Stitch Fix #3 - November 2015

I have to say I was very excited for my fix #3.  I requested jeans since many of mine are old and worn.  Although I can't wear them to work, I live in jeans from 3:30 pm on and on the weekend.  Also, after searching around and reading other reviews I read how many women have received awesome denim through stitch fix.  Before I move on, remember Stitch fix requires a $20 styling fee that will be deducted from any purchases and a 25% discount if you buy all five items.  Anything you do not wish to keep, you send back in a prepaid shipping bag. So far I am 1 in 3 for purchasing all 5 items.  If you are inspired by my blog or if I help you in any way, please use my stitch fix referral code when you sign up! Thanks! :)

After opening my fix I and reading my note, I noticed that my stylist changed. This one was by Amy.  I am open to new stylists and there are many things about this fix I loved. As soon as I saw that I was sent jeans, a colorful shirt and this cardigan, I ran to try it all on.  I thought I might look like some of my pins on my Pinterest boards.   After this, I am going to have to revise some of my pins.

Liverpool Collen Straight Leg Jeans Size 12/31 ($78)

Liverpool Collen Straight
Leg Jeans

I am starting off this blog with the my most anticipated item, and boy was I let down big.  I am embarrassed to admit that I tried them on several more times than I want to admit since I really really wanted a new pair of jeans.  I am not sure what the sizing mistake was due to, but this is only fix #3 and I have only received and kept one other pair of pants.  Although I am above average in height (5'8"), my legs are not skinny at all.   These jeans fit like extra long jeggings.  I did absolutely LOVE the color, navy, and the stretchy texture, but they were to small.  Honestly, I am not even sure if the next size up would fit any better. I did include a picture that I know is not flattering so that it might help others out there with body types like me.  It goes without saying, these I returned.

Renee C Huebert Space Dye Open Cardigan Size L ($58)

Renee C Huebert Space Dye
Open Cardigan

 I really wanted to like the cardigan.  In fact, this is one piece that leads me to believe that the stylist did look at my Pinterest board.  When I put the cardigan on and showed my husband, I could see in his face this piece was not working.  The fabric is super soft, but it is very thin.  Much too thin for layering during the winter.  There is also a lot of fabric in the front.  That along with the length, was too much for me.  I have two toddlers and this is not a feasible piece to wear while up/down off the floor, carrying them, etc.  I also felt like it was more a maternity cardigan on me, rather than a flattering piece.  I did keep the Collen Straight Leg Jeans on in this picture.   I did love the pattern and the texture of the fabric.  Verdict: Returned.

41Hawthorn Rosa Tab Sleeve
V-Neck Blouse 

41Hawthorn Rosa Tab Sleeve V-Neck Blouse Size L ($58)

I love this shirt! It is comfortable, a great color and fits nicely.  After only three fixes, I already am a sucker for tabbed sleeve shirts.  I actually put in my note for the next fix to avoid polyester tabbed shirts.  I do worry that a shirt like this will be too lightweight for winter, but I can layer it with my asymmetrical cardigan from the last fix.  The sleeves are a perfect length to wear down or rolled up.  This is pictured in the two pictures above, but here is another to show off just the shirt.  It looks even better after I washed/ironed it.

Skies are Blue Destiny Pullover Sweater Size L ($54)

Everything about this sweater is me.  I really like the color for fall and winter and it has pattern that sets it apart from other sweaters I usually buy.  The material will also be warm as it is made out of acrylic.   This sweater will certainly be a go to weekend top or even a Friday at work.  I actually did not immediately decide to keep this though.  The prices are steep for me, but I don't know if I could find a sweater like this on my own for a significantly lower price.  Kept, without regret.

THML Nanette Dress Size L ($64)

This dress was a fun surprise. I like dresses for work since they are pretty much an outfit in themselves.  Depending on the season I need as little as a pair of flats and I'm ready.  The price was good for me with this dress as well.  By the time I add up the cost of pants, shirt, cami's, etc, from other stores, it usually is more than the cost of a Stitch Fix dress.  I also did not have a black dress in my closet.  The fabric is really soft and it is great that it has sleeves.  So far, both dresses I have been sent I have loved.  This was unexpected and a quick keep.

Overall thoughts about Fix #3

I rated this fix a 3 at checkout.  I did because I was really excited about getting jeans and they did not fit.  I guess this is where time makes your fixes better.  I requested that they send me jeans again and am crossing my fingers for next month. I am also going to evaluate my frequency of stitch fix after fix #4.  It is a bit hard on the bank account and from three fixes I have added ten new pieces!  How much more do I really need?  I do feel like the stylist did read my past comments, look at my shared Pinterest board and tried to include some uncommon items.  I tend to keep those I can't find much about searching the web.  For example, I did not find many reviews on the sweater, dress, and blouse I kept.  I do not want to look like every other stitch fixer out there.  For the next fix, I am looking for less synthetic materials and of course a pair of jeans.

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