I think, if my memory serves me correctly, this is my fifth Stitch Fix. I am calling this my “rebound” Stitch Fix because my fix prior to this one was bad. Just bad. I ended up keeping two items from it, which doesn’t sound too terrible (and I do wear the jeans from that fix pretty much round the clock, daily), but the items I didn’t keep were downright yucky.

My faith in Stitch Fix was wavering. Could I trust it again? Could I get my hopes up, only to be disappointed, again? Would I be able to put the past behind me and move forward in my relationship with Stitch Fix? Have I been a fool all along?

Well, I had some credit from referrals and a Mother’s Day gift, so I decided to give it another try. I pretty much reamed the stylist in the feedback of the previous fix, which I feel is the only way to really get some different items. You can’t be wishy-washy and say everything was “just OK.” You need to include specific details about what you did and did not like, and it’s ok to throw in words like “horrible” and “disgusting.” It gets the point across.

I scheduled this most recent fix for the week of my birthday. I thought it would either be a super fun gift to myself, or a huge disappointment, but I was willing to take the risk.

In her note, the stylist mentioned my birthday and also my Pinterest board, so at least she was attempting to match some items to the ideas I had pinned.

I asked for fun florals or bright prints and patterns, and I definitely received those this time around. I was pretty pleased at the selection and diversity in the fix. I was given three tops, a fun, flouncy skirt, and a tote bag. I actually really liked the tote and was excited to receive it.

Most notably, this time, were the prices. I ripped the stylist a new one about the cost of some of the previous items. I believe it was something like $60 for a yellow cotton tank top that I could easily buy at Target for $9.99. I let her know that I was never, ever going to pay that kind of money for an item like that, and I was pleased to see that every item in this fix was under $55, and most of them were under $50. Much better!

I kept everything this time, and I look forward to continue to rekindle my fire for Stitch Fix in the future. I am thinking of scheduling an early Fall fix in September or so. I also am going to make specific requests for dresses. I have barely any casual dresses that I can wear to teach preschool in or out around running errands. I have acquired quite a few tops and a couple great pairs of jeans via Stitch Fix, and now I’m ready to add some dresses to my wardrobe. I don’t have a great “dress” figure…meaning I have the shape of a boxy major home appliance with no natural waist. It isn’t easy to find dresses that flatter AND do not make people question if I am pregnant or not. I am looking forward to challenging the stylist and am already mentally preparing myself for the experience.

Here are my items:

1. Le Lis Truxton Embellished Crew Neck Blouse

I loved this the second I laid eyes on it. I loved the subtle floral pattern, the flowy shape, and the embellished neckline. I really do not wear costume jewelry at all, so this gives the neckline some sparkle without having to wear a necklace. I wore it to my birthday dinner with my husband, and it paired perfectly with my Just Black dark denim jeans I purchased a few fixes ago.

2. 19 Cooper Astair Abstract Print Blouse

I was excited to receive an abstract print top. I really love all the geometric, Aztec-type prints right now, and this top not only had a fun print but also a great color. It’s a really great coral-red, and it looks great with jeans. In the style cards, they show this paired with a white pencil skirt. I’m not sure pencil skirts are in my future, but I could do white pants or jeans. This is why I enjoy the style cards– I wouldn’t normally think of that combination.

3. Fun2Fun Holsten Crochet Trim Blouse

This is probably the top I was least excited about upon initial inspection. I wasn’t crazy about the print. However, when I tried it on, the little sleeves were very flattering. You have to give everything a chance. You never know if you’re going to surprise yourself by liking something you wouldn’t have looked at twice at the store.

4. Pixley Hanneli Polka Dot Swing Skirt

This skirt is really cute. It’s flowy and flouncy. I think circle skirts are adorable, and this one has a retro feel as well. The stylist actually suggested pairing this with the coral abstract print top…and maybe I will get the guts to try that. Regardless, I felt this skirt would be easy to dress up with heels and jewelry or dress down with sandals and a basic tank top.

5. Street Level Huron Reversible Magnetic Closure Tote

While I wasn’t really looking for a tote, I was pleasantly surprised to receive one. I like the size of this tote. It is not too big or overpowering. For me, the larger bag you have, the more crap you throw in it. I am trying to simplify my life, and often I go out with just my wallet and no purse or even a diaper bag. This tote can accomplish the task of carrying a couple diapers and wipes, my calendar, my wallet, and a few other necessities like snacks to smuggle into the movie theater. It is also reversible and came with a cute clutch/wallet. The interior is a warm white color. The material is very soft, and the gold has a matte finish with a subtle sheen– not gaudy or tacky.

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Well, it was bound to happen.

After keeping all 5 of my items in my last Stitch Fix, it was only a matter of time before I had a disappointing “fix.”

