Fabletics/Calaka Wear Review November 2015

Introduction

What is Fabletics?

Fabletics is an athletic wear subscription box that offers a variety of athletic outfits and items.  As a VIP member, you receive discounts on athletic wear items.  You can purchase items from the boutique or purchase entire outfits at a discounted price.  Prices for outfits start at $49.95.  However, for your first outfit you get 50% off.

To learn more click here.

What is Calaka Wear?

Calaka Wear is a new online clothing store recently established this year (2015).  Below is a quote taken directly from their website:

"Our Mission is to be a street wear brand representing the indigenous culture of North America that can help inspire the people & create meaningful designs that we connect with. Our aesthetic is modern but our inspiration goes back to our cultural symbols & teachings. We want to create, inspire, educate & give back - and to achieve this we will invest from our circles outward, take advantage of todays technology to share information, collaborate with other great Indigenous Brands + Organizations, and lastly, open a path for others to dream big & create."

Although it is not a subscription box, i decided to include it in my review since I loved the quality of their products so much.  Not to mention, I can personally relate to the culture that this clothing line represents. 

Fabletics/Calaka Review - November 2015

Fabletics

Hi everyone! I've been MIA and missed posting about a few new subscriptions.  However, I'm here today to talk about my latest Fabletics outfit, the Shawnee Peak! This outfit normally retails for $174.85, but with Fabletics VIP membership this outfit costs $89.95.  I took advantage of their Black Friday sales and got this outfit for an additional 30% off ($62.97).  This outfit includes the Salar Legging ($64.95/VIP $39.95). These leggings are super warm, solid colored (not see through), and perfect for cold weather.  As well, there was the Psyllos Sweater ($69.95/VIP $49.95) and the Snapdragon Reversible Bra ($39.95VIP $29.95).  I selected the sweater and leggings in black and the snapdragon bra in arctic print/black. 

As well, I took advantage of the Black Friday sales to get two Kemi Bras ($29.95/VIP $19.99) and the Miramar shorts in black ($29.95/VIP $19.99).  I had bought an outfit earlier in the year that had the Miramar shorts in emerald/cucumber and loved it so much.  They are super soft and perfect for working out indoors or during the summer time.  I got the Kemi bra in cobalt/white stripe and purple iris/white stripe.  With Black Friday sales, I saved an additional $31.91.

Calaka Wear

I also took advantage of Black Friday and got myself a new pair of joggers to wear over my new Miramar shorts. The Xomulzen Jogger ($38) from Calaka Wear fit my needs perfectly! These pants are fleece lined and very high quality.  I would expect a jogger of this quality to cost anywhere from $50-$70 from other places like Victoria's Secret or Gap.  While I was at it, I got the Calaka Snapback in Gray/Black - it just was calling my name.

Xomulzen Jogger

Calaka Snapback in Gray/Black 

How it Looked on Me

The Shawnee Peak outfit

The Kemi bra in cobalt/white stripes

The Miramar shorts in black

The Kemi bra and Miramar shorts paired with Calaka sweats and cap

Verdict

Once again, sizing with Fabletics was spot on. I'm an M (size 8-10) and size 8 was a perfect fit. The price on this outfit was a steal (thank you Black Friday sales!). The entire Shawnee Peak outfit ended up costing as much as the sweater would have.  Not to mention the leggings really are high quality, dark black, and not see through.  Like all other sports bras I've gotten from Fabletics in the past, these sport bras are not supportive and would likely be best for yoga or walking.  However, they are super cute and may be better suited for smaller chested women.  I've recently taken an interest in doing yoga, so they fit my needs.  In total, I only spent $98.86 with Black Friday sales for about $150 worth of merchandise.

With the gear from Calaka Wear, I was very pleased with the jogger and cap.  As I mentioned before, these joggers are a steal at $38.  They are extremely high quality and would easily cost $70 at Victoria's Secret.  The clothes at this shop is unisex and I have already bought some other gear to gift to others.  I also have my eye on the very cute beanie with Calaka logo. 

My Referral code

If you liked this blog post and are thinking about taking a look at Fabletics, please use my referral code.  As well, you can get your first outfit for $25!

Fabletics: http://www.fabletics.com/invite/50126074/

Calaka Wear: http://calakawear.com/

Be sure to follow Calaka Wear on Facebook for updates, like this limited time code for 30% off.  At checkout type the code "calaka30".

Fabletics Review July 2014

Introduction - What is Fabletics?

