12 Nov 2018

2018 Gift Guide Series — The Top Gifts For Her
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My 2018 Holiday Gift Guide Series is here!! This is my 7th year (!!) rounding up the best holiday gifts to give (and get) this holiday season. Today’s gift guide is dedicated for the top gifts for her! From Chanel loafers to dainty diamond jewelry (this diamond necklace is a favorite), below is a mix of classic wardrobe staples you can wear on repeat all year long. Be sure to check back every day, sign up for my weekly newsletter or follow me on Instagram to stay up-to-date with my latest holiday content!

One. Diptyque candles are my top gift to give each and every year — Roses and Baies are my personal favorite scents. What I love most about giving these candles is that you can shop the small version for $35 dollars or the larger version for $65 dollars. For a gift exchange last year, I picked out this Diptyque mini candle set for $78 dollars!

Two. For the beauty buff on your list, I bought this La Mer Mini Set for my mom last year which she loved! The price point is just right under $100 dollars.

Three. I met Dana Rebecca over 5 years ago when I was living in Chicago and had a chance to visit her showroom. These huggies are on my Christmas list as well as this bar pendant necklace — so many of my best friends has this in rose gold!

Four. Classic pearl studs from David Yurman.

Five.  A Michelle watch is another jewelry staple that is perfect for your everyday collection.

Six. My girlfriend has these Chanel loafers and they are so pretty. I also like that they are different than the classic ballet flats. You can shop them on The Real Real.

Seven. The Gucci Disco Bag — I own in black but love in the red, too!

Eight. A girl can never go wrong with adding a Barbour jacket to your winter wardrobe!

Nine. A camel cashmere scarf perfect for winter travel.

Ten. Another item on my Christmas list, Le Labo perfume in Santal 33.

Eleven. Gucci loafers or mules for work are a must.

Twelve. I’ve noticed many of my girlfriends have started accessorizing with oversized clutches and absolutely love the look.

Thirteen. Last but not least, a moisturizing face mask for these cold winter months will not disappoint.

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1.. Diptyque Roses Scented Candle | 2. La Mer The Mini Miracle Set | 3. Dana Rebecca Designs Huggies | 3. Dana Rebecca Designs Sylvie Rose Diamond Bar Pendant Necklace  | 4. David Yurman Small Pearl Earrings with Diamonds | 5. Michelle Deco Diamond Dial Watch Case | 6. Chanel Patent Leather Loafers | 7. Gucci Soho Disco Leather Bag | 8. Barbour Cavalry Quilted Jacket | 9. Halogen Solid Cashmere Scarf | 10. Le Labo Santal 33 | 11. Gucci Princetown Loafer Mule | 12. Saint Laurent Large Logo Matelasse Leather Pouch  | 13. Sisley Paris Black Rose Cream Mask

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2018 Gift Guide Series

Gifts For Her

Gifts For Him

Stocking Stuffers Under $50 and $100 Dollars

The Top Gifts For The Beauty Buff

2017 Gift Guide Series 

Gifts For Her

Gift Ideas For The Boys

The Top Holiday Plaid Gift Ideas

Top Beauty and Makeup Gift Sets

Gifts for the Hostess

Gifts for the Jet Setter

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21 Nov 2017

2017 Gift Guide Series | The Best Beauty and Makeup Gift Sets To Give This Year
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One of my favorite gift guides to create each and every year is the one dedicated to beauty and make up gift sets! Honestly, this is one of the best times to invest in skincare or make up brands you love as these value sets are truly phenomenal.

In case you’re just tuning in, we’re in the middle of my 2017 gift guide series! So far we’ve launched the top gifts for her, the top gifts for him as well as the top holiday plaid gifts to give this year. My fourth (and personal) favorite gift guide launching today is dedicated to skincare and make up. You can shop each and every gift guide by clicking on the black and white plus sign next to each product in the collage above. Or if that’s too hard, I’ve linked to every product featured below under “Shop The Post.”

After browsing a few of my favorite retailers for the best beauty and makeup gift sets, I’ve come to the conclusion that these below are just too good to pass up. Plus, the single products I’ve linked to (ones not included in a value set) I use in my daily skincare routine and hope you love just as much as I do. Let’s get to it, shall we?

My mom is going to go crazy for this huge lip kit from Sephora – can you believe how many lip glosses, balms and lipsticks are included in this set for $70 dollars? This would make such a good gift or stocking stuffer! I also thought this skin wonderland set that comes with Sephora’s best skincare sellers would be a great starter kit for anyone wanting to enhance their skincare routine. I will be stocking up on this L’occitane hand cream set – you cannot beat this $30 dollar price point. Last but not least, I’m dying to try the new Gucci sent, Bloom – you can shop a 3-piece gift set for $129!

Product Highlights — I’ve used Dermalogica in my skincare routine since I was 25 – this power firm eye cream is the best and this pre-cleanse is great for removing oils and unclogging pores. This Hourglass ambient palette is one of the best for highlighting your cheeks during the holiday season. This Charlotte Tilbery eye shadow palette is perfect for a smokey eye. Last but not least, a new discovery that I’m slightly obsessed with is this Henne Luxury Lip Tint ($21.95 dollars)- it’s a great, clean alternative to Dior’s Lip Glow ($33 dollars).

