UPDATE JANUARY 15, 2013
I recently received an update from pv.body that they will be starting their own line of activewear called Ellie. Ellie will be offered on a subscription basis like pv.body. Starting February 1, 2013, current pv.body subscribers will receive Ellie items in their subscription boxes.
The review that I wrote below on December 18, 2012 accurately reflects my experience with pv.body at the time and I support the idea that pv.body was originally founded on. I have not had the opportunity to see or review Ellie items yet but wanted to make sure that those of you considering pv.body were alerted that the business model has changed. I have also learned that some customers have not had great experiences with pv.body, mainly customer service and fulfillment issues. In addition, SarahFit.com revealed some other major business issues (read the comments).
Until I have had a chance to experience the new line of clothing, I cannot provide an accurate assessment of the company and its services. I will always provide my honest opinion whenever I review any product or service on this blog and I’m extremely picky about companies that I work with. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns about this or any other review on this site.
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I have a lot of workout clothes. They’ve become part of my everyday wardrobe, and I don’t mean just when I’m working out. I tried to address this slight addiction by seeking professional help from Stacy London protégées at Style for Hire.
But I keep coming back to the workout clothes.
I think in part it is because workout clothes act as my armor – my superhero cape if you will. I feel confident and strong when I put on a fitted tank, leggings and bright colored sneakers, and I’m not afraid to show my strength.
The only problem is that my workout clothes addiction can be expensive. That’s why I was so excited to meet some of the great folks at Fitbloggin who are trying to get quality workout apparel our hands for a fair price.
When you sign up with pv.body, you take a style quiz based on your style preferences and workout activities. pv.body then puts together a customized package for you each month consisting of one workout top and one workout bottom all for $49.95 a month (or $39.96 for your first month with my discount)
Who doesn’t love receiving mail and getting new clothes! Want to see what I got?
Pros
- Opportunity to branch out and try new styles and new-to-me brands that I might otherwise overlook in the stores.
- No commitment. Cancel or pause your subscription at any time, even after only one month.
- Easy exchanges. In my package, I received a top that didn’t fit me very well. I contacted pv.body and they sent me two new tops to choose from!
- Good value. When premium leggings and tops can easily run over $50, this is a great value.
Cons
- Right now, pv.body only carries sizes XS – L. They are working with manufacturers to carry larger sizes.
- pv.body is currently only available in the U.S.
Use this link to get 20% off your first month with pv.body!
Do you have a workout clothes problem like me? If you try pv.body, I’d love to hear what you received! Send me pictures!
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{Disclosure: I received one outfit from pv.body to review and all opinions are my own. Some of the links in this post are affiliate links where I earn a small commission for purchases made.}
EVERYONE has been talking about PV lately, it’s crazy!!!! I sorta have looked at their site but while I am a work out clothing wh**e… I am most specifically a wh**e for Lululemon, and Lululelmon ONLY! ah ha ha! And I know they don’t JUST sell Lulu! Plus I have SOOOO many work out clothes in my closet, I am not sure I need them to send me even more each month. My friends, manager, agent, etc are all trying to get me into “REAL” clothes, so they’d be PISSED if I signed up too! LOL!!!!
That being said, I am glad you’re LOVING IT!!!
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Well rats, but I could only vote for you once. What did you think of Fitbloggin’? My sis and I are attending next year. Hope you are too!
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Aww, thanks for trying to vote again. I really enjoyed Fitbloggin. I got to meet so many incredible people and the sessions were good. I haven’t decided yet what my plans are for 2013 but would love to be there in Portland!
You look so cute! I love your PV.Body and I love your outfit!
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the more I see these posts the MORE EXCITED I GIT for my next package!!!
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This sounds perfect!! I totally agree with you that when I have my workout stuff on I feel much stronger! It’s funny because I’ll walk around in tight running stuff but put me in tight regular clothes and I squirm!
I’ve got a slight addiction to workout clothes. I spend 99% of my time in it so I feel a little bit more justified in my “need.” Haha! P.V. Body sounds awesome!
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That top is just gorgeous!!
yay for vlogging! i love pv body. they are genius i tell ya, genius!
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Cute top! I love how subtle the pattern is – I like to keep it simple in the gym.
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table recently posted..No Excuses NOT to Work It out
I just got my first pv.body delivery and LOVE it. I got the same top as you but in a different color. Also, how could you not love a pink package?
I think they are on to such a great concept here! Love your choices so far. And I agree–workout clothes have kind of snuck into my day-to-day wardrobe as well. It’s great that clothing designers recognize this trend!
misszippy recently posted..Holly jolly weekend of running
Wow!!! This looks like a phenomenal service. I’m definitely going to give it a try!
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Let me know if you do! I’d love to see what you get.
Very cool. I’ve been seeing the recent reviews and they all seem positive. My workout gear is mostly running gear now. It used to all be about what I would wear to the gym though.
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Love the Vlog, you look super cute! Seems like such a cool concept!
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I have a BAD workout clothes addiction. You should see my collection of running skirts. Oh it’s bad! But I can’t stop!
