Stitch Fix #26 Review

Today's the day many of you have been waiting for:  I'm revealing what I items I kept in my March Stitch Fix box!  🤣 Yea, right, I am sure y'all had nothing else to do but hold your breath waiting in anxious expectation.  Although, quite a few did say you couldn't wait to find out, so drum roll please.......... I KEPT ABSOLUTELY NOTHING.  I know, surprise right?  I'm sure so many of you are wondering why I didn't keep the printed pants, but you'll find out in just a moment.  For now, let's take a look at the last item in the Fix that I have not shown you yet.  This pretty emerald green wrap top.

41 Hawthorn Aliska Front Wrap Knit Top

Status:  Returned

There were a few things I loved about this top, the number one reason is the color.  Stitch Fix keeps sending me items this color because I love it so much, but unfortunately the item doesn't work for me for another reason.  I also liked the wrap style and the unique neckline.

What I didn't like was that from the back it really clinged so you could see my love handles.  Yuck.  Who wants that?  Unless I always planned on wearing it with a cardigan or jacket,  I could never wear this top alone.  It also made me look very busty.  Of course, my husband loved that, and I'm sure there's lots of women out there who like to accentuate that feature, but I'm not one of them.  I'm actually very self conscious of my bust size and I  like to minimize it as much as possible.

The top also polled the lowest on Instagram coming in at only 15% keep and 85% return.  That was the absolute lowest score I've ever seen since I started these polls.  You gals really did not like this top, so I listened to you and sent it back.

Margaret M Sylvie Printed Straight Leg Pant

Status:  Returned!

Returning these pants was a hard one for me, for I really liked the print and the way they looked from the front.  They were so cute!  But my hubby thought they flattened my butt and looked old-lady style.  Which is really funny as I am 56 years old, so technically I am an old lady, but he prefers me to not dress my age.   However, when I saw the pictures, I agreed with him.  They did not do my backside any favors, and unless I was ALWAYS going to wear a long top that covered my butt,  they would never work.  So, I'm gonna be brave here and show you this picture, so you know what I am talking about and your not mad at me for sending these pants back.  I know so many of you thought they were super cute and trendy;  which they are.  Printed pants are very "in" this season, so I'm hoping that Stitch Fix will send me a pair that's just as flattering  of the back view as it is in the front.

On Instagram the pants were tied 50/50.  They were far more popular on my blog post than they were on Instagram.  Sometimes I think opinions can be swayed because the videos on Instagram are super short and I'm standing in front of a mirror.  Whereas when I do a blog post I'm posing to get the best pictures and angles, thus, I look better.  Anyone would.

Liverpool Kolten Denim Jacket

Status:  Returned

This jacket was the most popular item on Instagram polling at 67% Keep 33% Return.  I loved the jacket, it was a stretch denim and super comfortable.  But, I already own a white denim jacket, and a white leather jackets, and tons of white cardigans, so I really didn't need it.  I still almost kept it because my old white denim jacket is yellowing with age and it is not stretch denim so it's uncomfortable to wear, but with the $88.00 price tag, I just couldn't justify it.

Vince Camuto Palmyra Ruffle Detail Blouse

Status:  Returned

There were many things I liked about this top:  the blue and white floral, the sleeves, and the flow of it.  What I didn't like was that it was completely sheer and it was unlined nor did it come with a tank. So I had to use one of my own tanks, and even after heavily spraying my tank with Static Guard I could not stop this top from clinging to it.  It was very frustrating.  I also didn't think it flattered me much in the shoulder area, so back it went.

The top polled at 47% keep and 53% send back.

Daniel Rainn Maiella Off the Shoulder Knit Top

Status:  Returned

This was my favorite piece in this box, and I think it was my husband's favorite as well.  It was SO COMFORTABLE!  The knit was super soft, and I loved the way it hung on my body covering everything I like to hide and showing my better assets.  What I didn't like was the pattern.  Although some of my readers comments about the pattern made me rethink it and now I like the pattern.  But I also didn't want another off-the-shoulder top.  I already own three of them, two of the three I own I only wore once, so I really didn't need another one.  I've also read multiple times that off-the-shoulder tops are out of style (although I will be wearing mine this summer!) which really caused me to fear investing in another one.

My Instagram readers didn't care much for this top.  It came in at 38% keep and 62% return.  

In summary, even though I didn't keep anything from this box, I'm not upset.  Stitch Fix is expensive, and I kept three items in my last box, so I knew if I kept anything in my March box, it would have to pretty awesome.  

