Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers under $25

One of my favorite holiday gifts to give and receive are stocking stuffers. Sure, not everything here will literally fit inside a stocking, but it's fun to give a little something and wrap "stocking" stuffers in pretty giftbags to friends, it's what me and my bestie do. I wanted to share some of the cutest finds I spotted over the weekend at Nordstrom in the junior dept. (the most affordable of course) and this location had a home store, usually I just order those items online (thanks free shipping) and hope for the best haha.

What's your favorite stocking stuffer?

Gift Guide: French Girl Chic under $25

Bonjour! I wanted to share some of my favorites for the French girl in your life. While it's always fun to splurge on holiday gifts, it's not always practical, especially when there are so many chic finds at every store for those of us on a budget. These items would make perfect stocking stuffers, gift toppers or grab a few and put them together in a tote for a très magnifique presentation.

Anything on your wish list?

Gift Guide: for the Glam Teen

This Gift Guide for the glam teen in your life includes items that can might also be found on your favorite Fashionista's list as well. I may not be a teen, but I do know I would happy to open any of these presents on Christmas morning...just call me young at heart!

What are your favorites?

1 Vintage Style Sticker Book $12.95 // 2 *Urban Decay Naked 3 Palette $52 // 3 F21 Sequin Beret $8.80 // 4 Stackable Rings (set of 3) $12 // 5 ** My Wonderful World of Fashion Stamp Set $19.95//

6 Gold Polka Dot Scarf $16.99 // 7 Butter London 'Shambolic Holiday' Set $24 // 8 Fashion Tattoos $12.95 // 9 Crossbody Mini Bag $20 // 10 Crystal Bib Necklace $29.90 (special purchase price)

*Sold Out Online - Available in stores on 12/12
** Available at Anthropologie stores & Urban Outfitters (even though it islisted as "online only", I did see it at my store)

1 Sticker Book Okay, I not-so-secretly want this vintage sticker book..there I said it.
2 Eyeshadow Palette For the beauty obsessed, this is a splurge worth gifting.
3 Beret Hello, there are sequins on this one!
4 Rose gold (plated of course at this price) rings - so pretty.
5 Stamp Kit I love this idea for the creative teen (or cough, cough adult).
6 Gold polka dot scarf This is so cute and looks way more expensive than $17
7 Nail Polish Set  A bit of bling for the New Year
8 Glam Tattoos Such a fun stocking stuffer!
9 Bow Bag This may be  one of the cutest mini bags I've seen.
10 Statement Necklace This is so glam and reminds me of The Great Gatsby era.

 Bonus Gift for the Glam Teen : Pick up a copy of The Great Gatsby DVD

 F21 Tote $3.80

This would be "totes" cute to wrap some gifts for the glam girl!

 

 Thanks for reading!!

Tracy 

Gift Guide: For the Hostess Under $30

The gift guide for the hostess is one of my favorites because it is all about presentation and being a thoughtful guest. Just a little something is enough to say "thank you" (since we all know how much work goes into entertaining!) at the next holiday gathering. You don't need to spend a lot a money to buy a lovely gift since everything here is under thirty dollars. While the traditional gifts of wine and flowers are always appreciated, sometimes buying a special "treat" that your hostess wouldn't normally buy for herself is even more appreciated.

What's your favorite hostess gift?

Gift Guide: Beauty + Jewelry Budget Buys under $30

So excited to bring you the first of many Gift Guides this holiday season! I found budget buy items for the beauty and jewelry enthusiast on your list for a friend, sister, or co-worker and a few stocking stuffers along the way. I hope you enjoy!

What are your favorites? 

 

 1 JCrew Jewelry Tray $18 // 2 Marc Jacobs Perfume Pen $22 // 3 Target Statement Necklace $24.99

4 OPI Set $24.95 // 5 Emi-Jay Hair Set $20 // 6 Bare Minerals Mini Brush Kit $25 // 7 Anna Sui Nailpolish $15 // 8 UO Ring Holder $14 // 9 Kate Spade Cosmetic Bag $30 // 10 Volupsa Candle 'Crane Flower' $2611 Bird Jewelry Tree $19.95

1 This "lovely" tray is perfect for storing jewelry on your nightstand.

2 Who wouldn't want a little Marc Jacobs perfume in her stocking?

3 I was impressed with the latest collection of Target statement pieces and never would have guessed they came from your local Target had I not actually seen them at the store.

4 OPI mini set I purchased a similar set last year from Ulta for myself and some of my lucky friends. This year, they added different colors and be on the lookout for upcoming promotions and coupons to get it for even less!

5 Emi-Jay hair ties are the best and cutest way to wear your hair up and I couldn't resist sharing the holiday versions (these festive colors be worn throughout the year for Valentine's Day, Fourth of July, St.Patrick's..and the list goes on.)

