If you haven't heard of Stitchfix* and have been looking for a little help in the wardrobe department, consider your prayers answered. Seriously. My lady friend, and new blogger, Allison (http://lifeastheyoungestseniorcitizen.blogspot.com/) mentioned getting a fix in the mail and loving it. A fix? Ummm.. I was curious as to what that was exactly. Fortunately, I knew it A) wasn't going to get me into any legal trouble and B) would be kickass because Allison knows about EVERYTHING cool.
So what is it? Stitchfix is an online company that allows you to create a style profile and then have clothes shipped out to you based on your wants and needs. An individual stylist reviews your preferences and selects five items they believe will suit your figure and tastes. If you choose to purchase all five items, you get a rather generous discount of 25% off. There's a stylist fee, but it's not too much considering they're picking out some pretty lovely items for you to choose from.
My first fix! Isn't it fancy and fun?!
They even provide a little styling guide on the different ways you could mix the fix up.
How does it work? Once you've tried on the items, you have three days to decide and return. Stitchfix provides a prepaid shipping bag, so you simply throw the unwanted items in the bag and drop off for the mail carrier.
Anyway, I'm on my second fix and have a beautiful dress AND a sweet pair of jeans (yes, I actually kept jeans that I received in the mail that I didn't pick out myself) to show for it. Keep in mind that you might not LOVE everything you receive the first couple times because the world is full of shapes and sizes and it takes a bit to really get it perfect. However, I have to say that they've done a great job with the information I provided and even manage to find items I really love but might never have considered before. It's convenient, fun, and a great way to change up your style with a little help.
Tips for success:
1. Be honest about weight and height.
2. Provide the most detail you can in the character count allotted.
3. Link up to your Pinterest style board if you have one so stylists can review what you're into.
4. Give it a shot or two. Who doesn't love receiving pretty mail?!
Like what you see? Use my referral code to receive your first fix:
https://www.stitchfix.com/referral/3552309
Once you've received your fix, I'll get credit and you'll get your own code that can share with all your friends... so pass the awesome along! :)
*referral code included
I've been toying with the idea of doing this but have been daunted by the expense (I tend to stick to consignment shops and the sale rack at Kohl's, so my sense of what clothes cost is totally skewed these days). But if I do sign up, I'll use your referral code!
ReplyDeleteI totally understand. I'm such a bargain shopper but you can set up the price range you're comfortable with. Some of the items have been a little too pricey for my taste, but then there's things like jeans where I'm willing to spend a little more. I think it's great if you need something for a special occasion, or for items like the dress above that can be worn a million ways. I'll all about getting the most wear!
DeleteThanks for the shout out, Beth! I have that Ivy Tulip print shirt in salmon. Two thumbs up for pretty mail!!
ReplyDeleteOf course! You really do know about EVERYTHING!
DeleteNormally I'm real cautious about buying anything through the mail without seeing it first (DVDs and books not included) BUT this sounds interesting and the stylist fee is actually way less than I would have thought. And the fact that you aren't required to use it on a monthly basis or what have you makes it extra appealing. The only thing I'm worried about is the "return things in 3 days" because I am terrible at going to the post office. Which I guess means I should just hope I like all 5 things.
ReplyDeleteSo they give you a prepaid bag for the stuff you don't want to keep and you can throw that in any post box. I know there's got to be one around you!! I think you'd love it!
DeleteI loooooove it even though I dobut they'll do international shipping to Spain. But I am so glad for you to be enjoying this! And your pics are major, you little artist x
ReplyDeleteYou're too sweet! :)
DeleteI love the idea of this SO much. I hate shopping and now have no time to do it with a baby. Plus, I always feel like I never really know what's "in style" anymore, sigh. Too bad, they only ship to US addresses right now :( Love the top in the first pic!
ReplyDeleteI'm sure they'll expand or something else will come along your way.
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