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Have A Great Day!  Amy

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An Off The Shoulder Top From Stitch Fix

I have read so many blog posts from bloggers who attended New York fashion week and came back saying  that "Off The Shoulder" styles are out.  Yet, I still see them in stores and Stitch Fix just sent me this top.  I think often when Pantone comes out with a new "Color of the Year" or something premiere's at a fashion show, it isn't until a full year later (or longer in my neck of the woods) that you see it in stores.  So I'm guessing we still have one more year to enjoy our off-the-shoulder styles ladies!  And that's good news, as I only wore once a couple of mine that I purchased last year .

There were many things I liked about this top, first, I thought it was super flattering.  It had a nice length, and it covered everything I generally like to hide.  I also liked how comfortable it was.  It is made of a super soft knit and it felt so good against my skin.

I also really liked these fun tie sleeves.  Anything with little ties is super trendy right now:  shirts that tie at the waist, neckties (like little kerchiefs), and sleeve ties are everywhere this spring.

Because the print is so busy, I just wore a silver bracelet for jewelry.

Now I know many of you are always curious as to what hubby thinks of my pieces from Stitch Fix.  He really liked this top, but he said "I like anything that shows your skin".  Ha- ha!  Typical husband response.

I liked the top, but I wasn't thrilled with the pattern and I was also concerned how much wear I would get out of it knowing that off-the-shoulder tops are on their way out.  I also already own three off-the-shoulders tops.  But, you will have to wait until Friday to find out if I kept this top or returned it.  I know, I'm so bad!

On Friday I will show you the last piece I received in this box from Stitch Fix and then I will review the entire Fix letting you know what I kept and what I sent back.  Plus, I'll have the results of my Instagram poll.

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Have A Great Day!  Amy

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Blue & White Florals For Spring

I am back with my third piece from my March Stitch Fix box:  this pretty blue and white floral top.  On Monday I shared a pair of printed pants and a white denim jacket that I got in that box.   I was really happy to see all spring items in my latest Fix as I am so over winter (although you wouldn't know it by all the snow we still have! ).

The top is by Vince Camuto.  It is sheer and it did not come with a lining or a shell to go with it, which was a negative for me.  I wore one of my own tanks underneath, but even after spraying my tank heavily with Static Cling, I still had major issues with the top clinging to my tank.

I styled the top with white jeans and white sandals to complete my spring look.  I can't wait till I can wear this stuff for real.  It's starting to warm up, but with all the snow and rain it's a real mess out there!

The sleeves have a pretty ruffle detail.

The flowers are a petite white.  There's also a row of tiny white buttons up the neckline.  I skipped a necklace since there was already so much going on in this top and opted for a silver bracelet and rings instead.

My white sandals were purchased last year.  Forgive the unpainted toes, I do not paint my toe nails until it's officially open-toe shoe season. 

Overall, I thought it was pretty top but I didn't think it was that flattering on me.  I was also bothered by the static cling and the fact that the top was not lined.

On Monday I will show you one more piece I received from this Fix and then on Friday I'll review the entire box and let you know the results of my Instagram Poll.  I'll also tell you what I kept and what I sent back.  You will be very surprised!

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Have A Great Day!  Amy

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How To Wear Printed Pants

Printed pants are a clothing item women either love or hate.  I must admit, I only own one pair of printed pants, and they are a pair of black and grey leggings.  It's really not by choice, I just don't see printed pants in the stores too often.

I received these printed pants in my most recent Stitch Fix box.  They are by Margaret M and are called "Sylvie Printed Straight Leg Pant".  I really liked the print and the fit.

To style my pants, I kept it simple and basic with a black top and black black flats with a white denim jacket for outerwear.

I have an apple body shape, so printed pants are something I can definitely pull off as the lower half of my body is much thinner than my upper half.  If fact,  printed pants might even help to balance my weight throughout my body more.

I chose this black top for several reasons:  1) Too pull out the black color in the print, 2) to try and look slimmer on top, as black is a more slimming color, and 3) to "edge" the outfit up a bit as this top has studs in the sleeves.

Here is a detail shot of the studs in the sleeves.  I purchased this top years ago from JCPenney.

Here is a detail shot of the print in the pants.  I really like how light and airy the pants look even though the stripes are black.  From a distance, the pants appear more white than black;  perfect for spring.  And isn't the side zipper cute?

For jewelry, I went with a black and white bracelet and a silver necklace.

I love the look of flats with ankle pants and chose these black flats (old) to wear with the pants.

One of my favorite things about spring (other than the weather, the birds, and flowers) is all the cute little jackets I can finally wear!  I love hanging up my parka for the season!  Stitch Fix also included this cute white denim jacket from Liverpool in my March box.

The jacket really evened out the ratio of black and white in the outfit and went beautifully with the printed pants.

I won't tell you if I kept these items until I do my Stitch Fix Review post next week, so you'll have to come back to find that out!  As always, I'll have the results of the Instagram poll in that post too!

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Have A Great Day!  Amy

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