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Rockettes Fancy Box Review – September 2014

Liz Cadman
ByLiz CadmanSep 14, 2014 | 53 comments

Rockettes Fancy Box Review - September

The Rockettes Fancy Box is a brand new subscription box from Fancy. I've been so curious about this box and I was thrilled to see it at my doorstep this morning!

Fancy sent us this box for review purposes. (Check out the review process post to learn more about how we review boxes).

Rockettes Fancy Box Review - September 2014 Items

The Subscription Box: Rockettes Fancy Box

The Cost: $39 plus shipping (varies by country)

The Products: $80+ worth of dance, fitness, beauty and other gear selected by the Rockettes

Ships to: US and Worldwide!

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Rockettes Fancy Box Review - September 2014 Info

Each Fancy box comes with a letter from the curator detailing each item included.

Rockettes Fancy Box Review - September 2014 Tote

If Not Now Then When Tote - Value $18

While there are certain items I don't need duplicates of, I never have an issue with getting an extra tote!

Rockettes Fancy Box Review - September 2014 360

M3 Portable Bluetooth Speaker - Retail Value $40

Twistband Holly Headband Set - Value $14

I have more portable speakers than I need thanks to subscription boxes, so this one will be swapped. I loved the bright colors of these Twistband headbands though!

Rockettes Fancy Box Review - September 2014 Leg Warmers

American Apparel Long Legwarmers - Value $18

I love these! I think they are very appropriate for a dancer curated box, but also great for wearing under boots!

I also have a question for everyone about legwarmers/long socks/slipper socks/ etc. - Do you consider these items to be truly one size fits all? The reason I ask is that as I'm thinking about the Winter MSA box and beyond, I wasn't sure if these items are truly one size fits all. I never want to send out an item that wouldn't fit someone. (I know wrap towels and thongs are not one-size-fits-all!).

Verdict: This box has a retail value of about $90. I'll use everything but the speaker, and I think this definitely feels like a box that would be great for a dancer, (or someone who has no rhythm and just loves subscription boxes!)

What do you think of the first Rockettes Fancy Box?

Liz Cadman
Liz Cadman
Liz is the founder of My Subscription Addiction. She's been hooked on subscription boxes since 2011 thanks to Birchbox, and she now subscribes to over 100 boxes. Her favorites include POPSUGAR Must Have, FabFitFun, and any box that features natural beauty products!

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53 comments

Heather

Leg warmers are definitely *not* one-size-fits-all…. But probably are one-size-fits *most*. I can’t wait to receive your first box! But since I’m only 5′ tall and plus size, nothing one-size-fits-all in clothing is likely going to fit me. :(. I’m sure whatever you decide will be perfect for your box!

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jenna

While size is somewhat a factor with legwarmers I would say there are other reasons not to include leg warmers . My own bias is yuck… no more. I had them in the 8th and no ma’am, no more. 🙂 kidding aside though they are too limited… I mean think of how many people live in states like Texas Florida and California that really can’t use these but maybe one day a year?

I realize scarves are the goto and many have too many, for me this is less of an issue than I product I just can’t use. Ie NEW otter box phone specific case or Pops gar Fall LE cashmere winter hat.

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Alicia

My legs are apparently huge (extremely hard to find above-the-ankle boots for winter that actually zip shut), so I’d say they’re more like “fits most”, unless they’re a looser knit. Probably safe for most people though.

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Amanda

After much thought and a trip to Target (where I saw leg warmers), I want some!!! I want some soft ones that can be worn around the house to keep me warm in winter. I live in GA where it has been so hot lately, but I still want leg warmers. You can’t please everyone. It’s great when I get a box where I will use everything in it, but I’m okay with things that aren’t my style. Sometimes things I’m not even sure about at first, become my favorite.

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Adriana

I was SO pleasantly surprised by this box! I don’t usually buy non-returnable boxes but I’m a huge dance fan and couldn’t resist. I actually have been wanting one of these kinds of bluetooth speakers and I haven’t yet gotten one in a box so huge value for me! Loved the bright colors of the hair ties and the inspirational bag. May end up swapping the legwarmers…I sort of wish they’d been in a different color! Now to see if they can make box 2 just as great!

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A

My sister would probably like this box. She has been taking dance classes for 20 years and does sometimes wear leg warmers.

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PA Anna

I love the idea of anything cold weather related, but I know not everyone is in a cold spot. I was looking at alpaca socks the other day because my feet are cold in the winter. I”m not sure about leg warmers. I bought my sister a cute pair of knitted leg warmers that had a lace design on top that is meant to be seen above the boot. It would not fit me. Still I hope there is a cold weather related item because I can use them!!!

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Michelle S

I would have been happy to have received this box. I agree with Liz, I can’t have too many totes and I will add portable speakers. But please subs, stop with the hair ties! I have short hair and a hair band sure would be nice. I don’t mean to be greedy but I feel this box is missing a little something to round it out, like a little treat.

