All the stuff looks nice and it was a treat for myself but i was hoping for few more practical things like a new pocketbook and planner but i'll add that to my xmas list i guess /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
Originally Posted by Christy327 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
All the stuff looks nice and it was a treat for myself but i was hoping for few more practical things like a new pocketbook and planner but i'll add that to my xmas list i guess /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
I also would have been happy with some snuggly winter accessories (cashmere scarf, gloves, slippers) and I would appreciated body scrub more than some of the personal care items. All I'm thinking now is what they could have done better! It's nice stuff, but not what I would have picked.
Also, I've been messing with the contents, and...
Tried the Under a Spell lipstick (I was worried it would be too dark for my skin) and it actually looks great! Hooray! Also sampled the white chocolate chocolate bar (the one I was the most afraid of) and it would have been SO good if not for the peppercorns. They add this weird spiced flavor. Oh, well, hopefully the other bars are better.
So I got my box (a day earlier than the website quoted). Here's my haul:
Deborah Lippman Set in Puttin' on the Ritz - Nail Polish in Glamorous Life and Lipstick in Drops of Brandy. The polish is pretty but the lipstick is too brownish for my liking. Overall though, I'm happy with this one.
Epicuren Lotion in Kukui Coconut - Spells delcious, just like a vacation.
Tocca Candle in Grace (Lily) - Floral is a bit strong for my liking so I would have preferred any of the other scents but I've always wanted a Tocca candle and never felt like splurging directly so I'm keeping it.
Cuff - I have tiny wrists and this was hard to get on, I had to pull it apart to stretch it (and it was a pain to get out of the too small velvet bag). The brass does make it a bit cheap looking but I'll still keep this and wear occasionally.
Jewelmint Clutch - I got the "Robot's Bladder". I actually love this and think it's unique and cool. I would have loved the envelope clutches as well.
Hand Soap - Haven't tried yet but I am always looking for a soap that doesn't dry out my hands so I am intrigued.
I have a question/concern about the below item though and am wondering if anyone else feels the same?
The Vosges Chocolate Library - per the pamphlet, the photo shown contains 9 different chocolate bars. The set I got only had 3 sets of the same 3 bars. From the looks of the spoilers, some got the complete set of 9 unique bars and some got the same as me.
I am annoyed by this because I feel it's false advertising. Am I right to email Customer Service? I feel like they ran out of the variety and gave us the leftovers thinking we wouldn't notice...
Originally Posted by alliekers /img/forum/go_quote.gif
So I got my box (a day earlier than the website quoted). Here's my haul:
Deborah Lippman Set in Puttin' on the Ritz - Nail Polish in Glamorous Life and Lipstick in Drops of Brandy. The polish is pretty but the lipstick is too brownish for my liking. Overall though, I'm happy with this one.
Epicuren Lotion in Kukui Coconut - Spells delcious, just like a vacation.
Tocca Candle in Grace (Lily) - Floral is a bit strong for my liking so I would have preferred any of the other scents but I've always wanted a Tocca candle and never felt like splurging directly so I'm keeping it.
Cuff - I have tiny wrists and this was hard to get on, I had to pull it apart to stretch it (and it was a pain to get out of the too small velvet bag). The brass does make it a bit cheap looking but I'll still keep this and wear occasionally.
Jewelmint Clutch - I got the "Robot's Bladder". I actually love this and think it's unique and cool. I would have loved the envelope clutches as well.
Hand Soap - Haven't tried yet but I am always looking for a soap that doesn't dry out my hands so I am intrigued.
I have a question/concern about the below item though and am wondering if anyone else feels the same?
The Vosges Chocolate Library - per the pamphlet, the photo shown contains 9 different chocolate bars. The set I got only had 3 sets of the same 3 bars. From the looks of the spoilers, some got the complete set of 9 unique bars and some got the same as me.
I am annoyed by this because I feel it's false advertising. Am I right to email Customer Service? I feel like they ran out of the variety and gave us the leftovers thinking we wouldn't notice...
I got the three flavors as well. I wasn't thrilled with it (I didn't like one of the three so that means 1/3 are going to waste) but I don't think PopSugar would be very receptive to complaints. Each person got different colors/scents/styles in their box so this is just one of the variations. Since we got the same number of bars it's perceived to have the same dollar value. I'm a little bummed but I'll write it off as just bad luck on my part.
I am posting WAY too much on this forum haha...but here's a clue about one of the item values!
http://www.fabsugar.com/JewelMint-Bags-Belts-23561855 Here it shows the envelope clutch and says that the Kate Bosworth boutique lines average at $60-90, so for those who were wondering about a value estimate...there it is!
