2018 Holiday Subscription Box Gift Guide for Women
Want to send someone the gift that keeps on giving? Subscription boxes will keep the holiday spirit going long after the season is over. These popular boxes make gift-giving a breeze since they are perfectly curated to fit any woman on your list. There’s an option for everyone’s personality, making it easy to choose a subscription box that suits their interests. Plus, many of these companies curate limited-edition products and expertly sourced goods from independent makers, which is a great way for your loved ones to discover new brands. Here’s our guide to the subscription boxes we want to give (and receive) this year. Please keep in mind, again, these lists are in no particular order.
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The Cost: $49-$44/Month, depending on subscription length
What’s inside: Mother Snacker is a monthly dessert discovery box curated to encourage overwhelmed moms to take the break they deserve. Each month they will receive a mix of 5-7 full sized artisan treats & gorgeous gifts curated for a mom-life well lived.
Coupon: Use code TRG15 and save 15%
Ships To: Free shipping to US (including Alaska/Hawaii)
Good To Know: Offering a limited edition Christmas Box
What’s Inside: This box curates a 3 piece premium outfit that is sure to please the fitness guru in your life! Boxes include recognized brands like Free People, Teeki, Manduka, Glydero, Splendid, Gaiam, and many more. Each box is curated with their size and preferences in mind, including cut and color preferences.
Good to Know: Every YogaClub box you receive will provide one yoga class to an inspirational child in need!
Ships to: US (Shipping is $6.95 for all contiguous US orders and $9.95 for Alaska, & Hawaii), Canada ($9.95), and United Kingdom (£8.39)
The Cost: $59.95 per quarter or $219.80 per year (total of 4 boxes)
Coupon: Use Code REVIEWGIRLS10 for 10% off your entire order (includes one-time boxes)
What’s inside: Discover 6-8 full-size eco-friendly products and one book delivered to your door each season. The box includes items spanning different categories that help in cultivating a nature-enriched life. Items can include snacks, tea, wildcrafting, wellness, apothecary, aromatherapy, beauty, outdoor, gardening, home decor, apparel, accessories, and more! Box value is always $85+. All products are 100% zero waste, all-natural, organic, cruelty-free, non-GMO, beegan/vegan, and fair-trade.
Ships To: Free US shipping, $20 to Canada, $35+ for all other international
Good To Know: A portion of the proceeds from each box is donated to a featured environmental non-profit working to converse and protect our fragile ecosystems.
The Cost: $49.99 per quarterly or $179.99 per year (total of 4 boxes)
Coupon: Use code FLOWERS for $10 off your first box!
What’s inside: This box comes loaded with fabulous finds in beauty, wellness, fashion, and fitness, hand-picked by the FabFitFun team, delivered once per season. Each box is limited edition and contains $200+ in retail value!
Ships To: US (free), Canada ($8), and Puerto Rico ($8)
What’s inside: The Beauty & Wellness Bare Box comes with a mix of 4 to 6 samples and full sized products. You will discover a combination of skincare, make-up and wellness products including aromatherapy, chakra bracelets & Crystals. This box will have all cruelty-free products with a combination of Fragrance-free & paraben-free.
Ships To: Canada ($7), US ($15), Worldwide ($35)
Good To Know: Bare Terre offers two other subscription boxes to suit your needs, Snack Attack Box & Spirit Box. Also, Bare Terre has partnered with Humane Society International Canada to help support the fight to stop animal cruelty in Canada and around the world and a portion of every box sale is donated to them.
The Cost: $21.00 per month, less with longer subscription length
What’s Inside: In each box, you will receive 4 to 5 full-size beauty items (instead of the smaller samples) ranging from makeup to skincare, beauty tools to color cosmetics. Each box has a value of $100 and up. Brands range from emerging to established, and you’re guaranteed to find a few new favorites in each box.
The Cost: $29.99/Month, less with longer subscription length
Coupon: Use code ReviewGirls2020 to save $5 on your first month
What’s Inside: “Every box we ship includes 4 or 5 date night challenges or activities along with all the items you will need. Our goal is to help inspire laughter so you can reconnect and create quality time together.”
The Cost: Ranges based on the box, this is not a reoccurring box
Coupon: Use code SAVE15 to receive 15% off
What’s inside: Receive full-size items of delicious smelling fall products including body scrubs, and homemade soap. The owner of this company has been in the beauty industry for 25 years as well as a nail technician. She loves to create products for herself and decided to share them with the world!
Ships To: US
Good To Know: Many other products available via their website.
Coupon: Use Code 5OFFLUV for $5 off your first box.
What’s inside: “Things Girls Luv is a self luv and care box for the busy woman on the go! Each month we’ll choose a theme and you’ll receive 5-7 of the cutest and trendiest items in: Fashion accessories, Exclusive LUV bath & body Products, Beauty items & more just for you”
The Cost: $12.95-$11.25 per month, depending on subscription length
Coupon: Use Code THEREVIEWGIRLS for 10% off your orders as long as you’re subscribed!
What’s inside: Each month you will get a pair of the most comfortable, hygienic, stylish, and sustainable pair of socks you’ll ever wear. Learn the advantages of wearing socks made of bamboo fiber and why it compares to no other.
The Cost: $49.99 per quarterly or $179.99 per year (total of 4 boxes)
What’s inside: Each quarter new women owned businesses are the sponsors in each box. Everything from accessories, jewelry, soaps/lotions, beauty care items, home decor, makeup, clothing items, etc can be packed in the box. The goal is to help female entrepreneurs share their brands & grow their businesses through the #TribeBox.
The Cost: $24.99 per month or the complete 7 box set for $125
Coupon: Sign up for their newsletter and receive your first month free, just pay shipping ($4.99).
What’s inside: It’s a step apart from everyday entertainment—better than a book, more engaging than television—think of it as an immersive mystery where you wear the detective hat. The story begins with the first delivery, or dispatch, if you will. You’ll find physical clues that lead you to the web and back to the real world to unravel a mysterious crime.
Ships To: US (free)
Good To Know: There are three adventures to choose from!
Coupon: Use code “RGIRLS20” and save 20% off your first box!
What’s inside: “Every month you get a gorgeous watch that’s yours to keep. Our fashionistas use your style profile to send you personalized picks you’re bound to love. We partner with dozens of watchmakers around the world and evaluate hundreds of designs to bring you on-trend styles you won’t find in stores.”
Ships To: Free to US, $3.95 to Canada, $4.95 for most international locations
What’s inside: Each box will include 5 editor-curated products in deluxe size, with a total value of at least $50. This box offers a mix of luxury and indie brands in each box. Expect skincare, hair care, cosmetics, and more.
Ships to: US only
Good to know: All new members who sign up for the Allure Beauty Box receive a special gift.
The Cost: Depends on experience and length of subscription
Coupon: Use code 2GIRLS and save 10% off your first month.
What’s inside: “A Unique Spanish Experience…In a box. Have you ever been to a place that you did not really belong, but somehow it felt better-than-home? That is just how we feel about Sevilla. We want to share with you our passion for this city and it’s culture: the food, the art, the history, the mysteries. Each month we handpick the most unique experiences Sevilla has to offer and ship them to you, wherever you are. Meet us, explore with us and be inspired by the most beautiful city in Spain…inside and out!”
Ships To: Free shipping to Europe, North America, and South America. Flat rate for all other countries is €24.90 (or about $28.87 US)