*Spoilers* October 2013 Popsugar Must Have Box

[jannie135]

I think part of the disappointment is... that I actually wanted to try stitch fix. Like I wanted to see what kind of clothes they would send. I shouldn't have to ask them to customize a box full of accessories because PopSugar sent me a card out of the size range they offer. 

 

[jbird1175]

Quote: Originally Posted by jannie135 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I think part of the disappointment is... that I actually wanted to try stitch fix. Like I wanted to see what kind of clothes they would send. I shouldn't have to ask them to customize a box full of accessories because PopSugar sent me a card out of the size range they offer. 
For you +size gals out there, there is a service that does something similar called Gwynnie Bee. There are different price points depending on how many articles of clothing you decide to have sent to you. Unlike Stitchfix, you choose what clothes you want sent to you to try. It's basically like renting clothing, with the option to buy. Gwynnie has a FB page and I'm tempted to try it b/c they post some really cute ensembles on their page.

 

[Snolili]

I've been trying some of the recipies in the cookbook -- and they seem to be both easy and good, two things I value in a recipie, since I'm tired when I come home from work and want to cook something quickly that the fam will like. This isn't a cookbook I'd normally buy, and I find the tone a little off-putting, but I am enjoying trying out new ideas. 

 

[MichiChan]

Quote: Originally Posted by Snolili /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I've been trying some of the recipies in the cookbook -- and they seem to be both easy and good, two things I value in a recipie, since I'm tired when I come home from work and want to cook something quickly that the fam will like. This isn't a cookbook I'd normally buy, and I find the tone a little off-putting, but I am enjoying trying out new ideas. 

I'm just wondering if you could elaborate a bit on what you mean by this. I haven't been to the post office to pick up my October box yet so I haven't had a chance to look at the cookbook yet.

 

[skylola123]

So I decided to extend my Popsugar subscription with them for 3 months & then cancel after that.

I really hope to see some improvement with the higher price. 

But who knows...but I am hoping for the best /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[greenflipflops]

Quote: Originally Posted by penny13 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I was disappointed by the box and wrote in, as I suggest people should if they were unhappy as well. For me the disappointment is not about getting things I don't want - there will always be things in boxes I don't like, and they make great gifts! - it's more about things that just shouldn't be in there in the first place.  I tried to be positive at the end, I hope they listen! My letter:

Hi PopSugar,

• I've heard that a lot of people have expressed their disappointment to you over the October box, and I just wanted to add my voice to their chorus. I can appreciate how hard it must be to get these boxes together, but this was the worst I've gotten from you, and was mostly a complete disappointment.
  
  The NYX is completely inappropriate, in my mind, for this kind of high end box (or at least a box that bills itself as such) - I can get NYX at target on sale, at Nordstrom Rack on discount, at Ulta cheaply, etc. I would rather have one nice makeup product from you than a whole bunch stuff from a low end brand. The bobby pins also seemed like a bit of a reach, and possibly a little young, but I can understand how it must be hard to pick a hair product that might appeal to the masses. As for the rest of the products, they are all fine, but nothing I would ever consider buying myself (well, except for the rice krispie treat - brilliant.)
  
  Finally, while can I fit into StitchFix's clothing, I'm rather horrified that Popsugar would be insensitive enough to send out something that can't be used by everyone due to size restrictions. As I'm sure you know, many women put enough pressure on themselves when it comes to their weight and appearance; they don't need a reminder that they might be considered different by being left out of something that should be fun and positive like a subscription box.
  
  I hope that you take the feedback I know you're getting from subscribers seriously, especially considering the price hike in the future. On that topic, I never got an email or any kind of notice from Popsugar regarding that change (or of the upcoming collaboration box), so I suggest you all might want to work on communication with subscribers.
  
  I truly believe Popsugar has the potential to be great, and past boxes have shown this. I think you're all taking people being upset seriously, and I know everyone appreciates it. You guys can make this all better - as a vote of confidence, today I extended my subscription. Please don't let us down!
  
  Thanks for listening, and hope you're all having a nice week.
  

I don't see anything wrong with the NYX makeup..I don't discriminate against makeup brands just because they're found in drugstores instead of a Sephora or a fancy department store. If it works well, it works well. In the end, the total value of this month's box is still much higher than what we paid for.

