FabKids

What's in the box: There is no preset box: you choose your own kids' clothing and shoes, such as boots, sneakers, sweaters, jackets and pants, at member prices.

FabKids is a monthly shopping membership for kids' clothes and shoes, not a surprise box. You browse the girls' and boys' sections, pick what you want and pay member prices. The catch is the billing. Unless you skip between the 1st and 5th of each month, you are charged $49.95, and that charge becomes a VIP Credit you can spend later. Credits can be redeemed for products and bundles up to $80, and unused credits expire after 12 months. Members also get a 2-for-1 VIP Credit shop, free shipping on orders of $25 or more, and free exchanges. Most of the catalog is the house FabKids brand, with a few outside labels mixed in. It covers everyday basics like boots, sneakers, sweaters, jackets, jeans and pull-on pants. Member prices are well below list price, so parents who plan their shopping can get good value. The risk is forgetting to skip. If you miss the window, you get charged whether or not you wanted anything that month. You can cancel online or by phone, and the customer service line is open 24/7, which is easier than many memberships like this. A style quiz helps you get started. Set a monthly reminder before you join.