PopSugar Must Have Luxury Edition Box

[casey anne]

Originally Posted by Casey Ann /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I'm surprised that I actually liked and will use everything in the December box over the Luxury box. What a disappointment. I was going to sign up for the 6 months but I highly doubt I will be doing that now. This is stuff I just wouldn't buy for myself anyway. 

Off topic Casey Ann, but I am Casey Anne!

 

[brandydances]

I just found out that I'm getting one of the boxes as a gift. If anyone is interested in purchasing it, please let me know! It's a great deal, jsut not things I really need at the moment. Thanks!

 

[brokenship]

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

If you ask me, this is what the REGULAR December box should have looked like!!

I sort of agree with you. Not necessarily the high price tags of all the items, but I definitely think this is more suited for the regular subscription and the luxury box should have been more... well.... luxurious. I can't believe they think handsoap should be included with an sort of indulgent box, I wouldn't be too keen on the moisturizer either. They're good items I'm sure, just not for the 100 price tag, in my opinion. I'm glad I didn't partake in it. I would have hoped for some sort of scarf or perhaps a fashion item other than a clutch,especially because it came from jewelmint who they've already paired with. And to be honest I'm surprised they didn't include a better beauty item. One lipstick and a nailpolish? I think it would have been nice if they had a theme, or something to really tie all the items together. I really do hope that everyone who bought the box truly enjoys it though.

 

[Shauna999]

I've never been spoiler free in my life & I'm fighting the urge right now..UGG!  My sis and I bought them for eachother for our holiday gifts and our plan is to pop a bottle of Champagne and open together.  It seems that some people love the box and some people dont- It always seems this way doesn't it.  Well 1 exception- Septembers was a dream box- no one could complain but I'm sure someone did...LOL! 

Ta ta for now ladies...

 

[katieann]

The items are nice and I am excited to use them but I expected to be wowed for the luxury box. As many said, it will make me reconsider splurging for the luxury box next time when sometimes the monthly box is just as good if not better. Just off the top of my head, a lot of this stuff can be found  with deals and discount codes...I've seen the hand soap at tjmaxx, jewelmint clutch could be bought discounted with last months stylemint credit, tocca candle at antrho who was just doing a holiday promotion, a very similar style and originally priced cuff can be frequently found on gilt or ruelala. If you really searched you could probably find deals on most of these items. I guess in my eyes this box was only slightly better than a normal monthly box.

I know people are saying "Well what did you expect?"..I guess I expected more items of this caliber or the same number of items with some bigger wows thrown in like a Mia skin cleansing system, a deluxe fragrance sampler, cashmere something (I think everyone expected this) or at least some hefty discount codes or credits to some stores/services that PS has connections with.

Also, I don't know about anyone else I am a bit over getting nail polish every few months. Why not a gel manicure starter kit, nail caviar, or something to change it up?

 

[iPretty949]

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

If you ask me, this is what the REGULAR December box should have looked like!!

I agree! My $100 is happier and my cart will be full in Marshall's, Ross, TJMaxx, Burlington.

 

[sweetiegirlll]

Originally Posted by Shauna999 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I've never been spoiler free in my life & I'm fighting the urge right now..UGG!  My sis and I bought them for eachother for our holiday gifts and our plan is to pop a bottle of Champagne and open together.  It seems that some people love the box and some people dont- It always seems this way doesn't it.  Well 1 exception- Septembers was a dream box- no one could complain but I'm sure someone did...LOL! 

Ta ta for now ladies...

I feel you!  I was spoiler free until I left the States and came back home, I was really hoping to get the either my very first PopSugar December box or the Luxury box before I left and be able to have a true reaction and ooh and ahh over it without spoilers, but since they didn't come in time for me, I know I wouldn't have the self control to wait until I could pick them up the next time I'm in the States so I peeked.  

