If you aren’t familiar with Golden Tote, here’s a really quick intro: Every month, a new "collection" of seasonally appropriate, trend-conscious clothing is added to their collection. Depending on the subscription level you choose, you can pick out 1-2 pieces from those options, and Golden Tote will surprise you with the rest. The surprise items are completely different from the collections you pick from. Golden Tote also offers a Surprise Tote, where you choose your preferred size but leave all the picking up to the stylists at Golden Tote.
Golden Tote offers a $149.00 Golden Tote (5 clothing items), or $59.00 Mini Tote (2 clothing items). Both allow you to pick at least one of your items. There's also a Surprise Tote (3 clothing items all picked by Golden Tote) for $89.00.
This is a review of the 5-item Golden Tote, which is $149.00.
And for those of you asking, yes, everything does arrive in a literal tote!
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About Golden Tote Clothing Subscription Box
The Subscription Box: Golden Tote 5-Item Tote
The Cost: $149 + free shipping
The Products: The 5-item Golden Tote includes 2 clothing items that YOU choose from their catalog, plus 3 items that Golden Tote's stylists choose for you based on your preferences. The 3 additional items don't typically come from the catalog, so they're complete surprises. Golden Tote releases a new "collection" of items to add to its catalog. The items are a mix of trendy and timeless looks, including dresses, casual tops, blouses, bottoms, denim, and third pieces like cardigans and jackets.
Ships to: The US for $5.95 or free on orders $149.00 and over. International for $30.00.
Delivered via: UPS or USPS
Golden Tote September 2018 Review
Here's my invoice. Now onto the items!
Golden Floral Wrap Top - Value: $40
This floral wrap top may very well be my favorite item from Golden Tote, possibly ever! I love the flattering and easy-to-wear wrap style, and the fit is spot on. The proportions - length, waist, sleeves - all hit me just right, and I don't have much of this color in my wardrobe but I think it works well for me. I also have to note that I ordered this top in an XL, which is rare for Golden Tote offer an XL (though, I don't check every style on release day, only the ones I plan to order). I have no doubt that this contributes to the fit, since my #1 issue with Golden Tote fitting is usually that it's too snug in the bust.
Final Touch Knotted Striped Top - Value: $40
I like the olive color of this top. The fabric is stretchy and comfortable, and the fit isn't bad except for the length. It's just far too short. I don't own a brown camisole, so I'll have to try this with a grey one underneath, though I think this top may just not work for me.
Chris & Carol Floral Wrap Dress - Value: $40
Yes, yes! Another win. Again, I don't wear red much and this shade is perfect for Fall. I also love that they took my height into consideration because this dress hits me just at the knee, and it can be hard to find dresses at a length I'm comfortable with at my 5'11" height. This dress will get a lot of wear. I can totally see it styled with mustard flats and a brown leather jacket.
Chris & Carol Floral Jersey Dress - Value: $40
This dress is so comfortable and is another item I know I'll be wearing often. It's just like a comfy tee, plus the length is great and it has pockets! The only thing that is a bummer is that it's a little tight across the chest, resulting in the print to be stretched and slightly distorted across the front. I'm hoping it's not particularly obvious, though, because I really like this dress and I will probably wear it anyway.
Feeling Floral Dress - Value: $42
This dress was my second chosen item this month (the first was the floral wrap top), and I love it! It's stretchy, lined on top, and the waist is elastic to make the top have a slight, flattering billow to it. It'll be great as-is or over tights as it gets more chilly! Love.
The Verdict: Golden Tote is one of my favorite subscriptions. Many of my favorite clothing items over the years have come from Golden Tote, and I think this tote adds to that list! This month's tote was a big win - I LOVE every item, with the exception of the olive top.
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Sign up now to start shopping regular totes! There's no telling what pieces Golden Tote will pick for you, but each month's new collection is launched at 12 EST the first Monday of every month.
Value Breakdown: My estimated retail values (based on similar items from Golden Tote’s boutique) add up to an estimated total retail value of $202. This box costs a total of $149. Averaged out, you’re paying about $29.80 per item.
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