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Be sure to check out my gift guide series below for some more great gift ideas!

2017 Gift Guide Series

Gifts For Her

Gift Ideas For The Boys

The Top Holiday Plaid Gift Ideas

Top Beauty and Makeup Gift Sets

Gifts for the Hostess

Gifts for the Jet Setter

 

2016 Gift Guide Series

STOCKING STUFFERS UNDER $25 DOLLARS

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: FOR THE BOYS

GIFTS UNDER $50 DOLLARS

13 PERSONALIZED GIFT IDEAS THAT ARE SUPER CUTE

Gifts For The Jet Setter

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2015 Gift Guide Series 

THE TOP BEAUTY GIFTS UNDER $100 DOLLARS

STOCKING STUFFERS UNDER $25 DOLLARS

2015 GIFT GUIDE: FOR HER

2015 GIFT GUIDE: FOR HIM

THE BEST HOLIDAY PLAID GIFTS TO GIVE

THE TOP GIFTS TO GIVE THE STRIPE ENTHUSIAST

GIFT GUIDE FOR THE MONOGRAM LOVER

20 Nov 2017

2017 Gift Guide Series – For The Boys
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Picking out gifts for men is quite easy! Whether you’re shopping for your dad, brother, boyfriend or hubby, today I’ve rounded up some of my favorite christmas present ideas for all of the men in your life. Some of my favorite go-to brands to shop for men each and every Christmas include Tumi, Burberry, Sonos, J.Crew, East Dane, Mark and Graham and Keihls.

You can’t go wrong with a classic Barbour jacket, cologne, or a Patagonia pop over. My boyfriend has these APL sneakers and loves them! I also want to get him these Ralph Lauren Velvet slippers for all of the black tie weddings we have to attend next year. This bluetooth Sonos speaker is a great gift for any guy and comes in at a great price point – under $200 dollars! If you have a big golfer in the family, I always get my dad these Titleist golf balls each year which are a great stocking stuffer or secret santa present with a $50 dollar price tag. Last but not least, weekender bags are always a great gift – I love this weekend garment bag or this  brown leather monogrammed Mark and Graham weekender.

Don’t forget to shop some my entire gift guide series! I’ve linked to all of the posts below. Have a great Thanksgiving week, friends! Xo. Lauren

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2017 Gift Guide Series

Top Gifts for Her

The Top Holiday Plaid Gifts To Give

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2016 Gift Guide Series

STOCKING STUFFERS UNDER $25 DOLLARS

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: FOR THE BOYS

GIFTS UNDER $50 DOLLARS

13 PERSONALIZED GIFT IDEAS THAT ARE SUPER CUTE

Gifts For The Jet Setter

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2015 Gift Guide Series 

THE TOP BEAUTY GIFTS UNDER $100 DOLLARS

STOCKING STUFFERS UNDER $25 DOLLARS

2015 GIFT GUIDE: FOR HER

2015 GIFT GUIDE: FOR HIM

THE BEST HOLIDAY PLAID GIFTS TO GIVE

THE TOP GIFTS TO GIVE THE STRIPE ENTHUSIAST

GIFT GUIDE FOR THE MONOGRAM LOVER

MY FAVORITE GIFTS FROM THE DESIGN DARLING BOUTIQUE

1 Nov 2017

10 Christmas Tree Decorating Ideas
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Happy November! Can you guys believe it? This year is practically over – omg!

What I love most about the month of November is that it’s fully acceptable to start getting excited for Christmas. Has anyone started their Christmas shopping yet?

I am beginning to brainstorm different decorating ideas when it comes to my Christmas tree. Last year I went with a red and silver theme. I unfortunately wasn’t able to shoot my tree or my apartment during the holidays since I barely had any furniture. So this year I’m on a mission to decorate and shoot well before Christmas.

I browsed some of my favorite websites like House Beautiful and My Domaine for some Christmas tree decorating ideas and came across so many good ones! The one trend I absolutely love this year is incorporating pre-lit christmas trees in every room of the house. From the kitchen to the bedroom to the living room, incorporating different sized christmas trees throughout each and every room creates an element of excitement and elegance for your guests around the holidays.

This year I think I will stick with my red and silver theme similar to last year but I’m leaning towards a more traditional Christmas. I’ll be stealing a bunch of Old World ornaments from my mom. I’ve also discovered that Amazon is great for purchasing in bulk and affordable ornaments if you are sticking to a single color scheme. Pottery Barn has so much holiday decor to choose from – I love these traditional Christmas plates and mugs.

Things I skipped out on last year that I’m on a mission to incorporate into my decor this year include: a beautiful wreath and garland, a tree skirt or tree stand, a tree topper and various decor for my entry way and kitchen. Oh, I also I’m in need of plaid pillows! How good are these italian wool pillows from Williams-Sonoma? $190 is a little out of my budget so it looks like Wayfair it is!

What’s on your holiday shopping list? Xo. Lauren

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