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 :)

Stitchfix #10... late. Oops!

Ahh!! I realized I forgot to blog my last fix! A few exciting things happened since that fix, so it's understandable.


Fix #10

Allie wasn't styling me for this Fix, so everything was a little off.

First up was this Dylan and Rose Remington Sleeveless Geo Print Elastic Waist Dress.

I did not feel like it was dressy enough for a rehearsal dinner. However, I tried to put it on like you're supposed to... and couldn't get the button open! Mostly because the loop was too small to allow the button to get out, but also because it came like this!

I finally got it on, and knew I was returning it.

Next up was this Collective Conceptions Desmond Back Cut-Out Tab-Sleeve Blouse.

It was perfect for my three-year anniversary with my boyfriend! It had a low neckline perfect for a date, but with a cami underneath, it easily converts to a top appropriate to teach in. It ended up being in some very important pictures the day before valentine's day too... :)

I also tried it on with these Kut From The Kloth Parcey Polka Dot Skinny Jeans! 

It was so hard to get a picture though! The jeans were WAY too long, but I kept them anyways because I love polka dots! It will just take a simple alteration :)

Next was this Fun2Fun Torrance Lace Detailed Sleeveless Blouse.

Definitely too "gothic" for my taste!

Finally, I received some Denna Skinny Jeans, also from Kut From The Kloth. They were nearly identical to a pair I already have, so I didn't even bother to try them on!

Mine are on the right!

That about wraps up Fix #10!

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!

Stich Fix #8

Stich Fix #8 is here! It got to my doorstep the day after Christmas. Hooray!

First impressions? I got excited to see fun prints like chevron and the bird print, as well as the maroon!

First up was this Delphina Striped Knit Top from Papermoon.

My stylist, Allie, said she sent it to me because I liked the fit of this Honey Punch top form my last fix. It was pretty soft, like that top, and slouchy. Before I put it on I put on the same white cami I find myself wearing under a lot of tops now.

Like the top from my last fix, this shirt was super comfy. My stylist said that I could really dress it up with black skinny jeans, booties, and some statement jewelry. I don't own anything but the statement jewelry... so I will have to take her word for it, for now ;). I was on the fence about this top, and still am. I can't decide if I need another casual top like this or not... luckily I don't have to check out until Monday! I have a few days to decide!

Next up was this Trinidad Chevron Print Henley Blouse by 41Hawthorn.

As soon as I saw the print, I was hoping that it would fit! My stylist recommended I try it with my Kensie Ankle Biter jeans. I already had on some jeggings from American Eagle, so I just left those on. I also kept the cami on, since that was how I would be wearing it to work.

Close-Up on the print!

This was definitely a keeper! It was loose, but not too loose, and was super comfy. For work I will definitely pair it with my Kensie Jeans. My stylist also suggested pairing it with a neutral blazer, but I don't own one either! Luckily, teaching clothes are more on the casual side of business casual, at least at my school, so the blazer is not necessary.

Next up was another blouse from 41Hawthorn, this Filbert 3/4 Sleeve Popover Blouse.

 Look familiar? It's nearly the same top as this one from Stitch Fix #2. Allie pulled the top in a similar fit and in pink. I was a little nervous to put it on. That top is still one of my favorites, but it fits slightly tight across my back/shoulders. I have a hard time wearing it with a cami under, which I need to do for work.

Luckily, this fit better. It's hard to see the colors from my iPhone, but the pink is a little brighter than this. As with my other tops, I kept my white cami on under this top, and it was not tight at all. This was definitely another keeper! so comfy and perfect for work. The bold color was perfect for me!

The bird print in my fix ended up being on this Henry Birds on Branch Infinity Scarf by Octavia.

I was a little disappointed to find out that it was another scarf, but I loved the print and color. I decided to try it on with the Filbert shirt I already had on.

It was comfy and looked great with this top! I am still on the fence about the scarf, but I'm leaning more towards keeping it. Allie, if you're reading, I think I may have enough scarves! I need to purge my closet a little bit this winter break ;)

Last up was this maroon dress by Gilli, Genna 3/4 Sleeve Faux Wrap Dress.

I mentioned on the blog a few weeks ago that I wanted more dresses to wear with leggings. I loved the other faux wrap dress I got from Stitch Fix, so I guess that's where Allie was coming from. I was a little apprehensive... it didn't look like my style at all. However, they encourage you to try on everything anyways (plus, it was MAROON!!), so I did. And I LOVED it!

It was a perfect length!! I can wear this to work on warm days without leggings (and I live in Texas... winter is already gone), or on the rare cold day, I can pair it with my favorite leggings, as I did in the bottom picture. This was 100% a keeper!

I still have today, Sunday, and part of Monday to figure out what I am keeping. I am on the fence about the scarf and the striped top. I will probably go through my closet and purge a lot of items today to help me make my final decision.

Until next time...Mischief Managed.