Wantable Intimates December 2013

Rating: Love It!!!!
Cost: $36/month

My December Wantable Intimates was on my doorstep today (2 days earlier than I was expecting it)!!! I've been looking at reviews for this subscription since it launched and really wanted to try it. I couldn't resist ordering when they announced their Cyber Monday deal (purchase a subscription and get your 2nd box free). For the Wantable Intimates subscription you fill out a profile with your sizes and likes and dislikes. I had quite a few items in my love category, so I wasn't sure what I would be getting in my box.

The box was small, and white and I couldn't wait to see what was inside. Here's a first look at the box.

I was so excited to see some color. Everything looked very interesting. The box also included a sheet with everything that was inside (similar to a packing slip). The first item you can see in the box is the Fleur't Bralet in Heather retail price $34. This is very soft and will be great for lounging around or sleeping in. It looked very small when I pulled it out of the box, but fits comfortably.

The next item was OnGossamer Bikini in Tangerine retail price $22. I was so happy to see these in my box. I've been wanting to try this brand and now I get to without paying $22 for one pair of panties. Yay! These are so comfy, plus I love the tangerine color with pink trim. They are perfect for me!

The next item was something I never thought would fit in this box. It was a Bella & Canvas Two-tone Raglan Hooded Sweatshirt in Baby Blue/Navy Blue retail price $38. When I pulled this out of the box it looked like it would be too big for me and I noticed they sent me a size medium instead of a size small (size S was printed on the packing sheet). So, it's a little large on me, but if it was the correct size I think it'd be great for lounging around in. It's a thin sweatshirt, perfect for wearing indoors! It looks quite wrinkled in the picture because it was crammed in the small box (sorry).

The last item I received and my favorite thing in the box was PACT Apricot Pointelle Ankle Sock retail price $10. It is sooooo soft and made from organic cotton. Plus the color is amazing! (The picture does not do them justice, it was taken at night, but I couldn't wait to try them on) I don't think I'm ever going to want to take these off. Who would have thought I could get so excited over socks.

I loved my December Wantable Intimates box and can't wait to see what I get next month! It was well worth the $36 I paid for this box. It had a total retail value of $104!!! I'm going to change my profile before next month ships to try to get some different items. I'd love some tights or leggings in my next box!

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I'm updating this post, because I e-mailed Wantable and told them I had received the wrong size sweatshirt in my box. They quickly replied and said that it was their fault and they would send me something in place of the sweatshirt. They also said I could keep the sweatshirt and gift it to a friend! So, my sister is gladly taking the sweatshirt off my hands for me!!! And today I received a small Wantable box in the mail! I was so excited to see what was inside.

Inside the small Wantable box was Ozone Heather Tights in Bordeaux retail price $29. The sheet says show off your legs while staying warm with these chic tights! I love tights and wear them all the time, so I was so happy to see these. I thought I was going to get the sweatshirt in the size I needed, but I like the tights even better, so I'm very excited. They are soft and feel thick, so they'll be warm. The color is like nothing I own. They look black, but have a pinkish/purplish thread woven through them. These are great!!!

Their customer service was fast and courteous and sent a replacement item out right away. I had asked if I could return the sweatshirt, (since it was the wrong size) and they said they would send me something else and I didn't have to send the sweatshirt back. I was more than thrilled. I can't wait to see what they pick out for me for January!!!

Thursday Thoughts

I’m linking up with Jen from Ramblings of a Suburban Mom for Thursday Thoughts.

I still haven’t peeked at any spoilers for the Popsugar Must Have Neiman Marcus box and now I think the temptation is over because it's a new month and I can’t wait to see what I get in this month’s boxes! And there are only a few weeks until Christmas!!!

I finally signed up for Wantable Intimates when they offered their Cyber Monday deal and my 2nd box is free! I’m so excited to see what I get in my first box and I should have it by Dec 9th. Woo Hoo!!!

I’m very proud of myself for skipping Stitch Fix, Popbasic, and Golden Tote this month (because my credit cards are a bit crazy with all the holiday shopping). These are the most expensive boxes that I usually buy each month, so I decided to skip them to save some money to buy for others! Hopefully I have a great Christmas because I’m being very good!!! Wink wink

I still need to decorate for Christmas, but I’m having a very difficult time deciding where I will put the tree and how to keep my toddler (1 1/2 yr old) away from it without using a gate (because we don’t have room for one). Does anyone have any creative ideas for me? We usually put up an artificial tree, but I’m open to any suggestions…

What are your Thursday Thoughts?

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Quilty Box November 2013

Rating: Like It!!!
Cost: $38.95/month plus $5.95 shipping

I bought my mother a 3 month subscription to Quilty Box for Christmas and I will be posting what she receives. The November theme was time and I had no idea what to expect. This is what she got. (I didn't see a sheet with everything that was enclosed, so I'll do my best to tell you what was in it)

The fabric this month made sense with the theme of time. It was a 2014 calendar fabric and there was also fabric included for another project to make a zippered pouch. Both were very nice quality.

Also included was thread with six different colors. It matches the projects very nicely.

