Tuesday, December 11, 2018

GIFT GUIDE | GIFTS FOR HER

The countdown is officially on! With two weeks left until Christmas (OMG!), I'm sharing my Gift Guide for Her! If you're stuck on what to buy your girl, mom, bestie or sista sista, I have the best picks here ;) For more holiday posts and gift guides (Gifts for Him, Gifts for Pets, Beauty Gift Sets) be sure to check out the Holiday tab

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Similar to my Gifts for Him post, today's gift guide includes versatile gifts that I think everyone on your list will love and can use. I personally own and love several of these items which I think is important in a gift guide. The one's I don't own are on my wish-list ;) Whether you're looking for something affordable or a little more splurgy, here are my Gift Ideas for Her!

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GIFTS FOR HER


1. Fitbit Versa - I purchased the Fitbit Versa this year and think everyone would love one of these. Whether you workout or not, having an activity tracker is great for everyday use. I love that I can track my steps, calories burned and even my sleep! This one comes in three color options and is a great gift idea just in time for new year's resolutions.

2. The North Face Down Parka - Coats are expensive and not something that I usually splurge on for myself. I'm sure a lot of others feel that way too so I think giving a nice, great quality coat is an amazing idea. I love this style because it's practical and warm but still has a nice cut and will look flattering on.

3. Huda Beauty Nude Palette - This is soooooo good. Anyone who wears makeup would love this. Huda shadows are great quality and these colors are very wearable and will compliment all skin-tones. The palette itself is also gorgeous! I think both makeup-junkies and "normal users" (hi, mom) would love this one. Make sure you also check out my Best Beauty Gift Sets Guide here for more beauty picks!

4. Cozy Beanie - Cute, warm + super affordable! Comes in several fun colors.

5. Fuzzy Blanket - One of the best gifts to receive is a comfy blanket. I got this exact one a few years ago for Christmas and I sleep with it every night. I never ask for anything for Christmas but actually told my sister I'd love to have a new one this year!

6. Barefoot Dreams Robe - I'm a huge Barefoot Dreams fan and think their items make the best gifts. They are definitely a splurgy brand but SO worth it! I own several of their sweaters, socks and a blanket. One thing I don't own is this robe but I think it's one of the best "giftable" items they have. It's more affordable than some of their other items but is still a very luxe gift. I also like that it comes in a lot of colors.

7. Gucci GG Marmont Leather Card Case - If you're looking to splurge why not get Gucci? I love this card case because it's definitely a bougie gift but is still "affordable" when it comes to luxury items (at least as much as it can be, LOL). If you reallllllly want to splurge, this bag and these sunglasses are amazing! *adds all items to wish list*

8. Zella Leggings - These Zella leggings and the Spanx leggings listed next are my two all-time favorites. I decided to include both to give you some options. I live in leggings during the Fall/Winter months and think they make a great staple to give. The Zella's are great-quality (not see-through), comfy and affordable. These are also great to workout in or to wear around town.

9. Spanx Leggings - These are a little bit more expensive than the Zella's but still worth it. They are so flattering and suck you in but are still SO comfy to wear. I was honestly surprised by that since they are Spanx but it feels like you aren't wearing anything! I like this pair as a great staple to wear everyday and style with outfits. They make a great faux-leather pair too.

10. UGG Slippers - A nice pair of a classic Christmas gift. UGGs are more expensive but hold up very well and will last for years.

11. simplehuman Mirror - A makeup mirror is a must-have. I use mine for makeup, eyebrows, to check my teeth (TMI?) and so much more. They're handy to have and I think everyone can use one. I would recommend the simplehuman one if you're looking to splurge (they also have a compact size and smaller version). They are expensive but so good. I also love this one for an affordable option. It's only $15 and I always see this brand being talked about!

12. Nadri Earrings - I purchased these back in the summertime and love them. They are beautiful and super affordable but look expensive. They have a unique design and come in silver, gold + rose gold.

13. Quay High Key Sunnies - The best affordable sunglasses ever! I lost mine earlier this year and honestly the heart break is real. The black fade is my favorite but they come in several different colors. They're great quality and very flattering on! Hoping Santa brings me a new pair for Christmas (RIP to my oldies).