I have had four Stitch Fix deliveries. I only kept one item from my first shipment, then kept three items from my second, and all five from my third. I ended up keeping two items from my fourth and most recent fix, but the three rejected items were so bad that it has almost made me give up Stitch Fix altogether.

Almost.

So what was so bad? Well…everything from the pricing to the styling to the fits…most everything just seemed a bit off.

I was really excited for this shipment because I had another $75 in referral credit (thank you to all who have used my link to sign up!) and a gift certificate I had received from my husband for Mother’s Day (did ya’ll see that cute post he wrote about me?). I was hoping to receive another “keeping it all” fix and end up not having to pay a cent out of my own pocket!

I had asked my stylist to pick some pieces that would be bright, floral, fun, and perfect for Summer. I am going on vacation to South Carolina in June, so something to add to my suitcase for that trip would be lovely. I follow Stitch Fix on Pinterest and Instagram, and I have seen some great trends popping up, so I made sure to fill my own Pinterest style board with colors and patterns and styles I had my eye on. I was hoping my stylist would check out my board while picking items for me.

I will admit that I was a little bummed from the get-go because the box my fix came in was very small. I  immediately assumed there wouldn’t be room for a great dress or pair of pants simply because it didn’t look like they could fit inside the small box. I was worried they included jewelry, which I specifically asked them not to because I simply have no use for costume jewelry at this stage in my life.

When I opened the box, I was thrilled to see that a new pair of jeans were folded inside. My hopes were lifted as I unwrapped the package and began to pull out the items. I was liking the colors– pinks, yellows, teals, florals.

Fist pump!

The note my stylist wrote referenced my Pinterest board and some of the items I had been pinning, so I was excited she at least visited my board once or twice.

I went for the jeans first. They are Just Black Nickola Distressed Ankle Skinny Jeans. I have been obsessed with my Just Black jeans I received two fixes ago.  They are literally the only jeans I wear now, and I have absolutely loved them. They were worth every penny in my opinion. So, I was happy to receive another pair in a different style. My very first fix sent me heavily distressed jeans that were far too young looking for me, so I was concerned that these distressed skinnies would be a no-go. However, they have very minimal distressing and just have kind of a “lived-in” look. No weird fading across the butt or anything like that. Just Black jeans are SOOOO comfortable. I just couldn’t turn them down.

In case you don’t know by now…I LOVE Stitch Fix.

Like, really love it.

And I love it even more because my last shipment was a total success, meaning I kept all 5 items!

Don’t know what Stitch Fix is? You can check out my first two reviews here and here for more information!

I decided to take actual photos of my items this time, since I love them so much. I’m also going to go through the pricing and how to save a little money on your fixes!

Just for a little background info… I set my price settings at “the cheaper the better” for everything except bottoms and dresses. I am willing to pay just a little more for those items.

I also haven’t ever made specific requests for items that Stitch Fix posts on Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest. I know some people do that in their notes to their stylists, but I think that leads to disappointment if they don’t receive the items, and I like to have pretty low expectations. I enjoy being surprised!

1. Skies are Blue Topanga Crochet Detail Flutter Sleeve Blouse

3. Octavia Henry Birds on Branch Infinity Scarf

Now that you’ve seen the clothes, you might actually want to know the cost of this box. The total price of all the items before any discounts was $252. I know, I KNOW. That averages to around $50 per piece (some were less like the scarf, others were more like the dress). If that seems too salty for your budget, I am with you, because it was for mine, too.

HOWever, there were some discounts to apply, which helped the cause. First, I had $75 of credit thanks to you sweet people who have signed up using my referral link. Thank you! However, that is not a perk exclusive to me. You can get $25 credit when a person uses your referral link (Stitch Fix gives you one when you get your first fix) to sign up AND schedule a fix. You don’t get the credit until the person’s set actually ships.

So, if you would like to sign up, you can use my link (wink wink), and then Stitch Fix will give you your own link once you schedule your fix. THEN, share that link with your mom who will surely want to sign up, your sister, your best friend, your cousin, your aunt, etc, and basically FORCE them to schedule fixes, too! That right there is $100 in credit! You can also share your link on Facebook to help your cause. It’s worth a shot, right?

My box was $252, then my $75 credit was applied, and then because I was keeping all 5 items, an additional 25% was taken off ($58), which made my box $119. This averages between $20-$25 per piece, which is very affordable in my book! I know that I have paid more than that for a shirt or dress at Target.

I mentioned earlier that I considered not buying the blue dress because it was pretty pricey for what it was ($74). Had I not kept the blue dress, I would have not gotten the 25% off discount for buying all 5 items, and my total would have been $104. So, for $15 more, I could get the blue maxi dress.

