I know, I know, two blog posts in one day is crazy…but I need your help!! I have to decide by SUNDAY which of these pieces I’m keeping, and I just can’t decide! Eeek! So please, read on, and leave a comment to help a girl out :-)
If you’re relatively new around here, you may have missed my very first Stitch Fix experience. I decided to jump in and sign up for Stitch Fix last spring…I was a bit skeptical, especially since I am usually a bargain shopper, but I enjoyed it so much I decided to do it once per season! Well, summer came and went and fall is halfway over, and here I am just now getting around to my second “fix.” #momlife. In any case, I was excited to refresh my fall-into-winter wardrobe a bit, especially as we move into the holiday season.
Have you heard of Stitch Fix? (that’s my referral link, in case you want to sign up!!) If you’re not sure how it works, here’s a quick overview before I dive into my little awkward fashion show. (gulp.) It’s kind of like a subscription box for clothing and accessories…but you pick the frequency (or just schedule them at your own convenience, which is nice), and are assigned a stylist who personally selects and sends 5 items for you. When you receive your box (I was surprised how excited I got when I saw that box sitting on my doorstep!), you have 3 days to try on your items, decide what to keep, and send back what you don’t want in a prepaid mailer bag. You are charged a $20 stylist fee, but it can be applied toward any items you keep – so as long as you keep one thing, it doesn’t matter, but if you don’t keep anything, you’re out $20. If you keep all 5 items in your fix, you get a 25% discount on your total. Prices begin around the $40-$50 price point and go up from there.
Want to learn more about how they know your size and style, plus get a really great tip for what to do with your first fix? Head over to my first Stitch Fix review, and I’ll tell you all about it!
Okay, okay, without further ado, here’s what arrived in my fix!
Item: Kaity Open Cardigan by Pixly
Price: $78
Verdict: Keeping!
I LOVE this. I’ve actually been looking for something a lot like it for a while. It’s a heavy sweater, nice and thick, and high quality. SO comfy and warm! And, pockets :-)
This is the one thing I know I’m keeping. The price is definitely on the high side for me, but I think it’s splurge-worthy, considering I’ll probably wear it once a week through the winter.
Item: Meagan Printed Fleece Legging by MTLA
Price: $44
Verdict: ??
I have officially become a leggings girl. I never disliked them, but I didn’t wear them very often until this fall…and lately wearing them a few times a week! I’m not a fan of bright and crazy patterns, though, so this gray aztec print on the black leggings is just right – a little bit of interest without being too much for me. They’re fleece lined and super comfy. Buuuut the price is a bit on the high side for leggings, considering I just bought two similar pairs at TJ Maxx for $6 each. Though if I keep everything in the fix, I get 25% off, which makes these guys only $33…hmmmm….
Item: Alpine Plaid Wrap Scarf by Look by M
Price: $38
Verdict: ??
I have seen these scarves all over Pinterest and just love the colors in this plaid. It’s really soft and comfy! It’s a great fall piece, but with the little bits of red and green it could work well for holiday outfits too. I’m leaning towards holding onto this!
Item: Cielia Textured Knit Dress by Crescent
Price: $68
Verdict: ??
I asked my stylist for a dress that I could wear to my hubby’s office Christmas party, but also dress down to wear to church or for a casual night out. Boy, oh boy, did she deliver! This dress just made me grin from ear to ear when I put it on. SO. CUTE. The flare, the zipper, the cut, the fabric…I just love it! The only hesitation I have on this is that it’s a wee bit shorter than I’d usually wear.
But, wouldn’t you know, when I tried it on for my husband he thought it was fine ;-)
It’s super cute with flats and a denim jacket, too! I could even throw on a pair of leggings underneath to wear to church in cooler weather. What do you think?
Item: Martina Slub Knit Open Cardigan by Pixley
Price: $48
Verdict: ??
This cardigan is SO soft and comfortable. My stylist recommended pairing it with the dress, but I’d probably just wear it with a fitted tee and skinny jeans. I’m not entirely sold on it, though…it’s the piece I’m probably least excited about, but I still really like it. Gosh, decisions, decisions!
Here are the cards that came with my fix, along with a note from my stylist. I love that there are outfit pairing suggestions!
Well, I think it’s safe to say my stylist, Nikki, totally nailed it. I’m having such a hard time deciding!! I think I’m leaning towards keeping the Kaity Cardigan and the Cielia dress and sending the rest back. But I’m really toying with the idea of just keeping all 5 pieces! A stretch for my meager clothing budget, for sure, but getting 25% off the total makes it pretty appealing. What do you think????
So, do you want to give Stitch Fix a try? If you found this review helpful, I would love for you to use my referral code! Once you sign up for a Stitch Fix account through this link, if and when you decide to schedule a fix I’ll receive a $25 credit when your order ships (which means more fix reviews on the blog for you to read!). If you’re intrigued but not yet convinced, you can still sign up for an account, complete a style profile, and explore the site a bit without actually scheduling a fix. If you have any specific questions about the process, leave a comment and I’d be happy to give you my honest take on it!
UPDATE – I kept it all ;-) Hooray for a fully stocked closet!
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Well for what it’s worth, and I’m no stylist, I like the dress a lot. It looks super cute on you. I’m not totally with the legging – not that they don’t look good on you cuz they do – I’m just not into printed leggings except for yoga! You have such a lovely figure that all the layers are covering you up. The dress really compliments your shape. It looks nice with the sweater or a jean jacket but I like it best all alone. It’s definitely not too short. I love the scarf. The colors looks really nice on you.
The dress looks fabulous!
Keep the dress for sure. It looks fantastic on you and it isn’t too short at all. I love it! I’m not sure why the stylist thought that red cardigan looks good with it, because it does not. It covers you up and makes a cute and stylish dress look frumpy. The colors also do not mesh. If you like the red cardigan, you can find something similar for less than half the price, especially with holiday sales. The dress looks adorable with the denim jacket.
What did you keep? ?
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Dress and first Aztec sweater. You can get everything else cheaper somewhere else!
Finding clothing that fits perfectly can be such a challenge, especially when you’re juggling a busy life and don’t have time to try on a million things. Services like Stitch Fix are great for convenience, but for me, customization is what really makes the difference. That’s why I started looking into made-to-measure options, and Sumissura reviews were super helpful when I was deciding where to order. Hearing about other people’s experiences gave me the confidence to try it out, and I’m so glad I did. There’s just something special about clothes that are tailored to fit you perfectly—it’s a total game changer!
Your outfit makes the outfit more unique.
Wow, I can totally relate to the struggle of deciding what to keep from a Stitch Fix box – it’s such a fun yet challenging experience! Your detailed description of how the service works is super helpful for those who are new to it. Excited to read more about your fashion show and see which pieces you end up choosing. Thanks for sharing your journey!
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Hey there! I really enjoyed your candid take on Stitch Fix. As a fellow mom, I totally get the struggle of finding time to shop while juggling everything else. How do you feel about the styling fees? They feel a bit steep to me sometimes, especially if a box doesn’t hit the mark. Also, have you ever tried swapping items with friends instead? I recently found out about it while browsing Space Waves and thought it could be a fun way to refresh my wardrobe without spending too much! Would love to hear your thoughts!