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My experience of Stitch Fix

22 replies

DayDreamsOfMaria · 26/05/2023 05:58

I recently decided to give Stitch Fix a try, and I must say that I am not at all satisfied with the service they have provided.

Whilst I understand that the initial cost is just £10, which can be deducted if you decide to keep any of the clothing items they send, I am disappointed that they have sent me items that I had specifically stated I did not want. This has meant that right from the start, the £10 is essentially wasted.

One of the issues is that despite clearly mentioning my preference against receiving jeans, they have included a pair in the selection they sent me.

I had also specifically requested shoes or sandals with a heel of at least 2 inches, but they have sent me a pair of flat sandals instead. What frustrates me even more is that none of the items they initially emailed me for approval met my requirements, yet I was not given an opportunity to re-select. They simply sent whatever they pleased.

In every opportunity I had to click on items I liked on the website, I disliked every single sleeveless top they proposed. Yet they have sent me two of them.

I understand that there is an element of risk and surprise involved in a service like this, and I was open to that aspect. However, when a company fails to take into account your explicit requests and preferences, it raises questions about the purpose of using such a service in the first place.

Given my experience, I have decided not to continue using Stitch Fix and will not be investing any further money into their service. I feel if they're going to ignore what I say, then it's £10 down the drain, isn't it?

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cocksstrideintheevening · 26/05/2023 06:57

I love stich fix. Get a box every month or so. Usually keep a couple of things, sometimes the whole box

Acunningruse · 26/05/2023 07:02

I had this previously. I had ordered a box from them and kept everything. However on the second box they sent me some things I expressly said I didn't want (waterfall cardigans and jeans waaaay over budget) and also sent me items which were exactly the same as in the first box (think 2 mint geeen sweaters- why would I need these again 3 months later?!)Anyway I contacted them and they refunded the £10 fee.

Tygertiger · 26/05/2023 07:03

I had the same thing and they refunded the £10 when I complained.

Exasperatednow · 26/05/2023 07:04

Me too. Stopped it. Dh - same

LadyPoison · 26/05/2023 09:05

Same here. I got colours that I specifically said I didn’t want

They refunded the £10 when I complained. Looks like it’s a common occurrence.

I wish there was a decent version of these boxes as I need shaking out of a style rut.

Welshgal85 · 26/05/2023 09:08

I didn’t find them that good tbh. I got sent lots of polyester stuff despite saying I didn’t want it. Most of what I got felt cheap quality so I cancelled

Enko · 26/05/2023 09:32

Me too colours I specifically stated no to and shoes when I'd said no shoes. I did keep 2 cardigans and I like them but after 3 months I gave up and won't return.

MovingHoodie · 26/05/2023 11:17

I had 3 boxes with them. First one I loved, second, kept one item, third, kept one again but the quality was so bad it literally fell apart, so got a refund and haven't used them since.

Generally consensus with Stitch Fix and the like, is they're very hit and miss.

uglybettty · 26/05/2023 11:20

I tried it a couple of time a few years ago. Every time it completely missed the mark of what I said my 'style' was. The stuff I was sent was embarrassingly awful and ridiculously overpriced.

ScatteredShattered · 26/05/2023 12:32

I have had two boxes and have been really impressed for the most part, kept almost everything.

I’m curious how much of it is driven by a human stylist versus algorithms based on the quizzes, as it sounds from your experience that there was a lot of human error involved.

Hugasauras · 26/05/2023 12:35

I've used Lookiero, which I think is the same kind of thing. Tbh I've been really impressed. I used them for a wedding outfit, and they sent some things I would never have picked for myself and didn't think would look nice, but then tried them on and they were very flattering. I ended up buying the dress. Last box I requested some casual summer-wear and I kept every item bar one. And the stuff was reasonably priced, nothing was over £50.

Hugasauras · 26/05/2023 12:36

And my 'stylist' definitely listened as I wrote about my situation at the time (recently had a baby, wanted to disguise stomach, upper arms, etc.) and all the stuff sent fit the brief. I don't have a regular box but I plan to use whenever I want a bit of a wardrobe refresh.

Cyclingmummy1 · 26/05/2023 17:22

I had one box and aside from the jeans which I'd surgically said I didn't want, it was ok. I kept two things.

I might give them another try in a couple of months (I've got some credit) as the 'style for you' picks are pretty much spot on.

Cyclingmummy1 · 26/05/2023 17:26

Specifically even 😆

Crazycockapoop · 26/05/2023 17:32

I’ve only had 1 box so far. I’m really picky with clothes and didn’t expect to like any of it but thought I’d give it a go. When I got the preview, I rejected a couple of items and wasn’t all that convinced about what I had selected but I was shocked to find I actually really liked everything in the box when it arrived. I could happily have kept it all but it was expensive and there were a couple of things that I wasn’t sure I would wear much so I sent 2 things back. I think the items are a bit overpriced but other than that, I was really impressed.

Fallulah · 26/05/2023 17:41

My experience isn’t great either. I’ve had 8 or so boxes I think and from all that I’ve kept two jumpsuits and a blazer. They always send things you don’t want. I repeatedly asked them for tan coloured flats last year and they claimed not to be able to find any! I am plus size so I think they struggle with that too. The prices are really high!

I have had a couple of free boxes when they’ve really got it wrong but generally I don’t expect much!

HamBone · 26/05/2023 17:46

I’ve been using StitchFix for a while, get a box every two months. My experience has been mixed-some boxes have been amazing, others I’ve sent everything back.

I’ve found that I need to be v. specific in the comments, for example, I asked for some black trousers for work, they sent two pairs, which were great, and then kept sending a pair for months afterwards. How many pairs do I need?! I had to firmly say that I didn’t want another pair. Same with skinny jeans- they’re not in fashion right now and I don’t want a pair that you’ve got hanging around (because everyone’s returned them)!

But, I received some lovely dresses and tops that I’d never buy in -person as I don’t enjoy clothes shopping.

Moltenpink · 26/05/2023 17:53

Honestly I love them, I’ve bought 8 out of the last 10 items. It must depend on the stylist I guess. I like their own brands and I get items such as Hobbs & Mint Velvet too. I’ve had one box where I returned it all, but the other 4 were great.

Modaboutyou · 26/05/2023 18:41

Stitch fix is not a personal shopper. Your requests were far to specific ie heel height. I've been using stitch fix for years and whilst it can be a bit hit or miss overall it's great. It does take a few boxes to get your style.

Poormiddlechild · 26/05/2023 18:44

I get a box a month, it’s very hit and miss but I have had some nice things from them. They do send a lot of over priced polyester though!

Appalonia · 26/05/2023 18:50

I tried it a few times, there was nothing that i liked. When I left, I suggested they might get better results if they had a photo of the client. The suggestions were just too random and inappropriate for me. Tbf, I'm Autumn colouring and a busty Apple shape, so not v easy to dress anyway!

WildFlowerBees · 26/05/2023 19:06

Same issue, whoever my stylist was was clueless and obviously hadn't read anything from my questionnaire. Waste of £10

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