Smartass & Sass is a monthly subscription for sassy ladies. There are 4 plans available:
The Shirt Only subscription is $24.95, Box Only is $49.95, the Big Box Subscription (which includes the shirt and box) is $69.95 and a “Small Box” subscription is $29.95. Shipping is included for all boxes.
Each box contains full size beauty and lifestyle items from Smartass & Sass and various other sassy businesses. The shirts are comfy unisex T's available in sizes XS-4X.
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First Impressions
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Warning: This review is not for the faint of heart! If you’re offended by bad language, this probably isn’t the review or box for you! If you’re like me and thrive on poor language and bad ideas, this is definitely a subscription box you need in your life! Consider yourself warned!
With that said, November's theme was: “C*nt Get Cozy!” It’s a clever theme for a sassy winter box and a great reminder to take care of yourself during this chilly season.
Let’s Get Cozy!
Too Peopley Punch Needle Kit - Retail Value $24.95
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Big Box subscribers can now customize 2-3 items in their box each month! Unfortunately for me, I missed the customization window, so Smartass chose my items for me. The first choice item this month was to choose the main color of this punch needle set. I was so excited when I pulled this kit out of the box. I’m a hardcore crafter, so I’m thrilled! I’ve never done punch needling, but it’s been on my list to try. I can’t wait to get started!
If you’ve never heard of the punch needle craft, you use a special, pointy tool to stab yarn through embroidery fabric. Depending on the yarn color and placement, a design is created. It reminds me of a combination of embroidery and latch-hooking. It was clever of the Smartass crew to include a craft kit. Crafting is a great way to spend a cozy winter afternoon!
Sassy Coaster Set - Retail Value $17.95
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For the second choice item, Smartass chose to send me this set of coasters. These are from a past box (April of 2022). Each month, of the four items Big Box subscribers are given to choose from, two are totally new and two are from past boxes.
I really love these coasters. So much so, in fact, that I bought three more sets from the Smartass store to use as Christmas gifts. Which is why, despite how awesome they are, I wasn’t thrilled to see them in this box. I know that I missed the choice window, so Smartass chooses for me, but hopefully in the future, when they choose for Big Box subscribers, they will give them one of the new items.
That said, these coasters are hilarious and very nicely made. The top has a cute image (with a snarky phrase) that has a smooth coating over metal. The bottom of the coaster is cork lined, to protect your table. My gal pals who received them as Christmas gifts are raving about them!
Nope Beanie - Retail Value $19.95
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November’s third choice item was a head warmer of some kind. Smartass chose to send me a deep teal beanie with the word, “Nope” on the front. I love the color, but living in the relatively temperate climate of San Diego California, I don’t have much use for beanies. Plus, this is the third beanie that I’ve received from the Smartass & Sass box.
It definitely fits the “C*nt Get Cozy” theme, though, and one of the choice options that Smartass offered was a knitted ear warmer. That would have been a nice change, but it’s my fault for missing the choice window. Credit to the Smartass team for choosing one of their new designs; at least this style is slightly different from the previous ones. It won’t go to waste, though, because my sassy niece in (chilly) North Carolina will adore it!
Neuro Spice Pill Case - Retail Value $9.95
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This isn’t the first pill case that Smartass has included in their boxes. Actually, at first, I didn’t even realize it was a pill container. I’ve not seen one quite like this. To me, it looks more like a tin you’d expect to see lip balm in. If it wasn’t for the cartoon of a pill on the top, I might not have figured out its intended purpose without reading the box insert.
The phrase on the top is: “My Spice Girl Name Would Be Neuro Spice.” I get the reference to the British pop band, The Spice Girls, I’m just not seeing the connection to “Neuro Spice.” Maybe it’s just me. I’m also not a fan of the container itself, because it only has one compartment with no dividers. And I’m not quite getting the connection to the “C*nt Get Cozy” theme.
Delicate F*cking Flower Bubble Bath - Retail Value $14.99
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Bubble bath is a clever addition to a box designed to make you feel cozy in the depths of winter! I can’t think of a better way to get cozy than with a bubble bath. Well, except hot chocolate. Everything feels cozier with hot chocolate! As for the bubble bath, it’s lovely! A little goes a very long way. It says to add a capful, which is enough for around 20 baths!
It also has ingredients that are nourishing to your skin, such as aloe, chamomile and oats. All three of those soothe the skin. The scent is described as: Black Vanilla and Bergamot. It’s a very comforting scent that isn’t too feminine, for the whole family to enjoy. Assuming you’re willing to share! Overall, it’s fantastic. Plus, its name will make you cackle: I’m A Delicate F*cking Flower!” Indeed!
Set The Damn Mood Candle - Retail Value $22.00
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This candle was the final choice item this month. I’m very pleased with the candle that the Smartass crew chose for me! It’s called, “Set The D*mn Mood” and the scent is called, “Get Some.” I find that hilarious, since that's what candles do best. As for what it actually smells like, Smartass describes it as florals, wood and citrus. Personally, I don’t notice the citrus, but that’s perfectly fine with me because I'm not a fan of citrus. The fragrance is lovely: deep, rich and romantic. It very much lives up to its name; light it and the mood is set!
Come What Gray Collectable Marker - Retail Value $4.95
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This year, Smartass & Sass is including a different colored fine-point Sharpie, with appropriately funny phrases, in each month’s box. This is the eleventh in the set and the theme, “C*nt Get Cozy” fits the name of the color on the marker: “Come What Gray.” It’s a clever play on words; the original phrase being, “come what may.” The marker ink is gray; appropriate for the gray days of winter.
I really love the idea of a new marker every month. My set is looking great, and I’m keeping them in the “Where The F*ck Did My Day Go” bag from a previous month's box. If you miss a month and want to complete your set, the Smartass online shop sells them individually (while supplies last).
Disappointed But Not Surprised - Unisex T-Shirt - Retail Value $24.95
November’s shirt has to be one of my absolute favorites! I love the color, but the phrase emblazoned on it is the true winner. “Disappointed but not surprised!” That’s a feeling we can all relate to!
I’m not a T-shirt person so my niece Elizabeth has kindly volunteered to model them. Elizabeth says that the shirts are true to size, long enough to wear with yoga pants and ridiculously soft! She now looks forward to her monthly sassy shirt! Thank you for modeling, Elizabeth, enjoy the shirts!
The Verdict
November’s theme, “C*nt Get Cozy,” is as raunchy as it is clever. I really love it, because it’s a great reminder to care for yourself during these freezing months. Often during this season we are so concerned with making everything perfect for our family and friends that we neglect ourselves. Self-care isn’t selfish; time to light a candle, draw up a hot bubble bath and grab your craft kit. Smartass & Sass has made it easy for you to get cozy!
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To Wrap Up
Can you still get this box if you sign up today?
No, your first box will be the January box. However, you have the option to order previous boxes from the Smartass store.
Value Breakdown: The November Big Box (including T-shirt) cost $69.95 which means each of the 8 items (counting the T-shirt) cost an average of about $8.74. That’s a great value!
I’d like to add that there is a Smartass & Sass online shop that contains items found, and not found, in the box. It’s open to everyone, but subscribers that enter the password on the back of the box insert will receive 20% off of their order!
Exciting news: Customization is now available to Big Box Subscribers! They are allowed to choose up to three items in each month’s box! Customization is open each month from the 26th to the 10th. Subscriptions bill on the 1st and ship on the 18th. Occasionally, the boxes ship late, which is why I received my November box in December and am embarrassingly late with this review.
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