Stich Fix catch up -- fixes four, five and six
I've been horrible about blogging about my fixes from Stitch Fix. Things have been busy, I've had other things I've wanted to blog about and the summer was traumatic with my phone breaking (to no fault of mine), being replaced, the replacement breaking (again, not my fault) and being replaced. Pictures of my fourth fix were on the broken phone which didn't back up correctly. I'm still traumatized by this as lots of great pictures, texts, etc. were lost.
With the holiday season rapidly approaching (or is it already here?), I wanted to check you all up on the goodies I've received from Stitch Fix and hopefully provide more reasoning to why you should sign up and/or sign someone you love up for it. Side note: Let's be honest, if you are going to sign up I'd love you to the moon and back if you would use my referral code: https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3392664.
Now all of that has been said, let's get down to the good stuff. The contents of three fixes I have neglected to blog about. Get yourself cozy because this is going to be a long blog.
Alright, the pictures I took were lost in the chaos of my phones breaking. I hope none of you have to experience what I went through. It is traumatic. So, I've taken pictures of the lovely styling cards. It was this or no blog.
First up, we have the Zayn Paisley Dot Print Fit & Flare Dress by Mystree:
I wasn't sure about this dress just looking at it. I was concerned with the fact the pattern was over the area I try to hide...my stomach. But my rule is to try everything on because you just never know (remember the off white dress from fix number two? Perfect example). I tried it once and kind of liked it so I set it aside. I tried it on the next night and liked it a little more. Verdict: Keep!
The next item was the Halia Striped Pleated Skirt by Pink Martini:
At first sight, it was love. I loved the colors and design. Of course I loved the fact it was a skirt as well since I prefer skirts and dresses to wear over pants and shorts. I was excited to try it on. I knew there was little chance I wouldn't keep it. And then I attempted to try it on. I couldn't get it on. So I looked at the size. They sent the wrong size. I did my best not to cry but I was quite sad I would have to send this back. If Pink Martini is out there and reading this, I would give nearly anything to purchase this dress. Hit me up please. Verdict: Unfortunately returned it.
The next item was the Shoshana Cowl Neck Cotton Tank by Three Dots:
Hmm, a white shirt. Without sleeves. Not so thrilled with it at first look. But I tried it on. Not bad. I tried it on with numerous skirts I have. It worked. I could easily pair it with a cardigan or jean jacket to cover my arms. Verdict: Keep
The fourth item is the Callie Denim Jacket by Kut From The Kloth:
This stylist obviously gets me. A jean jacket is a must have item for me in the spring, summer and early fall. It easily goes with dresses and skirts when I want to cover my arms, especially for work. Sorry, I have a thing against bare arms in the workplace. Unfortunately, I had just purchased a new denim jacket from The Limited a few weeks before. I tried it on though because I liked the look. It didn't fit quite right though so I was unable to justify keeping it, especially since I just bought a denim jacket. Verdict: Return
The fifth item was the Sandra Layered Pearl Flower Necklace by Bay to Baubles. I don't have a picture of it. It was along the lines of a statement necklace. It wasn't bad but there was a slight tangle with one of the flowers so it didn't lay flat. In the five minutes of looking at it, the tangle was killing my OCD. I couldn't handle it. Verdict: Return
With my fifth fix, I asked for a colored blazer to wear with my numerous black shirts. I'm not one for jackets but my PR mentor often wears them and I admire her style. I'm trying to branch out of my comfort zone with Stitch Fix so I thought I'd ask. Unfortunately, they did not have a fun color blazer for me. Instead they sent me the Colbie French Terry 3/4 Sleeve Blazer by Tart:
I skeptically raised my eyebrows when I first looked at it but I tried it on. There were shoulder pads. And the 3/4 was a little longer on my short arms. You can see the coloring of it in the closeup picture on the right. While trying it on, it reminded me of a long, large cardigan or jacket you'd see a traditional grandpa wearing. Verdict: Return
Next up was the Raylin Vneck ABstract Print Dress by Mystree:
Like the blazer, I was skeptical. It fit well except in the chest area. Because it was so large in that area, you could easily see my breasts. I don't think that would fly at work. Also, the print on the dress wasn't as flattering as I would like. Verdict: Return
They also included the Ishara Lace Detail V-Neck Blouse by Daniel Rainn:
It was a beautiful color and nice fabric. I liked the detail on it as well. When I tried it on, it was too a little large and made me look quite boxy in the stomach. I don't want to look like a square box. I want to look pretty. Verdict: Return
Next up was the Layna Textured Fit & Flare Dress by Pixley:
I was unsure of it but tried it on. It actually looked cute on me and was comfortable. I put it in my maybe pile because I just wasn't completely sold on it but couldn't figure out why. I tried it on the next day and still wasn't sold on it. While looking at it later that day I realized what was off about it. It reminded me of something Thelma from Scooby-Doo would wear. The style of the dress is my style just not the print. Since I wasn't completely sold on it, I kept it in the maybe pile by its lonesome self. Verdict: Ultimately, I decided to return it.
