*Spoilers* October 2013 Popsugar Must Have Box

[secrethoarder]

Quote: Originally Posted by normajean2008 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  So just to recap...  They are going to charge us MORE each month, because they gave us a survey for preferences.

Meaning they've had to of READ those preferences to do so starting next month.

So they know a good portion of their subscribers are above a size 14 (based also on past issues with size related items as well).

Meanwhile at PopSugar..."What the hell?  Let's send them all a coupon/gift card to a place that wont service anybody over a size 14!  That sounds like an excellent box item!  Maybe they can hang it up on their fridge to motivate them to lose the chunk!"

((This is the only thing I can think of their reasoning behind this box item))

I can deal with the drugstore makeup, hair brushes, etc.  I think this is a crock of crap about this card though, since we can't even use it on accessories if we're over a size 14.  Last time I checked, other than ring sizes (which don't correlate to pant/shirt size) and bracelet sizes, accessories didn't come sized.

I think PopSugar owes us $20!  /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

If anybody else actually can use and wants another stitchfix card, I'll trade you mine for a shoptiques card, just PM me.

I'm with you on this one. I really enjoy my PopSugar boxes but I think it's incredibly inconsiderate to send items that exclude women who wear larger sizes, especially because they KNOW some of their subscribers can't use the card at all! I think they should be compensating everyone who filled out the survey and now can't use the StitchFix card. Seems like a slap in the face. It's just a bad idea on their part since there are so many things they could have sent that aren't sized! A cute purse or wallet would have been nice. It's disappointing because I can't recommend this sub box to a lot of my friends due to their sizing issues. 

 

[nicepenguins]

One thing I also find problematic (I am in the range for stitch fix so I can at least use the card, but still empathize with those who can't) is that PS has not been that good with CS since the wrap and panties issue from feb. Ever since, complaints seem to be met with canned replies. Not okay, and I hope the women who complain this time around are met with real CS, like a comped box or a half-off box next time.

 

[DeanaM]

I know a lot of people have offered, but if anyone would like another Stitchfix code I would be happy to trade! I am a size 14, told them I was and they still said they couldn't fit me. Clearly it's not meant to be. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[TheNewMrsRivers]

Is there a swap/trade/sell thread for October yet?

Looking for the pink bracelet (s) and diffusers -- give me all the diffusers. 

Would consider buying the whole/most of box.

Getting my first monthly box in November /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

 

[superhans]

i haven't used stitchfix yet, but from what i've read in other forums, they do send at least 1 accessory item (or you can ask for more) such as jewelry or scarves. if you like the accessory, you could use the $20 for that and send the rest back (no cost) and then still get the value of it. and if you don't like it, you can send it all back and at least you're not out any $$. it sucks you wouldn't be able to enjoy the clothing, but at least if you're not in the size range you could do that to get around it and just put the upper limit of the size they accept (and perhaps styling notes saying you like loose fitting, drapey tops or something).

not a great workaround, but at least a way to still spend the card and hopefully get something nice out of it

 

[DeanaM]

Quote: Originally Posted by TheNewMrsRivers /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Is there a swap/trade/sell thread for October yet?

Looking for the pink bracelet (s) and diffusers -- give me all the diffusers. 

Would consider buying the whole/most of box.

Getting my first monthly box in November /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 
I'd be happy to trade or sell with you! I was never going to wear the bracelet and it would be nice to know that someone will enjoy it!

 

[PinkShanyn]

Quote: Originally Posted by superhans /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  i haven't used stitchfix yet, but from what i've read in other forums, they do send at least 1 accessory item (or you can ask for more) such as jewelry or scarves. if you like the accessory, you could use the $20 for that and send the rest back (no cost) and then still get the value of it. and if you don't like it, you can send it all back and at least you're not out any $$. it sucks you wouldn't be able to enjoy the clothing, but at least if you're not in the size range you could do that to get around it and just put the upper limit of the size they accept (and perhaps styling notes saying you like loose fitting, drapey tops or something).

not a great workaround, but at least a way to still spend the card and hopefully get something nice out of it

Unfortunately, that's not how THEY work.   If you don't fit their sizing you are LOCKED OUT.  there is no option to select more accessories -- they simply refuse to work with you. 

