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August Stitch Fix Review

Sigh.  I think the only way to sum this month’s Stitch Fix up is with an emoticon.

😦

Stitch Fix August Review
It looks so promising…

Pomelo – Aggie Sleeveless Side Gathered Striped Maxi Dress $68

I had actually seen this dress on the blog and thought it looked cute, so I was excited to see it.

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Stitch Fix August Review

Stitch Fix August Review

And then I see it on.  Nothing about this worked.  My bra straps were visible, the pattern did nothing for my shape, and it clung to every lump and bump on my body.

Going back.

Kensie Jeans – Kaleigh Ankle Biter Skinny Jean  $88

Red jeans!  Something I’ve wanted forever!  The fabric is stretchy and the color is exactly what I wanted.  Let’s see what they look like on.

Stitch Fix August Review

 

Stitch Fix August Review

 

Stitch Fix August ReviewAnnnnd no.  Skin tight, low rise, and just terrible.  What a disaster.  The best part is the stylist called these “Straight Fit” when the label clearly called them skinny fit.

Going back.

Under Skies – Simran Solid French Terry Moto Jacket $78

Stitch Fix August Review

I had asked for a “lightweight summer jacket I could wear with dresses and tops in the air conditioned office.”  This jacket is a very non-neutral color and is most definitely not light weight.  It was a heavy sweater material.

Stitch Fix August Review

Stitch Fix August Review

On, it is just okay.  But I don’t love it and it doesn’t fill any gaps in my current wardrobe so back it goes.

Skies are Blue – Alexa Embroidery Detailed Tank $48

Then there are tanks.  Again.  Which I’ve asked them to stop sending.

Stitch Fix August ReviewIt’s cute on the hanger.

Stitch Fix August Review

Stitch Fix August ReviewAnd makes me look pregnant.  This is where the stylist was WAY off.  She said she sent me some tops to flatter my pear shape that are tight at the top then get wider at the bottom.  That is the OPPOSITE of what is flattering for a pear shape.  Any  blog or fashion article or anything you read says pear shapes should wear fitted tops to accentuate the waist.  This shape only makes my natural shape worse and makes me look incredibly large.

Going back.  (Seeing a trend….?)

19 Cooper – Lanea Graphic Print Racerback Tank $58

Stitch Fix August Review
Racerback. Tank. Two strikes.

Stitch Fix August Review

Stitch Fix August ReviewAnd a big fat no.  Again, this is terrible for my shape and makes me look pregnant and fat.

Going back.

Overall Impressions

I did not get my usual stylist this time (Cody) and the new one really missed what I was asking for with these picks.  The tops were terrible and unflattering, and the pants were way too tight.  The dress I will take the blame for since I added it to my pinterest page, but nothing else was good.  Everything is going back which means I am out $20, but I wasn’t keeping any of these items just to not lose out on the $20 so I’m just plain out.

I considered cancelling my September fix all together, but instead I scheduled it for further out and asked for absolutely no tank tops and no loose flowy tops like that.  I’d love to see another pants option with a higher waist and not super skinny fit.

Such a disappointment for August.

 

 

 

 

Summer Dresses

I’ve been wearing a lot of dresses this week to work and got a chance to wear two of my new favorite Boden dresses.  Both of the Boden dresses are currently on clearance and stocks are dwindling, but I highly recommend both.

Boden Nancy Dress – $74 on clearance

Boden Nancy Dress

I got this dress in the Blue Riviera pattern and I just love the fit.  The pattern is super cute in person and the dress is soft and flowy.  Perfect for a summer day with a cardigan thrown over it for the office.

Boden Santorini Sundress – $70.40 on clearance

Boden Santorini dress

I love this dress too.  It is made of a nice jersey fabric and it has pockets!  I loved having pockets in a dress but it is pretty rare.  I paired it with an old stitch fix necklace.

41 Hawthorn Stitch Fix Wrap Dress

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I’ve worn this dress before, but I just love the soft jersey fabric and the length.  Perfect for work!

 

June Outfits

Here are some of the things I’ve been wearing in June.

maxi skirt
Tie Dye Maxi Skirt

I got this Maxi Skirt on sale at Kohls and paired it with my usual jean jacket and some comfortable sandals.  The boho necklace is from Ann Taylor Loft.

blue skirt
Blue Skirt and Tee

The Blue Skirt and graphic tee are from Ann Taylor Loft, the necklace from Kohls, and the shoes are Nine West.

circle skirt
Circle Skirt

The knit circle skirt is from Ann Taylor Loft, and I have it in 4 colors.  It’s incredibly comfortable and easy to pull on when the weather warms up as an alternative to shorts.  I wear them both to work and on the weekend.  Here I paired it with a sweater from Ann Taylor Loft and a scarf from London.

Circle SkirtAnn Taylor Loft $49.50 without a sale

open cardigan
Stitch Fix top and Cardigan

The striped blouse was from Stitch Fix, and the cardigan from Piperlime.

maxi dress
Maxi Dress and Pink Bag

The Maxi dress is from Target, and the bag is Kate Spade.  I paired it with my favorite jean jacket.

white blazer
Stitch Fix top and Blazer

The top and necklace are from stitch fix.  I paired it with a white linen blazer I got from Nordstrom last summer.

striped dress
Golden Tote Striped Dress

In an attempt to mask the poorly placed gathering on this dress I wore the belt a little lower, but you can still tell it gives me a weird shape.  Once again, my jean jacket.  (I realized from these pictures that I’ve been wearing it a ton.)

boden skirt
A-Line Skirt and Cardigan

I find that this silhouette works really well for my shape.  The A-line pulls away from my hips and gives me a nice straight shape.  The skirt is from Boden and the cardigan is from Old Navy.

