This is literally a find with a capital F! A few weeks ago, I scored big time. I took advantage of a mistake on the Target website on a Sunday afternoon. They mistakenly advertised a sale on a limited edition set of Sonia Kashuk makeup brushes, the Color Crazed Collection of 10 brushes.
The Color Crazed Collection was priced at $37.99, but for some reason, it showed up on their website for $1 as a clearance item. Somehow I found out about it. I tried to order it online to pick up in a local store, but the order wouldn’t go through. I called the closest Target store, and they had the set in stock but said it was priced at $38. I called another Target store in the area, and they too had the set in stock. I asked to speak to the department manager who was very nice. She too said it was priced at $38. I told her I would email her a screenshot of website with the $1 price. She agreed to honor the sale price. It may have been a mistake, but I appreciate the fact that the manager didn’t give me the run around. I’ve had so many not-so-great situations with Target and limited editions that this helped make up for those bad customer experiences.
About a year ago, I bought the purple anniversary collection of Sonia Kashuk makeup brushes, and I have had very good luck with them. They’re soft enough. No shedding whatsoever. They look like they did on the day I bought them. For the modest price point, I think they’re good brushes. I’m hoping I’ll have as good luck with this set.
The new Color Crazed Collection is smaller, 10 brushes instead of about 14, I think. Unfortunately, there is no slant kabuki brush which is my brush of choice for applying liquid foundation. Oh well. For $1, I have no complaints.
Each brush has synthetic bristles with a gold ferrule and a navy blue heavy plastic handle. They feel substantial. I like the teal brush color, and importantly, I can really use these extra brushes in my stash.
Have you tried Sonia Kashuk makeup brushes?
Oh WOW! Great find Allison, your persistence paid off! 🙂
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True enough! I felt that Target owed me for past transgressions, lol
Wow! That’s an amazing find! Sonia Kashuk brushes are one of my favorite. xo .
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I definitely lucked out with this purchase!
What an AMAZING find! I haven’t tried SK brushes yet, but I’m dying to.
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Even at the regular price, the Sonia Kashuk brushes are definitely worth the price.
As often as I pass by them I still have not bought SK brushes yet. I’m so mad at myself every time I forget!
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I had good luck with the collection I bought last year, so when I had the chance to take advantage of Target’s mistake, I had to go for it. Who doesn’t need more brushes, right?!
Dang girl that is an awesome deal! After the whole Linda Mason run around we got, I need 5 free products hehehe I love Sonia Kashuk brushes always pleased with them!
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You’re right, Heather, but I figured it was better than nothing. And who could turn down a set of decent makeup brushes for a buck? 😉
OMG, that has got to be the score of the century! Well done, Allison!
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I agree!
For a $1 how could you go wrong? 🙂
you said it, Laura! It was worth the hour on the phone trying to get the deal and the trip to the store, for sure!
I like her brushes, and $1 is a steal! I have a set of hers that have teal brush fibers, and they smell really awful, though. Hope they’ve fixed that problem for this set!
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There and the purple set I bought a year ago for the SK anniversary have no scent at all. What a drag that yours smelled!
I always love new brushes… they just make everything feel more beautiful!
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It’s nice to have a fresh start!
I really want this set (and did find it) but with the move I’m about to make, I decided against having yet another brush set to pack. -_- #beingresponsiblesucks LOL
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Very grown up indeed! You can buy more stuff after you move. When is moving day?
Monday! Welp! ?
