Stitch Fix

Summer Stitch Fix Review (#3!)

July 20, 2016 by Ann Leave a Comment

I haven’t gotten a “Fix” for several months, but I had some credit built up and was looking for some pieces to refresh my summer rotation of clothes, so I scheduled a box for this week–and it came!

If you’re not familiar with Stitch Fix, here’s how it works: you order a “Fix” (a box of clothes) based on a style profile you fill out about yourself–colors, sizes, styles, patterns, lifestyle. A stylist picks five items for you (from skirts to tops to earrings to jeans), which are sent to you in the mail. The five items are a surprise! You try on clothes at home with the wardrobe you actually have, keep what you love, and send the rest back in a pre-paid envelope. It’s remarkably simple.

Why I like Stitch Fix in this season of life:

1. I’m not in a season where I can spend much money on clothes, and I can set my price point with Stitch Fix. Also, if I buy all 5 items in the box, there’s a 25% discount on everything.

2. I don’t have to leave the house. Three words: Kid. Time. Heat Index of over 100 degrees.

3. I can get a “Fix” as often or as rarely as I want. I don’t get mine regularly (although many people do); usually, I request a box when I have an event coming up where I need a specific item (a dress for a wedding, for example).

4. The cost is a $20 styling fee, which goes toward any item you purchase.

5. Stitch Fix works for women in almost any season of life. From teenagers to retirees, they’ve got clothes for women in many stages, sizes (even maternity!), and professions.

My box just came this week; here’s my review–so many great pieces in here (and I loved opening up the box to find these colors and patterns!)

First up, the Carmela Printed Crochet Detail Flare Skirt. The colors and are so fun, and while the pattern isn’t one I would have picked up in a store, the crochet detail above the knee is really lovely. I paired it with a casual tee shirt, which is right in line with my summer style. This is part of why I love Stitch Fix; I can try on the pieces that they send with what I already own and see how it will actually work (or not work) with my current wardrobe.

Carmela Printed Crochet Detail Flare Skirt

I’m honestly still on the fence about this skirt. It’s flowy and soft and the design is beautiful! I’m just not sure if I’ll wear it enough to justify purchasing it, as I already have a lot of skirts. What do you think?

The second item in my fix was the Roquette Off the Shoulder Tunic. Off the shoulder tops are all the rage this summer, and this top was airy, lightweight, and was comfortable to wear.

Roquette Off the Shoulder Tunic

I think I’ll be sending this one back; as cute as it is, I don’t have a lot of reasons to wear an off the shoulder top, and it was a bit baggy.

Ok, on to the third and fourth item in the box–the Lucienne Knit Maxi Dress and the Carlos Turquoise Stone Collar Necklace. I’m a bit of a pushover for a good Maxi dress–it’s like wearing pajamas all day but looking put together! And the Lucienne Knit Maxi Dress had me when I saw the strap/shoulder situation. I love the higher neck!

Lucienne Knit Maxi Dress

Here’s the closeup of the Carlos Turquoise Stone Collar Necklace. This is a fun necklace, with some really creative details, but I don’t think I’m going to keep it. I usually wear more delicate pieces (unless I’m rocking a 31 Bits necklace!), and I can’t foresee wearing this any time in the future.

Carlos Turquoise Stone Collar Necklace

The last piece in my fix was the 41 Hawthorn Merise Split Neck Tunic. My stylist gave me such a great fix–this top is right up my alley, too. It’s a little on the preppy side, and perfect for the crazy heat we’re having in the Midwest. Sadly, it was a little too tight in the hips for my preference, and going up a size would have made the top too big. It has to go back.

That’s it this time around–and it’s getting me excited for my next fix. Maybe this Fall? Let me know if you have any questions, and if you want to try Stitch Fix, please click this link and I will get a referral credit. And tell me how it works out for you!

Filed Under: About, Life, Motherhood Tagged With: carlos turquoise stone collar necklace, carmela printed crochet detail flare skirt, lucienne knit maxi dress, merise split neck tunic, roquette off the shoulder tunic, Stitch Fix

Stitch Fix Reveiw #2

November 13, 2015 by Ann 1 Comment

I’m back for another Stitch Fix review, and this is a good one! I did a review last month, and it was a big hit. So, while this space isn’t often used for clothes and fashion, I do love highlighting services that make life easier and companies that I believe in. See below* if you’ve never heard about Stitch Fix!

First up, I asked my stylist for a dress to wear to an upcoming seminary gala we have in December. I would have loved something midi-length, but nothing was available. She sent the Brixon Ivy Lezlie Dress. It’s a classic cocktail dress with a lengthened overlay (I’ve had issues with Stitch Fix dressed being too short), and it’s a lovely dress with jewel detailing at the neck.

Brixon Ivy Lezlie Dress

I just didn’t love it enough; probably because I’ve got plenty of black dresses in my closet already. It’s going back!

Next up, a pair of Kut from the Kloth Jonathan Skinny Corduroy in slate gray. I really like these cords; they’re super comfortable, stretchy, and actually are fairly long (again, tall girl issues…most pants and dresses are too short for me unless I want to rock the “waiting for a flood” look!).

Kut from the Kloth Jonathan Skinny Corduroy
31 Bits Necklace from my last fix!

The issue here is that I think I would need to size down, but then the pants would be too short for me. Bummer, but they’re going back, too.

I love this next item: the Market & Spruce Katlan Button Down Top. It looks like Fall exploded on a button-down, and I mean that in the best way possible! My husband loves it, and I do, too. It’s plenty long in the front and back, and it’s both soft and structured. Win! I’m definitely keeping this one.

