Let me begin by saying this fix was so close to perfection! It looked good on paper. It looked pretty good on me. It had tons of potential to be a keep it all kind of fix. But after much deliberation, I only ended up keeping one of these pieces. I was so tormented with making a decision that I delayed checking out for several days (sorry Stitch Fix) and the postal worker had to practically wrestle the return envelope from my hands.
I was happy to see Betsy was my stylist again. She's so good! She wrote another lovely note (check out her note and picks for me from last month here) and she addressed the requests I made for this fix. She thinks I'm ready for more advanced styling, as in layering, and I couldn't agree more. Rewind about 6 months ago and I was not ready. Not at all. Stitch Fix has really pushed me out of my functionista comfort zone (also known as my comfy clothes). I look forward to getting my fix every month, but shopping on my own has also become easier. I am riding the buy-and-return merry go round much less than I used to! I've discovered new brands through Stitch Fix (Liverpool jeans are my new fav) and I've added several items to my wardrobe that are Stitch Fix inspired.
If you've never heard of Stitch Fix, it's a personal styling service that's fun, simple, and set to your budget. A box of clothes and accessories (maybe even shoes!) chosen just for you shows up on your doorstep every month or however often you desire. Click here for more details about how it works.
Read on to see why I struggled so much with this fix. Do you think I made the right decisions?
I was happy to see Betsy was my stylist again. She's so good! She wrote another lovely note (check out her note and picks for me from last month here) and she addressed the requests I made for this fix. She thinks I'm ready for more advanced styling, as in layering, and I couldn't agree more. Rewind about 6 months ago and I was not ready. Not at all. Stitch Fix has really pushed me out of my functionista comfort zone (also known as my comfy clothes). I look forward to getting my fix every month, but shopping on my own has also become easier. I am riding the buy-and-return merry go round much less than I used to! I've discovered new brands through Stitch Fix (Liverpool jeans are my new fav) and I've added several items to my wardrobe that are Stitch Fix inspired.
If you've never heard of Stitch Fix, it's a personal styling service that's fun, simple, and set to your budget. A box of clothes and accessories (maybe even shoes!) chosen just for you shows up on your doorstep every month or however often you desire. Click here for more details about how it works.
Read on to see why I struggled so much with this fix. Do you think I made the right decisions?
Betsy saw this blouse on my Pinterest board and knew I'm a sucker for plaid. I'm also a sucker for black and white/cream. I'm obsessed with all the little details on this top! The sleeves can be worn down at the 3/4 length, as shown above.
Or you can roll up the sleeves with the tab button like this! I like having this option. The non-traditional collar makes me happy, as does the pullover style instead of a full button up top. There's also a decorative button on the back in the middle of the shoulders. So many cute details! I styled this blouse with the anorak jacket I kept from my very first fix (LOVE this jacket).
I also like the idea of pairing the B&W plaid with a pop of color. This cardigan was the best I could rustle up from my closet.
Here's a close up of the print. This top is versatile and oh so cute!
VERDICT: Kept
VERDICT: Kept
This sweater checks all the boxes for me. Cowl neck, gorgeous olive color, elbow patches, slightly oversized, and cozy. The only negative was it felt a little itchy at the neck, but not enough to be a deal breaker.
I styled this sweater with skinny jeans and booties and also with leggings and tall boots and I loved both looks. But...I couldn't swallow the price tag, at least at full price. It would have been easier to swallow with the 'keep it all 25% discount'. I was so sad to fold this up and send it back, but I have a happy ending to this story! Thanks to the Stitch Fix group on Facebook, a few days later I was alerted to the fact that this sweater was being offered on Haute Look for $39. Score! I ordered it without hesitation.
VERDICT: Returned
VERDICT: Returned
This vest was what Betsy was referring to when she said I'm ready for more advanced styling. It's a very stylish layering piece with the asymmetrical zip and the mixed materials and I wanted it to work so badly. It has knit material at the sides and waist. The color was listed as olive, but in certain light it looked black to me.
Here's what it looked like zipped. And here's where things go wrong.
It felt super awkward! It rose up over my hips and it sucked in at my waist. Let me share with you a photo of this vest on a model. A stick straight model. See how it falls nicely over her (nonexistent) hips?
This was another do-I-or-don't-I keep it debate, but after getting a thumbs down from my husband, my sister, my friend, AND my teenage daughter, I decided I had to let it go. I really did love this vest, so I might request it in my next fix in the next size up to see if that helps with my fit issues.
VERDICT: Returned
VERDICT: Returned
At this point of the photo shoot, my photographer (13 year old daughter) decided she'd had enough and started playing around with the buttons and settings on the camera, therefore the color looks super weird on these last two photos. She also decided she was done waiting for me and shot the pics whether I was looking or not.
Anyway, I wanted to try some bootcut jeans and Betsy was kind enough to oblige my request. I have this killer pair of Teva De La Vina brown leather boots I bought last May for a trip to Ireland (you can read about my Ireland fix here). They are comfortable enough to walk around in all day and water proof and I plan to wear them A LOT this winter (you know, because El Nino is coming). The downside of these boots is that they don't work well with skinny jeans because the shaft is too high, way above the ankle. My thought was that maybe bootcut jeans would be the perfect match for the boots.
Anyway, I wanted to try some bootcut jeans and Betsy was kind enough to oblige my request. I have this killer pair of Teva De La Vina brown leather boots I bought last May for a trip to Ireland (you can read about my Ireland fix here). They are comfortable enough to walk around in all day and water proof and I plan to wear them A LOT this winter (you know, because El Nino is coming). The downside of these boots is that they don't work well with skinny jeans because the shaft is too high, way above the ankle. My thought was that maybe bootcut jeans would be the perfect match for the boots.
Although these jeans fit me well and the length was good, maybe I'm used to skinny jeans now (Stitch Fix introduced me to skinnies), because this felt like so much fabric on my legs! These jeans didn't wow me and I didn't feel good wearing them, so I decided to keep looking for other options to pair with the boots.
VERDICT: Returned
VERDICT: Returned
Infinity scarf...two of my favorite words. This scarf was cozy and soft, but way too similar to the scarf I kept from my last fix. I also wasn't a fan of the colors on me, so back it went.
VERDICT: Returned
VERDICT: Returned
My goal with every fix is to only keep pieces that I love, that fit properly, and that make me feel good. I love the plaid blouse, I've already worn it, and I have many other outfits planned for the future with it. And although I didn't keep the olive sweater from this fix, I'm still getting it thanks to the fabulous deal-seekers in the Facebook group!
My next fix will be my birthday fix in January! I'm going to ask for pieces that can keep me warm and stylish. The cold weather is making me slip back into my functionista ways, dressing strictly for the weather and completely abandoning fashion. January seems very far away, but luckily I have plenty of holiday shopping to distract me.
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Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored by Stitch Fix. The opinions expressed are my own and I pay for the service and for any items I keep.
My next fix will be my birthday fix in January! I'm going to ask for pieces that can keep me warm and stylish. The cold weather is making me slip back into my functionista ways, dressing strictly for the weather and completely abandoning fashion. January seems very far away, but luckily I have plenty of holiday shopping to distract me.
Want to give Stitch Fix a try? Click here to sign up (this link is my referral code and I'll earn a $25 credit). Feel free to comment below or click on Contact Me at the top of this page if you have questions. I love talking Stitch Fix!
Thanks for stopping by and Happy Holidays!
Disclaimer: This post is not sponsored by Stitch Fix. The opinions expressed are my own and I pay for the service and for any items I keep.
BONUS PHOTO - my daughter shot this while waiting for me to change outfits. She's an excellent photographer when the subject interests her. :)