Sweet Dreams 100% Cotton Stuffing was included that is needed to complete the projects.

The extra item was adorable magnets. This picture is horrible (sorry). One says Keep Calm and Quilt On, one says Press to Impress, and one says Get Quilty. They are so cute and I'm sure any quilter would love them!

There were three different size zippers in magenta, white, and turquoise included. I loved the colors of these!

These are clips to help with holding the binding for sewing. They can be used instead of pins. My mom thinks these will come in very handy for all her sewing projects and she can't wait to try them out. I think this was her favorite item included in the box!

There is a pattern for zippered pouches and pin cushions included. I believe the fabric included coordinates with this pattern, but I'm not positive.

Also, there was batting included. It feels nice.

My mother was so excited when she received this box that she called me right away to rave about everything that was in it! This box is great because it includes everything you need to make the projects. I will post pictures of the final projects when they are completed. Everything seemed like it was great quality and would make completing the projects easy.

What do you think of Quilty Box?

Stitch Fix #3 November 2013

Rating: Like It!!!
Cost: $20 styling fee + retail price of items you keep

My Stitch Fix #3 arrived yesterday. I couldn't wait to see what was inside. I had provided lots of feedback on my previous fixes and also provided my Pinterest link, so they could better understand my style. I was hoping it would be my favorite box yet and the first look was promising. I liked the blue theme I was seeing.

41 Hawthorn Multi-Colored Bees Strand Necklace
Retail Price $36

I loved this necklace. The colors, the length, the fact that it was a statement necklace in a bee pattern. Everything was perfect, except the price! It did not seem like it should cost $36 and if it was cheaper I definitely would have kept it. Or if I didn't like anything else in the fix, I would have kept it, so I didn't lose out on my $20 styling fee. I think it would have fit nicely into my wardrobe and I may regret not keeping this piece.

Sent Back

Collective Concepts Rilo Printed Front Pocket Blouse
Retail Price $68

I loved this blouse. I wish it would have been a different color/pattern other than black and white, but the fit was perfect! And I loved the versatility of the sleeves. They can be worn rolled up or down as a full length sleeve. This will be a shirt I can wear any season and I thought it was a bit pricey, but worth it! It also looks great with pants or skirts!!!

Keeper

Leota Fiore Box Pleated Skirt
Retail Price $88

I wanted to love this skirt. The color was great and the style was perfect, but it was too big on me. The length was also a bit awkward because it hit right at my knees. I felt a bit dowdy in it and it just wasn't for me. I was happy I didn't fall in love with it when I saw the price too!

Sent Back

Margaret M Emer High Waisted Cropped Trouser
Retail Price $98

These were all wrong for me. They're a trouser material in black. They were a bit tight and I could barely get them over my hips to try them on. And cropped pants for our cold winters just don't work (even with boots). I would freeze. Plus when I did have these on they looked like tight leggings, and felt all wrong. I could not be comfortable wearing these. And again when I saw the price I was happy I didn't love them!

Sent Back

Lily Imelda Zig-Zag Wrap Dress
Retail Price $108

This dress fit okay and I did like the color/pattern, but it did not feel worth $108. I prefer long sleeves instead of 3/4 for winter dresses and this felt like a very lightweight material. I also received a black wrap dress in my first fix that I loved and it felt like a much higher quality dress for around the same price. The pattern on the seams did not line up on this dress and it really bothered me. This just wasn't for me!

Sent Back

This fix was at a higher price point than I would have liked. If I bought the entire fix it would have cost about $300 after the 25% discount you get for keeping all 5 items. I would have loved this fix if everything fit properly, because I think this is the first fix I received where I could have mixed and matched pieces. There was a color scheme and it looked like they really took my past feedback and Pinterest page into account. I'm skipping a few months (to try to save money) and scheduled my next fix for the beginning of February.

What do you love about Stitch Fix?

*If you use my links in this post I'll get a small referral credit. Thank you! 

Golden Tote November 2013

Rating: Love It!!!!
Cost: $49 or $149/tote

My November Golden Tote arrived today and I was excited to see what was inside, but also nervous because I had seen some spoiler pictures that showed a sweater I really didn't want to find in my tote. I thought for sure I would get the "ugly sweater". Plus, I wasn't too happy about my last couple totes, so I wasn't being very optimistic. I splurged for the $149 tote this month and I'm happy I did.

The first item I chose for my tote was the sequin blazer by Potter's Pot. It's just what I needed for holiday dressing. I can wear it with dresses, pants, and jeans. I can't wait to start wearing it. I love that it has long sleeves, but isn't too heavy to wear inside. I'm already styling outfits in my head.

The second item I chose (and my favorite thing in this tote) was the floral shift dress by Honey Punch. This dress fits perfect. I love long sleeved dresses, because they are so easy to look polished. All it needs is some tights and ankle boots to look great! I think I'll be wearing this dress for Thanksgiving dinner with the family!

I really liked the style cards included for both my picks. I want to style the sequin blazer how it's shown. I love it!!!

