2012 Gift Guide

The perfect gift, in my opinion, is twofold: it is something that you know someone wants or would love , but wouldn't buy for him or herself, and something you, as a giver, would be excited to receive. That being said, gifts don't need to be huge or expensive to be great gifts. Its the little things that seem silly to spend $20, but that a person secretly really wants that are the best gifts. So, my gift guide for little luxuries this holiday season:

1. Accessories--Anthropologie Beaded Clutch// One can never have enough accessories, and this beaded clutch is so gorgeous and delicate--the perfect thing to open at any gift exchange.

2. Subscription to a favorite magazine--Instyle// This is thoughtful because it is a gift that keeps giving, and is making the recipients life easier, and cheaper! How many times do you buy a $6 magazine at the checkout in the grocery store only to think for the umpteenth time that you need to just get a subscription so you can save time and money--having someone do this for you is thoughtful and reveals the person knows you well!

3. A few luxury beauty prodcuts--Butter London CatWalk Classics// Small but luxurious beauty gifts are a great gift because they are something that people feel guilty spending the money on, but want none the less. Like Butter London-- most people don't want to spend $14 on a nail polish, but a gift set containing a few polishes is perfect.

4. Anthropologie Coasters// Hostess gift for the host who has everything? Not sure of your friend's decorating style? Need a unisex gift? Coasters! They are the perfect gift for people who entertain, or even those who don't; they add pops of color and come in so many varities. These molten rock coasters from Anthropologie are my personal favorites.

5. Luxury Candles--Volpusa Candle// Nice,luxury candles are another great gift because they remind the recipient of you every time they burn--and who doesn't want their home/room/ bathroom to smell wonderful all the time?! And a nice candle is another item others might not splurge on for themselves but you can for them!! Just make sure the scent is not too overpowering and works in any room.

6. Convient electronics-- Powermate for J.Crew extra battery pack// Something that makes anothers' life easier in some way is another wonderful gift. Have a friend whose phone is constantly dying? or forgetful? This powermate charger that comes in bright pops and fun patterns thanks to a partnership with J.Crew, is a gift that makes life simpler and looks cute doing it.

7. Travel accessories-- Kate Spade luggage tag// Not to sound repetitive, but getting those you love or want to impress small, but luxurious things is the way to go! It is a gesture that is sweet, and thoughtful, and this Kate Spade luggage tag is cute and practical-- and you will be thought of on every exotic getaway!

8. Organizational tools--Anthropologie notepad// Help those in your life get organized, or stay organized, with cute pads, pens, address books, etc. and they will be happy to make to-do lists and cross each item off!

Also, as it turns out, its not always whats on the inside thats important, so make sure your packages look extra pretty and regardless of its contents eyes will widen!
xoxo,
Alex