Everybody is different. I know some people love the special LE packaging, but I personally hate it. I'd rather have the plain 'ol, sleek-looking black any day. I've never, not once, liked the special packaging.
Then, this afternoon, I was at the MAC counter talking to the MA, and she asked, "Do you want a sneak peek at Fafi?" I asked her if she was talking about the book or the actual products, and she replied, "Here," and opened up a drawer with all the of Fafi items, except the dolls.
Oh my goodness, it was beautiful! I thought for sure I was going to hate Fafi and not buy any of it (except for maybe the paint pots) because of the special packaging, but it does not look like I had thought it would at all. It is very sleek, shiny, and heavy feeling. It does not seem cheap or kiddie-looking at all.
I just wanted to share my impression because I know there are others that are also turned off by special packaging. This time I think it's different, and the packaging won't deter anyone once they see it in person.