10 Reasons Why You Should Subscribe To A Monthly Subscription Box

From socks to cocktails, from cosmetics to crafts, there truly is a monthly subscription box for everyone. As a current subscriber to over 10 monthly subscription boxes, and the founder of Box of Happies www.boxofhappies.com (a monthly subscription box of unique handmade products created by talented artists), I felt compelled to put together a list of the top 10 reasons why YOU should subscribe to a monthly subscription box.

1. Element Of Surprise

There's no question that we all enjoy being surprised every once in a while. One of the most unique things about monthly subscription boxes is you don't know exactly what you're going to receive until it shows up on your doorstep! Your heart starts racing… your palms start to sweat… you rip open the packaging and get to dig through an assortment of goodies put together especially for you!

2. Variety

There are literally hundreds of monthly subscription boxes on the market. You can find boxes ranging in themes from health foods to handmade products, from socks to fishing lures, from cocktails to coffee – the list goes on and on! Pick a box (or several boxes) that best suits you!

3. No Brainer Gifts

Monthly subscription boxes make great gifts — for both yourself or for others! Have a hard-to-shop-for family member? A subscription box is the easiest way to check him or her off your Christmas list! Subscription boxes also make GREAT Birthday gifts! No more dwelling over what to give… subscription boxes are no brainer gifts!

4. Exposure To New Products

It's always fun to discover new products that you didn't know existed. Monthly subscription boxes bring new products directly to your doorstep. This enables you to become a repeat customer of the new brands you discover. It never hurts to add a couple of new products to your brand loyalty repertoire!

5. Envy Of All Your Friends

After you post your "unboxing" pictures to instagram, facebook, and twitter, you'll notice the inevitable chiming from your friends: "Ooh, I want that!" and "No way, where did you get that?" Monthly subscription boxes keep you up-to-date with the latest trends and coolest products on the market. You'll definitely be the envy of all of your friends!

6. Something To Look Forward To

Here's a tip: Have your subscription box sent straight to your office! Nothing breaks up the monotony of a workday like a box full of handmade surprises. And not to mention how much fun you'll have with your co-workers drooling over the contents! Turn a mundane 9 to 5 into a day of fun surprises with a monthly box subscription!

7. Great Value

Most monthly subscription boxes promise to supply products with a total retail value of at the price of the individual box. But many times, the retail value is much, much greater! Plus, many subscription box companies offer valuable coupons: like this one from www.boxofhappies.com - take $2 off your entire purchase with coupon code HAPPIES

8. Treat Yourself

You're an extremely hard worker and sometimes forget to pat yourself on the back. Well, what better way to treat yourself from working hard each and every month than with a monthly subscription box! You are constantly trying to please everyone around you… now it's time to treat yourself! Go on, you deserve it!

9. Turn That Frown Upside Down

You're never fully dressed without one! So turn that frown upside down with a monthly subscription box! Having a bad day? Trust me when I say that your day will instantly get better when a box full of surprises shows up on your doorstep! Everyone deserves to have their day brightened -- a monthly subscription box will work wonders for your spirit!

10. Supporting Small Businesses

Many subscription boxes offer products that aren't exactly "mainstream" yet. Many companies that issue products to subscription box companies do so to get their name out there. After all, it's a great marketing tactic! These small businesses contribute products to subscription box companies in hopes that the trend will catch on and be the next big thing. If a product is well-liked by the majority of recipients, it becomes more likely that the new product becomes all the rage! [shameless plus] Box of Happies prides itself on supporting and promoting small handmade businesses -- you can support these small businesses, too! www.boxofhappies.com ;)