed cotton with viscose and elastane is standard for this brand's knit jackets. Expect soft hand but modest weight—not a heavy outerwear piece.
Is the price fair?
Mid-tier price for a casual knit jacket. Fair for the brand's quality and execution, though the fabric blend is common at this price.
Best for
Someone seeking a lightweight layer for mild weather or indoor/outdoor transitions.
Care
Hand wash or gentle machine cycle to preserve the brushed finish and prevent pilling.
What owners report about James Perse jackets & outerwear
The most detailed owner review of a James Perse jacket — the brushed-fleece long jacket — praises the finish work: double seaming on the sleeves and shoulders, a partially lined front, and a warm, stretchy hand that wears more like a cardigan than a structured blazer. Brand-wide, longtime owners say the better pieces hold up well and stay comfortable, with several advising to favor the US-made garments over imported runs. The recurring complaint is value: even satisfied owners describe retail prices as several times what comparable basics cost and routinely advise waiting for sales.
- Strengths
- Owners consistently praise the soft, comfortable fabrics and genuinely careful construction on the better pieces — the jacket reviewer was impressed by the seaming and interior finishing.
- Watch out for
- Value at full retail is the constant complaint, and owners report quality varies by production run, with imported pieces and thinner fabrics drawing the most criticism.
- Sizing
- James Perse uses its own numeric sizing (0-4); owners report it maps predictably once converted — a 5'3" woman who usually wears a 4-6 fit her usual JP 2, and a 6-foot, 190 lb man fit a 3 (large).
About James Perse's jackets & outerwear line as a whole. Sources: Review James Perse Brushed Fleece Long Jacket - YouLookFab Forum · James Perse | Styleforum · James Perse - Worth the money? | PurseForum