Market & Spruce Katlan Button Down Top

I paired the Market & Spruce Katlan Button Down Top with the Market & Spruce Kempsey Puffer Vest with knit lining. I specifically asked for a vest, and this one is wonderfully warm without being bulky, soft with a bit of sheen, and will work well with lots of items I already own. Keep!

Market & Spruce Kempsey Puffer Vest

The last item in my box was a purse: the Street Level Lambert Laser-Cut Clutch. It’s in the dark purple colorway, and while I think the laser cut-outs are a really lovely detail, I’m not much of a purse girl. It does act as a wristlet, which I do like, but it’s going back.

Street Level Lambert Laser-Cut Clutch

Overall, this box was a 2/5, which is great since I have Stitch Fix credit to cover most of both of the items. Let me know if you use Stitch Fix and what you have found that you love!

*Here’s how Stitch Fix works: you order a “Fix” (a box of clothes) based on a style profile you fill out about yourself–colors, sizes, styles, patterns, lifestyle. A stylist picks five items for you (from sweaters to scarves to earrings to skirts to jeans), which are sent to you in the mail. The five items are a surprise! You try on clothes at home with the wardrobe you actually have, keep what you love, and send the rest back in a pre-paid envelope. It’s remarkably simple.

Why I like Stitch Fix in this season of life:

1. I’m not in a season where I can spend much money on clothes, and I can set my price point with Stitch Fix. Also, if I buy all 5 items in the box, there’s a 25% discount on everything.

2. I don’t have to leave the house. Three words: Toddler. Time. Winter.

4. The cost is a $20 styling fee, which goes toward any item you purchase.

5. Stitch Fix works for women in almost any season of life. From teenagers to retirees, they’ve got clothes for women in many stages, sizes (even maternity!), and professions.

If you want to try Stitch Fix, please click this link and I will get a referral credit. And let me know how it works out for you!

Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: Brixon Ivy Lezlie Dress, Kut from the Kloth Jonathan Skinny Corduroy, Market & Spruce Katlan Button Down Top, Market & Spruce Kempsey Puffer Vest, Stitch Fix, stitch fix fashion, Stitch Fix review, Street Level Lambert Laser-Cut Clutch

Clothes, Coffee, and Cloth. Or, Starting Over with Stitch Fix: How I Got My Best Fix Ever

September 27, 2015 by Ann 2 Comments

I don’t write much about clothes; in this space, I share a lot about my life and what God is doing in it, about what he’s doing in the world, about how I encounter him in unexpected moments. Occasionally, I’ll highlight a company I believe in who is doing amazing things in the world: Hand & Cloth and Sweet Aroma Coffee are two of my favorites (if you haven’t heard of these organizations, do yourself and the world a favor and hop over to their websites to read about their meaningful missions).

Here’s the truth: the most important thing we should put on every day is love. Still, the other truth is that we all have to wear clothes (at least in public!), and Stitch Fix can be a great option. If you haven’t heard about it, head to the bottom of this post to read about it.*

While I’ve tried Stitch Fix several times, I just recently got a box of clothes where everything worked for me. I’d gotten a few boxes that had been hit or miss; this time, my stylist nailed it. Here’s what I did differently:

I overhauled my Style Profile, and I got ruthless with it. I cut out any color and fabric and style I really didn’t like and stopped trying to leave too many options open for my stylist. I’m up for trying new things–the scarf in this Fix was just that for me–but I also don’t want to be wearing orange.
The Analisse Anorak Jacket: a cargo jacket in a color I love. Win!
I started a Pinterest page solely for my stylist and gave her the link. High maintenance? Maybe. But if I’m going to spend money on a stylist/clothes, I want her to have as much information as she can on my style and what I’m looking for. I pinned 20 images of styles and items that I wanted to try, and pointed out specific ones that I really wanted in my notes.
The Fierro Elbow Patch Crew Neck Sweater
and Evergreen Dream Multi-Bead Necklace from 31 Bits
I told my stylist exactly what I was looking for. In the past, I had mentioned that I loved cardigans. But I got cardigans that were too short or too thin. This time, I told my stylist that I wanted something to cover my rear…and guess what I got? Yep, a long-ish cardigan. Also, I knew I wanted a 31 Bits necklace (another great company!) in bright colors and asked for one. That’s what I got. Our stylists aren’t therapists or best friends. They can’t read our minds. If you really want a total surprise, don’t fill out the notes section. But if you actually need a new pair of high-waisted skinny jeans, don’t just say that you need jeans. Tell your stylist that you need high-waisted skinny jeans. Just like I can’t expect my husband to read my mind, I can’t expect my stylist to read my mind, either. Communicating with a Stitch Fix stylist is just like communicating with anyone: be honest, be clear, be kind. And know that she has her own limitations, too; she can’t get you everything you want. As with Stitch Fix, so with life: you can’t always get what you want.
The Colton Marled Knit Cardigan and
Timber Vintage Plaid Infinity Scarf

Why I like Stitch Fix in this season of life:

1. I’m not in a season where I can spend much money on clothes, and I can set my price point with Stitch Fix. Also, if I buy all 5 items in the box, there’s a 25% discount on everything.

2. I don’t have to leave the house. Three words: Toddler. Time. Winter.

4. The cost is a $20 styling fee, which goes toward any item you purchase.

5. Stitch Fix works for women in almost any season of life. From teenagers to retirees, they’ve got clothes for women in many stages, sizes (even maternity!), and professions.

If you want to try Stitch Fix, please click this link and I will get a referral credit. And let me know how it works out for you!