The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide: Part 4

Hi, Everyone!  Welcome to the fourth installment of The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide!  Peep Kyle singing a holiday classic from South Park, and HAPPY SHOPPING!!!

ModCloth Pudding Pie Bag - $49.99
ShopKempt Rebecca Preppy Bag - $48

ModCloth

ShopKempt

LOVE these bags as gift ideas!  They're both the PERFECT everyday bag.  Made with vegan faux leather, the ModCloth option's structured look is right on-trend and so versatile: ideal for the office AND for traipsing around town!  For a more casual option, go with ShopKempt's Rebecca Preppy bag, which I also posted about here.

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Personalized Stationery from Hello! Lucky - Prices Vary

Ya can't go wrong with personalized stationery!  Not only does it show that you put thought into your gift, but it's something that everyone needs!  Check out HelloLucky.com for TONS of adorable options!











Cupcake Timer - $9.50
Ice Cream Kitchen Timer - On Sale for $7.99!
A fun little oven timer is such a SWEET gift idea for the baker!  These really put the "kitsch" in kitchen!  I received one as a gift once and just ADORE it.  Not only does it serve as an oven timer; it serves as a cute little decoration for your kitchen.  What's not to love?!



Anthropologie Lovely Letter Key Chain - $18

Make even a set of KEYS look glamorous with a sweet little personalized key chain from Anthropologie!  So fun and feminine and sparkly...LOVE!  This makes a great gift on its own, and also looks extra cute tied to the top of an even bigger prezzie!!!







Lulus Brixton Grace Cowl - $32
You're sure to hit a home run with this chic circle scarf from Lulus!  It's a quick and easy way to add a bit of coziness to a winter ensemble, AND, it matches everything!  It can be worn several different ways: over the head as a hoodie, around the shoulders, around the neck....so versatile and SO delicious.  Stylish, cozy, AND warm?!  *Sigh*  HEAVEN!!!




Pottery Barn Monogrammed Cozy Throw - On Sale for $99!

I recently wrote about my love of cozy throw blankets here.  Just like the oven timers above, they serve a function (keeping you nice and toasty while watching 2 Broke Girls  or reading Lindsey Kelk's I Heart New York), and they also serve as a decoration by adding a bit of warmth and coziness to a room!  A monogrammed blanket is such a thoughtful gift...like giving someone a giant hug in a box!  And when thrown over the back or arm of a couch, the initials make your living space look extra chic!

Classy: Exceptional Advice for the Extremely Modern Lady, by Derek Blasberg - $9.62
Very Classy: Even More Exceptional Advice for the Extremely Modern Lady, by Derek Blasberg - $11.79

Derek Blasberg's witty handbooks on how to truly be a classy modern young lady are HILARIOUS, insightful, and a must-read for anyone interested in etiquette and social graces.  SUCH a fun gift idea!

The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide: Part 3

Welcome to the third installment of The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide!  Peep this classic bit o' Christmas below...Happy Shopping! 

Rebecca Minkoff Zipped Up Earphones - $48
Diane Von Furstenberg Heart-Print Ear Buds - $25

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DVF

Who says ear buds have to be boring?  Add a little glamour to your listening experience with either one of these fashionable options!  The Rebecca Minkoff buds are GENIUS: Not only do the pyramid studs give them a VERY cool look, but the rock n' roll-style zippered detail prevents tangling!  The DVF buds are just the sweetest.  AND, bonus: they're designed to reduce surrounding noise.




Sabon Patchouli Citrus Shower Oil: Gentleman's Collection - $25
OMG, this shower oil is BEYOND!  As someone who's not a big fan of patchouli OR citrus, I didn't think I'd like it, but neither scent is overpowering at all.  In fact, it doesn't even smell like a particular fragrance...it just smells SEXY!  It's the PERFECT gift for any man in your life, but women have been snatching it up for themselves as well, it's soooo divine.  



Lauren By Ralph Lauren Commuter Gloves - $42

My favorite trend of 2011 has gotta be the touch gloves that I'm seeing everywhere!  Designed with either touch-sensitive finger pads or slits cut out in the thumb and index finger, these puppies allow you to use your mobile device while keeping your hands nice n' cozy in the cold weather!  GENIUS.  This is a fantastic gift idea...I mean, who doesn't need a great pair of gloves?!  For more touch glove options, click here.




Wooden Ships Flapper Headscarf/Knit Flower Headband & Earwarmer - $22.99
Honestly, if you need an ego boost, just wear this adorable knit headwrap, sit back, and get ready to graciously accept all of the compliments that come your way!  It is by far my favorite outerwear accessory I own: feminine, sweet, and adorable.  AND, it makes a PERFECT gift - one size fits all.  Doesn't get easier than that!






River Island Black Skull Print Faux Fur Trim Cape - $40

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I just...I just CAN'T with this cape from River Island...RIDICULOUS!  It's even been marked as one of the River Island favorites, as you can see by the stamp of approval on the left.  The skulls create an edgy and cool vibe, while the fur trim keeps it soft and feminine.  This is a great gift option for the fashionista because it's just SO unique!  Plus, it's one size fits all!  Convenient AND stylish? *Sigh*  Heaven!

