Le Tote Review--October 2016

Happy fall, y'all! We're well into October in Pennsylvania, but it feels more like summer. It's been in the 80s the past couple of days. It's been so beautiful! The nice weather has also made me super lazy about wanting to get on the computer, but I have a bunch of cute things that I've received lately, so I need to get on the ball.

Below is my latest Le Tote box. I've been getting so many cute things from them lately. Some of the pieces I wouldn't have ordinarily tried, but since there's no risk, I thought I would take the chance.

Here's my box for October:

1. Olive + Oak Striped Midi Dress-$58

This dress was really cute and comfy, and I liked the midi length on it, but holy smokes, it was tight! There were no midday snacks allowed with this dress. It was not forgiving.

2. Maison Scotch Leopard Print Pullover Sweater--$32

3. Hazel Neoprene Midi Skirt--$37

Both this top and skirt were super cute. The top was more of a light sweater material with faux leather details. The skirt was a stretchy scuba material and was a really vibrant blue-purple color.

Here's another shot of the sweater and a better representation of the color of the skirt.

4. French Connection V Neck Seam Sweater--$96

 

This sweater was okay. I liked that it had a slouchy look to it, which makes it feel cozy for fall, but it was a smidge too short. Also, you can't see it in this photo, but there is a split (intentional) in the seam at the bottom hem. It was a bit odd, and drew a little too much attention to...ummm...the lower portion of the sweater. Also, this was the first piece that I received that seemed a bit worn. There was a little bit of pilling on the sweater, so I felt it wasn't worth to keep, especially for almost $100.

Overall, I was pleased with this tote, and I love always having new outfits to wear to work. If you're not familiar with Le Tote, here's how it works. You add clothing and accessories to your "closet." A stylist then picks out pieces for you from your closet choices. If you don't like what's been picked for you, you do have the ability to swap within 48 hours.

Le Tote has updated their options, so you now have 3 different types of totes you can choose. You can (1) pick 3 clothing items and 2 accessories; or (2) pick 4 clothing items and 0 accessories. You can switch between these options from tote to tote in your profile. The service costs $59/month, and you can get as many boxes as you can fit into one month. You can also purchase any of the items in your tote for a discounted price.

The third option is to pick 2 clothing items and 1 accessory (excluding scarves and handbags) for $39/month. The same rules apply that you can get as many boxes as you want in a month, and the charge is still only $39.

If you're interested in trying Le Tote, and you use my referral code, you'll get $25 off of your tote and I'll get $15 off.

Happy Shopping!

Le Tote Review + FREE totes--September 2016

I am woefully behind on my posts for the month. It seems like I have plans every weekend in September, and I can seem to catch up. Hopefully, I can get a few posts out this week so I'm back on track.

I received this Le Tote in the beginning of September, and it had some really great pieces in it. I've mentioned in previous posts that Le Tote is becoming my favorite subscription box service of late.

If you're not familiar with how Le Tote works, you pick clothing and accessories to add to your "closet." A stylist then picks 3 clothing items and 2 accessories to send to you, or you can add 4 clothing items and 0 accessories. This 4 pieces of clothing option is something new that they just added. You can switch between these options from tote to tote in your profile. If you don't like what's been picked for you, you do have the ability to swap within 48 hours. The service costs $59/month, and you can get as many boxes as you can fit into one month. You can also purchase any of the items in your tote for a discounted price.

Speaking of totes, I have 4 more free totes to giveaway. Just send me an email or Facebook message with your email address, and I'll send a tote your way.

My September tote:

1. AU Amanda Uprichard Off the Shoulder Blouse--$49

I must have been looking right into the sun in this photo. Yikes!

I have been on the hunt for the perfect off-the-shoulder-blouse, but there has always been something not quite right about them. Too tight, too loose, too short, too wrinkly. I still haven't found one that's just right. I loved the color of this blouse, and the elastic on the arms was actually great on this one. The sleeves actually stayed put. However, the material was a shiny polyester acetate fabric, and I wasn't a fan.

Verdict: Returned

 2. Uttam Butterfly Printed Wrap Dress--$41

 I loved this dress. It was so fun with the butterfly print all over it. I have another Uttam wrap dress that I got from Stitch Fix a while ago, and I wear it all the time. I really struggled with keeping this dress, but, in the end, I thought this dress is so unique that every time I wore it, people would say, "Didn't she just wear that butterfly dress last week?" So I decided to pass.

Verdict: Returned

3. Noir Luxe Floral Fringe Necklace--$9

 This was another cute piece that was fun to wear, but the fringes kept flipping around the necklace and getting tangled up, and it was a pain to keep untangling it.

