A few weeks ago I received my first 0/5 box, although a few of you commented that I should keep either the dress or the jeans. In the end one of your comments that said 'if it doesn't bring you joy, send it back,' really hit home for me. I just didn't LOVE any of it so I had to return it, even though losing the $25 styling fee was annoying to me.
Customer service emailed saying they were sorry the last box missed the mark, and they were looking forward to getting it right the next time. I emailed back and forth with one of their reps, she adjusted my profile with additional notes (skinny jeans only if they have a lot of stretch, size down on knit tops to avoid the boxy effect, etc.) This was great, but I also asked if they would waive the $25 styling fee that I lost. I said I'd be more likely to do another box right away if they could waive it and they agreed, which goes to show that it never hurts to ask!
I took Erinn's advice and told my stylist (who I love and requested to keep!) that my style can be described as a 'preppy, Lauren Conrad, California' vibe. Which is hilarious since I'm in Wisconsin, the polar opposite of California. But causal, comfortable, put-together....those are my style goals. I pinned a few new things on my Pinterest board and definitely wanted a green vest and a pair of distressed boyfriend jeans without holes.
Kelley sent me a very personalize note, as always, and really dug into my profile more than I had done myself. She likes to read these posts, so 'Hi, Kelley!'.
1. Cut From the Kloth Kate Boyfriend Jeans | $88
I just realized that I pinned these exact jeans on Pinterest! And I really do love them----I love them so much that I have a pair nearly identical to this wash and style that I'll show you in a few more pictures. I styled these with a basic black tee, long necklace, and my pink Converse sneakers. Very 'me'. ;) Also, photoshoot took place in our bedroom instead of family room since our queen air mattress was taking up space by the mirror downstairs. Love having Memaw and mom visit and will gladly move my super important fashion show out of the way!
So yes, great fit and wash, and for being a 'boyfriend' cut they aren't exactly baggy. But they aren't horribly tight and uncomfortable, either. Great amount of stretch and I like the roll at the bottom, unrolled they were pretty short for me. I wore them for a few more outfits during my very fancy photo shoot and thought I'd probably keep them.
But in the end, they are just too similar to the other jeans I have from Loft. Right??
Verdict: Returned
2. Paradigma Vidal Henley Blouse | $58
I love me a Stitch Fix henley top, nice and flowy, they usually have button up sleeves, and a fun print is a bonus. I know that I love these tops because I have about four from SF in my closet right now. Enter this top:
Nice length, flowy, pretty floral print. I could keep the sleeves down or button them up, and I like them buttoned and shorter, personally.
I had this set aside to 'keep' but when I tried it on once more, both Nate and my mom said it looked pretty wide at the bottom. And actually, the side seams appear to angle out away from my body as they get closer to the bottom of the shirt---sort of like a trapezoid. I am all for loose fitting tops but this seemed just a little off for me. Very picky moment, for sure, but I think if I'm on the fence about something I really should NOT buy it. Must love it to keep it, right?
Verdict: returned
3. Tinsel Odensay Cargo Vest | $88
Squeeee, she found me a green vest! Oh no, it has a furry lining and collar. But wait!! Trying it on made me a big fan, yet again.
Kelley told me to pair it with the boyfriend jeans and the henley top, so I obeyed. Really love it all together so much. Then I removed the collar and liked it even more. Then I paired it with a denim top, black leggings, and my brown booties. YES.
It's a keeper and I've already worn it to Truman's soccer game, no collar. But perhaps for the cooler months the fuzzy collar will make it a little more versatile. I don't know but I really love it---score a point for pinning something, receiving it, and actually liking it!
Verdict: Kept and love it.
4. Liverpool Colleen Straight Leg Jean | $78
Kelley said these dark gray jeans are very hot right now, replacing the dark denim look with a more modern vibe. They are called straight leg but seemed almost boot cut to me, probably because most of my jeans are pretty fitted at the bottom.
I paired them with a SF scarf, a simple gray tee shirt, and my bronze Yosi Samra flats---a brand that SF does carry but I bought them way before my SF days. The jeans look pretty good, I think, but just didn't make me excited. I guess I don't mind the 'straight leg' that is more of a boot cut, but I think they'd be cuter as a skinny jean. Good stretch, fun color, but pass.
Verdict: Returned
5. Loveappella Malbec Elbow Patch Knit Top | $58
Teeth clenched emoji because of the length. I know I need to move away from every.single.shirt being long but this basically shows my stomach. Especially when I lift an arm to take the picture. Oh, and those are the Loft jeans I think are a lot like the Kut From Kloth. I guess more whiskers but whatever. Love the elbow patches and stripes and baseball tees in general are a big yes for me. But this one?
Weird sleeve length and not a fan of the bottom being a little tighter and really short (for me). Also, my mirror is disgustingly dirty.