And here are my surprise items. I was happy to receive the spoiler lace dress they said would be included in some $149 totes. The lace dress is by In Clover, which according to the note in my Golden Tote box is their new label (I love getting pieces by their label Puella in my Golden Totes also). This dress didn't look awful not belted, but will look better with a belt. I definitely have a weakness for dresses. I love them all!!!!

The next item was a sweater by Lumiere. It's blue and gray and soft and slouchy! This will be a great addition to my winter wardrobe. I was so happy to see this sweater instead of some of the other sweaters people received this month. I was definitely lucky this month!

I also received a 3/4 sleeve blouse by Peach Love Cream. I wasn't too sure about the pattern of this shirt, but I think with a cardigan I'll love it. It fits nice, so I'm happy with it.

The last item was a long sleeve shirt by Renee C. This is super soft and casual. I think I might live in this shirt this winter. I didn't want to take it off because it was so comfy. I might also try to style this with a skirt, so I can get away wearing it to work!

I was very happy with my November Golden Tote. I know I will wear every piece I received. And I'm always very excited when I receive more than one dress! I wish they had more bottoms either to pick for totes or as surprise items, but sizing is probably a little more difficult. I'm so happy I decided to order this month, because this tote was well worth the price!!!

What'd you get in your Golden Tote?

Thursday Thoughts

I'm linking up with Jen from Ramblings of a Suburban Mom for Thursday Thoughts.

I made it through another week of not looking at any spoilers of the Popsugar Neiman Marcus Special Edition Box (and not opening the box at my house). I hope I can make it until Christmas! Next week I am expecting Golden Tote and Stitch Fix, so I'm hoping that will keep me busy, so I'm not tempted to peek at what's in the Popsugar NM box. 

I'm looking forward to Thanksgiving next week. Yummy food and hanging out with family. Yay! Plus a very short work week!!!

Who's planning on going shopping Black Friday?!? I usually go and probably will this year too. Just not sure what I'm looking for. I still have a lot of Christmas shopping to do, so I need to figure out what I still need to buy. And hopefully I'll get some good deals! It really seems like a lot of stores have some great sales going on early this year. Love that!

If you don't already subscribe to Citrus Lane for your little one, now is the time to subscribe. They have the "Best Deals of 2013" going on now. A monthly subscription is regularly $25 for 4-5 items each month (toys, books, feeding, and care products). Right now you can purchase a 3-month subscription for $56 + free shipping ($18.67/month), 6-month subscription for $105 + free shipping ($17.50/month), 12-month subscription for $196 + free shipping ($16.33/month). This deal is also for current subscribers, and additional months purchased will be added onto your current subscription. New customers can subscribe today by clicking here (and save an extra $10). These deals will not last long!!!

Use the code CANTSTOP to save $5 on your subscription to Quilty Box (valid through 12/15). I purchased a subscription for my mom for Christmas and she loves it! They recently added an option that you can click on from the subscribe page on their website if you want to order a non recurring gift subscription, which is perfect for the holidays!!!

Use the code CANTSTOP5 to save $5 off your subscription to Sparaj (valid through 12/31). I love this subscription for gifting! The presentation is AMAZING and the spa products will be welcomed by anyone who deserves a little pampering!!!

What are your Thursday Thoughts?

Popsugar Must Have November 2013

Rating: Love It!!!!
Cost: $39.95/month

My Popsugar Must Have November box came today, finally!!! I feel like I was the very last person to receive the November box and I looked at spoilers and couldn't wait to see everything in person. Here's what I got:

The item I was most excited to see was the Michael Stars Wrap. I received the black/gray one, which I love! It is super soft and I like this color combo because it will go with so much in my wardrobe. I'm not sure I saw any other color variation in this scarf on other reviews I've read. Did anyone receive a different color?

I also received the Illume Candle in Nice. I love the vanilla scent and the adorable label! I really want to buy the Naughty scent to have the set to burn together. I definitely would have been happy with either scent!

I received the Lands' End Single Canvas Wine Tote in red. This is a very nice quality wine tote and I'm trying to think of different ways I can use it. Did anyone get a different color? I think all the reviews I saw received red also.

The Maison de Monaco Strawberry & Blackcurrant Cream Preserves look yummy! I can't wait to try it. I think I'll be having toast or a bagel with this in the morning!!!

I received The Soap & Paper Factory Roland Pine Shea Butter Soap. I love everything from this company! The scent of this soap is refreshing and I can't wait to try it. It's going directly in the shower.

I also can't wait to try the Absolute! Nail Polish Remover Pads. I received the peach scent! I feel like I always need nail polish remover at the most inconvenient times, so these will be a welcome addition to my bag. I love the convenient size, which is no larger than a tin of mints.

I'm undecided about the special extra Barefruit Crunchy Sea Salt Caramel Apple Chips. I love salted caramel and apples, so I thought I would love these. I ate most of them while writing this review and though they are not bad I'm not sure the flavor is something I would crave. I like that they're a healthy, gluten free treat and they are definitely something I would have picked up to try on my own.

There was also a Canvas Pop Gift Card included, which I am looking forward to using. I'm just not sure for what yet.

Popsugar Must Have is my most favorite subscription box. I love everything I received and will use it all! I'm already looking forward to seeing what the December box has in it!!!

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