How to Score $700 Worth of Clothing for Less Than $100

We love the thrill of receiving a delivery notification from USPS just as much as the next person—but nothing quickens our pulse quite like a limited-edition line that also happens to be on sale. Universal Standard gets us, and its Mystery Box sale is back and better than ever.

If you’re new to Universal Standard, the brand is known for minimal silhouettes in an impressively inclusive size range—we’re talking 00 to 40—and mission-driven projects with J.Crew and Rodarte. Right now, its wardrobe-boosting essentials are even more accessible with the Mystery Box sale. For the next week, you can shop 11 different outfitting boxes, valued up to $708.

The Universal Standard Mystery Box sale runs from February 10 until February 17, and it’s fully loaded with cozy loungewear, Zoom-ready blazers, and dresses for a springtime wardrobe update. Other than at-home essentials and elevated work attire, you’ll also find weekend-ready activewear and an array of reliable and stylish plus-size options. 

So what’s the deal?

There are plenty of sales coming up for Presidents’ Day, but the main draw for Universal Standard’s Mystery Box is the price—you get more items for less than what it would cost if you bought each piece individually. Plus, it’s an easy, noncommittal way to experiment with personal style or nail an unexpected gift.

The outfit boxes contain three pieces to wear as a look or style individually. They start at $55 for tops, and $95 for athleisure, loungewear, and petites. Next up, you can get a selection of classics or dresses for $98, bottoms for $120, or a Surprise Box for $75. If you’re looking to spend a bit more, get the Polished Box for $145, the Premier Box for $165, or the Luxe Box for $198.

Surprises aren’t for everyone. So to make sure this deal is actually worth your money, we got our hands on a range of boxes, which we’re breaking down below.

If you’re trying to squeeze in more outdoor activities for spring, try the Athleisure Box (valued up to $292), and expect fresh fitness trends. This box was an XS (or a regular size 10), and included a super-soft workout unitard, an everyday white tee, and a side-slit terry sweatshirt for layering. One-piece workout looks are having a moment, so this box was right on point for staying active during spring and summer 2021—and the onesie smooths you out without feeling overly constrictive.

Fiona Open Side Sweatshirt

The Classic Box (valued up to $434) includes a top, a bottom, and another classic wildcard. This one was curated for a size 3XS (or a regular size 2–4). It included a white turtleneck, a navy blazer, and matching tracksuit pants, and was clean, crisp, and modern. Lean on this box to feel like you have all your ducks in a row, hectic schedule or not. These three pieces total $541, and can easily be dressed down with a pair of denim (as shown).