Birchbox November 2012

[mirandamanda]

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif


LOL You can't complain, least not yet. Give them another week since we've been warned that boxes are going to be late this month. But since your account hasn't updated yet you should call about that at the very least to make sure things are on track. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

If it makes you feel better, I NEVER got my email with my tracking this month but the tracking is in my account. The downside is that it still hasn't update since Friday. I've learned with these stupid tracking #s is that it's not accurate and my box will be here when it's here despite me wanting to throttle the US mail system most months.

I will definitely wait. I'm usually happy with my boxes and hardly ever complain. I know they said they were sending them out in waves and seeing everyone elses boxes arriving is, yes, disappointing. But like I said, I'm not going to cry around for points, I just wanted to know if they were doing anything to placate those of us who haven't even gotten their account updated. Maybe I worded my initial question wrong.

 

[zadidoll]

Originally Posted by classybroad /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I used my two soap samples to go in my new oh sh*t kit. Does anyone have one of those? What else should I include- see pic below I have some space left and the bag is still pretty flat.

Carry a tampon since while you may or may not use it, you may find someone in the bathroom who may. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Also what about some safety pins of various sizes - tiny to extra large?

 

[MissLindaJean]

Well, can I add that we all choose to post in a public forum, so any and every post may get a response. Whether we find it helpful or inflammatory is a totally different matter. Opposing viewpoints aren't bad, brings interesting dialogue out sometimes. So long as we're respectful of and to each other. Whether it's shipping, those blasted hair ties, chocolate, or holidays...we always seem to find popcorn moments in the BB threads every month. Sometimes you choke on the popcorn from laughing, other times you want to throw it at the screen. Sometimes you find yourself having popcorn thrown at you!

 

[classybroad]

Originally Posted by zadidoll /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Carry a tampon since while you may or may not use it, you may find someone in the bathroom who may. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Also what about some safety pins of various sizes - tiny to extra large?

The tampon is a good one. I have never used a safety pin however I guess it would come in handy one day and it is so small to include.

 

[MissLindaJean]

I used my two soap samples to go in my new oh sh*t kit. Does anyone have one of those? What else should I include- see pic below I have some space left and the bag is still pretty flat.

Survival kit! Yes on a tampon and safety pin, what about bobby pins? I always keep gum/Listerine strips, too..man, plus a dentak floss pick lol.

 

[classybroad]

Originally Posted by MissLindaJean /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Well, can I add that we all choose to post in a public forum, so any and every post may get a response. Whether we find it helpful or inflammatory is a totally different matter. Opposing viewpoints aren't bad, brings interesting dialogue out sometimes. So long as we're respectful of and to each other.

Whether it's shipping, those blasted hair ties, chocolate, or holidays...we always seem to find popcorn moments in the BB threads every month. Sometimes you choke on the popcorn from laughing, other times you want to throw it at the screen. Sometimes you find yourself having popcorn thrown at you!

For some reason some people get really sensitive in sub box threads. We all have in common the enjoyment of getting a box each month- why the bickering amongst some parties?

 

[Moonittude]

Originally Posted by classybroad /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I used my two soap samples to go in my new oh sh*t kit. Does anyone have one of those? What else should I include- see pic below I have some space left and the bag is still pretty flat.

Maybe I am being dense, but what is that for? Is it for a feminine emergency, or just any kind of emergency? I see cash in there, but I don't see chocolate. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I have had a headache all day, and I am going to drink a glass of wine, right now! lol

 

[OiiO]

Thought I'd stick this in here, no spoiler tags needed because this is just a Welcome box.

More pics and reviews in my blog /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[classybroad]

Originally Posted by Moonittude /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Maybe I am being dense, but what is that for? Is it for a feminine emergency, or just any kind of emergency? I see cash in there, but I don't see chocolate. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I have had a headache all day, and I am going to drink a glass of wine, right now! lol

Well some items were loose in my big bag and some I found myself wishing for at work like cottonelles, pads, and cash. My sister in law promised me her chocolate sample this month maybe I will throw that in there. 

 

[meaganola]

Originally Posted by classybroad /img/forum/go_quote.gif


The tampon is a good one. I have never used a safety pin however I guess it would come in handy one day and it is so small to include.

