Tag: Thrifty shopping

Stitch Fix Me, Please!!

Stitch Fix included this cute styling card to give dress up and down the items! To see them in outfits!
I hope I love it, too! My stylist: Darien!
I hope I love it, too! My stylist: Darien!
I waited two long, excruciating days to open my first Stitch Fix so I could share this fun, new experience with some girlfriends!
I waited two long, excruciating days to open my first Stitch Fix so I could share this fun, new experience with some girlfriends!

Here are the basics:

What is Stitch Fix?
Stitch Fix is an online personal styling company for women!
1. You fill out your style profile online.
2. Your personal stylist sends you an assortment of items.
3. You try on at home and keep what you like and send back the rest!

What does it cost?
$20 styling fee.
If you buy anything the fee is removed! Plus, there are no shipping or return charges.

Keep the entire fix and get 25% off the total!!

I will use any excuse to have wine, good cheese, try new recipes, and laugh with the girls!

My first Stitch Fix was the perfect excuse to try some new recipes!! I made a garlic kale tomato white pizza, feta and onion mini fillos, and  asparagus and bacon quiche!
My first Stitch Fix was the perfect excuse to try some new recipes!! I made a garlic kale tomato white pizza, feta and onion mini fillos, and asparagus and bacon quiche!
And of course a spectacular cheese platter of Parmesan Reggiano and Parrano!
And of course a spectacular cheese platter of Parmesan Reggiano and Parrano!

I have never had a stylist or anyone for that matter choose clothing/accessories for me. I style myself. I love to shop, especially a great sale!
So my expectation for Stitch Fix is to have someone choose clothes for me that I would never pick for myself and wow me!! My goal is to keep the entire box and take 25%off!!

I couldn't wait to hear everyone's opinions of the online service, my Stitch Fix stylist's picks, and if the items worked for me!
I couldn’t wait to hear everyone’s opinions!!So I opened the box!

[caption id="attachment_1241" align="alignnone" width="243"]We couldn't believe the box was so small!! I am petite! And, it is 5 items and includes accessories! We couldn’t believe the box was so small!! 5 items including accessories!

 

Item #1
Kut From The Kloth
Marquis Striped French Terry Dolman Sweater

I have to admit I was totally bummed! A sweatshirt-y looking, big looking, jail looking striped top was NOT what I had in mind!!!
I have to admit I was totally bummed! A sweatshirt-y looking, big looking, jail looking striped top was NOT what I had in mind!!!

So I tried it on…

Super cute! I was totally surprised! I asked the girls "how much how much is it?" They decided not to tell me and make this more interesting. They asked me to make decisions to keep or send back with cost out of the equation! Ok, fun!
Super cute! I was totally surprised! I asked the girls “how much how much is it?” They decided not to tell me to make this more interesting. They asked me to make decisions to keep or send back with cost out of the equation! Ok, fun!

I put this top on the keep pile!

Item #2
Liverpool
Carolyn Colored Cuffed Denim Short

Pastel purple shorts? Oh, Darien... I only wear pastel purple at Easter.
Pastel purple shorts? Oh, Darien… I would only wear pastel purple at Easter, but I haven’t since the late 80’s.
Of course the girls loved the shorts! I couldn't get over the pastel purple.
Of course the girls loved the shorts! I couldn’t get over the pastel purple.

I put the purple shorts on the sending back pile.

Item #3
Collective Concepts
Esten Button-Up Sleeveless Blouse

Of course, I absolutely love it because I already own it!!
Of course, I absolutely love it because I already own it!!

So, I put the cute top I already own on the sending back pile.

Item #4
41Hawthorn
Ivy Tulip Print Tab Sleeve Blouse

Love this blouse! I love this style of blouse so much I have 5 more just like it!!
Love this blouse! I love this style of blouse so much I have 5 more just like it!!

I put the printed blouse on the keep pile because if it is inexpensive…I want it!

Item #5
Pomelo
Lydia Faceted Stones Long Necklace

Nope, nope, nope…no photo needed. Brassy yellow gold with big fake blue stones. I think my camera would have broken!

The Price Reveal:

My entire merchandise total is $240.00.
If I keep everything? $165.00

My keep pile?
$68 tulip printed blouse
$38 striped sweater

$106!! Just for those two items?
I didn’t LOVE them and LOVE the price so I sent the entire box back!!!
This experience cost me $20. It was so fun!