 

[RebeccaR]

I've used the cookbook now a few times. My favorite so far are the Roasted Sweet Potato Coins.  They went really well with another face - Pretzel coated chicken bites from EmilyBites.  

 

[alliekers]

My favorite item in this box is the cookbook. It came at just the right time for me and my attitude of "I am too tired to cook" or "I have no time to cook" lately. I have always enjoyed cooking but usually talk myself out of it. This book is so easy and quick there is really no excuse not to. I made both the slow cooker lasagna and the lemon ricotta pancakes. Both delicious. 

 

[CuriouslyAmanda]

My box just arrived! (I had been wait listed so it went out later.) I love it!! I love everything except the NYX makeup (as anticipated). Yay!! 

 

 

[OiiO]

Quote: Originally Posted by greenflipflops /img/forum/go_quote.gif
 
I don't see anything wrong with the NYX makeup..I don't discriminate against makeup brands just because they're found in drugstores instead of a Sephora or a fancy department store. If it works well, it works well. In the end, the total value of this month's box is still much higher than what we paid for.
Except, it didn't work well. There are drugstore eye shadows that are super pigmented and the quality is very high, but this palette was a disappointment. It's a $7 palette that feels like a $3 palette, but that's just my personal opinion.

 

[plumplant]

Like I've said a few pages ago.. NYX in my $10 Ipsy bag is something I can stomach (even expect), but not in my $35 Popsugar box. I don't subscribe to get drugstore makeup and as seen on tv hair brushes.

 

[natashaia]

My favorite item in this box is the cookbook. It came at just the right time for me and my attitude of "I am too tired to cook" or "I have no time to cook" lately. I have always enjoyed cooking but usually talk myself out of it. This book is so easy and quick there is really no excuse not to. I made both the slow cooker lasagna and the lemon ricotta pancakes. Both delicious. 

That sounds delicious. I need to look at this before going grocery shopping this weekend.

 

[LindseyJ]

I got my box today and made the apple cider pork chops and roasted cauliflower and sage! Both were easy, fast and delicious! The brush worked great on my daughters had so I'm happy with that. The rice krispies treat was amazing, as I figured it would be. I haven't tried the blue julep yet because I just did my nails last night, but the swatch looked nice. I love the bracelet, but its a little big for my wrist. I've got to kind of wrap the end a little to make it tighter, but it will work. I kind of like everything in this box. No real complaints this month!

 

[mabittle4]

Quote: Originally Posted by LindseyJ /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  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...
The brush works GREAT on my daughter's hair.  She's 2.5 and has waist-length, very tangle-prone hair.  It blows through it in like 3 strokes.  I LOVE it!!

 

[LindseyJ]

Quote: Originally Posted by mabittle4 /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  The brush works GREAT on my daughter's hair.  She's 2.5 and has waist-length, very tangle-prone hair.  It blows through it in like 3 strokes.  I LOVE it!!
Yes! That's what my daughter's is like! She actually wanted to brush her own hair this morning!

I was looking at my bracelet again this morning and it looks like its missing a couple of beads. Anyone have this issue with theirs? Its not a big deal, but i have some slight OCD tendencies sometimes and things like this just annoy me, lol. 

 

[LindseyJ]

I'm not sure how good you can see, but this is what I'm talking about with the missing beads. 

 

[nicepenguins]

I'm not sure how good you can see, but this is what I'm talking about with the missing beads. 

I would contact ps and let them know. Maybe they have extras in stock and can send you a replacement.

 

[CuriouslyAmanda]

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

I'm not sure how good you can see, but this is what I'm talking about with the missing beads. 
Agreed; that is missing beads. I second the suggestion to contact PS!

 

[greeneyedfoxxx]

Yes! That's what my daughter's is like! She actually wanted to brush her own hair this morning! I was looking at my bracelet again this morning and it looks like its missing a couple of beads. Anyone have this issue with theirs? Its not a big deal, but i have some slight OCD tendencies sometimes and things like this just annoy me, lol. 

That would make me nuts as well. I'd contact them for sure!

 

[sparklesgirlxox]

They are really good about sending replacement items