New Plated Menu for February 24th 2014 and Coupon Code

Plated

Cost: $15 per plate (minimum 4 plates)  or $12 per plate with membership (2 plates free with coupon)

Coupon: Save 50% off your first Plated order with coupon code Click Here (Only $30 to try!!!)

Delivery Options: Wednesday 3/5/14 or Saturday 3/8/14

What is Plated?

Plated delivers fresh, ready-to-cook ingredients paired with gourmet recipes so that you can cook delicious, hassle-free meals at home. Choose which recipes you’d like each week, and Plated delivers all of the perfectly portioned ingredients directly to you – No need to grocery shop or recipe hunt, and best of all, no excess waste! We provide you with a convenient and nutritious to make something extraordinary!

If you missed my February Plated review click here to take a peek of how amazing it turned out!

January 27th 2014 Selections Available for only 6 more days after today (updated weekly, new menu every Monday) and are delivered either on Wednesday 3/5/14 or Saturday 3/8/14:

Broccoli, Sweet Potato, and Quinoa Casserole

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Moroccan Beef Tagine with Squash and Couscous

Pan Roasted Vegetables with Creamy Coconut Curry and Na’an

Mushroom and Leek Udon with Tofu and Spinach

Pork and Pineapple Stir-Fry with Napa and Purple Cabbages

Berbere Salmon with New Potatoes and Kale

Thyme-Rosemary Chicken with Braised Winter Vegetables

Pork and Pineapple Stir-Fry with Napa and Purple Cabbages sounds like a winner to me!

So for the same price as a meal out, you can make dinner from your home with the same $15 per plate (minimum 4 plates) with 2 plates free with your first Plated order Click Here or get lower plate costs with a $10 membership reducing plate cost to $12 per plate (minimum 4 plates) with 2 plates free with your first Plated order Click Here. I say it is worth a shot!

If you are considering trying Plated than here are some reason’s why you should:

1. New meals come out every week – If you don’t like one week, skip it and enjoy the next one.

2. You are able to try completely remarkable foods!

3. Every thing you receive is fresh and delicious

4. If you waste money on food, well guess what, this is perfect because you only receive what you need for the meals!

5. Want to try new and flavorful foods? This is perfect for you… I have tried so many ingredients that I am addicted to the taste of new food (is that even possible?)

6. Have a picky husband or spouse? Surprise them with a meal and don’t tell them what is in it till afterwards! I bet they will eat it and start eating healthier, because of you forcing them to try new foods (secretly)!

The menu is updated weekly and I love how they have ton’s of recipes each week!!! They even send me updated recipe cards every week in my email, which I love strictly for the convenience factor! You can skip multiple weeks, but it would be wise to at least order twice a month if you pay the membership fee; otherwise, you are loosing out.

Did you order your Plated box? Let me know how you like it!

New Plated Menu for February 24th 2014 and Coupon Code

Golden Tote February 2014 Review

Golden Tote 

Cost: Two options $49 (2 to 3 items) to $149 (5 to 6 items) plus shipping

What is Golden Tote?

Golden Tote  deals with High End Clothing….. To Simplify things, you pick one or two items you like and the stylist will include two to six free items depending on your Golden Tote plan! It’s always exciting when you get your Golden Tote at your door! The mystery of gorgeous high end clothing is so titillating!

My Golden Tote came today and I am so excited! If you missed my prior post about Golden Tote click here.

How does Golden Tote work?

First, create a profile…

Next, select price point…I selected the $149 Golden Tote Subscription, which including shipping for me it came out to be $156.95.

Finally,  pick which Item(s) you want from those available. For the $149 option pick two items and they will pick the other three to four for your bag!

Included was a style guide based on the two items I selected.

Renee C Fun and Flirty V Neck $32

The first item I selected of my two items I could pick was this patterned shirt from Renee C. I love how playful the top is and had to have it!

Ellison Cool Rider Jacket $62

The second item I picked was this delightful denim jacket! The jacket is a bit snug, but super comfy for the upcoming Spring season.

Priddy by Puella Swing Dress $30 ?

