Winter Skin Savers

( Via: Dermstore )

As the thermometer plummets and the snow begins to fall, we begin to Winterize our lives with warm clothing, shovels, and comfort foods. It is important not to forget our skin, the biggest organ of the body. Today's round up includes award winners, my faves, and a few that are on my beauty bucket list. Any one of them would make a great gift, too.

HERE: Eight Skin Savers

Farmacy Beauty 
Oh Honey! I am currently using these two products now.  There are not enough words to describe how I love the Honey Potion Renewing Antioxidant Hydration Mask! It evens the texture of my skin, and the softness factor is off the chart after using it. 
Honey Savior is saving my elbows and feet this Fall. "It contains a combination of honey, amino acid-rich royal jelly to nourish the skin, and propolis, a natural antiseptic found in beehives." Both products are powered by Echinacea GreenEnvy. I keep it on the bedside table. I love both products. They both work! 

Honey Potion Hydration Mask
Honey Savior 

Bobbi Brown Soothing Cleansing Oil
I am currently using a deluxe sample of this, and I am loving it. The oil does an amazing job of taking off even waterproof eye makeup. It is not messy, nor is it too oily. I do not have dry skin, and it is not too much for my normal complexion. It feels rather indulgent, and I am sold on it.
Nordstrom    

Frankincense Essential Oil
I am beginning to get acquainted with Essential Oils. Frankincense is what I purchased first. So far it has healed sore gums, took away a cold sore, and tamed a middle of the night coughing fit. I am a believer. The oil has been revered by holistic healers for centuries. Just think of The Three Kings! I am intrigued by Tammy Fender's Anti Aging Treatment, which features Frankincense. Read all about it on Dermstore's blog. Click the link below and then click "Expert Advice" for the article.
Dermstore.

ExfoliKate

More than any other season, Winter calls for exfoliation. You simply must get rid of the dry dead skin. There are many products that I do like, but Kate's is my favorite. I am not alone as this product has won the QVC Customer Choice Beauty Award for Best Exfoliator for an incredible 6 years in a row. Find it at QVC or

Kate Somerville 

Creme De Corps

A rich, non-greasy, hydrating body moisturizer that I have used for years. I absolutely love this product and the slight glow it gives to your moisturized skin.

Kiehl's

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diptyque Precious Oils for Body and Bath
Lucky me! I have had a sample of this precious oil that was the winner of Allure Magazine's "Best of Beauty" Award for Best Bath Product. It elevated my every day bubble bath to real spa experience. I loved the light scent of sweet almond. This time of year the addition of oils to skincare is important.
Nordstrom 

Josie Maran Argon Oil
If you watch QVC, you undoubtedly have seen this beauty and super model, talk about her Argon Oil. It is a 100% organic, chemical-free gift from nature. More and more chemical free is becoming important to me. This organically grow liquid gold is harvested and processed by women who support themselves and their families. "Health, beauty, and women empowering themselves: that's the essence of Josie Maran Cosmetics. 
QVC 

Deborah Lippmann Rich Girl Hand Cream
Try as we might, we just can't get our hands to stop talking. And how they look, speaks volumes about our age. I have wanted to try this product ever since I saw Deborah, celebrity manicurist and founder of her brand, on HSN demonstrating it. And today I found it in a beauty edit of best hand creams on Vogue. It is the winner of Health Magazine's Healthiest Hand Cream, as voted by leading dermatologists
Neiman Marcus



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P.S. Taking a break on Wednesday to Celebrate the birthday of "Mr. Shop This" today. Giving the gift of time this year. :)

Gifts With Person-al-ity!

( Via: Moon and Lola Facebook )

Today we are getting personal, in the best possible way. Thinking of someone with a gift, big or small, is always nice. Taking the time to add their name or initials, is especially thoughtful. This type of gifting can not wait until the last minute. If you want extra points this year, do not delay. Shop these letter perfect picks for Men, Women, and Children.

