*Spoilers* October 2013 Popsugar Must Have Box

[stasi7]

the eyeshadow/liner is really the only thing I'm disappointed with. I subscribe to POPSUGAR to try splurge stuff I would talk myself out of buying.... not to get a $7 NYX palette and liner... I will definitely be trading those.

I agree. This definitely isn't a horrible box by any means, but I wish the makeup palette would have been a little more high end. I think the bracelet is cute and I like that it's for breast cancer, but for that to be the big ticket item stinks in my opinion. From the picture it doesn't look like it's worth $45. Also, I was really hoping for a good mystery book, some tea or a Starbucks giftcard and maybe a cozy throw blanket. That's what I picture when I think of fall. I may have to cancel this sub after over a year of getting it. I have tried stitch fix twice now and both times, I wasn't impressed. I even sent them the link to my Pinterest fashion page which they recommend, but I still didn't like what I received. I will give them another shot w/ this free code bc I like the idea, but 3 strikes and they're out. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />.

 

[AshJs3]

Stitch Fix also has jewelry and accessories! You might email them and see if you can put a note on your profile for accessories only.

 

[Bizgirlva]

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Me too!!

You got it!

 

[Bizgirlva]

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Stitch Fix also has jewelry and accessories! You might email them and see if you can put a note on your profile for accessories only.

Yeah I've gotten a cool scarf and earrings from it, and you'd be surprised about the clothing options and sizes, I think they are expanding sizes as they grow.

 

[BeautifyMyLife]

Am I the only one who's kind of sick of Gorjana & Griffin? I feel like we could use a little variety in the jewelry department.

Also, I hate Julep's polishes -- I think the coverage is terrible.

I'm excited about the cookbook, though!

As much as I don't want to, I think I'm canceling before the price goes up.

 

[nicepenguins]

Am I the only one who's kind of sick of Gorjana & Griffin? I feel like we could use a little variety in the jewelry department.

Yeah they are getting really overexposed. I bought bracelets from them at lucky shops LA 2011 and now own like 10 things. Their stuff is cute but i would like more unique styles.

 

[wurly]

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wow, that is a tiny bracelet.... ugh it sucks to be chunky . I always have to worry about sizing lol but oh well I'm still excited!

That bracelet is bigger than it looks. If you measure it round, not flat (it would measure longer flat), it's almost 3 inches across. Now measure your wrist flat, and you'll see it's probably much smaller than 3 inches. That bracelet is probably 7.5 inches, and should fit most people. It just looks delicate and tiny. Believe me, I'm chunky, and I can't remember the last time a standard size bracelet did not fit me. 

 

[meaganola]

Quote: Originally Posted by wurly /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
That bracelet is bigger than it looks. If you measure it round, not flat (it would measure longer flat), it's almost 3 inches across. Now measure your wrist flat, and you'll see it's probably much smaller than 3 inches. That bracelet is probably 7.5 inches, and should fit most people. It just looks delicate and tiny. Believe me, I'm chunky, and I can't remember the last time a standard size bracelet did not fit me. 

The thing about this one for me is that it's really dainty.  It will look like a piece of thread on my wrist -- and that's if I'm lucky.  Thin bracelets just get lost on my wrist.  I need *chunky* jewelry, especially since I have an inch-wide tattoo black around my left wrist and can't wear jewelry on my right wrist due to how my hand rests when I do 10-key (my job *revolves* around doing 10-key).

 

[LindseyJ]

Love this box! The bracelet is so cute! Is it adjustable? The last bracelet they sent was adjustable, but when I adjusted it to fit, the ends were so long I had to wrap them around the bracelet, lol. My wrist is so tiny! I really like the Julep top coat and just bought a bottle last month, but I'm still happy to get another one! and I don't own any nail polishes in that color blue so i'm excited about that. I might use the cookbook depending on the type of recipes, but if not, not really a big deal to me. I've looked at that NYX shadow pallet a few times and almost bought it, so I'm glad we're getting that! The brush looks like it might be good to use on my daughters hair. Shes 3 and has really long hair that tangles easily. My hair is short so I don't really need it for mine. Overall, VERY happy with this box!

*Ugh, so much in this box that I forgot about some things, lol. The hair pins will definitely get used because, like most, I lose mine constantly! The treat thing will get eaten for sure! I've never used liquid liner, so that will be fun to try and I have no idea what stitchfix is? I'll look it up when i have some more time.

