With millennial spending on subscription boxes in Canada being on the rise, new subscription companies keep launching and it’s becoming even more tough to decide which subscription services are actually worth it. With hundreds of subscriptions boxes, like Fab Fit Fun, available to ship quarterly, monthly, and even weekly, how can we decide which ones are worth our precious dollars? Global subscription spending is growing at 30% annually so we should probably be a bit more careful, and avoid the subscription trap. It happens to the best of us because when you sign up for a subscription, we often forget about it, and it renews and renews, racking up a $150 per month credit card charge for the average Canadian subscriber. So back to my original question, is there a subscription box that is worth it? The answer is yes.

Fab Fit Fun is most definitely worth the hype and here’s why.

The Value Is Great

The way Fab Fit Fun works is that you receive a customized box every season, four times per year. Each box is valued at over $200, with some boxes nearing $400. Essentially, you end up paying $200 for $800-$1200 worth of product — amazing, right?! You receive about 8 items per box and though you wouldn’t necessarily pay retail prices for these sometimes overhyped fad items, getting them at a small fraction of the price is really fun!

It’s all customizable

Right from when you sign up to the service you fill in an extensive survey that covers everything from your beauty, fitness, and other lifestyle preferences. From whether your hair is coloured and how often you exercise, to whether you prefer lipstick or lipgloss, Fab Fit Fun tries to cover everything. On top of that, before each box is mailed, you get to customize even further! Each box comes with three to four items which every subscriber receives. There are an additional few items that you get to select from based on your lifestyle or can keep it a surprise — it’s totally up to you!

You can always regift

One thing I absolutely love about Fab Fit Fun is that I’m constantly discovering new brands. Sometimes they are a hit and sometimes they are a miss though. For example, if every box receives a tea pot, for example and you don’t drink tea, then you end up with a tea pot that is going to go to waste — unless you regift it! Since these products are all full size and always on trend, you will almost always have someone to regift these unopened, never used popular products to.

There are add ons

Before each Fab Fit Fun box gets sent out to you, there is a period of a couple weeks where you are able to “add on” to your order. The add on section of the Fab Fit Fun site offers full sized products that you may have ran out of from a previous box, or a wider product range to some of the brands subscribers loved from previous boxes. The best part? These add-ons come in your upcoming box so there are no added shipping fees!

There are members-only discounts

The last perk? Each box comes with a little “magazine” that highlights each product, its uses, and other additional info you may find interesting. At the back of the magazine you’ll find discount codes for most of the brands in the box, so that you can order what you love direct from those brands at any time. 

**Please note: prices listed above are in US dollars, shipping and duties may apply.**

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Subscription boxes are truly the gifts that keep on giving. Month after month, you can expect a curated package filled with new and unique pieces delivered right to your doorstep! Treat yourself or a friend to scheduled special deliveries that are expertly catered to your (or their!) style and taste. Although we don’t get letters through the post as often as we used to, we can now get on-trend clothing, accessories, and beauty products delivered! Plus, you get to skip the headache of traditional retail, with the long line-ups and busy crowds.

Here are 6 of the best subscription boxes you can get!

FabFitFun

Instagram/@fabfitfun

This seasonal box gets you four generous boxes a year for $179.00 USD. You get 8-10 full-sized premium products, along with access to FabFitFun TV, members-only sales, and membership to the FabFitFun community. FabFitFun TV has new content that’s updated seasonally with on-demand workout videos! This box is endorsed by celebrities and influencers alike, and for good reason. Use code AMAZE for $10 off. 

Sock Box

Instagram/@sockboxca

Sick of always wearing the same boring black socks? Well then it’s time to get your hands on a Sock Box subscription where you can receive up to two pairs of fun and colourful socks right to your door. What we love about this subscription service is that it’s only available in Canada whereas most companies are U.S based. Starting at just $13/month, you can brighten and liven up your sock drawer!

Rachel Zoe’s Box of Style

Instagram/@boxofstyle

The OG Queen of Style, Rachel Zoe, has curated her own subscription box filled with luxurious fashion essentials. This quarterly subscription service costs $99.99 each season and each box has a retail value of over $400 USD. Select your pricing plan and share your style preferences to receive your seasonal trends picked by Rachel herself!

Frank and Oak Style Plan

Instagram/@frankandoak

For the eco-queen, Frank and Oak’s fashion box ships out sustainable clothes to you monthly but its green thumb isn’t what makes the brand’s box stand out. The products in every box are chosen by an expert stylist and data algorithm that ensure each box is customized to you. You also get to authorize your picks and edit them to your liking, or skip the month altogether.  Need some time to decide what you like? You can take a week to decide what you want to keep and send back what you don’t for free. Items range from $29-$149 so you can make sure your order is according to budget, with a monthly styling fee of $25. With a membership, you also get access to Frank and Oak’s full collection for 20% off. 

The Detox Box

Instagram/@thedetoxmarketcanada

This clean beauty subscription box from The Detox Market features a different brand each month and includes at least $110 worth of product. Expect brands like Indie Lee, Skin Owl, The Beauty Chef, and so many more. The Detox Market is home to an abundance of skincare, hair, and beauty products that are all natural, clean, and made without harsh chemicals. Its monthly box makes sure you always have some clean beauty in stock. Choose between 3 months for $64.99 or 6 months for $57.99. 

Adore Me

Instagram/@adoreme

Hate shopping for bras? Skip it altogether with Adore Me’s personalized lingerie subscription service. Get your underwear and pyjama shopping done all without having to leave your bed. With over 500 styles and bra sizes ranging from 30A to 46G, you have a week to decide what you want to keep and what you want to send back. For $39.95 per month (plus $5.95 shipping and a $20 styling fee), get the perfect fit on all your favourite styles. 

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