I love how super soft this dress is and when worn with a belt looks amazing! I even tried this dress as a tucked in shirt in jeans and was surprised on how good it looked!

Under Skies Top $35?

This has to be one of my favorite items and the best thing about it is that i did not expect to like this shirt! I love surprises!

Under Skies Top $35?

Another top that I would never have thought I would like, but I love it! The shirt is a perfect fit and super flattering.

Renee C Long SleeveTop $32

I know this shot could have been better! This shirt doesn’t look like much on my floor, but after I tried it on found it to be surprisingly wonderful. The attractive cowl-neck sweater has a flattering split front, which when layered with one of my lace undershirts looks fantastic!

I always love the value of Golden Tote and have always found that they have always given me pieces I can easily incorporate into my wardrobe. I believe this is the first one I received that I loved the stylist’s picks almost more than my own!

What do you think about Golden Tote?

Golden Tote February 2014 Review

Loot Crate February 2014 Subscription Box Review & Coupon Code

Loot Crate

Cost: $13.37 plus $6 S&H

Save $3 off your first Loot Crate Box with coupon code EPIC

What is Loot Crate ?

Is a theme packed box of 6 to 8 handpicked items every month. Items such as Zombie themed T-Shirts, Simpson’s merchandise, Ninja Turtles, and even good old Ren and Stimpy have graced the stage of Loot Crate.

This Month’s theme is Warriors. You can view my January Box Review here for more information about Loot Crate.

This month’s crate includes gear inspired by the Bravest Warriors, and this is the month we get another epic shirt!

This Month’s theme is Launch. Inside every subscription Box is a catalog of the items included in your box and their descriptions.

Loot Crate expanded the size of their catalog! Inside is a whole lot of nerdy goodness about what’s included and Looter news!

Alpha Battle T-Shirt by Shirt Woot & Jamescho84 $20

This adorable character remake of our beloved video games will definitely be a show stopper to make people stop and stare!

Gas Powered Stick Cinch Bag $5

Based on 7th episode in Season 1 of Bravest Warriors this little cinch bag is worthy of all my loot!

Dunny Side Show Figure (The Selfish) $11.99

The Selfish comes with a mini fishing pole with a tinyworm dangling off it. The artistic detail on this character is flawless!

Bravest Warriors Bow Tie $15

My son is has an old soul and loves to dress up in his suit with his fedora and tie. This bow tie will surely give him a splash of color and added flare.

Bravest Warrior Digital Comic, Stickers, and Collectable Pin $4?

We now have a collection of shirt pins dedicated to Loot crates finest collections…lol! I adore the fact that they added a Digital Comic through Comixology! My son is addicted to virtual comic books so this will not be wasted!

Bacon Love Card $2?

Awe… Loot Crate thought about V-Day! Although V-Day has passed this card will be saved for next V-Day.

Inside the card is the most meaningful Love I have heard in years! A true meat lovers dream expression of love…lol!

I am always surprised at the level of geekiness my Loot Crate brings me to every month! Any time they have a shirt involved all the Looters go crazy and the exclusive perks are a geeks dream!

What do you think about Loot Crate?

Loot Crate February 2014 Subscription Box Review & Coupon Code

Blush Mystery Beauty Box February 2014 Favorite Product

Blush Beauty Mystery Box Coupon Code

Cost: $24.95 per month

Coupon: Use coupon code TRYBLUSH to save $5 off!

What is a Blush Mystery Beauty Box?

A Mystery Box with over $100 of beauty products! A surprise in a box! Each Blush Mystery Box comes with a  detailed card with a list of the items included. February’s Curator is Michelle Blaugrund (every month is a different curator), who is the the DermStore SPA Esthetician!

If you missed my February Blush Mystery Box Review click here!

Every now and then in my subscription boxes I find a product that I did not expect to like or tried and found it worthy of it being my new favorite (I try a lot of products, so I have lots of favorites).

I finally narrowed down my favorite in my Blush Mystery Box. If you have ever ordered a Blush Mystery Box, then you know that the box contains some fantastic products to choose from, but I finally was able to experiment and play around with everything!