 

[superhans]

Will it let you go back and select a lower size? I realize it sucks to put down a size you *know* won't fit, but just a suggestion for working around the system and getting the accessories. (and perhaps a tip for others who haven't enrolled yet but want to get something out of the card)

 

[jenniferrose]

I'm not sure if this is helpful. I had to make a list of the boxes I subscribed to. Then I narrowed down the list into a new column of the things I actually like from the boxes, which I narrowed down into a column of the things I actually use. I was trying to figure out if it is worth continuing a subscription or not. Just thought I would share my list. I put it in a spoiler since it is long and it does technically spoil October.

Spoiler

January

Stability Ball ($39)

Watch ($50)

Epicuren Balm ($9)

Hot Chocolate Sticks ($6)

Marshmallows ($1)

Think Thin Bars ($5)

Castegram Code ($15)

February

Spa Wrap ($84)

Hanky Panky ($20)

Safe Haven Book ($10)

Jewelry Cleaner ($10)

Revlon Just Bitten ($7)

MarieBelle Chocolates ($12)

Conversation Hearts ($1)

March

Tassle Necklace ($85)

Corkscrew ($14)

Laundry Detergent ($19)

Buxom Mascara ($19)

New Black Nail Polish ($10)

Sweater Saver ($6)

Fashion Tape ($2)

Peeps ($1)

April

Blotting Papers ($15)

Kai Perfume ($48)

Quinoa Chocolate Bar ($4)

Garment Bag ($10)

Shashi Bracelet ($28)

May Beauty Blender Set ($24)

Pacifica Lip Tint ($7)

Margarita Set ($8)

Mindi Kaling Questions ($13)

Wide Brim Hat ($28)

Charm and Chain Code ($30)

Chips ($1)

Tote Bag ($5)

June

Devil Wears Prada Bk ($15)

Addicted to Sweat DVD (20)

G&G Scarf ($62)

G&G Card ($25)

JB Moisturizer ($65)

JB CC Samples ($7)

Mint Tube ($2)

Fit Popcorn ($5)

July

Ice Cube Tray ($6)

Cookie Chips ($2)

Ice Tea ($6)

Supergoop ($42)

NCLA Nail Polish ($16)

Baublebar Necklace ($28)

August

G&G Circle Necklace ($65)

Bentgo Box ($15)

Apple Bowl ($45)

Body Wash ($11)

Dermalogica ($20)

Chevron Planner ($17)

Naturebox Apples ($4)

September

Diffuser ($45)

P.S. You’re Invited DIY ($16)

Coaster Set ($16)

Headbands ($12)

Shoptiques Card ($25)

That’s It Bars ($2)

Sharkies ($2)

October

Cookbook ($17)

NYX Liner ($6)

NYX Palette ($7)

G&G Pink Bracelet ($45)

Julep Polish ($28)

Brush ($14)

Bobby Pins ($12)

Marshmallow Treat ($4)

Stitch Fix Card ($20)

 

[stasi7]

I don't see why you can't just choose a size that they offer and then just choose to have accessories sent. I know there's a place on there where you can check off what things you do not want them to send you. Has anybody emailed stitch fix and asked what they can do?

 

[ginmorel]

Quote: Originally Posted by jenniferrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I'm not sure if this is helpful. I had to make a list of the boxes I subscribed to. Then I narrowed down the list into a new column of the things I actually like from the boxes, which I narrowed down into a column of the things I actually use. I was trying to figure out if it is worth continuing a subscription or not. Just thought I would share my list. I put it in a spoiler since it is long and it does technically spoil October.

