*Spoilers* October 2013 Popsugar Must Have Box

[Bizgirlva]

Quote: Originally Posted by OiiO /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  What meaganola said above. They verify if you're a POPSUGAR subscriber, so unless you have two MustHave subscriptions, you wouldn't have another email associated with a subscription to use. If you initially don't know they're going to completely lock you out once you enter your real size, there's literally nothing you can do.
I think we determined that they're verifying code use, not PS sub status, or I think that's what was said earlier, no?

I still think an email to SF to ask about going back and modifying your profile or asking about accessories only box option is worth trying, if you're still interested in using the giftcard,  Takes about the same effort as emailing PS.  

I'm not trying to argue the size issue, I get it and no one wants a thong as a solution, no matter what size your *** is, they're uncomfortable as **** in my opinion.  

I'm just trying to offer suggestions for those who want to really try to get some use of the card and don't want to gift/trade or sell the card.

SF might still come back and say sorry our company our rules but....ya never know.

 

[jenniferrose]

This was posted by @marybbryant a page or so back. Just to clarify the popsugar subscriber/stitch fix use:

Quote: Originally Posted by tessak 
  Apologies if I missed this, but has anyone traded their StitchFix card to a non-subscriber and checked that the person was able to use it? I am a former-but-not-current subscriber interested in trading for them but I saw that StitchFix may be verifying emails with PopSugar and I would not pass that test!
This may have been posted before, and I missed it.

I emailed Stitch Fix and told them that I would not be using the card, and asked if someone who doesn't sub to Pop Sugar could use, and was told that its not a problem - anyone can use the card.

When people received messages stating the card is being "verified" it means they are verifying that its a valid card and hasn't been used yet.  They are not verifying email addresses with Pop Sugar.

 

[Christy327]

How much is a regular stitchfix?

 

[Bizgirlva]

Quote: Originally Posted by jenniferrose /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  This was posted by @marybbryant a page or so back. Just to clarify the popsugar subscriber/stitch fix use:

This may have been posted before, and I missed it.

I emailed Stitch Fix and told them that I would not be using the card, and asked if someone who doesn't sub to Pop Sugar could use, and was told that its not a problem - anyone can use the card.

When people received messages stating the card is being "verified" it means they are verifying that its a valid card and hasn't been used yet.  They are not verifying email addresses with Pop Sugar.
thanks! 

 

[RenoFab]

Quote: Originally Posted by Christy327 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  How much is a regular stitchfix?
There is no exact price but the average I have seen is $60 per item and they send you 5 items per fix. 

 

[trin0183]

The NM special edition box is for sale!  Should someone start a separate thread? /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I am not sure how.  

 

[greeneyedfoxxx]

https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/138351/popsugar-neiman-marcus-collaboration-spoilers

(edited to fix link, it was showing up incorrectly! -magicalmom)

 

[RaquelMichelle7]

So this might be an unpopular opinion but I don't get the stitchfix size complaints. I'm a vegetarian and didn't once think about complaining about the cookbook or treat. It's unreasonable to expect to be able to use ever single item. What I do expect are high quality items that are new and/or innovative--curated.

My whole issue with the Stitch Fix sizing situation is that Popsugar specifically says that they will not send out sized items. If the website did not say that then subscribers who are plus size would have to weigh the pros and cons and know that getting something that doesn't fit is a possibility. If that were the case it would still suck that it didn't fit but I would just trade the code and not even think to email about it. To me this is like if Popsugar said they would only send out vegan friendly treats and then they sent a gift card to a restaurant that only serves steaks. While it doesn't directly break their word the intent is still the same. Personally I think Popsugar needs to stop sending sized items, send non sized things instead to people marked plus size, or take the section that says they will not send out sized items off their FAQ.

 

[AshJs3]

On the sized items thing, it depends on what they mean. I interpret that as they aren't going to send a box with a tshirt in it and various random sizes or all of the same size.

 

[greeneyedfoxxx]

https://www.makeuptalk.com/t/138351/popsugar-neiman-marcus-collaboration-spoilers (edited to fix link, it was showing up incorrectly! -magicalmom)

Thank you! I was trying to edit on my iPad and it was giving me all kinds of trouble.

 

[BratzFan]

Yeah, I guess I was expecting some "one-size-fits-most" items so the stitchfix, rachel zoe ring, bracelet, etc. don't come as a suprise to me. Popsugar does specifically state it doesn't customize boxes.

 

[tinkerbll695]

My whole issue with the Stitch Fix sizing situation is that Popsugar specifically says that they will not send out sized items. If the website did not say that then subscribers who are plus size would have to weigh the pros and cons and know that getting something that doesn't fit is a possibility. If that were the case it would still suck that it didn't fit but I would just trade the code and not even think to email about it. To me this is like if Popsugar said they would only send out vegan friendly treats and then they sent a gift card to a restaurant that only serves steaks. While it doesn't directly break their word the intent is still the same. Personally I think Popsugar needs to stop sending sized items, send non sized things instead to people marked plus size, or take the section that says they will not send out sized items off their FAQ.

But doesn't stitch fix also send accessories? I've never used stitch fix and I don't know what type of accessories they send if they do, but if it's a scarf, or something like that,couldn't those items be used by anyone? Again, I don't know what types of accessories they send, so someone please correct me if the stitch fix card is wholly unusable to some. I just don't see a gift card as size specific if there are offerings for everyone. Sending the thong was another issue, but a gift card isn't the same thing to me. Like in your example, if I was a vegan and was given a gift card to a steak restaurant it would suck but there's always the salad option.

