Stitch Fix Review September 2016

Stitch Fix Review: How Stitch Fix Works + My Current Fix

I have been using stitch fix for at least two years that I can remember. I have also used it while pregnant. I don't know what fix number this is, but it's safe to say I'm a fan of stitch fix.

If you decide you are interested in signing up please use my referral link: REFERRAL LINK
Full disclosure, I get a $25 credit to help fund my stitch fix addiction. Mama needs new clothes!

A few things to know if you're new to stitch fix. Each "fix" costs $20, which is then credited towards the item(s) you purchase. When you sign up you will answer questions about yourself and select your style based on some images they give you. You can choose price points, select prints and fabrics that you never want to receive, and give information about how you like clothes to fit on different parts of your body (loose, don't like to show my legs, etc). You do not have to sign up for monthly fixes. You can sign up for automated fixes (I have done monthly in the past) or you can just schedule a fix when you want one. That's what I am currently doing.

There's also an option to include additional web links so they have a better sense of your style. I would recommend putting together a pinterest board for your stylist so they can get a better idea of what you like. Just be sure to change the comments on each picture.

If you love everything in your fix you get 25% off your entire fix! 

Newer Stitch Fix Options

There are a few things Stitch fix recently started offering: shoes, exchanges, and mens fixes!
The shoes are a lot of times found at Nordstrom (Stitch fix also price matches) and I've seen really cute shoes in other people's fixes.
Exchanges are also officially new. They existed in the past but you had to email customer service. Stitch fix has now made it an option at check out so it's more easily accessible. 
They also now offer a men's service, but my husband would look at me like I was crazy if I signed him up.
They also offer maternity boxes, which was newer around the time I was pregnant and I loved my maternity boxes. It was my first baby so while I had a lot of hand me downs, I wanted to get a few nice things of my own that I could use for future pregnancies. I got dresses for my baby showers and they sent me items I would have never picked out on my own but LOVED. A picture of me pregnant and in a dress from Stitch Fix:
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ready to schedule a fix? 

Ok now we are ready for ordering our first fix!

Each fix you also get to leave a style note for your stylist where you can tell the stylist about any upcoming events you are looking for an outfit for or a style you are interested in getting. In the past I have mentioned I have a lot of baby/wedding showers coming up, please send some dress options or that I'm ready for some fall clothes. The people who end up disappointed are the people who are looking for very specific items, for example, they want exactly what they pinned. If you know the specific items and styles you need, go shopping. Stitch fix is best when you are open to trying items you would not have normally picked for yourself or give a general description (like comfy clothes since I'm a stay at home mom or vacation outfits for my upcoming Mexico trip).

I also suggest downloading the Stitch fix app so you can obsessively check when your fix ships and so you can SNEAK PEEK on the items you are receiving! If you click begin check out, you can see pictures of the items being sent and their price! Sometimes it's good to peek because you get excited over things, sometimes it's not because you think you will hate everything (but then end up loving it all once you try it on).

Review of my most recent fix

In my most recent fix I requested fall clothes that are comfy but don't make me look like a bum at daycare drop off (I work at home so I don't have to get too dressed up). I specifically asked for colored skinny jeans and a purse big enough for me to shove baby gear in. Below is a review of the items I received:

1. Market & Spruce Colibri Plaid Henley Top $48
Plaid is very in this year. I know, because I just bought 3 plaid shirts. Which is why I thought I would be returning it. However, I'm keeping it. It's light and perfect for fall. This lighter material is different from my other recent plaid purchases (at least that's my rationalization).

(Side note: One of my recent plaid purchses was this shirt. I found the brand at Nordstrom but then found it ON SALE on Amazon. It's worth full price. It's the softest shirt ever! I highly recommend it if you're ready to hop on the plaid train this fall)
Rails Shirt - comes in a bunch of colors


















2. Kut from the Kloth Callie Denim Jacket $78

My Stylist read my mind because I was just cleaning out my closet and putting away my fall clothes and thought to myself, I need a jean jacket! The one I own is from college. I love this brand as well! Fits like a glove, a keeper for sure. Also, if I keep it for as long as I kept my last jean jacket, it's an investment and a steal!


 










(Amazon has a few Kut from the Kloth jean jacket options, although the Callie style isn't listed: CLICK HERE for more options).


3. Market & Spruce Sam Hi-Low Short Sleeve Tee $44

My first thought was this is a grey t-shirt for $44. But it's not! It's amazing! It's soft, almost like a sweater, but not a sweater. And it really is high low, coming down lower in the back. I paired it with the Kamala skinny jeans I was sent as mentioned by my stylist in my note, but too much grey and I didn't like how you can see the top of the jeans sticking through. It will look better with leggings/pants without a button. I'm picturing myself now in my comfy outfit drinking wine under a blanket this fall. Keeping!









4. Urban Expressions Elisha Zipper Accent Structured Satchel $58
I asked for a purse in my last fix as well as my current purse has become a diaper bag catch all and the zippers inside are broken, yet I'm still carrying it around because it has all the baby supplies in it. Even though  my current purse is worn out and hideous, I've been so picky about selecting a new one. I just want one to arrive at my door. Hello Stitch fix! The purse from last month didn't work out because it was off-white and I can live in my mom reality that an off-white purse isn't a good idea. I immediately loved this purse and when I read my stylist's note I knew why, it was from my Pinterest board! Keeping!








5. Tinsel Kamala Skinny Jean $68

I asked for skinny jeans in my note, but I asked for colored skinny jeans. In my last box I got colored skinny jeans and it was the first time that a pair of pants I received from stitch fix did not fit perfect! I know, it's hard to shop for jeans so you wouldn't expect one random pair of a brand you aren't familiar with to fit, but they always have for me, even my first fix post baby! My last fix's skinny jeans came up way too low for this mom-bod. My stylist read my last note (this is why it's important to leave feedback!) and sent this pair which she thought would be a higher fit. They did fit great but while labeled as the color Olive, these are grey (I have two grey pairs already) and I don't love the material. It's not a jean, it's not a legging, it's slightly shiny. My note said to pair this with the Sam Hi-Low shirt but that was just too much grey. Then I remembered this black top from my last fix and threw on some heels and the pants were growing on me. I am keeping for the discount and I may resell.






My entire fix total was $296.00. Minus my $20 fee $276. I had a $30 credit (thanks referral!) and with the 25% off discount for buying everything my fix is only $172. It's important to do some math because even though I don't love the skinny jeans, if I were to keep everything but them I would pay $286 before my credits/ $236 after. So it just doesn't make sense to not keep them. 

There are a few facebook groups where people will sell things they kept for a discount so that's always an option. If you do this, especially in your first few fixes, let your stylist know in the feedback that you didn't keep it for yourself or they might think you love it and send similar items. I once got a poncho and I sent that back with a very strong stance on ponchos, haven't gotten one since!


Make sure if you sign up to use someone's referral link so you can help fund their addiction. Mine is above but you can get one from a friend as well who uses Stitch Fix. Then, once you sign up make sure to share your link as well! The normal credit is $25 but every once in a while they offer up to a $50 credit per referral. 

Have you tried stitch fix yet? Share your thoughts in the comments!