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12.20.2010
Holiday Gift Idea: the best beauty picks from Sephora

So everyone loves Sephora, no?  But it wasn’t until recently when the lovely folks at Sephora sent me an amazing assortment of their hand-picked holiday goodies.  It really is true- you can find something for anyone on your list.  Here are my top three picks, perfect for any beauty junkie.

Philosophy The Gingerbread House:This is the PERFECT housewarming gift when you’re going to a couple’s house.  The man will pretend to resist but you know he’s using his Gingerbread Man when he’s alone in the shower.  And, it’s a shower gel AND bubble bath so it’s a double bonus.

Josie Maran Love Nest: Unofortunately this set is no longer available on Sephora.com but I’m sure they still have plenty at your local Sephora store.  The Love Nest consists of all of Josie’s favorite argan products- the classic Argan Oil, Argan Color Stick in “Petal Pink,” GoGo Mascara and Argan Illuminizer.  What’s not to love here?

ghd Dazzle Gift Set: I used this baby a few weeks ago when I went to Jamaica and I couldn’t be happier.  The limited-edition hair styling set includes a ghd 1″ flat iron, a travel hair dryer and a heat-resistant zip up carrying case that, yeah, is black and sparkly.

12.20.2010
Holiday Gift Idea: the best beauty picks from Sephora

So everyone loves Sephora, no?  But it wasn’t until recently when the lovely folks at Sephora sent me an amazing assortment of their hand-picked holiday goodies.  It really is true- you can find something for anyone on your list.  Here are my top three picks, perfect for any beauty junkie.

Philosophy The Gingerbread House:This is the PERFECT housewarming gift when you’re going to a couple’s house.  The man will pretend to resist but you know he’s using his Gingerbread Man when he’s alone in the shower.  And, it’s a shower gel AND bubble bath so it’s a double bonus.

Josie Maran Love Nest: Unofortunately this set is no longer available on Sephora.com but I’m sure they still have plenty at your local Sephora store.  The Love Nest consists of all of Josie’s favorite argan products- the classic Argan Oil, Argan Color Stick in “Petal Pink,” GoGo Mascara and Argan Illuminizer.  What’s not to love here?

ghd Dazzle Gift Set: I used this baby a few weeks ago when I went to Jamaica and I couldn’t be happier.  The limited-edition hair styling set includes a ghd 1″ flat iron, a travel hair dryer and a heat-resistant zip up carrying case that, yeah, is black and sparkly.

12.19.2010
Holiday Gift Idea: for the Aunt you have no idea what to get

So everyone has that Aunt that you have absolutely no idea what to get for the holidays.  When I came across Calvin Klein’s Euphoria gift collection, I knew I had found the ultimate “WTF do I buy her?” gift. With any purchase of Calvin Klein Euphoria perfume, you get a free box of Lake Champlain chocolates.  I mean really…what’s better than perfume and chocolate?

12.19.2010
Holiday Gift Idea: for the Aunt you have no idea what to get

So everyone has that Aunt that you have absolutely no idea what to get for the holidays.  When I came across Calvin Klein’s Euphoria gift collection, I knew I had found the ultimate “WTF do I buy her?” gift. With any purchase of Calvin Klein Euphoria perfume, you get a free box of Lake Champlain chocolates.  I mean really…what’s better than perfume and chocolate?

12.16.2010
Holiday Gift Idea: for your fashion-forward mom

So I recently fell in love…and it was with this Guy and Eva Alexis ring.  What I love about this modern piece is how it looks from the side; besides being awesome, it’s like an upside down hollowed out teardrop, if that makes any sense at all.  Oh and no green fingers- my major pet peeve.  The Alexis ring is made of rhodium (and hence, nickel-free) and jet black cubic zirconia for some real sparkle.  What mom doesn’t love a pretty ring?

 

 

12.13.2010
Holiday Gift Idea: for the jet-setter in your life

So truth be told, I kinda want an iPad…but really only because I’ve seen so many cute cases for them from all the best designers.  When I spotted this MICHAEL by Michael Kors version, I nearly melted.  The python print jet set case is oh so chic and also functionally padded with premium leather and a soft layer to protect your iPad.  And, as someone who cracked her last iPhone, I can say that padding is crucial.

11.26.2010
Holiday Gift Idea: for the fashion-obsessed friend

So by now you all know my obsession when it comes to all things Gwen Stefani.  The lady has done it again with her new Wicked Style perfume collection.  Think bobble heads gone cool.  Any fashion-obsessed friend will loooooooove one of these in their stocking.  My favorites?  “G,” which is the Gwen doll and “Love.”

Love: a fruity floral of nectarine and orange flower.  She wears a classic bodice red jumper dress trimmed in lace and a large bow clip.  She’s the innocent one.

Angel: A sparkling floral of succulent plum and champagne, Angel ditches her soft look for a more daring demeanor in a black baby doll jumper dress with a scooped neckline trimmed with white lace.

Music: A woodsy floral of swirling cedarwood jasmine and juicy apple, Music is wearing her school uniform blazer that she customized by adding pins of her favorite musicians.

Baby: A vanilla floral of white peach and glowing amber, Baby is showing off her younger side in a bright yellow and hot pink sweater layered over a bright green t-shirt.  She’s all about the accessories.

G: A fruity floral of peach, pineapple, watermelon and raspberry, G is dressed to impress- looking classy and sophisticated in her red and white checkerboard leggings and Gwen’s signature red lip.

 

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