It’s that time of year when blogger gift guides pop up all day every day!
I think they are a lot of fun and I have such a great time assembling my own gift guides for you guys, so today I am sharing the first in a short series of PBF gift guides.
Below you will find some of my favorite fashion and beauty finds.
Nothing is over $100 and I tried to cover various price points. I hope these ideas bring gift-giving inspiration to those of you who are at a loss for what to get your loved ones this year!
Fashion
This jewelry is so delicate and beautiful and I adore the sweet messages that come along with each piece. The simple necklaces can easily be worn with casual clothes or add a little sparkle to a feminine date night dress. I think this is a great gift for a girlfriend, sister or sister-in-law. My favorites are the horseshoe necklace, guardian angel necklace, mother/daughter heart necklace and the small cross ring.
This bag reminds me of the gorgeous (and much more expensive) Marc Jacobs bag I’ve been eying ever since Janae blogged about it last month. I love that the bag has both a handle and a long strap. More cute satchels: Steve Madden, Kensie
- Vintage Cocktail Ring
Ever since Merri gave me a beautiful vintage cocktail ring as a bridesmaid gift when I was in her wedding, I cannot stop wearing it! The ring adds a little flare to almost any outfit. Check local antique stores for vintage finds near you. (NYC friends, Merri found these rings at the Antique Showplace.) I also found some stunning rings on Etsy by searching “vintage cocktail rings.”
My friend Merri’s mom makes the cutest ear warmer headbands and after she gave me one last year, I fell in love with the look. My girlfriends and I have been trying to get her to open an Etsy shop, but until then, I found a bunch of similar styles to share with you guys. This gray cable knit ear warmer and this braided lilac headband look scozy and feminine at the same time.
- Crossbody Bag
At only $10, this Old Navy crossbody bag is an awesome find! (Plus, you can use the code ONSAVENOW to save an additional 20 percent.) I am all about crossbody bags because they’re both functional and cute.
- Slippers
I’m sure I’m not the only one out there who is in love with slippers! Even living in Florida, I cannot have too many pairs and love sliding into a soft pair of warm slippers at the end of a long day.
Some cute slippers that caught my eye this year:
- Soft Pink Breast Cancer Awareness Slippers
- Michael Kors Sparkly Slippers (available in sliver and gold)
- J.Crew Moccasin Slippers (available in navy and tan… I also found a cheaper version available in lots of colors here)
- BEARPAW Comfy Slippers (available in lots of colors)
Beauty
If you have a big-time beauty product lover in your life, a Birchbox subscription might be something they would absolutely love! For only $10 a month, Birchbox subscribers receive a selection of beauty samples, from both well-known and emerging brands. The women’s Birchbox contains everything from skincare to makeup samples. You can give someone a three, six or 12 month subscription.
I blogged about my beloved Smashbox primer last year and I stand by the excessive praise I gave this fabulous product. I started using primer two years ago and I cannot believe I went so long without adding it to my makeup routine. Smashbox primer goes on light and makes my makeup last 10,000 times longer. It’s amazing! It’s also pretty expensive, but one bottle lasts me more than a year.
The classic print on this cosmetic case simply called to me! This water-resistant case is oh-so-pretty and is the perfect way to transport your favorite beauty finds!
I finally found a curling iron that seems to work! After years of curling iron frustration, I spoke with a woman at Ulta who encouraged me to buy a curling iron that gets extra hot. She assured me this would make a big difference and help my curls last longer. I walked away with this Hot Tools curling iron and have been using it at least once a week ever since! (And for those who asked, yes, I have been curling my hair differently and I promise to post a hair curling tutorial soon. It’s on my to do list!)
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Note: This post is not sponsored in any way and is simply a list of some fabulous fashion and beauty finds that I think would make a great gift for loved ones this year. Some affiliate links are included and I sincerely appreciate your support!
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Please Help: Gifts that Give Back Gift Guide
Last year I featured a Gifts that Give Back Gift Guide that highlighted quality gifts that give back. I am planning to put together another blog post highlighting these amazing gifts and would love your help! Please let me know of any fabulous gifts out there that give back in some special way. I’d love to help spread the word. Thank you!
Caitlin says
The Tory Burch makeup bag is SO adorable. I love my dogeared necklace that I got from the Fitness Meet & Tweet! I would totally give one to someone as a gift.
megan @ that running girl says
Ugh girl I’ve been jonesing for that same bag Janae posted about awhile back. I’ve already strategically tried to find a way to convince my husband it is a need, not a want. No such luck so far. But that Topshop bag is super cute!
Helen says
Roozt.com (http://www.roozt.com/home.html) is a whole website that gives back! There are many different kinds of products (clothes, beauty, accessories, food, etc.) and each brand has a different cause or way of giving back, so it depends on what you purchase. I recently got a beautiful handmade clutch by Sseko designs (http://www.roozt.com/SsekoDesigns/p11592/WOVEN-VOYAGE:-CARAMEL-CLUTCH/product_info.html).
Allison says
I have seen birchbox’s before and thought they were a cute idea but definitely not worth it for me to buy the box. BUT your post made me think of my sister and how this would be a PERFECT christmas gift for her!! THANKS
Laura @ The Neuffers says
Love this list!! After checking out the Old Navy cross body bag (which I bought for 2 of for friends!) I looked around the site and found some more great things to give for Christmas presents. Old Navy is really impressing me these days! Thanks for helping me get half of my shopping done! ;D
grommets says
I love that infinity necklace.
Thoughtsofglam says
I love these ideas. I just did a post for gift ideas at a $10 price point and was able to find great brands like Clarin, OPI, Butter London etc to include. Thank God Sephora and Ulta had great sales going on.
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Elle says
Hi- I love your blog! I read it every day 🙂
For “Gifts the Give Back” I recommend checking out my friends’ store called Be Good ( http://begoodclothes.com/ ). They’re based in San Francisco but have an extensive website… really cool store run by some cool guys!
Happy holiday shopping!
Ashley says
I just saw a deal for the “Try It Kit”, for only $20, from Smashbox which includes a mini of the Photo Finish Primer. I thought of this post when I saw it. Here’s the link http://www.smashbox.com/product/6109/24006/Palettes-Kits/TRY-IT-KIT/New/index.tmpl?cm_mmc=Linkshare-_-RvEiSnI7NyY-_-1-_-10
Dani says
Just wondering if you ever got around to posting your new ‘hair curling tutorial’… i tried to search your blog but I didn’t have any luck. I really like the way it looks so I am curious!