First and foremost, if you’re looking for a holiday red dress this season! Â You MUST get this one! Â The fabric is amazing, it’s a great length, and has subtle pockets with just the right amount of swing. Â Pair it with a fun scarf, a statement necklace or some pretty sparkly earrings. Â It’s honestly so popular that it sold out at Nordstrom in just TWO days. Â Luckily, I was able to find it here, and it’s on sale. Â Take 20% off when you use code: NOVEMBER. Â It fits true to size. Â I’m wearing a small and it also comes in black, which I snagged too. // Paired here with these leopard heels and this link bracelet.
Today’s holiday gift guide is all about the beauty lover. Â I love all of the fun holiday specials that debut this time of year, featuring my favorite brands. Â I’ve already picked up the two above, and can’t wait to try them out. Â Shameless I know, since it’s a gift guide, but I guess with beauty, they’re great as gifts, but fun to gift yourself too.
So the one on the left is the Bobbi Brown Brightening Brick. Â I’ve always used the bronzing powder (in Golden Light), but thought I’d try this since it’s more of a subtle highlighter to apply in particular spots on my face. Â It’s the newest brightening brick from Bobbi Brown, that promises to give you a subtle glow. Â I use this brush for applying my bronzing powder. Â I recently ordered a new one and the bristles are way softer than my other one. Â I use this brush for my blush and LOVE it!
I’ve really been wanting to try a smokey eye for evening’s out. Â Love that this one comes with a brush and mascara. Â Would be great for travel too. Â It’s valued at $82, but only $42!
Holiday Gift Guide:Â Beauty Gift Sets
MAC Lipstick Kit // Jo Malone Christmas Cracker Set // Dior Overcurl and Eyeshadow Set // La Mer ‘Discovery Collection Radiance’ // Viktor & Rolf Holiday Perfume // YSL Beauty Set // The Big Hair Blowout Kit // Bobbi Brown Brush Set (great for travel!) // Nest Holiday Set // Tory Burch Perfume Set (my favorite everyday scent!) // Stila Beauty Set // Clarisonic Set (four years and counting, still LOVE using mine!) // Angel Perfume Set (favorite night-out scent)
How cute is this cup for the holidays? Â Would make a great gift! Â P. S. I just got the plum colored sweater I’m wearing here and it is the softest thing ever. Â Like I honestly feel like I’m wearing pajamas when I’m out, it’s that comfortable. Â I’ll post a full pic of for you soon.
I popped into Anthropologie the other day and all of their Christmas decor was on display. Â I always love their ornaments. Â This one is my favorite this year!
How pretty are these votives? Â Would make a great gift!
And I’m absolutely loving this apron! Would be a great gift for your girlfriends!  It comes in a cute kid’s size too.  This pink apron is way too cute too!
I’ve had a few of you ask about my gel nails, and how they’re doing. Â So I’ve had them two weeks now and I can honestly say they’re all still completely in tact, no chips at all. Â The only problem I have is that my nails grow pretty quickly, so now there’s a significant gap between the polish and my cuticle, which makes it look kind of funny. Â Would I get gels again? Â Probably not. Â As most of you know, I’m used to painting my own nails anyway. Â So I’ll probably just keep doing that from now on. Â But the gel nails were fun to try!
I’ve received a few emails lately asking about my hair, and if I still used my straightener to get my waves. Â I do every once in awhile, but after getting this BeachWaver during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale this year, I’ve loved it!
I hope y’all have a great weekend! Â We’re headed to my cousin’s wedding tomorrow and the kids are all invited too. Â This is the first time they’re getting to attend a wedding reception. Â Actually, Wheeler’s been to one, but she probably doesn’t remember it. Â Should be a fun night! Â Can’t wait to share photos with you next week!
Love the gift guide! Just added the Beach Waver to my Christmas list! Have a great time at the wedding this weekend.
Thanks, Jess!
DYING to go to Anthro now. ..might have to take a long lunch break. 😉 Definitely must get that dress, too!!!
You will LOVE it!
Please post info on the plum sweater! It’s finally cool enough in Texas to wear one 🙂
Oops! Sorry about that Susan! I realized I wrote about it and completely forgot to link it up. I just edited the post to include a link to it. I’ll post more pics of it as soon as I can. You will love it!