Stitch Fix | November 2014

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring subscription or schedule the service as-needed. You are receive five items selected by a stylist. You can specify a lot of style preferences in your general style survey and give feedback with each order. You have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment. There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

This month, I didn’t send a note to my stylist with preferences – just to see what I would get! This would be my last autumn capsule wardrobe fix, so what did I end up getting?

Ishani Emerald Stone Charm Necklace, $38

Feedback for my stylist: I liked the idea of this necklace, but the length didn’t quite work on me. Since I have a few other green stone statement necklaces, I decided to pass on this one.

Verdict: Returned.

Esten Button-Up Sleeveless Blouse, $54

Feedback for my stylist: Another Stitch Fix favorite that just doesn’t work on my frame! This was way too baggy and made me look wide. Maybe a different color would have been more flattering for me.

Verdict: Returned.

Carson Houndstooth Print Blouse, $64

Feedback for my stylist: Love, love, love this top! It fits well and flatters my figure. Paired with the jeans, this is a perfect outfit for me!  I love the houndstooth print.

Verdict: Kept [Note: Reserved this one for the winter wardrobe, since the dark green is more in line with those colors).

Dean Ankle Zip Skinny Jean, $78

Feedback for my stylist:  I was prepared to return these jeans since I have a pair of jeggings from Stitch Fix that do the trick, but these were so nice and comfy. I loved the zipper details, too!

Verdict: Kept.

Jocelyn Geo Knit Drape Front Cardigan, $88

Feedback for my stylist:This was a little too heavy and the print really overwhelmed me. I would’ve liked it a lot more if the print had only been inside.

Verdict: Returned.

Overall

What a great fix! Everything was cute and I really enjoyed playing around with different looks in my closet. Houndstooth was a nice surprise for a top, and the fit/cut of both pieces I kept was really flattering. I hope I get more pieces like this for winter.

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Stitch Fix | October 2014

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring subscription or schedule the service as-needed. You are receive five items selected by a stylist. You can specify a lot of style preferences in your general style survey and give feedback with each order. You have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment. There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

I’m changing up my monthly Stitch Fix post! Here’s the note I sent to my stylist:

Looking for layering pieces that fit into my fall wardrobe theme of “comfortable academic” (alternately described by coworkers as “feminine athletic” or “relaxed preppy”). I’d like items that are youthful but can transition from office wear to weekend relaxation. I’d love to get an accessory in this fix, preferably the Bennie Heathered Stripe Knit Infinity Scarf from Octavia. I also thought the Jimmy Ankle Length Skinny Jeans by Just Black would be a good addition. Color preferences for items are autumnal (mustard, rust, olive green, burgundy, camel) and standard black, white, and gray. Thank you!

What did I end up getting?

Tina Checkered Infinity Scarf, $34

Feedback for my stylist: Super cute and perfect for fall! It’s really cozy and fun.

Verdict: Kept.

Queensland Dolman Jersey Top, $48

Feedback for my stylist: The fit wasn’t quite right for me – tight in some places, loose in others, and really clingy material.

Verdict: Returned.

Nasima Lace Panel 3/4 Sleeve Blouse, $54

Feedback for my stylist: This seemed too vintage for the look I’m pulling together.

Verdict: Returned

Lisette Dot Print Blouse, $68

Feedback for my stylist: This had a really square shape and looked too big on me. I also have a lot of burgundy tops and this was too similar.

Verdict: Returned.

Jacob High Rise Skinny Jean, $78

Feedback for my stylist: I have a lot of black pants/leggings and I was really hoping for some standard blue denim.

Verdict: Returned.

Overall

Let’s deconstruct my request, shall we?

Looking for layering pieces that fit into my fall wardrobe theme of “comfortable academic” (alternately described by coworkers as “feminine athletic” or “relaxed preppy”). I’d like items that are youthful but can transition from office wear to weekend relaxation. All of the pieces were a good blend of casual and work-appropriate.