I'd say in your case, if you can help it, wait and savor the moment with your sis.  Everything is more fun with a friend and champagne!  It'd be like a true gift, a surprise and you'll have the items in your hands to experience, which is more fun than a list of items or a photo.  What do I know, though?  I peeked!  I do notice that when people are not happy with a box and I read that they're not happy with it, I look at my own perfectly fine box with a more critical eye at first.  The opposite is true as well, when other people are happy about a box I feel excited that I "lucked" out in getting something great also.  I keep in mind, too, that some of the posters haven't actually purchased the box and so are just offering their opinions, be they relieved because the box isn't "them" or a little disappointed that they didn't pick it up, I'd be curious as well even if I didn't buy it as to what was in it - it's the first luxury box and that's an interesting concept.  I do wonder at the end of it all how many of us purchasers will be happy and excited and how many will be not as happy.  I'm thinking that many more people who have the box in hand will be satisfied and happy than not, I think it's a fun, dream box (to me), but that's just my opinion and we're all different so I can't wait to see how things shake out after everyone gets their boxes.  I think the higher price point makes the stakes higher and so we're all more interested as to what is in the box and if it is "worth" it to each one of us individually.  Plus it being the holidays, money is stretched a little tighter sometimes and I'm sure we all have places that $100 could be spent at so it has to be really good.  I wish you luck in holding out - you have about a week, depending on when you celebrate with your sister, right?  I'll be on the lookout to see what you think and what she thinks.  Fun.

 

[shammycat]

I went ahead and bought this, and now I really wish I hadn't. If anyone is looking to buy a box, mine's gladly for sale. 

 

[ricarlav]

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

I just found out that I'm getting one of the boxes as a gift. If anyone is interested in purchasing it, please let me know! It's a great deal, jsut not things I really need at the moment. Thanks!

I'm interested!!

 

[Kerryliz]

anyone have more pictures??

 

[cutpiece]

I for one, am super excited!!! I should get mine in a couple of days.  The only item I'm not really feeling is the cuff.

 

[alliekers]

I always look at spoilers but made myself promise I wouldn't for this luxury box. But the urge was so strong I had to take a quick peek! I saw 2 of the items and made myself stop looking. I saw the

Deborah Lippmann polish and Tocca candle
Love both of those, so I'm already excited. Hope the rest of the box lives up to that caliber of product. I'm in the LA area and my package is in City of Industry, so I should have it by tomorrow or Wednesday. Can't wait to see all the goodies!

 

[martianeskimo]

I've been whining a lot about the December box but I have to say I actually like the luxury box. I already own stuff from like 3-4 of the brands in the box (I actually already own the accessory item) and I'm happy despite that. I'll be gifting something to my mom but 90% of it is perfect for me. Maybe because this is stuff I would've purchased on my own that I'm satisfied. I know a lot of people aren't happy but I know I didn't expect any big ticket items because that wouldn't make sense for their profits and we have to accept that although the boxes are fun, they're a business so we'll never get a huge discount or very pricey stuff like some people's might've expected or hoped for :/

 

[intensecity]

I've been a subscriber since September (first box, October), and while I feel the quality has never matched the September box.I think the Luxury Box did exactly what they set out to. Am I over the moon? No. But the items are well worth the price tag, and they are on par for the rest of the items we've gotten over the last few months.

I feel like a lot of us were expecting iPads, designer bags and diamonds. For a $100 grab bag from a company that has traditionally given out lotion, makeup, snacks and cute accent pieces to our wardrobes -- if we expected $1000 worth of products, it's our own fault. It's not a waste ... this was a gamble and everyone who subscribes should be well aware of that. Sometimes we're going to hit the jackpot, sometimes we won't. But you'll never know unless you ante up.

I am not a girly girl by any means, but for some strange reason I love getting these boxes. I pretty much disliked everything but the tea in the December box, but you know what? I'm still going to use all of it (except the peppermint poles -- because I hate mint. Luckily my boyfriend loves it).

I'm not canceling my subscription quite yet, even if I have been telling myself the luxury box would be my make-or-break box. It's still super fun to open a bunch of surprises. 