~ For Her ~

Moon and Lola 
A good key accessory has to be big enough to find in her bag, and fun enough to want to carry in her hand. This Patterned Script Monogram style fits the bill! Add the brightly colored fringe charm and you are done!
Swoozies 

Personalized Name Rings
A charming little ring that girls of all ages would love. In fact, it is available in sizes 00 - 16 and made with sterling silver, 18K gold plated and rose gold plated. It's priced perfectly to buy in multiples for everyone on your list
Grace Personalized at Etsy 

Monogrammed UGGS

Some girls just can't get enough of these warm and cozy boots. If she already has a pair, but would love a different color or style, pick one and have it monogrammed! No one else will have them....guaranteed!
Neiman Marcus  

Shopping Girl Personalized Notepad Set
This set was made for shoppers like Me! Who couldn't use this? Perfect for taking notes as you shop online.
Neiman Marcus 

Kate Spade New York Personalized Bags
When it comes to gifting, Jourdan Dunn and Kate Spade invite you to give a gift with a twist. Make a great bag better with a monogram, a special charm, a clever phrase and more. It's a fun process. Go ahead, give her a gift with person-al-ity!
Kate Spade 

Lulu Frost Plaza Collection
This collection features numbers and letters inspired by New York City's iconic hotel, The Plaza. I have always wanted a piece, like the "1" bracelet. Pick pearls in black or white, or beautiful bronze or brass. This collection is hip with a capital H!
Lulu Frost

~ For The Kids ~ 

Leather Edition Good Night Moon

Sweet dreams are made of this. Now the iconic bedtime story is bound by hand in luxe leather and personalized (if you wish). It's the perfect book for the end of the day, and now will last forever. Give a keepsake.
Graphic Image   

Personalized Super Hero Cape Set
We raise our children to believe they can do anything. Now they can dress the part. Super Girls will love it, too. Other super shades available. So much fun!
Pip & Bean at Etsy

My First Anywhere Chair

These stylish seats fit toddlers to a T! The little ones will love having a chair that they can call their own. Just don't use it for time out! Available in a multitude of prints and colors.
Pottery Barn Kids

Candy Bow Sleeping Bag
Add some style to the slumber party. This child-chic bag is for age 3 & up. Too cute!
Land of Nod

Wild Dinosaur Sleeping Bag
The perfect place to read "Where The Wild Things Are." Your little dino-mite will sleep tight in this wild and wonderful sleeping bag.
Land Of Nod

~ For Him ~

Nylon Travel Bag Set

This set is made for jetsetting. Help your frequent flier or road warrior to stay organized when on the fly!

Mark & Graham 

Ralph Lauren Personalized Polo

If he appreciates the craftsmanship and quality of Ralph Lauren, but just is not into embroidered ponies, this shirt fits the bill. It's new with a modern fit, and made from the finest featherweight cotton.
Ralph Lauren

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Acrylic Photo Block
For his man cave or the office. He will love to show off his family in such a modern manly manner. Give the gift of a memory!
Tiny Prints

Initial Typewriter Key Cufflink

When it comes to being well dressed, black and white is always right. The bezel of these chic cuffs is sterling silver. A handsome gift at just under $100.

Barneys New York

Bryant Embossed-Leather Duffel

Oh the places he will go with this great looking bag! Customization is complimentary, of course.

Michael Kors

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Saturdays At Shop This

( Via: Inslee By Design )

Do you have your decorations up yet? Not an Elf or Santa in sight here. Still been recovering from a happy house full of guests for Thanksgiving. How about gift shopping? I am like the shoemaker without shoes.  Too busy shopping for others to do any for myself. If you still need ideas, watch carefully this week, there will be plenty! Before then, here are a few links I want to share.

Still don't know what you are wearing to the Holiday Party? Neiman Marcus to the rescue. See their ten party perfect picks. It includes that sparkling Milly dress featured here this week.

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A shop that I happen to love, Lou & Grey, is offering 25% off select jackets. I am crazy for the Ombre Coat. Santa? By the way, did you know that 3/4 length sleeves on coats were a "thing" this season?

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Do you have a teen or young fashionista on your gift list? I know she will love anything from Juicy Couture! You'll love saving 40% on new arrivals. Code: WILD40

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Save from $20 - $50 when you spend $100 or more on the sweetest things for babies and toddlers at Giggle. Code: HOLIDAY16 Ends 12/13. 

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'Tis the season for a little indulgence. The vintage Chanel Edit at One Kings Lane, could make my Holiday dreams come true. What about you? It's all on sale.

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Without exception, one of my very favorite gifts this season for a young ( or young at heart) woman of style is Rachel Zoe's Box of Style subscription. The Winter Box has just been revealed and it is so fun! Save $20 Code: BOSAW16

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I collect ornaments, and I happen to think they make a great gift for your Holiday host or hostess.  On my radar: This be-jeweled sphere at Shop Terrain, and this  Embellished Arabesque-Shaped Ornament at Barney's. What can I say? I love a little bling on the tree.