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OMG, good luck!!! I thought you were going to say “in a month”! Best wishes in your new home
Oh my goodness, the $1 price tag is just too awesome! I’m glad they honored it because I’ve had a couple of not so great customer service experiences with Target online. Their site certainly needs several upgrades/updates. Anyway, no, I haven’t tried any of these brushes. This set is so pretty and I’m excited to know that they’re a quality brand. 🙂
I saw the deal online, Natalie. Someone on FB brought it to my attention. I tried to buy them online but I was unable to check out and I think the site said something like call a local store to see if they’re in stock. So I did that. The first Target blew me off, but the cosmetics manager at the second store honored the mistake, and I drove over to pick the set up. It was well worth the hassle. And I appreciated that she made good on the mistake, because Target has screwed up so many times in the past especially with limited editions like the Linda Mason line and of course, the Lilly Pulitzer fiasco. I think it was the least they could do. This is my second set of SK brushes and I think they are good quality for the price, usually between $37-40 a set. I haven’t had any shedding and the ferrule is sturdy on the handle. I like ’em!
Wow, great deal! Good on Target for honoring the price.
I think so too, Rachel! I finally got a human being who wanted to be helpful at one of the local Targets. In the past, Target hasn’t been very helpful in solving problems or honoring their word regarding limited editions. So I didn’t feel guilty pressing the issue this time!
Oh man what a great deal!!
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Can’t complain about a buck!
A $1?!? AMAZING! I have never tried any of her brushes but I have been wanting to!
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Even at the regular prices of around $38-40, the Sonia Kashuk brushes are a good value. They are decent quality. I’ve never lost any bristles and they’re easy to clean. Worth trying!
Hahaha! Work it, girl! I admired your determination to get the set that you wanted! 🙂
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Thank you, Ursula! 😀
This is the deal of 2015 that’s for sure. I remember when the first SK brushes came out and how I scoured stores to get them. I still have them and they’ve held up beautifully.
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I’m glad to hear that yours have stood the test of time. The SK anniversary set I bought last summer have held up well too. I think great value for the $ from the SK brushes.
Woah, $1?! Talk about an epic deal!! That’s amazing! I can imagine the Targets in my area would never honor that, they aren’t that friendly 🙁
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I think I was lucky that I got a manager with a heart at the 2nd store I tried. A little goodwill goes a long way!
Nice way to score a deal! I think that most stores will honor a mistaken price or correct a situation (except Zoya! – but that’s another story).
I have a couple of SK brushes with wood handles (probably when the brand was first launched) and I just purchased the SK No. 30 chisel brush and it’s quite good.
M.
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Target hadn’t honored a couple of “promises” in the past so I was happy to find a very nice cosmetics manager who did. I’m glad you’ve had good luck with the SK brushes too.
Awesome find!
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I love the teal color. I was at Target earlier this week and looked for this set but couldn’t find it.
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I picked this up about 3 weeks ago, so I guess it’s sold out now, though it does show up on the website.
$1, I won’t complain. You luckyyyyy woman!
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Definitely a coup!
I am very impressed! The manager did well honoring the sale price, and not like the difference comes out of her paycheck or something. I’m glad you got your hands on this beautiful set!
Thanks, Anastasia! me too 🙂
Oh wow, I love how colourful these brushes are. Makes applying makeup even more fun! xxx
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All the Sonia Kashuk brush collections are brightly colored. It definitely makes them, and like you said, applying makeup more fun!
Such a great find for only $1!
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I lucked out!
Total steal! I would have snapped these up too.
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I definitely lucked out!
First, Lucky you. I see these brushes in Target all the time, but I am kind of manic about brushes. I have been ripped off so many times in the past. I would have loved to try them for a dollar!
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Tee, they would even be worth the $38 for 10 blushes! I have been using the SK Anniversary set for a year, and they are quite soft, haven’t shed at all, the ferrules are still perfect. Hopefully these will last as well. They’re a very good low price brush set.
Yessss what an awesome deal! I love finding things like that 🙂
For a buck, I definitely won out!
Wow I cannot believe you got these for $1!!! That’s an insanely good deal! I’ve heard great things about the flat contour brush. I’ve tried Sonia Kashuk brushes in the past and I always enjoyed them!
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It was an amazing deal, Anna! I lucked out. I haven’t tried the flat contour brush in this collection yet, but the one in the anniversary set is great.
This is a phenomenal find!
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