Stitch Fix Review #7

Good morning and happy Thursday guys! This month’s Stitch Fix delivery caught me by surprise but man was I excited when I opened the box. I immediately saw Fall colors, booties and layers which are a few of my favorite things to wear when the weather turns cool in New York City. Even though the temperatures are still in the low 80s each day, trying on these Fall items helped put me in the mood!

In case this is your first time hearing about Stitch Fix, I signed up for the membership back in January and have received seven “fixes” since then. It is an online personal shopping and styling website which allows you to schedule shipments to arrive based on your needs or schedule. After registering for the site, new members fill out an in-depth style survey and profile which helps the Stitch Fix personal stylists get to know you. The questions include things like sizes, styles, favorite colors, brands, and other likes and dislikes.  Once you finish the profile you are able to schedule your first Stitch Fix delivery. Each Stitch Fix delivery is a box of five pieces of clothing or accessories. There is a $20 styling fee which you have to pay up front, but, the good news is that this $20 works as credit towards any of the items you want to keep. Each month I receive a Stitch Fix shipment, I share with you a recap of what I receive (January FebruaryMarchAprilJune and August) and my thoughts on each piece.  So far, I have kept an average of one piece per fix and have gravitated towards dresses and tops.

Here we go! Remember – If you see anything that you like below, feel free to pin and/or ask your stylist in the notes section of your next fix for something similar! Your stylist does her best to get to know you and therefore will read your blog, check out your Pinterest board and even your Facebook page if you give her access so she can see what you wear and love! In addition, remember that while I do get a small amount of compensation if you join Stitch Fix, all thoughts and feedback are my own opinion!

Diba Triumph Cutout Booties – Size 10 – $95.00 – Return – Okay, my stylist finally answered my wishes and included shoes in this fix, even though she warned me that they may night fit since Stitch Fix currently doesn’t carry shoes larger than size 10. These booties were cute in the box but unfortunately they run small, meaning there was no way I could squeeze my feet into them for a picture. I tend to be a quality over quantity girl when it comes to shoes, especially boots, and therefore would rather invest a bit more in a pair of booties that I will wear for years.  While I liked the notched, cutout detail and the color, these didn’t feel like real leather nor was the material soft and flexible.

Stitch Fix Booties

London Times Kecia Knit Dress – Size 8 – $68.00 – Keep When I first saw this dress I rolled my eyes wondering why my stylist would choose such a boring option, as it seemed to be a plain, grey dress. Once I put it on and styled it with my favorite heels and necklace, Bo immediately insisted I keep it. When I glanced in the mirror, I saw exactly what he saw – the fit and flare detail of this dress flattered my body and the knee length makes it perfect for a work dress.  When the temperature drops, I will style this with either a blazer or long cardigan and heels in Fall and then with tall boots and a cardigan in the colder, winter months.

Stitch Fix London Times Kecia Knit Dress

Market & Spruce Palos V Neck Knit Top – Size Medium – $48.00 – Return – This lightweight top is perfect for those in-between weeks when the seasons are changing. Unfortunately, this faded grey and white color is not flattering with my complexion. The longer length and lean cut was more flattering than I expected but unfortunately it just wasn’t the right color. If I received this in either a rich Winter hue or a vibrant Summer color, I could see this quickly becoming a closet staple.

Stitch Fix Market & Spruce Palos V Neck Knit Top

Staccato Dinah Open Front Cardigan – Size Medium – $48.00 – Keep – Even though I love the ease of open front cardigans, I only own two, both of which are plain, neutral colors. As soon as I saw this lightweight cardigan, I fell in love. The deep colors will pair perfectly with my Fall wardrobe and I can either style it with lighter color layers, such as a white long sleeve top or darker, as I styled it here.

Stitch Fix Staccato Dinah Open Front Cardigan

Lila Ryan Lila Skinny Jean – Size 8 – $98.00 – Return – I told my stylist that I was in the market for jeans as I recently donated four pairs which were showing signs of wear. I love wearing skinny jeans in Fall and Winter as they pair perfectly with tall boots or booties. These jeans fit perfectly and were even long enough but unfortunately, they are the exact same color as my favorite pair of skinny jeans. If you are in the market for dark skinny jeans that will instantly make you look leaner, request these in your next fix.  I’m wearing the jeans in three of these pictures, so you can see how they pair with different tops.

Stitch Fix Staccato Dinah Open Front Cardigan

Your turn: What piece is your favorite? What would have you kept?

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Faux Fur and Cabernet

Fall has arrived in New York City which means that packing for this trip was a joy! I’ve been yearning to break out my Fall clothes, both new and old alike, but Geneva’s temperate weather and Indian Summer has not provided the opportunity. It’s still 10 degrees warmer in Geneva than here in New York City or even Savannah, Georgia for that matter. Absolutely crazy, right? When people hear I live in Switzerland they imagine a polar vortex all winter long when in reality we rarely see snow in Geneva due to the geography and lake.

IMG_2767[1]Choosing my outfit for yesterday’s day of meetings with old co-workers and agency partners inspired me to go a bit out of my comfort zone. New York inspires me to try things I wouldn’t previously try as there is always someone on the street trying something crazier. Whereas in Geneva things tend to be a bit more conservative, I am always inspired to add a little glam or edge to my look when I’m back in the Big Apple. This certainly wasn’t always true when I lived here but for now, I’m embracing the inspiration. If only I knew how to model for these pictures without looking like a complete idiot. Oh well. I guess I’ll stick to travel and fitness blogging.

Fall Outfit of the Day As soon as I posted yesterday’s outfit of the day (#ootd) on Instagram people immediately wanted more details. When you guys speak, I do my best to listen! Therefore, today’s post is dedicated to helping you put together a similar look. Each of these pieces was on sale over the past couple of weeks meaning that creating the look was far less expensive than normal.

Welcoming Fall Outfit of the DayWhile you can definitely wait until the holiday sales begin to snag these pieces at a discount, I will say that the Mira Heel is one of the most comfortable yet flattering heels I’ve worn and the faux fur vest is absolute perfection and in true Zara fashion, will most likely sell out quickly.

J Crew Factory Merino Sweater in CabernetZara Faux Fur Vest –C Wonder Gold Link Necklace (similar) – Ann Taylor Loft Tortoise Shell Necklace link necklace (similar) – J Crew Factory Wide Leg TrouserMadewell Mira Heel in True Black Suede –  Hair style courtesy of DreamDry

What’s your take on faux fur? Yay or nay?

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