Verdict: Returned

4. Kate Spade New York Palm Tree Pendant--$46

 I love me some Kate Spade, especially her whimsical jewelry pieces. I tried the palm tree earrings in a previous tote, so I thought I would give the necklace a try. It was cute, but a bit small. For $46, it wasn't for me.

Verdict: Returned

5. Willow & Clay Faux Leather Blazer--$53

My photography skills in this post are sorely lacking. I apologize for all of these crappy pictures.

I thought this blazer looked really cute in the photos on Le Tote, but I was really nervous to wear it, because I didn't want to give off a '70s leather blazer vibe. So far I've worn this to work 3 times, and I love it. It's a great staple; It's professional, yet edgy. I may look like I'm going to a Lynyrd Skynyrd concert in this, but I don't care. I love this piece!

Verdict: Kept

6. Jack Side Zip Moto Jacket--$68 (BONUS PIECE)

 There were so many pieces that I wanted to try in this tote that I paid an extra $9.99 to get an extra item. Moto jackets are so on-trend for fall, so I wanted to give this black one a try. It was super cute, but a little too short. Also, I have a brown faux leather moto jacket that I got on clearance at Target for $7, so I decided to send this one back.

Verdict: Returned

I was super happy with this tote, and it's awesome to have a constant stream of new clothes to wear to work, then just ship them back. No cleaning, and no fuss. If you'd like to give Le Tote a try, hit me up, and I'll send you along a free tote.

Happy Shopping!

Le Tote Review #2--August 2016

My Le Tote totes have been getting better and better each month. This is becoming one of my favorite subscription boxes lately. Their service has been great too. I actually received another 3 free totes to giveaway, which was in addition to the 3 I had a few weeks ago. So far, I've introduced Le Tote to 6 new fashionistas!

If you're not familiar with the service, you pick clothing and accessories to add to your "closet." A stylist then picks 3 clothing items and 2 accessories to send to you. If you don't like what's been picked for you, you do have the ability to swap within 48 hours. The service costs $59/month, and you can get as many boxes as you can fit into one month. You can also purchase any of the items in your tote for a discounted price. If you're interested in giving it a try, here's my referral link. If you use my referral, you'll get $25 off of your first month, and I'll get $15 off of my subscription too.

Here's what I got in my second August tote:

1. Nanette Lepore Printed Drawsting Tunic--$104

This was a fun, colorful summer piece. If I had this at the beach, I would consider wearing just as a dress, but it was too short for me to wear to work like that, so I paired it with my white Paige Denim jeans. The only drawback to this shirt was that it was really low cut, so I needed to add a cami underneath.

Verdict--Returned

2. Glamorous Side Strap Top--$27

Sorry for the soft focus of the photo. I took this on a foggy morning before work. :)

This was a well-constructed top, especially for the price. It actually looked and felt much more expensive than $27, so it was well worth the price. The only drawback for me was the color. This orange color isn't in my Dressing Your Truth style, so back it went.

Verdict--Returned

3. Octavia Salama Easy Dress--$64

This was another great summer piece. It was really cute and comfy, and I could see wearing this to the beach also. I just paired it with some sandals and wore it to work on a casual no-meeting day. It was nice to wear once, but I don't see myself reaching for this very often.

Verdict--Returned

4. Kate Spade New York Emoji Studs--$30

 These are so cute and fun! I love Kate Spade's whimsical designs, and these made me smile. They are a fun conversation starter. I've already worn these to work, and also with shorts to the grocery store too.

Verdict--Keep!

5. Vince Camuto Station Nail Bangle--$9

 Bracelets are tough for me, because they are usually too big on my wrist. I liked the edgy look of this with the nailheads, but it was just a bit too big. Plus I usually stick with silver jewelry.

Verdict--Returned

This was a cute tote, and like I mentioned, they just keep getting better and better. Although I only kept the earrings, I know I'll get a lot of wear out of them.

If you want to give Le Tote a try, here's my referral link. Happy shopping!

Le Tote Guest Post--August 2016

Today I'm featuring a guest post from my sister. She received one of the free totes that I gave away in my last Le Tote review, and she was gracious enough to blog about what she received. 

P.S. I still have one more free tote to give away, so if you're interested, shoot me an email at rockermomdiary@gmail.com or post in the comments below.

My sister's style is boho / feminine with a side of grunge, so if you're tired of seeing pieces that are my edgy / glam style, check out some of the other options that are available at Le Tote.

