Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review

ByLiz CadmanJul 10, 2015 | 144 comments

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Box

The Rachel Zoe Box of Style from The Zoe Report is a new subscription box from Rachel Zoe. I am a huge fan and love her taste, so I think this may be my favorite subscription box launch of the year so far!

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Open

My Subscription Addiction paid for this box. (Check out the review process post to learn more about how we review boxes).

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Sticker

The packaging on this box is fabulous - it definitely feels like you are unwrapping a luxe gift!

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Packaging

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Items

The Subscription: Box of Style by The Zoe Report

The Cost: $100

The Products: “Every season Rachel and our TZR editors will hand-curate more than $300 of our favorite fashion, beauty and lifestyle items.”

Ships to: US

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Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Letter

The box comes with an info booklet with Rachel's styling tips, and a letter from her introducing the box. This season's theme is all about the beach!

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Info

Each brand also included a coupon code for Box of Style subscribers.

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Satchel

Cambridge Satchel Company Large Push Lock Cross Body Bag - Value $150

This was the hero item that was spoiled in advance for the box. (I love that they share the highest-value item in advance). I don't own any white purses, so I was looking forward to this one!

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Purse Open

It's made with a sturdy white leather (with detachable crossbody strap), so you could use it as a clutch too. The size is pretty perfect for a grab and go summer purse. It has enough room for my wallet, phone, hand sanitizer, lip gloss, etc. It doesn't have any interior pockets though, so I'll probably use a small cosmetic bag to keep my lip gloss and makeup together.

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Protective Bag

It also comes with a protective storage bag. I really like this purse. It's a classic shape with classic colors, and it still feels very current.

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Mara

Mara Hoffman Sarong - Value $98

This sarong was designed exclusively for the Summer Box of Style! This might be my favorite item in the box. I've always loved Mara Hoffman prints, but I never owned any of her pieces until now!

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Wrap

The fabric is a lightweight wrap, and the colors are so vibrant! With the rainy weather we've been having in Pittsburgh, I don't think I'll be using it as a sarong any time soon, but it works great as a scarf. (Rachel also recommends trying it as a head scarf or as a halter dress).

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Peel

O.R.G. Skincare Mineral Peel Face - Value $44

This brand is completely new to me - and I'm already impressed with the product packaging!

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Bottle

This product is designed to exfoliate your skin in less than a minute. You spray it on, let it sit for 3-5 seconds, then use a washcloth to gently exfoliate, and then rinse off.

I love that this is a super quick use skincare product! The natural scent is fabulous too. After using it I couldn't tell a difference in my skin's appearance, but it did feel smoother. (And that is good enough for me to keep using it!)

Rachel recommends using this before applying self tanner.

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Lip

Too Faced Color Drenched Lip Cream in Spice Spice Baby - Value $22

This is one of the most moisturizing lip cream/lipstick products I've ever tried - I love it. I'm not normally a lipstick person, but this one is perfect for me. The pigment isn't as strong as most lipsticks - instead it gives a nice sheer color coverage.

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Bronzer

Too Faced Sun Bunny Bronzer - Value $34

This bronzer is highly pigmented, and has a good amount of shimmer, but still the overall look is matte - which I love.

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Nippies

Bristols Six Nippies Skin Covers - Value $26

Rachel included Bristols Six styling tape in the first Box of Style, so I think getting a styling tool/accessory in every box can probably be expected.

Rachel Zoe Box of Style Summer 2015 Subscription Box Review Nippies Open

These are reusable, and Rachel included them since "Summer is the season for sheer, gauzy, and lightweight fabrics. Nippies are the perfect styling accessory when a bra would be distracting. They mold to your body, work with your natural curves and go unnoticed in the best possible way."

Rachel also suggested using these in shoes as heel pads or insoles.

I still haven't used my styling tape from the last box, but I'll store these with tape for some future styling need!

Verdict: I love everything in this box - it feels so luxe and fashionable to me. The value is great too - about $374! What do you think of the Summer 2015 Box of Style? I already can't wait to see what the Fall box hero item will be!

Posted in Subscription Box Reviews, Subscription Boxes for Women

Liz Cadman

Liz is the founder of My Subscription Addiction. She's been hooked on subscription boxes since 2011 thanks to Birchbox, and she now subscribes to over 100 boxes. Her favorites include POPSUGAR Must Have, FabFitFun, and any box that features natural beauty products!

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144 comments

Suzanne

I’m not sure if you’ll see this, but do you think this purse could be used as a winter purse?

mary

hi girls, anyone could say me the weight of your RZ boxes on average?
I mean, I leave outside US and I´m planing to use a forwarding service, and i need to know “more or less” weight of box to calculate the shipping cost and if it worth the money.
thanks!