I’d love to get an accessory in this fix, preferably the Bennie Heathered Stripe Knit Infinity Scarf from Octavia. I also thought the Jimmy Ankle Length Skinny Jeans by Just Black would be a good addition. I didn’t get either of these items, but the scarf was a good alternative. The jeans, not so much.

Color preferences for items are autumnal (mustard, rust, olive green, burgundy, camel) and standard black, white, and gray. Yep, received.

Overall, an okay fix in terms of style and colors (with the exception of that lace number; yikes). If anything, the issue was how each piece fit.

Disclosure: I am not sponsored by or compensated by Stitch Fix, but I do get a referral credit if you sign up using the links above.

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Stitch Fix | September Fix

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring subscription or schedule the service as-needed. You are receive five items selected by a stylist. You can specify a lot of style preferences in your general style survey and give feedback with each order. You have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment. There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

I’m changing up my monthly Stitch Fix post! Here’s the note I sent to my stylist:

Looking to continue building my fall capsule wardrobe with autumnal colors – rust, olive green, burgundy, camel – and standard black, white, and gray. Describing my style as “comfortable academic,” it’s a mix of structure and loose forms, like leggings and collared shirts, flowy cardigans and fitted dresses. Looking for some longer shirts/tunics. Also looking for accessories to pair.

What did I end up getting?

Kressida Houndstooth Print Infinity Scarf, $28

Feedback for my stylist: A great asset to my accessories, I like houndstooth but often find it with heavy materials. This will be great for many outfits, and breaks up the chevron I have going.

Verdict: Kept.

Laina 3/4 Sleeve Striped Tie-Waist Dress, $74

Feedback for my stylist: I had to sleep on this one, but I have a sleeveless gray and white striped dress that’s too similar, and I would prefer a lower price point. Maybe a different pattern but similar fit in a future fix?

Verdict: Returned.

Jerome Crochet Trim Silk Blouse, $74

Feedback for my stylist: Color was great, as was the fit – but I disliked the neckline and the cap sleeves.

Verdict: Returned

Tivoli Asymmetrical Zip Up Draped Jacket, $88

Feedback for my stylist: Too heavy for Phoenix in the fall, this is a fun structured piece that didn’t work with my closet. I bet it’ll be huge in cooler climates this fall, though!

Verdict: Returned.

Lindley Front Pocket Banded Hem Top, $98

Feedback for my stylist: So this is the most expensive item but it’s also the most comfortable and on-point for my fall wardrobe. I almost bought a similar shirt; I’m so glad I didn’t! This is soft and I love the fit/style!

Verdict: Kept.

Overall

Let’s deconstruct my request, shall we?

Looking to continue building my fall capsule wardrobe with autumnal colors – rust, olive green, burgundy, camel – and standard black, white, and gray. The colors were perfect. I should have also mentioned mustard in my note, but totally forgot until I got the notification my fix had been shipped. Either way, no disappointments here.

Describing my style as “comfortable academic,” it’s a mix of structure and loose forms, like leggings and collared shirts, flowy cardigans and fitted dresses. I received a mix of forms and styles, and I was pleased to see the variety even though I only kept two items (almost three!).

Looking for some longer shirts/tunics. Also looking for accessories to pair. The burgundy shirt was on the longer side, as was the dress (um, understandably), but I didn’t get a tunic-style top. I’m okay with that, since the green shirt is pretty much the opposite of what I asked for and I love it. Oh, and infinity scarves are the best, so no complaints there.

I’m pleased with my fix. I’ve never been so specific in my fix request, and it was interesting to see how it changed the experience. I will definitely go this route in the future. Thanks, Stitch Fix!

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Stitch Fix | In Review, 2013-2014

After subscribing to Stitch Fix for a year (plus), I decided to do a kind of “in review” post where I evaluate my kept items. You can read all my  posts here. 

