Quarterly Co Nina Garcia *SPOILERS*

[QuixoticGirly]

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Received my box and I love it! This is my favorite box to date! I actually got all the variations I wanted which almost never happens! I loved everything about the box and will use everything in it. I loved how each item was wrapped with her brand, you could tell thought actually went into this box and not just random items. My variations: clover frame, the elephant bracelet and the pink notebook

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  LOVE THIS BOX!!  Loved both of her boxes for different reasons.  Absolutely will use everything.  Rocking the top right now.  Variations: skull (love!), mustard notepad, chevron.  Nina really knows how to curate a box!  So happy that I got in on this from the beginning.
This is exactly how I feel! I loved it when I first got it, and as the days go by and the items settle into my life, I love it even more. Even the few items I'm trading, I still think they are great. I just have too much. And, I am completely OBSESSED with the Lafco soap for some reason. I adore discovering new loves like this.

 

[afwife8405]

The Revive night serum is heavenly. I absolutely adore it. I am going to be sad when it runs out.

 

[QuixoticGirly]

The Revive night serum is heavenly. I absolutely adore it. I am going to be sad when it runs out.

Good to know! I haven't tried it yet. Trying to be a good girl and use up my other opened serums first.

 

[afwife8405]

Just painted my nails with Greenade and I like it a lot more than I thought I would from looking at the bottle. It isn't something I would have picked out on my own but I will definitely be using it again in the future.

 

[feisty1]

I tried the serum for two nights only and my skin feels incredible! It's so expensive but I am buying it for my skin routine. I also want to try the night cream as it has such wonderful reviews. Love Love💗

 

[sunsandsurflife]

After a few days with this box, I have to add my name to the list of those that liked Box #1 more 

.  The tee is so cute but way too big, the shark necklace is so small/looks cheap, the heart bracelet I got isn't very trendy IMO, and I have no need for a teeny notebook.  

I appreciate the idea of the box- I'm hanging on until box #3, hoping it's a better match for my tastes (trendy/luxe)

 

[kittycatz]

I'm a long time reader, first time poster on MUT so I hope I'm doing this right /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I love the Nina Garcia box! It's the first box in a long time that I've kept most of the items for myself (what's up with that shark's tooth necklace?). It reminds me of what Popsugar used to be when it first came out. As for the tshirt being too big, I belt it and wear it over leggings. When it gets hot I Willkie wear it as a swimsuit coverup.

 

[CuriouslyAmanda]

I received my box this past weekend and I adored each and every thing. I love the variety in her boxes; it feels like a birthday present each time when I unwrap all of the little pieces. The nail polish was bright and lovely and I fell in love with it; perfect spring color. Adore the cuff and have been wearing it daily. The makeup kit is beautiful. The t-shirt looked fantastic when I wore it with my black skinny jeans. 

Even the things I wasn't initially sold on (the shark tooth necklace) are wheedling their way into my heart. I even threw the poster up on in the corner of my home office. (I'm visual ... male abs are nice eye candy ...) The wallet is very spring-like although I would have to make a conscious effort to switch my cards into it on days I want to use it and I'm a bit lazy; that will probably be my least used item. I received the notebook in blue and the pen in white so it was all very nicely coordinated. 

I look at the items from #NGQ01 and the only thing I never got into wearing was the fur stole but that was my own lack of appropriate coats to pair it with. (The stole will come out next season though.) This is definitely my favorite sub and if I have to give up all others (Birchbox, PSMH, other Quarterlys, etc.) this is the one I'll stay with. 

That said, to respond to some of the other comments, I was initially worried about the shirt but then I saw the size and read her intentions. If you're smaller then you can pair it with skinny jeans or heavy leggings and the contrast of super baggy on top and skinny on bottom looks really good. (It also looks great layered under a blazer with the shirt sticking out the bottom with a flared edge. And someone else mentioned belting it, which also works.) If you're larger then you might find yourself wearing it more as a regular shirt which would also be cute. I can see it not accommodating people in the mid-range because then it could end up looking like a shirt that just doesn't fit. So that's a problem. 

