Why I’m All In On
Alltrue Membership
Seasonal boxes filled with sustainable goods that are easy on the planet and my wallet? Sign me up.
March 4, 2022
When it comes to subscription boxes, I’ve had my eye on Alltrue for a while now. Members get seasonal boxes (every 3 months) with 6 sustainable products, including home decor, jewelry, cosmetics, fashion accessories, kitchen tools, gardening gear, and more. Recently, I went from a long-time lurker to a full-fledged member. Here’s why I decided to join.
First off, Alltrue started sharing product spoilers for their new Spring Box on Instagram and I couldn’t resist. Seriously, this has got to be their best box yet (and that’s saying a lot!). Items include a super chic, teal non-stick cooking pan (and yes, pans can be chic!) that I’m confident will help me up my omelet game.
Alltrue’s Spring Box includes this Crinkle Cotton Bed Blanket in Ocean or Desert.
Another choice: a Crinkle Cotton Blanket made by Alltrue’s in-house artisan brand, Sembla. Not only is this throw exactly what I’m looking for to drape over my most comfy reading chair, it supports women artisans in India. I’m still deciding on color — serene Ocean or earthy Desert? Then there’s the vegan leather bucket bag. I’m already planning all my spring looks around this perfectly muted pink purse. And these are just Choice 1 products. You get to pick items from five more categories, too!
So speaking of picking, let’s talk about customization for a second. Something I had worried about was getting products I don’t necessarily need (I’m good on reusable totes, for example). This is exactly why I chose Annual Membership. I get to customize my box and choose all 6 products each season. I also get access to Choice+ which means I can buy extra items from any of the 6 categories. So I can scoop up the pan, blanket, AND bucket bag in category 1.
I also wondered how they could possibly be sustainable with such amazing prices. But it’s all true! If you look at their impact page, they’re covering everything, including environmental sustainability (with vegan and cruelty-free products) as well as supporting artisan communities and building up partnerships in the developing world. They’re also big-time fans of female-founded businesses. Plus, their new Spring Box design is even made from 100% recycled material. And it’s gorgeous! I plan to keep it for storing art supplies.
And finally, I heard they had a shipping delay with the Winter Box due to global supply chain issues. I was wondering if that was still the case for Spring, but it sounds like the situation is much better now. Their product curations come from all different corners of the world, so it’s understandable that this would be a challenge, but I’m really happy that their Spring Box is shipping much earlier this season!
So, to sum it up, here are 5 reasons why joining Alltrue is a no-brainer this spring:
1. Score up to $250+ worth of goods for only $54.95.
The beauty of this box (I mean, beyond its gorgeously illustrated exterior) is that you get a grouping of goods at a fraction of the price you’d pay if you bought them all individually. You’ll get hundreds of dollars worth of product, making it feel perpetually like your birthday.
2. You pick the products.
As I mentioned above, each box comes with 6 items and Annual Members get to pick all of them. Once you join, you’ll have an opportunity to customize, working your way through 6 categories, some with as many as 4-5 products to choose from. Curating your ideal box is part of the fun.
3. Get access to a majorly discounted market.
Your membership also includes access to Alltrue’s Add-On Market. This virtual shop includes over 800 products at up to 70% off. You’ll spot beloved brands in there, like Baggu, French Girl Organics, and P.F. Candle Co.
4. Discover new socially conscious brands.
If, like me, you want to be more intentional about the products you buy and brands you support, this box is a great place to start. Every item in it has been vetted for sustainability standards. Plus, the box comes with a mini magazine that spells out which products are vegan, artisan made, produced by female-founded companies, and more. You’ll also get backstories on the brands and makers.
5. Enjoy some seasonal excitement.
Remember the first days of spring as a kid? Even if you didn’t grow up with frigid winters (lucky you!), you might still recall the happiness of days getting longer, more time on your bike and hanging with your neighborhood pals. Just because we’re grown doesn’t mean we have to miss out on that joy (though you probably won’t catch me climbing trees like I used to). Think of this box as a celebration, reminding you that a new season is here!
Get Goods and Do Good
You’ll find handcrafted products in Alltrue’s boxes, thanks to our artisan development program. In 2021, the program was able to…
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