Fix #11... Allie is Back!

I was so excited to have my usual stylist back! She knows me so well!!

I LOVED that I got 3 dresses to choose from! That's exactly what I wanted. My brother was getting married in 2 weeks, and I had a dress to wear to the wedding, but not one for the rehearsal dinner!

First up though was this BRIXON IVY Jarred Lace Detail Cap-Sleeve Blouse.

Allie sent it because I love lace and unique tops. While it was unique, and the color was ok, it was not my cup of tea. I didn't like the frayed lace. I normally go for the normal, "fancy" lace. I also didn't like the V of the lace.

Returned

Next I tried the Margaret M Emer High Waisted Cropped Trouser.

I didn't expect it, but I actually really liked them. They have no zipper, much like J Crew Pixie Pants. However, as comfy as they were, they had no pockets. Pockets are essential for a teacher! I decided they were a maybe.

Next up was this Pixley Bowen Textured Top Dress.

Allie said she included this because I love sparkly things.... but I'm not sure what was so sparkly! I didn't think I would like this dress looking at the picture or the dress. However, it was super comfy on, and I really liked it a lot!

It's the perfect length for school, too. I ended up wearing it the following day, because it got warm! It felt like it was missing something though, so I added my favorite flower waist belt.

Another perk of Stitch Fix is adding things from my closet as I try the pieces on! Definitely a Keeper :)

Next up was this Rue Sleeveless Colorblock Lace Detail Dress by Mystree.

I LOVE lace, which is why Allie picked this dress out for me. However, I am not a big fan of colorblock pieces. I tried it on though, both with the belt and without. I was not a fan.

Finally was this Grace V-Neck Dress by Collective Concepts.

First off, I LOVED the hot pink color! I couldn't wait to try it on!

I loved the interesting neckline! Also, Allie mentioned that it would go great with rose gold, which she noticed from my pinterest is my favorite metal. So to try it out.... :)

Sure enough, my brand-spankin' new rose gold engagement ring looks great with the hot pink :)

All in all, I decided to keep Grace V-Neck Dress and the Pixley Bowen Textured Top Dress. I ended up wearing the Grace dress to the rehearsal dinner. I didn't get a good picture of me in the dress but... here is one of my fiancé and I!

Other pictures from the wedding day:

The fiancé and I 

Dad and me

Until next time... Mischief Managed :)

Stitch Fix #9

Now that I have had Stitch Fix for a while, I feel that I need fewer general things and more specific things! More about this at the end, because it's STITCH FIX TIME!!

First up was what I have been asking for, jeans! These Mavi Skinny Jeans (Sorry... dog got into the cards and they are all chewed up!) had me on the fence for a long time. I tried them on first with the PJ top I already had on because I'm lazy, and ended up keeping them on while I tried everything.

Because they were a four, I initially thought they would not fit, but they must have been a large 4, because I could get them on comfortably. I liked the fit of these jeans! I don't have jeans in a lighter wash (all of mine are darker!), so that is why I was tempted. However, I felt like they just weren't flattering, which is why I normally don't get the lighter wash. I decided to mull it over for a while.


Next up was a RED shirt! I was really excited because I don't own any red shirts...like at all. They are my school colors! Unfortunately, the Cathleen Split-Neck Tulip-Sleeve Blouse by 19 Cooper felt too "boxy" to me. The way it fit around the shoulders, etc just felt too structured in a way that made my arms look thick.

As much as I loved the color, I knew that I wouldn't reach for this top often, so I chose to return it.

Next up was this Hollie Grid Print Blouse by Fun2Fun. When I first saw the pattern I thought I would hate it! But I actually ended up liking it, especially when I rolled up the sleeves, which is more my style. I decided to keep this one!

The last item I tried on was this RD Style Vivianna Open-Draped Knit Cardigan. Just looking at it initially, it looked granny-ish and woolen, and I had to make sure there was no wool in the cardigan before I tried it on. Thinking I wouldn't like it, I tried it on with the Hollie blouse.

I didn't think much of it, and was trying to decide on the jeans, so I left it on for 10-15 minutes. That's when I discovered how warm it was! It was definitely a keeper. I like that the ombre style of the cardigan allows me to wrap it farther around myself if I get cold. I also like that the black and white colors allow it to go with just about anything! I decided to keep it!

I also got these Bay to Baubles Nima Carved Teardrop Chandelier Earrings. However, I got a lot of jewelry for Christmas, so I returned these - I don't need ANY more jewelry, unless it's more of a statement necklace!

I finally decided to return the jeans. I liked them, but I couldn't justify spending $95 on one pair of jeans PLUS the cost of the top and the cardigan. My normal stylist was on vacation, so I'll be happy to get her back!

What I Want/Need Next Time: 

I am starting to want/need fewer general items, such as shirts, cardigans, etc. Unless it's truly unique and fits perfectly, I will be returning much more general items.

I need more specific items that my wardrobe may be lacking. Specific items include:

• Khaki work pants... mine have had a hole in the pocket since the day I bought them that is unrepairable!
• Jeans! 
• Dress/top for my 3-year anniversary with my boyfriend/Valentine's Day. Something classy but sexy!
• My brother is getting married at the beginning of March, and I am starting to look for a dress to wear to the wedding!

Thanks Allie! Hope this helps!