My First Fix

Y’all, I’m terrible at shopping. While I care deeply about fair fashion, my shopping trips involve hours of searching followed by indecision and inaction. When I started hearing about personal styling service Stitch Fix, I wondered if I had found an easier way to round out my closet.

I knew that Stitch Fix carried several made-in-the-USA brands like Kut from the Kloth and LA Made. When I emailed Stitch Fix customer service to see if I could get a box with only made-in-the-USA or sweatshop-free/fair trade items, they said they couldn’t guarantee it.

Sad face.

So I resolved to do some shopping at local stores to find the basics I need for this season.

And then. And THEN. My entire family got sick. For a week and a half, I couldn’t leave the house except for doctors appointments and Gatorade restocks. My dream of shopping local stores to replace my worn clothes faded.

I realized — I needed Stitch Fix.

I took a gamble, placed the order, and asked my stylist to please send me only ethically-made/made-in-the-USA pieces.

My first box arrived while I was stuck at home due to an ice storm, and it was filled with American-made clothing picked for me by my Stitch Fix stylist.

Here’s my first fix:

Corinna Striped Dolman Top — Market & Spruce
Savannah Dolman Top — Laila Jayde
Swansea Drape Cardigan — Laila Jayde
Connely Skinny Jean — Just Black
Evie Draw String Funnel Neck Sweatshirt — Loveappella

I don’t think I am going to keep anything from this first fix. I’m super picky about what goes into my closet, and I’m looking for a more tailored look in general. I really like the length of the jeans, but the rise is a bit too low for my post-pregnancy tummy.

I do plan to try Stitch Fix again soon. The stylists learn clients’ preferences from the feedback on each box, and I’ve learned a few ways in which I need to be more specific when requesting boxes. A $20 styling fee is charged for each box — it’s applied to any purchases made — but I have some referral credit that makes my next box FREE!

I’m not sure Stitch Fix is going to be my regular way of stocking my closet. I love supporting fair trade and transparency-focused businesses, and of course many US-made brands don’t fit the bill; I also miss the thrill of finding a well-made piece at bargain. But for those times when my wardrobe is showing major wear and tear and I just can’t seem to make it out of the house, Stitch Fix seems like a fun, convenient way to do some shopping.

Have you tried Stitch Fix? Is it a good fit for your closet? I’d love to hear your experiences and thoughts!

P.S. — If you decide to try Stitch Fix and you use my link, I’ll receive referral credit. If you aren’t into referral links, feel free to sign up on StitchFix.com.