Stitch Fix May Review

My May Stitch Fix arrived last weekend, and here’s what it consisted of.

Stitch Fix May
The goods

At first glance, I like the necklace, but am dissapointed by the range of colors once again.  Its back to blue and black.  I’ve had so many fixes that were just dull blue and black and this one is right there again.  Plus the only thing I asked for this time was a teal and white chevron skirt I saw in other peoples fixes, and I can see that it is not here.  Once again I don’t think they read the comments, because her note said “I see that you’ve asked for mostly tops and dresses this time…” which was not true.  I only asked for a skirt.

41 Hawthorn – Mandi Colorblock Shift Dress  $74

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Before even trying this on I knew it wouldn’t work.  Shift dresses + pear shapes do not equal flattering.

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Thumbs down

This went back.

Tart – Caldwell Pocket Front V-Neck Tee Shirt  $54

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$54 seems steep for a plain T-shirt that I could easily find elsewhere.

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Pricey Tee

I did like the color and fit, plus it looked nice with the necklace, so I decided to keep this very expensive Tee shirt.

Lily – Jonie Abstract Chevron Cowl Neck Top  $48

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Awful fabric

I didn’t care for the dark colors of this top, and the fabric was really awful.  It was that cheap polyester blend that has no breath-ability and the fit was off too.  One shoulder stuck up oddly.  For sure going back, two thumbs down on this one.

Loveappella – Karissa Chevron Print Henley Tank  $48

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Just okay

This top had a soft fabric and a neutral print, but I wasn’t wowed by it either.  It was just very basic.  I decide to keep it because I could throw any color cardigan over the top to add a pop of color.

Pixley – Rita Teardrop Bib Necklace  $42

Stitch Fix May
Spoon necklace

To me, this necklace looks like a bunch of spoons.  It’s a bit heavy and I felt that $42 was rather high for this type of statement necklace you can find at cheaper box stores now, but I did like the silver accents so I kept this.

Overall Impressions

This was not my favorite stitch fix and two items went back.  I think I could have returned all of it and not felt like I was missing anything.  The colors were blah and dark, and I didn’t get the skirt I had asked for.  I really hope next time I get to see some colors.  I’ve seen bright yellow blouses in other peoples fixes and was hoping for something more like that.

 

April Outfits

I haven’t been good about posting outfits lately, so here is a short recap of some of my favorite things I got to wear in April.

Outfit Pear Shape
Mustard Cardigan and Skirt

I absolutely love anything mustard colored and this cardigan is one of my favorites.  The cardigan, tee, and skirt are from Ann Taylor Loft last year.

Outfit Pear Shape
Striped Stitch Fix Top

I had a chance to wear my green/gray striped stitch fix top.

Outfit Pear Shape
Easter Brunch

We went out for Easter Brunch and I wore this old dress from GAP paired with some shoes from ModCloth.

Outfit Pear Shape
Military Style Jacket

I got a new linen tee from Ann Taylor Loft and paired it with my military style jacket.  This is one of my favorite laid back go-to looks.

Outfit Pear Shape
Wrap Top – Old Navy
Outfit Pear Shape
Breezy Loft top

I got this flowy top from LOFT and paired it with a pale pink cardigan from Old Navy.

Outfit Pear Shape
Faux Suede and Leopard Pumps

This was one of my favorite looks.  The faux suede jacket is from Piperlime and the pumps are Nine West.  I felt so chic!

Outfit Pear Shape
Green Dress – New York and Company

New York and Company had some really great spring dresses this year.  I got this one along with a pink floral one I haven’t worn yet.  Both are really flattering for my shape and a nice length for work.

Outfit Pear Shape
Stitch Fix Dress

Love this dress.  The length, the flow of the fabric and the cut and color.  Great Stitch Fix find.

March Outfits

Here’s what I’ve been wearing in March.

maxi skirt
Winter Maxi Skirt

I wore this striped maxi skirt from Ann Taylor Loft with a blue GAP sweater and scarf.  It was the first time I wore a maxi skirt in the winter with tights, but I liked the look and think I’d wear it again.

peter pan collar
Peter Pan Collar Sweater

I bought this sweater from LOFT in the early fall and planned to wear it with a skirt, but decided to pull it out this week to wear with black jeans and my favorite rhinestone skull flats.

chevron sweater
chevron sweater from Stitch Fix

I had been hesitant about this purchase from stitch fix, but when I paired it with a skinny jean, a black long sleeve tee and these boots, I liked the look.  It is comfortable and kept me warm enough in the office.  Glad I kept it.

baseball tee
silk baseball tee

I got this mixed media tee by Hive and Honey from Piperlime.  The fabric is so soft and I loved the pattern.  Unfortunately I wore it to a cooking demonstration after work where they were grilling onions and I need to somehow wash it without ruining it now.  We’ll see how that goes.

cowlneck sweater
Victoria’s Secret Sweater

I got this 3 way sweater from Victoria’s Secret for Christmas and love how soft and over-sized it is.

orange dress
orange dress from ModCloth

I bought this dress from ModCloth last year and love the color and shape.  I enjoy wearing it with black tights, boots, and a cardigan.

 

chunky sweater
chunky sweater from Stitch Fix

This sweater was in my last stitch fix, and I decided to wear it with a blush silk blouse underneath and skinny jeans and boots.  It was really comfortable but I don’t know how flattering it looked.