Spice up your holiday season!
By Kristin Granero — Written on Dec 17, 2013
Whether you're filling that special someone's stocking for the first time, or looking to hit the snooze button on snore-worthy standbys (read: gym socks, deodorant), we've rounded up a list of items sure to spice up your holiday season.
For Her:
Sephora Favorites Fragrance Rollerball Sampler for Her, $24
Picking out a perfume for someone (especially that new girl in your life) can be a personal (and often exhausting) experience. To avoid falling prey to the department store counter commission-off, opt for this sensory sampler, which comes complete with a voucher for one full-size rollerball of her choice.
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C. Wonder Cashmere Love Intarsia Gloves, $58
Spell it out with these handwritten (and pink-dipped) gloves from C. Wonder. If the sentiment doesn't keep her warm, the soft cashmere will.
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Nails Inc. London Cracker Collection, $38
This beautiful take on a classic is selling like hotcakes, and it's easy to see why. Nestled inside each "cracker" in this versatile set is another (often sparkly) surprise sure to fit all of her holiday party needs and get her through the winter blues.
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Dogeared Sterling Sliver State Necklace (New York shown), $48
Especially recommended for someone in the middle of a move, give new meaning to the term "home is where the heart is" (along with traditional jewelry options) with a state necklace from Dogeared.
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Fresh Sugar Keepsakes Set, $25
Make sure she's mistletoe-ready with this sweet set of Fresh favorites, including Sugar Lip Polish and Sugar Rose-Tinted Lip Treatment, in the form of a festive ornament. Want to add a playful touch? Tease her with a note in the stocking challenging her to find this mini treasure on the tree.
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Make Up For Ever Extravagant Glamour Set, $38
This set of sass-ified beauty staples, including Rouge Artist Intense lipstick, Aqua Eyes liner and Smoky Extravagant Mascara, oozes Hollywood glamour (and the liner is waterproof should there be any tears of joy).
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Urban Decay NAKED Illuminated Shimmering Powder for Face and Body, $29
Get her to go naked (at least as far as makeup is concerned) with this shimmery (and brand new) sensation from Urban Decay, complete with a sparkle-clad brush for touch-ups on the go.
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For Him:
Champion Men's Performance Tech Stretch Gloves, $16
Ensure your tech-savvy significant doesn't miss a "swipe" while bundled up this season with this pair of smart phone-friendly gloves (he will also have more incentive to call you).
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Edward Marc Pecan Cranberry Caramel Terrapins, $24
Satisfy the sweet tooth in your life with these cranberry-sprinkled (and dark chocolate dipped) beds of whole Texas pecans (we suggest attaching a "sharing" clause).
Satisfy the sweet tooth in your life with these cranberry-sprinkled (and dark chocolate dipped) beds of whole Texas pecans (we suggest attaching a "sharing" clause).
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H&M 3-Pack Boxer Shorts, now $7
Color meets comfort in these standard skivvies from H&M, which boast a longer shelf life than some of the other holiday-themed options out there.
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Jack Black Balm Squad Lip Quad, $25
Give your go-to lips the gift of moisturization (and sun protection) with this dream lineup of balms, featuring Natural Mint & Shea Butter, Grapefruit & Ginger, and new, limited edition Black Cherry & Pomegranate and Asian Pear & White Tea.
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Kiehl's Ultimate Man Body Scrub Soap-On-A-Rope, $15
Having trouble getting that manly man in your life to channel his soft (skin) side? Help him get a grip with this exfoliating, bran and oatmeal laced, soap-on-a-rope from Kiehl's.
kiehls.com
The Art of Shaving Starter Kit, $25
Get his shaving routine off to a smooth start with this mini set of essentials infused with botanical ingredients and 100% pure essential oils from the experts at The Art of Shaving.
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Sephora Fragrance Sampler for Him, $65
A deluxe (and man-friendly) version, this toiletry bag unzips to reveal an all-star lineup of colognes, ranging from sporty to sophisticated.
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