My First Stitch Fix :)

I love the personalized service that Stitch Fix brings.  LOVE IT! The package came neatly folded and wrapped in a box.  I had to go fetch it from my post office this morning in the ice because they wouldn't leave it on my doorstep. I apologize for the hot mess in the pictures...  (both myself and my bedroom) we just moved in and instead of unpacking, I am blogging!

My personalized note: Awesome. Love it! I like the fact that the stylist Teresa looked at my profile, notes and pinterest page.  I can tell she really tried to take my likes and dislikes into consideration.

Item #1: 41Hawthorn McAdams Beaded Neckline Blouse $58 XL

First Impression:  I love the color of this shirt and the beautiful beading on the neckline. I have green eyes so this will make my them pop.. I also love that I can wear this year round.  The material is 100% polyester but it feels very high quality to me.  The beading makes this look as expensive as it costs. 

Review: I love it.  I loved the color, beading and the fit.  It fit perfectly! 

Verdict: KEEPING!!!! 

Item #2 41Hawthorn Norah Button Front V-Neck Long Sleeve Blouse $68 XL

First Impression:  My first impression of this is that I love the blouse, but the color might wash me right out.  As a teacher, I live on cardigans. I am trying to expand my blouse collection! 

Review: Just as I thought, the color DID NOT WORK.  I also didn't like the poofy sleeves at the shoulder and wrist.  I want to keep experimenting with blouses but this was def not a keeper.

Verdict: RETURNED

Item #3 Mystree Abigail Colorblock Lace Trim Top $58 XL

First  Impression: I LOVE LACE and I love the fact that my stylist (ha! I have a stylist!) picked up on that from my pinterest page. I love the different tones of blue used in this shell and the beautiful lace.  The shirt is a little sheer, I will have to wear something underneath it for school. This will look great with a cardigan or alone for a night out :) Hoping this fits :) Material: 97% Polyester 3% Spandex. Can machine was but recommended Dry Clean. 

Review: Did I mention that I love lace?  This was so cute, lightweight and flattering.  Love it! It isn't as sheer as I thought when I put it on. This will pair well with a cardigan and looks great alone :) Sorry the picture stinks.. lol

Verdict: Keeping

Item #4 Market & Spruce Corinna Striped Dolman Top $48 XL

First Impression: I am praying that this looks as good on as I think it will.  I LOVE IT.. I love the fact that I can wear this to work and wear this casually.  Material 60% Rayon, 35% Polyester, 5% Spandex.  I do wish this was cotton.. we will see how it is when I put this on. 

Review: I love the style and color of this shirt. I can wear this to work AND for a casual night out. Very excited to wear this! 

Verdict: KEEPING

Item #5 41Hawthorn Renesme Graphic Print Faux Wrap Dress $78 XL

First Impression: I LOVE IT! I both hope it fits, and hope it doesn't fit. (its expensive!) I love the wrap part. I am extremely hour glass shaped so I have a feeling that if this does fit right, it will highlight my small waist.  The material is 94% Polyester, 6% Spandex. 

Review: I like this dress... I like.. not love.  In order for me to keep this dress, I need to love it. It fit well, but I don't like the material.  I need something more structured in order to feel comfortable. For $78 bucks, it wasn't worth it to me! It is a great dress though!

Verdict: Returned. 

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I am keeping 3/5 items for a total of $144.  This is more than I would normally spend on clothes, but I have to say it was so much fun trying things on and trying NEW things I wouldn't have tried before.  I think that is the best part about it. Normally, we stick to the same things, it is nice to have a refresher.  It definitely isn't cheap and I won't be doing this every month.

If you keep all the options, you get a 25% discount... so sometimes you make out better with all 5 rather than returning 1.  All of these together would have been $217.50 ($310- $20(styling fee)- $72.50 (25% discount). 

If you would like to try Stitch Fix, please use the following link.. This poor teacher will appreciate the credit :)

https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/4637288

First thoughts on Stitch Fix, a clothing/styling service.

I signed up for Stitch Fix a few months ago, but couldn't bring myself to pull the trigger.  If finally did.  How it works: you sign up, fill out a style profile (takes a few minutes) and a professional stylist picks out clothes for you to try.  (There is a $20 styling fee).  Initially, I was worried because I am 5'8" and curvy (14/16).  They only carry up to an XL and a size 14. Some brands I am a 14, some I am a 16.. I didn't take a risk with that so I requested only tops and dresses.  It is a pain in the rear end being the top of the regular sizing scale. Too big for some stores, too small for plus sizing. I really hope they expand their sizing soon!

I received my box today. From first glance, I have to say I am in LOVE with 4/5 pieces.  I love the personalized service.  Some blogs I read criticize Stitch Fix for selling at a retail price and they dislike the fact that they are able to find the same pieces for much cheaper. I get that, but you pay for the service of someone picking out your clothes, the shipping to and from and their overhead.  This is much more than just clothes, it is a service.  Now, that being said, I am not being paid by Stitch Fix for writing this blog, I just think that you pay for the service as well as the clothes.  When I filled out the style profile, I picked the cheapest option possible because I am getting married, bought a house and a poor teacher.  I plan on doing this every other to every 3 months. We will see how it goes :)

If you would like to try Stitch Fix, please use the following link.. This poor teacher will appreciate the credit :)

https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/4637288