Stitch fix # 1 Review

Recently I decided to try Stitch Fix. If you have not heard about it, Stitch Fix offers styling service and sends you 5 hand picked clothing items that fits the style profile you created. The styling fee is $20.00 but if you keep anything from your fix, you can apply it toward the price of the item you are keeping. If you keep all 5 items, you get a 25% discount.

The reason I decided to try Stitch fix is because I tend to get quite overwhelmed at the stores and tend to pick the same type of clothes over and over. I wanted to take a big step out of my comfort zone and  wear something that I don't typically wear and I thought it would be fun to have someone pick something they would think would look good on me.

When my first fix came, I was a little overwhelmed and did not look at it with an open mind. I wanted to return it all but kept a necklace so I don't lose the styling fee. I've heard that as you continue getting fixes your stylist gets to know you better and the fixes become better and fit your style better.


Here is my little pile of goodies:

At first I was really surprised at the amount of red I got. Red was the only color I said I don't wear, so it seemed to me that my stylist did not read my profile very carefully.

BRIXON IVY Kinsey Seamed V-Neck Dress in Dark Pink 

I was so torn on this dress. I was looking for something for the wedding and my stylist sent this dress thinking it would be good for the occasion. Disregarding the color, the fit was also an issue. I felt like too much of the armpit area was showing. RETURNED

DANIEL RAINN Sandro V-Neck Blouse 

Another pinkish, reddish color. I liked it at first sight but when I put it on, it seemed too baggy for me to wear with work pants. I also thought it really did nothing for me as far as shape. RETURNED

RENE C Terah Dress 

I usually like Rene C clothes but this dress was just too blah for me. My stylist also send this one with the thought of the wedding but I just did not think it was what I was looking for. It also fit a little too tight on my chest. RETURNED 

PIXLEY June Polka Dot Skirt

I absolutely love polka dots and I have a  true weakness for anything with them. I was excited to see this skirt in my fix but for some reason I sent it back. It was a tad tight on me but I'm in process of trying to shed a couple pounds and I should have kept it. I'm going to try and ask for them to send it back to me. RETURNED AND REGRET IT :(

ROMOLO Riviera Sun Rays Necklace 

The necklace is different than any statements necklaces I own so I kept it primarily so I don't use the styling fee but it quickly became one of my favorite and most versatile necklaces. KEPT 

Even though I sent back almost the entire fix, I was excited to give the service a try and I'm going to continue getting fixes. Hopefully I will start getting something that is more consistent with my style profile. If you are interested in trying it out for yourself, here is my referral link. 

Nadine West January 2015

Nadine West delivery came pretty early this month. It's always nice to get the pink package filled with one top and two pieces of jewelry. Nadine West is very unique way to shop and a slightly different subscription service than most of the services out there. This is my third Nadine West package. What I really like about Nadine West is that there is no upfront cost for you to get the box. Each month you get one top and two pieces of jewelry. You can try it on and see what you'd like to keep. You keep what you like and send the rest back in the same envelope with the return label created.

Here are the items I received this month.

Simply Mauve-alous Top 

 Cost to keep $23.49

Returning
At first I really liked it and thought I would keep it but then I realized it has a Dolman-style sleeves and I am not too crazy about it. I have a couple of Dolman tops, so I think my wardrobe is maxed out right now. I do like the color though, it's more of a heather grey. 

Glittering Braid Necklace
Cost to keep $24.99
Returning
As with the shirt, I really liked it at first. I liked the combination of three different color metals. I really liked most of the necklace but did not like the bottom of it and was kind of dissapointed because I really wanted to keep it. I just did not think it looked good with the tassel at the end.

Rose Bouquet Charm Bracelet
Cost to keep $9.99
Returning
This bracelet is cute, I just don't wear a lot of bracelets at work. I feel like they bother me at work when they keep banging on my desk or keyboard while I type.

Final verdict: Another not so good month for me. I don't know if I'm getting too picky or just have too much similar stuff. Looking forward to next month. 

Wantable Intimates January 2015

I love getting the Wantable Intimates box every month. Wantable recently revamped their Intimates box and now offer fewer but better quality items, which to me sounds like a great idea. I know some people have an issue with getting fewer items but I'd rather get better quality ones than a ton of average items. Wantable offers 4 different types of boxes - Accessories, Intimates, Makeup and recently introduced Fitness. Here are the goodies I received in my January Wantable Intimates box :

Honeydew Floral Lace and Rayon Tank ($24.00) - really cute tank. It's my second Honeydew piece from Wantable Intimates and one think they have in common is they are really soft. 

The one I got has a cute lace back. I like it for layering, especially in winter. 

The back lace pattern: 

Wade and Belle Hosiery OS Black ($19.9) - I always need simple black tights, so I'm happy to see these in my box. They are supposed to be really comfortable without the feeling of pinching. 

Finally MukLuk Slipper Socks S/M  (24.00) - I have seen some other people get these and I was hoping I get them too, so I was really happy to see them in my box. I'm actually wearing them right now, Love them for cold Chicago winter nights. Perfect for lounging. 

I was pretty happy with this box. I return my box last month and I was really hoping for a good box this month. I'm definitely keeping this one. I received $$68.00 worth of merchandise for $36.00 subscription fee. I think I got a good deal.