This is going to sound weird, but Benadryl.  You never know when you're going to discover a previously-unknown allergy that will make you swell up like a blowfish.  

 

[OiiO]

It's missing a disposable razor and a travel-sized deodorant /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> And maybe some mints?

I have a similar kit that I keep in my purse /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

Originally Posted by classybroad /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I used my two soap samples to go in my new oh sh*t kit. Does anyone have one of those? What else should I include- see pic below I have some space left and the bag is still pretty flat.

 

[AngeBrooklyn]

Originally Posted by classybroad /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I used my two soap samples to go in my new oh sh*t kit. Does anyone have one of those? What else should I include- see pic below I have some space left and the bag is still pretty flat.

I vote to add a Tide Stain remover pen and nail file.  I have one of these bags at the office.  I keep adding things to it!  

 

[MissLindaJean]

For some reason some people get really sensitive in sub box threads. We all have in common the enjoyment of getting a box each month- why the bickering amongst some parties?

Easy..everyone has thoughts, opinions, and feelings. Plus, we aren't face to face, only reading words and context can be misinterpreted. Sometimes a direct response and one you didn't expect may inflame you. We're people...fallible and hormonal lol. Add in beauty junkie, hoarder, subber, consumer, mascara fiend, glitter farts, occasional lippie overdoses and it can get Cray Cray... O_O

 

[KatiebuglovesBB]

I used my two soap samples to go in my new oh sh*t kit. Does anyone have one of those? What else should I include- see pic below I have some space left and the bag is still pretty flat.

Ahhh. Is that a real Balenciaga??????

 

[classybroad]

Originally Posted by meaganola /img/forum/go_quote.gif

This is going to sound weird, but Benadryl.  You never know when you're going to discover a previously-unknown allergy that will make you swell up like a blowfish.  

kind of a dumb question but i was spared from allergies. My mom and my sis had terrible food ones. If you eat something you are allergic to will the benadryl save you like an epi pen will?

 

[deactivateduser232015]

Originally Posted by mirandamanda /img/forum/go_quote.gif



Here is a bunny. Happy Monday everyone.

Always a good interjection. let me add some kitties for our time!

 

[classybroad]

Originally Posted by KatiebuglovesBB /img/forum/go_quote.gif


Ahhh. Is that a real Balenciaga??????

Yes I use to spoil myself before I had a little cutie to spoil

 

[prachisrk]

Exactly how I feel. I'm annoyed that it still shows my october box!

Originally Posted by marybbryant /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I'm perfectly fine with my boxes shipping late, I just want the site to update so I can see them. Thats all.

 

[americanclassic]

HAHAHA I love that name! I guess you could include a pack of colgate wisps (though idk if dental hygiene would be a priority in an oh-sh*t moment); a cliff bar or something for protein; a couple aspirins, a pen, mini scissors, etc.

Originally Posted by classybroad /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I used my two soap samples to go in my new oh sh*t kit. Does anyone have one of those? What else should I include- see pic below I have some space left and the bag is still pretty flat.

BB usually takes foreeeevver to ship out--the latest I've gotten mine was a good 10-11 days after I got the shipping confirmation email; that was when they were expanding. My Ipsy's always arrive well before my BB, but then again I'm on the total opposite side of the coast lol. I'd definitely chock it up to the hurricane for this month.

Quote: Originally Posted by mirandamanda /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Can I complain to them for points since my box hasn't shipped yet?

 

 

[deactivateduser232015]

Birchbox wrote back and comped me 100 points for the cupcake because they're out of the sample. I'm pretty pleased since I now have $20 worth of comped points and will have ~$10 from my box reviews. So I essentially have gotten $30 in points and samples despite only paying for $20 of stuff. I actually would've rather gotten another cupcake -- and would've prefered the deluxe sample last month which was missing instead of being comped though. Am I weird in that I prefer getting stuff than points? XD;;

I'm going to try and salvage the cupcake and take pictures for my blog. At least I know I won't have to wait now for the new item to arrive... and it means I can eat the soy bar for breakfast tomorrow. Good thing because I'm completely out of breakfast food!