Stitch Fix #25 Review

My last Stitch Fix was seriously awesome!  I ended up only keeping 2 items though.  It was a tough call.  I wanted to buy the whole shebang but it just didn't work out.  Here's what I got:

1) Brentwood Tiered Striped Tank Top by Pixley

2) Priya Graphic Chevron Print Mixed Material Tank by Pomelo

3) Bryan Short-Sleeve Open-Front Cardigan by 41Hawthorn

4) Marquis French Terry Dolman Sweatshirt by Kut From The Kloth

5) Florence Colorblocked Dress by 41Hawthorn

I had to have the tiered shirt because it is so soft and comfy.  It is really cool too.  I love the striped tiered fabric.  The other keeper was the chevron shirt.  The design and colors are unique.  I ended up sending the other 3 items back because I already have a similar cardi in my closet, the sweatshirt was a bit oversized, and the dress was just okay (I didn't love it). 

Stitch Fix #22 Review

My last Stitch Fix was perfect.  I love my stylist (Jackie)!  I requested items that could accommodate a growing belly and she picked items that will work well when I am in the awkward early pregnancy/post-partum phases.  Here's what I got:

1. Pomelo- Moni Geo Print & Camisole Blouse-Love the stud detail on this top.  It is a pretty orange color and lightweight for summer.  I have received numerous compliments on it.

2. Liverpool Carolyn Colored Cuffed Denim Short-These shorts are white denim and they cuff at the bottom (can be rolled down as the cuffs aren't sewn down).  I really didn't think I would like them but they fit perfectly and feel good.

3. Leota Haylee Abstract Chevron Print Swing Skirt-This skirt is incredibly comfortable.  Lovely colors and pretty design.  It has a stretchy waistband, making it a great piece for pregnancy.

4. Pomelo Corinna Striped Heather Dolman Top- I already have this top in blue/black, but I was still thrilled to see this one in my box.  It is so soft and comfy.  The cut is flattering on everyone that I have seen on the web.  It's a perfect top.

5.  41Hawthorn Montgomery Chevron Cross-Fit Top- This top is super soft and the color is beautiful.  The only thing I don't like about it is the fabric can move rather easily to show off more skin than I want to.  It needs a snap in the chest area to hold it closed.

Stitch Fix #17 Review

I know, I know.  It has been a while since I did a Stitch Fix review.  The past few have been great but I was just too lazy to blog them.  Today was #17 and it was a lot of fun.  I was styled by Alexandra for some reason though.  Jackie is my regular stylist.  Anyway, I will go ahead and apologize for the mediocre photography but there is only so much I can do when using an iPhone and the mirror in the guest room.  

1. La Made-Weaver Mixed Knit Cowl Neck Top $28---{KEEPER}

This is the pretty blue top shown in the top photo.  It is super soft, cheap, and such a gorgeous shade of blue.  I paired it with my Lansome Houndstooth skirt from my last fix.  It also looks great with my black Banana Republic cardigan.  The arm holes are a little bit long (you can see my bra peeking out in the big photo) but I will likely wear a cardi anyway so it won't matter.

2. Loveappella-Baltimore Chevron Striped Knit Shirt $48---{KEEPER}

My favorite shirt EVER!!  I am sick of the chevron trend but this shirt was just too pretty to pass up.  It is so soft and the colors are gorgeous.  It perfectly matches the Kut From The Kloth purple cords that Clayton bought me for Christmas.

3. Pomelo-Westin Embroidered Henley Knit Shirt $58

While I adore the gorgeous colors of this top (and how well it matches my teal skinnies), I had to sadly send it back.  It was a bit big in the shoulders/underarm area.  It is hard to explain but the fabric would fold on the sides of my chest.  Bummer!

4. Under Skies-Marian Elephant Print Split-Neck Blouse $38

I have 2 elephant print shirts pinned on my Stitch Fix board on Pinterest, so it was no surprise that I got a shirt with elephants on it.  Unfortunately, this one is not even remotely close to being as pretty as the ones I want.  I want lots of color and this was a total miss for me.  The elephants are cute but I do not care for them in bright yellow on a black background.  The shirt was also HUGE.  It says it is a small but I have to wonder.

