September Stitch Fix Review

It's that time again!!! Time for my monthly Fix. I was so excited to see what my stylist had put together for me. September is a hard month though, in my opinion... I am ready for boots, scarves and sweaters, but the 90-100 degree heat index still says shorts or bathing suits.

For those of you that are maybe just reading my blog, or have never heard of Stitch Fix, it's so much fun!!! It's a subscription service (you can choose monthly, or more or less frequent if you like!) and you have personal stylists that put together 5 items just for you based on your style profile, Pinterest wish board, budget and even suggestions. You only have to keep what you like, but if you keep all 5 you get a 25% discount!! You can send the items back just by putting them in a pre-postaged bag provided by Stitch Fix (how easy is that?!).  For more details see my blog post here.  You can also sign up for your own Fix by using this link here.

Anyways... Now for the fun part. Dress up and Stitch Fix reveal :)

Stitch Fix #3

I am always torn at the beginning.... whether to go straight to the clothes or look at my styling card first.

 

Item: 41Hawthorn Endsley Wrap Dress in Navy

Opinion: This dress is cute, comfortable and classy. I don't own any wrap dresses like this so it's definitely different. It also has a neat geometric texture to it. I know I could wear it with heels and pearls for a classic look, or with a blazer and ballet flats for work. As crazy as it is too, when I put it on I couldn't help but think if we had another baby how easy this dress would be for breast feeding!! Haha!!! (Maybe that's because NK asked for a baby sister when she woke up this morning...)

Verdict: unsure!!! I really like it and KNOW I would get my wear out of it... But I am still kinda torn. I feel like something about it makes my hips look kinda big. BUT it has buttons that I think I could get my mama to move for me to make it a little more fitted :)  The worst part, I wish I had a blazer to wear with it!!  Maybe I should request one in my next Fix ;)

 

My little model, Norah Kate.  Please, excuse her tongue sticking out. (and the roll of toilet paper in her hand??)

Item: Pixley Embellished Skirt

Opinion: and this my friends, is why I love Stitch Fix!!! This skirt is SO cute and unique. I have really never seen anything in the store like this skirt :) (well, not locally anyways...) I love that it is so versatile. I could pair it with a black tank for date night (someone tell me what this is again??), a sweater and black tights for Winter, a black shirt and pumps for work. SO many options!!

Verdict: KEPT!!

 



My favorite part about this picture is Norah Kate wearing my booties.

 

 

Item: Margaret M Slimming Straight Leg Pant

 

Opinion:  You can't tell from the picture, but these are like a teal-green-blue color. (in between a navy and a green?).  Very cute.  I definitely don't own anything like them.  They are supposed to be "ankle length."  Obviously in my short legs, they are regular length (haha!)  But I don't think they look bad.  When I pulled these out of the box, I was not sure if I liked them or not, mainly because of the pattern on them.  I asked my stylist for colored skinny pants (preferably not denim so I could wear them to work too).  This was not what I was expecting, but I still think they are really nice.  I was kinda hoping for olive or burgundy.  However, I think these could also be a versatile piece and color for all seasons.

 

Verdict:  I am on the fence a little, but 99.9% sure I will keep them, just because they really do fit very well.

By the way, the necklace that I am wearing in several of these pictures was from Fix #1.  It's by Bay and Baubles I believe.  It has navy and green in it.  Very pretty piece!



 Item: 41Hawthorn Quilted Blouse

 

Review:  This was another piece that I was not sure about when I pulled it out of the box.  I did request something gray/silver, but I was thinking more of a silky/satin material.  However, I was keeping my mind open.  The quilted piece also made me think slightly of shoulder pads, but again....being open-minded.  Again, this is exactly why you should ALWAYS try on your Fix and with multiple outfits/ways too!  My stylist recommended it with the MargaretM pants above.  It was cute with those, but also really cute with the navy skinny jeans from Fix #2.

