Over the weekend I received my 5th Stitch Fix. For this Fix, I requested a variety of pieces I could wear to interviews and into my future employment (graduation is quickly approaching!). Some of my favorite pieces in my closet are from Stitch Fix, so it's always exciting to see what my stylist puts together for me. I liked all the pieces in this Fix, but it all seemed to be a little off, which was unfortunate. That's bound to happen from time to time! I'll share with you what I got anyway though.
But first, a primer on Stitch Fix, in case your new to this amazing service! After filling out an extensive style profile and linking a Pinterest board or other helpful things for your stylist, you pick a date for your Fix to arrive. You can choose to schedule them automatically, but for me and my current budget situation I just do them when I can. Then, you wait anxiously for your Fix to arrive! :) Once it finds it's way to your front porch, you excitedly open your Fix up to find a personalized note from your stylist, 5 pieces they picked for you, and style cards to help you figure out what to pair with them. Awesome! Then, after trying everything on, you check out online and send back anything you don't want. You get 25% off for keeping everything in your Fix, and your $20 styling fee is applied to whatever you do decide to purchase. Easy, and so so fun! Now, onto my latest Fix...
But first, a primer on Stitch Fix, in case your new to this amazing service! After filling out an extensive style profile and linking a Pinterest board or other helpful things for your stylist, you pick a date for your Fix to arrive. You can choose to schedule them automatically, but for me and my current budget situation I just do them when I can. Then, you wait anxiously for your Fix to arrive! :) Once it finds it's way to your front porch, you excitedly open your Fix up to find a personalized note from your stylist, 5 pieces they picked for you, and style cards to help you figure out what to pair with them. Awesome! Then, after trying everything on, you check out online and send back anything you don't want. You get 25% off for keeping everything in your Fix, and your $20 styling fee is applied to whatever you do decide to purchase. Easy, and so so fun! Now, onto my latest Fix...
Fate Alonnah Knit Blazer | XS | $78 | My stylist added this is my Fix because I've been on the lookout for a blazer more appropriate for my creative field, something less stuffy. This one has sweater sleeves, which fits my criteria but they came up just a little too short, and I felt like the drape was a little much for my frame. Verdict: Send Back
Pixels Mirando Lasercut Detail Blouse | XS | $58 | I don't love how this lays on me, and I have something very similar already. Beautiful detailing along the bottom though. Verdict: Send Back
Margaret M Emer Printed Knit Straight Leg Pant | S | $98 | With an elastic waistband and soft fabric, these pants are so comfortable! Initially I was a little torn because they were so comfy, they almost felt like relaxing pants, not work pants. The print is fun, and I think they would get a lot of use. Verdict: Keep!
Skies Are Blue Misti Shirt Dress | XS | $68 | Olive/military green is totally having a moment in my closet right now, and I've received pieces by this brand before so I was excited to see another in this Fix. If I hadn't just bought this beautiful green dress from Banana Republic Factory, I'd keep this dress! Unfortunately I'm trying to keep my closet at a reasonable number of items, and I can't justify having two very similar dresses. Verdict: Send Back
Le Lis Cadence Dress | XS | $58 | Grid-print is very in right now, and I liked the high neckline of this dress. However, it was just a tad too form fitting for my taste, and I didn't love the feel of the fabric. I wanted to love it though! Verdict: Send Back
Overall this was not my favorite Fix, and I only kept one item. I'm going to request another one to try some other styles for work... While I don't have a job lined up yet, I want to be prepared for any interviews that might come my way! If you're in a creative field, do you have any wear-to-work tips you can give me?
Happy Monday!
--Caroline
