Subscription Box Review

CLOTHING SUBSCRIPTION BOX REVIEW | NADINE WEST CLOTHING SUBSCRIPTION REVIEW

January 15, 2018 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you are having a great start to your week : ) I have shared my outfits from Nadine West before on my blog (read the posts here, here, and here), and I have been wearing the outfits from my last box a ton later, so I was so excited to receive a new box in the mail from them. Nadine West sent me this box for my consideration for review but I was not paid to write this post and as always all opinions are my own.

What is Nadine West?

NadineWest.com is a company that sends you an outfit to try on and you keep only what you love. The outfit is a surprise, but you take a style quiz and the stylists get to know your style more each month. The outfits are affordable with pieces costing about $10-$30 each, which is very affordable compared to other similar services.

How Does It Work?

On the Nadine West website, you take the style quiz so that the stylist can get to know what you are looking for in an outfit. You will receive a pink package in the mail with your personalized outfit. Try on the outfit and keep what you love and send back what you don’t.

My Thoughts

The style quiz was super easy to do, which was great because I wanted something that didn’t take too much time but I was still able to make notes to make sure the stylist knew my preferences. I really loved the surprise aspect of this, and it was like opening up a girly gift from a really stylish friend. I cannot stand having to return things, it is such a bummer, but I LOVE the way this company does it because your outfit comes with return shipping.

Discount Code

Use the referral code “Nadine” on NadineWest.com (not an affiliate code for me, just sharing the one they currently have on their website) to waive your shipping fee which means you’ll get your outfit in the mail without paying anything!

My Outfit

This month I received a black sweater, a faux fur infinity scarf, a choker necklace, a pair of earrings, and a pair of blue jegging style pants that I ended up returning due to size.

Did I Keep It?

This was the first Nadine West box where I did *not* keep everything I received. I ended up returning the pants because they did not fit me. Returning items to Nadine West is very easy to do, and I did ask if exchanges were possible and it seems that they are often out of stock of the items after they send them out, but it doesn’t hurt to ask : ) I love the faux fur scarf, it was a style I had been admiring on others, and I have worn it many times since opening my box. I also wore the sweater immediately, and I have gotten a lot of compliments on it. The choker is the one item I am a bit on the fence with, I like choker style necklaces but this isn’t my favorite. I actually love the black, but I may end up removing the circle charm. I was surprised when I saw how long the earrings were, especially because I tend to be a studs girl, but I absolutely LOVE the way they look on!

Have you tried any fashion boxes like this? Have you tried Nadine West? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

Watch My Latest YouTube Video

NADINE WEST REVIEW AND STYLING | CLOTHING SUBSCRIPTION

November 27, 2017 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

I hope that you are having a great week! A few months ago I did my first review of Nadine West, a clothing subscription box. A few weeks ago Nadine West reached out to me again and sent me this box for my consideration for review but I was not paid to write this post and as always all opinions are my own.

What is Nadine West?

How Does It Work?

My Thoughts

Discount Code

My Outfit

Did I Keep It?

YES! I absolutely LOVE the sweater, that is right up my alley and one of my favorite colors to wear. I also really love the stud earrings, they’re stunning on and didn’t seem to irritate my ears when I wore them most of Thanksgiving day. I also really love the bracelet, it is so unique and looks gorgeous stacked with my favorite watch of the moment. The necklace isn’t something I would have picked, and I probably won’t wear it often, but I did think it looked pretty with the long sweater. Funny enough, the necklace is my daughters favorite thing out of the whole outfit and has already borrowed it : ) The white shirt I considered returning, it is VERY small and fitted, so while it looked nice on I felt like I was having to tug it down/hold it in at first until I got used to the fit.

Have you tried any fashion boxes like this? Have you tried Nadine West? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments!

Watch My Latest YouTube Video

PEACHES & PETALS SUBSCRIPTION BOX REVIEW! GET 50% OFF! GREAT LAST MINUTE GIFT!

December 21, 2015 & Leave a Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday! Or, like I said to my husband this morning, Merry Christmas Eve Eve Eve Eve ; )

I mentioned recently that I canceled both my Ipsy Glam Bag and PopSugar Must Have box subscriptions and I think I’ve found a great box to replace them. Peaches & Petals reached out to me and asked me if I would be interested in getting a box for consideration for review and after checking our their adorable website, I jumped at the chance! If you need a LAST MINUTE GIFT idea, definitely consider gifting a subscription to Peaches & Petals! If you use the code LEAHPEACH you can get 50% off your first box.

Peaches & Petals December Box:

Kimono Style Silk Peacock Robe

This is so beautiful!! I have been wanting a silky robe to wear after a bubble bath or while doing at-home spa treatments, and this is perfect! The peacock print is so fun, and not something I would have picked out myself but now I’m loving it!

Lindt Milk Chocolate Truffle Bar

I *know* I love these! I am saving this for Christmas morning ; ) Yes, morning!

C. Booth Lavender Mineral Bath Soak

I haven’t used this yet, but it smells sooo nice! I think I will try this out tonight.

Emerald Necklace & Earring Jewelry Set

This is my favorite thing in the whole box! The necklace gives you that layered necklace look with just one piece of jewelry (*Note: Be careful! I tangled mine but got it out quickly and hung it up) that is so on-trend right now. And the emerald stud earrings? IN LOVE! I am wearing them as I type! They are stunning and remind me of something I would find at J-Crew.

Spa Bella Hot or Cold Rejuvenating Eye Mask

I had misplaced my gel eye mask, so I was happy to see this in the box! I need to make time for myself to use this.