Okay...on to my sister's tote:

It took me over an hour to set up my Le Tote account simply because I liked so many things in every category. I felt the need to find and check every single item I liked, which in hind sight wasn’t at all necessary. Because they have a lot of inventory at the moment, Le Tote gave me the list of items that would be in my Tote with the option to change out any item for something else. I changed out all the items to my absolute favorites in each category. Off to a great start!

This is what I received:

1. BB DAKOTA Flannel Drape Jacket--$49

I love everything about the 90s…the music, the fashion, even the horrid maroon/brown lipstick. I couldn’t be more excited about plaid flannel and Doc Martins making a comeback. This jacket is the perfect mix of the grunge and boho styles that I love so much. The high button snap allows for a more structured look for casual Fridays at the office or the jacket can be left open for a looser fit. The raw fraying edges and too-long sleeves also add to the 90s feel of this piece.

As a side note, Rocker Mom’s daughter would certainly love the grunginess of this jacket too as we share a love of plaid flannel. (RM: that's true.)

Verdict: Definitely keeping it, and wearing it constantly this fall. 

2. FRENCH CONNECTION Cap Sleeve Dress--$115

This looks and feels like a very high quality dress, and it’s a great color for fall. The fabric is thick with a soft cotton-like texture and a little bit of stretch. Fit and flare (or skater) style dresses like this are so figure flattering, which is probably why I have so many. If the dress was on sale, I would likely buy it, but I can’t justify paying full price on this one...Plus it’s possible that I may have found it elsewhere on sale.

Verdict: Reluctantly sending back

3. KENSIE Winona Knit Tunic Dress--$39 (on sale)

I really love all the draping and cowl neck on this boho style tunic. I was happily surprised that it is long enough to be worn as a dress as well. This is a versatile piece that could be dressed up or down by wearing it with heels or boots. In the fall/winter, it would look cute with colored tights or leggings as well. My only complaint about this piece is that I wish it was a little more fitted under the bust. It may look better with a high waist belt. My fiancé believes that I am addicted to high waist belts, so please take that advice with a grain of salt. I’m showing you photos of both.

Verdict: Good price, versatility… it’s a keeper 

4. Summer & Sage LTD Leaf Wire Earrings--$16

My tote arrived yesterday, and I’m already wearing these earrings. They are lightweight and just the right length. They’re also perfect to wear with studs if you have multiple ear piercings. Since they are fashion earrings, the quality is a little flimsy, but overall I think the cuteness makes them worth the price.

Verdict: Already mine.

5. CLEMENT Silver Starfish Studs--$14

 

These are adorable and bear a slight resemblance to the Tiffany starfish studs which obviously come with a much higher price tag. These studs are tiny, which is exactly what I was looking for my multiple ear piercings. They also look cute as an only earring for non-dressy days. I’d love them even more if they were sterling silver, but it’s a good deal for the price.

Verdict: Keep. Too adorable to resist.

I purchased 4 out of 5 items in my very customized tote. If I had purchased the 5^th item, my next tote would be free. Sadly, I’ve realized that I could easily go bankrupt with such cute clothes and accessories showing up at my door every couple of weeks, so I’ve decided to cancel my Le Tote account for now.

Le Tote is definitely a fun way to update your wardrobe if you’re too busy to go shopping. I liked being able to choose all my items. I’m not sure that I would have liked Le Tote’s original selections for me quite as much. I think if pricing had been provided when I selected my items, I may have made some different choices, except for the flannel jacket of course. Overall, it was a good experience, and I gained some nice additions to my fall wardrobe. Thanks again Rocker Mom for the free tote!

If you’d like to try Le Tote, you can save $25 off your first month by using Rocker Mom’s referral link

Le Tote Review--August 2016 + FREE totes!

I just sent my July "beach" tote back, and BAM, another tote was in the mail before I had time to get the sand out of my suitcase. We're in a weird transition period here weather-wise between summer and fall, so this tote straddles those two seasons.

Also, I got an email from Le Tote, and they have given me 3 invitations to give away a FREE tote. It's a $59 value, so there's no harm in trying it out. If you'd like to try out Le Tote, send an email to rockermomdiary@gmail.com, and I'll send an invite your way.

If you're curious how Le Tote works. Here's the scoop: 

Pick clothing and accessories to add to your "closet." A stylist then picks 3 clothing items and 2 accessories to send to you. If you don't like what's been picked for you, you do have the ability to swap (I think it's 48 hours). The service costs $59/month, and you can get as many boxes as you can fit into one month. You can also purchase any of the items in your tote for a discounted price.