Verdict: returned
So, this box ended up being a 1/5 for me, which seems bad but it was actually really great! The overall style was spot-on for me and I am admitting to being quite picky with these items. Probably would have kept everything except for the baseball tee if I wasn't in a 'must be obsessed with it or send it back' mood. So a 4/5 turned into a 1/5 but that is seriously fine by me---I think the goal for each box is to keep one or two items, and that's a win. It doesn't need to be a 5/5 to be successful for me and is definitely easier on the budget this way.
Think I did it right??
The striped shirt is so cute and looks great on you! When tops are too short I wear a white cami underneath and that does the trick. That would totally work for you if only the length was the issue.
ReplyDeleteAgree, I do a lot of camis under shirts, too. This just seemed too small all over, like in the arm length and the elbow patches. I guess now that it's fall and not summer I can stomach the idea of wearing more than one layer, though!
DeleteI loved that pair of skinny boyfriend jeans on you. I think they're similar, but look more polished than the pair you already own. I'd have kept those.
ReplyDeleteYou're probably right, the wash was just SO similar I had a hard time justifying the $88 price tag!
DeleteHonestly, I think everything looks nice. The prices are really high, imo. I love Old Navy. Very similar styles, much better pricing. Pinterest is great for ideas. Also, the J.Crew catalog is great for ideas. I can usually find very similar styles at Old Navy. The Old Navy website has a ton of sizes. They usually have free shipping if you spend $50.00 and you can always return to a local store. Anyway, just my two cents. I don't work for Old Navy, I swear. LOL
ReplyDeleteI LOVE Old Navy, too--it was my go-to staple for many many years. I just find that everything shrinks for me, even the 'tall' sizes, which bugs the hell out of me. The quality is not the same as some of the higher-end stuff, BUT the styles are probably quite similar. I still have plenty of ON stuff in my closet, at least the stuff I haven't shrunk over time!
DeleteI like the boyfriend jeans, only because they're "tighter" looking. The boyfriend style is suppose to be boxy, baggy, so I'm surprised these are called boyfriend, as they look like a skinny jean. (Personally, boyfriend baggy jeans always add pounds to most of us and I don't see them too flattering on many women). I love,LOVE that vest, but for the price, I'd want it more usable (as in a zip out lining!) I'd roast in it inside my classroom. But it's very cute and such a versatile piece. The striped tee is too small. Even the patch isn't on your elbow, it's mostly on your upper arm. Overall, I'm not a huge SF fan, as I always think the pieces I see are the same things I see in many dept. stores for a much lower price. I like to pay more for some staple items that are timeless, but for flannel shirts, tops and tees, I'm with you - I'd have to really, really love it, to keep it. Thanks for sharing. It's fun to see how they seem to really try to get your style, and its probably fun to get things in the mail without leaving the house. I like to shop and love to get a good find off a clearance rack, and don't require any special long, tall, or short fittings, so I don't see me justifying the SF prices. Yet, if I'd ever want to try them, I'd use your referral link. Happy fall! Just think - your next box will be winter survival outfits! (I'm in MN, so I will be needing the same thing shortly - ugh!)
ReplyDeleteI hear you on the jeans, I thought they would be baggy, too---kind of liked that they were more fitted but they just weren't necessary for my closet. It *is* fun having someone else do the shopping and shipping, agree that some of the prices are way more than department stores. Ugh, winter. Don't remind me! :)
DeleteI always love seeing what you get in your boxes. I love the boyfriend jeans on you! But if you already have a very similar pair, then it's not worth keeping. I also really like the vest and the floral henley! I would have kept both! Not loving the gray jeans or the striped top - I like my tops longer too and that was REALLY short. Yikes!
ReplyDeleteYour style is pretty much mine, and I also have #tallgirlproblems! You seem to have a much better StitchFix stylist than I ever had though, because I totally gave up after my last two boxes that were the complete opposite of anything I ever indicated liking. At any rate, I know you love SF, BUT I just discovered (through a Facebook ad, of all things) a similar service called Trunk Club. Same premise, even same pricing, but so far, WAY better because 1) I get to talk to my stylist (via email, phone, messages on the website), 2) They send 7 items, and I get to veto the first round of picks and tell them to pick something else if there is anything I know I won't like before they even send it out (or even tell them to do a different size, color, etc if I know one exists!), and 3) they definitely attempt to recreate actual outfits seen on my Pinterest board. Like to a T.
ReplyDeleteAnyways... just thought I'd throw it out there in case you get tired of SF :) It's always fun to try new things, and so far Trunk Club has been so much more successful for me. I can't mention enough how often it is to talk real-time to the stylist and say things like "Uh, no, please do not send me that fur vest! How about a puffy vest instead?". Awesomeness.