Stitch Fix App Happy

Apparently I'm addicted to Stitch Fix. Despite how busy I am, here I am blogging about it, again. There are just so many things I want to share with you, but most of all the new app.

If you haven't tried the new Stitch Fix app for iPhone, you are missing out. Not only does it allow easy access to your style profile and updates on your order. Now, you can view pictures of the items before they arrive!

It gets better. You can share a profile pic, too! I'm really excited about this. No doubt it will make for a more personalized experience.

What are you waiting for? Download it here: Stitch Fix App

As if this new app weren't inspiration enough for a new blog post, the Stitch Fix affiliates team sent me a selfie stick! I was excited to see this in the mail because I have so many new favorite pieces that I've been waiting to share with you. Bear with me folks, I'm a selfie novice.

I can't decide what to share first, so I've decided to save the best for last. I'll start out with these amazing jeans from Dear John. I had my mind set on getting myself a dressy pair of denim trousers to wear on Wednesday nights with my AWANA Commander shirt and Crocband flats, and these are just perfect!

     

These Marson wide leg jeans ran a little big, so I sent customer service an email (hello@stitchfix.com) and sized down. For reference, I'm 5'6 and these have an average inseam. If I wore them with boots they'd be way too short, I'd probably want a 34" inseam....great, now I need another pair of jeans. Torture (wink, wink).

I'm wearing the jeans in all of these pictures except the last outfit, so you can see them from several angles. Above, I'm wearing them with the 41Hawthorn Moni Studded Short Sleeve Blouse. I love the feel of it, it has a bit of weight to it but still feels breathable.

 

  

Black and white patterns are my new favorite for mixing with rich colored sweaters and accessories, like my Target mustard cardigan and my burgundy Bandolino ballet flats.

I'd call that a selfie stick win. I rarely like pictures of myself and this is pretty alright. So naturally, I decided to use this for my profile picture.

I'm smiling just thinking about what I'm going to say about this next piece. My daughter and I were talking about what we'd call ourselves if we were named after our clothes. We decided my name would be sweater.

   

Last fall, I bought a really cute oversized navy and white cardigan similar to this one and I wore it nearly everyday. Sadly, I wore it to death. So when I saw this, I knew it was a keeper! This one is even softer, and the colors are so me. It's the Pixley Dali Cardigan.

Hey, I think I'm getting the hang of this selfie thing!

So, just last week I acquired my all time favorite Stitch Fix item, the Mavi Bartlett Crochet Detail Pullover Sweater. The gorgeous color on this, which is like a dark slate grey, really does something for my skin tone. I can't remember ever having anything in this color before and am excited to have a new favorite to wear.

Can you see the pomegranates growing in the background here? Number 2 really loves those.

I wanted to be sure and give you a close up on the crochet detail at the neckline. Also, the texture. The fabric is so unique, and like the Moni blouse it is heavier but breathable. It's mostly cotton, and a little bit nylon (maybe the crochet?) And, no wool, so no itching!

Since I was already playing dress up I thought I'd share this top I picked up from Loft, too. I rarely get out and go shopping anymore but my daughter and I went on a spree for her birthday. I just had to have this top. Wish I had some pictures to show you of number 1 in her choices. I can't believe how grown up she looks. Sigh.

    

I love the neckline on this top; it works perfectly with a scarf my mom bought me last winter! Doesn't it look cute with my Stitch Fix Marson denim trousers?

Oh, and since it's such a rare occasion that I get to blog anymore, here's a recent pic of the little reason I prefer shopping from home :) Blurry, but adorable. Maybe next time I'll use my Stitch Fix selfie stick.

Here are the rest of my reasons.

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Happy Fall Y'all! 

Ann Taylor Loft Flash Sale Alert: Just in Time for the 4th of July!

I am thrilled to announce my affiliation with Loft, my all time favorite place to shop! Now I can give you a heads up on upcoming promotions and make a small commission, too. Everyone wins!

And here we go!

From 12 am EST 6/28 EST to 11:59 pm EST 7/1 (Sunday through Wednesday) enjoy

60% off already reduced prices!

I just got back from the Loft (for the 50% off in store only sale) and snagged a few things.

I actually tried on the red dress above and it was beautiful! In fact, I think I tried on everything in the store. Thanks for watching the boys Grandma!

I picked up a dress that's perfect for summer! It's knee length, a rare find these days. It's also fully lined, and doesn't require special undergarments! I think the cut is flattering despite my mom belly, hips and thighs, which I credit to a combination of the adjustable drawstring waist and high contrast pattern. The pattern is trendy, with a tropical floral sort of print, but not overly so.

Loft calls it the Painterly Floral Drawstring Dress in Midnight Slate.

If you aren't sure about the pattern, it also comes in black. 

I think how you feel in a dress makes a big difference. I feel amazing in this dress.

Maybe it's because it has pockets. Every dress should have pockets.

