Stitch Fix Review – My Hacks to Improve Your First Fix

I’ve used all the “hacks” on my own, but ended up disappointed and empty handed. Reading the comments here, it’s sad to know that I’m not alone. What could be a great concept is a frustrating one.
I used to shop indie boutiques before the pandemic. Then getting spoiled by box services like Norstrom Trunk, Wantables, Daily Look, and yes, even Stitch Fix, it’s hard to go back to shopping in indie boutiques because you don’t have the luxury of seeing what goes with what you already have. (And you have the disservice of pushy boutique owners trying to make up for what they lost during the pandemic). So far, I’ve had the best luck with Amazon’s Prime Shopper. You only pay $4.99 for the “stylist” and you get to pick out several items from their picks, which assures you will like something. They seem to nail your style too, without asking too personal questions like your age. And yes, you’ll get Boho, edgy, grunge, and romantic. All the stuff that Stitch Fix proports to have (via photos on Facebook) but never sends. Or you can just shop yourself on their site, I guess, but it’s more of a hassle because then you’re purchasing FIRST, which defeats the purpose.
All that said, Stitch Fix is a “no” for me.
I’m happy to read some of the former stylists from Stitch Fix are coming forward and saying when it doesn’t work. That’s super honest of them and I appreciate it.

I was a stylist for Stitch Fix and would agree with the other person who was a stylist. The inventory is atrocious, especially after COVID because everyone started shopping from home and completely depleted the inventory and they didn’t (or weren’t able to) replenish for summer items, so we were stuck with extremely limited pieces in all categories (fabric, occasion, pattern, season, etc). They also don’t seem to carry any boho, grunge, edgy, etc pieces, so if anyone asked for those styles, we only had floral girly stuff to choose from and they’d end up getting pissed off. I always wanted to say flat out in my notes that we don’t carry those types of pieces, but I couldn’t. The system uses data to guess which pieces they think would be best for a client and we could only see those pieces instead of everything available even though I knew they’d hate the suggested pieces. I really liked seeing peoples Pinterest boards and such for reference, but sometimes we had nothing that looked even similar to what they had on there. Also, sometimes we had to send stuff that we knew the customer wouldn’t like just to keep our scores up so that we wouldn’t get in trouble/fired. Pricing was another issue. So many people wanted amazing quality clothes for Old Navy prices. We rarely had what we called “low price point” pieces which are items below $50. I enjoyed when people liked their Fixes, but it became too frustrating. Especially since so many women were really nasty in their feedback making super rude and mean comments. Feedback was super helpful, especially when it was detailed stating why they didn’t like a piece, but people rarely took the time to leave any feedback and then expected us to magically know why they hated a piece. It’s a good idea in theory, but overall super frustrating for most people on either side.

I had Stitch Fix for about 6 months. Out of all the boxes, the only things I bought were some booties, sweater, long sleeve shirt, necklace, skirt, and pants. I utilized their shop to get a 2nd pair of pants of a different color. So, I suppose the statistics show that they had at least one thing per order I liked.

I had 3 “stylists” and I am almost certain they didn’t look at my board or listen to my input. I remember I specifically said I really didn’t like a top they sent and gave it poor ratings. I received the same top in a different color in my next box.

I really feel that this subscription box is best for very adventurous people who like a surprise with as little input as possible. The items I bought reflected their value but I can say there were many items that were terrible quality for the price.

Overall I’d give it a 5.5/10

There are NO hacks to getting a great first or subsequent Fix. I worked as a stylist for the company for several years and their inventory is atrocious, cheap quality, and not worth the money you’ll spend. You’re better off buying elsewhere. Please trust me when I say this. The company uses an algorithm and places percentages based on the info given in the client’s Style Profile, which means that stylists are NOT styling you specifically or in a personalized manner. A computer is doing that for the stylist. The clothing is actually in a warehouse where someone will pick out what the stylist submitted based on the algorithm. The company touts this method as accurate. This is why your friend may get something awesome and you’ll specifically request it and then tell you they don’t have it.
The inventory is cycled over and over every year. Nothing changes. The stylist has no time to review your profile or Pinterest so you’re really wasting your time telling them what you want. It isn’t the stylist fault but the company’s failure to provide inventory for them then add on stringent rules on The stylist Sutherland what they can send to the client even though the stylist knows you’d love it or hate it. Stitch Fix management will tell them differently. Each piece is usually $50 each, very unlikely you’ll get anything within your price point as that also determines what is available in inventory (which is pretty sad!).

If you want to get a clearer picture, just read the employee reviews regarding inventory on Glassdoor. Hope this helps!

Very disappointed with my newest fix, and was with the previous as well. The concept is great, and they’ve sent me a couple of lovely things in the past, but the last 2 boxes it just seems as if they haven’t read my instructions or my profile. Very disappointing when you are looking forward to it. I am looking for some alternatives to try, to see if they can do a better job. I do like the concept – very nice to have clothes arrive and have someone help you with choosing them!

I tried Stitch fix several months ago (before this Corona) by filling out the online “styling” form and was unimpressed with the results. Most of the questionnaire totally did not align with my preferences, such as a nice blouse that I checked off, in which they somehow “matched” with a denim jacket, that did not compliment. Alongside me choosing the more Casual yet Classy, in which it kept matching me (or assuming) outfit pieces I considered absolutely hideous together, like denim and leather. I don’t wear leather, and most definitely do not wear spike heels. So, it’s a “no” for me.

