My first blog post in almost 18 months and it's all about me?
A whole post with just pictures of me?
I don't know if that's a good idea.
Maybe if I just take a bunch of silly ones...
But seriously, this post is only kinda about me. It's mostly about this new thing I stumbled upon called
Stitch Fix. Stitch Fix is this great service where a stylist goes shopping for you then ships you some really cool new clothes (or accessories). If that sounds cool to you please consider using my link to sign up:
Stitch Fix referral
My first thought was, "Cool enough but I'm sure there's no way I can afford it." Wrong. It's $20 to schedule a "fix" but that money is applied toward your purchase after you get your items. You get to pick how much you would normally spend on items. I saw someone who said "but if the average item is $65 and they send you 5 items then your fix will be an average of $325!" Kinda - first, apply your $20 to that total and if you chose to keep everything then they give you 25% off. But, the affordability comes from the fact that there's no obligation to keep everything, or anything. So when I got my clothes then I tried them on, chose what I liked and what fit, then the rest ships back for free. And they even give me recommendations on how to wear what they send.
I checked out their blog and some bloggers who had tried the service. Then decided to give it a shot. After all, I don't really like shopping for clothes and my wardrobe desperately needs some style. The service got popular faster than they thought so I had to wait a bit for my "fix". It finally came this week and I was not disappointed.
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| Items 1 & 2: printed mini-skirt and gray crocheted neck slub knit t-shirt |
I was a little concerned that I'd get whatever items seemed trendy and that everyone's fixes would look similar, but the more I looked around at other people's fixes after I got my own I realized that mine was certainly customized to me. The five items I received were a bit bohemian, a bit romantic, and a bit casual. I decided not to keep the mini skirt - it was a bit too "mini" for me - or the gray slub knit. I liked the crocheted neckline but I made a commitment to myself about a year ago to not buy anymore gray. I have more than enough, especially considering how much I love color.
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| Items 2 & 3: Bohemian print drawstring dress and a jean jacket |
So how can a stylist whom I've never met pick items that reflect "me"? First, I filled out their style profile that asks about my body type and style preferences. It was fun and comprehensive without being too long. Then I gave them a link to my Pinterest board that includes fashion that I like. I didn't notice (but my stylist did) that a lot of the outfits I selected on Pinterest had a jean jacket. Unfortunately because of my body type the jacket they sent didn't work, but it's on my radar and I know what shops carry petite sizes where I can sometimes find more structured items that work for me.
But I did like the drawstring dress...
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| Ooh fun! And oh-so-comfy, especially with leggings. |
For me, the goal is to expand my wardrobe with interchangeable pieces that will build upon my current wardrobe - and get me out of "Mom" clothes (read: sloppy t-shirt and jeans) and into clothes that I like. I also noticed as I put on "real" clothes and headed out the door this evening that it's taking me a bit outside my comfort zone. I've always admired the women I know who look "put together" and like they care about style, but some part of me always felt awkward or like I was "trying too hard" and what if...I mean...what if people look at me? Well..um...duh...maybe it should look like I try to dress myself nicely, then what will people have to say? "Gee you look nice today." Yeah, that'd be awful.
This one is my favorite.
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Another Bohemian print dress
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And don't worry if you don't like what they picked for me - that's okay. They'll pick out clothes you like for you! If you decide to sign up, please consider using my link:
Stitch Fix referral
Sneak peek at the next post...
