Have you heard of Stitch Fix? I had been wanting to try Stitch Fix for a long time. I’ve seen many friends use it over the years. A lot of blogs I follow do month posts and I enjoy seeing their pieces each month along with the items they kept and returned.
Here is a little about how Stitch Fix works:
Create a style profile so your personal stylist can get to know you.
Try on and discover styles hand-picked to fit you, your budget and your style.
Only pay for what you keep; your feedback makes your next experience even better!
One of my personal goals this year has been to put more energy into MYSELF each day. Get dressed, do my hair, put some makeup on, etc. So I thought this would be a nice little treat to myself each month and in January I signed up.
I had high hopes for my first box. But, when it arrived in the mail I was really disappointed. Unfortunately, I didn’t have a chance to take pictures. With Stitch Fix, you only have three days to decide what you want to keep and get the rest in the mail to send back. For that fix, I would say two out of the five pieces in the box were my style, a pair of jeans and a top. Here is a pictures of the fix.
The boyfriend jeans were so comfortable, I really wanted to keep them. Unfortunately, I’m only 5’0 and had requested petite pants, which these were not. I did decide to keep the raglan top above, it was comfortable but still a little expensive at almost $50 for a top. If it were a lighter material, it would be better for this FL weather but it’s a thick fabric. With SF you pay the $20 styling fee and then can take that off an item from your fix. In all honestly, the only reason I kept the top was because I didn’t want to lose the styling fee.
Lets talk about the fix I did photograph. Fix number two. With this fix, I tried to be more specific with my requests, hoping it would help my stylist find things that worked for me. I do have some events coming up, so I asked for specific items for these events. A dress, a dressy top to wear with jeans and booties, shorts and a statement necklace to go with the dress. Here is what I received.
Top #1. Iglesia Pleated Blouse $48
This was the dressy top with jeans for a party next month. I loved the color of the top and didn’t have anything like it in my closet. But, the pattern was a little busy for me and I felt pregnant in it. For someone who has been working hard to get the last of the baby weight off, that is the last thing I wanted for this occasion.
Item #2- Elaine Ikat Print Pocket- Front Knit Shirt $44
This is the item I kept from the fix. This is another while I liked it, I didn’t love it. But since I didn’t want to lose the $20, I kept it and figured it would be cute for springtime.
Item #3- Carrie Dress $68
I honestly thought the price point for this dress was great, it just wasn’t me. The pattern was too busy and the dress was a heavier knit which won’t work for FL.
Item #4- Vincent Triangle Pendant Necklace $28
This was the piece I was the most disappointed in. Last month, I received a GOLD bracelet with the little fake diamonds in it and I specifically said that wasn’t my taste. This is just not what I thought of when I asked for a statement necklace. I didn’t even take it out of the box.
Item #5 was a pair of shorts that were way too tight. I’m a 2/4 in shorts and they sent a 2. That is one of the things that is tough about a program like this. If the shorts were sent in a 4, I definitely would have kept them because they are what I would have gotten the most wear out of, even though they were $58.
Here are my final thoughts….
While SF didn’t work for me, I think it’s a good program. The anticipation of what is going to show up at your doorstep makes it fun. I did like being introduced to different and new brands or trying on a pair of pants I typically wouldn’t have picked out for myself. Most of the pieces ranged from $50-$100. I do wish they had some items that were lower in price, but understand that it would be harder to make a profit from. I personally feel like I can go to Nordstrom, Francesca’s or Loft and find pieces that I absolutely LOVE and fit right for a similar price. I also don’t want to throw away $20 for the fixes that don’t work out nor do I love spending an extra $20+ to keep an item that I don’t absolutely LOVE. My body type is harder to fit and style, which makes any online shopping tough for me. Going to the store and trying things on or ordering from a company where I’m familiar with the fit is just what works for me. I do think that if I would have given things more time and maybe had the luck of having a consistent same stylist who really understood my style preferences, my thoughts may be different. If you’re on the fence about trying it, I honestly would say go for it. It can’t hurt and you may love it. All in all, I’m happy I gave it a try, even though it isn’t something I’ll stick with.
Have you tried Stitch Fix?
I think getting a box full of fun clothes to try on is the most fun part. But I think 5 things in one size or color is too limiting for me. I like to try on one thing in 3 sizes and a couple colors if I can. Maybe if they send 5 things in three sizes I’d be down!
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Yes, various sizes would be great!
I e considered SF but for all the reasons you listed I don’t think I will!! I tend to be really picky!
Awww I’m so sad it didn’t work for you! I definitely found that it took a few boxes for my stylist to “get me.” Did you have the same stylist for both boxes? I totally understand why you stopped but I definitely know it gets better over time! I get really specific in my profile and notes, and I link to my blog in my profile, so I think that helps. I had the same stylist for a long time, but when she started to not get me anymore, I asked for a new one and she’s AMAZING. I think it works for some people, but not everyone.
