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(based on 39 ratings)
Brand:Chadwicks
Located in:SPECIAL SIZES, PETITE, Jackets & Blazers
A versatile classic no wardrobe should be without. Imported.

  • Single-breasted with a new, more shaped fit
  • Flap patch pockets
  • Button detail at sleeve vents
  • Polyester/rayon/spandex; Dry clean

Petites 21 ½” long
Product Reviews Summary
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
3.4 stars
(based on 39 ratings)
75% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Attractive design(33), Breathable(5), Comfortable(19), Durable(8), Stylish(4)
Best Uses:
Casual wear(21), Going out(17), Office(29), Office meetings(23), Travel(14)
Describe Yourself:
Classic style(27), Comfort-oriented(14), Midrange shopper(26), Stylish(21), Trendy style(3)
 
I liked the jacket
By No nicknameVerified Purchaser from Rapid City, SD on 10/19/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Durable
Best Uses:
Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Loved the color!

 
Perfect
By JanVerified Reviewer from Bradenton, FL on 10/19/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Stylish
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This jacket is a perfect fit and perfect material. I just wish it came in more colors like the linen jackets.

 
Too much whiz and not enough bang
By PrincessVerified Purchaser from Chesapeake, VA on 10/16/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels too short
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Breathable
Cons:
Poor Color, Poor Design
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Office
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Stylish
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

To look at this item in your magazine puts you in the mind of "OK, I would wear this with.....". Then get it in the mail and WHAT will you wear with it is the question. When I received it the color didn't look ANYTHING like it looked in the magazine. I did find something to wear it with though, thanks to other clothes I purchased from you and had absolutely nothing to wear them with.

 
A Nice Cut
By NoneVerified Purchaser from Texas on 10/14/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I like this, but this was my third or fourth choice in color and was a second order. The first time, I ordered my usual size and it was too small but in my first color choice. I ordered the red and it isn't exactly the shade I expected. It's not a bad color, just different than expected.

 
Black and White Blazer
By Southern comfortVerified Purchaser from Houston, TX on 10/12/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Too constricting
Best Uses:
Going Out, Office
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I liked the look of this jacket, but it is very uncomfortable. I wear 6P and is it a real challenge to find clothes. This jacket had no wiggle room and made me feel binded and uncomfortable. I will try another one just in case it could be the fabric.

 
Love it but runs way too small!
By ShopsalotVerified Reviewer from MA on 10/10/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Great Color
Cons:
Irregular Size
Best Uses:
Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic, High-end shopper, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I wear a 4p. It was too small in this jacket, so I ordered a 6p. It wasn't any larger than the 4p. I have to return both; I hope they reimburse my postage.

 
True to catalog/internet pic.
By CandyVerified Purchaser from Weymouth, MA on 10/9/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Stylish, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I think all Chadwick top items run small.

 
Order extra big
By shopaholicVerified Purchaser from Newburgh, NY on 10/9/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Sleeve Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design, Stylish
Cons:
Not true to size
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

This is a really nice jacket, but I ordered a size larger than normal, and it was still too small. I wanted to reorder it in a bigger size, but it was no longer available in the color I wanted. Other than the size issue, it's a very nice product.

 
Love the classic look
By TKVerified Purchaser from Kettering, Ohio on 10/8/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The size 10 is comparable to other Chadwick jackets that are a size 6

 
My favorite blazer!
By BarbVerified Purchaser from Wisconsin on 10/8/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Breathable, Comfortable, Durable, Perfect fit, Stylish, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings, Travel, Versitile
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical, Professional, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I wear this blazer to work, out to eat, to church, etc. It has become my favorite in my closet of many! I may order more colors. It is very professional as well. I love the material and the color.

 
I love it, but it runs small
By JulieVerified Purchaser from Denver, CO on 10/7/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Versatile
Best Uses:
Going Out, Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I'm not happy that I had to order it twice because it isn't true to size. I usually am satisfied with size 4 jackets from Chadwick's but had to order this one again in a size 6, [...] So, it didn't end up a great value.

