My teenage niece, Sydney, recently received a Stitch Fix box and so I thought I would share some of the items and her thoughts on them.  She received 5 items, white jeans, a summer dress, 2 sleeveless tops and a pair of sandals.  Despite being a size too large, her favorite item was the Articles of Society Distressed Skinny Jean. These are a size 4 – she is 5’7″ and weighs about 120-25 lb, with a waist size of 25.  They were comfortable and make a great basic for the spring/summer/fall (and even winter).  In the fall, these jeans would look great with a chunky knit turtleneck or a neutral crew neck sweater along with black or leopard flats in the fall.

 

The summer dress in the box is the Nisha Dress by French Grey in light purple (size 5) which runs $48 – cute dress, especially for showing off shoulders and arms.  Here it is below, paired with the Swizzle Pom Lace Up Sandal by Steve Madden ($79), that also came in the box. The sandals are fun and were comfortable, but weren’t really her style – so they are going back.  With fall just around the corner, probably not the best investment.

 

 

Below is the Charliese Embroidery Detail Halter Top by Skies Are Blue (size S; $54).  I think it’s very pretty and love the orange color.  I think it’s nice on Sydney, but she does not feel it’s flattering on her. She is well-endowed on top with a small waist, so billowy tops are tend to make her look larger than she is.  But, for those of us without that problem (not a bad problem to have…) – I think it’s a great top.

 

 

The last item is the Q&A V-Neck Top (Size S; $48) below.  I think it’s very pretty and can be dressed up or down.  But again, for Sydney, it’s a bit loose-fitting on the bottom, so not as flattering on her body type. This one will go back as well.  Although due to style/sizing issues, nothing in the box was not a keeper for Sydney, I think the 2nd box might do the trick.  I still think the Stitch Fix boxes are a great idea, especially for someone who doesn’t have time to shop and/or doesn’t mind paying for convenience. If anyone has had a particularly good or bad experience with special sizes (petite or tall, etc.) with Stitch Fix, please share! Again, thanks for reading!

 

This is a review of my most recent StitchFix box.  For those of you unfamiliar with StitchFix, it’s an online service that, for a $20 styling fee, will send you a “fix” – 5 items of clothing and/or accessories based on an online profile that you fill out.  You have a few days to decide what to keep or return.   Just drop the items you don’t want back into the mail.  The $20 styling fee will be credited against any items that you keep.  This is my fourth box….my first three boxes weren’t much of a success because most of the items did not fit because they were not in petite sizing, which is what I normally wear (note -I did keep some nice scarves and accessories, which I don’t think I would have picked out myself).  So, I was excited to learn before this box arrived that StitchFix now carries petites!   Here are the items from my box…

1) XSP (Petite!) – Collective Concepts Rilo Button-Up Blouse  $68.00

I love the color – coral with the flecks of blue.  This is my first item I have received that is actually in petite (and only one in this box, actually).  It’s flattering and it fits.  Great for the office or just with jeans.

and a bit brighter with white denim…

 

 

2) XS – Gilli Lauree V-Neck Drape Dress Navy  $68.00

This dress is comfortable – the fabric is soft and the cut is flattering.  It’s a great anytime dress.   Unfortunately, it went back because I felt the price was a bit high for the fabric and quality.  But…again StitchFix is about saving time – so if I were not a big shopper – this would be a keeper.  It is not petite, but still fit me – so those of you that only wear petites might want to keep Gilli in mind as an option.

Items 3) and 4) were too big, but here they are (btw, I am 5’2″ and 104 pounds).

3) XS Market & Spruce Chaimbers Cowl Neck Knit Top $68.00

If this had fit, it would have definitely been a keeper.  Super soft and would have been so cute with a pair of skinnies or a pencil skirt.

4)  XS Market & Spruce Hoover Asymmetric Knit Top $48.00

I also liked this top, but just too big..

5) Finally, XS Kiley Ankle Zip Legging $58.

I liked the fabric of these – better quality than your average legging and although hard to tell from the picture, a bit of a satin sheen (but not too much).   I didn’t include a picture of myself wearing them but I am keeping them because I can always use a nice pair of black leggings.  Only time will tell as to the quality and if they are worth the price.

After 4 boxes, my verdict on StitchFix is that generally it’s convenient, fun, (in fact, I think these are their survey questions they ask at the end of each fix 🙂 ) and an easy way to breathe life into your wardrobe. For some of the items, however, you will be definitely be paying 25-30% more than if you found them yourself (although, if you keep all 5 items, you get 25% off). Even though I’ve only kept 1-2 items out of each box, I still think it’s a worthwhile service.  You can’t beat having a personal stylist send items right to your own home.  Many Stitchfix customers also swear by providing your stylist with detailed comments and putting up a Stitchfix Pinterest board so your stylist can become familiar with your style.  So, if you want new ideas for your closet (who doesn’t?), are especially short on time (hmmm, same?), and don’t mind paying a bit more for convenience  (this may be the deciding factor) – you should definitely try it (if you do try it for the first time, please use my referral link. :))

What is your experience with StitchFix and special sizes, petite or plus?  I would love to hear!