PopSugar Must Have Luxury Edition Box

[RainbowClouds]

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



Did you see the pictures in post 512  (click the link below to get to the post, then click on the SPOILER to see pics)?  It shows the same item you are talking about, but opened.   It looks REALLY cool, IMHO!

https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/130415/popsugar-must-have-luxury-edition-box/510#post_1984516

It's still not my style but I may use it for something to hold things in my reg. purse. I would give it to family but don't know who would actually use it. we aren't the tux and ball gown type people.

 

[sweetiegirlll]

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

Received mine today and I've gotta say, I was kind of "meh" about it on reading the spoilers, but now that I've actually opened and touched everything I'm happy.  If I were offered this knowing what I know now, I'd still probably spend the $100 to buy it, only because I got the variations of each item that I wanted.  Picture and more details in the spoiler.

I'm glad that you got a good box for you and your wanted variations.  More details of what I'm hoping for in the spoiler.

You got a great box, I agree, those variations would have been my favorites too.  I'm hoping for either the Blood Orange candle in Stella like you got or the Cucumber Grapefruit one called Cleopatra.  The other one I've heard about is described as grandmotherly and rose, sometimes I adore rose and other times it's overwhelming, so we shall see.  I'm also hoping for witches brew Deborah Lippmann and the reddish lipstick, I've seen nudes in some box pics and while they're classic and elegant I think I'd get more use out of a really great red.  Who knows, though?  Maybe the nudes will kick me out of my rut, I tend to use reds a lot and could use a change.  I wonder what people will trade the items that they don't like for?  For instance, I kind of like all of the clutches and might trade for one depending on what I get in my own box but to me it's only worth 1/6th of the box price, not $60 - $90 even though that might be sticker price.  If I were to pay that, I'd be better off just buying another box off of someone who was disappointed.  Just idly wondering.  I've only traded makeup and skin care items before, so I'm curious as to what people are hoping/looking for as regards trades from this box.  Thanks for posting about how you felt after opening and touching the things, I can't wait to do the same.  Reading about it is one thing but smelling, seeing and tasting is totally different and might make some people a little more satisfied (or less, even), we're all different.  You addressed something I've thought about mystery boxes too, if I knew what was in them beforehand, would I still pay the money for it?  This one is a yes for me too.

 

[kitnmitns]

Wow. My ship arrival estimate just changed to the 24th.

 

[elb622]

What is the weight for the boxes?  Mine is at my post office now and is still saying 18.5 lbs.   I was initially a little ugh about this box when I first saw the spoiler, but now that it's less than a mile away I'm excited. I'm just hoping that a few of the items are a different variation like some of the others have posted.

 

[catyanne]

Wow. My ship arrival estimate just changed to the 24th.

At least you have a projected arrival. Mine shipped on the 12th of December and has been sitting in Reno for the last 5 freaking days. We paid $100 for this box, couldn't they at least have sent it FedEx home delivery?! I have another package coming that way and it left shipping in MO 2 days ago and is being delivered today. That would have been what I would have liked to see with a $100 price tag on the box. I RARELY make complaints about these sub boxed because I love the surprise, but shipping is a sticking point for me - especially when we shelled out so much $ for it.

 

[Bizgirlva]

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


At least you have a projected arrival. Mine shipped on the 12th of December and has been sitting in Reno for the last 5 freaking days. We paid $100 for this box, couldn't they at least have sent it FedEx home delivery?! I have another package coming that way and it left shipping in MO 2 days ago and is being delivered today. That would have been what I would have liked to see with a $100 price tag on the box. I RARELY make complaints about these sub boxed because I love the surprise, but shipping is a sticking point for me - especially when we shelled out so much $ for it.

I'm in the same boat, mine is still in Sacramento and no FedEx updates since last week (12/14).  I'm bummed that it won't make it to me this week, I'll be ok if it arrives on 12/24 as the promised but with this time of year and shipping companies being overloaded I wouldn't be surprised if it arrived late.  Which is a serious bummer.  I kinda want to have this stuff for Xmas & NYE.  

 

[jesemiaud]

Mine is supposed to be delivered today, but I doubt that it will be. The tracking info says that it made it to my post office yesterday. It is in transit in my city, so maybe.