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Amanda

First, this is an awesome box! Except the speaker (I have a lot of those too). I really want the Rockettes Fancy box in the future! If only I weren’t on a subscription box spending freeze …

Personally I love leg warmers but they are definitely not a “one size fits all” type item. (The American Apparel ones are a lot more forgiving than some I’ve tried but they still have limits!) Socks, gloves, pretty much anything like that is going to have a size limitation. If you’re trying to avoid size problems I’d say scarves (i.e., an infinity scarf would be lovely) are your best bet. All that said … you’re never going to please everyone! It’s an unfortunate fact and I think you should just fill your box with whatever goodness you feel is right.

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Amanda

Also, this has just inspired me to go put on my legwarmers while I lounge around the house! Yay for legwarmers! And yay for wine! 😉

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Vianny

I dont think legwarmers or anything “winter” specific works for everybody as not everyone live in cold weathers. Last year I call my family in FL for Christmas and my sister was outside in shorts, so legwarmers or something “cold” specific is not going to work for everybody.

I know what your next box brings would be awesome and cant wait. Also waiting impatiently for the unboxing 🙂

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Bella

Legwarmers would be awesome in your next box Liz. Yes, they are one size fits all. I’m very petite and my husband has super muscular calves and he wore my legwarmers for an 80s theme party. 🙂 Fit him, no problem.

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Mags

Just showed it to my dancer daughter and she is wishing we had ordered this box for her. Does anyone know if they’re still available?

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AmyM

I think anything designed to be worn midcalf or higher would be an issue for size on either end — if you’re tiny or plus-sized. Probably not the most universal choice. But regular socks/cozy socks/slipper socks all those sound fun and relatively risk-free from a sizing standpoint.

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Simone

Regular socks would be more likely to fit most than legwarmers/long socks/slipper socks.

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LC

Leg warmers or boot socks would be so much fun in your next box – you have great taste Liz so I know you would send us some cute ones!

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Lisa Doherty

Boot cuffs are all the rage, I would love a pair, I also like the idea of the multi purpose type scarf. They would be for sure one size fits all

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Michelle

I LOVE that tote…I WANT that tote…I’m wondering if they have any boxes left…lol….

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Smiles

Maybe it’s just me, but boy does this look like it should fit in the box-o-junk catagory. I’m sure some ladies got this box and were super excited, but I probably could pick up all these items (or very similar ones) at TJMaxx for for a $20 or less. Fancy has yet to amaze so much that I just have to sub.

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Brooke

I thought it was just me…

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jessica edwards

Definitely not a one-size-fits-all…

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Ricki

I think leg warmers etc. are a one size fits most, as it they will probably fit about 90% of your subscribers just fine, but not anyone on either extreme. Legwarmers, though, would be a huge miss more me, but I do love knee socks and will take boot cuffs.

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Veronica

Love that tote, so cute. Leg warmers also super cute, such a nice idea. But only the IDEA. Theory great, practice not so much. I want to wear them I can think of cute jeans, or leggings, a nice tunic sweater, matching scarf, gloves, hat and the leg warmers with my boots. Then I look in the mirror and I look like a marshmallow dyed whatever color(s) I’m wearing and it’s just not so cute. I also have to say those knit hats are just about as hit or miss. Love them but, you put them on you can’t take them on and off or you get the hair standing on it’s end and beanie hat hair. I still wear them, because it gets cold here.

You should look into those Magic Scarves. They can be dresses, skirts, shirts, sweaters, infinity scarves, regular scarves, muffs. Jeesh they’re insane I would bet no other box has had one.

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Ann Marie G

I can’t believe the comments here, lol. Leg warmers under boots (or boot cuffs also) are a HUGE trend! For all ages, with skinny jeans, leggings, or shorts, they are so cute in any weather!

Google “lace boot cuffs” and look at the images. I LOVE mine!

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Brooke

I googled lace boot cuffs, thanks for the education 🙂
Very cute look but I think for girls in their 20’s / 30’s…. not really all ages. YMMV obviously. I wouldn’t wear them (50’s) but I’d buy them for my nieces or my sons’ GFs….

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Hays

I agree! And the cuffs don’t even add much coverage or bulk. They are more about the appearance. I’ve even seen them worn without pants…

I’m sorry, I’m sick of scarves, hats, & mittens.

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Samantha

As someone with wise calves leg warmers or boot socks aren’t always one size fits all. The fabric makes a difference. But also sometimes even worse calf boots are so tight that the extra bit of fabric from rock boot socks will make them not fit. It’s a cute idea though and definitely different. Cozy non skid socks would be great!

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Jayne

I would never be able to fit in a one size fits all pair of leg warmers. I am plus sized so they would never work.

In addition, I in Southern California and would have no use for them.

Perhaps a warm throw for home or a mid weight shawl would be a more useful item size wise and region wise?

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clau

Leg warmers would be a miss for me (even when they bring back memories of the 80’s). Not only for the size of my calves 🙁 but because here in the south of Texas, well, we are just never cold enough to justify them.

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