Okay...on to my August tote:

1. Ava Bright Flutter Sleeve Top--$11 (on sale)

2. Summer & Sage Mixed Stripe Pencil Skirt--$52

 These are two fun pieces that I could see being able to dress up or down. The skirt is a knit cotton material that is casual enough that I could pair with some sneakers to wear on the weekends. I could also see wearing this top to work, or with some shorts for a more casual look..

I paired this outfit with the shoes that I got from Lure in Wilmington, NC. If you're ever in Wilmington, stop in this store. I could have definitely done some damage in there. So many gorgeous things!

 

3. Cece Sportswear Swing Print Tank--$44

 This photo looks very similar to the last. Can you tell I like the color red? I paired this tank with the same skirt and shoes. These two pieces would look great together as well. This tank is a super comfy knit jersey stretchy material. I could see wearing this on a casual weekend.

3. Ava Violet Enamel Bracelet--$26

This bracelet is a vibrant blue with gold details. I'm more of a silver person, because I try to follow my Dressing Your Truth style (blog on that to come), but since blue is my birthstone color and it's so vibrant, I'm going to give this a try.

4.  Clement Galaxy Earrings--$9 (on sale)

That's quite a close-up of my face! Anyway, I thought these earrings would look cute with the bracelet, although they aren't technically made to match, they seem like they do. I like bigger earrings, so these seem to be right up my alley.

If you want to try out Le Tote, shoot me an email for one of my 3 free totes, or you can also try it via my referral link. If you use the referral, you'll get $25 off of your first month, and I'll earn $15 off of my subscription.

Happy shopping!

Le Tote Review--July 2016

I've been wanting to start a blog for quite some time, but never got up the motivation to start. Welp, today was the day that I decided I would sit down and start. I LOVE fashion and have a slight extreme addiction to subscription boxes. I've been sharing my box reveals on several social media and Pinterest pages, but thought I'd start consolidating them all in one place.

Although my blog design is still under construction, I just thought I'd jump in with my first subscription box review...Le Tote (<--includes referral link).

Le Tote Review

I've been doing Stitch Fix (referral link) for a while, but wanted to try something new too. Le Tote is a clothing rental service. Pick clothing and accessories to add to your "closet." A stylist then picks 3 clothing items and 2 accessories to send to you. If you don't like what's been picked for you, you do have the ability to swap (I think it's 24 or 48 hours). The service costs $59/month, and you can get as many boxes as you can fit into one month. This is my second box, and the time between the two was almost seamless. Once my first tote was scanned by the post office that it was on its way back, my new one was shipped. You can also purchase any of the items in your tote for a discounted price.

I'm going to the beach in a few weeks, so I was looking for beachy type pieces. Here's what I got:

1. Eight Sixty Palm Print Tank--$58

Eight Sixty tank | LOFT shorts | Camilla necklace

This is a cute tank, and will be great for the beach. It's well-made and flattering, and is lined, so it's not too see-through. I see myself not purchasing it though. I don't think I'd get enough wear out of it to justify keeping it.

2.  Philosophy Tropical Printed Shorts--$38

Philosophy shorts | Naked Zebra top  (from Golden Tote)

Gah! I have some white legs! It's definitely time to go to the beach. These shorts are also super cute. They are a fun, tropical print and have a pull-on elastic waist, and aren't tight on my thighs, which I hate. These will also be great for the beach, but living in Pennsylvania, I don't think I'll get much wear out of them to justify buying.

3. Octavia Ruffle Sleeve Blouse--$52

Octavia blouse | The Limited pants | BaubleBar necklace (no longer in stock)

I'm not a ruffle person, so I thought this was a low-risk way for me to give it a try. I do like this blouse, and it's something I'll most likely wear to work, but again, not something that I love enough to keep.

4. Camilla Floating Coral Necklace--$17 (on sale)

Camilla necklace

This necklace is going to be really cute for the beach! It has a fun, coral look to it, but still looks elegant. It's really lightweight, and for $17, I considered keeping it. But again, not too many options to wear coral in PA.

5. kate spade new york Palm Tree Studs--$38

kate spade studs

I could not get a good photo of these on my ears, so here they are in the holder. These are fun, little earrings and perfect for summer. I already have a pair of Kate Spade pineapple earrings, so I'll probably pass on these as well.

I've only done 2 totes, but so far, I've been pleased. I'll most likely take the majority of these pieces to the beach, then send them back. I think I'm still too new to the service to give it a full-detailed review, but I'll keep you posted.

Have you done Le Tote? If so, what are your thoughts.