I was also totally excited to snatch up this Aztec Summer Softened Shirt for an amazingly low price. This is still on the website in regular, petite and tall! I don't know why I kept passing it by in the store, I'm totally in love. If you are a soft clothes junky, this top is for you. And I love anything I can throw on with jeans. I'm wearing it today!

Here's a close up on the pattern. It's just enough color to keep this from being a bright white shirt that washes me out. And it's just boho enough that I can keep denying I like boho.

So happy that I picked up 2 new summer staples!

If you need a reminder about the sale, be sure and follow me on facebook for that or upcoming sales!

Until then, have a cozy new shirt sort of weekend.

Golden Tote Review and Giveaway May 2015

I think you'll find this May Golden Tote review is perfect timing

if you are considering a late May or June Golden Tote (going live June 8th!).

The Golden Tote Trading Group Facebook page is flooded with positive reviews,

because, who doesn't like a Puella swing dress at bargain prices?!

If you have no idea what I'm talking about, you've got to try Golden Tote!

Golden Tote is a wonderful little California based boutique with a few special features.

Every month they release a new tote full of women's clothing and accessories!

They have 2 tote options:

1. A large tote - Choose 2 items you love, they pick out 4 surprises for you for $149
2. A small tote - Choose 1 item and they send 1 surprise for $49

This time I went with the large tote. This option comes with free shipping, which for me turned out to be 1-day priority USPS! Because of this and the overall number of items in the tote, this is the most economical for me. I've also grown increasingly confident that I will be able to resell anything Golden Tote sends my way due to overwhelming demand in the GT Facebook trading group.

Let's start with my first chosen, my precious. The Puella Mixed Media Swing Dress in navy.

I'm going to call this the "party on the side" dress, hehe.

You know, I keep insisting I don't like boho, but then I go and buy things like this.

I guess my love hate relationship with gypsy clothes

plays perfectly into my favorite song of all time, Bohemian rhapsody.

By the way, when I started all this subscription box business, I really didn't know what to ask for.

When I googled "best dress for a pear shape" I think swing was a recommended style.

Now I just need a cute shoe with a heel to make my legs look thinner and longer,

like the ones on the style cards Golden Tote sent.

Here's a close up of the side panels. Can you tell the stripes are actually navy? This also came in a black and another shade of blue. I picked this one for the pattern, and because I'm a little obsessed with navy. Besides, I already have my black and white dress from Popbasic.

I'm wearing this dress right now! I couldn't very well show up as the mystery reader

in my son's Kindergarten class wearing jeans and a tshirt.

First time wearing it and I've already gotten compliments!

I look forward to seeing what Puella comes up with next.

My second chosen was the Colorful Plaid Buttondown in blue.

This is maybe the first time ever I've thought a buttondown shirt was flattering.

But holy wrinkles, Batman! I don't know if I can get over that!

I am loving the color combination though, blue with white jeans (from Loft).

I purposefully chose the blue over the white and mint because I thought it would look cute with my new white jeans. It also has the optional full length or 3/4 length sleeve. Don't you just love the thin bright stripes throughout it? Talk me into this folks! I was sure I NEEDED it :)

On to the surprises. 

For my style profile I chose casual, classic & feminine.

The other options were bohemian (ha!), edgy and trendy. To each her own.

I'm going to work up to my favorite surprise.

First up is this Tea & Rose Elastic Waist Maxi in pink.

The only real reason I don't like this dress is that it doesn't fit!

So...here's my size double zero daughter in this "medium" dress.

Isn't she beautiful? Can you tell she's really not into this?

She's usually on the other side of the camera, doing a pretty good job, don't you think?

Love the detail on the back of the maxi.

On the last page of the style profile Golden Tote gives you a little section for special requests.

I had asked for conservative maxi's and this fit the bill.

Kind of wish I had left pink in the "don't send me" list because this also came in blue.

But seriously, I have too much blue!

Reminds me of the Gilli I got in my April Stitch Fix.

Next up is this Chris & Carol Polka Dot Tee in black.

I didn't know what to think when I saw it in the tote.

Have you ever had something made from a material that looks like

it's already been washed a million times?

I got a shirt like that on Amazon by Lucky and I never reach for it.

I'm wondering if this will just hang in my closet.

I also wonder if it looks maternity. I've had 4 kids and I'm over that dreaded question. 

But it's so soft and buttery. I've seen people on the trading group talk this way about something and then say they are keeping it as pajamas. I never really understood that until now. I think I just need more input on how to style it. Help! I have honestly never owned anything like it.

My 3rd surprise was this Le Sample Top with Floral Embroidery in grey and coral.

What is up with my face?! I couldn't resist sharing it. Anyway, I'm not surprised they sent grey,

my Golden Tote profile picture shows me in a grey dress. But it feels too pale for me.

Can I pull it off or do I look like a corpse?

I really do love the embroidery, it's so very lovely. 