This subscription box is my favorite. Can't wait for the next month. 

Glossybox December 2014 Review

My December Glossybox finally arrived.This is one of my most favorite subscriptions and I have gotten to know some great brands and products because of it. The Glossybox subscription is $21.00 if you do the month-to-month option. You can save some money if you choose to prepay for 6 months or a year.  You can get your own box here.

Here is my box for December 2014.

Packaging is always great with Glossybox. It's as if I got a real present from someone every month. This month's packaging theme was Christmas. 

Here is the inside of the box: 

Ciate mini glitter nail polish ($8.00 )

I really like this nail polish brand and this is the perfect season for some sparkle in your nails. I'm looking forward to testing it. 

Toni & Guy Leave In Conditioner 3.3 fl oz - full size ($9.19)

This conditioner addresses my hair issue - frizz control. I can't wait to test it. I have not heard of this brand before. There are so many hair products out there and I'm always a little overwhelmed when it comes to choosing just one. 

Bellapiere Cosmetics Mineral Lipstick in Burlesque - full size ($19.99)

I really like BellaPiere and I love this shade of the lipstick. It's perfect for a night out. I have a lot of everyday shades of lipsticks but needed something special and this is just great. 

Nuxe Masque Creme 50ml - full size ($32.00)

I'm really excited to try this mask. My skin is always so dry in winter and I always need products that work well. Hopefully this works. 

Rituals Cosmetics Miracle Scrub 2.5 fl oz - full size ($17.00)

Another amazing product for winter problems. It smells really great and promises to soften your skin with ginkgo biloba. 

This was an amazing box. I really loved everything and I thought I got a great deal for the $21.00 I paid. The value of the box came up to $86.00. 

Do you subscribe to Glossybox? What do you think? Click here if you want to get your Glossybox subscription. 

Bijoux Box Black Friday Grab Bag

This is my first experience with Bijoux Box. I'm actually not a subscriber yet, although I have been thinking of signing up for their monthly jewelry delivery. I really liked the statement necklaces I have seen featured in blogs and on Instagram. Before I commit to the subscription I wanted to check the quality of the pieces and Black Friday Grab Bag was the best way to do it. The Grab Bag was $25.00 and I got 5 randomly picked pieces.


This is what I got: 

I really like the purple stretch bracelet and the honeycomb earrings. The statement necklace is light, which is good because I was worried it would be too heavy judging by the look of it. I'm not sure if I can pull off the colors but I'll give it a try. I think it will have to wait until Spring/Summer. The chain pendant necklace will be nice to wear with sweaters and I think the black bracelet will look good with it too. I think this convinced me to try the Bijoux Box subscription. 

Nadine West December 2014

I really look forward to Nadine West deliveries every month. It's a very unique way to shop and a slightly different subscription service than most of the services out there. This is my third Nadine West package. What I really like about Nadine West is that there is no upfront cost for you to get the box. Each month you get one top and two pieces of jewelry. You can try it on and see what you'd like to keep. You keep what you like and send the rest back in the same envelope with the return label created.

Here are the items I received this month.

Aztec Stripes Cardi

 Cost to keep $23.49

Still debating but thinking of Returning

This cardi is very nice and the Aztec sleeves give it a unique look. I like how it drapes in front. However, I recently went on an Aztec binge and have too many pieces with this theme. I think I might be returning this one. Just can't justifying yet another Aztec pint in my wardrobe.

Once Upon a Chain Necklace
Cost to keep $24.99
Returning
I just don't wear chains like this. It's just not my style.

My Little Pretties Purple Studs
Cost to keep $9.99
Keeping
These are really cute to wear every day for work. They have a purple in the middle, which did not photograph well.

Final verdict: Not the best month for me. I will be keeping only the earrings. Looking forward to next month. 

Boodlebox January 2015

My daughter was really excited to get her January Boodlebox today. The Boodlebox subscription is $19.00 if you subscibe for at least 3 months or $24.99 if you just get one month. I signed up for the whole year to get the one month free.

This month's theme is the New Year

Jungle Beat Diary  ($9.00) - It's a cute diary with a lock and key. There is never enough of these in my house. 

Glitter Gel Pen Set ($9.49) - These go great with the diary and I'm sure will be used a lot. My daughter got a bunch of glitter pens for Christmas, but you can never have enough colored gen pens. 

Ciate Caviar Nail Pearls Mini ($8.00) -My daughter is all about nail art nowadays and keeps looking for interesting nail designs online. I'm sure they will use these fun glitter pearls and create some interesting nail designs.

Glitter No-slip Double Headband ($9.00 ) - This is really cute glitter headband. It's really cool that it's adjustable and can fit many head sizes. 

Dazzling Diamond Pocket Bac & Holder ($5.25) - Enough said, you can never have too many of these. My daughter loves the ones from Bath and Body Works too and has a large collection of them. 

Glam Metallic Temporary Tatoos ($12.00) - These are fun and really fit the theme. 

The total value of the box is about $54. Not the best value I have seen lately, but I spent only $20 on it, so I definitely got my money's worth.  My daughter is already anticipating the next Boodlebox delivery.