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Stitch Fix- July

August 6, 2013

I didn’t post my June Stitch Fix shipment because I didn’t get good pictures since I was so busy that they became on the back burner part of the to-do list that weekend. So once I looked at them I decided that I’d have to skip posting my June Stitch Fix. But it doesn’t mean I didn’t love it, I kept 2 things and wear them both a lot.

So, on to current events… my July Stitch Fix!!! Which I’m posting in August… I’m on top of things, clearly.

Let’s begin!

CATTIE BELTED DOT PRINT MINIDRESS $68.00

I really loved this dress right when I took it out of the box. The color was a big win for me. Can’t resist navy dresses! Plus it had a subtle white polka dot sewn in to add some extra fun texture. And can’t forget the little red belt that went with it. Just adorable.

Unfortunately, there was 1 major thing that prevented me from keeping this dress… the sleeves. I just didn’t like embellishment at the top of the sleeves. I don’t like sleeves with pleats (?) at the top, nor ruffles on the edge. I’m just picky about sleeves.

Anyway, if this didn’t have that, or cap sleeves at all, I would have kept this dress for post baby bump wearing because I liked the color, material, cut, and weight of the material.

STEVEN FLORAL PRINT HI-LO DRESS $78.00

Win!! Total win so I kept this. I wouldn’t have normally spent that much on a dress like this but I just loved the pattern (which I realize doesn’t show up well in this photo- doh!), fabric, and cut. It fit well when I tried it on and I figure it will fit for a bit longer (hopefully) as well.

IVY ABSTRACT SQUARE PRINT SHEER BLOUSE $68.00

Oh boobs, you just ruin so many outfits for me. I so wanted this to work but it was way too tight at my boobs. Like could barely get the shirt on tight. And yet everything else about the shirt fit perfectly. Loved how flowy the arms were and everything else about the top from the fabric, color, and pattern. So disappointing. :-/

FLOWER STONES BIB NECKLACE $28.00

Loved this! Kept this necklace. Love the color, size, pattern, and it’s overall weight. Just hate when necklaces are too heavy and are uncomfortable. I’ve worn it several times since it arrived.

ESSIE EYELET DETAILED BUTTON SLEEVE TOP $48.00

And everything was perfect about this top accept the arms. So tight it looked like I was a robot since I couldn’t flex my arms comfortably. Again, really disappointing since it was a great length, fabric/texture, and I just loved the pattern.

Oh I so wish this had worked out since this was such a lovely pattern.

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So what does all that mean?

I decided to keep the necklace and floral dress.

The grand total: $28 + $78 – $20 (prepaid styling fee)= $86 invoice.

I scheduled another shipment for mid August since I love to get these Stitch Fix shipments. I’ll be 6 months along so we’ll see what I get since I keep reminding them that, as well as we’ll see what fits! ha. Maybe they’ll just send me accessories- necklaces & earrings- which I wouldn’t mind anyway!

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Check out my previous Stitch Fix reviews:

May | April(2) | April (1) | March

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Stitch Fix- May

May 19, 2013

YAY!! Another Stitch Fix shipment!

I ripped open the box at work and went through all the goodies with my coworker. She had a kick out of me trying to figure out how one of the shirts goes on. It was a duh moment. But we went through it all there so I couldn’t want to try everything on when I was at home.

This time I had Price’s assistance in taking photos and live feedback. So here goes…

Majorie Baer- Singular Spear Earrings- $38

Love these. I love hammered jewelry. It reminds me of a punch of pieces I saw back in Greece when I was there a few years back and makes regret not just splurging for them. So it was pretty obvious that once I saw them I decide to keep them.

Ella Moss- Ken Sleeveless Striped Top- $68

nope. nope. nope.

Which is why it is not photographed on me. I didn’t like the fit, the material, or the basic structure of the top. I liked the colors and the angle of the stripes though.

