INK+ALLOY is a female-founded accessory brand with a mission to empower women through every day, modern pieces that make a bold statement. Their accessories are all designed in Atlanta, and made both in Atlanta and by artisans in India. Their seed bead earrings are hand-woven and their Insider Club sends one surprise pair of earrings per month for $25/month. That's 25-30% savings + free shipping!
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Opening The Box
INK+ALLOY subscribers can look forward to receiving their earrings arriving in a small white box, typically with their name written on the front. Increasingly, that's it. I'm always game with the low-waste approach.
Here's What's Inside
Wow! I am so tickled by these! They're really a change from the norm with their multicolor gemstone flowers and no beads in sight. They're luxe, but still delightfully playful. And when I do luxe, I do appreciate jewelry that doesn't take itself too seriously.
For the first time in the few years that I've reviewed this box I couldn't find a trace of these earrings on the INK+ALLOY website. There are other multicolor gemstone styles, like these and these, and just like the beaded styles, they're all original INK+ALLOY designs that were handmade by skilled artisans in India with original hypoallergenic nickel + lead-free brass hardware.
I have several formal dresses in my wedding guest rotation that would really give these earrings an opportunity to shine, and I'm excited for their time. But I had a strong urge to slip on a cozy sweater with these danglies the day they came, and I felt really good moving through my afternoon in a super-casual outfit mixed with their colorful sparkle. They're lightweight, so in a way they felt the same as any other pair I might reach for on a weekday. But knowing how special they are gave the day some extra pizzazz.
The Verdict
INK+ALLOY's October earrings are bold, colorful floral jewels that sparkle just as beautifully for everyday as they will for a formal occasion. They're such a fun change from the norm!
Value - Was This Box Worth It?
The Cost: $25 per month + free shipping.
Value Breakdown: The INK+ALLOY Insider subscription costs $25 per month + free shipping. Typically I calculate the percent discount you get by receiving the earrings through this box, but I can't find the retail value for this pair. Typically Insiders benefit from a 30-60% discount and I'm sure this month is no different!
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Other Things You Should Know
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? Yes, but you might receive a different color combination. INK+ALLOY functions on a rolling subscription model, so your order will ship 1-2 business days after you've placed it and then recur on that same day each month.
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