POPSUGAR Must Have February 2014 (SPOILERS!)

[greenflipflops]

I'm surprised so many people are having issues of the jewelry roll. I've purchased a couple of Gorjana items before and they've always looked really high-quality and expensive (like a wallet I got). I guess I'm one of the lucky ones because my jewelry roll has no issues at all. The leather does look a bit cheap though. But I think Gorjana must be having some trouble selling their products...they used to be promoted through a lot of fashion bloggers and I always saw them appear on buy lists in magazines. Now their website is constantly holding sales.

 

[sparklesgirlxox]

Quote: Originally Posted by greenflipflops /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I'm surprised so many people are having issues of the jewelry roll. I've purchased a couple of Gorjana items before and they've always looked really high-quality and expensive (like a wallet I got). I guess I'm one of the lucky ones because my jewelry roll has no issues at all. The leather does look a bit cheap though. But I think Gorjana must be having some trouble selling their products...they used to be promoted through a lot of fashion bloggers and I always saw them appear on buy lists in magazines. Now their website is constantly holding sales.
Its not leather its plastic

 

[greenflipflops]

Quote: Originally Posted by sparklesgirlxox /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Its not leather its plastic
 Yes, I know its faux leather, but it still looks cheap compared  to some other faux leather items I've seen. Plus it retails for about $45 on the website.

 

[sparklesgirlxox]

Quote: Originally Posted by greenflipflops /img/forum/go_quote.gif
   Yes, I know its faux leather, but it still looks cheap compared  to some other faux leather items I've seen. Plus it retails for about $45 on the website.
I have a j crew jewelry roll that was less than 45 and it is gorgeous I cannot see anyone buying a bright orange thing for that price.  I think the retail amt is way to high. The one from j crew is black satin and has clear areas so you can see the jewelry inside too

 

[northwest22]

I went spoiler free this month, just to see if I would enjoy the box more. And the answer is NO! This, for me, is by far the worst box I've received from Popsugar. They really need to stop getting stuff from Gorjana. That stuff is cheap quality and way over priced. I can't think of a single item in this box I even cracked a smile about. Oh, I guess the cinnamon hearts had very cute packaging, so I may have cracked a smile before I opened the box and realized it had candy. The candle smells bad. The polish is very nice and I will use it on my toes, since I can't wear polish at work. These subs have given me a lifetime of nail polishes. Not a single item that I find useful. The Dial soap seems like a sell out move on Popsugar's part. I usually wouldn't have minded it, since it was an extra, but considering it was the largest item in the box it made the boxes first impression for me, which wasn't good. I have enough body wash and my husband uses a specific brand, so I will likely throw this soap in my glass hand soap container and use it for bathroom hand Why so many makeup/beauty/fashion items and only a tiny candle as the home item? This box makes the January box look fantastic by comparison. I'm glad I paid a year in advance so I'm not faced with the "should I cancel" decision, because I have to say it is actually the first box I've received since I started subbing in Oct that would make me want to cancel. Is February just a really bad month for subs? This is also the first month I haven't liked my Wantable accessories box (I actually sent it back.) and the entire contents of my Ipsy and Birchbox are going in my swap pile. Maybe after 6 months I'm just getting over subs. (I hope not though , because I love loving subscription boxes!)

 

[kriscross33]

Quote: Originally Posted by JenniferV /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Made this for my blog but thought you ladies might enjoy it as well!
 


This is a fun poll! I agree with all the ones at the top of the list and all the ones at the bottom. I think popsugar needs to look at this and structure more of their boxes like the most popular ones. They would gain back members for sure.

Honestly, the more I think about it, the more annoyed I am with this box. I am only keeping two items to actually use, and the rest i'm trying to trade away or give as gifts. And when I look at those two items, they are dial (which is SO not a "must have" but Ill at least use it) and the candle. But now I keep hearing everyone say that the candle doesnt even smell good when burning. What is going on popsugar?!

 

[Dabrams107]

My box FINALLY arrived-(took over a week from the shipping notification). This is my second box and I am VERY pleased with it, even more so than January. I needed a jewelry roll pretty badly, so that is fantastic and I love the color. I had also just run out of my fav neutral lipstick so the Model Co. duo is perfect! The nail polish is a great winter color and I don't have that shade of red. I love clean, floral scents so the candle is also perfect. I like face serums so I am excited to try this brand. And the dial will also def get used, so that was okay for me!

Really the only "meh" part of the box for me was the cinnamon hearts, (I'm not a fan of cinnamon candy-it makes my tongue go numb), but they are a great addition to the gift collection so I am pretty happy camper! 

I definitely felt like I got my value out of this box! Nice job PS! 

 

[SuzeeLauren]