Plus, it was way too expensive for what it was. It reminded me of a shirt I would find in Forever 21 for $16 or so. So when I found it’s twin online I almost peed my pants laughing since that was listed for $118. So good job Stitch Fix for selling it for $68 but even then- no.

Honey Punch- Catie Printed Dress- $48

I liked this dress. Price did not. Well, he wasn’t sold on the pattern since I don’t typically wear things like this but I liked the length (with leggings), the fit, and the neckline. I like cross front/wrap dresses so for a while I was thinking I’d keep it. I’d prob add a belt to it and love it more.

Matty M- Baxter Keyhole Peasant Blouse- $88

I liked this. Price liked this too. I was saying I would keep it until I pulled up the invoice again and saw it was $88. I think that if fall, winter were approaching I would have kept it since I liked the color, fit, material, texture but I think I wouldn’t put it to good use this spring, summer.

(Ignore the hanger straps showing- whoops)

Black Sheep- Miley Floral Pleated Tie-Waist Dress – $58

I wan’t sold on the pattern of this dress when I took it out of the box. But I’m learning not to judge a book by it’s cover. At least in this case.

I liked the length and how flowy it was so it grew on me. I liked that it came with a layering cami since it is a bit low cut (dang these boobs!) so that was a plus. I’m still not sold on the pattern but I figure once I’m tan (oh summer, I miss you) I’ll like it more.

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So what does all that mean?

I decided to keep the earrings and floral dress.

The grand total: $38 + $58 – $20 (prepaid styling fee)= $76. 🙂

I scheduled my next fix for June 13th. Can’t wait for it!

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Check out my previous Stitch Fix reviews:

April(2)

April (1)

March

So if this process sounds like a fun way to try on some clothes then sign up for the wait list, fill out some surveys, and then you are on your way to scheduling your first Stitch Fix box right to your door. My referral code is 3059041. Pretty, pretty please use it if you sign up. Thanks :-)

Have fun!

Stitch Fix- April (2)

May 1, 2013

Since I just kept 1 item (an awesome necklace that I wear all the time now!) from my last Stitch Fix box I decided to do another Stitch Fix order for the month of April so I moved up my date and my package arrived on Monday.

This package was a hit and I like/loved everything in this box but fit and price dictated what i kept. I decided to keep 2 of the 5 items.

Here are my reviews for each item:

BCBGeneration- Monarch Flutter Sleeve Dress- $98.00

Stitch Fix_April 2_BCBGeneration Dress

Oh this dress! I picked it up and fell in love with it- loved the color, material, price, length, neckline. I was eager to try it on to see how it would fit.

Thankfully, it fit really well so I decided to keep it. I liked the V-neck shape and how it had a button to keep the pieces together. In about 2 weeks I have a little end of project cocktail reception for the project I’ve been working on for the past 2 years and I plan on wearing this dress.

41 Hawthorn- Orinda Stretch Banded Leggings- $48.00

Stitch Fix_April 2_Leggings

Nice fit but a little too long. Such is the problem for someone who is 5′- 2″ish. Plus, I just bought 2 pairs of legging so I decided not to keep them.

I didn’t photograph myself in them since they are just leggings. I just did us all a favor.

Mystree- Kameron Pleated Detail Tank Top- $68.00

Stitch Fix_April 2_Sheer Blouse 1

I got my Stitch Fix on Monday and wore this top on Tuesday. WITH the necklace that I got in my last shipment!!

Stitch Fix_April 2_Sheer Blouse 2

So obviously I loved it. I didn’t think I would when I first took it out of the box since it’s 1) a blouse 2) sheer 3) white. However the fact that it was flowy made up for the fact that it was a button down blouse. It was sheer but they included a tank with it and it worked well since it had thin straps- which my tanks don’t normally have. It was white but I took the risk anyway and was super careful anytime I ate or drank anything.