Christine, you are seriously too cute! And that top is gorg. I signed up but then changed my mind and now everyone is making me want to sign up again, agh! Darn you people
maybe when the budget allows ill sign back up. For now I love finding things on sale, it’s like an adventure haha!
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haha. Thanks Maria. Finding things on sale IS an adventure.
I think this program is so cool!!! I wish they were in Canada. I am counting the days til they expand North!
And you video is adorable!!
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I love the outfit you got! It seems like a really great concept, alas I’ve been waiting 4 weeks and counting for my package. They’ve got some kinks to work out.
Oh no! I’m sorry
I’ve heard from a couple of other people that it’s taking a little while to get their stuff. I think that they are a small company and have gotten a lot of attention in a short amount of time. Definitely kinks to work out for sure as they get a better handle on things.
Alas, it is so impractical for Canadians… but fun idea for sure.
If you see me at Back to Nature, just walk on by or pretend I look really put together and not wearing my workout clothes.
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It is an awesome program and the clothes are such great quality too. So cute!
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Thanks for sharing! I’ve been getting spammed by them in my email but had only vaguely heard one mention that someone wasn’t happy with it. Now I’ve seen more people coming out and being happy with it. I might have to give it a try. I know they’ve been offering some specials to sign up lately. It makes me wish I’d jumped at the chance when they were offering the $25 lululemon gift card!
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Thanks Meghan. I’m happy to answer any questions you might have about pv.body. Definitely feel free to ask!
Loved the outfit I got from pvBody, too! I love your vlog- great job. Reminded me that I should probably get one in again soon…
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Thanks for this great video review Christine! I’ve been reading all the PV body reviews I can to see what types of clothing people are getting. I love that you included the brand names of the pieces you received; most reviewers aren’t providing this and I like to know what I’m wearing!
Color and fit are great on you and don’t you be trash-talking that great post-baby belly!
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I wasn’t sure if the clothes were going to have brands and labels attached and I was kind of surprised. I guess I was just expecting a direct from manufacturer label-less top and bottom. It only makes sense to include the brand names, no?
Pv.body sounds great, and if it was available to us in the UK, I’d sign up! A great alternative to Lululemon (which I’ve resolved to avoid completely because I refuse to pay that much for workout clothes), and a great opportunity to see what else it out there.
Danielle recently posted..My first DNS, injury update and I’m not alone
I have such a work out clothes obsession – I really want to join but I just don’t need any more stuff!! I’m at the point where I keep finding clothes that I forget I have. Eeep.
Carly D. @ CarlyBananas recently posted..Tuesday Thoughts
I am SO intrigued by this. But also fear it will feed my already huge addiction (a) and won’t match up to my lululemon addiction (b). What are the clothes like?
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The clothes are good – basically sent me American Apparel leggings and a top from a small brand (Colosseum) but for a cheaper price. I think they can do it that way because they have direct deals with the manufacturers. They are brand new and not defective products.
Lulu is one of the brands that they are working with…You know I have a pretty bad lulu addiction too but I like being able to 1) try some new stuff and 2) not pay as much
And no obligation to commit to more than a month. Not trying to hard sell but honestly the things that I like about it.
Totally happy to answer any other questions.
I love that outfit! It (and you) are so darling. I also love the idea of PV Body, though after two days full of Christmas shopping I am not feeling like spending any more money at the moment, even for a good deal. I will revisit, though. (hmmm, maybe I should put it on my wish list. The gift that keeps on giving).
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I’m so tempted to try pv.body but I really need to spend my clothing budget on work clothes right now. Not nearly as much fun LOL
Lori Ugly Runner Feet recently posted..Quiet
Your new work out clothes look so pretty! I went through a phase about 3 – 4 years ago when I became serious about distance running that I w as buying running clothes every week. A very expensive addiction – but no colors or patterns as pretty as what YOU have as pictured here!
ilene recently posted..The Pause
Very expensive addition. I used to have very little color in my workout clothes but now I’m all about bright colors!
Oh I love that red/coral top! Great color!
I like to hide in baggy sweats and t-shirts with tanks underneath. I’m not sure when that change took place as I used to wear a sports bra and yoga shorts proudly. I need to get back into a better routine of working out for myself and not just for the teams I coach and maybe then I’ll be more comfortable in cute/fun workout gear.
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I loved my first PV Body bag! I can’t wait for my second one! Great quality and price! Your top is super cute!
I am addicted to workout clothes too. They are may favorite thing to wear. I think it is because I personally think I look best in workout clothes, maybe because I think they make me look fit and athletic or at least let me fool people:)
I love this idea, but just cannot afford any more right now with Christmas. Hopefully soon.
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haha. I think it’s the same with me – that I fool people in my workout clothes!
Sounds awesome! I’ll have to wait until they make it to Australia
people have criticized them…but I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE THEM.
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Hmm, that is an interesting concept. That seems to be the new trend now, sending outfits a month. I’ve seen it w/ kids clothes, too. I guess it’s replacing that CD a month thing I did as a teen! LOL
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ohmygosh! I totally forgot about Columbia House and those CDs a month! I think I built up my entire CD collection through that. It is an interesting concept and I appreciate their effort to try to get quality clothes into our hands at a reasonable price – something I can’t complain about!