I cleaned out my closet last month in an attempt to put together a capsule wardrobe for fall. I was somewhat surprised by how few Stitch Fix items I kept in my fall rotation, and I decided to review my purchasing habits over the past year. I thought it would help me make better decisions when buying clothes, and it would help me pinpoint specific styles I keep purchasing, wearing, and loving.

Here is my super scientific review process:

•  Calculated based on all fixes received to date, which is July 2013 – September 2014 (15 fixes total)
• Tallied based on items received (5/box), items kept, and item type
• A subjective analysis of which items I like more and/or serve as a fashion staple

And (drum roll!) here are my surprising results!

Received: 75 items

Kept: 33 items (44%)

Of those items I kept:

• 17 shirts
• 4 cardigans
• 4 dresses
• 3 scarves
• 2 pairs of pants/leggings
• 1 vest
• 1 skirt
• 1 necklace

I could’ve stopped there, but I decided to pick out my favorites and see what the numbers looked like:

• 7 shirts
• 3 cardigans
• 0 dresses
• 2 scarves
• 2 pairs of pants/leggings
• 1 vest
• 0 skirts
• 0 necklaces

So, 15 of those 33 items are clothes I’m still excited about. That’s 45% of what I kept, and 20% of what I received.

…yikes.

Honestly, I didn’t expect the numbers to be that bad. Some of it was based on circumstance – three dresses I loved months ago, but aren’t really “me” anymore. But still, that’s not a huge change. I recognized a lot of what I kept but no longer like as items I requested because other bloggers received them. My favorite items were mostly things the stylists picked for me. With my latest fix, I was very specific and didn’t focus as much on curating specific items. I will continue using Stitch Fix, but I’m going to continue modifying my strategy:

• Develop a seasonal capsule wardrobe, including a Pinterest board, with specific feedback about colors, styles, and what does/doesn’t work
• Do not pin specific items unless they meet the wardrobe requirements
• Give very detailed information about your wardrobe in the style profile, and outline specific details/needs in the note for each fix
• No impulse purchasing! Don’t make a decision about keeping an item for at least 24 hours
• “Shop your closet” by seeing what kinds of outfit options you already have or can expand upon

Anyone else done this kind of review of their subscription box habits? Leave a note in the comments!

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Stitch Fix | August Fix

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring subscription or schedule the service as-needed. You are receive five items selected by a stylist. You can specify a lot of style preferences in your general style survey and give feedback with each order. You have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment. There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

I’m changing up my monthly Stitch Fix post! Here’s the note I sent to my stylist:

I would love to get some “basics” – I’m in desperate need of a solid color A-line skirt – preferably black or dark gray, though I wouldn’t be opposed to color! I have a lot of royal blue and am not looking for anything in the royal blue range. I’m also interested in getting more leggings that I can pair with longer tunics/button-ups. Even though it’s so hot, I’m dreaming of layers!

Based on that criteria, here are the items I received:

PORTER BASIC LEGGING, $38

Feedback for my stylist: Love. Love. Love. What a difference a great staple makes! I can’t wait to wear these all autumn/winter. They fit like a glove and look great on me. Send me one in every freaking color!

Verdict: Kept.

TUCKER MIXED PAISLEY PRINT SPLIT-BACK TANK, $48

Feedback for my stylist: I wanted to love this; it would pair nicely with a ton of stuff in my closet.The print was a little loud, but the fit was off – too tight at my bust, and the tails at the back just didn’t work.

(Seriously. I am petite and my chest is proportional to my frame; if this is tight on me, some of y’all have to be busting at the seams with this tank.)

Verdict: Returned.

VENTURA CHEVRON PRINT KEYHOLE DETAIL TANK, $48

Feedback for my stylist: This tank blew me away. I was surprised at how amazing it looked. It was so flattering and slimming. I plan on attempting a capsule wardrobe this autumn; this will be in it!

Verdict: Kept.