THML Sloan Colorblock Tank Dress- $58.00

Stitch Fix_April 2_Color Block Dress

When I opened the box and saw this dress I was soooo excited. I loved the colors, material, detail at the neckline. The price was great too at $68. I just love dresses that look like this.

Unfortunately, it is a shift dress and they just don’t fit me as well as an A-line dress. So no-go. Which is why I didn’t photograph me wearing it. eh

Kensie- Orson Striped Slub Knit Sweater- $58.00

Stitch Fix_April 2_Sweater

I liked this sweater but I didn’t at the same time. Like the colors, texture, short sleeves, but I didn’t feel the stripes were doing my any favors.

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My total was $146. Had I kept the sweater (+$58) it would have been $204 and I just could not justify that for 3 things. However, had the Color Block Dress (also $58) fit I would have kept everything since the total for all 5 would have been $232.50 since that would have included the 25% off discount you get when you purchase all 5 items.

I scheduled my next fix for mid May. I told my stylist the following…

More accessories please. I love the necklace I got in my 2nd fix.
Like the dresses that have been coming, but no shirt or shift dresses please. Like wrap and A-line.
I like maxi skirts. NOT maxi dresses

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Check out my previous Stitch Fix reviews:

April (1)

March

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Stitch Fix- April (1)

April 13, 2013

So another month, another Stitch Fix order!!!

This month my package arrived on Monday, but arrived to my desk on Tuesday after it was sorted in our office building to get to our offices. Anyway, happy clap when I got into work and saw it waiting for me. 🙂

I immediately went through this month’s package to take a peak at everything. Some of my first impressions were correct and others were off. Either way, fun to get a surprise every month and discover something new for yourself.

Here are my reviews for each item:

Coral color skinny jeans- $88

Loved the color, but I didn’t like that they were skinny jeans and their price. I’m too damn short and curvy for skinny jeans that are that skinny. Plus I can get a pair of Loft Curvy Skinny’s for much less.

Long gold necklace- $33

I kept this because I liked the length, texture, and design. I liked that it was fairly simple and affordable for a necklace. I’ve already worn it 4 times. win

Navy tie front blouse- $65

Oh, a blouse. Oh, a blouse that doesn’t fit. Big surprise. Stupid boobs. The top fit in my waist and arms but not where the melons reside. I loved the material and the color. Shame it was a blouse.

Sheer Contrast Collar Top- $65

So I put this on and fell in love with it. Loved the fit and style and really liked the collar detail. I wanted to keep this so badly. But when I wore it down and Price stared at me. I couldn’t pull off a SHEER top to work. I even tried by putting a tank under it but it looked awful that way too. Had this top been white but not sheer I would have considered keeping it a lot more, although white makes this spill proned klutz very nervous. I was thinking about it and if this was the navy like the blouse (above) I would have kept it without a second though. Too bad.

Striped Sweater- $75

Loved the texture, weight, and cut of the sweater. Not sold on stripes, esp in those colors but I did like it. And then, I put it on and showed Pricer and I got a “hmm, not my favorite.” Well I’m not gonna spend $75 on something that neither of us are 100% on.

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I sent back the 4 items I wasn’t keeping and I gave feedback for each item, similar to what I did above, as well as some overall statements. I requested…

not to get any more button down blouses as they don’t fit me in the bust but fit me in the waist and arms. I would rather not have to go up a size and deal with other areas that don’t fit well just to make a blouse work.
more dresses. loved the dress from my first fix and I love to wear dresses in spring summer so i’m hoping to see them more in my stitch fixes.
more accessories. i’m hoping to get some fun rings, necklaces, and earrings.
flowy things. I loved how flowy the contrast collar top was so I’d love more things similar to that.
open front sweaters. not cardis with buttons (similar situation to blouses), but open sweaters like this and this

I would have had pictures of everything on me this time but I just didn’t have time like before to try everything on at once and take pictures. I barely even had time to take this pictures- such a crazy week. I promise to have the try on pictures next time. Since I only kept the necklace I requested to get my next box earlier so I will get another Stitch Fix package in April.

