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Madewell vs Old Navy
Madewell
21 positive (81%) · 2 mixed (8%) · 3 negative (12%)
Trust + time weighted: +71%
Top excerpts
Madewell usually has a good deal on bags/shoes.
Depends on your style and budget, but I usually order from Uniqlo, huckberry, j Crew, madewell
elevated jewelry (I like Madewell for this)
They used to have cute dresses and tops and now the quality has gone dramatically down and prices still super high for basically polyester. None of the dresses this year are cute they just look like sacks on made of polyester. Beyond their jeans it’s just over priced.
Brands that generally sell well are current and trending: Banana Republic, Madewell
Old Navy
46 positive (74%) · 3 mixed (5%) · 13 negative (21%)
Trust + time weighted: +58%
AI summary — not a quote
Old Navy is widely regarded as a go-to brand for affordable basics, maternity wear, and specialized sizing like tall and long inseams. While it is praised for its value and specific items like cotton sweaters and linen blends, users frequently note trade-offs in fabric durability and sizing consistency.
Pros
- Excellent value for budget-conscious shoppers, especially during sales.
- Strong selection of tall, long-inseam, and maternity sizes.
- Reliable source for workwear basics and athletic gear.
- Good entry-level brand for testing new styles before investing in premium pieces.
Cons
- Inconsistent fabric quality; some items like joggers are reported as very thin.
- Susceptibility to shrinkage after washing, particularly with shirts.
- Sizing issues in specific lines, such as curvy or postpartum denim where waist-to-thigh ratios may not fit well.
- Style palette is often described as limited to boring or neutral colors.
Top excerpts
My 2 favorite stores are American Eagle and Old Navy so I’ve gotten some stuff on sale there.
one I got from Old Navy lasted me about ten times longer.
My favorite sweaters in the last few years have been from… Old Navy! I recently got a 100% cotton oversized cardigan from them and as I’m traveling in the southern hemisphere (it’s winter here) I’ve worn it almost every day this month. It’s washed well.
Old Navy. I love their basics and the fact that they have petite sizing!
Old Old Navy is SO good. I have a 100% cotton ON denim button down dress I thrifted with hidden buttons to ensure no gapping at the top. With pockets!! They just don’t make them like they used to.