The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide: Part 2

Welcome to the second installment of The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide!  You'll see that in my first installment, I posted one of my favorite Christmas commercials.  Well, being that I come from a Catholic father and a Jewish mother, I've gotta honor both sides of the fam!  With that said, take a look at this HILARIOUS video of A Capella group The Maccabeats singing their Hanukkah song "Candlelight," a Weird Al-type version of Taio Cruz's "Dynamite."  Happy Holidays, and Happy Shopping!!! 

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Lulus Kelly Charcoal Grey Arm Warmers - $19
I am DYING over these cozy arm warmers from Lulus.com, and here's why: They are the perfect marriage of function and fashion.  There's no WAY you'll be cold with these puppies; they're 100% cotton, reach up to the elbow, and have ribbing on the ends to hold them in place!  AND, their adorable, cable-knit design just SCREAMS winter coziness.  They allow you to use your fingers for rummaging through your bag or texting, and look STELLAR with a fabulous holiday manicure!  




Essie Luxeffects Holiday Line - $34.89 on Amazon.com

Speaking of holiday manicures: OMG!  Essie's new holiday line of sparkly, glittery topcoats is BEYOND.  Each one (there are five of 'em) achieves a different effect due to the multiple sizes of the flakes; some are smaller and give a subtle hint of shimmer, while others are chunkier and make a more dramatic statement.  If you just can't wait until mid-December - when the line hits salons - buy 'em now on Amazon.com!  Who knew there were so many different ways to sparkle?  ;)  



West Elm Chalkboard Candlepot - $25
I LOVE West Elm's adorable (and interactive) take on a candle!  It puts a fun new spin on a classic gift.  Available in Cucumber Citrus, Ramsey Apple, or Vanilla Fig, these soy wax candles are great to personalize for all kindsa celebrations!!!




Madewell Stripe-Sleeve Cablecrew Sweater - $88

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We love you anyway,
Mark Darcy!

I am BEYOND obsessed with this adorable sweater by Madewell!  Love the striped detailing on the sleeve, and REALLY love the fact that it's totally festive for the holidays without being so obvious.  (Think Colin Firth's reindeer sweater in Bridget Jones's Diary.)  Available in red or grey, the red color is pretty popular and tough to get online right now, so either visit your local Madewell store to pick one up, or call the number listed on the "Contact Us" page of their website, where someone is available to assist you 24 hours a day!



Thomas Fuchs Creative Skull Bottle Stopper - $98

Diamond Ring
Bottle Opener

Pop Rock Diamond Ring Bottle Opener - $12

Skull Bottle Stopper

I'm a big believer in sprinkling a little glamour wherever you can, and these fun bar accessories do just that!  How glamorous are they?!  PERFECT to give as a hostess gift or stocking stuffer.  

The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide: Part 1

I feel like everyone has a little something in their life that signifies the arrival of the holiday season.  For moi, it's this commercial, which was on the other night:

I mean, can you HANDLE it?!  So cute!  As soon as I saw these LEETLE KEESES dancin' around, I knew the holidays were here!!  

Although there are so many warm and yummy things about the holidays - coziness with family, delicious eats, sparkles galore - sometimes the stress of shopping can really suck the energy outta ya!  And as someone who thinks shopping should NEVER be a chore and should ALWAYS be fun, I've decided to help relieve some of the stress that comes along with this time of year, and create The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide!  

Once a week, I'll write a post about some fabulous holiday gift ideas!  They'll all be under the label "The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide," so if you wanna peep all of the posts together, here's whatcha should do:

1. Find one of the posts marked "The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide."

2. At the bottom of the post, click on "Labels: 'The Glamour Addict Holiday Gift Guide.'"

3. Viola!  All of the posts will appear on one page for your viewing (and shopping ;) pleasure!

Now, let's get started with the first installment.  Have fun!!!

Urban Outfitters Spinning Birdcage Jewelry Stand (Assorted Colors) - $32

Forever 21 Birdcage Jewelry Stand (Assorted Colors) - $15.80

Who can't use a sweet little jewelry stand?  Over the past few years, it's become more and more of a trend to hang your precious jewels where your eyes can feast on them, as opposed to hiding your gems in a jewelry box.  Check out these adorable little birdcage stands (LOVE them in white...very shabby chic)!

Ko Sticks 10" Star - $64 

This is an AWESOME gift for the home decorator!  It looks so cool atop a stack of big books on a nightstand or coffee table.  I'm usually not one for knick knacks, but this star-shaped (and collapsible) home accessory will DEFINITELY add a touch of style and glamour to your abode!

Vanity Fair: The Portraits: A Century of Iconic Images - $65

Speaking of coffee table books, I must now quote my hero, Rachel Zoe, when I talk about this one: "I DIE!"  Ranked as one of the top 20 coffee table books of ALL TIME, Vanity Fair: The Portraits: A Century of Iconic Images is choc full of VF's coolest and most memorable snapshots.  From Jack Nicholson golfing in his bathrobe; to a soaking wet Julia Roberts on the beach wearing nothing but a white tank, men's briefs, and that famous megawatt smile - this book is not only total eye candy, but an amazing conversation piece as well!