So if this sounds like a fun way to try on some clothes then sign up, fill out some surveys, and then you are on your way to scheduling your first Stitch Fix box right to your door. My referral code is 3059041. Pretty, pretty please use it if you sign up. Thanks :-)

Have fun!

Stitch Fix- March

March 23, 2013

Have you heard of Stitch Fix?

It’s a personalized styling service. You tell the stylists about what you like to wear and all your sizing info and they send you 5 items in every shipment. You get to try on the items in the box at your own pace and get to pair them with elements already in your wardrobe. Keep what you like and just send the rest back in prepaid envelopes. Super simple.

I learned about Stitch Fix from a post from the incredible talented scrapbooker (and mom to 4 adorable girls) Stephanie Howell. It looked like so much fun so I signed up. I had a bit of a wait time as it’s invite only at this point, similar to when Pinterest first started. Just be patient and you’ll get through quick enough.

My first Stitch Fix arrived last Friday so I had all last weekend to try on the stuff. It was a fun process because I got to do it when I was ready and look through my wardrobe to figure out what I could pair things with.

So here we go… don’t mind the super embarrassing pictures…

Item 1… Luii- Macey 3/4 Cleeve Jersey Blazer $78

I loved this item right when I saw it. I don’t have any blazers so I was really excited to open up the package and see this right on top. It fit well and I knew that I could wear it with several different outfits because of the style and the color. It could be great for work or great for a casual night out. So I decided to keep it. Totally love it.

Item 2… Colourworks- Rose Jersey Crossfront Top $58

It’s a shame that the photo doesn’t really show the detail of this top. It has a V-neck that doesn’t go too low but from there the front drapes down with extra fabric. It’s flattering and I like that it doesn’t actually scoop down very low. I decided to keep this and I’ve already worn it twice. I even paired it with the blazer one day.

Item 3… 41 Hawthorn- Calafia Jersey Wrap Dress $58

Well… OBVIOUSLY I will have to wear a tank under this. I basically knew that prior to putting it on but I tried it this way just for shits and giggles. These DD ladies don’t work well with a lot of things because they just get in the way. Seriously. So with all wrap dresses I wear a tank underneath so I don’t show my bra and boobs off. Kinda important. Aside from that I loved this dress. I loved the color and the fit so I decided to keep it.

Item 4… 41Hawthorn- Layra 3/4 Sleeve Jersey Tunic Dress $58

I could tell even before I put it on that it would not work out. I didn’t like the pattern nor the material. I put it on anyway and ugh. Way too small in the boob area. The ladies just stretched out the front and that was not gonna work. Plus I didn’t like the length so it was getting sent back.

Item 5… Angie- Filbert Elbow Sleep Popover Top $58

I had doubts when I saw this in the box because of the buttons. I generally have issues with button-downs so I figured this would be really iffy. Plus I didn’t love the color since I spill a lot. There is also a detail at the elbow that I didn’t like that much because it make it puffy there. All of my doubts were confirmed when I put it on… pass.

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So I decided to get the first 3 items listed above. I logged into the Stitch Fix site to give my feedback on every time and then I sent back the 2 other items in the postage paid priority envelope. Simple and done! I have already worn everything and I love them. No regrets.

I can’t wait for the next box to arrive mid April. I gave pretty thorough feedback on every item and overall comments to help them figure out what to put into my next Stitch Fix box. I discussed colors, patterns, material, and pricing. I commented on how I really would like to avoid getting so much jersey knit things in 1 box as 4 out of 5 items were jersey. Also, emphasized the boob situation and how I really hope not to get any button downs. But overall I was really happy with the first Stitch Fix box I got.

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IIDA Boston Fashion Show 2012 Recap

November 6, 2012

So did you get sick of me mentioning the lack of sleep and craziness related to the IIDA Boston Fashion Show Gala and Benefit?!?! Well, anyway, we busted our butts to get everything ready for that Thursday night and it really was all worth it. It’s a crazy amount of work for a 3 minute walk but it really is fun, even with all the drama and ~~late~~ super late nights.

