All I Want for Christmas...For Under $50

Here we go! As part of my "All I Want for Christmas" series, and as promised, here is the second installation with my favorite gifts under $50. I've made a lot of lists, checked them twice, and compiled some items that I think are really nice!

For the Fashionable Traveler:

Urban Outfitters Around the World Leather Watch, $34

Watches always make for great gifts but I'm especially fond of this one. It's gorgeously made, interesting, and serves as a neutral so it will match whatever outfit you put together. The watch itself is adjustable, eliminating all sizing woes, and comes in brown, black, or mahogany. It's a beautiful conversation piece that looks much more expensive than it actually is. 

For the Pretty Pretty Princess:

Alex and Ani Prism Spark Wrap Bracelet, $38

I am an Alex and Ani enthusiast. I went to college in Connecticut and these bracelets started becoming a huge hit my senior year. I love the message behind them and the meaning behind each particular bracelet. There are so many to choose from and almost all of them come in under $50. I love the charms and I own 8 bracelets myself, but I also like to draw attention to the beaded bangles because they're gorgeous. This one in particular is great because the lucite pairs well with any other bracelet she may own. I also love the meanings behind this particular bangle: fearless, festive, and forward. 

For the Perfectly Polished:

Dior Addict Lip Glow, $31

I have a love/hate relationship with lip products. Some of them look great, others make you look like a clown. This particular lip product is different than the rest because it isn't actually a color. It reacts with the natural chemistry of your lips to produce a color that is entirely your own, meaning it won't simply sit on your lips and smudge or smear off. On top of that, it's a moisturizing balm to keep your lips from chapping. Its SPF 10 to protect your lips from sun damage and can be used all year round. 

For the Penny Saver:

Kate Spade Bring to Light Coin Purse, $50

Kate Spade came out with a lot of new accessories this season and I find this item to be particularly charming. It measures at about 3.5" x 5.5" so it can perfectly slip into a purse and hold a variety of items like coins, reciepts, business cards, credit cards, etc. It also comes in black, which says "Escape the Ordinary," or pink, which says "Naughty and Nice." 

For the Not-so-much Morning Person:

Art. Lebedev Thermal Battery Mug, $35

This mug cracks me up. It will arrive completely black, but when you pour liquid over 96.8 degrees Farenheit into this mug, it activates the battery on the outside to light up all the way. The battery then loses power as the liquid goes down. Think of it as charging yourself up and your coffee is the fuel. A truly funny gift for someone like me that understand the necessity of morning caffeine. 

For the Sweet Smellers:

Diamond Candles Fresh Snow Ring Candle, $24.95

I'd have to say this is one of the most unique candle-related gifts I have ever seen. Diamond Candles are all natural soy candles that emit a high quality fragrance throughout your entire home. They have fruity, foody, classic, and holiday scents to choose from, but the fun doesn't stop there. Hidden in the candle, wrapped in a foil packet, is a ring worth either $10, $100, $1,000, or $5000. In my opinion, this completely changes the game of candles being "boring gifts." Not only do they get a great smelling home but a ring to boot!

For the Dazzling Diva:

LOFT Sequin Mesh Infinity Scarf, $44.50

Because I work in a professional environment, the dress code in my place of work is business casual. I spend a lot of time shopping at LOFT because they offer a lot of different clothing pieces that are office appropriate and send lots of promotions throughout the month. I was shopping in LOFT a few weeks ago and spotted this gorgeous infinity scarf. It is so soft and the two-tone neutrals give it a multidimensional appearance. The darker neutral is overlaid with a mesh that is decked out in sequins. And best of all, it's actually warm! A great transition piece that can be worn outside but also as a chic accessory piece for the holidays. 

For the Tech Savvy:

KB Covers USA Flag Keyboard Cover, $29.95

The outside of your laptop is decked out, why not jazz up the inside? KB Covers offers a variety of colors and designs to lay over your MacBook laptop, including an American flag, animals, flowers, colors, etc. If you are looking for something a little more technical, they also sell keyboard covers for Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, and DJing users. Learning a new language? They also sell covers in 25 different languages. Definitely a fun yet useful gift that the true techy will enjoy.

For the Beauty Queen:

Sephora Favorites Glitz & Glam Collection, $45

Sephora is the holy grail of beauty supplies. They offer full size, travel size, accessories, skin care, dental care, and more. One of my favorite things that Sephora does each year is compile several sets of best-selling products throughout the year into one and sells them in a chic travel bag. I've seen several sets on their website but this one is my own personal favorite. It comes with Urban Decay eyeshadow, Nars lipgloss, Nails, Inc. top coat nail polish, Josie Maran cheek gel, Lancome mascara, Stila concealer, Sephora false eyelashes, Too Faced lash liner, and a Sephora laser-cut metallic clutch. All that for $45! Any girl that loves her makeup will absolutely enjoy this gift. 

For the Girl Next Door:

Etsy Custom State, Hand Stamped Aluminum Necklace by TheCopperFox, $28

When my sister came home after spending 5 months studying abroad in Spain, I purchased a necklace for her with a cut-out of Spain and a heart over Granada, the city where she lived. Her reaction when she opened that gift was unforgettable. There's just something about the places we live that make a huge impact on us. This necklace is made of aluminum, cut and hand stamped with a heart over wherever you'd like, delivered with a sterling silver chain. If anyone has studied abroad or lived somewhere that has made an impact on them, I guarantee their reaction to this gift will be similar to my sister's. I've also seen others on Etsy who can make bracelets, keychains, and charms if you're looking for something other than a necklace. 

The closer it gets to Christmas, the more deals I am seeing on some of the websites I have posted, so be sure to check out what Cyber Monday has to offer! I've started compiling a third installment of this series with my favorite stocking stuffer ideas which I hope to get out to you early next week. 

Just 25 days until Christmas, can you believe it?!

xo Jessica