Spoiler

January

Stability Ball ($39)

Watch ($50)

Epicuren Balm ($9)

Hot Chocolate Sticks ($6)

Marshmallows ($1)

Think Thin Bars ($5)

Castegram Code ($15)

February

Spa Wrap ($84)

Hanky Panky ($20)

Safe Haven Book ($10)

Jewelry Cleaner ($10)

Revlon Just Bitten ($7)

MarieBelle Chocolates ($12)

Conversation Hearts ($1)

March

Tassle Necklace ($85)

Corkscrew ($14)

Laundry Detergent ($19)

Buxom Mascara ($19)

New Black Nail Polish ($10)

Sweater Saver ($6)

Fashion Tape ($2)

Peeps ($1)

April

Blotting Papers ($15)

Kai Perfume ($48)

Quinoa Chocolate Bar ($4)

Garment Bag ($10)

Shashi Bracelet ($28)

May Beauty Blender Set ($24)

Pacifica Lip Tint ($7)

Margarita Set ($8)

Mindi Kaling Questions ($13)

Wide Brim Hat ($28)

Charm and Chain Code ($30)

Chips ($1)

Tote Bag ($5)

June

Devil Wears Prada Bk ($15)

Addicted to Sweat DVD (20)

G&G Scarf ($62)

G&G Card ($25)

JB Moisturizer ($65)

JB CC Samples ($7)

Mint Tube ($2)

Fit Popcorn ($5)

July

Ice Cube Tray ($6)

Cookie Chips ($2)

Ice Tea ($6)

Supergoop ($42)

NCLA Nail Polish ($16)

Baublebar Necklace ($28)

August

G&G Circle Necklace ($65)

Bentgo Box ($15)

Apple Bowl ($45)

Body Wash ($11)

Dermalogica ($20)

Chevron Planner ($17)

Naturebox Apples ($4)

September

Diffuser ($45)

P.S. You’re Invited DIY ($16)

Coaster Set ($16)

Headbands ($12)

Shoptiques Card ($25)

That’s It Bars ($2)

Sharkies ($2)

October

Cookbook ($17)

NYX Liner ($6)

NYX Palette ($7)

G&G Pink Bracelet ($45)

Julep Polish ($28)

Brush ($14)

Bobby Pins ($12)

Marshmallow Treat ($4)

Stitch Fix Card ($20)

Thank you! This is awesome. I was going to do the same thing

 

[jenniferrose]

Quote: Originally Posted by ginmorel /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
Thank you! This is awesome. I was going to do the same thing

You think it's awesome until you actually do it. For example, I enjoyed the stability ball, balm, hot chocolate, and marshmallows from January. But I already had a stability ball and plenty of lip balm so although I hope to use those two items one day, I technically only used the hot chocolate and marshmallows. Which is super sad. But this was the worst month in terms of actual use for me.

 

[PinkShanyn]

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

I don't see why you can't just choose a size that they offer and then just choose to have accessories sent. I know there's a place on there where you can check off what things you do not want them to send you. Has anybody emailed stitch fix and asked what they can do?

It doesn't allow you to go back and change it -- plus they also ask weight /height ratios as well as bra size -- so essentially us bigger girls will be seriously GUESSING weights/sizes just to get a .... bracelet?  i mean honestly, that's cray cray. 

 

[PinkShanyn]

Sent to StitchFix:

Hi Stitch Fix:::As a Popsugar Must Have subscriber, I received a coupon code for your service.  I have tried adjusting my answers numerous times to be able to access your site.  Everytime I am told you don't work with my size.   While I think that's sad that you don't offer plus sized items, I understand.   However, I am told you offer accessories.  I would like to give your service a try -- is there anyway I can get an account to give it a go for the accessories only?  This fat girl loves a scarf, necklace, or purse.   /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  Thanks for your time.   

 

[nicepenguins]

Quote: Originally Posted by jenniferrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I'm not sure if this is helpful. I had to make a list of the boxes I subscribed to. Then I narrowed down the list into a new column of the things I actually like from the boxes, which I narrowed down into a column of the things I actually use. I was trying to figure out if it is worth continuing a subscription or not. Just thought I would share my list. I put it in a spoiler since it is long and it does technically spoil October.