Now, I'll also admit I was a little surprised to see two serums. (I'm already up to my ears in serums.) I tried the night serum the first day and then cracked open Philosophy the next morning. I've not tried the night serum again since because Philosophy has such a strict expiration date due to the mixing in of the booster. Does anyone have personal experience with Time in a Bottle? I must have over half a dozen serums right now and it's hard to know what to use and when. (I've gotten rid of ones that don't react well with my skin already.) 

 

[mckondik]

Finally got my shipping notice. I'd had credit card issues... Looks like I won't get my box until sometime next week. Sigh!

 

[feisty1]

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I received my box this past weekend and I adored each and every thing. I love the variety in her boxes; it feels like a birthday present each time when I unwrap all of the little pieces. The nail polish was bright and lovely and I fell in love with it; perfect spring color. Adore the cuff and have been wearing it daily. The makeup kit is beautiful. The t-shirt looked fantastic when I wore it with my black skinny jeans.  Even the things I wasn't initially sold on (the shark tooth necklace) are wheedling their way into my heart. I even threw the poster up on in the corner of my home office. (I'm visual ... male abs are nice eye candy ...) The wallet is very spring-like although I would have to make a conscious effort to switch my cards into it on days I want to use it and I'm a bit lazy; that will probably be my least used item. I received the notebook in blue and the pen in white so it was all very nicely coordinated.  I look at the items from #NGQ01 and the only thing I never got into wearing was the fur stole but that was my own lack of appropriate coats to pair it with. (The stole will come out next season though.) This is definitely my favorite sub and if I have to give up all others (Birchbox, PSMH, other Quarterlys, etc.) this is the one I'll stay with.  That said, to respond to some of the other comments, I was initially worried about the shirt but then I saw the size and read her intentions. If you're smaller then you can pair it with skinny jeans or heavy leggings and the contrast of super baggy on top and skinny on bottom looks really good. (It also looks great layered under a blazer with the shirt sticking out the bottom with a flared edge. And someone else mentioned belting it, which also works.) If you're larger then you might find yourself wearing it more as a regular shirt which would also be cute. I can see it not accommodating people in the mid-range because then it could end up looking like a shirt that just doesn't fit. So that's a problem.  Now, I'll also admit I was a little surprised to see two serums. (I'm already up to my ears in serums.) I tried the night serum the first day and then cracked open Philosophy the next morning. I've not tried the night serum again since because Philosophy has such a strict expiration date due to the mixing in of the booster. Does anyone have personal experience with Time in a Bottle? I must have over half a dozen serums right now and it's hard to know what to use and when. (I've gotten rid of ones that don't react well with my skin already.)  [/quote I have been using Time in a bottle for almost a year and I love it!!! I use it during the day and the revive at night and my skin looks so good! I also use philosphy oxygen moisturizer. Works great for me! I have combo skin.

 

[CuriouslyAmanda]

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I received my box this past weekend and I adored each and every thing. I love the variety in her boxes; it feels like a birthday present each time when I unwrap all of the little pieces. The nail polish was bright and lovely and I fell in love with it; perfect spring color. Adore the cuff and have been wearing it daily. The makeup kit is beautiful. The t-shirt looked fantastic when I wore it with my black skinny jeans. 

Even the things I wasn't initially sold on (the shark tooth necklace) are wheedling their way into my heart. I even threw the poster up on in the corner of my home office. (I'm visual ... male abs are nice eye candy ...) The wallet is very spring-like although I would have to make a conscious effort to switch my cards into it on days I want to use it and I'm a bit lazy; that will probably be my least used item. I received the notebook in blue and the pen in white so it was all very nicely coordinated. 

I look at the items from #NGQ01 and the only thing I never got into wearing was the fur stole but that was my own lack of appropriate coats to pair it with. (The stole will come out next season though.) This is definitely my favorite sub and if I have to give up all others (Birchbox, PSMH, other Quarterlys, etc.) this is the one I'll stay with. 

That said, to respond to some of the other comments, I was initially worried about the shirt but then I saw the size and read her intentions. If you're smaller then you can pair it with skinny jeans or heavy leggings and the contrast of super baggy on top and skinny on bottom looks really good. (It also looks great layered under a blazer with the shirt sticking out the bottom with a flared edge. And someone else mentioned belting it, which also works.) If you're larger then you might find yourself wearing it more as a regular shirt which would also be cute. I can see it not accommodating people in the mid-range because then it could end up looking like a shirt that just doesn't fit. So that's a problem. 