5. RD Style-Frenando Airy Knit Open Cardigan $68

This cardigan is nice but I have no need for it.  I have enough brown/neutral items in my closet.  I want color from now on.  Even if I was in the market for a brown cardi, this wouldn't be it due to how boxy it is.  It makes me look pregnant and that is not a look that I desire when I am indeed not carrying a child.

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Stitch Fix #12 and #13 Reviews

It's been a while since I have done a Stitch Fix review and for that, I am sorry.  I haven't felt good lately so taking pics of myself hasn't been on my agenda.  I received #12 back in September.  I didn't take photos of everything in the box because I had already sent back 3 of the items.  The 2 that I kept are phenomenal though.  The RD Style Denver Cable Knit Elbow Patch Cardigan is perfect for the winter.  I love the zagged knitting, pretty buttons, and beautiful natural color.  It will go with everything.  The Rizzo Skinny Ponte Pants by Sanctuary are a perfect fit.  They are like leggings but more substantial.  They feel like wearing yoga pants so they will be much loved by me over the winter.

These 3 tops came in fix #13 that I got recently.  My stylist (Jackie) knocked it out of the ball park once again.  Yep, I kept the whole shebang and got 25% off the entire fix for doing so.  The Ivy Tulip Print Tab-Sleeve Blouse and the Abrianna Longsleeve Knit Cardigan are both by 41Hawthorn (Stitch Fix's in-house brand).  The tulip shirt looks good on every blogger that I have seen wearing it so I decided to put it on my Pinterest a while back.  Lo and behold, my stylist pays attention to my pins.  The gray cardigan is beyond remarkable.  It is so stylish and simple.  The color will match most of my clothes.  The red top is by Dylan & Rose and feels so good.  The fabric is super soft and stretchy.  I requested this one after seeing on another blogger.  It has a nice slimming effect through the waist.  The name of it is the Ruthie Cross-Front Side-Ruched Top.

These teal skinnies are so dang cool!!  My photo does them no justice.  The color is really deep and they are perfect for the colder seasons.  They are made by Velvet Heart and are called the Benjamin Skinny Jean.  I will admit that the Bradman Abstract Chevron Print Blouse by Collective Concepts isn't my favorite but that is okay.  I knew I was going to buy the other 4 items and once you take the discount into account, it doesn't make sense not to get the whole box instead.  It is cheaper to buy all 5 with the 25% off rather than 4 items at full price.  Anyway, I kinda like it.  It matches the pants perfectly.  The only thing that bugs me is that it is pleated around the bust line.  When I turn to the side just right, it looks like my boobs are huge water balloons.  My husband noticed and said that my chest looked ridiculous.  I was wearing a padded bra though so I know a regular one will help me out.

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Stitch Fix #11 Review, My Backpack, and Pretty Macaroons

I got fix #11 last week and had a tough time determining what to keep.  I did not like the striped shirt at all so that was an easy one.  The pants (Kut From the Kloth) were perfect and I need more jeans so they were a definite keeper.  The pretty dress in the middle was a tough call.  I loved the color and pattern.  Clayton thought it was hot too.  The problem was that it had a hi-lo hem.  I know the chevron pattern is a trend that will go out of style but the hi-lo hem is a trend that I see disappearing before the pattern does.  I don't really like it either so I luckily don't own any dress/tops with it.  It pained me greatly but I ended up sending it back though I still question if I could have cut the back and hemmed it myself to a normal straight hem.  Sigh...  The open cardigan was something that I needed but it didn't lay correctly.  The collar is meant to be ruffly and pretty but it almost never looked right.  I am OCD so I knew that would drive me crazy.  But I need a cardigan like it!!  Maybe I will get a navy one soon that will make me happier.  The black/white striped dress was adorable and soft.  I need more black/white pieces as staples in my wardrobe but this dress didn't do me many favors.  It made me look really wide.  The horizontal stripes paired with the excess bunching of thick fabric around the high waist didn't do me any favors.  I thought that I would keep it until I saw a pic of me in it without a cardigan.  I looked weirdly wide.  Lord knows that is the last thing that I want, lol. 