I got my box and I actually like it more than I thought I would but I'm still not all that thrilled. The cinnamon hearts are definitely cinnamon blobs, but I do love cinnamon candy that doesn't make me feel like my tongue is on fire. The idea of Sugarwish is cute but I do think they're rather overpriced. I'm not generally a floral scent fan but I do like the candle. It's super cute and petite not sure if I'll keep it or gift it yet. I haven't tried the Model Co. yet but it seem like a good everyday to work shade. The serum box was super deceptive to the size of the product, but I think a little can go a long way with this type of thing. I'm definitely excited to try it out. My skin has always been on the oily side but lately has been doing very strange things and being dry to the point that I have literally smeared it with coconut oil with no major repercussions so I guess it should be pretty safe. Not sure if the skin craziness is the new allergy meds, the winter or if it's just decided to change things up because I'm turning 28... I guess I got lucky and my jewelry roll has no major issues. All the zippers even work ok. It's nice but I have one that I like better that I got at Target that has 3 zip pockets like this one plus a deeper open pocket and a strip that I snaps that has tiny holes for earrings. If I didn't have one already it would've been great because I'm traveling next week and next month and probably at least once more before an out of state wedding - lots of use opportunity. The 'gift card' I could do without - I doubt I'll use it so maybe both of these will go up for trade. The nail polish I haven't tried. It looks nice and you all seem to be pretty happy with it so maybe I'll try it? I keep gel nails as a colored glitter French on my nails so it'll only be a toe color if I do, but my go to is a warm shimmer purple. The Dial looked glaringly out of place in the box, I'll agree, but I'm not upset about it. It will definitely get used at least once. More if I don't have a soap reaction but if I do I can pass it to one of my 3 younger sisters so someone will get use out of it. So overall not bad but still kind of 'meh'. I'm going to give it another month and see if popsugar can wow me for my birthday - and since I'm justifying it as a birthday present to myself I hope they don't disappoint!

 

[jbird1175]

Quote: Originally Posted by JenniferV /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Made this for my blog but thought you ladies might enjoy it as well!
 


Seeing the July box reminds me that I need more cookie chips in my life.

Also, kinda bummed I am not getting my PS box today... It's sitting at the PO and I know it won't get here until Monday or Tuesday.

 

[cgmercer05]

My tracking info the other day said it wouldn't get here until 2/18 but it showed up today! I actually really like the box. It is my first PopSugar MH box. I probably won't use the gorjana gift card because I'm not that into jewelry. I might use the jewelry roll this summer when we go on vacation so everything doesn't end up tangled up together. My grandma likes cinnamon candy so she'll get those. My 4 year old an I painted our nails with the NCLA polish and the color is very pretty although I did have to use a top coat with it to get the shine I like. I'm used to using the Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure that is just a one step process(totally the best!). The candle smells really nice and floral. It doesn't have the same throw as the bath and body works candles but it is nice to use on my desk here at home. The dial soap smells really pretty. My daughter thinks it smells more like green apple than kiwi but we like it. If nothing else it will make for a nice smelling bubble bath for them. I like the Model Co lipstick/gloss. It's not a color I would have thought to buy but trying something new and liking it makes me want to branch out on my color choices more. I also tried the face serum as soon as it came in because I had just got out of the shower and I love it. It feels a little thick on my skin but smells good (citrus type smell) and it made my face super soft which is exactly what I needed for my dry winter skin. Overall I really like it a lot and I am excited to do it again next month although I will probably attempt to go spoiler free because I think that knowing what was in it ahead of time bummed me out about some of the products before they had a fair chance. I don't know if I can hold out but I will try because I would like to have the surprise effect since I am just getting started on the subscription box journey and that's part of the fun. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Kerryliz]

Anyone else breaking out with a VENGEANCE from that serum?? Not sure what I was expecting rubbing pure oil on my face... faaantastic 

 

[LisaLeah]

OMG! Did you see this? Just ordered it!

https://musthave.popsugar.com/

I love there special edition boxes! This "Resort Box" sounds like it could have amazing potential.

 

[lauradiniwilk]

Haa, I just clicked through to Jennifer's poll.  Not at all shocked that the top 3 boxes are all scarves.  I am hearing a lot of gorjana hate in this thread, but I LOOOOOOOVE that scarf from the June box SO MUCH.  It is perfection.  I think June 2013 was my favorite (since I didn't sub until january 2013, I missed out on the infamous Sept 2012 box).  April 2013 was my least favorite when I got it, but I use the kai so I guess it has a leg up over Sept and Oct 2013, both of which are completely unused to date.  Gotta dig that wet brush out!  

 

[greeneyedfoxxx]

Anyone else breaking out with a VENGEANCE from that serum?? Not sure what I was expecting rubbing pure oil on my face... faaantastic :shot:

I started to after using it a few days. I did my usual retinol treatment (skinceuticals 1.0, every 3rd day) and I looked better in the morning. Thinking this serum will be better on my hands. THis box is pretty much a bust for me. I'll use the lip gloss & polish but not with the cost of the box. That said....I'm going to but that resort box! I love the special edition boxes! :lovelovee:

 

[lauradiniwilk]

Quote: Originally Posted by LisaLeah /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  OMG! Did you see this? Just ordered it!

https://musthave.popsugar.com/

I love there special edition boxes! This "Resort Box" sounds like it could have amazing potential.
Ordered it.  Or rather, the PS website ordered it for me, seeing as how I never actually told it to go (I was testing out coupon codes and it decided that was the same thing as clicking on purchase or continue or whatever).  

 

[jbird1175]

Quote: Originally Posted by LisaLeah /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  OMG! Did you see this? Just ordered it!

https://musthave.popsugar.com/

I love there special edition boxes! This "Resort Box" sounds like it could have amazing potential.
Thanks for posting this! I love their LE boxes and just ordered mine /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[ydlr20]

Just ordered the LE box. I was wondering when they were going to send out the email. It was long overdue. I hope the box comes in time for my vacation in April

 

[Kittylasmu]

How much is the box? I can't access the website at work.

 

[LisaLeah]

Quote: Originally Posted by jbird1175 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Thanks for posting this! I love their LE boxes and just ordered mine /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
You are very welcome! I ordered it the nano second I saw it. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

I love the LE boxes as well as this one sounds especially intriguing!

 

[emwdz]

I've never ordered an SE box but this sounds like a great way to get me out of this winter funk... hm... I'm debating it... how long do they usually last before they run out?