6 Mini Brush Kit Super soft brush set in a cool metallic case for the travel or your purse.

7 Designer Anna Sui's Collection is so pretty and display worthy.

8 This may be the cutest (or at least one of them) ring holders I've seen!

9 Kate Spade cosmetic bag - a fun splurge for a beauty lover (fill with samples for added bonus!)

10 This newest candle scent from Volupsa is so glam in this gold.

How cute is the packaging of the Emi Jay hair ties? 

Add to the top of a gift or tree for bonus creativity! 

 

 

Coming this Tuesday online!

I purchased this box last year and it sold out in 20 minutes!

 The value is amazing - so don't miss it.

Be online to use the link live exactly at the time specified.

Direct link will go live on 11/19  http://avs-beauty-box.s3.amazonaws.com/nov2013/index.html

 

  

Thanks for reading!!

Tracy 

 

Mother's Day Gift Guide - under $30

Mother's Day is less than a month away and I put together a few things to help keep you on budget while still making Mom happy or even picking up a little something for yourself ♥

What's your favorite item?

1.Audrey in Rome $17.04// 2.L'Occitane 'Nourishing Shea Butter' Set $25  3. GlossyBox Mother's Day Box $30 *a beauty box filled with everything a Mother needs in her make-up bag, full product list to be revealed this week 4. DayNa Decker 'Posy' Chandel Candle $24 for 3oz size // 5 Topshop necklace $28 // 6. F21 Striped Dress $24.80// Provence Perfume Bottle $18//  PB Nesting Bowls  $19.99 ea

Audrey in Rome This New book captures Audrey in her favorite place and is another must have coffee table book for her fans

L'Occitane Set Pamper your Mom or yourself with France's favorite, love the cute bag that is included

GlossyBox Limited Edition Mother's Day Box I will be ordering two of these boxes (one for me and one for my Mom) and they always include full size products

DayNa Decker 'Posy' Chandel Candle Feminine and floral without being too heavy

TopShop Necklace Unexpected glamour to add a trendier style to her wardrobe

F21 Dress This Kate Spade look-a-like would be make a nice "pre-Mother's Day" gift so she can wear it next time you take her to lunch, hint, hint..

Provence Perfume Bottle Beautiful and girly to display on your dresser

Nesting Bowls Another pretty way to display and store your favorite jewelry pieces or even your keys

The contents of the Limited Edition GlossyBox is here! You get all of this for $30

Thanks for reading!

Tracy

Valentine's Day Gift Guide - Under $20

I wanted to share some Valentine's Day inspired finds, all for under $20! As I shopped the stores this past weekend, pink and hearts were on full display at many of my favorite stores. This will be the first of my Valentine themed guides, I hope you heart it ♥

Ps. Even if you aren't a fan of this "Hallmark" holiday, I dare you not to LOVE at least one item!

What's your favorite?

 Old Navy Rockstar Skinny Jeans $19.97 (reg $34.50)// Forever 21 Faceted Heart Bracelet $10.80 (sold out online)// Fortune Telling 'Book of Love' $9.95// Eiffel Tower Ring Dish $12, it's tiny and adorable in person// Ariella Heart Ring $18// F21 Cutout Hearts Belt $3.80// F21 Sequined Heart Sweater $19.80// Hey Foxy Valentine Card $8 I had to include this handmade card when I saw it at Anthropologie.

I just saw this adorable heart blouse and had to share

  F21 Heart Print Georgette Blouse $17.80

Thanks for reading!

Tracy

{Gift Guide under $30}

Here are a few Gift Ideas for the Glam Girl to help finish up your holiday shopping ♥

1. Paris : An Inspiring Tour of the City’s Creative Heart  $17.65// If I can't go to Paris, I'll take this! 2. Candies Quilted Cross Body Handbag $16 (reg $40) Also in Black. 3. Metal Cuff Bow Bracelet $10 This is a steal!// 4. BP Metallic Dot Pouch $14 Yay, more poka-dots// 5. Chicbuds Speaker Keychain $25 Too cute not to put on the list// 6. MAC 'Making Pretty' Lipstick $28 in a pretty limited edition packaging.

{Gift Guide under $25}

Inspired by the new Audrey Hepburn coffee table book, here are a few gifts for a modern day "Audrey" girly-girl ♥  What's your favorite?
 

1. Audrey : The 60s $22.60 // 2.MOR "peach nectar" Lip Macaron Balm $10// 3. FE NY 'Epsilon' Sunglasses $22// 4. Wool Felt Cloches $8.50 (reg $16.94) // 5.  Rachel 'Bonnie J Peral' Statement Necklace $22// 6. Poodle Bank $14

 

{Men's Gift Guide}

A few small gifts for a cool guy ♥
 
 What's your favorite?
 

1.Rewind Candles $25 amazing wine scented candles made from actual wine bottles! 2. Topman Skull Watch $24 great price for coolness 3. Clinique 'Great for Him' Skincare Set $39 ($54 Value) a simple unscented skincare line. 4.Sons of Anarchy Season 4 $27.80 one of THE best shows on TV, so any season will do if he is new to the show! 5. Fossil Estate Embossed Leather Sunglass Case $30 6. Car Box $16.50 a little storage bling for the desk