Helen

If anyone is still on the lookout for the Cambridge satchel, mine’s looking for a home. It’s unused, in the dust bag.
My husband presented me with a white bag for my birthday. I love the Cambridge bag, it’s a fab as I hoped it would be, but a girl can only have so many white bags so I’ll keep the birthday present and say goodbye to the Zoe satchel.
This is me: helenwheels24 at gmail.com

Rachel

If anyone wants to sell their box, I want it!

Anna

Does anyone still have this box or the spring one and is willing to sell it? Please email me [email protected]

Cathy

I received my additional items just the other day. You can check out my review of them by clicking on my name. I’m so happy with how they handled the late shipping and actually think it was quite generous of them!

Diana

Nina Garcia is going to have to really step up the curation of her next box. It’s already late so the items better be on point to now compete with Rachel Zoe.

Hildol

I finally opened my box. I was out of town and excited when i returned to see the huge stack of boxes lol. I LOVE the purse, wrap, face serum, and nippies. I NEVER thought i would use nippies but have already twice with low back dress and a sun dress and I have a chest and it looked great. My Issue though is that the lipstick was smushed into the cap. Now i live in florida however my husband was home and actually arrived as the box was being delivered and put it inside. I was also missing hte two faced bronzer. I have emailed customer service and hope to hear back from them soon. I was actually going to swap the purse as i have a different style white one already that i loved, but i loved the cross body style of this one! Very happy with the box and will be thrilled when i have a replaced lipstick and the bronzer 🙂

Christina

I just received my free gift for the shipping delay. It’s a Box of Style luggage tag and a Mara Hoffman bikini bag (link to photo below). I’m pretty excited about it–a unique, designer item (the only thing I’ve found out about the bag is that it was also given as a free gift with purchase of MH swimsuits at a MH trunk show; not for sale on the website) that fits perfectly with the summery theme of the box. I know some people are still miffed about it, but I couldn’t be happier with the way RZ handled this mix-up. This was my first Box of Style, even with the shipping delay I received it by mid-July, and I got an awesome free gift! Totally worth the price of the box, in my opinion. https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10106431610777320&set=a.10100190692667240.2855684.7903048&type=1&theater

claudia

How did your additional items arrive? Separately or in the original shipment box? I was told I would receive also. My box finally showed up today, I haven’t had much of a chance to look but I do know there are no extra items!

Christina

The additional items arrived separately and I received a separate shipping notification, but no tracking information. The return address is from Los Angeles.

Christina

Looks like my first link isn’t working, let’s try this one: https://scontent-dfw1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xtp1/v/t1.0-9/11698678_10106431610777320_7390711509916498499_n.jpg?oh=779dc4fa283580980572bf6c2c14c20e&oe=5658D3F4

Stacy

do you know where it shipped from? mine is suppose to be on its way but have no tracking

Laura

Revealed! This CLUSE rose gold watch with dual straps inside every fall Box of Style.

Terrie

My sister and i both got our boxes and noticed neither of us received a dust cover for the bag. I emailed them and received a reply stating that Cambridge did not provide dust covers for these purses. Boooooo.

Doclauren

Huh, weird! Mine was inside of the bag, which I was shocked by at first, but at least it was there!

Anne Shaw

I just got my box after having been on vacation when it arrived and it is fabulous! I love everything in it and will use it all. The bag I received is fine and I will try it out tomorrow. I love the sarong/scarf, it is perfect for a beach cover up/sarong (wish I had it for my vacation) and the print is awesome. The little tassels at each corner help my sarong stay in place. I also love the lipstick -it is a hint of color and very moisturizing.

[email protected]

This doesn’t really relate to this box but I’m really looking for a clothing subscription that doesn’t cost $200 for 5-6 items? I’ll spend $100 and I can’t seem to find anything. Anyone have any ideas?

Melinda

After receiving box, I found purse way too big for me. Kind of bummed since this is why I bought box in first place. Also, don’t go to beach often enough to warrant a sarong. Loved all the beauty products but would prefer to sell entire box if anyone is interested. Email me at [email protected].

Amy B-B

Does anyone have the bracelet from the spring box they are interested in selling? I have a very small wrist (wish the rest of my body took suit) and think it would work well for me. Message me if interested! Thx 😉
[email protected]

Steph

I received my box today. I stay away from spoilers so except for the bag it was a complete surprise. I love it all. I love the purse the most and plan on using it this weekend, glad to have received it in time. The sarong is beautiful and I love the too faced cosmetics. Nippies are useful for me since I’m small so it’ll be fun to try!

[email protected]

I will sell the box for cost plus shipping to whoever wants it. I haven’t even unwrapped the items. Son is leaving for college next month and I’d rather use the money on books.

Pinkisthenewblack

Did you find a buyer?

Jackie

I’m interested in new summer box if you’re still selling it for cost.

Anna Morris

Hi i will buy from you. Please send me your email asap 🙂

Abby

are you still looking to sell it?