KACI MULTI ABSTRACT PRINT SWING SKIRT, $58

Feedback for my stylist: I so wanted to like this, but the print wasn’t what I was looking for. I do think this will be HUGE with other bloggers. I just know I will never wear it. Le sigh.

(In my stylist’s note, she told me they didn’t have a lot of solid A-lines in stock. Unfortunate, but I think I would like this even less as a solid. I do think there are a bunch of bloggers who will love this skirt. I feel like I’m choosing not to be part of the in crowd, because this will be a great summer to fall transition piece, and I straight up didn’t choose it. Sad face.).

Verdict: Returned.

LANDERS LATTICE CROCHET DETAIL TANK, $78

Feedback for my stylist: This piece was so sheer and wrinkled so easily. With those factors and the price, I knew I wouldn’t be keeping this one.

Verdict: Returned.

OVERALL

Let’s deconstruct my request, shall we?

I would love to get some “basics” – I’m in desperate need of a solid color A-line skirt – preferably black or dark gray, though I wouldn’t be opposed to color! My note indicated the A-line solid skirts weren’t available, so I get that. It’s sad I couldn’t get my skirt fix, but I got an amazing pair of leggings and a stellar chevron tank. Chevron is my fashion kryptonite.

I have a lot of royal blue and am not looking for anything in the royal blue range. I feel like this piece was ignored – it didn’t matter, because there were other issues that affected those pieces. I wouldn’t have selected them regardless…but still!

I’m also interested in getting more leggings that I can pair with longer tunics/button-ups. Even though it’s so hot, I’m dreaming of layers! Met! I got a wonderful pair of leggings that will be critical to my autumn wardrobe.

I was pleased with my fix. Although there were some definite “no” pieces, I adored the ones I kept. I’m interested in getting more “basics” and less bold/statement clothes in the future, and I’m going to modify my profile so it reflects that. Overall, a fun fix. Thanks so much, Stitch Fix!

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Stitch Fix | July Fix

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring subscription or schedule the service as-needed. You are receive five items selected by a stylist. You can specify a lot of style preferences in your general style survey and give feedback with each order. You have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment. There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

It’s been over a month since my last fix, and I’m really pumped to get this one. My routine preview (sign in to Stitch Fix, look at the item titles in my order, Google the names) left me with high hopes. Below, I’ve posted each item, its cost through Stitch Fix, the “preview impression,” and the “arrival” item impression.

JUNO SMALL FOLDED CLUTCH, $48

I am not into clutches. I have a couple standbys from my college days, but honestly. Stop trying to make clutches happ – oh my gosh, look at how cute it is!

I loved everything about this except the color! I have a couple of black clutches already, and several black purses. It would have been great to get a bolder color! Status: Returned.

PRIYA IKAT PRINT KNIT-BACK TANK, $54

I don’t know. The initial search makes me feel “meh,” but one post mentions it looks better in person…(1, 2)

I wasn’t sure about this shirt at first, but I really liked the colors and it fit well. It’s versatile to wear on Casual Friday and on days when I have meetings with deans and VPs. Status: Kept.

SHAUN V-NECK CHEVRON PRINT BLOUSE, $64

This blogger totally pulls it off and it looks adorable, but I think it would be a hot mess on me.

Surprise! It looks super cute. I can’t wait to pair this with my black jeggings from an earlier fix. It’s very comfortable and will work for the hot summer months here (which won’t end until, like, October). Status: Kept.

JOSHUA COLORED ANKLE JEAN, $64

So many bloggers have gotten this item I can’t even handle it. I’ve never searched for an item and seen so much color variety!

I have a pair of pants in the same color and almost the same fit. This would have been a keeper if I didn’t already have it! Status: Returned.

SUTTON MIXED CHEVRON PRINT DRESS, $68

If you like chevron dresses, Stitch Fix will take over your closet. We’ve reached a critical mass wherein the number of potential dresses exceeds my desire to comb through Google. So, it will be some kind of chevron dress…

Would’ve loved to see a little more fit around the waist. A belt could’ve solved that, but the bolder pattern at the bottom of the dress really messed with my proportions and made me look super wide. Status: Returned.

