Quarterly Co Nina Garcia *SPOILERS*

[sparklesgirlxox]

 
I had to use the end of  a pin to open the knot up than the threat moved on the necklace.

 

[queenofserendip]

Question about trading: I know MUT has rules about how/where we can do swaps/trades, so how exactly can we post if we want to put something up for trade? I'm wanting to trade my wallet and my bracelet, but I don't see a place to tell people this. Thanks!

 

[MoiSurtout]

Comparing 1 to 2:

Magazine – magazine

Soap – soap

Nail polish – nail polish

Studded cuff  – gold bangle

Ear cuff  – shark tooth necklace

5-piece skincare set – 2 serums

Lipstick – face palette

Stole – tshirt, notebook, pen, tea, wallet, collage, frame, perfume sample

There are items I like better in 1, but for me 2 is the obvious winner. I didn’t get the first box though, so maybe I’d feel differently if I had. 

 

[feisty1]

I am also curious. In case I get the skull bracelet

Question about trading: I know MUT has rules about how/where we can do swaps/trades, so how exactly can we post if we want to put something up for trade? I'm wanting to trade my wallet and my bracelet, but I don't see a place to tell people this. Thanks!

 

[sparklesgirlxox]

Quote: Originally Posted by phanne /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
I actually think 2 is better than 1, But I would actually use more of 1 than 2. If that makes sense.
I loved box one more. I used everything in the box and the box was more me. I love this box however I do not need more serums and the floral wallet isn't me . I am not a floral girl. My daughter grabbed it.  I love both boxes because of the value.  There are things in this box like the tee shirt I wont use either.

 

[ikecarus]

Quote: Originally Posted by MoiSurtout /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Comparing 1 to 2:

Magazine – magazine

Soap – soap

Nail polish – nail polish

Studded cuff  – gold bangle

Ear cuff  – shark tooth necklace

5-piece skincare set – 2 serums

Lipstick – face palette

Stole – tshirt, notebook, pen, tea, wallet, collage, frame, perfume sample

There are items I like better in 1, but for me 2 is the obvious winner. I didn’t get the first box though, so maybe I’d feel differently if I had. 
I prefer box 2! Mostly because it has more things that I can use. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> Plus, I'd already traded for the ear cuff (which was the item I wanted from box 1) so I'm happy. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[ikecarus]

Quote: Originally Posted by queenofserendip /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Question about trading: I know MUT has rules about how/where we can do swaps/trades, so how exactly can we post if we want to put something up for trade? I'm wanting to trade my wallet and my bracelet, but I don't see a place to tell people this. Thanks!
I just listed the items on my trade list and then posted my trade list here: https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/131814/mut-traders-list-your-swaps

 

[sparklesgirlxox]

Quote: Originally Posted by queenofserendip /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Hmmm, I was super happy with my box (except the bracelet and wallet) but the first one really had more of a luxe feel than this one. I probably would have rather had 6-7 more luxury items and really speciality items rather than 15 (although I counted 16) things that were mixed in quality. I'm not complaining at all, but I think the 5-year celebration box ended up being a huge project that turned into a very mixed bag. That being said, it could just be because I didn't sub to the first one and I'll forever be sad that I don't have that box, haha! I will definitely not be unsubbing to this one. This is one to watch, for sure.
That is true the first one had more luxe feel to me and more of a trendy vibe.  I would rather have less items that are worth more . But I love them both and cannot wait till the next one.  I loved my bracelet so much  in this one I ordered more  stuff because this fits my small wrist

 

[MoiSurtout]

Got my box! It was fun to drink the tea whilst opening everything else. 

My variations were gardenia soap, skull bracelet, blue notebook (yay!) and the smaller frame. Really pleased with those variations, though I want to trade for the chevron frame too. I was planning on trading the bangle, but it fits my wrist perfectly and although I normally don't wear skulls, these are actually kind of cute.

Hated the soap, but my mother loves gardenia and liked it. I'm always happy when I get something in a box that she wants. I took a moment to show off my necklace, and she looked at me sadly and said, 'It's nice, sure, but somewhere a silver shark is missing a tooth!' 

I love that the collage was included, but this particular artist's style isn't really for me. It would be cool though if NG got a different artist to do something for each box. She must be inspired by a lot of visual media and it's interesting to get a glimpse of that. I'm going to save it.

By the way, this knotting technique works really well with the necklace, to make it adjustable so you never have to retie it: 

http://www.polishthestars.com/2013/08/how-to-make-adjustable-necklace-knot.html

 

[katyrn]

I got the skull bracelet. It was the one thing that I really didn't want... but maybe I'll keep it. Isn't the point of trying out these boxes to try new things and step out of our comfort zone?

The gardenia soap smells divine and I can't wait to use it! I don't have any clue of what to do with this poster... trash? And I'm actually excited about the shirt, it is muy cool!

 

[LisaLeah]

Silly question but were there variations with the pen?

( I am a bit of a pen freak /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />)

My pen was white w/ silver.

Anyone else get any other color?

Oh and the string for the shark tooth necklace does not lay straight.

It's all twisty and bendy.

Any thoughts how to straighten it?