Here it is, my fave product is (drum roll):

Klorane Dry Shampoo with nettle (Full Size) $19.50

I have tried many dry shampoo’s lately, but all of them seemed to leave me unsatisfied. I have been dying to get my hands on another Klorane product! So when I received this prized gem, I felt like I hit the jackpot! Every Klorane product I have tried has done wonders for my hair, so it was not very surprising that this would shortly become my new favorite dry shampoo!

Klorane’s nettle-infused dry shampoo is specifically formulated for oily hair, which in my case I sometimes use oil in my hair which is sometimes hard to strip from my hair! Some days I wear my hair curly and sometimes straight, well to get to the point I like the fact that dry shampoos strip the oil from my hair on my lazy days!

First, Klorane products always have a unique scent! This one is clean and not overpowering! What makes this dry shampoo so special to me is that it is made with rice starches, vitamins, and calming nettle extracts which makes this ultra-fine powder spray have almost no residue! Besides having no residue, the miracle worker also softens the hair, does not cause whitening, and causes no itch!

I am always amazed at the value and selection of each Blush Beauty Mystery Box! 

What did you think about Blush Beauty Mystery Box?

Blush Mystery Beauty Box February 2014 Favorite Product

Little Black Bag February 2014 Shoe Sale Review 2 of 2

Little Black Bag Shoe Sale

Cost: $10 per month (skip any month you want); Product purchase amount depends  on item and uses membership credit, but then you also get free items with purchase

Coupon: Save 25% off sale pricing on your first order, click here!

For those who are not familiar with Little Black Bag here’s a summary:

Little Black Bag is loosely based on a Japanese tradition known as the “Lucky Bag Sale.”  During the event, retailers sell mystery bags of products and customers buy these bags and trade the items inside with their friends.  We are bringing this exciting shopping concept to the US and putting it online for the first time ever!

We are seeing a trend in getting two items for the price of one… and yes it is twice the fun! With every order on Little Black Bag they will send you a free item, based on your completed profile (so… exciting). So why not shop for others and get something out of it?

Let’s take a peak at my second order of  the BOGO Shoe Sale!  Ended on 2/13/14 – VIP’s who bought one pair for just $39.95 received two pair free!

Pastry Sire Varsity Strap Sneaker (Retail $60) Paid $39.95 (includes 3 item Bundle) plus shipping – Product 1

I only paid for the one item out of this box (the Pastry’s above) and received the rest free! I had a guilt trip getting all these great shoes for myself so I purchased these super cute Pastry’s for my daughter!

Two Lips Too Sliver Flat (Retail $59) First Free Pair (traded 1 free pair, Product 2 of my Bundle, and the bonus)

With Little Black Bag I find it hard to just pick one item! Luckily, I was able to trade 3 items for something I already lusted after… these patent leather pair! The trade worked out great… I was able to trade a bangle, the same slippers from last order, and some aviator glasses for these fantastic shoes!

Dirty Laundry Field Day Oxford (Retail $59) Second Free Pair

These shoes surprised me! This was the original free shoes I received with my order and I was not sure these would work with what I had in mind. Now I find that these are my favorite pair of shoes! These shoes are amazingly comfy, look great with jeans and even dress slacks, and do not shed glitter! I am so amazed that I love these so much, I am searching the web now for more!

Stephan & Co. Leopard Earrings (Retail $18) Product 3 from Bundle (product 2 was traded)

This is actually the original bundled item. I thought these were super cute and something I needed for my massive jewelry collection!

I paid only $45.90 includes shipping and received around $175 worth of goods! The value would have been greater if I stuck with the original items, but I had to get my shoe fix and found I would not have used the other items included in the order originally! Where else will you get that much value! Little Black Bag you have me for life!

What are you going to get in your Little Black Bag?

Little Black Bag February 2014 Shoe Sale Review 2 of 2

Little Black Bag February 2014 Shoe Sale Review 1 of 2

Little Black Bag Shoe Sale

Cost: $10 per month (skip any month you want); Product purchase amount depends  on item and uses membership credit, but then you also get free items with purchase

Coupon: Save 25% off sale pricing on your first order, click here!