 

Verdict:  Again, on the fence with this one.  I really like  it, but not sure if I LOVE it....

My gut tells me if I am not 100% in love with it, I should send it back.

 

I liked this top better with the skinnies, but still feel like the sleeves and shoulders are a little weird.

 

With the Margaret M pants, as my stylist recommended :)



 

Item: Le Sample Embroidery Detail Racerback Tank

 

Opinion: This was a nice little surprise to my Fix.  Its black with cute coral stitching.  I  thought the embroidery was a nice touch.  Now, with all things sleeveless, I am thinking how it will layer in the colder months.  I actually have an Aztec cardigan with these colors in it :)  I also have a pair of light linen pants that I think this would be perfect with too!  AND I have a pair of coral shorts that it matches perfectly with!  Its soft and comfy and versatile.  That makes it a keeper in my book.

 

Verdict: Kept!

Norah Kate was such a sweetie during my fashion show. 

 

 

So, is this going to be a 5/5 Fix??  I would love your feedback and advice, because I am torn on a couple pieces.  Thanks for visiting my blog!  Come back next month for my next Stitch Fix review.  If you would like to sign up for your own Stitch Fix subscription you can use my referral link here!

 

XO- Katie

 

Check out my other posts about Stitch Fix :)

 

August 2015 Stitch Fix Review

 

Stitch Fix Rundown

 

 

 

 

 

August Stitch Fix Review

 

 

 

 

 

 

I received my second Stitch Fix and loved it!!

Here's what I got:

 

 

 

Item:  I loved the pattern in this Collective Concepts black and gold medallion blouse.  However, the gold straps kinda pinched my skin and pulled my hair (because it was a little chain like).  It also was a little big under the arms.

Opinion:  I liked it, but didn't LOVE it. It was cute by itself (especially with gold hoops, skinny jeans and black sandals), but I couldn't wear it to work and it did not look right with a cardigan over it.

Verdict: Returned.

 

Item: Margaret M Pencil Skirt.

Opinion: As soon as I pulled this one out of the box I loved it.  The patter, colors and everything.  You can't see from the picture very well, but it was navy with gold and burgundy undertones.  Very versatile.  I could wear it in the summer with a cream sleeveless blouse, dress it up with a neutral colored blazer, or soften the look in the winter with a cream sweater.  It looks amazing with flats or heels.  The length is perfect.

Verdict:  It was a bit snug.  I contacted StitchFix and they have it in the next size up.  I am exchanging it for the next size.  Kept!!

 

 

 

Item: Just Black Skinny Jean in Navy

Opinion:  If I would have looked at the price of these jeans before putting them on, I would have never tried them.  However, they fit like a GLOVE.  They were super stretching and felt like jeggings with a well-made look.  They are ankle length (I love that SF has petite sizes!!).  Let me just say again how comfortable and flattering they were.  I mean, hugged my curves just right!

Verdict: I would not normally pay the price for these jeans, but they are extremely comfy and I feel like I will get my wear out of them. Also, I haven't bought jeans in a long while.... Kept! (trying not to have buyers guilt with this one!)

 

 

Item: 41Hawthorn Pleated Blouse in Turquoise

Opinion: While this top fit good, and I loved the color and the fact that I could wear it year round with shorts, jeans, dress slacks, capris, skirts etc... Something about the neck line was kinda weird and I didn't just LOVE it enough to keep it.

Verdict: Returned.

 

 

Item: Gilli Maxi Dress

Opinion:  As soon as I laid my hands on this I knew it was a keeper unless it just plainly didn't fit right.  The fabric was SOOOOOOOO soft!!  I loved the way it has the t-shirt/jersey material at the top and the flowy/stretchy feel of the bottom.  I was very nervous about the length, because I usually can not buy maxis because they are a foot too long.  The length was perfect.  I am also obsessed with the top of this dress because it fit so well.  I am very small chested (thanks to breastfeeding x2....).  But the way this drapes over my boobs it very flattering.  The colors are also very "me." I love corals and turquoise.  I thought it would be great too in the fall with a jean jacket or tan blazer/cardigan, or even a tan leather jacket, with booties and clunky turquoise jewelry.

