Winter 2015 Fab Fit Fun Box Review
I have never been dissatisfied with my Fab Fit Fun Box. However, there is a first time for everything.
The Winter Fab Fit Fun box came on Saturday and I excitedly opened it up. Although I was able to make choices for three of the items, I felt that the box was missing something and didn’t contain as many items as I typically receive.
The Winter box included:
Candlenut Body Cream by Juara ($35)
I always enjoy receiving new products that I wouldn’t typically buy. This should be helpful when my skin becomes dry during the winter.
Wine Stopper and Charm Set by FabFitFun ($15)
This is a cute wine stopper with 6 wine glass charms. Although it’s cute, I’m not sure how often I will use the charms.
Dermalogica Travel set with Cleansing Gel, Multi-action toner and Skin Smoothing Cream ($46)
I do love the Dermalogica brand and will certainly put this in my travel bag.
Diffuser by EJH Brand ($37)
This was an item that I could choose between cinnamon, pomegranate, sugar cookie or lavender. I choose lavender and plan to take it to my office. I’m hopeful the scent isn’t overpowering.
“The Donna Earbud” by Frends ($80)
Subscribers were able to choose the color of the earbuds. I chose the rose gold and black. Although I truly don’t need any more earbuds, it’s nice to have another set. This also came in a nice carrying case.
Fingerless Gloves by Whitney eve ($26)
I choose the black gloves (because black goes with everything). This is an item I am glad to have but something I would have never purchased.
Gift Card by Sweet and Spark ($40)
This is a company that curates vintage jewelry.
Gift Card from Shoptiques ($25)
This website has over 2,000 boutiques from around the world with one of a kind merchandise.
Hello Fresh 3 free meals (@ $35.00)
Hello Fresh is a website that will deliver the ingredients and recipes to 3-5 meals a week for 2 or a family.
Missing from my box:
Zoya nail polish ($9)
I’ve never had an item missing from my box. I’m saddened because I do love Zoya nail polish. The positive is that I emailed FabFitFun and within a few hours they responded that a bottle was being sent to me in the mail. I’m grateful for such wonderful
Total Retail Value $312
The value of the box continues to exceed the quarterly subscription of $49.99 However, this box doesn’t excite me. I also don’t like the fact that three of the items (gift cards) force me to spend more money. I do enjoy having the opportunity to shop at sites I typically don’t visit but it is rare when the gift card covers just one item. Perhaps if I liked more out of the box, I wouldn’t be as picky about the gift cards. (I am giving Hello Fresh a try because I have always wanted to try it).
I am not going to give up on Fab Fit Fun as I have been a subscriber for a year and a half and this is the first box which has left me lukewarm. I will only reconsider if I receive another box that I am not crazy about. If you are interested in receiving your own box, you can receive $10 off.
What are your thoughts on the Winter FabFitFun box?
Sorry to hear that this one was a disappointment – I understand what you mean regarding the gift cards, but like your good spirit of wanting to give them a try! Hopefully the next one will be better!
I’m hopeful as I have LOVED all of the other boxes. One can’t expect awesome all of the time!! 🙂
We love Hello Fresh. Have not had a bad meal since we joined. Look forward to hearing what you think of them as well. 🙂
We will get our first meals on Saturday. I will have to substitute some things to make it gluten free but that shouldn’t be a problem.
I totally understand what you mean about the gift cards! Sorry to hear this one wasn’t as great as the past :-/
I suppose that things can’t be 100% awesome all of the time! I’m hopeful that the Spring box will be great.
I’ve never subscribed to Fab Fit Fun, but I’ve always heard such good things about it. It’s too bad you didn’t love this one!
I’m hopeful this is just a one time disappointment – and the reality is that it isn’t that bad! I’ve always been happy with it.
Never heard of Fab Fit Fun, but it looks like a cool box! I have yet to do a subscription service because I can’t decide on one kind of item to do: jewelry, make-up, etc. This seems like a good mix of them all!
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This has consistently been one of my favorite boxes and has always been worth the money. Typically, you get a variety of items from skin care to fitness. I do think this is always worth a try.
Zoya nail polish- score! I’m glad they’re sending it out to you.
I agree I wouldn’t be too thrilled with receiving a gift I had to pay more money to use, doesn’t seem like a prize anymore.
I’ve heard wonderful things about Hello Fresh.
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I always appreciate an honest review so thank you for yours. I can’t wait to hear more about Hello Fresh…everything I have heard has been positive!
I have heard good things about the Hello meals! Curious to know what you think!
What a bummer that the nail polish was missing! I hope they send you a new one!
I didn’t have much luck with Hello Fresh but that was most due to their delivery service not being great and I’m based in the UK so you might do better than me. I’ll be interested to see what you think of it.