This is my good ole backpack that I bought in the summer of 1996, just before starting my freshman year at NC State University that August.  I have had this bag for a long time and it pained me to see it falling apart.  Our last trip to Disney World did it in.  I saw it ripping apart while Clayton was wearing it and knew I would be throwing it away when we got back home.  It took a lot of courage for me to toss it this past week but at least I now have it memorialized here on the blog.  

Yum, pretty macaroons from Amelie's in Charlotte.

So, I have a love thing for these delicious treats.  Clayton bought me 2 of each flavor plus several pastries, tarts, and petit fours for my recent birthday.  The problem is that he accidentally ruined the whole $50 bounty before giving them to me, lol.  The night before my birthday, he walked into the bathroom (I was showering) and had a sullen look on his face.  I asked what was wrong and he sadly told me that he had all these yummy treats for me that got ruined.  He had went down to Amelie's during his lunch and purchased everything.  He put it all in a cooler and kept them at his desk until he came home that evening.  When he got home, he worried that the treats wouldn't stay cold enough (he was hiding them from me), so he made ice packs with plastic baggies.  You can guess what happened.  The baggies leaked and the box soaked up all the water.  All of the goodies (with the exception of 2 tarts and 1 pastry) were ruined.  It broke his heart and in turn, broke mine.  I knew he meant well and it still impressed me that he went to such lengths to make me happy.  I love that man so much!!  Anyhoo, I recently went to Cabo Fish Taco in the NoDa district with my awesome friend Jessica.  We decided to go to Amelie's afterward and I am so glad we did.  I brought home all the goodies Clayton originally bought and he happily helped me devour them.  If you are ever near the NoDa area, I highly recommend checking it out.  BTW, they have the best chai tea latte EVER.  

Stitch Fix #10 Review

Okay, I know that the blue pants don't match most of the tops. It is better than seeing the tops paired up with the pajamas that I was wearing before the box showed up on the front porch though. I always do photos in the downstairs guest room due to the good lighting. My bedroom is upstairs and I was too lazy to go get matching bottoms. :P

This box was just good but not great. I am starting to get really picky.  I bought the awesome black & white sweater shown at the top. The pants looked great with it but I just couldn't justify buying them. Nothing else in my closet would work with that color blue. The green top was out because I have bought a bunch of tab-sleeve tops lately. I really don't need another one. The shirt with the hearts on it had the cutest collar flaps but the beige color was horrid. I don't see how it would look good against anyone's skin color. It was also a little too dressy for my casual wardrobe. The blue striped shirt was sheer. It needed an undershirt and I just don't want to deal with layering it. It puckered ever so slightly at my chest and I don't really like sleeveless button-downs. It was easy to say no to keeping it.

Stitch Fix #9 Review

Okay, so this is going to be the last Stitch Fix review that I am going to do for a while.  We are saving for our upcoming Disney vacation so my spending needs to slow down for the moment.  My next fix is set to arrive on my birthday, August 2nd. :)

Here's what was in this box:

1. Kensie---Diane Belted Colorblock Tank Dress- Good gravy, this dress is perfect!!  It is soft, a beautiful color, and it makes me look tiny.  I tried to take a side view pic so you could see how small it makes me look but those pics came out blurry.  I am too lazy to go retake them.  Oh well.  Anyway, I will warn you that it will show your every flaw.  It is very clingy.

***KEPT***

2. Everly---Renden 3/4 Sleeve Zig Zag Blouse- Oh my, I am in love!!  I have been wanting a thin chevron pattern shirt for a while now.  In fact, I went and tried this very shirt (in lavender) on in a boutique in uptown Charlotte on Mother's Day.  I was sad when I learned my chest was too big for it.  Size small fit everywhere but my chest and size medium was too large everywhere else.  Ugh.  Well now that I am no longer lactating, my chest has returned to a 34D (it was a 36DD back in May).  The small fits me perfectly now.  Yay!  Anyway, I adore this shirt and its flattering cut.

***KEPT***

3. Chris & Carol---Lissey Back Bow Detail Striped Top- This top is gorgeous in person.  My photo does it no justice.  The color is a really deep and pretty pink.  The back has a pretty bow at the top.  I unfortunately had one major problem with it.  It was a tad bit too small.  Luckily, I was able to exchange it for a larger size and it should arrive next week.  I almost always wear small but this top runs tiny.

