Last Minute Gift Guide for Her

Tis the season to decorate Christmas trees, build snowmen and for GIVING! If you need a last minute present for your bestie, sister or daughter, look no further. Today's post is about two safe last minute gifts: jewelry and cosmetics!

The first category we are going to discuss is a lady necessity, Jewelry. Let's be honest here, jewelry is always a safe last minute go-to gift. 

One popular trend lately is stacking jewelry; whether it is rings, necklaces, or my favorite-bracelets, stacking jewelry is an instant way to make a statement. 

ALEX AND ANI bangles are the perfect way to embrace this jewelry trend. Alex and Ani make great stocking stuffers because each bracelet has a meaning and contains an inspirational message. Forewarning though, once you purchase one, you will want 40 (no lie). 

My favorites?

Quill Feather Wrap -$58 {not all are this expensive, but I love it}

Born to Be Something Charm Bracelet- $28 {see told you, this one is way more affordable}

Completely Blessed Bangle- $28

Look how cute they look stacked: 

Alex and Ani have sorority, initial, birthstone and team bangles as well. They have so many different ones that you have to check it out yourself! Look on the website to see if a retailer near you carries Alex and Ani, you might be surprised. 

Okay, moving on...another fabulous gift idea for any woman is a state love ring. You can go for the state they grew up in, fell in love in, got their first job in...whatever the reason might be. DreamingTreeCreation on Etsy can make any state and each ring comes with a heart (hence the love).

Boho inspired jewelry is all the rage lately and a Gold Arrowhead necklace is a prime way to incorporate boho accents into your collection. ONLY $12.

Next category: Beauty

First I want to discuss a new holy grail foundation that I have discovered, BARE SKIN Brightening Foundation by Bare Minerals. You can purchase it at any beauty retailer such as Ulta, Sephora etc. If you buy this for a beauty lover make sure you also get the brush. They will love this foundation because the finish is dewy and bright, hence "brightening" in the name.

Up next is the perfect holiday eyeshadow palette by Smashbox-
Mini Full Exposure Palette, $22. A make up lover is bound to love this palette because it contains 4 beautiful neutrals and 4 complimenting shimmer shadows.

Now let's talk about eyeliner, which is a necessity to most beauty gurus. Urban Decay 24/7 eyeliner is top of the spectrum, but tends to be more on the pricy side (when individually purchased). Well try getting ten 24/7 Glide On eyeliner pencils for the price of 5?! That's right, only available online at Ulta for only $58, you get 10 colorful eyeliners in the UD Glide On Pencil Set. If your beauty lover likes to experiment with color, this gift is a win-win.

Lastly, if your beauty lover is also a manicure enthusiast then a Gel Top Coat polish or a Professional LED Light will be the cherry on top of her Christmas.

Which last minute gift appeals to you?! Comment below!

Boudoir Eyes + Traveling

If you follow me on Instagram you know that I have been planning a trip to Florida for a while.  One of my most asked questions is what make up do I take while traveling? I decided to answer the question in a blog post! This post is also to give you a good look at Too Faced’s new eyeshadow Palette: Boudoir Eyes. The palette, bag, and most of the products pictured will be linked at the bottom of the post. A little overview of the products inside of the bag, or the main ones that I consider my ‘holy grail’ make up products while traveling (or in general, really). Have you tried Sephora’s eye makeup remover? It’s amazing.How about a close up of the Boudoir Eyes palette by Too Faced? As you can see, the palette comes with a How-To Glamour guide that shows you how to complete three different looks, in only three steps!You want an even closer view so you can see the names of the each individual shadow? No problem.I think Sugar Walls and Lap Dance are my favorite shadows so far; the names are so riskay! 

How fabulous is this Laura Geller Blush n Brighten in Berry? It is my favorite at the moment. Along with this NYX Lip Smacking Fun Colors lipstick in the shade LSS505A SHIVA. I know I mentioned this ZOYA polish in the shade Mason before, but I am really loving it this month with the blush; it is the perfect combo!

Shop my make up bag:

Too Faced Boudoir Eyes Palette

Benefit Booing Concealer

Lancome Foundation

Bare Minerals High Shine Eyecolor

NYX Lip Color

Maybelline Color Tattoo (2)

Waterliner from Michelle Phan’s line em

Laura Geller Blush [similar]

Sephora Eye Makeup Remover

ZOYA Nail polish

Initial’s Inc. Make Up Bag

What are your favorite makeup products to travel with? Leave responses below!

Note: The giveaway is cancelled due to low response and the fact that rafflecopter messed up my entire blog and I could not figure it out for days.

Also, don’t forget to use promotional code FALLMOM10 at Kohl’s to receive 10% off your entire purchase until December 31st. You can combine this code with one other one.

Have a wonderful Tuesday!