11 June 2014

Neon Yellow and a Must Have Box

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Subscription boxes have been around for a few years now but due mostly to mass indecisiveness, I've yet to partake. There are food-related ones, beauty, fashion, etc. and I didn't know which to try. So when POPSUGAR approached me about their Must Have boxes, I was seriously intrigued.

What makes the POPSUGAR Must Have boxes immediately stand out to me above the other box services out there is that their monthly boxes cover a little bit of all my fave things - food, fashion, beauty and a little stylish miscellany. Plus I get access to full-size products versus little samples.

Boxes are $39.95 per month (including shipping - discounts apply if you sign up for multi-months, though read their terms so you're aware of their cancellation policy) for the program.

I received the June Must Have box which had a decidely beachy laidback theme and got the following items:

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Emily Griffin The One and Only
I haven't bought a honest to goodness physical book since I got my Kindle. But I totally miss the feel of cracking open a good read and flipping the pages. I've been a fan of Emily Giffin since Something Borrowed, so I'm looking forward to some light-hearted summer reading.

Sachajuan Shiny Citrus Body Lotion
Smells citrus-y and goes on my skin without feeling greasy. Plus the lotion contains Swedish oats which will help to calm irritation if you're been out in the sun and surf for too long. This lotion smells fantastic!

Turkish-T Beach Towel
It's beach towel size but balls up into nothing and is light enough to wear as a wrap or scarf. The pretty aqua and white is such a great color combo, I may have no beach to be going to in the near future but I already have plans to wear this as a fun warm weather scarf.

You Smell Lemon Wet Wipes
Not over-perfumed or chemical-smelling like some other wipes, these come individually packed for easier transport. Plus each wipe is actually big enough to be useful, thank you!

Lillies Basics Hair Ties
With the gold-tone metal accent and braiding, these ties can be worn as bracelets when not in use, and they're made out of swimsuit fabric, which means the ties don't stretch out with use. I'm wearing one as I type and literally it's not pulling my hair nor loosening up, so my pony's all snug.

One Potato Two Potato Hawaiian BBQ kettle chips
They're cooked in small batches in sunflower oil and taste delish! This item obviously was the first item opened and consumed in the box. Yum.

Native Union $15 Gift Card
These guys make really cool gadget accessories, like leather USB connectors and phone cases. I envision a new iPhone cover in my future!

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Granted almost $40 a month is a bit pricey for a subscription box service but the total cost of these items individually more than makes up for the price of a box. I think it'd be a fun gift to give a friend as a little treat for yourself. And for those afraid of making a commitment, POPSUGAR's also go limited edition seasonal boxes available too.

 As a treat, POPSUGAR is offering a $10 discount off a 3-month subscription to their Must Have box. Use code JUNESELECT10 when placing your order - code expires on June 30!

Top: J.Crew perfect gingham neon (worn here - sim, lacey, as skirt)
Skirt: J.Crew collection lace-stripe silk (worn here - sim cotton mini, sim)
Belt: Asos (worn here - sim, sim)
Earrings: J.Crew crystal shimmer (worn here - sim, sim)
Rings: F21 (sim, set)
Phone case: Kate Spade (sim, sim)
Shoes: Guess kissani (worn here - sim, plain

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POPSUGAR provided me with a complimentary POPSUGAR Must Have box. The opinions I have shared about the box are my own and POPSUGAR did not tell me what to say or how to say it.

48 comments:

  1. Love the neon you're sporting today! I normally think {for me} neon in small doses, but you're making this look really attractive. I might just break out of my comfort zone :)

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  2. Love the yellows together! :)

    That little box is a great idea too - you get a bit of everything :)

    Away From The Blue

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  3. Heyyy Lisa...Loveee the color on you! So pretty!

    www.simplysassysstyle.com

    dawn

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  4. I have never done a monthly box subscription, but this one is the best one I have ever seen. I love the wipes and the beach towel/scarf! I am still not sure if I would want to pay that much monthly though...thus the reason I have never done anything.

    Love the bright yellow on you! Such a fun summer look.

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    1. I know what you mean - that's why I think it's cool they also offer one-off boxes if a person wants a treat every once in a while but doesn't want to full-in commit.

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  5. I'm dying to read The One and Only! I'm a big fan of Emily Giffin.

    -Sharon
    The Tiny Heart
    Necklace Giveaway!

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  6. I love this idea for a box! It's like a fun day in a box! And your bright outfit is perfect, too!

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  7. I think monthly boxes are such a fun idea! Love your yellow on yellow!

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  8. Hi again! I looooooove this outfit!! I've said it before, but you're just SO GOOD at pairing things that at first may seem like they don't go together, but they totally do! The pink/purple shoes with the yellow looks AWESOME and is something I never would have thought of doing. And I'm definitely going to be on the lookout for shoes like that!