***KEPT***

4. Nick & Mo---Becket Multi Colored Dot Cardigan- Ok, so I love polka dots, multi-colors, and cardigans.  Unfortunately, I hate this thing.  It looks clownish and it doesn't do anything for my figure.  It probably ages me 30 years too.  Ugh.

5. Ark n Co---Vianna Belted A-line Minidress- This dress had potential until I put it on.  For starters, I couldn't zip it.  My boobs are too big for it and so are my shoulders.  It is also too short, in my opinion.  The fabric is way too thick for the warmth of the Carolina sunshine and I don't really like the texture of the fabric either.

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Stitch Fix #8 (Total Score!)-Review

Stitch fix #8 was a total score.  I kept all 5 items and finally got to use the 25% discount.  Yay!!  My stylist for this box was Jackie and I feel like she completely understood me.  She must have really looked at my Pinterest and took my pinned fashion pieces into account when she put my box together.  I love her and have already requested her for my next fix (next week).  She may end up being my permanent stylist in the future.

Here's what I got:

MAK JACLYNN 3/4 SLEEVE BUTTON-UP CARDIGAN - I saw this in three different colors on Stitch Fix's website and love all of them.  They sent me the dark coral one and it is so pretty.  It looks fabulous with my new chevron dress.

HONEY PUNCH HARRIET CHEVRON PRINT DETAIL DRESS - This dress is a tiny bit small in the chest area so I have to wear it without the bulk of a bra.  That's fine by me since I would prefer not to wear one anyway.  You can't see anything through the solid black top so no worries.  Love the chevron bottom and the inclusion of pockets.  Since it is black/off white, I can pair it up with any colorful cardigan or accessories.  It's very versatile.

TULLE BAIN CINCH-WAIST TEXTURED COTTON TANK  - The fabric on this tank has a pretty texture and is deep coral.  It is adorable.  The picture doesn't do it much justice.  It is very comfortable.  There are cute buttons on the back that I tried to get a photo of but it turned out blurry.

KUT FROM THE KLOTH DAUMIER DOT COTTON CHAMBRAY BLOUSE - This designer makes great clothes.  I tend to love a lot of their stuff and this one didn't disappoint.  I have had this shirt pinned on my Pinterest board for quite some time.  It is gorgeous!  While I am not a fan of chambray (or denim) tops, this shirt is simply striking.  It is fitted and feminine.  I can layer it under a sweater, wear it open with a tank top, or wear it all by itself.  It will be an essential piece for my wardrobe.

DANIEL RAINN ASHLEE SILK TAB SLEEVE BLOUSE - I admit to being disappointed when I saw this top listed on my content sheet.  I don't really like the feel or maintenance of silk.  It wrinkles horribly and is not wash&wear.  Well, I was so surprised when I saw this.  It doesn't have that weird suede-y feel of typical silk (though it is 100% silk).  It is really wrinkled in the photo because I had bunched it up in a pile the night before I took the above photos.  The fabric really doesn't wrinkle that easily though.  It is a beautiful mint color.  I will need to wear a tank top underneath because it is on the thin side.  I wasn't wearing a bra for the pic so I had to edit out my nipple-age, lol.

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Stitch Fix #7---Can't decide what to keep

It's that time again!  I received my 7th Stitch Fix this past Saturday.  Jocelyn was my stylist.

B_envied: Wynn Front Pocket Blouse-Grrrrr, I have a note on my profile that says that I want color and that I find black boring.  Somehow, I ended up with a solid black blouse anyway.  To make matters worse, I also have it noted that I do not like gold metals.  There are two very gold buttons on the sleeves of this.  Ugh.  Regardless of color and the gold buttons, I love the fit of this blouse.  I just wish it had a pattern on it of some sort (stripes, polka dots, or SOMETHING).  Regardless of my disdain, I could actually use a black blouse since I don't already have one.  I am still thinking on this one.  BTW, I am well aware that the black blouse doesn't match the navy pants but I was too lazy to go upstairs to get something out of my closet.