I hope that you'll find some great gift ideas for her from today's post! Don't forget to check out the Holiday tab for more gift guides and stay tuned for a few more to come in the last few weeks before Christmas!

xx,

Kristen


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Saturday, December 8, 2018

CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT HAUL

Hello hello! I'm so excited to be sharing my first home décor post with you all. Christmas is my favorite holiday to decorate for (still obsessed with you Halloween + Valentine's Day) and I love ornament shopping. Every year I add a few new ones to my collection so here are the deets on what I've purchased this year!

Cute Christmas Ornaments

Wondershop Gold Nutcracker Ornament, Michael's Craft Store Pink Donut Ornament, Wondershoo Hour Glass Ornament, Pier 1 Pink Pineapple Ornament

Anthropologie Hot Air Balloon Ornament

Anthropologie Cotton Candy Machine Ornament

Anthropologie Book Stack Ornament, Wondershop Eiffel Tower Ornament, Wondershop Dream Catcher Ornament, Wondershop Nutcracker Ornament, Wondershop Hour Glass Ornament

Every year I like to put up two trees. My main tree has a theme of blush and champagne colors-- lots of gold, white and pink with a glitzy vibe. My other one is all about "fun" ornaments! Anything random that I love but that doesn't match my themed tree. A few I've collected in previous years include a Reese's, Diet Coke and a converse sneaker. Here are this year's purchases!

1. Gold Nutcracker - only available online in set // (similar here)
2. Pink Donut - (similar here, here + here // also love this one)
3. Hour Glass
4. Pink Pineapple
5. Gem Snowflakes
6. Pink Eiffel Tower
7. Hot Air Balloon - (almost exact here + similar here)
8. Cotton Candy - (also here + here)
9. Books
10. Dream Catcher

I always get a little sentimental when it comes to ornaments! I love unboxing them year after year and seeing everything I've collected over time. It's a fun way to see how my style continues to change over the years and brings up old memories. Cheesy, much? ;) 

Thank you all so much for reading today's post, I hope you enjoyed! Please feel free to let me know if you'd like to see more home posts in the future and leave any requests below! 


xx,

Kristen 



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Sunday, December 2, 2018

GIFT GUIDE | GIFTS FOR HIM

Let's hear it for the boys! Men can be tricky to shop for... they usually aren't picky, just particular with what they like and dislike. I wanted to create a gift guide for him that is universal for everyone. Whether you're buying for your boyfriend, father, brother, a sport's guy, an outdoorsman... I've got you covered. 

Gift Guide for Him! Best Gifts for Men 2018.

GIFTS FOR HIM


1. Bose Bluetooth Speaker - Every man will love this! Perfect for playing music or movies off a phone, tablet or computer. I like that this one's great quality (Bose is the best) and portable. 

2. Leather Card Case - Real leather + under $20! Comes in multiple colors. 

3. The North Face Denali Etip Gloves - Functional, warm + you can use your phone while wearing them.

4. Kiehl's Fuel Your Adventure Set - Kiehl's makes amazing skincare products and my Dad loves this Facial Fuel line for men. This set is simple + effective for the guy who wants to keep his skin in check. 

5. Flannel PJ Pants - A staple for all guys + comes in several colors. 

6. Joggers - Another staple that's perfect for running errands or working out. 

7. Yeti Rambler - A "splurge" item every guy will love. Great for work, working out, outdoor fun + more. Comes in several colors. 

8. UGG Slippers - I bought these for my Dad several years ago and was surprised by how much he loves them. Comfy to wear around the house and they hold up well over time. Multiple colors + materials available (leather, suede, etc.) 

9. Dior Sauvage Gift Set - A nice "splurge" item that most guys wouldn't purchase for themselves. Also love these sets too: Chanel // Viktor + Rolf // Gucci 

10. Barefoot Dreams Blanket - I can guarantee a blanket is not at the top of most guys' list which makes this a great gift! These are the softest blankets ever + great quality. They'll love it once they've used it ;) This one is on sale over 50% off! 

11. Bose Headphones - Great quality headphones are worth the splurge + they'll love you for buying them!

There are only a few weeks left until Christmas so hopefully this helps you knock some of the guys off of your list! Also be sure to check out my other gift guides under the "Holiday" tab! Thank you all so much for reading.

xx,

Kristen


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