The last item in my fix was the Walt Striped Skirt by 41Hawthorn:
At first glance, it was cute. I tried it one and it was comfortable despite being a tight fitting material/design. Think pencil skirt, just shorter. When it was time to send my returns back, I decided to keep it rather than lose my $20 stylist fee. To feel my best in it though, I will be wearing some spanx.
The sixth fix was far more stressful than any previous fix and took a little bit of the sparkle off of Stitch Fix for me. I actually contacted Stitch Fix while waiting for my fifth fix about needing a dress for an awards banquet on October 16. They were wonderful and assisted me in getting another one scheduled for October 10 while I was still waiting for my fifth fix. October 10 came and went and I hadn't received any shipping information. I frantically ran to the mall and bought a dress at Ann Taylor for the event. I talked back and forth with customer service about the bind I was in because my fix wasn't going to arrive as scheduled. I really never have occasions to dress fancy so if they sent something along those lines I probably wouldn't have the opportunity to wear it again and the fix would be wasted. I asked if they could overnight it and they informed me that no, they couldn't. My fix arrived on Tuesday. My event was on Thursday. Cutting it very, very close. Good thing I had my Ann Taylor dress.
For the awards banquet they sent me the Bradie Vneck Belted Sheath Dress by Andrew Marc:
Um...LOVE! The color is amazing. With the right accessories it would be perfect for the banquet. With simple accessories, I could wear it to work or other nice events. I tried it on and my smile faded. The dress fit except on the top. You could have fit a 20 pound turkey between my back and the back of the dress. I talked with my mom that night and showed her via FaceTime the dress on me. She informed me a tailor would be able to fix the dress but most likely not before the banquet. Again, good thing I had the dress from Ann Taylor. Verdict: Keep and get it to the tailor
To go with the dress, they sent me the Laila Double Pouch Clutch by Urban Expressions:
I was unsure at first because I have a cute shimmery, ivory clutch from Coach. Casual yet dress. But then I examined the clutch. And it wasn't too expensive. It seemed like a great investment for my wardrobe. Verdict: Keep
Next was the Bixby Clover Print Blouse by BRIXON IVY:
I loved this. It is absolutely my style. The fit wasn't perfect though. It was tight in the shoulders to the point I was worried it might rip as I moved my arms around. Verdict: Return
They also sent the Drifter Graphic Floral Faux Leather Trim Blouse by Eight Sixty:
Oh no. Just at first glance...not my style. On the hanger, to me, blargh. On me, same reaction. Just no. Verdict: Return
Last item was the Emer High Waisted Cropped Trouser by Margaret M:
These are fantastic. There are no zippers or buttons. They remind me of yoga pants, just dressier. They are called cropped but they went to my ankles with a slight bunch. They have a slight "skinny jean" design so perhaps the word cropped should be replaced with skinny. Just my thoughts. For high waisted, they aren't that high. They went just above my belly button. Verdict: Keep
So, those were my last three fixes. Despite having one absolute horrible fix the others weren't too bad. My next one is scheduled for Nov. 25 with a request for items for my trip to Turks & Caicos. I'm excited to see what it will contain.
