December 7, 2011

it's the most wonderful time of the year...

and boy, it is coming very fast! with two weeks and counting until christmas, i feel very under prepared! now lets see - i've bought the products i'll need for my personal handmade "craft/gifts"however, i haven't started making them! i've got a list of potential recipes i'll try out for parties, and no ingedients! and oh yesss, the shopping... well my shopping is no more then a LIST!  certainly not my proudest confession but that's where i'm at! 


this year i have a precise list of what i am buying for the ladies in my life. as far as the men go - they are picky and difficult. especially my boyfriend! ( sorry if you're reading this babe. ) in case you are in the same position or are having some trouble with the "picky people" on your list, this gift guide will certainly help you wrap it up!


REMINDERS
please know you STILL have time - so buy online.
the amount of coupons you can combine are endless.
oh and did i mention, they are are all under $100!



1) scent'sational


for men & women $50 fragrance sample set
included is a voucher for a full size bottle of your choice!
www.sephora.com 

2) tech'sessories
many top designers (michael kors, dvf, & juicy to name a few) are making compact and CHIC cases for your apple & nook devices! some may be on the pricier end or over $100, but many double for a small wallet, with enough space or a lip gloss too!



nordstorm and shopbop will have exactly what you're looking for! 
for the guys:  www.iphoneappcafe.com/10-best-leather-cases-for-iphone-4
  
3) understated, classy but USEFUL - for the guys!



my brother never uses his wallet yet he prefers a rubberband, 
well not after this christmas!
money clip by coach $48 
lots and lots more goodies for the guys at www.coach.com


4) baubles, beads and pearls, oh my! 
statement pieces are more fancy then an expensive piece jewelry
they add some glitz to any basic ensemble! 
and a little does go a long way.
target and forever 21 have the MOST affordable and unique pieces!


5) a book a day...
may not keep the doctor away but it will make for an awesome gift!
plus it adds personal touch, 
anytime i've read a good book i've always shared with a friend! 
and lucky for you there are ENDLESS amounts to chose from!






there are so many good reads out now,
then afterward it serves as a fab coffee table accessory! 
check out the kate spade etiquette collection at neiman marcus.

now go be merry and bright 
oh, and get shopping dolls! <3