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I didn’t have the same stylist for both boxes. I’ve been reading that it’s been like that for a lot of people lately. I made sure my notes were really detailed this time since I thought that is something I could have improved on last time. They definitely listened to my events I had planned and sent things for them but the style was just nothing like the things I’ve pinned. I’m just not a big print person and everything was full of prints =-)
It took me a few boxes to find a stylist that really understood my style. I love the orange top you kept!
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I love this because I Have a love/hate relationship with SF. I love the concept and have gotten a few pieces that have become some of my staples pieces. BUT, some of the stuff they send it NOT me, the material sucks or the price is ridiculous!! I got my last “fix” in the fall and am not doing it again until the spring. I hate losing the $20, too, so I always keep something. I would rather go to Target and find something that works better for me. 🙂 I do love that they introduce me to new pieces I wouldn’t normally buy. It’s fun, but in the end, I feel like you have to have money to throw around a little, which is not me right now!
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Yes! My thought was, yes I loved the shorts they sent if they would have been in the right size I would have kept them. But only to not lose the styling fee because I wouldn’t normally pay $60 for a pair of shorts. I’ll wait for a 40% off sale at Loft for ones that I know will fit like a glove.
I love that Ikat top the you ended up keeping! I love the idea of Stitch Fix, but one of my concerns is exactly what you described, I wish they had lower price points… like in the $10-50 range, lol. I have a really hard time spending a lot of money on clothing. Once I lose all the baby weight this time I know I need some new clothes and I was thinking of giving it a try then, but I dunno.I’m nervous I won’t love anything and lose the $20 fee.
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Thank you! I would definitely try it when you’re ready. It may end up being a perfect fit for you!
I haven’t tried StitchFix but I have friends who do love it. I was always nervous because I’m 6′ (opposite of your problem) and so my body is hard to dress. Thanks for sharing your experience, it’s refreshing to read a “real” review. Also I have those Jack Rogers jellies in one of your pics 🙂
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Thank you! THe jellies are so comfortable, a summer go to for me!
I agree with you – the idea and concept is clever and inviting but if it doesn’t fit your taste or request then it won’t work!! x
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I’m sorry to hear that StichFix did not work for you. I have read mixed reviews about the items that they send – some people adore a box one month and loathe next month’s box. I haven’t personally tried StichFix because they don’t offer my size, but I have been on the fence about signing up for Dia & Co. (It’s the plus size version of StichFix), but I don’t know if it is worth the risk to me…I guess I will have to think on it more! Thanks for sharing!
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I think that is what I’ve seen the most as well, a completely love one month and then a bust the next. I hope Dia & Co works for you!
I received my first box today and was so excited to get it. I really did enjoy the pieces that were picked for me, however, I about fell out of the chair when I saw the prices. I did end up keeping on blouse and sent the rest back. Not sure if I will try a 2nd Fix.
LOL, yes I was quite surprised as well. I would have loved some $20-$30 options.
I too was not a stitch fix fan – too much money for me not to LOVE everything!
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Yes, I don’t have a big budget for myself when it comes to clothes so I like to make it go as far as it can!
Did you request a size exchange for the shorts? You can email them anytime before checkout and they’ll try to find the right size (and extend your checkout window until it’s resolved one way or the other). If you still have the items it’s worth a shot.
BTW I love that dress on you!
Thank you. I did not request a size change because I didn’t want to chance a new size still not fitting and having to keep going back and forth until I found something that worked. I do like that they have that option, more I’m more of an instant gratification person =-)
While I agree that you could go to multiple stores and find things that work for you, I live in a small town that doesn’t have any of those stores AND with two littles and no babysitters available to me, shopping for myself and trying on clothes just doesn’t ever(like ever) happen. So Stitch Fix meets those two needs for me for sure. Also, you could have emailed customer service and checked to see if they had the shorts you loved in a size 4. If they have it available, they are always more than happy to exchange your item for the size you need. Anyway! Sorry you didn’t love it!
I’m sure it’s much harder living in a small town. Taking a trip to the mall only takes me a few minutes, so I’m sure if I didn’t have anywhere else to shop close it would be more appealing. If the shorts weren’t $60, I would have emailed to see if they had a 4, but with a chance that the 4 still may not have been the perfect fit, I didn’t want to take the chance or spend that much on a pair of shorts.
I have a love/hate attitude about Stitch Fix too! I love getting the boxes and being surprised by what I’m getting. I like that somethings I’ll get items I never would have chosen for myself and they push me out of my boring comfort zone, but I agree that the prices are quite high for some pretty cheap feeling pieces and fit has been a bit off for me as well. I keep getting a different stylist with every single box, so I think that’s part of the problem. I keep waiting for one stylist to nail it for me so I can request the same one over and over (so many people have really good luck with that), but it hasn’t happened for me yet.
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Yes, I’ve heard such great things from girls who love their stylist and have the same one consistently!