Originally Posted by Freezymama /img/forum/go_quote.gif
It wasn't me who did state that and I hate to seem like I'm "startin' something" but this is the second time ive read something along the lines of "u mentioned your a mom blah blah sign up for another box blah blah..."
That comment is just bothering me. I'm a mom and I don't need to prove I'm "cool" enough for this luxury box or I should sign up for a mom box.
I purchased this luxury box and I'm subscribed to many more mom/beauty/fashion type boxes. I'm sure it wasn't intended in a negative way. I just don't think it's necessary bringing in the fact we are moms?! Don't get it sorry.
It wasn't intended to say "hey get lost, go elsewhere ya mom" You just said your luxury clutch item didn't go with a diaper bag! You brought up being a mom, not us! I don't think that's the point of a luxury box. If people wanted practical items that could be used everyday like planners and purses large enough to hold extra items for kids diapers/toys etc that's perfectly fine and reasonable.
What's unreasonable is to expect those things would be included in a box filled with luxury items to go with diaper bags. What I meant by my comment was if you're a mom and want items that are more universal maybe one of the other subs would suit you (having no idea what other subs you may or may not get, some people here are new to the world of subs, myself included) so I thought I was suggesting that you look at the subs specifically designed to possibly meet your needs. It wasn't intended to be a negative opinion of moms and your needs..
But you are the one who said....this doesn't go with a diaper bag!
Originally Posted by martianeskimo /img/forum/go_quote.gif
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I'm not intending to sound mean since I don't feel that way and words can be misconstrued through posts but I think you and another poster are the ones who have brought up that they're moms and that the items aren't to your liking because they wouldn't mesh with your lifestyle? I think someone posted something along the lines of saying they couldn't carry a clutch since they were more likely to carry a diaper bag. No one is judging you for being a mom, women have many facets to their personalities and if you hadn't mentioned it, no one would even know that you were. I was just trying to say that if the items don't go with your lifestyle (like if I were to subscribe to curlbox even though I don't have curly hair), then it might be worth it to look for something that does. Paying to hate the items is totally unnecessary and no one wants to lose money on things they hate.
Exactly! No one here has any ill will toward the mommas and your needs. All we're saying if wanted items to go with a diaper bag (as you brought up first) there are subs that probably are better suited for that than a luxury box.
That being said if I signed up for this box and there were items that were "perfect to hang or include on your diaper bag" I would've been like huh? The items in the box are exactly what I would expect in a luxury type box (over the top lotion, soap, candle, jewelry, fancy chocolate) it's suppose to be an indulgence not practical and necessary for your everyday needs.
Originally Posted by alliekers /img/forum/go_quote.gif
So I got my box (a day earlier than the website quoted). Here's my haul:
Deborah Lippman Set in Puttin' on the Ritz - Nail Polish in Glamorous Life and Lipstick in Drops of Brandy. The polish is pretty but the lipstick is too brownish for my liking. Overall though, I'm happy with this one.
Epicuren Lotion in Kukui Coconut - Spells delcious, just like a vacation.
Tocca Candle in Grace (Lily) - Floral is a bit strong for my liking so I would have preferred any of the other scents but I've always wanted a Tocca candle and never felt like splurging directly so I'm keeping it.
Cuff - I have tiny wrists and this was hard to get on, I had to pull it apart to stretch it (and it was a pain to get out of the too small velvet bag). The brass does make it a bit cheap looking but I'll still keep this and wear occasionally.
Jewelmint Clutch - I got the "Robot's Bladder". I actually love this and think it's unique and cool. I would have loved the envelope clutches as well.
Hand Soap - Haven't tried yet but I am always looking for a soap that doesn't dry out my hands so I am intrigued.
I have a question/concern about the below item though and am wondering if anyone else feels the same?
The Vosges Chocolate Library - per the pamphlet, the photo shown contains 9 different chocolate bars. The set I got only had 3 sets of the same 3 bars. From the looks of the spoilers, some got the complete set of 9 unique bars and some got the same as me.
I am annoyed by this because I feel it's false advertising. Am I right to email Customer Service? I feel like they ran out of the variety and gave us the leftovers thinking we wouldn't notice...
I think variations are "part of the gig" I wouldn't write an email about getting a variation than one's pictured I think the booklet is an example of what you'll get not EXACTLY what you'll get, everyone gets different colors/flavors/scents etc. That kinda adds to the surprise. I saw one pic where someone got two candles and no soap (that was probably a packing mistake) and maybe worth an email to PS.
