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My First StitchFix Box

 

I am sure you all know about StitchFix by now!  

You fill out your style profile, they send you a box of five items their stylists (and extensive computer algorithms) think will fit your style.

I got a free $100 credit to use, from using my friend's referral link which meant I didn't have to pay a styling fee ($20, which is applied to any purchase you make from the box).  The links provided here will give a referral bonus to my sister once I set them up, since I have already maxed out my referral limit for the year.

Anyways.  I spent the week between ordering my fix and receiving the package in the mail checking my personalized shop and USPS tracking alarmingly often.  I was SOOO excited to see what I would get.

When it arrived (right on time!) I opened it up and pulled out the most comfortable sweater in the whole wide world.  Unfortunately, it also looked like I gained 20 lbs when I put it on.  Between the bulky (wonderful) fabric, and the loose fit, it was the opposite of flattering.  It was $46.



Next I tried on these two shirts.  I really liked the orange one with dolman sleeves.  It was really soft, and perfect for Thanksgiving.  My husband however hated it.  I believe he said I looked like a cat lady with no friends and that only construction workers have to wear orange (after I pressed him relentlessly to tell me why he didn't like it).  At $58 it was a little pricey anyways, even if it was just store credit.

The green one was $40.  It fit nicely, and was comfortable, again being made of soft, seemingly quality fabrics. I was not a huge fan of the large zipper down the front, which seemed more like it belonged on a coat.

The last item I tried on was this pretty navy dress for $68.  The picture doesn't do it justice at all.  It was a blue, not black dress, completely overlayed in lace.  It fit really well.


The last thing I got was a pair of navy blue Tom's shoes.  I know people love them, but I hate the square toe and slipper-like look.  I didn't take any picture of them.

So what did I keep?  Honestly, I was pretty disappointed with my first StitchFix box.  I didn't feel like anything was really my style.  I almost just kept the first sweater that was super cozy, even if it looked like a tent.  Then I checked the wash instructions and it was dry-clean only.  NOPE.  I loved the dress, but it was too short for church, and too delicate (the lace would snag easily) to wear for everyday.  The orange shirt was my favorite, but I don't like to dress in ways that my husband hates (except my willingness to wear pajamas all day, a habit I am hoping to break).  I ended up keeping the green shirt.  It is comfortable and more flattering than the other two shirts.

I didn't HAVE to keep anything, but I knew from talking to my friend that after you check out your first box, they sometimes give you a bonus referral code that gives you and a friend a $100 credit if they sign up.  I wanted that bonus and I knew that if I didn't buy something they probably wouldn't give it to me.  Plus it would have cost me my $20 styling fee.  

I immediately ordered my second box, and it is due to arrive on the 23rd.  I have high hopes for this next box.  After my first box, why am I excited about the next one?

1- I gave them detailed feedback about each item they sent me, what I liked and didn't like, to help them hone in on my style.
2- Every day there are new "style shuffles" where you rate clothing.  At first I hated like 75% of what they showed me.  Yesterday they had a special section called "Picked for you" (or something similar) and I liked 9 out of 10 items/outfits they showed me.
3- I made a highly detailed Pinterest board, geared only towards the type of items I would like to receive in this box.  https://www.pinterest.com/wifethenmama/fallwinter-fashion/
4- I gave more specific requests and style suggestions in both my stylist's note and my style profile.  

I think with all these changes, my next box (I asked for something festive to wear for Christmas!) will be more my style.  And maybe I will take better pictures too!





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