Overall I think for $14.99 this box is INCREDIBLE! And getting a box 50% off of that is even better! This link is a discount for you, but not a payment for me! I won’t make money if you purchase : ) As always, all opinions are 100% my own. If you have any questions please leave them in the comments, or contact one of the gals at Peaches & Petals! They’re super sweet and I know would be happy to answer any questions you might have.

I hope you have a wonderful start to your week!! Thank you for reading! Please don’t forget to share and subscribe!!

POPSUGAR MUST HAVE BOX FEBRUARY 2015!

February 23, 2015 & 1 Comment

Hi there! Happy Monday!

Thank you for being here and making me part of your day : ) Today I want to share my PopSugar Must Have Box for February with you. Once again I am disappointed with the shipping :/ It wasn’t AS bad as last month, but I got this box several days after a friend who lives in the same state, and after Valentine’s Day which this box was strongly themed around. With that said, I LOVELOVELOVE this months box, and will still use every single item, but I wish the shipping would improve to how it was a year or so ago. I have been subscribed for 26 months and shipping has seemingly gone downhill. So, the dates of delivery really seem to vary, but *usually* the PopSugar box usually arrives between the 10th-15th of every month for me…it ships from California via FedEx Smart Post, which means it goes out FedEx but arrives to my P.O Box.

If you don’t know, the box contains full size, premium quality items in all different categories: food, beauty, fashion, home, and sometimes an extra goodie too! Each box boasts a retail total of $100 or more. You can check out my review of the PopSugar Must Have Box for January 2015 here.

The February box was inspried by, “One Love, Hearts & Arrows, Red Hot, Devine Desserts, and Pampering” (a.k.a Valentine’s Day ; ) ) …ummm yes please!!

February Must Have Box:

*Note: Rose Water Bubble Bath by U.S Apothecary NOT shown because it arrived (very) damaged

Amazonian Clay 12-Hour Blush by Tarte Cosmetics in True Love:

I was instantly over-the-moon excited by this box when I saw this! Obviously, I reeeeally love makeup, and Tarte is an amazing brand! I own a holiday blush palette from Tarte, but until now did not own any of the individual Amazonian Clay blushes. I love this shade, and it wears beautifully for a very natural flush that can be built up as needed. It is great that just a tiny tap into this is all you need because it is so highly pigmented, and this could be worn on many skintones.

$26

Rose Water Bubble Bath by U.S Apothecary:

This was a huge letdown because mine was broken : ( It leaked badly and my whole box smelled strongly of roses, but thankfully it didn’t damage my other items except the burlap bag that the next item was in. I appreciate that PopSugar always is sure to wrap items like this incase this happens, but I was still bummed! I contacted PopSugar first by email, but then recieved a much faster response by reaching out on social media. I have had two or three other issues over the course of 26 months, and always get excellent customer service once I get ahold of someone at PopSugar. If this happens to you I suggest sending a *nice* tweet to @MustHaveSupport or a Facebook message to the PopSugar Must Have Facebook page. I look forward to trying this when I get my replacement!

$30

Bamboo Heart Cutting Board & Cheese Knife by ACME Party Box Company:

I swoon over the ACME Party Box Company website, they have fantastic but fairly pricy gift ideas for everyone, and things themed for any party or celebration you could imagine! I love making little cheese and snack platters to make a night of Netflix with Stephan a little more special, so this is perfect for that! I love that this came with a little cheese knife, too!

*Similar item linked

$32

Mini Arrow Pendant Necklace by Bauble Bar:

Just like the Tarte blush, I was estatic when I saw something from Bauble Bar! I adore Bauble Bar jewelry! This little arrow necklace so dainty and cute! I think this would be adorable layered with other small necklaces, or worn alone. You can wear it at two different lengths, and I found that it laid better on the shorter length for me. This is definitely a new favorite for me, and my 3 year old Hailey gave it her nod of approval as well ; )

*Similar item linked

$32

100% Natutral Blam by Figs & Rouge in Lemon Berry:

This has such cute packaging! I really like the ever ever so slight tint and feel of this. Although I love the look of a tin style balm, I don’t like dipping my finger into it unless I have something to immediately wipe my finger off on, so I end up using balms like this less than ones in tube form. I also feel like they are less sanitary. I really like the Lemon Berry color/flavor that I got, but if you’re subscribed what kind did you get? Leave me a comment and let me know, I love hearing what other variations people received!! : )

Ravishing Rocky Road Bar by Chuao Chocolatier:

OH MY GOSH YUM!!! Salted, caramelized almonds, and marshmallows in all-natural milk chocolate? Yes, yes, yes!! This is soooo good! I was really sad when it was gone! And Steph, who isn’t a big sweets or milk chocolate fan typically, also really enjoyed the small piece I shared ; ) I think these would be awesome as a gift add-on, or a sweet thing to send to a friend or loved one…maybe a Galentine!

FingerPaints Nail Color by Sally Beauty in Romanticism Ruby:

This is a special extra and what a fun one! I love nail polish, and this is a brand I’ve never tried, so I can’t wait to try something new. I think Romanticism Ruby will be a great toe color! If you’re a PopSugar subscriber, what color did you get?

$5.50

I am THRILLED with the items in this months box, but I am frustrated with the shipping and my broken item as well. I hope that PopSugar can turn it around quickly so that I can start enjoying my box and sharing with all of you in a timely manner. This box has a retail value of $139.50 which is $100 more than the cost of the box. It really is like Christmas every month! Do you subscribe to PopSugar? What did you think about this box? Let me know in the comments! If you’d like more information on PopSugar you can find it here.

Have a great Monday!! XO