Now, I'll also admit I was a little surprised to see two serums. (I'm already up to my ears in serums.) I tried the night serum the first day and then cracked open Philosophy the next morning. I've not tried the night serum again since because Philosophy has such a strict expiration date due to the mixing in of the booster. Does anyone have personal experience with Time in a Bottle? I must have over half a dozen serums right now and it's hard to know what to use and when. (I've gotten rid of ones that don't react well with my skin already.) 
[/quote I have been using Time in a bottle for almost a year and I love it!!! I use it during the day and the revive at night and my skin looks so good! I also use philosphy oxygen moisturizer. Works great for me! I have combo skin.
Sounds like a good routine! I think I'll start just using Philosophy in the morning and work my way through the other serum as a night serum. Thank you! 

 

[tikipare]

I finally got my box and despite being thoroughly spoiled about its contents I loved it - especially the notebook and Laura Mercier. And I actually love the bracelet as well? I didn't expect it to be so delicate. 

But the nail polish somehow EXPLODED and the green was everywhere, but thanks to the tissue everything was fine. That's never happened to me before with a subscription box, though. 

 

[QuixoticGirly]

I finally got my box and despite being thoroughly spoiled about its contents I loved it - especially the notebook and Laura Mercier. And I actually love the bracelet as well? I didn't expect it to be so delicate.  But the nail polish somehow EXPLODED and the green was everywhere, but thanks to the tissue everything was fine. That's never happened to me before with a subscription box, though. 

Yikes! Glad all your other items were ok.

 

[Spiritwind10]

This link explains how to tie it: http://www.polishthestars.com/2013/08/how-to-make-adjustable-necklace-knot.html Because of the tassels, you don't need to worry about tucking the ends in. 

I finally got my box and despite being thoroughly spoiled about its contents I loved it - especially the notebook and Laura Mercier. And I actually love the bracelet as well? I didn't expect it to be so delicate.  But the nail polish somehow EXPLODED and the green was everywhere, but thanks to the tissue everything was fine. That's never happened to me before with a subscription box, though. 

Glad your items were OK. I'd let Quarterly know about it!

 

[MUfiend]

I'm a long time reader, first time poster on MUT so I hope I'm doing this right /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I love the Nina Garcia box! It's the first box in a long time that I've kept most of the items for myself (what's up with that shark's tooth necklace?). It reminds me of what Popsugar used to be when it first came out. As for the tshirt being too big, I belt it and wear it over leggings. When it gets hot I Willkie wear it as a swimsuit coverup.

Welcome!

 

[subbox]

Has anyone tried out the Laura Mercier product? It is lovely! Very natural finish. 

 

[QuixoticGirly]

Has anyone tried out the Laura Mercier product? It is lovely! Very natural finish. 

I love the natural finish of creams, esp in the summer & I've been having a really hard time not breaking into it. I put it up for trade because I just have waaaaay too much makeup (wow, did I just say that out loud?) Everything from LM is lovely in my opinion.....sigh...

 

[paparazzimom]

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  Has anyone tried out the Laura Mercier product? It is lovely! Very natural finish. 

Same here! After much debate, I caved and used it. I absolutely love it! Perfect for minimal makeup days that I don't want to look like I'm apart of the "walking dead" cast. LOL

 

[Spiritwind10]

I love the natural finish of creams, esp in the summer & I've been having a really hard time not breaking into it. I put it up for trade because I just have waaaaay too much makeup (wow, did I just say that out loud?) Everything from LM is lovely in my opinion.....sigh...

I have tried it and it is really awesome! There are times I don't have the energy or time to do the whole spille and this compact will be great for those days! I love Laura Mercer anyway so this compact was a big hit with me! She has the most beautiful makeup and makeup cases and it just all flows together! Love it!

 

[sunsandsurflife]

Now that I'm done with my dislikes, I do want to add, that I LOVE both the nail polish and the revive serum.  Since the nail polish is exclusive, I keep wondering if someone will see it on me and recognize it- or maybe I'll spot it on someone else.  I think that's so cool to have an exclusive nail color and the polish is perfect for spring!