Overall, this was a good fix. Unfortunately, some of the colors were a little too familiar since I had those pieces (or close to it) already in my closet. However, the shirts I kept will be great pieces that work with my sense of style!

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Stitch Fix | May Fix…Part II?!

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring subscription or schedule the service as-needed. You are receive five items selected by a stylist. You can specify a lot of style preferences in your general style survey and give feedback with each order. You have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment. There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

What?! Two May reviews?! No, I didn’t opt for the new frequency options – I just ended up with two Fixes because of how the four weeks fell between the two orders. I’m going to have to do a little rearranging with my June/July dates because of travel.

My routine preview (sign in to Stitch Fix, look at the item titles in my order, Google the names) left me plenty of excitement. I couldn’t wait for my box to arrive to see everything.

Below, I’ve posted each item, its cost through Stitch Fix, the “preview impression,” and the “arrival” item impression.

WYNN ARROW PRINT FRONT POCKET BLOUSE, $48

I found a few photos online (1, 2, 3). There seemed to be mixed feelings, but I found the color variation and sheer factor a plus. It’s already hit 100+ here in Phoenix, and a sheer blouse layered over a cami works for the hot temps and cool conference rooms in my office.

(Also – can we acknowledge how awesome the nail art is in this post? BRAVA, Capital Polish!)

This blouse looked boxy on me. I liked the colors, pattern, and fabric, but the cut and style just didn’t work for my frame. I knew it would sit in my closet and not get much wear. Verdict: Returned.

CORINNA STRIPED HEATHERED DOLMAN TOP, $48

I got a similar sweater this winter and loved it. Other bloggers’ posts led me to believe this would be a summer version (1, 2, 3). My only worry was with color – I have a couple of Target cardigans that might be a little too similar, depending on the shade in my fix.

Luckily, the color factor wasn’t an issue. As soon as I pulled it out of the box, I knew it wouldn’t be. I was worried this might be too heavy for summer, but I tried it on and fell in love with the fabric and shape. It really is very flattering and feels great! It may not get much use during “cooler” summer nights in Phoenix, but I will wear it traveling and during more temperate months.  Verdict: Kept, of course!

ALAN COWL NECK ASYMMETRICAL CARDIGAN, $58

I got an asymmetrical cardigan before and had trouble trying it on, so this would be interesting. This seemed to be more my style – a little edgy, but still casual and comfortable. It seems to be a much-coveted item for some bloggers and a misfit for others (1, 2, 3). I actually crossed my fingers it would fall in the former category for me…

This cardigan really hit that sporty note! It fit well, and it can be dressed up for errands or casual Friday. This will certainly get a lot of use from me! Verdict: Kept!

LUCILLE EYELET & EMBROIDERY DETAILED TANK, $58

I was unable to find any images of the specific item, so this would be a surprise.

I wanted to like this top, but it just hit me at the wrong spot on my torso and gave me that sack of potatoes look. But that neckline – so gorgeous.

Verdict: Returned.

JOHNNY SKINNY JEANS, $88

After foolishly returning my last pair of jeans, I was committed to giving these a chance. Initial photos suggest these are darker wash/rinse (1, 2, 3, 4).

Alas, these just didn’t work for me. They were a little tight in the waist/thigh, and for $88 I want a better fit.

This fix gave me a couple of great basics to incorporate into my closet. It wasn’t my best fix ever, but I liked the pieces I received. I guess when it comes down to it, if I get pieces that don’t work, I would rather it be because the fit/cut is a little off instead of the style.

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Stitch Fix | May Fix

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring monthly subscription, or you can schedule the service as-needed.

With each box, you are sent five items selected by a stylist based on an extensive style survey. The process is very in-depth, which can be a turn-off for some users who don’t want to spend so much time answering questions, ranking orders, and giving feedback to the stylists about each item and fix. You can specify a lot of style preferences both in general and for each order.