ACCKKK!!! My tracking says the box was delivered yesterday and it most certainly was not, I hope this was an error and not that my box was misdelivered /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
I finally got an estimated delivery date...of Christmas Eve. It better be here that day! Because it was guaranteed to be here before Christmas and I'm going to be really upset if my Christmas present to me isn't here for me to open.
So I have 2 packages that were being shipped fedex smartpost, both say delivered 12/19, I haven't received either and have no clue what to do, the mail already ran for today, was hoping they would show up but didn't get either. Getting worried!
Oh, Popsugar, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways... I can't believe people are disappointed with this box! These are amazing, and if you don't want your items, send them my way, I'd love more! I must be their exact demographic for this and the regular monthly box. The monthly box didn't have the value we've come to expect, but I loved all of those items as well.
i got: The candle in Grace (Casablanca Lily) and I love it's delicate floral scent. The lotion in Papaya Pineapple which I will likely save for summer, but I love this brand! The soap in olive lavender The full assortment of 9 chocolates. I've eaten 3 and I'm in love. The DL in Let's Do It lipstick and My Old Flame polish. I do have way too much polish, so I don't know that I will keep it, but I do love it! My only disappointment is the silver envelope purse. I love the other 2 more and would love to trade for one if anyone doesn't love theirs. I seriously would love more lotion, soap, candles or chocolate and will trade generously from my trade list. I'd also love tea or mugs from the regular box.
Originally Posted by Ann Tucci /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I think variations are "part of the gig" I wouldn't write an email about getting a variation than one's pictured I think the booklet is an example of what you'll get not EXACTLY what you'll get, everyone gets different colors/flavors/scents etc. That kinda adds to the surprise. I saw one pic where someone got two candles and no soap (that was probably a packing mistake) and maybe worth an email to PS.
I do agree that variations are part of the gig but I don't believe the chocolate library was intended to have any variations. The DL set/lotion/candle/hand-soap all are sold in a variety of colors/scents so it makes sense that we all got variations. The chocolate library, however, is only made/sold one way. If you ordered from their site, you'd get the 9 different bars.
I swear I'm not trying to be difficult and I realize it's a lot of hullabaloo about chocolate but it's still annoying to me cause I'm a foodie that loves Vosges and have been dying to try these varieties. I agree with you ladies that going to CS would be moot though, so I'll just accept it and enjoy what they sent.
Originally Posted by alliekers /img/forum/go_quote.gif
I do agree that variations are part of the gig but I don't believe the chocolate library was intended to have any variations. The DL set/lotion/candle/hand-soap all are sold in a variety of colors/scents so it makes sense that we all got variations. The chocolate library, however, is only made/sold one way. If you ordered from their site, you'd get the 9 different bars.
I swear I'm not trying to be difficult and I realize it's a lot of hullabaloo about chocolate but it's still annoying to me cause I'm a foodie that loves Vosges and have been dying to try these varieties. I agree with you ladies that going to CS would be moot though, so I'll just accept it and enjoy what they sent.
Really? I see two options on their website: mini dark library with three sets of three and mini exotic library with 2-3 of each (9 total).
I got the:
~Epicurean in Lemongrass
~Tocca Candle in Red Currant
~Hand Soap in Olive & Lavender
~Lip & Nail Duo in LET'S DO IT pomegranate red lipstick (sheer) & MY OLD FLAME
~Chocolate Library Three of each
I would have preferred a cuter bag or the multi-chocolate library, but it just didn't work like that. i really like my candle scent and lip / nail duo, so I am happy.
Originally Posted by CAPSLOCK /img/forum/go_quote.gif
Oh, Popsugar, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways... I can't believe people are disappointed with this box! These are amazing, and if you don't want your items, send them my way, I'd love more! I must be their exact demographic for this and the regular monthly box. The monthly box didn't have the value we've come to expect, but I loved all of those items as well.
i got:
The candle in Grace (Casablanca Lily) and I love it's delicate floral scent.
The lotion in Papaya Pineapple which I will likely save for summer, but I love this brand!
The soap in olive lavender
The full assortment of 9 chocolates. I've eaten 3 and I'm in love.
The DL in Let's Do It lipstick and My Old Flame polish. I do have way too much polish, so I don't know that I will keep it, but I do love it!
My only disappointment is the silver envelope purse. I love the other 2 more and would love to trade for one if anyone doesn't love theirs.
I seriously would love more lotion, soap, candles or chocolate and will trade generously from my trade list. I'd also love tea or mugs from the regular box.
Check my picture below. If you like mine I'll trade!
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