Brown Sugar Box is a monthly women of color lifestyle subscription by the shop Izzy & Liv that promises a total retail value of $85+. Here's how they describe it:
As a Brown Sugar Box Subscriber, you’ll get a box filled with the BEST of Izzy & Liv including best sellers, new releases, and limited edition (subscriber-only) products.
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About Brown Sugar Box
The Subscription Box: Brown Sugar Box
The Cost: $39.95 a month + $4.95 shipping
LIMITED TIME DEAL: Use code GIVEMESUGAR to save $5 off your first box
The Products: “Your box will include 5-6 products every month. You will always get at least one Izzy & Liv tee, tank or sweatshirt along with other fabulous items -- and as often as we can, we will include items from other black-owned businesses we love!”
Ships to: The United States for $4.95 and International for $12.95.
Brown Sugar September 2018 "The Africa Edition" Review
This month's booklet is the "The Africa Edition."
Izzy & Liv® “She is Africa” T-Shirt- Listed Value $28.00
Izzy & Liv t-shirts are a staple in their boxes, and their tees always reflect their theme. This month’s tee is gold, 100% ringspun cotton with the shape of Africa printed on the front with the word Africa on top and a woman’s face below it. I always look forward to their tees and wear them often. Their tees from previous boxes can be found here for purchase.
Printed Headwrap – Listed Value $27.00
I received a printed headwrap in teal; subscribers will receive this pattern or three other patterns. The headwrap is large enough to style a variety of ways. I am the worst when it comes to headwraps. My attempt to style the headwrap, pictured at the end of the review.
A Bold Motherland Magnet -Listed Value $5.00
This magnet with a motherland print and striking African colors will add boldness to my magnetic collection on my refrigerator.
Printed Pouch – Listed Value $22.00
This small pouch with a strap handle has an Ankara print, and the bottom is leather as indicated in the info booklet. The pouch can fit my iPhone, change purse, a few makeup essentials, a small notepad, and a pen. Subscribers will receive one of the four designs.
“Africa” Earrings - Listed Value $11.00
Continuing with the theme, I received a pair of Africa shaped earrings in gold and black. When I first saw the earings, they appeared to be cheap looking, but once on, they looked better. I’m wearing the earrings below.
“Black Girl Magic” Cuff - Listed Value $18.00
This black and gold snap cuff bracelet has “BGM” on the front meaning “Black Girl Magic.” The bracelet seems a little edgy for me, and I’m not into cuff bracelets, I may pass on to my niece. Subscribers will receive one of six colors.
Here I am wearing the headwrap and the earrings.
Verdict: This month’s box has a listed value of $111.00 - an incredible deal for $39.95 a month plus shipping. This month's Brown Sugar Box was Africa inspired and while not my favorite box, I did enjoy this month's info booklet with engaging articles about Africa. This month’s products are exclusive to Izzy & Liv, and most of the products are from China. I appreciate a subscription box that puts thought into their box curation and to have a theme with products that match it. The subscription price is on par with other lifestyle boxes, and you receive at least 6-7 items monthly.
To Wrap Up:
Can you still get this box if you sign up today? No, but sign up for next month's waitlist!
Coupon – Use code GIVEMESUGAR to save $5 off your first box
Value Breakdown: At $44.90 a box, here’s what you are paying approximately per item:
- “She Is Africa” Tee: $11.32
- Headwrap: $10.92
- Magnet: $2.02
- Pouch: $8.89
- Earrings: $4.44
- “Black Girl Magic” Cuff: $7.28
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