Hey, I know this is probably not an answer for your dilemma, but in the past 2 days I have seen 2 jackets similar to the teal one you wanted. One was at the Lucky denim store, and one was in the Nordstrom fall mailer. (Not the catalog, just the promo mailer deal) I know they aren't as cute, but I thought I'd let you know, b/c this does look like it's going to be around a lot this fall.
Nordstrom one $98:
Lucky one $128:
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Thank you for thinking me. I think I am just going to give up on the $400 one because I can't pay that much money for a jacket. I am afraid I will grow to hate it once I had it because of the other stuff it kept me from buying. I really like those you posted.