 

[ikecarus]

Quote: Originally Posted by LisaLeah /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Silly question but were there variations with the pen?

( I am a bit of a pen freak /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />)

My pen was white w/ silver.

Anyone else get any other color?

Oh and the string for the shark tooth necklace does not lay straight.

It's all twisty and bendy.

Any thoughts how to straighten it?
I'm pretty sure everyone got a white pen. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

 

[charelldana]

Okay, having opened the box now, I feel a little better about the quality of some of the items.  

I got chevron frame, purple notebook, and spike bracelet for my variations.  If anyone wants to trade notebook colors, let me know.  

The bracelet is really pretty and actually fits my small wrist perfectly.  I love it.  The shark tooth is also very cool, though I think I am going to iron the cord to get it to lay flat.  

I am not thrilled with the wallet (a little cheap) and the shirt is huge on me, way too big to even pass as oversized.  

The beauty products are actually a little nicer than I expected, the soap is huge and the serums look like quality items.  Overall, I'm happy with this box, though hopefully next quarter's box has more of a theme.  

 

[QuixoticGirly]

Question about trading: I know MUT has rules about how/where we can do swaps/trades, so how exactly can we post if we want to put something up for trade? I'm wanting to trade my wallet and my bracelet, but I don't see a place to tell people this. Thanks!

I just added my unwanted Nina G items to my other swap threads & classified and put it in my signature. I think that's the best way. I haven't seen a current swap thread for this box. I could be wrong?

 

[QuixoticGirly]

Got my box today even though my expected delivery date was Monday! Love the amount/variety of items & I think all together they make a great box. My thoughts: Spanglish shirt - not something I would ever buy, but now that it's in my hands I'm going to work it tucked in front with skinny jeans or boyfriends. Breaking out of my C-zone! Shark tooth necklace - Love! Saw it in Marie Claire & wished for it. Greenade nail polish - not my color, but will make a fun gift or trade. C Wonder bangle - I got the elephant-love! So delicate! Serums - Great companies & I love to try new skin care. Floral Wallet - I use the same wallet every day, but this will be gifted or traded easily. It's pretty! Lafco soap - Love. Going in the guest room. Laura Mercier compact - I don't need any more makeup, so I'll be trading it, but it's lovely and a nice value! Donkey Tea - Cute! I'm actually sending this to my best friend who is obsessed with both donkeys and Nina. This will make her smile. Pen and notebook - Pen is chic, so happy I got the blue notebook. Love both, especially together! Jonathan Adler Picture frame - I would have rather gotten the chevron pattern, but it is nice & chic. Poster & Mag - fun additions, but no value to me. I gave my extra mag to my daughter & I'm not sure what to do with the poster? I do agree that the first box was more luxe, but I find this one more practical and fun. I'm still sad I missed out on the baublebar cuff from the first box, but I can't believe I'm able to use so many items from this box. Nina did good.

 

[MUfiend]

Got my box today even though my expected delivery date was Monday! Love the amount/variety of items & I think all together they make a great box. My thoughts: Spanglish shirt - not something I would ever buy, but now that it's in my hands I'm going to work it tucked in front with skinny jeans or boyfriends. Breaking out of my C-zone! Shark tooth necklace - Love! Saw it in Marie Claire & wished for it. Greenade nail polish - not my color, but will make a fun gift or trade. C Wonder bangle - I got the elephant-love! So delicate! Serums - Great companies & I love to try new skin care. Floral Wallet - I use the same wallet every day, but this will be gifted or traded easily. It's pretty! Lafco soap - Love. Going in the guest room. Laura Mercier compact - I don't need any more makeup, so I'll be trading it, but it's lovely and a nice value! Donkey Tea - Cute! I'm actually sending this to my best friend who is obsessed with both donkeys and Nina. This will make her smile. Pen and notebook - Pen is chic, so happy I got the blue notebook. Love both, especially together! Jonathan Adler Picture frame - I would have rather gotten the chevron pattern, but it is nice & chic. Poster & Mag - fun additions, but no value to me. I gave my extra mag to my daughter & I'm not sure what to do with the poster? I do agree that the first box was more luxe, but I find this one more practical and fun. I'm still sad I missed out on the baublebar cuff from the first box, but I can't believe I'm able to use so many items from this box. Nina did good.

sigh...is the poster in the magazine? I didn't see one in the box. What does it look like?

 

[naturalactions]

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


sigh...is the poster in the magazine? I didn't see one in the box. What does it look like?
It's about 11x18 and the back of it is blue. It was not in the magazine, mine was behind the pack with Nina's letter.

 

[QuixoticGirly]

sigh...is the poster in the magazine? I didn't see one in the box. What does it look like?

 

[MUfiend]

It's about 11x18 and the back of it is blue. It was not in the magazine, mine was behind the pack with Nina's letter.

Thanks guys. It's interesting. This definitely wasn't in my box. Don't know if I'll even bother calling.

 

[naturalactions]

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



Thanks guys. It's interesting. This definitely wasn't in my box. Don't know if I'll even bother calling.
You're too nice. When I pulled it out, my husband and I were like WTF? and it went straight into the recycling bin. I guess we don't have an appreciation for this type of art.