Nicely Noted | September 2015

COUPON CODE BELOW! 
Links to my previous Nicely Noted subscriptions:

May 2015
June 2015
July 2015
August 2015 

For those of you who don't know: 

"Nicely Noted is a stationery subscription service that delivers a curated collection of letterpress cards and stamps to your mailbox every month."

http://www.nicelynoted.com/

Nicely Noted helps people discover new designers and enjoy the convenience of having the perfect card on hand. You get to look forward to receiving a care package each month, and pass that joy along to the recipients of all of your letters!

Month-to-Month - $20

Annually- $220 (which gives you 1 month free)

It also makes a great gift! Nicely Noted has a gift option for you to purchase 2 months for $40, and up to a 12 month subscription to send to someone.

This is my 5th set of letter pressed cards and cute little stamps that I have received. I absolutely LOVE receiving this subscription each month! My favorite card this month is the birthday card because it is completely letter pressed and colorful on the front. Apparently the company that created this card is known for their challenging-to-print cards. Their hard work definitely shows in the detail of this card! The magnetic card made me laugh. Not entirely sure what it should be used for- significant others? It was nice to receive a thank you card this month. We always have something to be thankful for, am I right?! Each month usually includes a popular card (birthday, thank you, etc), 1 random card (ie, magnetic, celebration, etc) and 1 card with a pretty design that can be used for anything. This month was unique because it included a message on all 3 cards.

Each month they will send you 3 letter pressed cards and 3 cute stamps. All of them are blank inside to encourage your letter writing!

This month Nicely Noted started inserting a postcard with the letterpress companies information! I love that! I'm so intrigued my letterpress art and want to know more about these designers.

Wild Monster by Anemone Letterpress in Pasadena, CA

U Are Magnetic by Power & Lights Press in Silver City, NM

MERCI by Ink Meets Paper in North Carolina, SC

I highly recommend this to people who love sending random notes, cards, and letters. 

COUPON CODE:

 INVITE20_FOM

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Le Tote Review

Hi!

I'm bringing you another subscription service review! As you know I am a big fan of Stitch Fix and a former stylist so I LOVE fashion subscription boxes. I have heard of Le Tote for awhile and decided to finally give it a try.

Would you always like HAVING SOMETHING NEW TO WEAR?! If so, I have a referral code for $25 off your 1st Le Tote below!

Get 3 garments and 2 accessories delivered to your door - unlimited times each month.
Wear everything. Send it back. Receive your next set of options days later!

What is Le Tote?

Le Tote is a women’s fashion rental service offering UNLIMITED boutique style apparel and accessories. Available in the 48 contiguous United States.  Get 3 garments and 2 accessories delivered to your door - unlimited times each month.
Wear everything. Send it back. Receive your next set of options days later!

http://letote.com/

How It Works:

• $49 a month
• Each Tote contains 5 items (3 garments and 2 accessories)
• Garment choices: tops, pants, skirts, dresses, cardigans, jackets, sweaters, tunics 
• Accessory choices: purses, rings, bracelets, necklaces, earrings, scarves
• Fill out style profile
• Add your favorite items to "Your Closet" 
• You will receive an email with pictures of your styled tote and you'll have 24 hours to approve or restyle the entire tote yourself!
• Refer Friends and get $15 credit

My Tote:

Maison Scotch striped semi-sheet t-shirt from Le Tote | Price $44 (Retail $59)

Jeans Stitch Fix | Street Level Tote Stitch Fix | Sandals Modcloth | Necklace Stitch Fix

Of course, I liked a blue striped shirt. I LOVE BLUE! I did not keep this t-shirt because it was quite sheer and didn't seem worth the price, but I enjoyed renting it. 

 

Noir Tessa Color Block Tee from Le Tote | Price $44 (Retail $58)

Just Black Skinny Jean Stitch Fix | Sandals Modcloth | Necklace BaubleBar

I liked this edgy t-shirt and I was excited to finally wear my bauble bar necklace for the 1st time. However, I didn't like the fit of the t-shirt. It was too flowy for my taste so I did not purchase it.

Ava Paige Printed Dress from Le Tote

I don't have a picture of myself fin this dress because I never wore it. I tried it on and didn't love it. I probably could have styled it casually with sandals and a jean jacket, but overall I didn't like the fit and the print/colors made me feel about 8 years old. 

Sam Edelman The Albuquerque Stud Price $24 (Retail $30)

These earrings were very unique and fun. I am a fan of Sam Edelman in general. Sadly, these earrings were very large on my ears and quite heavy so I never did wear them. 

 

Clement Houndstooth Necklace Price $28 (Retail $36)

I had a co-worker help me model this necklace haha. Don't you love her purple pedicure?! I put this necklace in my tote thinking it would look nice with a royal blue dress I planned on wearing to a wedding. It didn't work with the drastic V neckline of the dress so I never wore it. It did get caught and tangled on itself often, so I was not interested in purchasing it. 

My Thoughts

I like that Le Tote gives you unlimited totes per month, but you really have to return your tote each week in order to make the $50/mo worth it. 

Le Tote comes across more professional and serious based off their brand identity. They are definitely geared towards working professional women who need an ever changing wardrobe for work and their every day life. Imagine a professional career-driven woman who works with high profile people who would look down upon seeing each other in the same exact outfit repeatedly. (I know...that sucks).

I love that Le Tote lets you see their actual products and gives you the opportunity to customize your tote. Sadly, this does take away the surprise element that Stitch Fix gives you. 

Oddly enough, I never received an actual TOTE in my boxes. I've watched Le Tote unboxings and those women always had tote bags in theirs. So what's the point of being called, Le Tote?

 I dislike that Le Tote makes you receive 2 accessories in every box. Stitch Fix lets you opt out of that so you will receive 5 clothing items instead.

Le Tote's necklace and earring inventory is pretty extensive, but their bags/purses inventory is extremely limited and not impressive. 

Le Tote does carry a lot of popular and recognizable brands that can be found at Anthropologie, Nordstrom, ShopBop, Lord & Taylor & more! They also make it very convenient by washing the clothes for you. So just throw your worn items in the bag and mail it back!

If you want to give it a try

CLICK HERE for $25 off YOUR 1ST LE TOTE!