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Spring Box of Style Review

April 12, 2017

Spring Box of Style ReviewHello, loves!
Let me first say how excited I was to finally receive the Spring Box of Style from the Zoe Report! It’s almost worse when you get teasers of which items will be in a subscription box; I’m starting to think I’d rather just be surprised haha! I definitely was looking forward to the “hero” item, which did not let me down.

Before I get ahead of myself, I wanted to share that this exact box is currently $20 off when you use my link here and code “FRIENDS20” at checkout until midnight on Friday, April 14th! Now, without further ado, so you can know if it’s even worth it haha, here is my Spring Box of Style Review!

First up, the “hero” item, this versatile bag from Tribe Alive. Retail is $238, which I personally wouldn’t have paid for it, just because I wouldn’t spend that much on a bag right now. It is very well made, the leather and woven material look very high-end, and I love that it has some structure to it, and is quite roomy. It did take a while to relax and had the “folded” look for the first week I had it, so don’t expect to wear this one straight out of the box. The second time I wore it out, I had a woman try to find it online right then and there so she could buy it, she loved it so much! Thumbs up to this item!
Next up is the multi-way earrings from Adornmonde (retail $62). Subscribers were given the choice between gold and silver, but I didn’t really care because my ears aren’t pierced! I reached out to Team Zoe and was informed that there wasn’t another option to choose from, so these will be re-gifted. No value in these guys for me.
The Symbology scarf (retail $50) was also an item I wasn’t quite sure about… The color (a true red), doesn’t immediately speak to me as a spring item, and the shape isn’t something I reach for in my current scarf collection. I honestly haven’t worn it yet, and might wait until summer, when I’m breaking out my brighter colors. I love the idea of it artfully tied over the strap of a bag, but I’m not one to wrap a scarf around my arm or as a necktie. Others may find this item more worthwhile.
I’d been wanting to try the Tatcha skincare brand for some time, and am happy to have received the Polished Gentle Rice Enzyme Powder (retail $65). Again, a little pricier than I normally spend for an exfoliating product, but this one is pretty cool. The packaging is gorgeous, and this very gently foamed up and scrubbed away dead skin, leaving my skin feeling pretty fresh and clean. I didn’t notice any discernable scent, but I’m completely fine with that. Perhaps not a product I’d purchase again, but glad that I’m getting to test it out.
Another item I was stoked about was the glass water bottle from BKR. After seeing these babies all over the internet, I knew that I wanted one but didn’t want to invest the $35 they go for. It is, of course, heavier than regular plastic bottles, but you also aren’t going to risk anything leaching into your water. Plus, the color is SO pretty.
Lastly, as part of the box, the Butter London nail polish in Piece of Cake (retail $18). This one I was a bit disappointed in. I did three layers, because you could still see my nail with only two coats. It chipped very easily and looked uneven and slightly chalky. I haven’t used many polishes from this line before, but it doesn’t have me wanting to search out more shades.
I did also receive, as an annual subscription member, this adorable tassel keychain, which I adore. It’s been on my keychain since the day I got it, and I love the little bit of flair it gives to something usually pretty mundane.

One thing that was pretty cool about this season’s box is that everything in it came from female-founded brands. The only thing that didn’t was the item not pictured here, the Stella Artois chalice. I still have no idea why this was included, as it seemed so out of place. It does have a really pretty etched pattern on it, just not sure it’s relation to the other products.

All in all, I’m loving the bag, the water bottle and the keychain. I value the box at about $160, in terms of the use I will get out of the items, which is not a bad deal at all! If you’re interested in subscribing, for one season, or an annual membership, use my link here to sign up!

This post contains affiliate links. Purchasing items through these links may provide me with a small commission. All thoughts and opinions expressed in this post are my own.



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Subscription Review – Box of Style

July 7, 2015

I was so disappointed to have missed out on the first Box of Style (with that gorgeous Miansai cuff), that I decided to pay for a whole year of them back in April so I wouldn’t miss out on another great deal again. Well, my friends, it has been a LONG and impatient wait since then until today, when my summer shipment arrived. I am VERY impressed with the products that Rachel Zoe and her team selected this season. It contains beauty, fashion and styling items that I can’t wait to add to my closet and makeup regime. I hope you all enjoy!

IMG_2563First off, let’s start with this box. I will definitely be holding on to it, to store tights or whatnot, because it’s nice and sturdy and quite pretty too.

IMG_2565Everything comes wrapped up in black tissue paper, with a little guidebook to tell you more about what you’re getting.

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The first thing I unwrapped is this uber colorful printed scarf/sarong/wrap from Mara Hoffman, created exclusively for Box of Style. It’s lightweight but not completely sheer, and the print is really interesting. It’s a bit floral, tropical, and tribal without being overwhelming. This will definitely be coming with me to Palm Springs later this week. Retail value:$98

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Too Faced Sun Bunny Bronzer – I like that this bronzer has a hint of shimmer to it, and that you can use just the lighter shade to highlight. Most of the bronzers I use are totally matte, so this will mix things up a bit. Retail value: $30

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Too Faced La Crème Lipstick in Spice Spice Baby. I have one of these in a gorgeous nude shade called Naked Dolly that I am obsessed with. Nice, soft scent, beautiful shiny (but not overtly so) finish, and it lasts for hours. Excited to try this neutral shade as well. Retail value: $22

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O.R.G. Skincare Organic Mineral Face Peel
I’ve never heard of this brand, but, like Rachel and her team, I’m obsessed with exfoliating in the summer. Feet get all cracked, elbows and knees get ashy, facial skin gets dull.. Exfoliation cures all of these things! Along with proper moisturizing, of course 😉 Retail value: $44

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Bristols 6 Nippies
I won’t lie, these were a little jarring to see in my box at first… Then I realized how useful they could be in summer when I start breaking out all of my strapless, racerback, and sheer tops. Retail value: $26

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Last but not least, the “hero” item, this lovely white leather bag from Cambridge Satchel Company. I missed out on their after-Thanksgiving blowout sale last year and thought that maybe it wasn’t meant to be that I owned a bag from this brand. I love that they chose summer’s “it” shade of white for the bag, and also a bag of moderate size to really carry everything you should need. Mine arrived with a slight indent on the right side in the front, but the boyfriend has assured me that it will soften out with wear, so I’m not worried about it. Retail value: $150

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Total value for all items: $370!
So not to say that this awkward-quarterly (July, September, December and March)  service is cheap.. But it’s a great deal for all of the expertly curated, useful items that you get. A one-time purchase goes for $100, while an annual subscription will set you back $350. Yes, it’s a lot of money. But for me at least, I know that I’m saving money overall by not feeling like I need to go buy a new lipstick or pool accessory or handbag because I got this box of gorgeous things that I unwrapped like Christmas presents. I haven’t had to deal with their customer service department, so I can’t speak to how they deal with customers, but that’s not a bad thing to say that I haven’t had a problem. I have to give this service a very enthusiastic thumbs up!
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