    Hope you're doing well lady! I feel like I've been mostly MIA from blogging since Baby B came along but I still check out all of your outfits/posts even if I don't always comment :-)

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    1. I don't blame you, girl, Baby B is too sweet! Glad you've been on IG though!

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  9. So...
    a) A subscription box with BOOKS?! I'm intrigued!
    b) I was toying with buying a similar gingham shirt - only from Tarjay because of funding situations - and now you've once again convinced me to just go for it.
    c) NEON is my favorite summer thing! You look fantabulous!
    d) I like how your phone case matches your shoes. Always thinking of everything, eh, Lisa? ;p

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    1. I have way too many gingham shirts but two of my faves come from Old Navy and Target. Gingham works at all price points.

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  10. You looks so good in bright colors! I get birchbox (it has been really disappointing lately) and ipsy, as well as an Adore Me monthly subscription, Julep and Cult nail polish subscriptions (Cult sucks and I'm canceling it too) and occasionally I get Vox Boxs. I like that yours came with a book. I also read something borrowed and would like to read more by Emily Griffin.
    -Ash
    www.stylizedwannabe.blogspot.com

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    1. I am intrigued now and may sign myself up for a little trial run on one of these sub boxes. The Popsugar box is a bit pricey, but I dig that I get a little bit of everything.

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  11. I've never done these boxes, I'm always afraid I will get more duds than actual things I like, and for $40 I can most certainly buy something I'd love. That said, I think you got some great items in your box, and while I like them, I probably wouldn't choose to buy them on my own.

    Also, I love your yellow skirt. So much.
    Chic on the Cheap

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    1. I get what you mean - I think it could be a fun treat once in a while though. I'm not sure I would commit for a full year, but doing a couple of months or getting a one-off box seems like fun.

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  13. It'd kinda be like Christmas when you get a box, right? It's a cool idea and definitely worth it if you like everything in the box...but if you don't, it might be a bit of a money waster.

    Also, how do you manage to be an Asian girl pulling off yellow? I thought that didn't happen! :)

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    1. I lived most of my life staying away from yellow and orange because I was always told that those colors would look bad on me. And look at me now, I live in yellow and orange!

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  14. Love that skirt so much!!

    www.fashionistastyle1.blogspot.com

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  15. I love the neon with the purple heels, very cute!
    Rosalyn
    www.just2fancy.com

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  16. and p.s...I would think your closet would be so fun to play in! Can you give a sneak peak?

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    1. I would but it's in shambles right now! We're in the midst of packing for a move, there's stuff e v e r y w h e r e.

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  17. Wow, love all the neon! So pretty. Also just got the box, so excited about it!

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  18. Dang, you are making me rethink that skirt. You look great!

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    1. The skirt literally is highlighter yellow though - if you get it, prepare for brightness!

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  19. Totally in love with that gorgeous skirt!

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  20. I love all of the yellow and neon. What a great combo! The pop of pink is just perfect too!

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  21. This color combination is so fun and pretty! I love it! And of course I always dig an outfit with a gingham button up :)

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  22. What a perfect outfit. Love it w/your hair pulled back to show off the earrings. The little tings ;)

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  23. I have not signed up with any subscription boxes either because I just can't see myself using all these samples. I do have a weekly CSA grocery box full of fruits and veggies that I love and have exposed me to new varieties. Love this bright yellow outfit!

    Alice
    www.happinessatmidlife.com

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    1. Ooh, a grocery box full of eats? That sounds like my kind of deal!

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  24. I love this neon look on you, Lisa! It's so badass, in an undercover superhero kinda way. And the purple shoes set off all that yellow so nicely, too.

    You know, I don't think I could ever buy a kindle, I love physical books too much... we'll probably be moving house soon, and that's when I'll briefly come to regret that, because the amount of boxes, oh my gawd, haha!

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    1. Girl, I've got boxes of books from college that I still haven't unpacked and just haul around from move to move. Being a bookworm has its disadvantages.

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  25. This phenomenon of the boxes has not reached The Netherlands yet.
    But I had to laugh when I saw your outfit. Today I am wearing a yellow/lime dress with a wide skirt, a matching cardigan in yellow/lime with a bit of sand colour and fuchsia high heels. If people could see us together, they would laugh.
    As you can imagine, I like your outfit. LOL
    Greetje

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    1. Haha, we would not be able to be seen together in our ultra-bright yellows! ;o)

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    2. It would be rather blinding yes LOL

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  26. This box thing began last year where i live. Of course I signed up for it - its like giving myself little gifts.
    The problem is I cannot keep up with using all the stuff I am getting, so i have begun to give some away.
    You look amazing in this bright yellow skirt. I am feeling kind of sad and regretful about letting my yellow vintage skirt go.

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  27. Is agree , Lisa, this would be a get gift! And a nice indulgence for oneself! I love that author, and these products look like good quality . Love your lemon ensemble , especially with the lavender shoes... Gorgeous !,
    XX, Elle

    http://mydailycostume.com

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