Every fix I’ve ever received if I ask for something specific (especially from the daily 👍🏻👎🏻 Style profile tool) I get the exact opposite from what I wanted. I will describe the item and the day I did the like/not like even tell them what category it was in and still it’s absolutely useless as a tool to get a better idea of someone’s style but it’s a fun game to play if you’re bored. I will say this about stitch fix though they will price match anything that you receive in your fix if you find it online somewhere else cheaper (if course shopping apps like Poshmark don’t count must be an actual retail store) I just recently received the cutest Kate Spade bag but I couldn’t justify paying $235 (I think might have been closer to $250) for a bag I can barely fit keys my phone and lipgloss in (ok I can fit a few more things but it’s tiny) and Nordstrom rack had it for $109 plus an additional discount something like 30% so it came out to roughly $65-80 for the bag and it has the chain and leather strap for comfort. It’s the perfect night out bag plus the quilted leather always makes a bag look rich and high quality. So I just decided I’d try by emailing them about the price matching because I had the bag already how stupid is it to send it back to order from some other store then lose the discount for buying everything. All I had to do was send a screenshot of the bag (in stock) with the price listed as the sale price and they gave me the difference in credit so checking out it looks like you’re paying full price then the discount of the credit comes off and doesn’t effect your total discount for buying the entire fix. Also they sent a pair of high end jeans in a color I had but requested if they had any other colors and they swapped out colors (advice for the higher end items shop around sites like 6pm before spending $250+ on jeans I actually got them for $24 but that site is not a price matching site because it’s a discount site.
Last thing if ur new to stitch fix especially at the end of the year they will send out last season items such as my Kate Spade bag full price so you really have to check the internet for items that are not specific to them for sales and when the items were released. My adorable little bag was a spring 2019 release and my fix was last month don’t overpay because of that 20% it seems Enticing but even at 20% off I would’ve overpaid by over $200 with that flicks not counting the jeans then it would’ve been over $450. Just a few tips to save your money it’s a weird service it seems like 1st year fashion students are the stylists and it takes forever to get one that is actually what you want. Other services like daily look are way better with getting to know your taste and what you want but expect that box to be somewhere around $2,000 with the discount so you either have to wait to pay for perfection and a personal stylist that will text you through the entire process or hit and miss with stitch fix. One day I will get the items I tell them they have and I liked and want just not sure it’s going to be anytime soon….

Hi Liz! I absolutely loved this review, thank you so much for giving an update since you haven’t posted about them in awhile. I used to be the biggest advocate of StitchFix, but because prices were seemingly high for the merchandise that I received I looked elsewhere. I started researching for similar services and found, Fashom, which is exactly like StitchFix but cheaper and more personalized. I know how tough it can be finding a great personalized service so I figured I’d pass along the information! 🙂

How do you use Pinterest with stitch fix?

I recieved my first stitch fix box and I wasn’t wowed by anything. Felt like it was a Fall box. It’s the end of May and I recieved a mustard cardigan, flannel, 2 pairs of Jean’s and a tank. It was just disappointing. And yes, the items seem expensive. The tank is $48, I would never spend that much on a tank.

I have not ordered Stitch Fix yet but I really hate shopping and end up buying clothes I like and think will fit. I think it would be much more convenient to mail back what I want and not have tp return them to the store.

I receive my 8th box today. I’m so incredibly disappointed. Everything was wrong I stated that I don’t like shorts because of a scar on my leg. I got a pukey color bag. I hate red and I said that I also don’t like any colors of red. They sent me the most grotesque red sweater last fall. I’m just done with them. I’m tired of spending $200 and just getting nothing that I like. I’ve only gotten two good boxes out of the eight total that I had come to my house. And the thing that sucks is that you should get that $20 credit if in fact none of it fits you right and you don’t like any of it. I just don’t think that’s right charging me $20 for something that I dislike. Especially if you don’t pick anything in the box.

I love Stitch Fix! I’m a bigger girl and they almost always nail it. There’s no way I’d have this kind of success rate looking for clothes on my own.

I have never tried stick fix before…………………… I need fashion help sad to say

I haven’t personally used it much but one of my girlfriend’s and I both regularly keep items sent from her account and I just pay her for them! Just decided to create my own account!

Never tried Stitch Fix yet but really need some updated outfits my closet is full of tee shirts and jeans

I’ve purchased a jacket and 3 shirts/blouses from my first two fixes. Still kicking myself over a denim jacket.

Yes I ordered when I gained weight first trimester but didn’t need Maternity clothes yet! It got me through first few months with no need to shop

I’ve loved two particular brands: Lucky and Kut Above! Very flattering!

I haven’t tried StitchFix yet, but I’d like to!

I would love this especially for fall! Its so hard to find jeans and cute pants so I bet this would be a huge help.

I like them so far I’ve had three fixes. It’s super convenient not to have to go shopping for new seasonal things

I’ve never tried Stitch Fix, but it seems like such a neat idea! I’d be excited to see items that I might like, but might not necessarily notice in a store.

I’ve never used sitch fix as I am a bargain shopper so usually must find my clothes on sale for me to buy them! Would love to splurge sometime and get them customized to my measurements and style via a stylist as that could help my style game haha.

I have been using Stitch Fix since 2013. It’s been hit or miss over the years, but many of my favorite clothing items are from them!