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Gifting & Ettiquette

Holiday Gift Guide 2014 – Gifts for Her

This gift guide roundup is for the ladies… whether you’re looking for gifts for your mom, your sister, your significant other or your bestie, it’s full of stylish ideas from beauty buys to the most coveted handbags. It’s one of my all-time favorite gift guides to put together because I get to curate all of fabulous things I’m personally loving right now. Those over-the-knee boots are at the top of my wishlist! (hint hint). Happy holiday shopping!
 1. Christian Louboutin Nail Lacquer 2. I am Very Busy iPhone Case 3. Sliced Cuff Bracelet 4. Mansur Gavriel Bucket Bag 5. Stuart …

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Kids Gift Guide
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Holiday Gift Guide 2014: Gifts for the Little Ones

Let’s face it – Christmas is really all for the kids. We delight in their wonderment over the magic of Christmas, their excitement and anticipation over Santa’s arrival and the joy of seeing them open their gifts on Christmas morning. I have a seven nieces and nephews, five of whom are little ones. I love to spoil them with gifts but also try to balance the fun stuff with things that are more practical and educational. Here’s a roundup of my favorite gifts for the little ones this season.

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Hostess Gifts
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Holiday Gift Guide 2014: For the Hostess

If you’re attending a flurry of holiday parties this season, don’t forget to pickup a little something to show your appreciation to the hostess! When it comes to giving a great hostess gift, I prefer to bring a stylish yet useful keepsake for the home. Something the person likely wouldn’t buy for themselves but would use often and that reminds them of me every time they use it. Here are a few go-to ideas that are sure to be a hit with the hostess at your next holiday party!

1. Scalamandre Zebra WINE Stopper / 2. Illume Bar Soap / …

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GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK
Gifting & Ettiquette

Holiday Gift Guide 2014: 10 Gifts that Give Back

The holidays are all about the spirit of giving which is why I loved curating this gift guide of products that give back by donating proceeds to worthy causes. If you have someone in your life that has everything, or is difficult to shop for, a gift that gives back is especially perfect because everyone can appreciate something that helps others!

1. 100 Good Deeds Bracelet: Proceeds support the 100 Good Deeds foundation which transforms communities by empowering women and spreading kindness.

2. Kiehl’s Since 1851 Limited Edition Norman Rockwell Creme de Corps collection: 100% of Kiehl’s net …

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Holiday Gift wrap Ideas
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Stylish Holiday Gift Wrap Ideas

When it comes to holiday gift wrap, I love the idea of coordinating the color of your gift wrap with your tree ornaments and other holiday decor for a cohesive look. This year I used silver and mercury glass ornaments on my tree and had gold and ivory accents throughout the rest of my home so the gift wrap I chose, shown above, reflected this color palette in a mix of stylish patterns. Rather than wrapping all of my gifts in the same paper, I like to mix and match a few different styles that coordinate together using patterns with …

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