Jack by BB Dakota: Dean Striped Hi-Low Tank-When I saw this folded in my box, I got angry.  I had already bought this dress so why did they send it again?  They were just kidding.  They sent me the top that matches a dress that I bought in fix #2.  I wondered why I would buy it since I already have something that is made with the same material but then I tried it on.  It is so cute and it feels so soft.  It would be perfect for summer in the hot south.  Regardless of how much I like it, it is a rather simple tank top that costs $48.  That just isn't happening. [I know I look weird with my hand over my boob in the pic but I wasn't wearing a bra.]

Staccato: Arriah Striped Hi-Lo Blouse-This blouse is pretty but isn't a perfect fit for me.  If I keep it, I will have to fix the shoulders a little bit.  They pucker awkwardly.  It wouldn't take much to correct but I really shouldn't have to do it when I spend so much on clothes.  The color in the photo looks bright orange/black but it is actually a nice salmon/navy.  I do not care for the hi-lo hemline but I could tuck it in.  The back has solid navy at the bottom.

Kensie: Johnny Skinny Jeans-My gosh, these pants rock my socks.  They fit perfectly and are so comfy!  Mine are a lovely deep navy blue. {KEEPING}

Tulle: Moritz Geo Print Sleeveless Dress-OK, I adore this cute dress but I have an OCD issue with it.  Across the bodice, the lines from the pattern do not align across horizontally.  You cannot see what I mean in the photo, but the lines slant down and look like a novice seamstress put this together.  I used to be a seamstress so it is driving me crazy that the pattern wasn't sewn straight across.  What's weird is that they managed to cut and sew the backside straight across. I wish they had managed to do that to the front also.  Anyway, it is only really noticeable if you are really close to me.  If you stand back, the pattern looks really cool and you can't see the lines.  It's hard to explain. I am in love with this dress so I have a request in to Stitch Fix to exchange it.  Oh, and I forgot to mention that the colors in the photo are look bad.  They are actually navy, coral, white, and mint.  It is such a pretty color combo.

I am still waiting to hear back about the dress exchange before I decide what to do.  The dress is the piece that will make it or break for a complete buy of the whole kit and kaboodle.  I would love to finally buy a whole fix for the 25% discount but I am not quite sure what I am going to do as of yet.  I will update this post as soon as I know.

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UPDATED: I ended up keeping the pants and sending everything else back.  I just couldn't come to terms with the dress and the tank was way too expensive for what it is.  I didn't like the fit of the salmon/blue striped blouse.  The black blouse looked good on but isn't anything special.  Next fix is schedule for 6/21. 

Stitch Fix #6 Review (Yes, I am addicted)

I got my 6th fix last week and I really enjoyed this one. Here's what I got and how I felt about each piece:

1) Just Black Carter Skinny Ankle-Length Jeans---These beautiful cantaloupe colored pants are amazing. They fit me perfectly in the waist and rear, but are a tad bit long in length. I will alter them soon myself. I love how comfortable these are. The fabric is super soft. *KEPT*

2) Nally and Millie Leeann Reversible Tank Dress---The color and basic design of this dress is nice but it does nothing for me in terms of fit. Without a belt, it has no shape whatsoever. I needed this a few months ago when I was full blown pregnant. :P

3) Daniel Rainn Liah Dot Print Cinched Waist Blouse---This shirt is very pretty but the print made Clayton and I both think of a giraffe. I would have kept it if it had been more colorful and wasn't so easy to wrinkle. Please ignore the cantaloupe pants. I know they don't match. 

4) Honey Punch Payge Striped Cross-Back Sweater---This sweater is so pretty. Lovely mint color and cool cross-back design. In the upper left pic, I wore it with a white tank underneath since it is fairly thin. In the pic of the back, the white thing you can see is the style card hanging from the tag. *KEPT*

5) Mia Melon Paloma Back Cutout Jersey Top---I have to say that I despise the back of this top. The bottom hem scallops like the shape of a butt and ended up making mine look huge. I don't like the back cutout or the loose fit. It does nothing for my figure. The color is beautiful and I really like the neckline though. The white thing that you see in the back is the style card hanging from the tag. Sorry I somehow deleted the pic of the card and I already sent it back to SF.

