Like it or not, fall is coming. For me that means a return to the classroom and cool weather ahead. With those changes in mind, I sent a note to my Stitch Fix stylist requesting clothes that are appropriate for me to work as a kindergarten teacher and items that can be easily layered as the temperature drops in the coming months. My work schedule keeps me busy and Stitch Fix has become my favorite way to shop for new clothes. I created a free online style profile and was matched with a personal stylist who reviews my profile and hand-picks 5 pieces of clothing that she thinks will be perfect for me. The clothes are shipped directly to my door so I can try them on in the convenience of my home at a time that fits in my schedule. I keep the clothes I want, ship back any items I don’t wish to keep and check out online. It’s that easy!
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This month’s Stitch Fix review features another great selection of clothes chosen by my personal stylist, Layla. I can’t wait to show you what was inside my most recent fix. As you scroll through the photos, be sure to pin your favorite styles to your fashion board on Pinterest to give your personal Stitch Fix stylist a little more insight into the kind of clothes you like. I’m also giving away a Stitch Fix gift card so you’ll definitely want to read to the bottom for your chance to win.
Jarred Lace Detail Cap-Sleeve Blouse
The first item I tried on was the Jarred Lace Detail Cap-Sleeve Blouse from Brixon Ivy ($68). Looking at this item on it’s own, I didn’t know what to think. I love pink but this blouse was very pink. I also couldn’t decide if the lace detail was classy or edgy. My personal style is anything but edgy so I didn’t initially think this blouse would be a keeper. I was wrong!
I kept things simple at first and just tried on the the blouse with the pair of Rizzo Skinny Pant from Liverpool ($98) that were also included in my fix. (I’ll tell you more about the pants in a few minutes.) For accessories, I added the silver Elisa Kendra Scott necklace that came from a recent Rocksbox , my Fossil watch and a pair of black flats. The outfit was a little plain, but I kind of liked it.
I’m often cold so I try to add layers any time I wear a sleeveless top. Knowing that September days in Michigan are still warm and summery, I added the Callie White Denim Jacket from Kut From the Kloth that came in my 23rd fix. I also added the bracelet I wore for my wedding because I am always looking for an excuse to wear my wedding jewelry and it was the perfect compliment to the white jacket.
Now let’s talk about that lace detail.
If I were wearing this top to school, I would probably wear a black Tami tank from Old Navy underneath. (I have an entire drawer filled with these tanks and they are the perfect layer when I need to add a little modesty to a top that’s not quite work appropriate. While it may not be ideal, it hides my bra straps and is good enough for me. My hair also does a nice job of concealing the back.
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If I wear this blouse out for an evening with Rob or some friends, I would probably opt for a strapless bra instead. This would really show off the gorgeous lace detail.
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Rizzo Skinny Pant
I had requested pants that I could wear with boots this fall and I was overjoyed to see that Layla had sent a pair of Rizzo Skinny Pants from Liverpool ($98) that would be perfect with boots. I always want to add more black pants to my school wardrobe and I wore the pants while I tried on the Jarred Lace Detail Cap-Sleeve Blouse. As you can see in the above photos, the pants looked great with a simple pair of black flats and I’m pretty sure these will replace my Pixie Pants from J.Crew as my favorite bottoms to wear with a pair of boots.
Oh my word, these pants are amazing. They fit like a heavy pair of leggings that will be warm on cool days. They have a stretchy waistband and fake pockets sewn onto the back so they look a little more professional and business-appropriate. The fit was excellent. Since my initial goal was to enhance my fall wardrobe, I traded the white jacket for the Kaylie Solid French Terry Blazer from Tart, which came in my 15th fix. I also switched the flats for a pair of black boots.
I’m not a fan of cold weather, but this outfit will make the transition a lot more fun!
If you’re looking for a comfortable pair of riding boots, I highly recommend the black Jamison boot from Naturalizer. They are genuine leather and were a comfortable fit right from day one. My feet are average width, but I found the wider size (indicated as C/D on the website) to be a perfect fit.