I think I've just got to find the right camisole for it and learn to really own those jeans.

It's a big boxy, but I did say that I like loose shirts on my style profile.

I am trying to avoid tight, unforgiving materials and styles.

What do you think, should I keep it? It's light as a feather and easy as pie to throw on.

My last surprise is my absolute favorite!

If you are signed up to receive Golden Tote emails you may have seen this in yesterday's

"How we wear our surprise items" spoiler.

It's by Lumiere (a favorite), the Striped Midi Dress in navy!

(Don't you love this month's tote? That never gets old, love these!)

So, this dress is like a tent on me but I don't care!

I'm either going to attempt to alter it myself with my feeble sewing skills or ask my friend to help.

Because, I like it, and my daughter even says it pretty!

We agree it's probably more flattering with a belt, but I kinda like it unbelted.

I have no idea what I'm going to do about the strap situation but I'll figure it out somehow.

Chances are I'll be wearing a cardigan anyway.

Here's a pic of the spoilers, in case you missed it.

So, if you've ever bought a Puella dress at Anthropologie or even from the Golden Tote Boutique, you know those puppies alone cost a small fortune. Basically, for the price of 2 Puella's you get a total of 6 lovely items for $149 out the door! That's $25 a peice, folks, and I really like them apples.

I'll let you in on another little secret. You can add as many items to your tote as you want, for a fraction of the retail price. You can add a Puella swing to any tote purchase this month for just $40!

If you do decide to give it a try and sign up with my link, I earn a little credit

and you get some fabulous clothes!

And then YOU can refer your friends and earn credit, too!

Here's my referral link:

http://www.goldentote.com/index.php?route=common/referral&referral=176e8084e079478b

Be sure to come back and click it again on tote day, June 8th.

Better yet, follow me on facebook for reminders about the start of the sale!

I'll put up the June tote spoilers as soon as I get them!

Oh, silly me, I almost forgot.

This is a giveaway, too!

Golden Tote sent me a Jules Smith rose gold bangle

& I want to pass it on to one lovely reader!

Entry is easy, just leave me a quick comment at the bottom of this post,
along with your email or way to reach you if you win!

Please, I'm surrounded by munchkins over here folks. Entertain me :)

I will pick one lovely winner at 11:59pm on tote day, June 8th!

Can't wait to meet you and hear what you think about Golden Tote!

Best of luck, and stay golden!

Loft Sale and Clearance Spring 2015

In my facebook subscription box clothing groups we often joke about

"cheating on" Stitch Fix or whichever box.

A girl can't live on 5 pieces of clothes a month, right?

Oddly, we all seem to have the same taste and do quite a bit of shopping at Loft.

It's pretty hard to resist their high quality fabrics & construction, up-to-date styles, and impeccable fit

when they throw a flash sale on top of already reduced prices.

That's how I scored these items at ridiculously low prices.

Best of all, jeans.

 

Fortunately for me, I have a local Loft and can try things on, but I don't really need to.

I consistently wear the same sizes in tops and jeans.

And I'm a really big fan of their modern straight cut. I may end up with every style and wash.

These rip & repair coastal blue jeans have a distressed, boyfriend feel

but with a more flattering fit.

I don't normally wear blue with blue, but I threw this cuffed sleeve hi low top

on with the jeans in the fitting room and I felt like hitting the beach.

By the way, I live 5 miles from the beach and still never go there.

I'm sure you can tell by my pastiness.

By the way, I'd love to take more pictures of the items on, but it was spring break

when I wrote this and the only vacation I'm getting it not straightening my hair.

This sweater is coming across more blue than the minty green it really is.

I got a lot of compliments on this sweater in church. It's a really great layering piece. It's thin, but not sheer. It looks great with wide leg trousers, especially these.

Come on Loft, throw me another flash sale so I can have the complete outfit!

Loft is also a great place to stock up on well made jewelry.

I've had pieces from Loft that have lasted me at least 10 years.

Ordered these bracelets online, they were only $6.50-$7.50 a piece during the sale.

I was most excited about the druzy bracelets and the gold cuff,

but they didn't end up working for my tiny wrists. 

Please make note though, that every single one of these bracelets is adjustable,

which I didn't realize when I ordered them. I love that!

That cute ikat is the ikat dot pocket blouse.

Wish it would've worked for me but it was just too darn long. Drats.

Of course, the underdogs were the winners in my order.
Wear this gold knot cuff with everything.

This was the first thing I wore out of the box. Goes with anything and everything.

The picture on the Loft website doesn't do this one justice.

It's super cute and I don't even notice I have it on.

I'm still waiting on one more pair of jeans.

They ship almost everything separately, but it makes no difference to me.

Shipping was free.

Just saw this new in the store, it WILL be mine. For the right price.

What are you waiting to buy during the next Loft flash sale?

By the way, the only way to get in the know about these sales is by signing up for emails, so don't forget to do that.

Have a peachy keen day!