As you can tell, I am a huge fan of Stitch Fix, and I think busy women of all kinds will find something enjoyable about the experience! Do you know they now offer maternity and petite sizes? It almost makes me want to get pregnant again…

Give it a whirl! Use my referral link, which gets me $25 credit! My next fix comes in June. I’m anxious to see what they will send me for Summer!

Oh, and if you want to know where to snag my awesome white, plastic hanger… it’s Target.

A few weeks ago, I wrote a review on my first Stitch Fix experience. I was very excited to schedule my second fix because I enjoyed the experience so much the first time around, and I wanted to see how the stylist used my feedback on the items I received to change her selections for me.

I am happy to say that my second “fix” was even better than the first, and I ended up with the magical white unicorn I was seeking…the perfect pair of jeans!

When I opened the box and glanced at my style cards, I knew I was going to be happy.

The first item I pulled out was the brown Jaclynn 3/4 sSleeve Button-Up Cardigan. Honestly, I set this aside because I knew I most likely wasn’t going to keep it. Well, I would keep it only if it either a) made me look 35 pounds thinner or b) had the winning Powerball numbers inscribed on the tag. Sure, it was a nice, soft sweater, but I prefer my cardigans to be a little longer and less expensive. I did eventually try it on, and my suspicions were correct. It did not make me look 35 pounds lighter or reveal the winning lottery numbers…so into the return mailer it went.

I wasn’t discouraged, however, because next up was the softest pair of jeans I have ever touched. I was in love, instantly, with the Just Black Adorra Ankle Length Skinny Jeans. From the color, which is a very, very dark denim, to the style (skinny bootcut), to the fabric (soft and slightly stretchy), I knew I was keeping these jeans. I was very excited when I pulled them on and they fit! They are very flattering, and I know that they will look great dressed up or dressed down. I really wish I could describe the feel of the denim, because it is truly unlike any other. I could tell my stylist really considered my feedback on the last pair of jeans they sent me, because these jeans are the polar opposite. I asked for no distressing or fading and a little stretch…and that’s what I received. Fist bump.

I then pulled out this beautiful C.Luce Kailani Sleeveless Pleated Chiffon Dress. I was excited about this because I really enjoy this emerald color, and the fabric was flowy and elegant. However, when I tried it on, it was ill-fitting and made me look just a shade pregnant. And that’s not the look I’m going for. I have already been asked, in public, if I was pregnant when I was, in fact, not pregnant, and I don’t wish to relive that anytime soon. So, unfortunately, I said goodbye to the pretty green dress.

Thankfully, there was a second dress in the bunch that was a winner, the Renee C Gael 3/4 Sleeve Drawstring Waisted Dress. I specifically asked for a dress I could wear to Mexico, and this dress will do the trick. It is a lightweight, chiffon-like fabric in a great navy color. The stylist took into consideration my transitioning body and pointed out that the draw string at the waist would be flattering as the pounds come off hopefullydearGodtheybetter. I think this dress can be worn very casually with sandals or flats, or it can be dressed up with the right jewelry and shoes. I think it is also a contender for Shiloh’s baptism. This is a keeper!

Lastly, I picked up this deep pink Papermoon Preston Button Front Blouse. It is a soft, airy weight that has sweet gold buttons all the way down the front. This shirt is really perfect for me because it is relaxed without being frumpy, flowy without being “tent-ish,” and a vibrant color that will work for Spring and Summer. It also is breastfeeding-friendly, thanks to the buttons. I requested that my stylist consider tops that would be easy for nursing, and this one will do the trick.

So, out of all five items, three of them already have the tags ripped off, and I wore the jeans for the rest of the day. I was very pleased with this fix and how the stylist referenced my Pinterest style board and my feedback in her note to me. I could tell that she tried to find things that were on my wish list, but again were things that I might not consider if I was shopping alone. I typically shy away from dresses with a drawstring waist because I really have no contoured waist, but what I found was that this style was very flattering and actually gave the appearance of an actual waistline.

The sweater that I purchased from my last fix is one that I absolutely live in. Like…I sleep in it sometimes. It is so soft and stretchy, perfect for nursing, great with yoga pants or jeans, awesome for lounging or wearing it out in public. It has washed up well, and I can tell I will be wearing it for a long time. I am so happy that I made that purchase.

Since I did spend a decent chunk of change on this round, I am going to pace myself. I’m going to schedule a fix for late April so that I can get some great new pieces for Summer. I basically lived in maternity tanks and underwear last year, and I don’t think I can get away with that this time (but you never know).

If you would like to give Stitch Fix a try, click on my referral link to get started! This will earn me $25 in credit, and it will get you a really fun and personal shopping experience.

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Sometime between child 0 and child 3, I lost my desire to shop for clothing for myself. Sure, I will randomly pick up an $8 v-neck tee from Target or a flowy top on clearance, but in general, shopping for clothing for myself leaves me extremely frustrated and, honestly, exhausted.