Welcome back for my April Stitch Fix review! This truly is my favorite day of the month because it’s always a treat to see what my personal stylist, Layla has in store. It’s a really good one and would have been a home run if the skirt included in the fix was more flattering on me. Ready to dive in?
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Christiana Printed Pencil Skirt
The first item in my April Stitch Fix box was a Christiana Printed Pencil Skirt from Margaret M ($78). I wore the skirt with a pretty lace blouse I found at Marshalls last year and a peach vest I found at Loft a few years ago. The floral print was just gorgeous!
There was just one notable problem when I tried it on. Like all pencil skirts, this one made me look pregnant. Like, really pregnant. You can’t tell from this photo, but it was not a good look on me.
It’s a shame that my stomach always looks so round when I wear pencil skirts, because this outfit really was beautiful (especially with the necklace, bracelet and heels *similar* I paired with the skirt) I just wasn’t comfortable wearing it.
It’s a shame because the skirt really was beautiful! I know there are many women out there who love pencil skirts. If you are one of them, I highly recommend this skirt. It just doesn’t work out for me and my body type.
Milly Pointelle Detail Pullover Sweater
The next item in my fix was an off-white Milly Pointelle Detail Pullover Sweater from Mystree ($68). Like to many other items that have come my way lately, my first impression of this sweater was “grandma” and I was pretty doubtful. But, I have had inaccurate first impressions before, so I grabbed some black leggings, an off-white layering tank and my brown riding boots so I could try it on!
I have to say, once the sweater was on, it wasn’t too bad! It was a little plain on it’s own so I took the opportunity to accessorize accordingly. I received a crystal Sylvia necklace from Loren Hope in a recent Rocksbox and it paired perfectly with the sweater. (Most importantly, it didn’t catch on the knit.)
While this necklace may be a little pricey too own, I was able to rent it for a bargain with Rocksbox. As a Rocksbox member, I was also able to purchase the necklace at a discount.
The necklace was on, but I was still getting warmed up! It is still quite chilly in Michigan these days, so I added my denim jacket from Old Navy for an extra layer of warmth.
Now we were onto something! I especially love how the sweater was long enough to cover my rear end so I could comfortably (and confidently) pair it with leggings.
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I still had several ideas for how to style this sweater and make it even more versatile, so I grabbed my Chiffon High-Low top extender from Grace and Lace to wear under the sweater.
Oh my word, this was a lovely combination! I’ve owned the extender for a while and it can be difficult to find tops to wear with it that are long enough in the back. The Milly Pointelle Detail Sweater was pretty great. Sometimes the non-ruffled edge peeked out a bit, but it wasn’t bad enough to discourage me from layering the two pieces.
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I added a scarf to create a little added interest. The resulting outfit just kept getting better and better.
My very favorite combination using the Milly Pointelle Detail Pullover Sweater was pairing it with the high-low extender, Loren Hope necklace and the denim jacket.
Silva Button Front Top
My April Stitch Fix box also included a Silva Button Front Top from Skies are Blue ($54). It looks much like any other plaid shirt you would buy from Target. The only difference is that Layla picked this shirt out for me and sent it in the mail so I could save myself the trip to Target.
I tried on the top with the Briley jeans from Level 99 that came in my 33rd fix and the taupe Toms wedge booties that I recently got from Stitch Fix. DID YOU KNOW THEY NOW OFFER SHOES? I’m still squealing with delight over here.
You can order the booties online or just pin these to your style board on Pinterest and request them from your stylist in your next fix!
The blouse has tabs that you can roll up the sleeves and hold them in place, but I almost never use tab sleeves on my blouses. Instead, I prefer a standard roll. This way, the pretty polka dotted chambray cuff details get to play peekaboo.
I kept begging Layla for plaid items this past fall and then I sort of forgot about plaids when spring rolled around. I love this shirt because the pastels are perfect for reminding me that warmer weather is on the way! I accessorized this outfit with a pretty statement necklace I found in the BP section at Nordstrom (it had a great price!) and my Kate Spade watch.
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See the Rest of My Fix
Layla included two more great items in my April Stitch Fix box and you just have to see them. I’m also giving away a $50 Stitch Fix gift card on the second page of this post and hosting a link-up so you can see more Stitch Fix treasures from across the internet this month. Click the link below to see the rest!
