The 6 Most Surprising New York Subscription Services

by | Jan 9, 2015 | Downtown Living | 0 comments

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Quinoa, socks, and storm proof matches.  What do these things have in common?  You can subscribe to a monthly service to get these products, and many more.  If you can think of it, you can subscribe for it.  Here is a list of some of the quirkiest products that you can have shipped to your doorstep.

 

Socks

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Love socks?  Having trouble finding unique styles?  Sock Club has you covered.  For $11 a month you can subscribe to have a new pair of socks shipped to you each month.

 

Men’s Accessories

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Freshneck is one of the newest men’s accessory subscription services.  The company offers a unique selection of ties, as well as bow ties, pocket squares, cufflinks, and other accessories.  Subscribers can test out the products and either purchase the item at a discount or exchange it for something new.  The latest in men’s fashion delivered right to your door.  Who knew?

 

Dive Bar T Shirts

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If you love collecting T Shirts but hate the search then this is the subscription for you.  For $22 a month, the Dive Bar Shirt Club will send you a T from the dive bars around the country.  Cheap beer and jukebox tunes not included.

 

Japanese Candies

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Who doesn’t love a sweet treat?  Companies like CandyJapan, Skoshbox, and Oyatsubox, will deliver delicious delicacies from across the globe right to your door for anywhere between $11 and $25 per month.

 

Gluten Free Foods

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The gluten free food trend appears to be on the rise and subscription services have taken notice.  Companies like Tasteguru offer subscribers a variety of gluten free goodies including jams, coffee, and drink mixes.  Each box also includes a gluten free cooking magazine and yummy recipes.  Whether you have a diet restriction or you are just looking to try some new foods, there is a subscription out there for you.

 

Survival Kits

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Are you a dooms day prepper? Stockpiling for a zombie apocalypse?  Avid hiker?  Believe it or not there are subscription services for you.  Companies like Bugoutbox and Serebox will send you all of the survival necessities, such as stormproof matches, survival meals, and water purifying tabs.  So when zombies attack or the sky begins to fall, you’ll be ready for anything with your survival subscription.

 

In a city as diverse as New York, you are bound to find some obscure hobbies or lifestyles.  But fear not tie collectors and Doomsday prepper, there is subscription service out there that is just right for you.

– by Caitlyn Bahrenburg

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