 

[prachisrk]

Could you share a photo of:

the different jewelmint clutches

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

Spoiler

I don't know about the Deborah Lippmann but the images in the book were not all what I got (different candle and body lotion scents) so there's a good chance the boxes are varied. Also the image of the Jewelmint clutches shows 4 different ones including mine.

 

[martianeskimo]

I've been a subscriber since September (first box, October), and while I feel the quality has never matched the September box.I think the Luxury Box did exactly what they set out to. Am I over the moon? No. But the items are well worth the price tag, and they are on par for the rest of the items we've gotten over the last few months. I feel like a lot of us were expecting iPads, designer bags and diamonds. For a $100 grab bag from a company that has traditionally given out lotion, makeup, snacks and cute accent pieces to our wardrobes -- if we expected $1000 worth of products, it's our own fault. It's not a waste ... this was a gamble and everyone who subscribes should be well aware of that. Sometimes we're going to hit the jackpot, sometimes we won't. But you'll never know unless you ante up. I am not a girly girl by any means, but for some strange reason I love getting these boxes. I pretty much disliked everything but the tea in the December box, but you know what? I'm still going to use all of it (except the peppermint poles -- because I hate mint. Luckily my boyfriend loves it). I'm not canceling my subscription quite yet, even if I have been telling myself the luxury box would be my make-or-break box. It's still super fun to open a bunch of surprises. 

I like your outlook and agree with everything you just said. Plus I hate mint too /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[LisaLeah]

Originally Posted by Shauna999 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I've never been spoiler free in my life & I'm fighting the urge right now..UGG!  My sis and I bought them for eachother for our holiday gifts and our plan is to pop a bottle of Champagne and open together.  It seems that some people love the box and some people dont- It always seems this way doesn't it.  Well 1 exception- Septembers was a dream box- no one could complain but I'm sure someone did...LOL! 

Ta ta for now ladies...

I think it's a great fun box! I am happy about it.

Now leave this thread and don't come back until Dec 26th! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Tuscanyb450]

Wow this luxury box looks excellent and well worth the price. I think some of you girls are too hard to please. Come On 2X - your investment and you're not happy? You could never buy all these things for $100.

 

[japolina]

Originally Posted by Tuscanyb450 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Wow this luxury box looks excellent and well worth the price. I think some of you girls are too hard to please. Come On 2X - your investment and you're not happy? You could never buy all these things for $100.

I agree. Tocca and lipman are great, high end and you can regift to someone if you hate them. The reviews on Amazon on lotion are out of this world. THe voyages chocolates are also high end. I think that this is a great box. I can't wait to get my hands on mine. Hope it comes before xmas. My December box took 10 days and shoes that I ordered from my habit were sent via smart post are lost! 

 

[jesemiaud]

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

I've been a subscriber since September (first box, October), and while I feel the quality has never matched the September box.I think the Luxury Box did exactly what they set out to. Am I over the moon? No. But the items are well worth the price tag, and they are on par for the rest of the items we've gotten over the last few months.

I feel like a lot of us were expecting iPads, designer bags and diamonds. For a $100 grab bag from a company that has traditionally given out lotion, makeup, snacks and cute accent pieces to our wardrobes -- if we expected $1000 worth of products, it's our own fault. It's not a waste ... this was a gamble and everyone who subscribes should be well aware of that. Sometimes we're going to hit the jackpot, sometimes we won't. But you'll never know unless you ante up.

I am not a girly girl by any means, but for some strange reason I love getting these boxes. I pretty much disliked everything but the tea in the December box, but you know what? I'm still going to use all of it (except the peppermint poles -- because I hate mint. Luckily my boyfriend loves it).

I'm not canceling my subscription quite yet, even if I have been telling myself the luxury box would be my make-or-break box. It's still super fun to open a bunch of surprises. 

Totally Agree...This isn't stuff I would have ever bought for myself. Ok...let's face it, I am not that sophisticated to know if the brands in the luxury box are "nice" brands or not, but I think I'll be happy with everything. And if not, there's always ebay.