All posts tagged: christmas

What to Buy The Special Men on Your Holiday List This Year

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I am not sure if it is just me, but men are hard to shop for. Nothing says I love you like a boring tie, or a pair of socks. With this gift guide, I really tried to find items that are special. This year, gift him something he won’t want to return! Mantry For the Foodie Mantry is a food subscription service that curates 6 food products every two months from top American food artisans. Each box fits a particular theme, ie. Bourbon BBQ, and Mantry shows you how to cook and entertain with the new goods. King and Stone For the Shoe Gamer For only $25/month your guy can select a new pair of shoes every season. King and Stone has a good range of sneakers, oxfords, and casual slip ons. Perfect for any style. Smart Phone Sanitizer For the Clean Freak I think this is genius. There’s so much gunk on our screens from the oils on our skin that we can’t even see. According to a study, a cell phone has 18x …

3 Holiday Gift Suggestions That I Tested Myself

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Hips-Sister | For the Workout Woman Created by a woman who wanted to design an alternative to the dreaded fanny pack, Hips-sister is a fashionable and functional belt that you can slip over your hips and store your phone, keys, money, earphones, etc. when you workout.  I think this is a genius idea. There’s been times where I didn’t have pockets to keep my phone or keys in, but I wanted to go for a run on the campus track. I didn’t feel comfortable leaving it on the bleachers where I wouldn’t be able to keep an eye on it, so I awkwardly held everything in my hand, or in my bra. Thankfully, Hips-sister is a much better alternative. I can be hands free when I run without having to worry about anything spilling out.  Hips-sister comes in three sizes, A, B, and C ranging from a size 2-24. They have plenty of fabric choices and colors so you can express yourself in your own unique way. Best of all, they’re very inexpensive, averaging at $25. …

Winter Holiday Outfits For Any Occassion

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Looking for style inspiration for your next holiday party? What about that blockbuster holiday film you’re going to? Or New Year’s Eve? We’ve got you covered for any occasion this merry season. If for some reason you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, email me at InexpensiveChic@gmail.com for a one-on-one style consultation. Just put in the subject line: Holiday Style Consultation. For a Party… Click to Shop  Velvet and lace are great materials around this time of year, you’ll look festive without bringing out your Christmas sweater. For a Gift Exchange… Click to Shop    At a gift exchange you want to me cute and comfortable, but still in the spirit of the holidays. Why not pair a stretchy bell bottom pant, with a sparkly top and a faux fur jacket for more warmth. Don’t forget your gift! For Ice Skating… Click to Shop  Ice skating is always a must! Layer up with a turtleneck, scarf, ear warmer, and gloves.   For a Holiday Blockbuster Film… Click to Shop  Kick up your feet (if …

15 Super Unique Gifts You’ll Love to Give and They’ll Love to Receive

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Gift giving can be hard, especially around the winter holidays, the biggest gift-giving time of the year! Often times we get stuck in a rut giving the same sweaters, monogrammed jewelry, and box of chocolates. This repetition is not particularly exciting for us, and trust me, the same goes for the receiver. So why not switch things up this year? Take a look at 15 super unique gifts that will make both of you happy. Cabled Cup Cozy from Grace and Lace $14.95 Whether your drink is hot or cold, use a cozy to keep the heat or moisture off your fingers. 2. A pair of Stunna Shades from Gypsy Warrior $38  Sunglasses are needed year round. These pair are perfect for the fashionista in your life.  3. Body Scrub from Jewel Scent $27.95 A delicate blend of green and chamomile tea, this body scrub brightens and rejuvenates the skin.  With 50 five star reviews on this product as shown on their website, this sure is a hit. 4. Smartphone Charging Purse  from Classic Hostess …

The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide

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It’s that time of year! Thanksgiving is over and we’re headed straight for the Winter Holidays. The earlier you begin thinking about what gifts you’ll give this year, the better. No one likes last-minute shopping. Below are some ideas for everyone on your list. Make sure you read all the way through for special discounts and a Gift-a-Away prize. Print this out, share it on your social media, etc. and let’s get ready for the Happiest Time of the Year! *Click the images to enlarge, view the slideshow, and shop the links.  For Those Who Like All Things Beauty and Fragrance… For The Fashionistas/os… Use the Code CM20 on Cyber Monday, November 30, for 20% off Redbubble products (the graphic print scarf).  For Those Who Are Crafty… For Those Who Like to Read… GIFT-AWAY Enter to Win Both “The Art of Fashion Illustration” and “The Language of Fashion Design” All you have to do is share this Gift Guide on Your Social Media. If you copy/paste the link on Twitter: Counts as 1 entry  If you post your …

I Decided to Leave the House Today, Here’s What I Wore

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I can’t even remember the last time I left the house. This makes me sound like I am depressed. I am not depressed. These past few days have been filled with holiday cheer, unhealthy amounts of time watching TV, and cleaning the house to prepare for guests. Who needs to leave the house for those things?? I realized I was missing the act of getting dressed up. By the third day of wearing the same pajamas, I was ready for real clothes, especially some of the new pieces I got for Christmas! It was time to leave the nest. I really wanted to wear my new boots from my parents, so I paired them with over-the-knee socks and a cozy scarf my brother bought me. This cross body bag from my dad accented the outfit perfectly. I finished the look off with a silver watch I stole from my dad years ago, and a bracelet my aunt gave me (the bracelet came with interchangeable wrist bands). And… Wa la! My first real outfit in days! What do …

How to Make Your College Room Feel Like Home During the Holidays

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The holidays are coming and for those who love bling and glitter in their decor, it’s a happy time of year. Tis the season to be sparkly and even if you aren’t going home for the Christmas break, there are ways to pretty-up your college room so you don’t feel you’re missing out on any homespun holiday fun. So how do you jolly-up a drab college room? For an instant brightening of mood, string fairy lights around the place. They come in all shapes, sizes and colors these days, so decide on a theme then follow it through with lights that sparkle and shimmer. Twinkling lights suspended from the ceiling, trailing down walls like waterfalls, wrapped around bedposts, framing windows, mirrors and pictures, coiled around pillars or simply glowing through sheer muslin drapes, will introduce instant magic into any room. In small rooms, themes limited to one or two colors work best. Silver and white schemes give a winter wonderland atmosphere and you will find plenty of lights, tinsels and Christmas trees in these shades …

What to Wear For the Holidays | A Guidebook

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The run up to the festive season is fraught with choosing Christmas presents for friends and family, sending cards and wrapping. So time and budgets are tight. But, you can find outfits to take you through the holidays, even if your purse is feeling a bit light. Katie from delightso.me shares her favourite outfits to take you through the festive season. The office party Dressing for the office party can be tricky. It’s your chance to show your colleagues a sense of style you might not be able to exhibit in the office. But, you still want to give off an air of professionalism, rather than all-out sex appeal – unless, of course, you’re hoping to impress the cute guy from accounts. There’s no need to go for a LBD like everyone else though. Leather has been all over the catwalks for the A/W season and this leather-look skirt gives the same look for a fraction of the price. You could team it with a simple cami top, then add the wow factor with a chunky …

Stylish Holiday Gifts For Everyone on Your List

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I cannot believe the holidays are already here! Time flies. I love this time of year… spending time with the family, overeating, and of course GIFTS. While it’s fun to receive them, my favorite part is to give them (I’ve been told I am a great gift giver!). I’ve put together a list of items that could make great prezzies for someone on your list. They’re all affordable and better yet– stylish! So click on the first picture, and go through the slideshow. Let me know which presents stood out to you in particular. This is a sponsored post.