FabFitFun Spring 2017 Subscription Box

 This is my third FabFitFun box, and I'm still loving it, and still so very glad that I'm no longer getting Popsugar Must Have.  Once again there's a good variety of items, and I feel like I'm getting my money's worth.  FabFitFun ships 4 times a year, corresponding with the seasons, and are $50 each.

 For the first time FabFitFun offered a customize option for all subscribers, and this time we got to choose between two mystery jewelry items, knowing one was a cuff and the other an earring set.  For $10 extra you can get both.  I paid extra for both. 

 Luv AJ, Diamond Kite Crawler Earring Set

I've never even heard of crawlers before, so I didn't know what to expect.  These are plated 14k rose gold.  I'm wearing the crawlers now, and it's a cool look, and rose gold is my favorite metal color.  So pretty.  This is why I love subscription boxes.  They send things I would normally not try and force me a little out of my comfort zone.

 Emerald DUV, "Joshua Tree" Cage Bracelet

This is a nice modern piece of jewelry, once again something I would normally not wear.  It's a little tight on my wrist, but I was able to stretch it a little to make it easier to wear.

Between the two pieces of jewelry I'll get more use out of the earrings, but they're both fun and classy.

 Realher, Lip Kit in Deep Red, Deep Nude, or Neutral Pink

There were three color options, and I was really hoping for pink, but I got Deep Red!  At first I didn't like it, but last night my family was over and they all thought it was a nice color.  It's not shocking red.  It's a sophisticated color.  Another forcing me out of my comfort zone item, and it's good to try new things.  I'll wear this when I want to have a little fun or be a little more bold.  Not bad to be both.

This is a liquid lipstick, lip gloss, lip liner set.  Certified cruelty free, paraben free, natural ingredients, infused with jojoba seed oil and shea butter.  It feels nice.

 Karuna, Hydrating+ face mask

I love face masks!  But they're so dang expensive, so I love getting them in boxes.  Sheet masks are so nice because they don't make a mess and are simple.  These are hydrating.  Haven't tried them yet, but I'm looking forward to it.

 Briogeo, Rosarco Milk Reparative Leave-In Conditioning Spray

I've received Briogeo leave in spray in another box a year or so ago and loved it.  This product smells so good!  And it works really well.

Glad to have another bottle. Big win.

 Milly, Zip Pouch

This water-resistant pouch from Milly came in 4 varieties: Resting Beach Face, Beach Please, Slay All Day, and Haute Mess.  Honestly I was hoping for Beach Please, but Resting Beach Face is nice too.

Is resting beach face a constant look of peace and relaxation?

 Dr. Brandt, Microdermabrasion Age Defying Exoliator

Another cool beauty item.

I love a good scrub, and this gets really good reviews online.

 Deborah Lippmann

Nail Polish Set in Blue Orchid/Like a Virgin or Shape of My Heart/Like A Virgin.

I got the blue option, though I was really hoping for the pink one, and I don't look good in blue shades.  This is the only item I'll be giving away.

 Gypsy 05, Roudie

There were three options, and I got the one I wanted!  I realized in hindsight I wanted this one because it reminds me of Santa Barbara, and I miss it so.  I've seen these roundies pop up in other boxes, so I guess it's a thing now?  It's like a sitting blanket for the beach or a picnic.  Looking at this picture it could also double as a table cloth.  I tried wearing it like a scarf, but the texture isn't right for that and the fringe doesn't work.  I'll put this away for the next time I need to sit on the grass, or simply want a blanket.  It's pretty big.

The info booklet and an advertisement for FabFitFun TV which has exercising videos for streaming.  There's a good variety, and I'm looking forward to using these videos.

December 2015 POPSUGAR Must Have Box Review and Thoughts

 This has been a crazy month!  I love the Holidays, but I'm so excited for 2016, which is only a few hours away.  Crazy sauce.  I also got my box just before Christmas, so they were sent a little late this year.  Honestly, though, I'm a little lukewarm about this months Popsugar Must Have box.  My Mom got her box a couple days after I got mine, and having seen my box contents, her box sat on the counter top a few more days until she finally opened it.  Maybe this box will improve with time.

 POPSUGAR Must Have is a monthly subscription lifestyle box for gals.  The cost is $39.95 a month, free shipping, but it's cheaper when you subscribe with a 3, 6, or 12 months subscription.  On any month you can receive goodies for home, a book, fitness, snack, makeup, pampering, fashion, etc.  You never know what you're going to get, only that it will be fun and worth around $100, give or take a little.

 The information.

 LUV AJ The Rose Gold Ombre Bracelet, $65

The spoilers leading up to us getting this box hinted at a jewelry item. It seems the last couple December boxes had a little bling, and I loved 2013's bracelet, which I converted into a gorgeous necklace, and the 2014 crystal necklace.  I'm disappointed with this 2015 bracelet.  The clasp is cheap, and it's not my style.  The three tone metal choice is interesting though, but seems like it was trying to please everyone, though if it was a solid color this bracelet would probably be even more boring.

I'll give it a try.  It's modern, and I tend to go for simple and pretty, which is probably why I'm not too stoked about this.  It does look better on, and it has a nice weight to it.  It's not worth no $65, though.

 Stowaway Creme Lipstick Trio – Value $30

These are really cute and the small size is handy.  I never use full size lipsticks, anyway.  The colors are really nice.  This is the first time I've tried this brand and I'm impressed.  Easily my favorite item in the box.

 Nima Oberoi Lunares Geo Stopper, $24

This was one of those items where I thought, "hmmm, what do I do with this?"  I go to one of those specialty olive oil places, and I was hoping this quark top would fit one of those bottles, but it doesn't.  It has a nice weight to it, and it looks all modern fancy, but I have no use for it at all. 

 Meri Meri Sliver Stars on White Glitter Tape, $4

I used this tape to wrap Christmas gifts with, and I didn't care to much for it.  I would have loved if the silver stars were on transparent tape.  That would have been really cute!

 My Cup of Cake Classic Belgian Chocolate, Value $6

I'm making this tonight as my final 2015 treat!  I'm going on a 3 month no processed sugar purge (which I've done before and was successful, but fell back into bad habits, but I still allow myself wheat, beans, dairy, and potatoes/carrots, just no cupcakes, cookies, ice -cream, etc.)  So, I hope this is good!!!  I'll report tomorrow how it went.

 Swing Design Nova Blue Mist Jewelry Box, $36

This is a nice little box.  It's a Must Have exclusive, and it's well made.  I really like the color.  I've been thinking about retiring my jewelry tree, because it's looking like a whispering willow (side note: I always thought it was "whisping willow"!  Thank you internet.)  My only complaint is that there's no compartment/sections for organization.  But it's still a nice box that will get used.

 It's made with a soft blue leatherette and suede interior.

Tiny Prints Gift Tag Stickers, Special Extra Item

This was our special item, and nothing about it seems special.  I did use them on my gifts, because it was handy, but I wish it had color, or better yet gold embossed!  That would have been cute.

So, we'll see how next month goes.

I LOVED last month, November!!  But there's still nice items in this box.  It's natural not all items, every month, is going to work for me.  It's a surprise subscription box after all, and everyone has different likes and dislikes.  Par for the course.