Wynn Front Pocket Blouse
It seems as though I am always begging Layla for long-sleeved blouses and I was thrilled to see that she included one in this fix. Initially, the Wynn Front Pocket Blouse from Papermoon ($48) wasn’t my favorite garment in the stack. The print reminded me of hospital scrubs and it was just so-so.
The advantage of Stitch Fix over conventional shopping is that you can try the items on with other clothes that you already own. If I were to see this blouse at a department store, I would probably try it on, think it was boring and abandon it in the dressing room. The blouse may not have been very interesting on it’s own, but I knew it had potential. I added the same Callie White Denim Jacket from Kut From the Kloth that came in my 23rd fix and added a brown pair of riding boots. Those two changes resulted in such a transformation! I now adore this blouse. It is much brighter and more fun when it is mixed with the right pieces.
I didn’t try it on at the time, but in hindsight, I think this outfit would also look great with those black flats instead of the brown boots on a warm, sunny day.
See the Rest of my Fix
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Maria,
Thanks for the post. I’m getting my first fix the end of this week! I do want to tell you that I am getting an error when I try to post the pic to pinterest for the giveaway: Invalid image data uri . Is it me or you?
Thanks!
Hi Darlene, thank you so much for letting me know. Pinterest has been acting up lately and I think that is the issue. I removed it as an entry option. I hope you LOVE your first fix!
Love seeing your outfits! I’m glad you explore outside your comfort zone as it’s a great lesson for all women. You look awesome in v-necks and wraps! But for some reason you don’t see it :). I used to work at a high end woman’s clothing store. My biggest obstacle in helping women was showing them that a tailor can be their best friend. Our bodies are all so different and dress makers design and create for a set of numbers that may not be your measurements. The sharpest dressers learn to go to their seamstress and nip in a waist or tighten a sleeve. Changing buttons on a jacket can send an ok look into a wow.
Thank you for the thoughtful comment! I know people tell me all the time that I look fine in wrap dresses but I rarely feel comfortable in them. That is such great advice to get clothing tailored and I’m trying to be more mindful of that fact. The few times I have had an item altered, it looked so much better!
I love reading your Stitch Fix reveals! Thanks for the chance to win a gift card.
I just LOVE the Kadence Cowl Drape Front Dress! It is beautiful! It is totally something that I want to have as it would hide some of the belly baby fat still. I love those types of dresses! It looks stunning on you too. I just love the way that you accessorize it all.
I just love seeing your fixes each month! You always look so fabulous and put together!! Reading your blog is what got me started on stitch fix and now I’m hooked :)
I’ve been interested in trying a pair of tieks and was hoping you could tell me how they run. I typically wear an 8.5 . Do you just go down a half size?
Hi Stephanie!
I am usually a size 8.5 also and my Tieks are a size 9. They fit great!
Can you tell me what you have your style profile as? I love your style! I al also as far from edgy as you can get. Do you find the tieks worth the price? Do you have a Pinterest board?
Hi Jen,
My Tieks are a definite splurge. I take care of them and i never wear them in the snow or rain. They aren’t exactly a bargain but they are VERY comfortable and I like the style so I don’t mind saving my pennies to purchase a pair as a special treat. I also only buy neutral pairs so I have as many opportunities to wear them as possible. I hope that helps a little!
Oops! I forgot to talk about my style profile. I think I may dedicate a blog post to just breaking down my style profile so everyone can see how I set mine up. That is SUCH a great question!
Looking forward to it. :) I want mine to be just like yours lol I think my style is girly with a little preppy. I love cardigans and stripes. I love a good floral print. My fixes have just been so so. I think they try to push me out of my comfort zone and sometimes I buy those items that are not quite me and it messes up my next fix.
I love stitch fix. I just got my August box and need to blog it. I have gotten so many items that I wouldn’t have normally looked twice at and I love them!