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Stitch Fix #5 and #4 Reviews

I am going to begin with my #5 fix that I just received this past Saturday.  If you have no clue what I am talking about or want to read about how the service works, check this previous post.  I adore this service and it excites me to get a box custom-designed for me every 2 weeks (that's how close I schedule my fixes but you can schedule one whenever you desire with no obligation).  To receive your own fixes, simply go to Stitch Fix and get started.  It's easy and fun!

Here's what I got in fix #5:

1) Kensie Lizzeth Polka Dot Sweater - Love this! It is thin and feels awesome. The color is more of a fall color though and I am looking for spring items now. If I had received this in September, I would have definitely kept it. It was hard sending it back!

2) Lasome Debbie Dot Print V-Neck Dress - I admit that I was underwhelmed when I pulled this out of the box. It lacked color and looked boring.  And then I put it on.  My opinion completely changed.  The fluttery sleeves and V-neck (on front and back) are so cute! LOVE this dress. It is super silky feeling and doesn't wrinkle at all. I wore it immediately after trying it on. I paired it with a tiny black belt and a magenta cardigan. It was perfect for my surprise trip to stay-the-night in Charlotte (the boys surprised me for Mother's Day for fun and good eats in the city).---KEPT 

3) Eight Sixty Arizona Striped Jersey Dress - I have another admission to make. I hated this when I saw it in the box. It's a good thing that these stylists really know what they are doing because I would have passed on this dress if I had seen it in a store. The pleats at the waistline and the scoop neckline in the back made it a winner. The fabric feels amazingly soft and the blue stripes are pretty. I wore this on Sunday to Mother's Day breakfast and was complimented. I wore a skinny black belt and a bright yellow cardigan.---KEPT 

4) Lasome Taylor Geo Print Cowl Neck Dress - The fabric on this dress is ugly, in my opinion. It looks like something someone in the 70's would have worn. Blech. I love the cowl neck feature but that's about it.

5) Very J Alaina Striped Button-Up Tank - This shirt felt so good that I wanted to keep it just for the comfort. Unfortunately, it was too loose and made me look pregnant again. The striped fabric colors are pretty but I disliked the blue trim fabric used on the collar. It was kinda holy and looked cheap. This shirt looks like it could have easily been bought at Wal-Mart so it was a big fat no.

Stitch Fix #4 - I tried all of these items on but didn't take pics. This fix was a total bust for me. The green skirt was cute but made me look a tad bit too wide (though that could be because I was only 5 weeks post-partum). I may request it to reappear in my next fix because I really liked it. I just hope that they have a larger size. The sweater was a no-go immediately. I hate gold metals and colors. I have that noted on my profile but I still got this, even though the stripes are a brownish gold. The chevron dress was a huge no-go for me. I dislike ikat patterns because they have rough edges (and usually weird color combos) and the chevrons on this had the rough edges that I despise. It also had a huge hi-low hemline and I have now made sure a note on my profile that I do not like that trend. The polka dot dress was absolutely lovely but fit me totally wrong. I wanted it to work so badly! The colors and print were so pretty. The waistline sit in a weird spot on me though and it didn't work. The lace top was nice but puckered at my chest. It wasn't very soft either so got sent back also. Sigh... that was the first time that I lost my $20 stylist fee. I learned a lot from this fix though so I have now updated my profile to reflect my preferences even more. My future fixes should be even more personalized now. :)

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Stitch Fix #3 {Review}

I happily received box #3 last week from Stitch Fix (if you have no clue what I am referring to, click this link to see my first post about it). I have my profile set to no accessories except scarves right now so I got 5 tops this go round. One of these tops ended up being instantly loved by me.  Can you guess which one?

The coral top featured in the middle of the collage{Camden Geo Print Side-Ruched Top} was the hands-down winner this time around. I almost kept the black/white striped top {Donna Tiered Striped Tank} but ultimately decided to send it back. The cardigan {Elias Striped Back Open Cardigan} would have been fine (it fit perfectly) but I didn't care for the striped back on it or the weird lapels on the front. The lapels were not cool at all in my opinion and my husband agreed. I absolutely hated the long blue top in the bottom right {Valdina Waist Cinch Tunic Top}. It is not my style at all. The fabric felt good but the uneven hemline is a big no for me. It also didn't fit underneath my arms correctly. I couldn't raise my arms. The sweater {Rocio Colorblock Cotton Knit Sweater} on the bottom left fit like a garbage bag according to Clayton, lol. Where was this top when I was pregnant 5 weeks ago? I love the colors of it but the cut is just horrible. I don't want to look pregnant now that I am finally post-partum. Geez... Anyway, this fix was fun but I expect my next one to be better. It's coming this week. I made lots of comments on my check-out form so hopefully they learned even more about what I like and don't like.

