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Stitch Fix Review!

*note- this post is not sponsored by stitch fix and i am not affiliated with them in any way. i just really love this company and this idea.**

Hey y'all! I have a new Stitch Fix Review today!

So I was supposed to wait until April...but I had some credits thanks to y'all signing up via my link (THANK YOU!) and I decided to get one this week.

I really need to up the "chic factor" before I move to Italy.

Disclaimer: The self pics in this post are BAD. Bad lighting, background distractions, ocean themed shower curtain, and 2 cute babies.

But that's real life here. No perfection. :)

Okey dokey. In cased you missed it, here is a summary/overview of what Stitch Fix is about.

And here is another Stitch Fix post I did.

I'm feeling lazy today so I'm not going to go into an in depth review of how it works.

You can click on those links to find out! :)

I asked for pieces that would be good for my brother's wedding next weekend.

And I have to say that this was the best fix yet.

 

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A few tips

1. be specific when you review each piece you were sent. WHY you liked it, WHY you didn't like it.

2. if you love a stylist request them, and they will be your permanent stylist. jen is the BEST in my opinion. :)

3. start a pinterest board for your stylist. i pin color combos to mine, outfits i like on the stitch fix blog, and outfits i like on stitch fix review posts i find on blogs. I also pin things i like on the stitch fix instagram feed.

** that's why I have decided to keep blogging my fixes. i hope to take clear photos of each item every month and label them clearly.that way you can pin them if you want them in your fix!

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Okay. here goes. I LOVED my fix the moment I opened the box. I had a really good feeling.

The colors and patterns were fresh and chic and that's what I wanted to see.

Item One- Poplar Pintuck Blouse.

Lucy liked this one. BAHAH! But seriously- i LOVE it. Loved it in the box, loved it on the hanger, loved it on me.

Jimmy loves it too, so it's a winner. Kept it.

 

Item Two- Ivy Tulip Print Tab Sleeve Blouse

ADORE. Love navy. Love the tulip print. No brainer. Kept it.

Item 3- Jakai Water Color Floral Print Dress

I wasn't sure about this one before I tried it on. But oh do I love it. The subtle peplum is fantastically flattering.

It needs to be taken in a bit in the chest (hence my awkward pose/pinching the fabric behind my back) but it's adorable.

And something I never would have chosen. A keeper.

 

Item 4- Batik Dot Scarf

Great spring scarf. Soft, love the batik with the dots.Kept it.

 

Item 5- Rocco Faux Wrap Tank Dress

I knew I was in trouble the moment I saw this one. Favorite color, Favorite silhouette. Had to add a tank b/c it's a bit low cut.

The material is very clingy so it needs smoothing shapewear underneath.

Kept it.

So...yeah. A Stitch Fix holy grail. I kept the entire box. The 25 percent discount is amazing.

There you go! If you have any questions, as always, ask in the comment section and I'll answer there.

Oh, and if you need a referral, here's my link.

Please feel free to leave your referral link in the comments if you'd like someone to use it!!!

And yeah...since I'm keeping it real, here's a photo of what it's like trying to take selfies in my house.

BAHAHAHAH!

Happy Tuesday, y'all!

xoxo

S

March Stitch Fix Review!

*note- this post is not sponsored by stitch fix and i am not affiliated with them in any way. i just really love this company and this idea.**

This was my second month receiving a Stitch Fix box and I have to say that the improvements were visible.

In case you didn't see my post last month, here's a little overview that I shared.

 

Blurb from the website:

Stitch Fix is a personal styling service. We get your style and size preferences, then send you a package of stylish goodies to try on at home. No two Fixes are alike. Each one is hand–picked just for you.

And here's how it works.

1.You sign up (using the invitation link shared below) and wait to be accepted. It took a bit for me to be accepted, but I can assure you it it totally worth the wait.

 

2.You fill out detailed style surveys. You can add notes too. Be specific.

An example of some of the notes I added after the first month's delivery (which was cute but not 100% "me").

*My arms are REALLY long.

*I have had four children and don't love my stomach area in tight clothes. Please don't include super fitting clothes in this are.

*My style icon is Audrey Hepburn.

*I'd buy everything ever made by Kate Spade if I had the money to do so.

And they listen (read).

Check out the note that came with my box this month:

3. You wait to get approved (like I said...the wait is worth it) and schedule your first box.

You pay $20 a month. Whether or not you buy any clothes. It's a "styling fee".

If you choose to buy something in your box, the 20 dollars goes towards that item.

If you buy everything in your box, you get 25% off.

 

4. You try on everything in your box. Try them with items from your closet.

Try them in your own room, without sharing a tiny dressing room with restless children.

Mull them over.

Each item has a tag with styling photos and information on it.

I didn't photograph those this month, but if you check out last month's post you can see more detailed info on how the garments arrive.

 

5. Keep the items you want, send all of the others back in a prepaid envelope.

 

6. Log onto stitchfix.com pay and give specific feedback on each item you received.

Here's what I got this month. When I opened the box I got crazy excited. The colors and patterns were spot on.

Jimmy said "wow...your 'stylist' is awesome". If he likes everything then that's amazing, he's much pickier than I am. :)

Before I show you each item, I want to share some thoughts.

Are these items "cheap"? No. Not in price or in quality. My items in this box were between 40 and 98 dollars.

I am at a point in my life where I am tired of buying things that do not last.

My closet is full of things that were a "good deal" and most of them are falling apart.