Shari

I guess I shouldn’t complain since so many of you haven’t even gotten your boxes…but I’m going to anyways! I bought this box specifically for the white purse. First day I go to use my beloved white purse a metal pin falls out of the metal snap part and it falls off along with a spring inside it. I got the pieces back together-do you know how hard it is to find a spring that tiny?! I cannot manage to get the thing put back together. Appears there is something wrong with the pin 🙁 I certainly didn’t buy this so I could get in my car and take it to someone who can fix it and charge me $10. This sucks. I did email them.

liddybug

Sadly it happened to my friend too. Her purse broke into pieces the first day carrying it. I honestly think Rachel Zoe has more subscribers than she can handle so everything looks great but is of poor quality. Usually Cambridge is a top notch company so I feel like they may have sent out purses in bulk to RZ that didn’t pass their quality control. My friend emailed too and got no response.

Shari

I did get a response back from their customer service and it was actually within a few hours. Of course I now have to send my broken one back and pray that they have another one for me and that I can actually use the dang thing before summer is over! At least they did answer me. lot of hassle though.

HI Shari,
Thank you for contacting The Zoe Report! We are so sorry to hear that but are more than happy to send you a new bag. We will be in touch soon with a return label, once we receive the defective item we will send you a new bag.
xoxo,
Team Zoe

Any word on what the included extra is? I also got the email that mentioned there would be a bonus surprise extra included to compensate for the shipping delay, but…. I haven’t seen a single person receive anything other than whats shown in Liz’s review and is in the included enclosure booklet. Anybody? Oh, and can someone post the customer service email that got an actual reply, please. I’d like to send them a message as well, but so far haven’t gotten a reply from the contact us email on the site. Thanks in advice for any help! 🙂

Christina

The email I got is copied/pasted below. UPS tracking now says I’m supposed to receive my box tomorrow, so we’ll see! I have to say, usually I’m pretty impatient with customer service snafus, but it seems like the issue really was with UPS and not with Box of Style. Plus, I’m getting $300 worth of great (and some totally exclusive!) items, so I’m still excited about this box even if it arrives a little late.

“Hi Christina,

Apologies on the delay, we’ve had a lot of traffic over the weekend and are doing our best to get in touch with everyone before the day ends. We looked into your order and it seems your box never left our warehouse. Our sincerest apologies, we’ve had difficulties with UPS over the last week causing all of this shipping mayhem!

Your box will ship today and have a complimentary gift included. Again, our sincerest apologies.

xoxo,
Team Zoe”

Cindy

Please post back detailing the extra gift.

Emmy

I received the email about my box not shipping until mid-July, saying there would be a gift included to compensate for the wait. There was only the six items that were posted about here. I don’t know if they changed their minds, if they ran out of the item, if they forgot. I realize this is a new subscription box, but they’ve had MONTHS to get all this stuff ready. Horrible customer service and communication is not acceptable from a company of this caliber. Imagine if Rachel Zoe was styling an actress for an awards show… months in advance, then all of a sudden she tells them, “oops… your dress and accessories will be coming two weeks after I guaranteed…” so the actress ends up receiving the items after the event. Do you really think Rachel would be hired by that actress again? SMH. I think I’ll be canceling my subscription.

Christina

I just got an email saying that the extra gift is being shipped separately.

Claudia

So, you got Ann email telling you that your box wouldn’t ship until mid July and you would receive “something” for your patience. It sounds like you have received your box already and it’s only the 15th. That means your box shipped early despite the email you received. I believe the customer service people, I think the boxes did ship out of order.

I receive several subs each month … none arrives any early than the 8th of the month. Some show up at the very end of the month. I remember RZ telling us that boxes would begin shipping in July but I don’t recall being promised a delivery date. My objection is that they didn’t keep its in the loop.

Claudia

I received more or less the same email as Christina. I emailed them at the contact email listed for Rachel zoe box of style. Mine said that UPS had picked the boxes up in the wrong order, it was out if their hands. I’ll post the email later when I’m in front of an actual computer. They said they would offer done kind of compensation BUT it never says that there is anything extra included in the box. I tend to believe that someone sent the orders out wrong. I sent my email on Saturday and fit a response last night so they must be swamped.

Claudia

Thank you auto-correct! My Email to them was a little unpleasant, for that I’m sorry. Getting these sub boxes out must be stressful and crazy! I don’t care when boxes are late … I just like to be kept in the loop.

Christina

After reaching out via email, Facebook, and Twitter, I finally got a response from customer service. They said my box never left the warehouse, it should ship today, and they’re including a complimentary gift. Also said they’re trying to get in touch with everyone who reached out to them by the end of the day today, so hopefully everyone who doesn’t have their box yet will get a similar email.