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I enjoyed this, maybe you will, too: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Jackie Kennedy’s Wedding to JFK via Vogue

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Nordstrom's "Love" Pop Up Gift Shop is filled with interesting ideas like a Foldable Electric Scooter, A fabulous Yoga Bag, Chalkboard Gift Wrap, and many more clever choices. Check it out HERE!

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Weekend assignment: Make these DIY Elegant Almond Pinecones for your Holiday Table. They are adorable and edible!

 

Make sure you leave a little sparkle wherever you go this weekend!

XOXOXO

Deb

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Foodie Friday: Holiday Baking ~ Recipes & Gifts For Bakers

( Via ZsaZsaBellagio )

Yesterday my neighbor, Caroline, the most precious 8 year old in the land, knocked on the door asking to borrow some cookie sheets. She and her Father were in the mood to bake some Holiday cookies. It then dawned on me just how close the holidays were. If you are having company or like me, love to gift a little lov'n from your oven, there is no time like the present to get cook'n and shopping! 

HERE: 21 Sweet Treats & Fab Finds For Bakers

Easy Slice ‘n’ Bake Vanilla Bean Christmas Sugar Cookies w/Whipped Buttercream

Who doesn't love a sweet sugar cookie? Add some buttercream and they become a little slice of heaven!

Half Baked Harvest     

Chef's Selection of Seven Artisanal Sugars
Any baker worth her or his salt (sugar) would appreciate this creative gift. It is a sweet selection with flavors like Lavendar Ginger and Tangerine Thyme Bittersweet Chocolate. How special!
AHALife  

Pistachio Layer Cake
Pisttachios always remind me of the Holidays, and I can't really say why. My Mother use to make some Christmas cookie with them, I think. Anyway, this is one of the prettiest cakes I have ever seen. Don't you agree?
Sweet Paul   

Ceramic Squirrel Whisk
I'm nuts about this terrific tool! And it is less than $20
Anthropologie 

Ron's Baked Alaska
Ron is as in the iconic pastry chef, Ron Ben-Israel! So you know it must be good. We were just talking about this dessert over Thanksgiving. It really is the ultimate ending to a special meal.
Food Network    

Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Cookies
The perfect pairing of sweet and salty. It's made with Caramel Hot Chocolate mix by Ghirardelli! 
Beyond Frosting   

CookieBox
Transport your cookies safely in this handcrafted pine box. When the party is over, leave this as your Hostess gift.
Food52

Decorated Christmas Tree Cookies
Aren't these the sweetest? The non bakers will love that the main ingredient is Betty Crocker Sugar Cookie Mix & Vanilla Frosting!
Bakers Royale   

Kids Aprons
Baking is so much fun, but it can be messy. These fun fabric aprons make a lovely gift for junior pastry chefs.
Sur La Table   

Dark Chocolate Candy Cane Cookies
This classic flavor combo makes a beautiful bundle for giving.

Liv For Cake   

Artisan 5 Qt. Stand Mixer
The Ultimate gift for any baker. It's a red hot pick at a wonderful sale price that comes in 26 colors. This is a gift that bakers dream about.
Macy's 

Chocolate Peppermint Cupcakes 
{ Vegan & GF }
This one bowl recipe is "tender, vegan, and gluten free infused with peppermint oil, and topped with peppermint coconut whipped cream and all kinds of minty things."
Minimalist Baker  

Christmas Cookie Decorating Kit
Because cookies are the best gift ever.....I am so in love with this idea, and I had to share. You do most of the hard work and put all of this together for the recipient. Once your kit is done, all that is left is the fun part - the decorating of the cookies! Get the details at
Half Baked Harvest 

Ferrero Rocher Cake
As I child my Christmas stocking always had 3 or four little FR candies in it. So this recipe really brings back memories! Click link to see what this quintisential chocolate cake looks like in the inside. Chocolate perfection!
Liv For Cake  

Caramel Cranberry Nut Tart
{Vegan and GF }
Doesn't this look festive?  There are a good deal of ingredients to this recipe, like Coconut Cream and Pumpkin Puree, but that just means it is layered with flavors.
Heather Christo    

Snowflake Cookies
This recipe had me at OREO! Yes, that is the main ingredient! Sounds fun to do with the kids.
Cake Whiz  

Textured Mixing Bowl Set
These are just beautiful. I bet that the baker in your life doesn't have a set of these!
West Elm

Pink Peppermint Bark Macarons
These beauties are filled with white and dark chocolate ganache. What a beautiful treat!
How Sweet Eats

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