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Every season Rachel Zoe and the CURATEUR team will hand-curate more than $400 worth of their favorite fashion, beauty, and lifestyle items. The box costs $99.99 per quarter and ships to the U.S., Canada, the U.K., and Australia. This box seems to always have a wearable fashion item of some sort, usually a piece of jewelry, skincare, and makeup, and a home or lifestyler item, making it feel very well-rounded. It is not uncommon to see CURATEUR-exclusive items that are one-time collaborations with higher-end designers.
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First Impressions
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My box arrived with a handy booklet full of info and pretty, editorial-style imagery. This booklet always feels like a fancy little magazine and the extra info on the brands/designers is a nice element that makes the box feel well-rounded and fashion-forward.
What's Inside the Box
U BEAUTY Resurfacing Compound, 1.7 fl oz - Retail Value $228
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This isn't my first bottle of this treatment but it is the biggest I have ever received! And luckily, I like this formula a lot. It is aimed at smoothing texture and fine likes, aka "resurfacing" your face. This is accomplished through a potent blend of AHA's, vitamin C, and retinol. Together, they brighten, exfoliate, smooth, plump, and boost collagen production. These powerhouse ingredients are balanced with hydrating hyaluronic acid and vitamin E and skin-loving peptides. This formula has a medium-weight gel sort of texture and absorbs very easily and I didn't find it irritating in the slightest, though if you are new to AHAs I would start slow. Be sure to wear your SPF because formulas like this can cause sun sensitivity.
Kjaer Weis Im-Possible Mascara in 'Black' - Retail Value $32.00
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This brand always has the fanciest and most beautiful packaging, which makes it feel super luxurious. This mascara arrived in a red metal (refillable!!) tube and nestled inside a lovely red box. I liked how it added length and volume to my lashes and it also boosted my curl. I need mascara to stay in place all day, especially since I have one eye that tends to get black smudges underneath while the other stays pristine. I wore this all day (to the gym and back) and was really impressed by how it stayed in place. The brush itself has two flat sides and two curved edges, which means it applies best with a sort of rolling motion. It has a slight learning curve but works great! My only complaint is that you do have to work a little to get it off in the shower but I found that my oil cleanser made decently-quick work of it.
Thula Tula Ivory African Zebra Blanket - Listed Value $129.00
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My husband and I basically run on two very different body temperatures. He is the sort that thinks it is completely acceptable to leave the thermostat at 66 degrees while I like a nice 74 if I am home alone. I usually lose this battle, which means LOTS of blankets and throws. This one is on the lighter side of things, but it is still a great cozy layer that adds warmth without being heavy. We actually just adopted a little blind Pomeranian (it's a whole story) and he is a blanket king! He took to this one right away I think because of the lighter weight. He is only 5 lbs and can push this one around into his perfect little nest a lot easier than the heavier blankets. It is made out of 100% acrylic and super soft.
It is also quite large!
Meet Teddy!
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The following item is a choice item:
Subscribers can choose between silver or gold!
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Jennifer Zeuner Allie Necklace - Listed Value $132 (similar here!)
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Ahhh, the forever trendy herringbone necklace. It is always in style and always adds a chic little touch to any outfit. I have a bracelet version of this style and it is super easy and comfortable to wear. This one is really well made and subscribers can choose between a 14k gold plating or a silver plating. It also has an adjustable chain extender that allows it to be worn as small as about 16 inches or as long as about 18 inches. I really like that such a classic and minimal style was included this quarter because you can wear it day or night, layered or solo, and it always looks great. If it isn't your thing, it arrives in a great little pouch for regifting!
This is how it fits on the smallest size option on my neck.
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The following two items are choice items:
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JJ Winters Nikki Clutch - Listed Value $79 (find an alternative version here!)
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This was the only piece this delivery that felt rather inexpensive to me. Sure, it is faux leather, but it just felt light and flimsier than I would have wanted. To put this in perspective though, unless anyone else is holding your purse, no one will notice. Because, visually, it's really great. The envelope style is sharp and classy, and the gold croc material is a good shade of gold: not too yellow, not too pale. You can wear this with nearly anything. I easily could fit my cellphone, wallet, and lipstick with room to spare.
This piece would likely shine more when paired with a holiday dress, but it isn't quite time for holiday parties and this Nike sweatshirt will have to do for now.
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Thirdlove Satin Robe - Listed Value $70 (similar, sized version here)
I am always super skeptical of a one-size item. For background, I wear a 12/14 right now and I can't imagine something fitting me that is also going to fit people both smaller and larger than I am. It is just a really hard thing to get right. This OS robe fits me pretty well, though I prefer mine looser, personally. I don't see this being super comfortable for many people over a 14/16. The fabric is 100% poly but the satin feels pretty weighty and very comfortable. As far as satin robes go, this one is nice! If you are comfortable with the sizing. I tried to measure it with a tape measure but the design of this one makes it hard for those measurements to feel like they are very helpful. Instead, here is a shot of me in it:
Verdict
This quarter's CURATEUR absolutely had some holiday vibes. And I thought the curation was nicely done! I loved the serum, necklace, mascara, and even the blanket. I think the second choice item between the clutch and the robe was a bit of a dud for me across both choices, but this was mostly due to quality and fit issues that other subscribers might care less about depending on how the robe fits or how they feel about the material of the purse. I think this box will delight loads of people though if they are treating themselves or using this box as a gifting opportunity.
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To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Yes, as of publication, this box is still available.
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Value Breakdown: This box costs $99.99, meaning each of the 5 items has an average cost of $20.00.
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