PopSugar Must Haves December 2013 Box Review

YAY!!! It's PopSugar time!! This box and $10/month Ipsy are my two FAVORITE subscription services out there!! If you are thinking of subscribing to a box and aren't sure where to start, I'd suggest you start with one of those two! 

PopSugar always sells out. Sign up now to hopefully get the January box! PopSugar is $40/month and gets a little cheaper with longer commitment. There is a RARE deal right now to save $30 off of a three month subscription - use code 3FOR2 to get three months for only $79.95! Or you can always use code REFER5 to save $5 on your first PopSugar box!

Now, on to December's Must Haves!! 

Here's first looks:

And the breakdown:

Ghiradelli Chocolates, $7 and CC Made Gourmet Corn, $4 - These little chocolates made their way into various Christmas gift bags! My kids are in love with the Peppermint bark! 

MIXT Wrapping Paper, $9 - This is the kind of fancy stuff that I love to give and receive but never seem to spend the money on. Happy to have it! 

Lashxtend Mascara, $20 - Always excited to try new mascaras! Always looking for one to convince me it's worth more than my beloved Maybelline versions! ;)

NCLA Nail Wraps, $16 - These are super cute and I totally meant to use them for Christmas and forgot... what happened to the holidays, anyway?? Blur... So, I'm thinking I'll use them for a University of Louisville event and just do some black "L's" or something over them!

Givino Go Anywhere Flutes, $13 - These are plastic and can be packed for drinks on the go. The girls and I were impressed with the little thumb grooves on the sides! Hey, it's the little things! LOL!

Lulu Frost for Popsugar bracelet, $100 - The opinions on this are mixed but I love it! I thought it was so cool to get a piece uniquely made for PopSugar and I like the art deco/salvage/vintage feel! 

I came up with a value of $169 for this box! Awesome!! I know that people have mixed feeling about the bracelet but I really love it so the box is a huge hit for me! PopSugar consistently gives me great value for my money and I can't wait to see what they send this month! Be sure to use code 3FOR2 to get three months for $79.95 or REFER5 for $5 off your first month if you sign up! 

Nina Garcia Quarterly Box November 2013 Review NGQ01

When Quarterly announced this box I jumped right on it! The box is $100 every three months and will contain items hand-selected by the fabulous Nina Garcia. Her comment on the curation: "Being in the forefront of fashion, I am constantly exposed to new and wonderful brands, products and places. I'm excited to share these magnificent finds with you." Sounds good to me! 

I couldn't wait to see what Nina chose for her inaugural box!! I had some issues with the billing and shipping but it finally arrived, safe and sound! 

Here's first looks:

Ooooooo!!! Looks fab!! 

And the breakdown!

December Marie Claire, $4 and an awesome multi-page letter from Nina! The theme of the box is "Glam Grunge."
 

Essie Polish in Shearling Darling, $8 - This reminds me of Chanel Vamp, which is a cult classic!

Pearl + Luxury Soap on a Rope, $6 - The entire box smelled wonderful due to this soap! It's made of crushed pearl and charcoal! Hubs will be all about it!!

Too Faced Lip Cream in So Berry Sexy, $21 - I've heard such wonderful reviews of these lip creams! My lips get so dry and sad in the winter, I'm got high hopes for this one!

Bauble Bar Leather Cuff, $35 - OMG! I LOVE Bauble Bar and this fab cuff was designed exclusively for Nina and this box! Perfect!! There is also a $15 unique coupon code for Bauble Bar that I'll be using to pick up something chunky and sparkly! Use code CYBER20 to save 20% on entire Bauble Bar site!

Adrienne Landau Faux Fur Stole, $50 - This perfect little scarf has velcro to hold it in place. It's plush and gorgeous and I'm always happy to have faux fur - no real fur for me! My girls are obsessed with it and think it's meant to be a head wrap/cold weather ear cover. I actually think it's super cute as that, too! LOL!

Jack Vartanian Studded Ear Cuff, $50 - Price is a guess based on other blogger's guesses! This is a one-of-a-kind piece and is a clip on style. Jack Vartanian jewelry pieces are super pricey, as in thousands of dollars. This is such a fun, high-end, exclusive piece!! Love.

VBeaute Anti Age Skin Care System, $100 - Just the packaging is to die for!! It's a shiny silver egg shaped compact packed in a super sturdy outer box. Excited to try this system!! 

The box contained $270+ of super glamourous and exclusive products. I absolutely LOVED this box. It is easily one of my favorite boxes ever, ever, ever. I can't WAIT to see what Nina chooses next!!