With the holiday season rapidly approaching (or is it already here?), I wanted to check you all up on the goodies I've received from Stitch Fix and hopefully provide more reasoning to why you should sign up and/or sign someone you love up for it. Side note: Let's be honest, if you are going to sign up I'd love you to the moon and back if you would use my referral code: https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3392664.
Now all of that has been said, let's get down to the good stuff. The contents of three fixes I have neglected to blog about. Get yourself cozy because this is going to be a long blog.
Stitch Fix #4:
Alright, the pictures I took were lost in the chaos of my phones breaking. I hope none of you have to experience what I went through. It is traumatic. So, I've taken pictures of the lovely styling cards. It was this or no blog.
First up, we have the Zayn Paisley Dot Print Fit & Flare Dress by Mystree:
I wasn't sure about this dress just looking at it. I was concerned with the fact the pattern was over the area I try to hide...my stomach. But my rule is to try everything on because you just never know (remember the off white dress from fix number two? Perfect example). I tried it once and kind of liked it so I set it aside. I tried it on the next night and liked it a little more. Verdict: Keep!
The next item was the Halia Striped Pleated Skirt by Pink Martini:
At first sight, it was love. I loved the colors and design. Of course I loved the fact it was a skirt as well since I prefer skirts and dresses to wear over pants and shorts. I was excited to try it on. I knew there was little chance I wouldn't keep it. And then I attempted to try it on. I couldn't get it on. So I looked at the size. They sent the wrong size. I did my best not to cry but I was quite sad I would have to send this back. If Pink Martini is out there and reading this, I would give nearly anything to purchase this dress. Hit me up please. Verdict: Unfortunately returned it.
The next item was the Shoshana Cowl Neck Cotton Tank by Three Dots:
Hmm, a white shirt. Without sleeves. Not so thrilled with it at first look. But I tried it on. Not bad. I tried it on with numerous skirts I have. It worked. I could easily pair it with a cardigan or jean jacket to cover my arms. Verdict: Keep
The fourth item is the Callie Denim Jacket by Kut From The Kloth:
This stylist obviously gets me. A jean jacket is a must have item for me in the spring, summer and early fall. It easily goes with dresses and skirts when I want to cover my arms, especially for work. Sorry, I have a thing against bare arms in the workplace. Unfortunately, I had just purchased a new denim jacket from The Limited a few weeks before. I tried it on though because I liked the look. It didn't fit quite right though so I was unable to justify keeping it, especially since I just bought a denim jacket. Verdict: Return
The fifth item was the Sandra Layered Pearl Flower Necklace by Bay to Baubles. I don't have a picture of it. It was along the lines of a statement necklace. It wasn't bad but there was a slight tangle with one of the flowers so it didn't lay flat. In the five minutes of looking at it, the tangle was killing my OCD. I couldn't handle it. Verdict: Return
Alright, so that was the fourth fix. Let's examine the fifth fix now.
With my fifth fix, I asked for a colored blazer to wear with my numerous black shirts. I'm not one for jackets but my PR mentor often wears them and I admire her style. I'm trying to branch out of my comfort zone with Stitch Fix so I thought I'd ask. Unfortunately, they did not have a fun color blazer for me. Instead they sent me the Colbie French Terry 3/4 Sleeve Blazer by Tart:
I skeptically raised my eyebrows when I first looked at it but I tried it on. There were shoulder pads. And the 3/4 was a little longer on my short arms. You can see the coloring of it in the closeup picture on the right. While trying it on, it reminded me of a long, large cardigan or jacket you'd see a traditional grandpa wearing. Verdict: Return
Next up was the Raylin Vneck ABstract Print Dress by Mystree:
Like the blazer, I was skeptical. It fit well except in the chest area. Because it was so large in that area, you could easily see my breasts. I don't think that would fly at work. Also, the print on the dress wasn't as flattering as I would like. Verdict: Return
They also included the Ishara Lace Detail V-Neck Blouse by Daniel Rainn:
It was a beautiful color and nice fabric. I liked the detail on it as well. When I tried it on, it was too a little large and made me look quite boxy in the stomach. I don't want to look like a square box. I want to look pretty. Verdict: Return
Next up was the Layna Textured Fit & Flare Dress by Pixley:
I was unsure of it but tried it on. It actually looked cute on me and was comfortable. I put it in my maybe pile because I just wasn't completely sold on it but couldn't figure out why. I tried it on the next day and still wasn't sold on it. While looking at it later that day I realized what was off about it. It reminded me of something Thelma from Scooby-Doo would wear. The style of the dress is my style just not the print. Since I wasn't completely sold on it, I kept it in the maybe pile by its lonesome self. Verdict: Ultimately, I decided to return it.
