Have you guys heard of Stitch Fix before?  Well if not, you are in for a shopping treat.    Stitch Fix is an online personal shopping service where you fill out a survey about the style and then send you clothing or accessories right to your door step!  The survey is extremely detailed first asking you questions about your body type and shape, what areas of the body you like the flaunt, and what size you typically wear on top and bottom.  Then it asks you how much you spend on average on different pieces of clothing and accessories and what materials you absolutely don’t like to wear (like pleather, fur, etc.).  Then it has you characterize your personal style, I said that Casual Chic and Cute top and jeans kind of girl was totally me while Boho Chic and Edgy was not.  But I did say that I would like to add some more Glam, Romantic and Classic pieces to my wardrobe, so just because your current style may be one thing, you can always say you want to add different styles into your current wardrobe.  After that, the survey then asks you about your Color and Brand preferences and any other Personal Notes you might want to add.  Then lastly you put in your mailing address, billing information and you schedule your Fix!  Basically you get charged a $20 Styling Fee (no matter if you decide to keep anything or not) and if you decide to keep anything, that $20 goes towards the price of the item.  And if you buy all 5 items that they send to you in your Fix, you get 25% off the entire purchase.

I must say that the shipping was very fast and when I received the box I was SUPER excited!!!

Here’s a look at the box and its contents.  The box came with a letter to me describing all the different pieces that were in the box, a stamped and addressed envelope to send back the items that I didn’t want, and 5 items to try on!!  The package arrived on a Thursday and I had until Monday before I needed to send anything back if I didn’t want it.

Here’s the contents of my Fix!  Like I said above, these items aren’t typically ones that I would wear on a daily basis, but I chose that I wanted more Classics and Glam pieces so I think these fit that category quite perfectly.  Here’s a breakdown of the items and what I thought about them:

1. MM Couture Dress : day to night ellen one shoulder dress ($66) – I was excited about this one because I don’t have a lot of one shoulder dresses.  I was worried that it would be too tight, especially around my belly area, but luckily it has a little bit of drapery around that area to cover it up.

2. Max and Cleo Dress : day to night cassie halter dress ($115) – I LOVED the color of this dress, but unfortunately the fit on top was a little bit weird on me.

3. Whats In Store Jewelry : Cheney Necklace ($30) – The necklace is a classic piece with a great color that would go well with a lot.

4. Ark n Co Dress : Evening Wear quily matte sequin dress ($62) – I was very hesitant about this dress at first glance because of all of the sequins.  I knew that it probably wouldn’t work well if I had to carry Austin around while wearing it and it was just a little too much sequins for me.  I wasn’t a big fan of how it looked on.

5. BB Dakota Outer Layer : Blazer etta brown dotted blazer ($100) – I was SUPER excited to see this because I had been looking for a brown blazer for the longest time.  But I wasn’t a huge fan of the coattail in back.

One of my favorite things about each clothing item is that each item came with 2 suggestions of how to style that item.  Whether it’s pairing a dress with a blazer and tall heels or a belt, flats and a colorful clutch.

So which ones did I decide to go with?

Dress: MM Couture | Belt: Target (similar) | Necklace: Forever 21 (similar) | Shoes: Sam Edelman

I ended up going with the MM Couture Dress!  I figured it would be a great dress to wear for a wedding or just out for a fancy girl’s night.  It definitely is very form fitting but I figured that my baby belly is only going to go down with more time so the dress will keep looking better and better on me.    Prior to receiving the dress, I had never heard of this brand (MM Couture) and when I had looked it up, I realized there were a ton of pieces I loved at really affordable prices.

All in all I loved the experience of having my own personal shopper and getting clothes sent to my house.  With my new responsibilities of being a Mom, it’s rare that I have time to go out and shop anymore.  The only downside is that you can’t try things on for size before getting them but that’s pretty much the same as if you bought something online.  This time I decided to go out of my comfort zone a little a probably got too many dresses that I will probably only wear a few times, so next time I am going to go for some more every day pieces that are more my style.

If you’d like to try out your own Fix, you can sign up here.  It’s still in beta mode so you need an invite to sign up and I definitely think its worth trying for fun!    I’d love to hear about your experience if you have tried it out or once you do!

I was given a credit for $100 to do a review of Stitch Fix.  All opinions listed here are mine, truthful and honest.  They would have been the same regardless of if I got the credit or not!

P.S. The winner of the Jessica N Designs giveaway is Valerie of Mamavalveeta03!  Congrats!  Please send me an email at sandyalamode(at)gmail(dot)com with your shipping address!

Have you gotten your Fix on yet?

Putting together a Flavors To Follow post while on a shopping hiatus is like one of the hardest things I’ve had to do this week.  I’m forced to do some online virtual shopping to put this post together, yet I cannot buy a single thing, torture I tell you, torture.  But lucky for you, I am your personal shopper, at your service.  You can thank me by buying me one of these pieces, pretty please. 

But anyway, my new obsession of the week is polka dots.  This trend has been around for quite some time now that I’m not even sure it really is a trend, but it’s almost like a staple piece in my opinion.  I have a few tops, tunics and dresses in this pattern, but I am lacking in polka dot cardigans, accessories and shoes.  Not that I need polka dots in all of these things, but it would be fun, wouldn’t it?  Polka dots can make a statement on their own paired with a solid, or it’s great for pattern mixing with stripes, florals, and even other polka dots.