You dd a great job styling each piece and everything looked adorable on you! I would sign up for Stitvh Fix but the price points on each piece is just too high. I hit thrift stores and score brand new or nearly new pieces, I don’t mind spending the time and the effort to dig. This afternoon I found a pair of Not Your Daughters jeans, a Lucky Brand top, an INC top, a Merona tank, a Simply Vera Wang sweater and a Keep Calm and Carry On mug, all for $26.00 at Goodwill. Everything is in excellent condition. Try thrifting, you will find some excellent items!
Hi Maria!
I’ve been doing Stitch Fix for a few months now and have ok luck with my fixes. If I find a stylist I like how do I request to have that stylist again? I haven’t seen where to do that. Thanks and I really like your style and have pinned a few items of yours hoping to get them in my next fix as well!
Thanks!!
Hi Jaime, I am not exactly sure how to “lock in” a stylist that you love, but I have heard a rumor that once you purchase a certain number of items from the same fix (maybe 3 items?) you are more likely to have the same stylist the next time because she was able to successfully find clothes that fit your style. If you really loved a stylist and want to ensure getting paired with her again, try emailing customer service at hello@stitchfix.com. Tell them the name of your stylist and ask for her again. It should help!
Hi Maria,
Where is the peach cardigan from?
Thank you,
Jessica
Hi Jessica! I bought it from LOFT in Spring of 2014. I’m not sure that they carry any similar cardigans currently and I hope they do because I want this one in different colors!
I’ve only commented here once before, but want to tell you again – you do such a great job of pulling items you have to completely change the look of something. I am really trying to do better with that. It seems I have my “go-to’s” that I always pair an item with. I was stunned at how you changed the look of that wrap dress AND the blue blouse. I totally agreed with your comments about the blouse and then instantly loved it as well. I got my fix last night (maybe my 7th?) and also got a wrap dress, which I love as-is, but I will definitely try some of the things you did just to change it up a bit. I sometimes wish I would print and keep you pictures with my style cards for additional help. Keep the inspiration coming!
Thank you Traci for such a thoughtful comment! If you can believe it, I never even look at my style cards. I have learned what styles of clothing look flattering on me and which would look downright ridiculous for me to attempt. Many of the ensambles pictured in the style cards would fit the “ridiculous” category for me. I’m happy to help inspire you to mix and match your wardrobe in new ways!
Nice choice on all your keeps. You have a knack for turning “so-so” pieces into something special. (the light blue top is case in point). Keep posting.
Thank you Maggie!
I love what you did with the wrap dress. I would never have thought to switch out the sash for the skinny belt.
I love your blog! I have had five fixes now, and I asked for Layla K to be my stylist from the beginning after reading your blog and knowing that I LOVE all your boxes. Our tastes are similar, and I’m a teacher too. I did get Layla for the first three fixes, but then I have been passed around to a different person the past two times despite my request to continue with Layla. It might be that I went down to only purchasing two items in each box the past three times. It was NOT because Layla didn’t pick things in my style, and I raved about her and how everything she chose was spot-on. However, multiple items just don’t fit, even if they look good in a picture. Some shirts were too short, some sleeves too long, some things too tight across the bust, some inseams too long, etc. So, unless it fit right, I wasn’t going to pay for it at this price point. I wish they wouldn’t pass you around to different stylists just because you don’t always get three items. I mentioned it again for my next fix, and even if it isn’t Layla that they give me the same person routinely as it is important to me to feel like I build a rapport with a stylist.
I have been on a hunt for these pants since you posted about them again in your latest fix. I cannot find the Rizzo, but Amazon carries something that seems to be similar. I also ordered a pair from The Loft that seems to be similar as well. We will see. I am in such desperate need of teaching and Michigan-weather appropriate pants that are comfortable. Thanks for sharing about these, so I can find a pair.
Hi Sarah! I also own a pair of similar pants from J. Crew called Pixie pants. You’ll want to check those out as well. They stretch so the girl at the store recommended I buy pants 2 sizes smaller than I would normally wear. Good luck on your quest to find fall pants!
Your photographs are lovely.