 

[Jess Bailey]

mine should be here by the end of the week. if not tomorrow, i would expect by Friday and i'm excited about it.

 

[Tuscanyb450]

Actually home delivery requires signature in my experience. With most people working outside the home, that is not a good option.

 

[catyanne]

http://consumerist.com/2012/11/21/insider-explains-why-fedex-smartpost-is-so-terrible/

Popsugar should read this...

 

[Bizgirlva]

What's the longest you gals have waited for a PS delivery?  I have a sinking feeling that mine lux box will be one of those packages that is way late.  

My October, November and December box all arrived with not hiccups.  I'm sad.  

 

[alliekers]

Just checked the status of my box again and it finally has a delivery ETA date: tomorrow! I'm in the LA area and this box seems to have floated halfway around the state at this point (Gilroy, Sacramento, Chino, you name it). So happy this will arrive before Christmas. Now if only I can resist the urge to read more spoilers until then!

 

[vugrl]

Grrrr.... my last shipping update was 4 days ago and it says that it left Sacramento. I have NO idea where it is now or when it's coming. 

 

[prachisrk]

Me too. Mine usually takes 5 day to make it to the east coast from Sacramento. 

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

Grrrr.... my last shipping update was 4 days ago and it says that it left Sacramento. I have NO idea where it is now or when it's coming. 

 

[Bizgirlva]

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

Grrrr.... my last shipping update was 4 days ago and it says that it left Sacramento. I have NO idea where it is now or when it's coming. 

I called FedEx and had them send a message to SmartPost to locate my package.  They are *supposed* to call me back with an update.  I also tracked my package via USPS tracking, you just use your FedEx tracking number and put a "94" before the number to see if there is any USPS tracking info on the package.  Mine came up with nada, I did it, so did the FedEx CS person, so he said they were going to try to locate it and let me know.  

 

[Loladevil]

Mine is less than 10 miles from my front door and has been since the weekend, estimated delivery isn't until tomorrow, how insane is that?!

 

[Katinka31]

Okay, Popsugar, I take it (mostly) back...

I wasn't too enthused upon first seeing spoilers for the box -- I think I was expecting a larger number of items.  I braced myself for the likelihood of having to eBay most of it, but when I opened it up last night, I was pleasantly surprised!  All of the colors/styles/scents were very well-suited to me, and I think I'll use and enjoy everything (with the exception of the cuff).  I don't know if I'll take the gamble again, though (although part of me wants to think, "Now that they've done this once and received feedback, the next box will be the stuff of legend!!  I couldn't possibly miss it!!").



Here's the breakdown:

Jewelmint Clutch -- Gold envelope (I probably won't use this for its intended purpose, but I think it will be cute on my dresser, and I liked someone's idea of using it as a "delivery box" for notes to family members

Epicuren Moisturizer -- in Papaya Pineapple

Chocolate Library -- I had three each of three different flavors -- all extremely good!

Compagnie de Provence -- in Fig of Provence

Tocca -- in Havana (sugarcane and spiced rum -- smells fantastic, even when not lit)

Heather Belle cuff  -- Only thing I'm not keeping, but only because it's not my style (Anyone want mine?  It seems make for small-ish wrists)

Deborah Lippman set -- Yay, the colors I wanted!  The lipstick is in Under a Spell (sheer berry) and the polish is in witches Brew (sparkly wine) -- gorgeous!

I still like the concept of surprise boxes, but I think Popsugar could do better in terms of managing expectations with more hints and details of what the Luxe boxes might contain.  All in all, though, I'm happy.
 

 

[japolina]

I was at Nordstrom today and saw a DL display with the exact same item. It was $38 and they only had three left (popular item!)

BTW mine is still in Reno. Will it ever get here /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[Katinka31]

I had a lengthy post written up, but it seemed to disappear when I tried to post.  So, let's try just the photo...

I'm actually happy with everything but the cuff (anyone want it?  It's just not my style.).  I don't know that I'd take the gamble again, though.

 

[Eleda]

mine will be here on saturday and it now weights less, what happened, did they open it and took out some gifts, lol!