The last item in my fix was the Walt Striped Skirt by 41Hawthorn:
At first glance, it was cute. I tried it one and it was comfortable despite being a tight fitting material/design. Think pencil skirt, just shorter. When it was time to send my returns back, I decided to keep it rather than lose my $20 stylist fee. To feel my best in it though, I will be wearing some spanx.
So, fix five was definitely a let down. But that didn't keep me from ordering my sixth fix.
The sixth fix was far more stressful than any previous fix and took a little bit of the sparkle off of Stitch Fix for me. I actually contacted Stitch Fix while waiting for my fifth fix about needing a dress for an awards banquet on October 16. They were wonderful and assisted me in getting another one scheduled for October 10 while I was still waiting for my fifth fix. October 10 came and went and I hadn't received any shipping information. I frantically ran to the mall and bought a dress at Ann Taylor for the event. I talked back and forth with customer service about the bind I was in because my fix wasn't going to arrive as scheduled. I really never have occasions to dress fancy so if they sent something along those lines I probably wouldn't have the opportunity to wear it again and the fix would be wasted. I asked if they could overnight it and they informed me that no, they couldn't. My fix arrived on Tuesday. My event was on Thursday. Cutting it very, very close. Good thing I had my Ann Taylor dress.
For the awards banquet they sent me the Bradie Vneck Belted Sheath Dress by Andrew Marc:
Um...LOVE! The color is amazing. With the right accessories it would be perfect for the banquet. With simple accessories, I could wear it to work or other nice events. I tried it on and my smile faded. The dress fit except on the top. You could have fit a 20 pound turkey between my back and the back of the dress. I talked with my mom that night and showed her via FaceTime the dress on me. She informed me a tailor would be able to fix the dress but most likely not before the banquet. Again, good thing I had the dress from Ann Taylor. Verdict: Keep and get it to the tailor
To go with the dress, they sent me the Laila Double Pouch Clutch by Urban Expressions:
I was unsure at first because I have a cute shimmery, ivory clutch from Coach. Casual yet dress. But then I examined the clutch. And it wasn't too expensive. It seemed like a great investment for my wardrobe. Verdict: Keep
Next was the Bixby Clover Print Blouse by BRIXON IVY:
I loved this. It is absolutely my style. The fit wasn't perfect though. It was tight in the shoulders to the point I was worried it might rip as I moved my arms around. Verdict: Return
They also sent the Drifter Graphic Floral Faux Leather Trim Blouse by Eight Sixty:
Oh no. Just at first glance...not my style. On the hanger, to me, blargh. On me, same reaction. Just no. Verdict: Return
Last item was the Emer High Waisted Cropped Trouser by Margaret M:
These are fantastic. There are no zippers or buttons. They remind me of yoga pants, just dressier. They are called cropped but they went to my ankles with a slight bunch. They have a slight "skinny jean" design so perhaps the word cropped should be replaced with skinny. Just my thoughts. For high waisted, they aren't that high. They went just above my belly button. Verdict: Keep
So, those were my last three fixes. Despite having one absolute horrible fix the others weren't too bad. My next one is scheduled for Nov. 25 with a request for items for my trip to Turks & Caicos. I'm excited to see what it will contain.
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