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Pinup In A Pack Subscription Box Review – August 2017

Nicole Rieder
ByNicole RiederAug 20, 2017 | 16 comments

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

Pinup In A Pack
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Pinup in a Pack is monthly jewelry and accessory subscription box that is personally curated and hand selected just for you. With every box, you get three or four retro vintage-inspired pieces. 

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

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Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

The Subscription Box: Pinup in a Pack

The Cost: $19.99 (shipping included. Free shipping only applies to the lower 48 states.)

The Products: Three to four retro inspired jewelry or accessory items

Good to Know: Items can be up to a retail value of $50.

Also Good To Know: You can get a 3, 6, or 12-month subscription. Boxes are shipped out to ongoing subscribers the 11th of each month.

Check out all more jewelry and accessories subscription boxes in the Women’s Subscription Box List!

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Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

The invoice has contact info if I have any questions on my box and shows me as a reoccurring order. It is a pretty standard invoice.

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

Cotton Paisley Print Scarf Bandana (retail price ranges. I found similar ones at 12 for $11.99 here)

There is something very classic about a paisley print bandana. Just glancing at bandanas like this makes me think of my grandfather who owned a gun shop and was a huge John Wayne fan; Gramps wore bandanas like this around his neck often. I, myself, amassed quite the bandana collection in every color from my local craft store; I used them as hair wraps when I was in college. Isn’t it wild how many memories can be incited from simply looking at a bandana?! Nostalgia aside, because this item is rather common and easy to find, I wasn’t incredibly impressed with this bandana’s inclusion. I will give Pinup in a Pack props though for including such a versatile and classic accessory, though.

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

Fruit earring set (cost unavailable)

Truth be told, I am a sucker for any kind of fruit designs!  Whether it be on clothing, house ware items, or vintage accessories--- I probably am salivating over it. A lot of jewelry accessories focus on cherries and bananas, so I really love that these watermelon earrings were featured in this fruit salad collection. This set also makes me nostalgic for trips to Claire’s as a kid; sifting through racks and racks of earring sets for the perfect one. These are kitschy and youthful, but not necessarily earrings I would wear every day. I wore the watermelon earrings all day at work and I can happily say they did not make my ears itch like some costume jewelry pieces do!

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

Pinup In A Pack August 2017 Women's Vintage Jewelry and Accessories Subscription Box

Set of Two Wooden Bangles (price unavailable)

These bangles may be my favorite of the items in my first Pinup in a Pack! First glance at these made me want to hop in a tiger print dress of mine and go out for a night on the town. The wooden material is very light and these bangles could be worn lower on the wrist, but they are big enough they could go up closer to ones’ elbow. These wooden bangles are so versatile that they pair well with an outrageous Saturday night ensemble to a toned-down business casual look for the Monday after at the office. 

Verdict: This is my first Pinup in a Pack and I have to say I am left feeling a bit mixed, which may be due to my high expectations from creeping their Instagram page. For $19.99, I feel that the cost is fair, in part due to the fact that it includes the shipping fees. I hope the next box includes accessories like sunglasses - especially cat eyes or at least something that feels a bit more special and less common and accessible. That all being said, the accessories I did receive pair well and definitely have a retro theme. I am very open and eager to see what my next box will be like.

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Nicole Rieder
Nicole Rieder
Nicole has been a subscription box enthusiast since she began reviewing for MSA in 2017. She loves writing plus size clothing box reviews because she is all about body positivity/neutrality and feels fun and exciting clothing should be accessible for everyone! Nicole not only has a passion for fashion, but all things vintage from the 60s and 70s and her idol, John Waters.

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16 comments

Jann

Nicole, you make everything look so stylish, or rather you are so stylish! I love your clothing reviews because you pick more daring, fun styles, it is very inspiring! 🙂

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Nicole Rieder

Jann, I am so sorry I am late on responding! Thank you! That means a lot to me!

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ItsHollyAgain

you are gorgeous, but I’m kinda disappointed in this sub. Nothing exciting and can be found for much cheaper elsewhere.

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Ash

You’re so gorgeous, Nicole!

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Nicole Rieder

Awe, Ash! Thank you so much!

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C

I feel like going to Claire’s and paying $4-6 for the earrings, bandanas like that are $1 at Wal-Mart…and I don’t think the bracelets are worth much and they don’t scream pin-up to me. The bandana is the only really classic style accessory and it is so affordable elsewhere. I like your review, this box is just a big no on value though.

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Nicole Rieder

I agree a good bit on that, C. I am hoping for a better box next month because the ones they had prior looked so adorable and made me want to try them out. Fingers crossed for the September box!

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C

Also your hair is a little more orange than my natural color but close! Gingers unite!

C

Fingers crossed you get something amazing then!

If you’re into vintage stuff (and I’m not promoting it here just mentioning a sale I found in case this is somehow not supposed to be in comments), I just got myself a new lipstick off of the Besame Cosmetics website and any order gets one of their foundation sticks ($25 usually) for free (won’t show in bag, but anything through 22nd will include one). It’s only one color a pinky light-medium beige, and while I’m porcelain fair I’m going to use it for some gentle contouring probably. Free shipping over $20 too.

Sharon

I love this idea! I would have been annoyed if I received this box too. I don’t even think it’s worth $10.

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Nicole Rieder

Yeah, the bandanna frustrated the heck out of me because you can get those just about anywhere. I will give them props that it is a classic look, but I am really hoping the next box is a better one!

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katie

I love your reviews! When I saw the heading I was SO intrigued,and then I saw what you received. There is another box that delivers a lot more for your money. It’s called the Rockabilly Box.

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haylie666

Yikes! I just looked up the Rockabilly box and I must have it! Thanks so much for mentioning it…. where has it been all my life?

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Nicole Rieder

Thank you, Katie! I just checked them out and that looks like a fun box. Plus they have a hair devoted box too! WHOA!

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Jackie

You look adorable and I love the concept of this sub.

That being said, I would be disappointed if I got this box. I will keep my eye on this subscription though and hope the next box is better!

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Nicole Rieder

I agree, Jackie! Looking at their IG I had such higher expectations. The items in their actual store are so cute. I was hoping for some sunglasses and a more unique scarf. I am holding out hopes that the next one will be an improvement!

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