This year’s theme was “audaCITY” and we interpreted that into audacious things that were related to the cities. We rattled around many different ideas, including doing Gotham (a la Batman & friends) but we decided on designing around the idea of a ‘FAST FOOD MAFIA’. We created 4 costumes featuring Ronald McDonald, Wendy, Colonel Sanders, & Burger King. They were all a biut hardcore, dramatic, and darker than their real counterparts.

My coworker Megan (Ronald) wrote this up for a firmwide posting about the show:

“Rules of the game required portions of the entries to be created from industry materials, and since we partnered with Tandus this year – hefty amounts of carpet backing, carpet fiber, and woven carpet were involved. The rest of the outfits included drinking straws & straw wrappers, ketchup packets, mustard packets, drinking cups and lids, paper bags, happy meal boxes, french fry containers and acutal french fries.

Models were Laura Brodersen, Stephen Muse, Danielle Meeker, and Megan Dobstaff (all from Gensler Boston) and the manpower behind the outfits included Genslerites – Olena Ivanina, Nicole Spasiano, Alexa Anderson, Samantha Darcy, Laura Duenas, and Katie Kaiser.”

So here is a recap of the big day!

Ronald’s wig I made | last minute work

Is it wrong that I would want my make up to look like this daily? Incredible!

We then moved our operation over to the Westin hotel as it is connected to the Boston Convention Center, where the show was being held for the first time this year to accommodate the long runway and huge crowds.

obviously it’s wine time | no big, Olena is hot gluing mustard packets onto some pants

Make up Time for ‘The Burger King’

From the hotel room we then had to move the models and all the stuffs to the work room where the judging would take place.

OMG! It’s judging time! Gotta explain our interpretation of the show’s theme and how we created out costumes using industry materials (our sponsor was a carpet manufacturer) as well as fast food materials.

Wendy is so trampy. You would not want to mess with her.

We were all then hurried, hurried, hurried to get the models together and in line to be able to have the show begin!

I was gross with hot glue on my shirt so Olena blocked me while I changed my shirt in the workroom, then I threw on some make up and got my hair up in a big ass bun. Good to go!

It’s show time!

my thoughts… ooo this first entry is weird. Those guys are awesome at flips and back hand springs. Wow. What’s up with these girls? Wait? What?!?! Oh their shoulders! Come on! You have to be kidding me! Great this starts the show, first entry!?!? how can anyone… whoa! That cloth just dropped! And now they are turning around with them up there. Damn

Are you for real? They then spun around to show the audience the back of the graffiti covered clothes. Show offs.

some audacious ladies throughout history

drama

The 3 photos above are of the overall show winners. Honestly, I didn’t think they were all that impressive. Big whoop, black clothes and some painted fabric. Wow you have a tall guy. Special. Well, they (Dyer Brown Architects) actually were sponsored by Benjamin Moore and what was not understood from my distance from the stage is that they made ‘fabric’ using paint. From what I unserstand they poured paint in layers onto non stick surfaces to create a material they could then wear. Pretty kick ass.

I loved this! The girl in front was the Guggenheim in NYC!

One of 3 Dr Suess inspired themes

Then it was our turn!

one of my fav pictures of the night

I missed most of the rest of the show as I was backstage with the team taking pictures and having a little moment freaking out that sound guy played the wrong song during the walk. During prior years the teams were not permitted to pick songs so we were REALLY EXCITED to be able to pick a song this year so it was a huge disappointment that wrong some played. Esp since the song we got was a remix of Gotye’s ‘Somebody That I Used To Know’ which is soooo different than what we picked:

After all the entries walk they do 1 last parade down the runway together. And then the different winning categories are announced…

We took home the award for “MOST ORIGINAL”!!!