I'd rather occasionally pay for a well-made,nice piece. I want some fashionable clothes for when we move to Italy.

And I don't have the time or resources to find them right now.

And that is why this service works for me.

It might not work for you, and that's totally cool. :)

Okay- here are the items.

initial thoughts before trying it on- a. I love this. b. It's totally unlike anything I've ever had.

jimmy's thoughts- pretty, different for you.

thoughts after trying on garment- LOVE. it has pockets, it's flattering.

is good with jeans, leggings, or bare legs. jimmy really liked it on me. i also loved that it's something i NEVER would have picked or found for myself.

status- purchased this one.

initial thoughts before trying on- cute, but i totally have a similar jcrew top.

and i have a hard time finding things to wear it with, so it doesn't get worn often.

jimmy's thoughts-he LOVED this one. he's a sucker for a good button-down. :)

do you see the baby foot? HA!

thoughts after trying on garment- turned out being j's 2nd favorite garment, i actually loved it WAY better than i did on the hanger. but it is too similar to my other top and it wouldn't get the use it should

status- put in box to send back.

 

initial thoughts before trying it on: OMG OMG OMG. Dream shirt. My favorite color, flowy, sleeves can be buttoned up or worn down, I am going to love this.

jimmy's thoughts-he agreed.

thoughts after trying on garment- completely in love. flattering, gorgeous color, soft,versatile. pictures don't do it justice.  jimmy said it was his favorite thing i tried on,by far.

status- kept this one.

you can see this one in the dress and blue shirt photos. it's chic and in my price range. LOVED it and it took no thought.

status- kept it.

initial thoughts before trying on- ehhhh. i don't think this is going to look good on me.

jimmy's thoughts- i like this a lot. please try it on!

thoughts after trying on garment- ehhhhhh. not cute enough for what it costs, color not good on me. jimmy-emphatic NO.

status- sent back.

 

So there you have it! My March review.

If you want to sign up, here is the referral link/invitation.

If you have any questions, ask in the comments section and I will answer them there!

Have a FABULOUS weekend!

xoxo

Stitch Fix

*note- this post is not sponsored by stitch fix and i am not affiliated with them in any way. i just really love this company and this idea.**

I have a new obsession.

And I honestly believe that this is a GENIUS idea for those of us too busy (or surrounded by small children) to shop.

As much fun as it is frantically flying through a store, grabbing pieces,and then speed-trying them on whilst sweating...

Stitch Fix is much more fun.

Here's a little blurb from the website:

Stitch Fix is a personal styling service. We get your style and size preferences, then send you a package of stylish goodies to try on at home. No two Fixes are alike. Each one is hand–picked just for you.

And here's how it works.

You sign up (using the invitation link shared below) and wait to be accepted. It took a bit for me to be accepted, but I can assure you it it totally worth the wait.

Next you fill out a style profile online. You answer tons of questions...from size to taste. There are collections that you look at and share your opinion:

Once I was accepted I set up a Stitch Fix date. You can get these as often as you wish, but I get a box once a month.

Each fix includes five items (clothing or accessories based on what you need/want) that are hand-picked just for you. You pay a $20 "styling fee" for each box, but if you buy any items it serves as a credit towards the item(s).

Once you receive the items, you have three days to decide what you want to keep. Everything else you send back in a prepaid envelope.

Here's why this idea rocks. I had time to try on everything slowly. And scrutinize it. And combine the pieces with things i already owned.

I wasn't stressed. I wasn't sweating. I wasn't having to keep two 2 year olds from ripping down the dressing room curtain and exposing me to the entire store.

Not that that's ever happened...

Anywho.

Each item comes with a card attached. The card describes the item and shows you two ways to style it. BRILLIANT. Just what this frazzled mommy needs.

This is the invoice that came in my box. I love the little note at the top.

Let's discuss the price point. Most of these items cost a little bit more than I'm used to spending. But I've recently had a little fashion come to Jesus talk with myself.

I'm at the point that I'm tired of my things falling apart. I'm going for quality over quantity. I finally learned that spending a little more is worth it.

Yes, I can spend $70 for two items at Old Navy...but those pieces are not holding up. They are fading and unraveling...

and it's a waste of money.

I love that you get a 25%discount if you buy all of the items. I doubt I'll ever do this...but still.

I didn't even try on the cowlneck top. That was the only complete miss in my box. It was not my style, I didn't like the color, I didn't like the fabric.

Here's what else I got in my fix (excuse the lack of makeup and the bad lighting).

  
I loved the star scarf. Soft, big,and the stars are too cute.
I kept it.

I can't even tell you how gorgeous the blue top was. But this was a month that I just couldn't get more than one item. I have so many blue tops that I couldn't justify another.

But it was GORGEOUS.

Here are the other 2 items I tried on. Again- sorry for the blurry images. Next month I think I'll use a real camera. :)

The colorblock sweater was lovely. The sleeves are grey and I loved the black/white. But the sleeves were way too short.

After this fix I actually went back and changed my sizes and noted to the stylist that my arms were long.

The brown owl top...well let's just say I almost didn't try it on. I might have laughed.

I did try it on though, and although I still didn't love it (I'm just not really a brown person or a birds-on-my-clothes person)...I have to say I'm glad I tried it. The peasant type fit was very flattering.

So that's my review of my first Stitch Fix. I have high hopes for next month, as I tweaked sizes, color choices, and added some thoughts for my stylist.

I will share how month 2 goes!

If you want to sign up, here is a referral code.

Have a beautiful and blessed Wednesday!!

xo