What we loved…

EVERYTHING FIT ME PERFECTLY!
This is bizarre, right?

Stitch Fix included this cute styling card to give dress up and down the items! To see them in outfits!
Stitch Fix included this cute styling card to give ideas to dress up and dress down the items! To see them in outfits!

What we hated…

The items didn’t go together. No outfits were created with these items.

The box is really only worth the money if you keep the whole fix and get the 25% off!

I hope you enjoyed sharing my first Stitch Fix experience with me! I will get another!! Darien figured me out! He sent me 2 items I already have in my closet!

I encourage you to totally try it! Why not? Worst case scenario is $20!
Here is the link:
Http://stitchfix.com/sign_up?reffer_id=3691311
Please share your experience, too!

The kids and I were shopping at H&M Saturday and look what I found for $17.95 What a coinkydink ; )
The kids and I were shopping at H&M Saturday and look what I found for $17.95 What a coinkydink ; )

Ciao!

This Stitch Fix post was entirely the opinions of ParmesanPrincess and friends! Stitch Fix did not reimburse me or give me any free clothes for writing about their company!

 

 

JBrand Jeans, Juicy Couture, Anthropologie, Splendid, Pier 1, Pottery Barn…Have You Experienced The Gabriel Brothers???

I said “Yes, I got it at The Gabriel Brothers? Have you ever been?” And everyone laughed, “Gabes?!” Once a degenerate, damaged item discount store, Gabes has transformed itself into a mecca for thrifty fashionistas!

From Spring clothing must haves to amazing home items, you can find some great pieces at this store! Trust me I am a princess and I can’t get enough! Rule #1- You must be in a shopping/hunting mood and have zero expectations. Rule #2- You must not let some of the “crazy I would never wear that” attitude distract you from the task at hand. Rule #3- If you don’t succeed, try try again! One day you hit the gold mine and the next time, totally nothing.

Let’s look at my latest hot Spring fashion buys!!! Great day!!

First look: Graphic wide leg pant paired with a racer back tank!

Anthropologie :

Anthropologie Tilted Wide Legs $118! This look was everywhere in Miami in March!
Photo Anthropologie Tilted Wide Legs $118! This look was everywhere in Miami in March!

This trend is huge THIS Spring!! So comfortable and effortless! BUT will it be around Next Spring???

Guess what I found at Gabes…

$12.99!! And I actually like this turquoise grey orange print better than the red/ navy!!
$12.99!! And I actually like this turquoise grey orange print better than the red/ navy!!

Next look: Casual, everyday tie front tunic dress or even swim cover up! Floral prints are in! Turquoise, coral, pastels are hot!

Anthropologie:

Anthropologie Serpentes Print Tunic $148! Great colors!
Anthropologie Serpentes Print Tunic $148! Great colors!

Guess what I found at Gabes…

$7.99!!! These colors pop!! Cute braided tie in front...I can wear it now with a brown legging and riding boots or flats and a cardigan!!
$7.99!!! These colors pop!! Cute braided tie in front…I can wear it now with a brown legging and riding boots or flats and a cardigan!!

Last look…Flirty, funky, floral minidress!

Anthropologie:

Anthropologie Rosewater Dress $148!! Cute and flirty- open back!
Anthropologie Rosewater Dress $148!! Cute and flirty- open back!

Guess what I found at Gabes…

$12.99!!! What???? I know , totally adorable!! Short and flirty and...
$12.99!!! What???? I know , totally adorable!! Short and flirty and…
Funky!!! The black crisscross strap detailing pops and adds and edge to this girl next door floral! I paired it will a strappy edgy open toed bootie!
Funky!!! The black crisscross strap detailing pops and adds and edge to this girl next door floral! I paired it will a strappy edgy open toed bootie!

Save your money for big classic items like a fabulous Louis Vuitton bag! Bargain shop the trends! You will be lucky to get one season out of them!

Check out The Gabriel Brothers! “Unbelievable”

Talk about trending, you can now follow Parmesan Princess on twitter @freshgratedparm!!

This post is dedicated to my #bargainbunnies #huntinghoneys #gabesgirlz #loyaltymemberloves #squeekycartsinners #Nikki #Kathy #XOXO

Ciao!!