I’m disappointed because I really wanted to use the sarong for my beach vacation this weekend, but I appreciate that they’re being super apologetic about the situation and including a little gift to make up for it. Sounds like it’s UPS’s fault and I’m sure the people at RZ are completely swamped trying to take care of the problem.

Claudia

I haven’t heard anything back from them. However, when I check my tracking number apparently the box was picked up from the warehouse yesterday and is scheduled for delivery on July 20th. I hope so! For reference, I’m in NYS about 2 hours north of NYC. I am very close to shipping hubs though so we’ll see.

Even with the delayed shipping, I’m feeling good about the RZ box. I actually purged a few subs this am. Bye bye Glossy Box and Nina Garcia (the hair box was a let down but I find I’m not crazy about the earlier boxes either!). I’d rather save my money for LE and SE boxes!

Sara

I emailed last week and never got a response from them. My box has been in the “label created” phase for almost 2 weeks. I think they way they handled this situation is crappy.

Connie

I just received my box today (West coast) and also had the email for shipping on July 3rd so hopefully some of you that have not received will either receive today or tomorrow. I think the box is great with well thought out items. Of course, nothing less than what Rachel Zoe would put her name to. Can hardly wait to see what the next box brings since Fall is my favorite time of year.

Laura

Can’t wait to see the Autumn box!:)

Julia S

Unfortunately, I NEVER received my Box of Style – I only received an email stating it has shipped, but the tracking number NEVER left the warehouse! I have been trying for over a week to reach “customer service” via email (Rachel Zoe does not publish a phone number on their website) and have been completely ignored! I am so upset and frustrated! I was looking forward to getting my Box of Style for 3 long months…and now they have my $100 and won’t return an email! As far as I’m concerned, it’s a ripoff and I would steer clear of a company that doesn’t have a decent customer service department. I am wondering if anyone else has had issues?

Sara

I’ve been in the same boat, I emailed last week and go no response. I just checked my tracking today though and it’s finally moved, it says scheduled delivery is this Friday. I’m definitely mad about it too though, getting it 2 weeks after it was “shipped” no apologies, no extra, no nothing. I’m canceling after this one and never again.

Claudia

I also am getting no response from them! My tracking number is also not moving. I imagine we’ll get the boxes at some point but im seriously starting to think that I don’t want to do business with companies that are”unreachable”!

Heather

My box had not shipped either. I reviewed an email 10 days ago saying it shipped but hadn’t moved!

Jennifer

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Claudia

Am I the only only who received a shipping notice dated 7/3 but when I check UPS, my box has yet to be picked up?? I wouldn’t mind if RZ customer service would be upfront with me. I’m going to email them today!

Christina

Same thing happened to me…glad I’m not alone, and that RZ is aware of the issue. I’m going to email customer service today to see if they have any updates. Maybe if they get a ton of questions they’ll be more proactive about figuring out what’s going on with UPS. Hopefully we all get our boxes soon!

Kathy

I am in the same boat. But I never even got a shipping notice until I emailed them last week. It shows a label was created on 7/3 but nothing beyond that. They said there were some issues with UPS….I hope I get sooner than later. I have also not received my Causebox which is weird. Maybe I am cursed:)

claudia

I haven’t gotten a response back yet in any form. According to UPS, a shipping label was created 7/3 but the package hasn’t been picked up yet. That doesn’t seem right! If they were going to ship late, just tell us!

Patty

You’re not the only one! U emailed them Saturday. I expect them to reply today.

Mary

No, you are not alone…the same thing happened to me too. I emailed them last week and was told they would update but still haven’t heard anything. So frustrating! Let me know what they tell you please!

Claudia

It’s annoying because so many others who received that July 3 ship notice have received their boxes already! I guess it will bee my fall box!

Brandy

Rachel Zoe sure knows her way around a sub box! This one was great too!

As for the Nippies, I am also a big-busted girl and would never go braless. But, I think there are uses for these. I have a friend who, how shall I put this delicately… has rather big nips. She is so funny, she wears band-aids on hers to cover them since even a bra doesn’t help. I’m totally going to send these to her. They are perfect and probably less painful then band aids. 🙂

One more possible use for them… my husband is a runner and he also wears band aids on his man-nips because otherwise they chafe and can bleed from his shirt rubbing on them when he runs (who knew male runners had such issues!?!) – I wonder if he can wear these too?? I always get excited when there’s items in my sub boxes that the husband can use. LOL! 🙂

Olivia

I am soooooo excited to receive my summer box!! I missed the spring box and was bummed. Does anyone know if I would automatically start receiving the next boxes, fall, etc. Or do I have to sign up each time? I’m hoping it renews like a regular subscription, I don’t want to miss any upcoming boxes. This looks like it will be a new favorite for me, and I get a lot of boxes!!!

Olivia

I may sell my sarong if anyone is interested. It looks like a beautiful print, I just don’t have too much use for a sarong.

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