clothing review Archives - I am a Honey Bee

Well, wouldn’t you know it’s time for another Stitch Fix review!

I liked my March Stitch Fix so much that I decided to schedule another Stitch Fix for April so here is my review of that box from April.

Ahleya Eyelet Dress from London Times $88 (Size 4)

Love it! Kept it!

I love the color, fabric, design, and silhouette. Such a winner. I knew once I opened up the box that I’d keep it. Perfect

Also, Autumn felt like joining in these photos. Aren’t her Old Navy PJ’s just the cutest?! They are actually boys PJ’s but they are a winner in our house since they have “Twinkle Little Stars” on them. ha!

Trinka Blazer from Skies Are Blue $74 (Size S)

I really liked then when I took it out of the box but it was way too tight. Not just snug but could not button at all and it was way too small in the bust too. Not only that it was too long in the sleeves. Just not right for me. Oh well.

Evella Boatneck Top from Market and Spruce $64 (Size S)

I liked this top but I didn’t see the value in the cost and getting another long sleeve top while living down here in FL. It’s already in the 80’s so this would not be touched for months until things cool down again. Cute, but bad timing.

As well, I don’t like tops that are layered already. Just a weird personal preference. It seems weird to me. Whatever.

Athenia Button Down Top by Aratta $54 (Size S)

My biggest pet peeve with Stitch Fix is that they don’t often include things that are made of cotton so when I took this out and saw it was 100% cotton I did a little jig. It is soft but sturdy. And I liked the plaid pattern on the top. It is great for summer so I kept it.

Jafar Peplum Back Cardigan from Sweet Grey $68 (Size S)

I wasn’t too sure when I took this out of the box because of the material but I liked it once it was on because of the peplum detail in the back.

In the picture above, I paired it with a skirt from Hately (Size 4) and a white tank.

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Merchandise Total $210

Styling Fee Credit -$20.00

Total $190

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I decided to keep 3 items from this Fix. Not too bad.

I have had these items for a few weeks now and I have worn everything, some even 2x, so I think that getting these items was smart decision since I can see wearing them often in the future as well.

My next Fix will arrive in about a week. I requested that I don’t get items with long sleeves or are heavy since it’s already in the 80’s here and I can’t imagine wearing stuff with long sleeves when it’s even going to get warmer. Plus, I emphasized getting more stuff made with cotton. I am hoping for another great shipment from my stylist.

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And some bloopers just for fun!

Wanna know what’s so great about losing over 60 pounds?

All the shopping you get to do!!! For real!!

Since having Autumn in November of 2013 I’ve lost over 60 pounds. Just about 65 actually. And I’m not talking baby weight either. That’s a whole other story. But the point is when you put in the hard work you need to reward yourself. Plus, nothing else fits anymore.

And I fall into the super special category of women that are short (5′-1″ish) with curves. Curves= big butts and hips. It’s the Italian genes I have. I used to have boobs but I tend to lose weight on the top first so they said ‘bye-bye’ after nursing.

Anyway, what does that mean for me? It means that I get the pleasure of struggling to find clothes that fit. Petite pants are great for length but don’t handle the curves well. And then regular pants are too damn long. Like I’ve gotten 6″ hemmed off pants before. Damn you tall ‘normal’ people!!! And dresses are a pain too!! Man, don’t even get me started on Maxi dresses! Who are these amazon women that they make these dresses for?!?!?

And tailoring is a pain. A royal pain to go to the tailor, try stuff on, get measured, wait, go back, and test it out there. Plus it’s expensive. It can be $8-12 to get pants hemmed and $15+ for dresses.

But I’ve discovered a solution to all of that! eShakti!!!

eShakti dress review-7

eShakti is an online retailer that has a large selection of dresses, pants, and tops that you can customize. For example, you can change design elements of dresses, like add pockets, change the style of the neckline or sleeves. You can take that all a step further by providing them with your measurements, which they keep on file, to get the clothes to fit your perfectly.

I really enjoyed the process of shopping for a dress as there were so many to pick from. I was on the look out for summery dresses as I don’t have many of those that fit me anymore. I cam across “Her fifties piped trim dress” ($59.85) which seemed like a great shape for me, it has great detail, and would be a great dress to wear to work or just around Boston in the summer. It would be a great summer time staple.

I had considered doing the custom measurements but I wanted to test out the ‘standard’ sizing to see how it fit me. Plus, I as doing Whole30 program at the time , which specifically says not to weigh or measure yourself during the 30 days so I was committed to sticking to that. The risk paid off as the size I ordered fit me well, especially since it has no stretch as it’s 100% cotton. I actually could have ordered a size down, but that’s basically only as a result of completing the Whole30. I will order the next size down for future orders.

I did make the dress shorter as it was designed to sit “below knee-length”. I think $7.50 charge is well worth it because you can get something that fits and looks great on you. I decided to go with “knee-length”, which I think works well for me.

I am so happy with this dress as it fits me well, looks flattering, and is made really well. It made me feel great wearing it. And I think that is pretty important.

The construction of the dress is really good with neat seams and piping. The ‘piping’ actually is made from a serger with the stitching pretty tight. From afar it looks like piping but in reality it is not, this might annoy someone but I have no problem with it. Plus, it’s cotton. I love cotton dresses. It’s breathable and wears well.

I’m actually ordering a Maxi dress next. Those are the toughest for me to shop for as, I said before, I am just a smidgen taller than 5′-1″ so they are generally way too long for me as things are designed for woman 5′-4″ to 5′-7″ (according to eShakti’s site). By giving eShakti my measurements I will get to avoid all that. Super excited.

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