glam·our (noun)

the quality of fascinating, alluring, or attracting, especially by acombination of charm and good looks.

This season I’m dreaming of bright lipstick, heels, glitter, and jewels. I cannot deny, I love glamorous things. What girl doesn’t? The problem here is, we all know that glamorous things rarely fit into our budget.

So while everyone is preparing their holiday gift guides, I’m creating a glam gift list prepared with love and pizazz for those on a budget but still craving the most fascinating gifts.

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1. A Good Read

I adore a good coffee table book, especially “Chanel”. Most of my current books are collector’s items, but here are a few inexpensive Chanel books I found and recommend: Chanel Her Life, The Gospel According to Coco Chanel, The Fashion Coloring Book.

  2. 50 Shades of Lipstick

This season, a good lip color is all the rage. I’ve found a few must try shades and I am sharing them here: Lola Material Girl, Beauty Bar Burgundy, House of Exposure Helmet Red. 

 3. Pumps for Days

Shoes are always, always a girl’s best friend. I know that’s not how the saying goes, but nothing is more glamours than a new pair of shoes for a night out on the town. Here are a few of my budget-friendly faves: Target Ankle Strap Red Heels, DSW Silver Pump, DSW Leopard, Macy’s Peep Toe.

4. A Little Touch of Bling

Statement jewelry is super glam right now. I love dark gems, bold earrings, and jewel toned rings. Here’s a few bling ideas: Kate Spade Studs, Sapphire Oval Earrings, Dorothy Perkins Rings, Max & Chloe Stackable Bracelets.

5. Personalized Notes

Monogram everything is my motto, but I especially love a monogram note card for thank you cards, invitations, and holiday cards. Find a few similar ideas here: Paper Culture, Neiman Marcus, Kate Spade. (Also make sure you check out Etsy!)

6. It’s All In The Bag

Complete any outfit with a good bag. I love small, easy to carry clutches this season. Designers have also begun to add small adornments and glamourous accents to their bag designs. Here are some good picks: Oasap Embellished Bag, Vintage Fold Over, Contrast Color Clutch, 3 Layered Clutch.

7. Sparkles Galore

Nail polish this season is a representation of style, personality, and so much more. We already know that sparkles are on the rise, and that I’m addicted to Essie. So here are a few favorites I’d love to share: Essie Luxe, Leading Lady, Good as Gold, Beyond Cozy, A Cut Above.

8. Just, VOGUE

I adore anything Vogue related. I love it all, whether it be canvas wall art, a year supply of magazines and a life-long subscription to their email blasts, or even a Vogue table decoration. Here are a few glam Vogue gifts: Vogue Art Piece, Paris Vogue Covers, In Vogue, Vogue the Editor’s Eye.

9. A Cup Of Joe

One of my all-time favorite gifts is a Starbucks gift card. Or, you can now buy Starbucks for your home coffee maker. Glamour sometimes needs a little assistance called caffeine, and what better way to get it than at Starbucks?!? Here’s a few Starbucks goodies: Starbucks Verona, Pike Place Roast, $25 to Starbucks.

10. Pamper Yourself

A girl loves to feel pretty. Make up, and beauty accessories are uber-glamorous and here are a few gift ideas I recommend: Leopard Brushes, Sephora Organizer, Beauty Bar Lashes, Blinc Mascara, Ulta Power Bronzer, DDF Eye Cream.