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I have not been paid or asked to write this review. I just really love this service!

The Newest Fun Way to Clothes Shop---Get Your Fix On! { A Stitch Fix Review }

I have to admit that I have been on a bit of a spending spree lately when it comes to my wardrobe. I have NEVER been like this in the past because I could always find something more important than clothes to buy. Fashion is something that has never interested me in the least. I love wearing jeans and a comfortable top on any given day. Well, my eyes have been opened to wearing more flattering, girlier, and trendier clothes. The one misconception that I have always had was that trendy/nice equates to uncomfortable/expensive. It doesn't have to be that way! Since I have no idea how to create a cute outfit on my own, I began searching on Pinterest and Google. It turns out that I don't have to knowledgeable about fashion, I just need a little direction. That's where an amazing company called Stitch Fix comes in.  They really fit the bill for someone like me. I get 5 items mailed to me whenever I desire (no monthly requirements) and they are chosen especially for me by a stylist that knows all my preferences and body type. Each item comes from a boutique designer and all pieces come with style cards affixed that show 2 ways to wear each garment. Since I am a fashion dummy, these cards are my saving grace on how to match things up.

Sorry for the photo quality and sizing.  I didn't have Clayton to help me so I used my iPhone and the guest room mirror to take these. To see it better, click on the images and the whole collage will enlarge. I will post better individual pics of my next fix.  I ended up keeping the red striped shirt and the navy striped skater dress shown above it. I wanted to keep the dress in the upper right corner but it washed me out horribly.  If it had been any other background color, I would have bought it. The scarf was gorgeous but too warm for this time of year so I sent it back reluctantly. The pistachio/black/white cardigan was a total no-go for me.  I hated the color, geometric design, and it puckered at my chest. 

Considering that I just had a baby 4 weeks ago today, I know that my boobs and waist are a little bigger than normal. I had to take that into account when buying these fitted pieces. I didn't want to note the larger sizes in my profile because then the stylists would send me clothes that would be too loose once I return to normal.

Here's how it works:

1. You fill out a short survey to get put onto the wait list. The wait can be anywhere from a few hours to a few weeks. They are still relatively new and their popularity is now skyrocketing thanks to bloggers and pinners raving about them. It may take some time to get off the wait list but it is totally worth it. I think I got off the list around 2 weeks.

2. Once you get off the wait list, you will fill out a rather extensive survey so that they can accurately define your style and sizing. The more detailed you are, the better your stylist can "fix" you.

3. Schedule a fix. You will receive it around or on the day that you choose. You do not have to sign up for monthly shipments so it is nice to be able to get a fix whenever you desire.

4. When you receive your box, try everything on and decide what to keep and what to send back. You will have 3 days to decide. There is a convenient prepaid mailer for you to send items back via USPS.  I just stick mine out in the mailbox and the mail girl picks it up. Easy peasy!

5. After making your selections, you will go to your account on Stitch Fix and check out. Each item will have a small survey to fill out so that you can comment about what you loved and what you didn't. That helps the designers understand your tastes/sizes even more for future fixes. Your first box can be hit or miss, but subsequent boxes get better and better thanks to understanding your preferences more.

The nitty gritty:

You will pay a $20 styling fee to the designer before you get your box. If you decide to keep any of the 5 items, that $20 will go towards your purchase. In addition, if you decide to keep all 5 items, you get a 25% discount on the whole shebang. Love that!

Just a sidenote-I did not get asked to write this review nor did I receive any kind of compensation for it. It is entirely my own opinion/experience. I just really enjoy the company! If you decide to give it a whirl, please click any of the links in my post (Stitch Fix) to give me credit for sending you there.  I would much appreciate it as I am addicted at this point, lol. I am getting fix #3 next week and cannot wait to see it. :)