It can be really hard to find a unique gift, something that truly caters to its recipient. You also want a gift that will last, so the giftee can really enjoy it. So, instead of a one-off, try a gift subscription. These days, you can get pretty much anything delivered right to your door, but don’t worry about wading through the long list of options. Here are six subscriptions that are worth giving and getting + all of the essential info you need to know before you buy:
- Birchbox + Birchbox Man
- Who: Women and men who like to try new beauty, grooming and lifestyle products
- What: High-end samples that cater to your needs and wants based on a detailed personal profile
- How Much: $10/month for women, $20/month for men
- Sam’s Note: I’ve been a Birchbox subscriber for years, and I absolutely love it! It’s a great way to discover new products and try them out before you pay for full-size. Bonus: Founder Katia is super sweet and incredibly inspiring!
- RocksBox
- Who: Non-committal Jewelry Lovers
- What: Three pieces of designer jewelry. Borrow for a while and send them back, or buy at 20% off retail.
- How Much: $16/month for 6 months, $15/month for 12 months, or $19/month for one month
- Sam’s Note: My best friend Leah subscribes to this one and loves it. She’s gotten some seriously amazing pieces!
- Craft Beer Club
- Who: Beer fans who like to try new brews
- What: 12 beers per month, 4 styles with three of each. All of the beer comes from small microbreweries across the country, and info on the breweries is included in the shipment.
- How Much: $37.75/month
- Sam’s Note: I bought this subscription for my husband as a birthday/law school graduation present earlier this year, and he and his friends have really enjoyed trying new beers. Bonus: When you place a gift order, it comes with fun, beer-related add-ons like bottle openers and tasting glasses.
- Gourmet Spotting
- Who: Foodies interested in trying out new international flavors
- What: Each Tasting Box comes with 4-6 gourmet products from around the world
- How Much: $29.99 for one month, $109.99 for three months
- Sam’s Note: Although it’s a little pricey, Gourmet Spotting will donate one meal to charity for every box purchased, so you’ll really be giving two gifts at once!
- Brit Kit
- Who: Crafty friends + DIY lovers
- What: All of the materials for a special DIY project arrive with detailed instructions
- How Much: $15-35
- Sam’s Note: Right now, Brit + Co. is revamping their subscription service, but these kits are definitely worth a try. Got three months of this for my craft-loving bestie Elena, and she loved it!
- POPSUGAR Must Have
- Who: Trendy ladies who like to stay ahead of the curve
- What: Fashion, beauty, home, fitness and food. Full sized products hand-picked by editors.
- How Much: $39.95/month, with savings for multiple months
- Sam’s Note: POPSUGAR partners with some fabulous brands for these boxes, and I’ve heard great things!
I LOVED the POPSUGAR Must Have Box & was so bummed when I couldn’t afford to continue it. I’m looking into the Craft Beer Club now for Nathan!