Fabletics is an athletic wear subscription box that offers a variety of athletic outfits and items.  As a VIP member, you receive discounts on athletic wear items.  You can purchase items from the boutique or purchase entire outfits at a discounted price.  Prices for outfits start at $49.95.  However, for your first outfit you get 50% off.

To learn more click here. 

Fabletics Review - July 2014

Hi everyone! I'm so excited to share with you my second Fabletics outfit, the Brazil! After reaching some of my fitness goals, I decided I'd earned a new cute workout outfit. The Brazil outfit normally retails for $84.85, but with Fabletics VIP membership I got this outfit for $59.95. This outfit includes the cute Gariota Capri legging ($39.95). These leggings have two lines of see through mesh on each leg. As well, there was the Embra Tank ($24.95) and the Sevan Sports Bra ($19.95). 

Side note: I was surprised to receive this outfit two postal days earlier than my notification stated. It arrived the same day as my Golden Tote. Talk about an awesome Friday!

Originally, I had opted to skip July by the 5th day deadline. However, after receiving an email featuring this outfit I couldn't resist! I have to say this outfit is even more comfortable than my first outfit I purchased and so cute! I have plans to also wear the leggings under some of my Golden Tote dresses.

How it Looked on Me

Front view of the outfit, next to my Kettlebell for my morning workout

Back view, as you can see there is an open back design that is absolutely gorgeous.

Also, below is a view of the Mesh detailing on the leggings.

 

To be honest these leggings are the most comfortable I've ever worn! They are a perfect fit and had the perfect amount of stretch during my morning workout. The label describes these capri leggings as: smooth, Chafe-Resistant Design; convenient Hidden Pocket; Moisture Wicking, Four-Way Stretch; mesh panels keep you cool. 

As for the tank top and sports bra, I loved the them. They are soft and cool (perfect for California weather). However, I do have to comment that if you have a larger cup size, the sports bra does not offer entire support. It is more of a soft bra (so perfect for my Kettlebell and body weight exercises). I will likely avoid running in this sports bra since I prefer a little more support.

Here's how the outfit held up while I did my morning swings (still working on my form, but much better than when I first started Kettlebells):

Verdict

This is my favorite workout outfit. I love it even more than the last Fabletics outfit I got. These outfits are a huge motivation to keep up with my workouts and to become healthy. Once again, sizing was spot on. I'm an M (size 8-10) and size 8 was a perfect fit. The price on this outfit was a steal. Good athletic wear can cost at least $25 per article of clothing. Leggings as cute as these would cost even more!

My Referral code

If you liked this blog post and are thinking about taking a look at Fabletics, please use my referral code.  As well, you can get your first outfit for $25! 

Fabletics: http://www.fabletics.com/invite/50126074/

Fabletics Review - May 2014

Introduction - What is Fabletics?

Fabletics is an athletic wear subscription box that offers a variety of athletic outfits and items.  As a VIP member, you receive discounts on athletic wear items.  You can purchase items from the boutique or purchase entire outfits at a discounted price.  Prices for outfits start at $49.95.  However, for your first outfit you get 50% off.

To learn more click here. 

Fabletics Review - May

Health and fitness are two of my greatest passions (along with chocolate and food!).  So athletic wear is very important to me since I wear it 24/7 when I'm home.  This is both my first review and first outfit from Fabletics, so I'm very excited to share with you my experience.  

For my first outfit, I ordered the Dessus outfit.  This charming outfit comes with a beautiful tanktop with a built-in bra ($24.48), salar capri ($17.48), and switch back teen ($27.99). All of these items come in a variety of colors; however, I chose to stick with the colors in the outfit picture.  With the 50% off promo I got this entire outfit for $27.12 (normally retails for $99.85, or $69.95 with VIP membership). 

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How it Looked on Me

Front view with all 3 pieces - The white top was a little big because I sized up to a Large (Medium was sold out)
I've been using it more as a cover up for after a work out than wearing it during a workout.

The pack of the white pull over shows the beautiful detailing in the back

Tank and capri only

Back view of tank and capri only

Verdict

I love this outfit -- I've already worked out in it today!  The material is so soft and feels like high quality athletic wear. Moreover, the sizing was spot on, meaning no exchanges or returns for me (yay!). I can't wait to wear this outfit to my next workout session with my boyfriend.  Athletic wear can be quite expensive and I feel that with this subscription you get your moneys worth.  Especially since your first outfit is 50% off! 

My Referral code

If you liked this blog post and are thinking about taking a look at Fabletics, please use my referral code.  As well, get 50% off your first outfit!

Fabletics: http://www.fabletics.com/invite/50126074/