Sorry Jessica! We only let the trick live for about 30 seconds because anything more and we would feel too guilty. I’m not-so-secretly looking forward to maternity fixes one day (but definitely not today!)
What great pieces! I think I would have kept them all too! :) Love the April Fool’s joke!
Love this Fix! I received the Milly Pointelle Sweater last December and didn’t end up keeping it, but I love the way you styled it with the lace extender! I really need to get myself one of those. :)
*Gasp* What a great fix! I especially love the plaid shirt! I’ve been looking for the perfect plaid button up. It’s been pinned :)
Now I simply must get those top extenders!!! Looooove!
What a great fix – and I must say you have fabulous taste in watches and accessories!
I do Rocksbox and I am in love with all things Loren Hope – wearing the starburst ear jacket as we speak… I cannot get enough of her cuffs and often pair them with every dark colored StitchFix thing that I own.
My whole fix this time was magical!! But… Sadly, I cannot take photos of them because they are all tops and I have to request 3/5 items in a medium because the girls are WAY too big to fit in the fitted un-stretchy tops… so, alas, I will have to write about something else in the meantime so my readers don’t think my once-a-month post has become a habit.
I can review the Betabrand Dress Yoga Slacks!!! That I now own four pairs of……and counting. Hah!
Hi Maria. I really like those extenders. I checked them out on the Grace and Lace site. Are they tank tops with the lace on the bottom, or are they something else? Wondering how they work before I invest in one. Thanks!
Hi Steph! Yes! The top extenders are all comfy camis with lace on the bottom. If you look through the product photos on their site, you can see some mannequins wearing just the top.
I have not had as much luck with stitchfix as you always do. However I will say that their customer service is outstanding! I was extremely disappointed by my last fix and wrote to them to request my styling fee be reimbursed. Within an hour, they responded with an offer to waive my next fee if I gave them another shot! I responded by specifically requesting a couple of items that I loved from your previous fixes. And today they emailed me to say that they did not have either items in stock at present, and did I wish to cancel the fix until the items were available? Talk about listening to and trying to satisfy the customer! I’m definitely willing to give them another try. Maybe I should just ask for Layla to be my stylist? :)
I love seeing your Stitch Fix posts. You do such a great job of styling your pieces multiple ways. I love that floral skirt and it’s too bad that it doesn’t work with your body type. In your pictures it looks great on you!
Hi Paula and thank you! It really is a shame that it doesn’t work for me, but there would be SO many pregnancy rumors if I wore it out in public.
I love that Ramos Tie Neck Blouse!! I bought a shirt similar last summer while on vacation. I haven’t worn it much but you helped give me some great styling tips! Now I “have” to find sandals like the white ones you wore in the pictures.Thank you!!
I love the way you styled your outfits! Those are all definitely keepers. I think the pointelle sweater and scarf are my two favorites!
I think that scarf is my favorite! It will be so perfect for fall and I love how fresh it looks paired with your polka-dot shirt!!
I love the floral skirt on you. I think everyone has a tiny pouch when wearing a skirt like that. You aren’t the only one. You should totally have kept it.
As always, I love everything on you! :) Great accessories, as well! :)
Hi Maria! As always, I love your fix items! I honestly look forward to checking out your Stitch Fix posts every month because they’re always so beautifully put together and everything looks great on you!
I tried to link up my post but inlinkz said there was an error and that I didn’t link back to your post, which just isn’t true. In fact, I linked back to your post twice!
Thanks again for the link-up Maria and those extenders are adorbs! I really need to get one and give it a try. =) You always find the cutest things.
Aw, thank you! And YES you need a top extender!
Have you ever listed what is in your style profile? I love your items but never seem to get any of them.
After seeing what you and others have gotten via Stitch Fix, I finally decided to try it out for myself. I was so excited to receive it, but was really disappointed with my first fix, so much so that I’m not sure I will give it a try again. I like most of what you get in your fixes, but my fix did not feel personalized to me at all. I still really like the idea of Stitch Fix though.
What brand are your boots? The link you have goes to a brand that does not look the same! Would love to find these for myself!
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Hi Amber! They are Enzo Angiolini brand and are at least 8 years old at this point. I wish I could help more!