For those who are not familiar with Little Black Bag here’s a summary:

Little Black Bag is loosely based on a Japanese tradition known as the “Lucky Bag Sale.”  During the event, retailers sell mystery bags of products and customers buy these bags and trade the items inside with their friends.  We are bringing this exciting shopping concept to the US and putting it online for the first time ever!

We are seeing a trend in getting two items for the price of one… and yes it is twice the fun! With every order on Little Black Bag they will send you a free item, based on your completed profile (so… exciting). So why not shop for others and get something out of it?

Let’s take a peak of what I got in the BOGO Shoe Sale!  Ended on 2/13/14 – VIP’s who bought one pair for just $39.95 received two pair free!

Wanted Shine Ballerina Flat (Retail $47.20) Paid $49.95 (includes 3 item Bundle) plus shipping Product 1

I only paid for the one item out of this box (the flats above) and received the rest free!

Two Lips Shoes - Too Zena (Retail $44.95)  Bonus Referral Item

I was amazed that I did not do one trade for this order! The shoes were automatically added to my order, which I could of traded for something else. I thought these sandals were too cute!

Restricted Mocha Bow Flat Beige (Retail $40) First Free Pair

I wanted these shoes when I first saw them on LBB and was lucky enough to get them in my Bundle for free!

Yellow Box Cheetah Laugh Slipper(Retail $22.98) Second Free Pair

I bought my daughter these same slippers for Christmas, so when I saw these in my bundle I had to keep this item in my bundle! These slippers are fantastic for spring and allow your feet to breath!

Lydell NYC XO Cuff (Retail $20) Product 2 from Bundle

The cuff is cute, but not my style… I would have traded it, but thought it made a better gift for someone I know.

STEPHAN & CO. Multi Tier Chain Necklace Black/Gold (Retail $30) Product 3 from Bundle

This necklace had a certain flare I could not resist. Normally the bulkiness of this piece would have automatically made me trade it, but the playfulness of the tassels called me.

I paid only $55.90 includes shipping and received around $205 worth of goods! I can’t understand what would ever cause me to shop anywhere else for fashionable goods! Where else will you get that much value! Little Black Bag you have me for life!

Take a look at me second shoe sale order also!

What are you going to get in your Little Black Bag?

Little Black Bag February 2014 Shoe Sale Review 1 of 2

Favorite Product from La Prairie Limited Edition Glossybox

Glossybox La Prairie Limited Edition (Sold Out Same Day)

Cost: $40

Description:

Glossybox revealed this to non-subscribers on January 27th 2014 and it sold out that morning, but some subscribers were able to purchase this box through a special mailer (yup…wink, wink, wink I was one of them)!

Every now and then in my subscription boxes I find a product that I did not expect to like or tried and found it worthy of it being my new favorite (I try a lot of products, so I have lots of favorites).

I finally narrowed down my favorite in my Glossybox La Prairie Limited Edition. If you have ever ordered a Glossybox, then you know that the box has some fantastic limited edition boxes, but I finally was able to experiment and play around with everything in my La Prairie Limited Edition!

Here it is, my fave product is (drum roll):

Skin Caviar Eye Complex - LaPrairie  (0.17 fl. oz) $11.48

This eye complex is extremely lightweight and comes in a gel form. After playing around with it for weeks now, I found a little goes a long way! This is great because I only received a small tube, but it should last the rest of the month! With 4.7 out 5 ratings on just about every website review list, I must agree with all the rest…this is phenomenal!

The eye complex works brilliantly to tighten and brighten the skin around your eye’s. I was able to find the product for $87 on Amazon  (there are also samples of the product sold for around $18) and so far have found nothing better (and I have tried just about every highly rated eye cream out there).

I do not have deep wrinkles, but I have noticed slight fine lines under my eyes that I do not wish to deepen. Any puffiness I would have had from lack of sleep and constant gawking at my computer screen has also dissipated! I am amazed at how the tone and texture around my eye has also brightened in such a little amount of time!

Another fantastic Limited Edition from Glossybox! The products are always amazing!

What do you think about the La Prairie Skin Caviar Eye Complex  from the Limited Edition Glossybox ?

Favorite Product from La Prairie Limited Edition Glossybox