Two weeks ago a post popped up on my FB from Equestrian Fashion Outfitters. It was for their 'mystery boxes'. They have two- one for horses and one for riders. The rider one promises a pair of breeches and '1-3' casual items, an accessory and a horse treat sample. All for $199.
I hemmed and hawed about it. I was intrigued by the surprise and I do love a bargain.
In the end I pulled the trigger and placed the order. You tell them your size and discipline. The problem with sizes is that they are very brand dependent. So I sent an email to clarify my sizes.
It arrived within 2 days.
The box itself was not impressive but then clothes don't always take a lot of space. When I opened it I was shocked by how much was in there.
An Isabel Werth long sleeve polo, Isabel Werth full seat breeches and socks. Plus a coordinated horse bonnet.
Plus some boot lifts and horse treats.
All the tags were still on so I did the math (how could I resist) at the cost added up to $499. This is a steal even if the items were year end clear out. Even Ed thought it was a good deal.
Everything fit, although the breeches area bit lower cut than I like, but they are not terrible. The jacket I love. I've been looking for one like this and I'm glad I didn't purchase one.
The quilted (shiny, puffy!) coats are all the rage in Europe and especially the Arabian horse show scene. I'm like the only one slummin' it in a Columbia polarfleece. (My mom sends us them every year for Christmas so we have like 6 of them in the house!) I feel so out of it when little old ladies and men are sporting the puffy coats.
ReplyDeleteDespite our wardrobe overflowing, my husband refuses to wear polarfleece in public. I asked him why, one day, and he said, "I don't wear pajamas in public."
OK then.
I love polar fleece. Except when the horses are shedding. Lol
DeleteWow. That's a great deal and you even got good stuff. I don't like the horse boxes because they're always full of random stuff I wouldn't want or already have that barely equal the cost of the items. But this box looks good.
ReplyDeleteI was glad I took the risk.
DeleteOh man you’re brave for going for it haha - I’m way too much of a miser and have been way too underwhelmed by some of these box situations. This one is awesome tho - esp love that jacket !!
ReplyDeleteI don't know that I would have if I hadn't had experience with this store before. I felt very brave though hitting 'checkout' :D
DeleteI love those kinds of boxes.... but I usually end up with things I have no use for. Looks like your box was a win though! I really like the jacket!
ReplyDeleteWell they tell you the categories of what is in it, so I knew I was getting clothes.
Deleteomg wait... I love those. Thanks for the review I might actually take a leap on that one. I wonder if I can request purple...
ReplyDeleteI don't know if you can request a colour but it never hurts to ask. :D
DeleteSurprise boxes are super fun! I don't usually spring for the pricey ones cause I'm not that brave, but this was an awesome one! Really nice stuff!
ReplyDeleteI wouldn't agree that you are not brave. :) I've seen your cow boots. :D
DeleteGreat stuff! I've never done that now I'm considering it.
ReplyDeleteOh oh. I guess I am an enabler. :D
DeleteA great deal and so much cute stuff!
ReplyDeleteso much cute stuff. :)
DeleteWow that’s awesome. I’m pretty frugal but at over half off? That’s awesome. Do they have these often or was this a one time deal?
ReplyDeleteIt is a one time deal. They advertise ahead of time to build hype. I suspect it's to clear out last year's inventory.
DeleteLove the jacket!
ReplyDeleteMe too. :)
DeleteEverything is so cute! You are braver than I am though, I just couldn't take the risk at that price point...
ReplyDeleteIt was a bit of a leap. I don't think I would have done it if I hadn't dealt with them in the past.
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