When you receive your order, you have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment. There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

I continued my experiment with Stitch Fix‘s adventurous side, so my routine preview (sign in to Stitch Fix, look at the item titles in my order, Google the names) left me with mixed emotions. I was excited for some items, and little “meh” about others.

Below, I’ve posted each item, its cost through Stitch Fix, the “preview impression,” and the “arrival” item impression.

CARTER CARVED METAL FAN NECKLACE, $36

I couldn’t find any images of this, and Stitch Fix doesn’t quite capture my jewelry preferences – so I expected to send this one back.

I would have preferred a shinier silver finish rather than the pewter. I also have a similar fan necklace that I like more, so this wouldn’t really add anything to my collection. Verdict: returned.

TRINIDAD CHEVRON STRIPED HENLEY BLOUSE, $48

Chevron? It’s my kryptonite. And the pictures I found online were promising (1, 2, 3). Could this be my auto-keep item?

And…yes! I loved this so much! The colors were perfect and it fit so well. The price point was right on target. I know I will wear this a lot. Verdict: Kept. Duh.

ANISE STRIPED VEST, $48

I think this might also be a typo, because it’s listed as $78 in every post I could find. I’m undecided on this vest. I think I’ve pinned it before, but after seeing all the other blog posts I don’t think I can pull off the look like these lovely ladies (1, 2, 3, 4).

I don’t have anything like this, and it really fits with the sporty vibe I’ve been feeling lately. I can’t wait to wear this in the fall! Verdict: Kept.

DAISY EMBROIDERED HEM FIT & FLARE SKIRT, $78

Skirt, eh? I managed to find one picture, and…I don’t like it (1).

I really couldn’t see myself ever wanting to pull it off the hanger and wear it. It doesn’t fit my casual or professional wear, and for $78 it doesn’t make sense to force it into my closet.

KALEIGH ANKLE BITER SKINNY JEAN, $88

Since I’m in a jeans rut, I didn’t dismiss this like I tend to. The color would be a factor. I found an olive, white, and burgundy pair (1, 2, 3). I’ve never been able to pull off lighter-colored pants, so…we’ll see.

I loved the way these jeans fit, and I was surprised by how much I liked the color. $88 is a lot more than I would normally spend on jeans. I thought I wouldn’t get the mileage with these jeans, so I sent them back. Of course as soon as I shipped off my return envelope, I realized I was an idiot and could wear these jeans with a ton of different things in my closet! Lesson learned, do a closet audit when undecided. On the positive side, I have now joined the ranks of Stitch Fix customers with repentant returns. Verdict: Sent back (regrettably).

I really liked this fix. It was so fun to get a mix of different pieces, some of which were out of my fashion comfort zone. Can’t wait for the next one!

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Stitch Fix | April Fix

Time for another Stitch Fix review…but first, the details for any newbies out there:

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring monthly subscription, or you can schedule the service as-needed.

With each box, you are sent five items selected by a stylist based on an extensive style survey. The process is very in-depth, which can be a turn-off for some users who don’t want to spend so much time answering questions, ranking orders, and giving feedback to the stylists about each item and fix. You can specify a lot of style preferences both in general and for each order.

When you receive your order, you have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment.

There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

I was pleasantly surprised to get my shipping notification while on a ski trip, so during my recovery morning (which also included a short run, healthy lifestyle for the win!), I took the opportunity to do my now-routine preview: sign in to Stitch Fix, look at the item titles in my order, and try to Google them to pull up images.

Now, remember how April is going to be my first foray into adventurous fashion fix territory?

From the preview, I had mostly high hopes for April. And when I pulled everything out of the box, I had that “awwww, yessss!” reaction to bright colors and patterns.

Below, I’ve posted each item, its cost through Stitch Fix, the “preview impression,” and the “arrival” item impression.