 

[RaquelMichelle7]

But doesn't stitch fix also send accessories? I've never used stitch fix and I don't know what type of accessories they send if they do, but if it's a scarf, or something like that,couldn't those items be used by anyone? Again, I don't know what types of accessories they send, so someone please correct me if the stitch fix card is wholly unusable to some. I just don't see a gift card as size specific if there are offerings for everyone. Sending the thong was another issue, but a gift card isn't the same thing to me. Like in your example, if I was a vegan and was given a gift card to a steak restaurant it would suck but there's always the salad option.

That's the issue if you fill out your stich fix profile with the correct info where it asks if you're plus sized I locks you out and tells you they don't offer any options for plus sized women. It never gives you the option to choose just accessories AND once you've put in your info you can't use that same email address to try to edit your size options down to a size they do offer.

 

[sparklesgirlxox]

Quote: Originally Posted by BratzFan /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Yeah, I guess I was expecting some "one-size-fits-most" items so the stitchfix, rachel zoe ring, bracelet, etc. don't come as a suprise to me. Popsugar does specifically state it doesn't customize boxes.
Not everything will fit everyone. The  Rachel Zoe knot ring was to big for me.    The pink bracelet falls off If I wear it its not adjustable. Maybe its time popsugar  did away with things that you need to be a certain size for.  Seem like every month there is a problem

 

[s112095]

Quote: Originally Posted by RaquelMichelle7 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


That's the issue if you fill out your stich fix profile with the correct info where it asks if you're plus sized I locks you out and tells you they don't offer any options for plus sized women. It never gives you the option to choose just accessories AND once you've put in your info you can't use that same email address to try to edit your size options down to a size they do offer.
The whole you can't use the same e-mail address is weird to me. What if one looses weight and decides to try you can't? Just weird to me 

 

[wurly]

Where can I go to post my codes for trade? So not interested in Stitchfix. Really intrigued by Shoptiques. 

 

[PinkShanyn]

Just cancelled my PSMH.  I get that some of you have been loving the past boxes -- myself, not so much.  The items have all been relegated to my 'gift' closet and quite frankly, I went into it this past weekend to see what could be gifted for christmas and was apalled at JUST HOW MUCH of my popsugar items were in there.  It's absurd.  

So, undoubtedly this next month will be fab for the rest of you -- /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />  I just can't justify complying with a price increase on a box that I'm not 100% in love with.  Add to that their HORRID customer service and I'M DONE!  

Best of luck to the rest of you!!!  I'll be lurking /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[LindseyJ]

I should be getting my box today, Finally! I'm so excited! I've already told my three year old daughter that we're getting a new brush and new nail polish and she cant wait! Haha. I told her about the brush because I'm hoping it will help me with her crazy hair. It tangles so easily and she hates for me to brush it. And sometimes I feel like she likes nail polish more than I do! I'm also excited about getting the cookbook today because I normally do my grocery shopping on Thursday evening so I might have time to find a recipe or two to try this week before I go. Now I'm just waiting until its time for me to be able to pick it up at my post office this afternoon...

 

[Bizgirlva]

Quote: Originally Posted by RaquelMichelle7 /img/forum/go_quote.gif


My whole issue with the Stitch Fix sizing situation is that Popsugar specifically says that they will not send out sized items. If the website did not say that then subscribers who are plus size would have to weigh the pros and cons and know that getting something that doesn't fit is a possibility. If that were the case it would still suck that it didn't fit but I would just trade the code and not even think to email about it.


To me this is like if Popsugar said they would only send out vegan friendly treats and then they sent a gift card to a restaurant that only serves steaks. While it doesn't directly break their word the intent is still the same.


Personally I think Popsugar needs to stop sending sized items, send non sized things instead to people marked plus size, or take the section that says they will not send out sized items off their FAQ.
PS took the "Do you need my size?" question off their FAQs.

Not sure when it came off, but it's no longer on the page, that I could see.

I don't remember the exact wordings of the FAQ or response but I don't recall it specifically saying that they would never send out a sized item(s).

From what I recall, they've always sent "sized" items (since I've been a subscriber): socks, bracelets, watches, robes, thongs, rings, necklaces, hats, and so on that all could have fit issues for some subscribers.  

I think they realize not every single person will fit every item they send, however I think they'll continue to send these type of items and others in future boxes.  

    

Regarding the SF gift card, I think it's a crummy situation, PS could have or should have worked a deal with SF to allow those who lock out due to size to be offered an accessories only box.

I think it's worth giving constructive feedback to SF to see how many subscribers they could stand to gain by expanding their offerings to include sizes over 14 or offering an accessories box option to their line up.  

 

[RaquelMichelle7]

PS took the "Do you need my size?" question off their FAQs. Not sure when it came off, but it's no longer on the page, that I could see. I don't remember the exact wordings of the FAQ or response but I don't recall it specifically saying that they would never send out a sized item(s). From what I recall, they've always sent "sized" items (since I've been a subscriber): socks, bracelets, watches, robes, thongs, rings, necklaces, hats, and so on that all could have fit issues for some subscribers.   I think they realize not every single person will fit every item they send, however I think they'll continue to send these type of items and others in future boxes.   I would say knowing this, I think we can assume they'll continue to regularly send "sized" items.     Regarding the SF gift card, I think it's a crummy situation, PS could have or should have worked a deal with SF to allow those who lock out due to size to be offered an accessories only box. I think it's worth giving constructive feedback to SF to see how many subscribers they could stand to gain by expanding their offerings to include sizes over 14 or offering an accessories box option to their line up.  

Definitely after I emailed them last Friday because I double checked before I emailed complaining. Between the price increase and the sizing issues I think Popsugar and I may take a break after Christmas(I love Christmas so much I can't help but stay subbed until then)