Fashionistas and beauty buffs can be surprisingly easy to buy for. Give them the latest nail polish, wardrobe staple, bold eyeshadow, or funky accessory, and they will melt like lipstick on a hot summer day.
If you really want to impress the fashion and beauty lovers in your life, upgrade your holiday gifts to these new takes on old classics.
Lipstick: Kate Spade Lip Crayon Box Set
Encourage her creativity with this Kate Spade Lip Crayon Box Set ($40).
Nail Polish: Lise Watier Light Cap Nail Laquer
Get a professional looking manicure at home with Lise Watier’s Light Cap Nail Laquer ($12.50). The specially designed cap contains a built in light and switch for perfect polish every time.
Purse: M.I.L.C.K. Clutch
The ela M.I.L.C.K. (Money, ID, Lipstick, Cell, Keys) clutch was made with a girl’s everyday essentials in mind. Available in a variety of colours and finishes, this classic clutch is both functional and stylish ($298-$328).
Lip Treatments: LUSH Cosmetics’ Popcorn Lip Scrub
Give a sweet treat without the calories with LUSH’s Popcorn Lip Scrub ($8.95). This sugar and salt scrub smells so good, you’ll want to taste it (and thanks to the natural ingredients, you can).
Warm Fuzzy: MISSONI Plush
Cuddle up with a limited edition MISSONI plush elephant or bear ($50 each at Holt Renfrew). The stylish stuffed animals are decked out in the iconic MISSONI zig-zag print, and help support OrphanAid Africa.
Spa Visit: skoah Skin Gym Membership
Give the gift that keeps on giving with the skoah Skin Gym Yearly Membership ($550). The annual membership includes a facial once a month and 10% off skoah products all year long.
Tanning Creams: Vitatanz Organic Spray on Tan
Get a gentle holiday glow with Vitatanz Organic Spray on Tan ($35). This anti-aging sugar-based formula will naturally darken skin without the damaging effects of UV rays or harsh chemicals.
Bags: Stone + Cloth
Give two gifts for the price of one when you give a Stone + Cloth backpack ($75). For each backpack purchased, $10 will go towards support a child’s education in Tanzania.
Christmas Ornaments: Pantone Colour Ornaments
Deck the halls with official Pantone colour ornaments ($15 each). Designed by Selab Studio for Italian design powerhouse Seletti, they are available at Secret Location in Vancouver and various stores nationwide.
Such pretty things . . . I’m gonna be hunting for the Popcorn Lip Scrub. It is snowing HERE this afternoon!!! Enjoy the holidays
S
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