JUNE METAL CHEVRON TEARDROP EARRINGS, $34

When I Googled this, I couldn’t pull up any images of this specific item (though “chevron earrings” are incredibly popular on Etsy, if you’re interested). Jewelry hasn’t been a high point for Stitch Fix, and I can be pretty picky about earrings. I do love me some chevron, though…

I’m not a huge fan of the antique silver, and these were a little too big for me personally. I considered keeping them to give to a friend, but she wears more bronze/gold.

CHARLOTTE AIRY KNIT DRAPE FRONT CARDIGAN, $48

I’ve pinned a ton of similar cardigans, but not this one. I managed to find a few great photos through another blogger (1). I wasn’t sure if my cardigan would also be white, but I liked the style well enough and was excited to see it in person!

I was so close to keeping this (loved the texture/cut), but the striped pattern wasn’t very flattering on my arms. I do have a couple of white cardigans already.

DAPHNE SCALLOPED COLORBLOCK DRESS, $68

I got really excited when I saw this in my fix, because I pinned this when Stitch Fix featured it on the blog!

Sigh. I love this dress. I love the colors. I love the scallops. The problem is that the white top hit at the worst spot on my torso and made my upper chest look absurdly long.

KALEA SOLID FRONT-ZIP BLOUSE, $78

No luck finding any images of this particular item, so I was intrigued…and for $78, a little worried.

Green! And the perfect length for my torso and cut for my shoulders/arms. I wore this at work and got tons of compliments.

SPECTRA ABSTRACT PRINT FIT AND FLARE DRESS, $78

I thought I recognized this – I just pinned it right before my shipment notification. Although $78 can be a little much, it promised to be brightly colored and a good staple in my closet.

I really liked the pictures I saw, but in person this dress just made me look like a combination of a Stepford Wife and a Color Run attendee. Loved the colors, but I couldn’t pull this one off!

Although I only kept one item, I really liked this fix. The different colors and textures were wonderful, and this was a great blend of new styles and perennial favorites. I’m excited to see May!

Disclosure: I am not sponsored by or compensated by Stitch Fix, but I do get a referral credit if you sign up using the links above.

Any other Stitch Fix fans out there? What pieces did you get this month?

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Stitch Fix | March Fix

Time for another Stitch Fix review…but first, the details for any newbies out there:

Stitch Fix is a subscription box clothing service for women. You can set up a recurring monthly subscription, or you can schedule the service as-needed.

With each box, you are sent five items selected by a stylist based on an extensive style survey. The process is very in-depth, which can be a turn-off for some users who don’t want to spend so much time answering questions, ranking orders, and giving feedback to the stylists about each item and fix. You can specify a lot of style preferences both in general and for each order.

When you receive your order, you have three days to try on your items. Decide what you want, check out online, and send the remaining items back in the envelope included with your shipment.

There is a $20 “styling fee” for each box. However, the $20 fee is deducted from your purchase. In addition, there is a 25% discount if you keep all five items.

My top tips for a great fix:

Details are key – offer lots of specific likes and dislikes in your profile and your order feedback.

Link to your fashion-specific Pinterest board (here’s mine – and yes, I pin specific Stitch Fix items).

Check out other bloggers’ posts for feedback and tips (you can request specific stylists with your orders!).

Be honest about price points! Stitch Fix allows you to specify a price range for each type of item they offer; I ended up with much better results after I adjusted my price ranges to reflect my actual fashion budget (erm: as cheap as possible).

As I mentioned in my last post, I “preview” my orders when I get the shipping notification. I sign in to Stitch Fix, look at the item titles in my order, and try to Google them to pull up images. I was able to view a few of the items this time around, so I had a better idea of what to expect in my fix.

From the preview, I had mixed feelings but high hopes for March. Below, I’ve posted each item, its cost through Stitch Fix, the “preview impression,” and the “arrival” item impression. Unfortunately, my photographer (aka my fiance) was unable to take photos of me modeling each item, and I forgot to take photos of the individual pieces to compensate – oops! Luckily, each item is pretty specific (earrings, shirt, pants, cardigan, dress), and I linked to the preview images I referenced.

