Stitch Fix #4

My 4th Stitch Fix arrived today! It was happily waiting for me at my door when I got home from work.  I opened the box to peek inside as soon as I got home and found these pretties.  I just have to say that my designer, Megan, does an amazing job picking things out for me! I just love seeing what she comes up with!

 

 

Item #1: RD Style Maureen Twisted Seam Elbow Patch Sweater $64

My first impression: My high school math teacher wore elbow patches... didn't know they were 'in' again. :)  Anyways, this sweater is cotton/acrylic blend with suede elbow patches.  It has an open weave but is definitely warm enough for a cool fall day.  In this picture, I layered it with a tank underneath.  It is slightly longer in the back than the front.  It would pair very nicely with a dress pant or a jean.

My decision: Keep



 

Item #2: Papermoon Talulah Plaid Print Henley Top $44
My first impression: I like the color of this plaid shirt.  It is unlike the other plaid shirts in my closet.  It has a three-quarter sleeve that can be buttoned up to a half sleeve.  It is a sheer polyester, so I could play with neutral, pink or blue for an undershirt.  This could work for spring, summer or fall weather if worn as is.  When paired with the cobalt blazer from an earlier fix, I could also be worn throughout the winter.  The fit is nice, the cut is nice.
My decision:  Keep

Item #3: Kut From The Kloth Kate Distressed Boyfriend Jean $78
My first impression: This was actually the first item that I pulled out of the box and put on!  They have been pictured in the last two photos.  While I normally do not purchase a distressed jean since I wear jeans to the office about half of the time, I love the fit of these jeans!  They are so comfortable that I can see them being a favorite after working-hours jean for me.  I like them with the plaid shirt above for a dressed down look.
My decision: Keep

Item #4: Street Level Parvin Reversible Hang Tag Detail Tote $64
My first impression: This is something that I hate to shop for!  I don't enjoy picking out totes or purses.  So when I first pulled it out of the box, I thought oh boy.... it's nice and I didn't have to go shopping for it!  This tote is actually quite perfect for me.  As a mother, I am always carrying things for my kids.  As a college student, I end up carrying my planner and notebooks back and forth with me to work so I can study over my lunch hour.  This tote is spacious enough that it really is very functional.  The insert can come out completely, so if I carry it to tote my schoolwork, I can pull out the liner if I decide to dine out with coworkers.
My decision:  Keep

Item #5: Mystree Cris Pintuck Detail Knit Top

My first impression: This is a super soft knit top in a beautiful color!  My style card suggested that I pair it with a pair of leggings, so I put this on with my Kut From The Kloth Knit Pants from a previous fix.  I think this would look great with a pair of my boots, dressy sandals, or my ballet flats.  The arms are fitted enough that if I get chilled on a super cold winter day, I can pull one of my cardigans that I keep at the office on as well.  And I love the color!

My decision: Keep



All in all this fix was an absolute success!  Here's how my decision played out: my favorite piece was the sweater.  My next favorite was the tote.  I really liked the plaid top.  Then I tried on the tunic and loved the color and fit on me.  It fit in perfectly with my existing wardrobe.  I was unsure about the jean just because it was distressed, but if I kept all five items, then I would end up only paying $6 for the jean since I would be getting 25% off of the entire fix.  So I decided that I would keep the jean and just choose to wear them on evenings and weekends.  The five items cost me a total of $216.00.

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My Third Stitch Fix

My third stitch fix arrived this afternoon.  In case you didn't know it was an option, you can go online to view the items after they have been shipped.  I cheated this weekend and peaked online to see what my designer picked out for me... but even after searching for the items online, seeing them in person today was so much better than what I had found! 

 

Item #1: Colibri Solid Tab Sleeve Blouse $48



My first impression: I'm so excited that it's purple!  It was the first item that I wanted to try on!  I slipped it on over the jeans that I wore to work today and.... hated how it fit around my waist!  It looked tight and unflattering at the waist line, but everywhere else fit just perfect.  Maybe with a skinny jean it would be better, but not my favorite pair of jeans :)  So I had to dig this back out tonight with a pair of dress pants.  Love it here with these pants.  I can see myself wearing this to the office. 

My decision: It was a very difficult decision, but sent back.

 

Item #2: Rosa Tab Sleeve V-Neck Blouse $58
My first impression:  I love myself in blue.  I tried this blouse on with both a pair of jeans and with my dress pants and I like it with both.  The sleeve can be worn long or it can be buttoned up just like the purple shirt above.  That might be nice on these early fall days when mother nature can't decide if it is going to be hot or cold in the morning.  This blouse won out over the purple because I could wear it with both jeans and dress pants.
My decision: Keep

 

Item #3: Missy Polka Dot Tab-Sleeve Blouse $48



My first impression: Umm... I think the color will wash me out.  When I pulled this one out of the pile, my son said, "I don't think so mom."  I told him well let's try this on.  So here we are... The fit is ok.  But that color.  Ok, so I liked the vibrant blouse from last month that was aqua.  But this is more pastel and just seems to make me look pale.  While I don't mind polka dots, I think maybe a smaller polka dot would look better on me.  I don't know... I think I look frumpy and bigger than I am in it.

My decision: Send back.

Item #4: Esteban Open Back Striped Top $48
My first impression: I asked for a sweater in this fix and I got it!  This sweater has a lightweight open knit design.  I love the fit and feel of it.  I liked how this sweater fit with both denim and dress pants.  The back of it has a fun little cut-out, but is still office appropriate.  The colors in it could be layered with my blazer from my last fix on a cold winter day.  I thought it was a great piece.... however, I was told that the stripes didn't do anything to flatter my figure.
My decision: Sadly... sent back.

Item #5: Rupert Mini Pave Triangle Necklace $32



My first impression: Very nice.  The little silver triangles sparkle pretty in the sunlight.  It's a nice dainty necklace that I could have easily picked out for myself.  It's got a fun shape that is unlike anything that I own.  It is neutral enough that I could wear it with several different outfits.

My decision: Keep

I would have to say this was another successful fix!  I kept two pieces that I really love on me.  I had two other options that I really liked, but decided to send back.  I only had one option that I didn't like.  My stylist did an awesome job!

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