Woohoo!!!!!!

Everyone loves Wendy’s 10′ long braids!! I love how they turned out!

Price and I made the brads using 4 sections of 3′ long 1 1/2″ dia pipe insulation that we then wrapped with carpet backing and then 2 shades of carpet fiber. Each strand was 12′ long and then they shortened up a bit when they were braided. Danielle’s (Wendy) husband then spray painted them black at the ends and Olena and I added the black capert fibers and ribbons at the ends.

The award!! (I put it down and lost it. I’m horrible)

smile ladies

-the crew-

After we got the models undressed we then partied!!! It was so much fun taking pictures against a green screen, throwing back bourbon, and dancing around. A few of us in our office stayed until they shut it all down. Such an awesome night!!

A ~~huge~~ ~~massive~~ tremendous thank you to our team, the signifigant others that were roped in and helped out, and our amazing Tandus rep Kerry!!

Can’t wait for next year!!!!

Spring Shoes

February 9, 2012

Help me pick out some spring shoes!!!

The majority of my shoes have had years of abuse so it’s time for some shopping to get some new ones. I really need a pair of sneakers but that’s not as fun to look at as pretty heels, platforms, and flats.

These are the ones I currently have my eye on.

Kate Platform

Would be great for work. I don’t have a neutral shoe.

Skip N Jump

I like them in this print. I love wedges. Walking in Boston is so damn hard with all the bricks so this would make it a bit easier.

Milly Authentic Original 2-Eye

How do I not own a pair of Sperry Top Siders now? I had them growing up, which just got so beat up from being on the boat that I destroyed them. And by then I just started to go barefoot. My boating days are sadly over but I still need a pair. A green pair. Obviously.

Authentic Original 2-eye boat shoes in twill

Or how about these Sperry’s? The are HOT PINK!!!! Okay, the color is called neon azalea, which makes me love them even more.

Good Day Boot

Not super springy but they could work as a good transition shoe that I can wear with skirts.

Mindy Lace Up Wedge

I love shoes that provide a peak at my mermaid tail tattoo.

So what do you think?? All of them?!?!? 🙂

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100 Years of Style

February 8, 2012

This was around last summer so it’s a bit old but I absolutely love pulling it up and watching it every now and then.

Happy Hump Day.

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Nails

November 21, 2011

ladies (and gents),

I need your help.

I’m in need of nail inspiration.

I love using Pinterest to find new designs and save them for later on my ‘Nails’ Board since I’m in a crazy nail stage (for me). I want to paint my nails all the time. Buy tons of nail polishes. Do my nails in fun and different ways.

Tonight, I started my nail’s with:

Nutra Nail’s Triple Power Nail Hardener,
then I did a coat of Sally Hansen’s Insta-Dri™ Fast Dry Nail Color in Pronto Purple,
then I did some polka dots in a black polish.
I topped that all off with Maybelline’s Express Finish Top Coat.

I love the Insta Dry polish since it really is instant, which works for me since I screw up my nails all the time and I eliminate that it with this product. I just need to get some nail art pens since using a tooth pick was not the easiest way of getting a consistent dot. Anyway, the color combo is not great since the black dots are lost against the purple, but I’m just happy to have my nails done again. I’m sure I’ll change them up again in a few days anyway.

So the point of this post-

Link me some of your favorite nail images! What are your favorite polishes and colors? Send me some fun designs!

Thanks!!!!!

How to entertain yourself in a car for 11 hours

September 29, 2011

So we made it to Charlotte!

Prior to leaving last night for CT, I went to CVS for road trip staples… Candy! But I also picked up a pack of Sally Hansen Nail Strips so that I could do my nails while in the car. Pretty genius!

So right now I have my nails done, a beer in hand, and the lap top at hand so we can look for some fun things to so while we are here in Charlotte! Awesome day.

Don’t forget… You can still enter the Boston Brunchers Birthday Brunch contest to win a ticket!