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Holiday Gift Guide 2018: Hostess Gifts

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hostess gift ideas 2018

Holiday hostess gifts from top left: nut gift box / holiday themed shower gel gift set / hot cocoa topping snow man / Nest candle gift / BBQ sauce gift set / Nest gift set / Sugarfina holiday themed bento box gift set /

‘Tis the season! While you may not be shopping for gifts just yet, you might be organizing your calendar which is quickly filling up with holiday party invites!

There is no reason to be basic and bring a bottle of wine to every event you attend at someone’s house. Oftentimes, a hostess may not drink alcohol, or may be overwhelmed by the number of wine bottles he or she received during the holiday season. Why not be original and give a fabulous hostess gift that no-one else has thought of! Love that!!

This season, think about your hostess and what he or she enjoys most. Does your host enjoy BBQ? Have a sweet tooth? Love a scented home? These are all fun gifts you can give to your host this holiday party season.

Shop holiday hostess gifts under $100:

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Now that you know what to get the hostess with the mostess this holiday season, you’re ready to celebrate!

Have a fabulous holiday party season, and stay fabulous 😉

XOXO

Cathy

Estee Lauder Beautiful Belle eau de parfum review

 in Beauty / Fragrance  tagged estee lauder / floriental / fragrance reviews / Holiday Gift Guide 2018 / holiday gift ideas / spicy floral / woody floral by

pictured: Estee Lauder Beautiful Belle EDP c/o Estee Lauder /

Looking for that perfect fragrance to wear on your next date? Perhaps you need the ideal scent for a wedding; maybe even your wedding?! Well, Estee Lauder has a fabulous new fragrance aptly named “Beautiful Belle.” This floral oriental fragrance was created with a carefree, rule breaking, modern woman in mind who is hopelessly romantic. That’s you right? Of course it is! It’s also the ideal fragrance for a bride, to wear out on a night on the town, or anytime you are in a romantic mood. Love it!

Top notes: Lychee, Rose Petals, Mimosa

Heart/Middle notes: Orange Flower, Gardenia, Tuberose

Base notes: Orris Root, Blush Suede Accord, Marzipan Musk, Ambrox

Isn’t that a fabulous combination of notes? I love fragrances with rose petals, orange flowers, and musk. Musk is one of my favorite base notes, it’s always so smooth and warm! It really creates a beautiful balance in this fragrance. Estee Lauder combines warm top and middle notes with traditionally oriental and woody base notes, which when combined, offer a floriental fragrance experience that lasts throughout the day. Love!

The fragrance experience offers medium complexity which allows you to smell the base notes as the floral fades throughout the day. This allows Estee Lauder Beautiful Belle edp to offer a warm fragrance experience which is ideal in moderate to cool weather. This scent is perfect for fall, winter, and spring temperatures! Since Estee Lauder Beautiful Belle edp offers a medium strength fragrance trail, it can be worn to the office with one spray, and 2-3 sprays on date night, for a wedding, casual days, weekends, and any special event. The edp is long lasting, and will remain active from morning until bedtime. Love that!

Estee Lauder Beautiful Belle edp also will make a fabulous gift for someone you love; especially that bride-to-be on your list! Of course, why not snap up a bottle for yourself? I’m finding myself wearing it on a daily basis. This is a beautiful fragrance!

Shop Estee Lauder Beautiful Belle edp online:

What are your favorite types of fragrances this time of year?

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

Personalized jewelry made in the USA by Messages in Metal

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pictured: personalized necklace c/o Messages in Metal /

There is nothing more fabulous than personalized jewelry. It is incredible to have a special piece of jewelry which bears something personal; whether it be initials, a name,  a date, an event, or something near and dear to your heart. When I heard about Messages in Metal based in Montana, I was thrilled! Here is a company that makes personalized jewelry made in the USA. Love!

Messages in Metal creates a wide variety of jewelry which you can personalize for yourself, or as a gift. They have so many different options to choose from! It’s like being a kid in a candy store! I love the name necklaces, the vintage designs, and the family collection.

I chose to have a necklace created with the names of my three kids. Alongside their name, is their birthstone. It’s an incredibly special necklace I know I will cherish for years to come. I’m also a sucker for bold pieces, so the Tranquility necklace was right up my alley. I love how it’s a bold piece which is eye catching, yet also has a special place in my heart since it reflects the names of my children.

One of the fabulous things I love about Messages in Metal is that they are speedy! I received the necklace roughly a week after ordering it. This is because they are made right here in the USA; more specifically, they are made in Montana! You don’t have to worry about waiting weeks for your jewelry from some factory oversees. It is made right here in the states! Love that!

I love the high quality jewelry Messages in Metal creates. Plus, the prices are really good! You will find most of their jewelry is priced under $100. Love!

To see the entire collection, please visit MessagesInMetal.com.

Thanks for stopping by!

XOXO

Cathy

*sponsored by Messages in Metal, all thoughts and opinions are my own

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