Nadine West Review - First Try

So I had a feeling after the higher end items I received in my Stitch Fix when I got my Nadine West selections I would be underwhelmed. True story.
This was my first one from Nadine West so it was free shipping so I'm not out any money at this point.
I received 3 clothing items and 4 jewelry items.
First this rust color tee. It's soft and the color isn't bad. The length is good but they want $24.49 for it. Going to pass on it.

Next this green hoodie. Pretty basic and actually fit a little snug. Price tag $30.49(!) Another pass. 

The navy pants were super weird with wide bottoms and a tight waist. $21.49. Pass

 I actually like these earrings but they are pretty cheap and they want $14.99. I wouldn't pay more than $5 for them. Another pass.

 These are NOT my style at all. $9.99 - not a keeper.

 Another no - this necklace is $17.99. Looks cheap to me.

This bracelet is the only thing I'm considering keeping. It's $14.99. Since I'm not already out the shipping costs on this stuff I don't have to keep anything. Well you don't have to keep anything ever but I don't like to pay shipping for something and get nothing :) Still considering keeping it.

Overall Nadine West was very disappointing. I feel like some random items were just thrown in a bag and sent to me. The website seems to be a little generic and they stylist questions are definitely not as in-depth as Stitch Fix. I might keep my subscription for another month, so I can see what they send me once I put in my feedback.

Something New - Stitch Fix Review

I've had a few friends try Stitch Fix and it sounded amazing for my busy lifestyle. I used to love to shop. Still do - but by myself. Find me one mom who loves to shop with 4 kids in tow, all fighting and wandering through the aisles.

Anyway, my first Fix arrived this morning. I'm out a $20 styling fee at this point and if I don't like any of it and send it all back I lose that $20. Otherwise, that $20 comes off the price of one of the items I keep.

And sorry for not doing the whole, here's me in this shirt thing, I think pics of just the clothes are good enough :)
Upon opening the box the first thing I noticed were the jeans. Jeans and I are NOT friends. I mean, I love them but finding a pair that fit right and are the right length forget about it. So that was the first thing I tried on.
I  LOVE THEM. They fit perfectly. HOW!!?? What is this witchcraft my stylist practices.
I'm 99% sure I'm keeping these and only 1% of me thinks my frugalness will win out. They are $88. Yikes. Normally I would spend that on 3 pair of jeans. But only $68 when I consider taking the $20 styling fee off. No?

Next was this cute sweater. Super cute but the stripes made me look wider than I am so it's a no. It was $68 so that helped make my decision.

Next up was this lovely tank. I really like this but I'm not a huge fan of anything sleeveless. It was good quality and I love the color but it's another pass. Price tag $34.

I had high hopes for this because I love the color. But the front curved in toward the sides (if that makes sense) and I know it would bug me. I would've kept it if the front squared off.

Lastly, this little number is EXACTLY something I would pick up and love. It's is oh so comfy, gray, has pockets, ticks absolutely every box of something I would buy. Well except the price tag. I'm undecided on this one because of a couple of factors. I tried this because I really wanted to step out of my comfort zone and try new styles. But it's SOOOOOOOO soft. Price is $38. I think I'll keep it. Maybe. Probably. 

Overall I've very very pleased with my first Stitch Fix. I reallllllly wish the prices were lower. But at the same time I feel like you are getting what you pay for here and the quality seems excellent.
They also send a little card so you can put outfits together (which I need all the help I can get there).

I was hoping my Fix would include some shoes or jewelry but not this month.
I'll definitely keep my subscription for another month.
I also subscribed to Nadine West which is a less expensive monthly clothing subscription box. It should arrives this weekend so I'll review that one too to compare!

Oh and one more thing, if you keep everything in your Stitch Fix you get 25% off your total box. Total price for all the items I received minus the $20 styling fee is $179.50.

If anyone wants to try it out use this link and I'll get $25 off my next Fix - Referral