Spoiler

January

Stability Ball ($39)

Watch ($50)

Epicuren Balm ($9)

Hot Chocolate Sticks ($6)

Marshmallows ($1)

Think Thin Bars ($5)

Castegram Code ($15)

February

Spa Wrap ($84)

Hanky Panky ($20)

Safe Haven Book ($10)

Jewelry Cleaner ($10)

Revlon Just Bitten ($7)

MarieBelle Chocolates ($12)

Conversation Hearts ($1)

March

Tassle Necklace ($85)

Corkscrew ($14)

Laundry Detergent ($19)

Buxom Mascara ($19)

New Black Nail Polish ($10)

Sweater Saver ($6)

Fashion Tape ($2)

Peeps ($1)

April

Blotting Papers ($15)

Kai Perfume ($48)

Quinoa Chocolate Bar ($4)

Garment Bag ($10)

Shashi Bracelet ($28)

May Beauty Blender Set ($24)

Pacifica Lip Tint ($7)

Margarita Set ($8)

Mindi Kaling Questions ($13)

Wide Brim Hat ($28)

Charm and Chain Code ($30)

Chips ($1)

Tote Bag ($5)

June

Devil Wears Prada Bk ($15)

Addicted to Sweat DVD (20)

G&G Scarf ($62)

G&G Card ($25)

JB Moisturizer ($65)

JB CC Samples ($7)

Mint Tube ($2)

Fit Popcorn ($5)

July

Ice Cube Tray ($6)

Cookie Chips ($2)

Ice Tea ($6)

Supergoop ($42)

NCLA Nail Polish ($16)

Baublebar Necklace ($28)

August

G&G Circle Necklace ($65)

Bentgo Box ($15)

Apple Bowl ($45)

Body Wash ($11)

Dermalogica ($20)

Chevron Planner ($17)

Naturebox Apples ($4)

September

Diffuser ($45)

P.S. You’re Invited DIY ($16)

Coaster Set ($16)

Headbands ($12)

Shoptiques Card ($25)

That’s It Bars ($2)

Sharkies ($2)

October

Cookbook ($17)

NYX Liner ($6)

NYX Palette ($7)

G&G Pink Bracelet ($45)

Julep Polish ($28)

Brush ($14)

Bobby Pins ($12)

Marshmallow Treat ($4)

Stitch Fix Card ($20)

Based on this, my most-used boxes have been Feb, Mar, and June. Interesting!

 

[JesicaXnn]

Quote: Originally Posted by DeanaM /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I know a lot of people have offered, but if anyone would like another Stitchfix code I would be happy to trade! I am a size 14, told them I was and they still said they couldn't fit me. Clearly it's not meant to be. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />
If you still haven't traded with anyone I would be happy to trade your Stitchfix code for my Shoptiques one from last month!

 

[ginmorel]

Quote: Originally Posted by jenniferrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
You think it's awesome until you actually do it. For example, I enjoyed the stability ball, balm, hot chocolate, and marshmallows from January. But I already had a stability ball and plenty of lip balm so although I hope to use those two items one day, I technically only used the hot chocolate and marshmallows. Which is super sad. But this was the worst month in terms of actual use for me.
Yea... Now that I'm looking at it I barely really use most of the things. Now that I really think about this it doesn't make sense to keep the subscription with the price increase.

 

[RebeccaHiles]

Does anyone want my stitchfix card? I'll trade for just about anything else. Not only is it useless to me (I'm a fat girl), it's also just too expensive of a service for me.

<3

 

[AmandaMaven]

Quote: Originally Posted by PinkShanyn /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Sent to StitchFix:

Hi Stitch Fix:::As a Popsugar Must Have subscriber, I received a coupon code for your service.  I have tried adjusting my answers numerous times to be able to access your site.  Everytime I am told you don't work with my size.   While I think that's sad that you don't offer plus sized items, I understand.   However, I am told you offer accessories.  I would like to give your service a try -- is there anyway I can get an account to give it a go for the accessories only?  This fat girl loves a scarf, necklace, or purse.   /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  Thanks for your time.   

That sounds like a good letter. I will send them a similar one. I really don't understand why they decided to add a Stitch Fix gift card in either, but I am trying not to dwell on it too much; It's not their fault I am 4 sizes too big, but it would have been great for them to add something more people can use considering many of us are not size 14 and under. Maybe if we send a few like this, they will let us do an accessory box and maybe make it a permanent option for them (not likely, but a girl can dream!)

 

[jenniferrose]

Quote: Originally Posted by ginmorel /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Yea... Now that I'm looking at it I barely really use most of the things. Now that I really think about this it doesn't make sense to keep the subscription with the price increase.

I do enjoy the surprise in the mail each month and will hopefully gift some things for Christmas. But I need to determine the price of the surprise for myself.