1. This cute Rebecca Minkoff bag is the perfect mix of rocker and feminine.  The studs look like polka dots to me.  Studded Rocker Cross Body

2. This Sam & Lavi dress is simple, but so darling.  It’s like the perfect staple polka dot dress you need in your wardrobe.  Olivia Polka Dot Terry

3. I’ve always wanted polka dot pumps.  These Madden Girls need to make their way to my closet someday.  Lyons (Coral Multi)

4. This classic Equipment blouse is the perfect piece for layering and playing!  Earl Retro Dot Blouse

5. Polka dots, cap toe, and a bow, Lola Ramona read my mind.   What else could you ask for?  Rinna Polka Dot Flat

6. I’ve never bought anything from Levi’s but I think this sweet pink cardigan is a must.  Dotty Cardigan – Shifting Sand

7. Afraid of polka dots?  Then just add a little pop of it to your wardrobe with these Pac Sun sunnies.  With Love From CA Polka Dot Sunnies

8. ASOS captures my heart again with these metal toe polka dot shoes.  Point Court Shoes With Metal Toe Cap

9. Pair this MINKPINK skirt with a fun floral top and nude pumps for a cute day look.  Add tights if your afraid if it being too short.  Peppermint Patty Polka Dot Skirt

P.S. The winner of the April Group Sponsor Giveaway is Audrey of Putting Me Together!  Congrats girl!  Send me an email to sandyalamode(at)gmail(dot)com with your mailing address!

Are you a fan of polka dots?

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Remember the little Farmer’s Market dress that I wore a few weeks ago?  Well, I got it from the super cute online boutique, Stitched + Adorned, and I’m back to share some more of faves from the shop.  I love the cute name and it’s just got the perfect collection of clothing and accessories at super affordable prices (nothing in the shop is over $50)!

So if you haven’t purchased anything from Stitched + Adorned yet, here’s your chance to own something from this awesome shop!

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Win an item of your choice from Stitched + Adorned (subject to availability at time of win)!

How’s that for another awesome giveaway?  Enter below in the Rafflecopter widget! 

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I’m back with another giveaway friends, we’re on a roll here huh?  You’ve seen Ladyee Boutique on this blog before, but since then it’s already been stocked with some new fun items!  Every time I take a glance at this online store, I find something else that I want to add to my wardrobe… dresses, tops, accessories, etc.!  Well read on to learn a little bit more about the shop owner, Wande, enter to win a fun necklace and use the discount code to buy something if you’d like! 

{MEET WANDE}

1) Tell us a little bit about yourself and how you decided to open up shop?
A little about me- I am a wife, mom to two sweet children under 4, a daughter, sister and loyal friend. Ladyee Boutique was born out of a love for feminine, chic and well made clothing. When you look great, you feel great and every woman deserves to feel amazing. We pride ourselves on only offering well made, good quality items at the shop. So regardless of price point (low, mid or high), you can be rest assured your purchase was selected with the outmost attention to detail and care.

2) What is your favorite thing about owning a boutique?
My favorite thing about owning a boutique is deciding what selections we offer our amazing clientele.

3) What are your favorite color combinations for the Spring?
This spring, my favorite color combinations are-
Tangerine orange and cobalt blue
Pink and green
Nudes and brights

4) What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
Cookies and cream

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Win this Mary Necklace in Gold and Wood by Towne & Reese!

It’s no secret that this Spring is all about color, color, color!  Pinks, oranges, neons, just anything bright and bold is IN!  I’ve always been a fan of hot pink/fuchsia so I’m excited to be able to bust out the things I’ve owned as well as snag a few new pieces as well.  Here are fuchsia colored items that have caught my eye!  Don’t you just love when I go shopping for you? 

1 If you aren’t quite bold enough to embrace this color, add a little pop with this Francesca’s belt!
2 Loving the fun colors and pattern of this Tobi blouse!
3 Win this necklace and earring set GIVEAWAY from The Style Manor on A Girl’s Next Best Friend (and buy some cute affordable handbags while you’re there)!
4 This pendant from Little Bird Creations is just the cutest thing ever! What a fun little fuchsia heart detail!
5 Turquoise with an accent of fuchsia is a rad color combo in this Goodmarvin clutch
6 These B.A.I.T. Footwear Darla wedges are just darling, aren’t they?
7 Now that I’ve warmed you up to fuchsia, you can wear this pretty draped dress from Lulu’s!

By the way, can you believe that March is almost already over?  Crazy how time flies with a newborn…!  This weekend we have plans to go to the zoo and a BBQ with old friends.  Hope the weather holds out for us!

P.S. Don’t forget to enter my READER APPRECIATION GIVEAWAY!  You can win a pair of Seychelles shoes, lucky ducks!

P.P.S. The winner of the Having a Hallelujah Good Time giveaway is Rachel K. of Ray Ray Designs!  Congrats!  Please email me at sandyalamode(at)gmail(dot)com with your mailing address and we’ll get the Tupperware sent out to ya! 

Have a wonderful weekend!