 
Very cute!
By MKVerified Purchaser from Washington State on 10/7/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Going Out, Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great petite size -- sleeves and length are perfect. Very stylish. I wear it over dresses to the office.

 
Color not what expected
By MaxVerified Purchaser from Timonium, MD on 10/7/2008
Pros:
Comfortable
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Office
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Could wear to office or with jeans. Liked the blazer but not the right color

 
Disappointed
By DisappointedVerified Purchaser from Mississippi on 10/6/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I wear a 6 petite, but I ordered an 8P. It was too small in the shoulders. Very disappointed.

 
good quality, would buy again
By CherylVerified Purchaser from Hamburg, AR on 10/3/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

casual wear, love the fit and the quality

 
Nice Blazer
By zskiberryVerified Purchaser from Wisconsin on 10/3/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Durable, Nice fabric
Best Uses:
Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-oriented
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I like the style of the blazer because of the seaming...it is not "baggy" like other blazers I have tried, but looks very neat and stylish.

 
size is not true
By kathyVerified Purchaser from two harbors, minnesota on 10/2/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length

I always order petite 4 but this blazer I
couldn't even button. the size wasn't true

 
Looks great & would buy again
By WSVerified Purchaser from Stamford, CT on 10/1/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Durable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I like the jacket so much that I'm thinking about ordering other colors. I've worn it to the office and with jeans.

 
Order Larger!
By NoneVerified Purchaser from Texas on 10/1/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Versatile
Best Uses:
Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical, Stylish

I had to send the original back it was at least one size too small! [...]

 
I Really Like This!
By Grammy24Verified Purchaser from Rhode Island on 9/30/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels too long
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Office, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-oriented, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Being 4'10", it isn't often I find something that I feel was "made for me", but I found it in this jacket.

 
Great fit.
By BobickVerified Purchaser from Paradise, CA on 9/30/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I will wear it primarely for work, buy also going shopping, also going to lunch or dinner.

 
Loved the fit. Slimming.
By AMIVerified Purchaser from Springfield, PA on 9/30/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Breathable, Comfortable, Durable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish, Trendy
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Office or Casual. Great fit. Slimming.

 
I liked it so much, I will buy another.
By MeepVerified Purchaser from Appleton Wisconsin on 9/30/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Breathable, Comfortable, Durable, Versatile, Warm
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

color and style are great. I can wear with jeans or with dress slacks. Just a great look...

 
The Essential Blazer
By Laurie the convenience shopperVerified Purchaser from Chicago, IL on 9/24/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile
Cons:
Very small for size
Best Uses:
Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Not only is this blazer sized too small, but it's very inconsistent. I bought a blue check and a brown. The blue check was much smaller than the brown, and they were both the same size. When it fits, it's a real nice blazer, but buy 2 sizes larger than usual for yourself, especially if you get the blue.

 
Good quality, timeless style & fit.
By PammeVerified Purchaser from Salem, OR on 9/24/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Breathable, Comfortable, Durable, Versatile, Warm
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I can wear these blazers for dress functions and for casual functions.

 
label size 8 turned out to be size 4
By RN,CCMVerified Purchaser from Grapeland RX on 9/24/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-oriented, Practical, Stylish, Trendy
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I have shopped Chadwixks for MANY years and have almost never been disappointed....I bought two, one fit perfectly the other was AT LEAST two sizes smaller.
I would love to have the balck and red hounds tooth if it were truly a size 8

 
pretty blazer
By lightsVerified Purchaser from Illinois on 9/24/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

the material is beautiful I went up a size just to be sure and it is still snug although I wear medium if purchased here in our town.

 
Disappointed -- again.
By grammaVerified Purchaser from Tennessee on 9/23/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I purchased two of these blazers, one solid and one plaid. I've always ordered 10P blazers from Chadwick's and never had a problem before. The solid 10P blazer fit perfectly, as always. The plaid blazer was at least 2 sizes too small. I gave it to my daughter who wears a 6P. It fit her. I then ordered a 12P and when it arrived it was slightly too large, as I would expect a 12P to be. Can't win. I'm just about at the point of not ordering from Chadwick's any more. Too many disappointments.

