My First Stitch Fix

For those of you not familiar with Stitch Fix, you can have your own online personal shopper.  That means no arranging childcare, no having to drive, and no dealing with crowds.  Plus the best part is that it's almost like giving yourself a gift!  Quick, simple, and easy.  You go to the Stitch Fix website and fill out a quick survey and viola you have your own personal shopper.  You set your own budget, so the items that you will receive are all within the price range you are comfortable with.  When the Fix is shipped, a $20 fee is charged to your credit card.  If you keep anything in the box, the $20 is applied to that item.  Anything you don't like, just dropped it in the mail in the enclosed return envelope (free shipping!).  I linked my Stitch Fix with my Pinterest board where I have pinned outfits that I like.  The more detail that you provide your shopper, the more your shopper will get to know your preferences.

Each fix comes with five items.  Each item has a style card with tips on mixing and matching the new items with things you may already have in your closet. 

 

As soon as I opened the pretty wrapping and read the card from my stylist, I was so excited when I saw what I was sent.  Loved the colors and textures that I saw when I pulled these beauties from the box.  Here is a picture of my five items:

 
Item #1: Elmes Striped Button Down Tank Top $48
My first impression:  Loved the color and feel of the tank.  It has stripes of soft green, grey and white.  The fabric was wonderfully soft.  This will be great for my vacation next month.  (Sorry, technology at it's finest - couldn't get this picture to rotate!)
My decision: Keep.

Item #2: Moni Stud Detail Tile Print Top $58
My first impression: Not sure of the pattern, but let's give it a try.  The fabric has a silky, rayon feel to it.  The studs are subtle, but hmm I'm not sure about them.  After putting the shirt on, I fiddled with the sleeves.  They have an elastic band at the end of the sleeve and a slight puffiness accented by studs.  While I liked the cut and feel of the shirt, I didn't live the sleeve.  It felt uncomfortable. I did like the top with a pair of dress pants although the sleeve still felt uncomfortable.
My decision: Tough call, but sent back.

 

Item #3: Peyton Lightweight Solid Scrunch Infinity Scarf $36
First impression: Love the color.  Love the soft fabric.  Love the lightweight feel of it.  My designer nailed it!  Love this pretty little baby.
My decision: Definitely a keeper!

Item #4: Wakeman Crochet Open Cardigan $54
My first impression: a lovely color and feel to this cardigan.  I'm telling you, this cardigan is a gem.  The color and style of it makes this a very versatile piece.  The open crochet design will make it lightweight enough to wear in the summer, yet enough to ward off the chill of air conditioning.  I can see this fitting very nicely into my existing wardrobe.  As the style card told me, I put this on over the tank (hey look, you can see the tank upright! haha).  The fit, feel, and style of it are just perfect. 
My decision: Definitely a keeper!

Item #5: Katelin Sleeveless Ikat Elastic Waist Dress $68
First impression:  While I generally like a halter style dress, I usually get one with a v-neck and an open back.  The design is a bit louder than I am used to.  However keeping an open mind, I went to try it on.  Well, let's say that this dress just didn't fit.  At all.  Laughed so hard that I cried as I tried my best to get this dress on.  After I gave up, I wasn't sure that I could get it off.  Didn't fit in my chest, waist, or hips.
My decision: Send back.

 

 

I would say that this fix was a success.  Three keepers out of five.  It was obvious that my stylist took the time to browse my pinterest board and preferences when picking out items for me.

 

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