 

[katie danielle]

Quote: Originally Posted by jenniferrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I received an email regarding the price increase. I wish they would offer a reason for it. Shipping cost has increased, more expensive products...something. I always wonder if once prices begin increasing, they will slowly creep up even more over time.
I asked them via email why there was a price increase. I just joined and won't get my first box until November. Here's their vague response:

Hi Katie,

We will be increasing our prices so that we can continue to curate fun, on-trend, and exciting boxes filled with our editors' favorite finds. We're always striving to make our boxes better each month. Throughout the past few months, we have been rolling out new features including our new preferences tool located on your account page [will be a link] to improve our customer's experience and ensure that we are sending products we know they'll love. We hope you continue to enjoy your POPSUGAR Must Have subscription!

Cheers,

POPSUGAR Support

Aside from that, I'm very happy that I didn't get off the waitlist early to receive the October box. It does not seem worth the $35 to me at all. I think the only thing I'd be excited about is the hair brush. I make bracelets that look exactly like the pink one they're giving out, so that's not really exciting to me. Julep and NYX are brands that I'm bored with. I thought PopSugar would be a refreshing change from all the recycled brands I see making their rounds through all the other subs. I hope November's box doesn't disappoint.

 

[jesemiaud]

Also happy with the box. I'll probably use everything in it. I only hope that my Julep isn't a dupe. And if it is I can always throw it in the circular swap box.

 

[ashleyg2]

What a super cheap box. I am so disappointed by this. The bracelet looks like something that would come from one of those "put three quarters in get a cheap piece of jewelry" machines. Bobby pins and some cheap eyeshadow/ liner is not too thrilling... If they are going to send a book at least send one with a story line. I mean come on!! You would think they would have been smart enough to send an awesome box before the price increase. I give them another month to blow me away or I am done!

 

[BratzFan]

yuck. what an awful box. neon string bracelet, bobby pins, and drugstore makeup. what a joke. i really feel like this is their worst box ever.

 

[AshJs3]

I'm glad they mix up the books. We've gotten 2 novels, young adult, DIY, and now a cookbook that is a brand new release. The bracelet is more about the charity than the actual bracelet. I do agree that I wish the makeup was a better brand, but NYX seems to be pretty popular. I'm always happy to add nail polish to my collection and try different brands, especially that top coat. Stitch Fix is a big win for me, and the bobby pins are good for holding my hair back when I'm doing my makeup. Wow, there's really a lot in this box! Also, I cannot believe that there are only 2 more left for the year. Where does the time go?!

 

[stasi7]

I just cancelled my sub after over a year. There are so many other subs out there that fit me better. I'm so excited to order the Nina Garcia box which is $100, but will only really be $65 now that I'm not getting this one anymore. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> At least that's what I'm telling myself to make it easier. Haha! Project DIY is awesome for anyone that loves jewelry and Citrus Lane is awesome for anyone with kiddos. I'm sure I'll still be stalking this thread to see what I'm missing out on, though!

 

[emmzk25]

Not a huge fan of this one. A $7 eyeshadow? That's about the cost of the food they include each month lol. I do like gorjana and julep though. But overall this is a bit of a fail. Oh well, glad others like it!

 

[mckondik]

This looks up my alley

 

[tiffanys]

Quote: Originally Posted by Ann Tucci /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
Cool I'll send you a PM, so I don't clog up this Thread with too much OT.

Me too!

 

[skylola123]

Quote: Originally Posted by stasi7 /img/forum/go_quote.gif

I just cancelled my sub after over a year. There are so many other subs out there that fit me better. I'm so excited to order the Nina Garcia box which is $100, but will only really be $65 now that I'm not getting this one anymore.

At least that's what I'm telling myself to make it easier. Haha! Project DIY is awesome for anyone that loves jewelry and Citrus Lane is awesome for anyone with kiddos. I'm sure I'll still be stalking this thread to see what I'm missing out on, though!

Uhm...what is this Nina Garcia box you are talking about???? /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

 

[nicepenguins]

I'm glad they mix up the books. We've gotten 2 novels, young adult, DIY, and now a cookbook that is a brand new release. !

Agree with this--if you like to read, and prefer more literary novels, I'm trying indiespensable and am planning to post a review of this installment when it arrives. The writer for this edition is JM Coetzee and his work is amazing so I pulled the trigger and subbed. They include an autographed novel plus other items including proof copies of other novels and local products from Portland.