 
Nice, contemporary cut
By Collingwood CatsVerified Purchaser from Alexandria, VA on 9/23/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Comfort-oriented, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Great updated cut. Chadwick jackets are always great bargains!

 
Nice jacket but snug
By Leah97Verified Purchaser from Los Angeles on 9/23/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Best Uses:
Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Nice jacket, but it is a little tight.

 
great jacket . . . but runs small
By doofusVerified Reviewer from Tennessee on 9/20/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels too long
Pros:
Attractive Design
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Office
Describe Yourself:
Classic
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I am petite so I prefer short jackets. This one is very nice, but does run a size too small. I usually wear a 14P but had to order a 16P & it fits perfectly. The sleeves are too long, but I can fix that myself.

 
Great jacket. Cut too small
By BobbiVerified Purchaser from Randallstown, MD on 9/18/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Not normal sizing
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

This item is not well cut. My usual size is 10P and this item was way too small.

 
Too small at the waist!
By cookieVerified Purchaser from coarsegold, ca on 9/16/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Best Uses:
Formal Occasions, Going Out
Describe Yourself:
Comfort-oriented, Practical
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Previously I ordered size 12Petite in a jacket. It fit perfectly! This size 12Petite was way too small around the waist! There was at least a 4" gap!
I took it to my neighbor who weighs 50 lbs less than I do...It fit her perfectly!!!

 
Runs small
By tinableap from PA on 9/10/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Best Uses:
Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic

This blazer runs very small. I am returning it, hoppefully a bigger size will fit.

 
NOT RECOMMENDED
By grammaVerified Purchaser from Tennessee on 9/9/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design
Cons:
Sizing is wrong on some
Describe Yourself:
Classic
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I ordered two of these blazers. The solid color blazer was perfect. I have always worn a 10P from Chadwick's and it fit perfectly as always. The plaid blazer was a whole other story. A size 10P, it barely went around me. It was too tight and too short. Felt more like a 6 than a 10. I have ordered a 12P (since no Misses 10 was available) and HOPE it fits. I'm having so many sizing problems with Chadwick's clothes lately I really hesitate to buy anything.

 
Cool addition
By beachnicVerified Purchaser from Virginia on 9/9/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

The blazer is advertised as black, but it's more grey. I kept it because it's versatile, depending on the top or blouse and jewelry.

 
Loved the fit of this blazer!
By KarenVerified Purchaser from Chattanooga, TN on 9/5/2008
Chest Size:
Feels true to size
Length:
Feels true to length
Sleeve Length:
Feels true to length
Pros:
Attractive Design, Comfortable, Versatile
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Office, Office Meetings
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I loved the fit and cut of this blazer. I am 5'2" and the length of the Petite 10 fits me really well--sleeve length and length overall. My one negative comment is about the color. I chose the dark red and I would not call it a dark red. More a medium red, but that is a small quibble since I still love the jacket and may buy another one in a different color. The blazer is cut to fit to the body and it looks wonderful. I also like the fabric which is a good weight and not too thin. I will wear it with skirts/slacks for work and with jeans for casual going out.

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Small, Small, Small
By Blazer ClaireVerified Purchaser from Belfast NY on 9/4/2008
Chest Size:
Feels too small
Length:
Feels too short
Sleeve Length:
Feels too short
Pros:
Attractive Design, Durable
Best Uses:
Casual Wear, Going Out, Office, Office Meetings, Travel
Describe Yourself:
Practical, Stylish
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

I've ordered several blazers from Chadwick's and they all fit perfectly EXCEPT for this one. Had to return it and order a larger size, as it was not a true fit - plus my weight has not changed so it's not me it's the blazer. Once I received the larger size, I love it! What happened???

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Disappointed
By PalomaVerified Purchaser from Houston, TX on 9/3/2008
Cons:
Poor Material
Describe Yourself:
Classic, Stylish
Bottom Line:
No, I would not recommend this to a friend

I ordered the blazer in black, chocolate and red. I was very anxious to receive them; however, when they arrived, I was very disappointed. The material looked faded on all three blazers. In the catalog, the red blazer looked like it was a deep red; however, when I received it, the color looked more like a coral.

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