Verdict:  If you can't tell from my description, this one was a keeper. :)

 

PS: I wore this dress yesterday and received a ton of compliments!  Thanks StitchFix (or Hannah, my stylist)!

 

 

Overall, I was very excited to see the items   in my second Stitch Fix. I love the excitement of seeing new stuff every month or so. Its also so cool to have clothes/items that not everyone else has. Not to mention, Stitch Fix has some great quality stuff and the texture of their fabrics is so soft, comfy and amazing! Even if I don't keep but one or two things, I think it is overall fun just to try on and see what my stylist puts together. I also love that I do have an opinion in what I receive.

If you'd like to try out Stitch Fix for yourself click here.

I hope to see a denim vest in my next fix and maybe some cute jewelry pieces!

If you missed my first post of the Stitch Fix rundown, for more details click here!

Thanks for visiting my blog! Be on the look out for another review in about a month!

 

XO

Katie 

 

Stitch Fix: What's the Fuss All About?

Anyone that knows me knows I have a LOVE for fashion and clothes. I always have.  Even as a little girl, I would go to my grandma's house and she would take me to the Gainesville Mall to shop at Limited Too. I loved all the cute clothes!!

In middle and high school I looked forward to back to school and Christmas shopping, homecoming, Easter, Prom, Graduation and Honors Day/Night because it was an excuse to buy new outfits!

So it makes perfect sense for me to LOVE Stitch Fix.

If you haven't heard of Stitch Fix, let me give you a quick rundown:

You start by filling out your style profile. This helps your stylist determine your size, taste, budget, likes and dislikes.  They give you examples of outfits and you say wether you "love It, Like It, Don't really Like It or Hate It." 

You then tell them how "adventurous" you want to be with your fixes.

For instance, my profile kinda reads that I prefer business casual due to my job, that my dresses need to be knee length, I would rather not show cleavage, I my budget is X amount, I prefer petite sizes if they have them and that I don't mind being adventurous every once in a while but I would rather stick to my preferred tastes. (of course there are other more specific details as well....)

Also, you can request specific patterns, clothing pieces or themes (i.e. Blazer, denim vest, maxi dress, romper) or something for a special event ("I am going to a wedding.") in notes to your stylist.

Then you schedule your fix and excitedly wait!!! (You can schedule your fixes for how frequent/in frequent you need to :))

When you receive your StitchFix box you will have 5 items (clothing and/or accessories) chosen based on your style profile. You also receive a note from your stylist. (I get more excited about my Note than anything I think!!) The note has a styling card attached to it with ideas of how to wear the items.

My 5 Items!

My Styling Card with Styling Suggestions for my Fix items!

You then have 3 business days to decide what you want to keep and send back!

I usually try on and "play dress up" with similar styles they recommended!

Photo Credit: Norah Kate Thompson
My Skinnies and turquoise top in my August fix

They send you a pre-postaged bag so you can seal up and just drop the items you don't want to keep right in your mailbox! It's so simple!!

Photo Credit: Norah Kate Thompson
My maxi dress from my August Fix.

You then go to your account and let your stylist know what you are keeping. I try to leave specific feedback too as to why I didn't keep something, or even why I did! It really helps the stylist fine tune your tastes/fit etc.  if something doesn't fit, you may be able to exchange it for a different size if they have it, free of charge!

The best part: if you keep all 5 items, you get a 25% discount!!!

It is fun, exciting and so easy!!!  It's also free to join :)

Use my referral link if you'd like to give it a try! Or even if you'd just like to see what it's all about: 

https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/5549384

Leave me a comment and let me know your thoughts!!!

XO

Katie