TALBOT CARVED KALEIDOSCOPE EARRINGS, $28

When I Googled this, I couldn’t pull up any images. The price point is appropriate, but I wasn’t sure if I would love this.

These ended up feeling really heavy in my hand, and when I held them up they seemed too huge for my face but not huge enough to be massive statement earrings. I already have some similar filigree-style earrings courtesy of my parents, so putting this pair back in the return envelope wasn’t difficult for me.

ALESSANDRA STRIPED & COLORBLOCKED BLOUSE, $54

I tend to like colorblocking, and I’ve become a bigger fan of stripes. However, last month’s piece wasn’t all that exciting, so I wasn’t sure what I would get.

Initially, I really liked this top and I thought it would definitely be a keeper. When I tried it on again, I realized it gave me an odd bell shape. Being a petite woman with what might generously call “child-bearing hips” or “thunder thighs” (I wear that one like a badge of honor), the stripes and colorblocking just hit my lower torso/upper thigh in an unflattering spot. Otherwise, I really liked the style and colors of the top itself.

RYKER FRENCH TERRY OPEN CARDIGAN, $58

A $58 cardigan is within my budget, given the frequency cardigans appear in my closet. I managed to find a couple descriptions/images from other Stitch Fix users (1, 2), so I looked forward to seeing this piece in person. I expected a super soft cardigan I would want to live in…

…and that is exactly what I got. I almost forgot I was wearing it when I tried it on, and then started doing normal chores. I can see myself wearing this out, frankly. I love it! I’ve never really done the flowy cardigan style until Stitch Fix, and now I’m kind of hooked.

GABRIELLE IKAT PRINT FIT & FLARE DRESS, $68

I was also able to find some images/descriptions of this dress (1, 2). Apparently it does not photograph as well as it looks in person, but is a great pick. My only concern was that this might be too similar to another dress I just picked up in Charleston.

The dress wasn’t too similar at all, but it did have a weird fit on me – the waist was a little high , so the skirt flared out and there was that weird bell shape again. I liked the pattern and color, but I knew this would sit in the back of my closet.

RIZZO SKINNY PONTE PANTS, $88

$88 for pants? That is really not ideal for me. I prefer to buy pants from H&M, Target, or Banana Republic (their jeans fit me very well, so I will invest in a good pair – on sale). However, several search results led me to believe that the high price tag was well worth it: these pants are, I don’t know, life-altering.

Um, the pants are worth it. They are so, so worth it. These are my new travel pants, and with lots of trips in the next year and a half for vacations and family events, they will definitely pay for themselves.

Overall, this fix was a nice mix of old favorites and new styles. I’m very happy with my order, even though I only kept two things – the pants and the cardigan. Minus some fit/sizing issues, this was me to a tee! Great job, Stitch Fix!

I’d like to end my March review with a note about February. I had my worst fix to date in February, and I was very honest about it in my review. Stitch Fix was kind enough to reach out to me with a personal email about my experience literally within hours of the post going live. I won’t post the full message, but the company representative started by thanking me for posting about Stitch Fix and giving honest feedback, then apologizing for the fix and offering suggestions for the style profile. Since I was really open about the experience, I only felt it was fair to acknowledge the company’s one-on-one efforts to build rapport with an unhappy customer. I also think it shows a great good faith effort on behalf of Stitch Fix. I plan to continue scheduling monthly fixes, as I’m a big fan of the service and it helps me avoid a quarterly shopping binge!

Based on the company’s suggestions, I tweaked my style profile a touch – and this month, I’ve decided to put my style fate in the hands of a (relatively) total stranger with this change:

Disclosure: I am not sponsored by or compensated by Stitch Fix, but I do get a referral credit if you sign up using the links above.

Any other Stitch Fix fans out there? What pieces did you get this month?

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