HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE: The Best Makeup Value Sets (High-End)

Hey guys! I wanted to share with you the first of a series of Holiday Gift Idea posts. I decided to do this one early because some of these value sets and holiday sets will go out of stock soon! These are 7 great value sets and palettes that are perfect for gifts (or a splurge for yourself). These can mostly be found at Sephora or Ulta (Lorac is exclusive to Ulta and some of the other value sets are exclusive to Sephora). 

Unfortunately, they're on the high-end side of the scale, so they're a bit more expensive, but I'll be doing another holiday gift guide with more affordable value sets. That being said, you can really find some value from these - especially if you're looking to find the perfect gift!

1. Too Faced 'Le Grand Chateau' $49 (A $215 Value) - I love this because it comes with three mini palettes. There are 18 shadows total with two bronzers and a blush, plus a mini 'Better Than Sex' Mascara. I love this because the three mini palettes are great for just you or to give out individually or as a set! I love this for a gift. I got one of the holiday palettes from Too Faced last year and have used it religiously. 
2. NARS X Steven Klein 'One Shocking Moment' Cheek Palette  $69 (A $165 Value) - I love this as a gift because it combines some of the best NARS products in an awesome palette. First off, you get a Laguna bronzer (which I love) and then 4 blushes and 2 contouring shades. This is such a good deal and it's an awesome collaboration.
3. Becca X Jaclyn Hill 'Champagne Glow' Palette $34 - I love this palette because I love Becca highlighters and I really love the Jaclyn Hill collaboration of 'Champagne Pop' which is such a beautiful shimmery soft white gold. This combines that lovely highlight with two more pressed shades.
4. Tarte 'Light of the Party' Collector's Makeup Case $59 (A $394 Value) - Okay, I've been talking about this for awhile now and it's because it's amazing. It comes with 30 eyeshadows (24 of which are new) and a blush, bronzer, and highlight - plus a mini 'Better Than Sex' mascara. This is a palette that's worth $394 dollars and I think it's a steal at $59! This is such a great gift idea or something to splurge on for yourself.
5. Lorac Mega Pro Palette 2 $59 - This blog is no stranger to love for the Lorac Pro Palettes because they're such great quality and I continue to go back to using those shadows over and over again
6. Hourglass Ambient Lighting Edit $80 (A $132 Value) - I put this on the list because it's something I desperately want. Hourglass Ambient Lighting Powders are expensive, but so beautiful. A palette with 6 different shades is the dream.
7. Marc Jacobs 'The Sofia: Five Piece Lip Creme Collection' $45 - I love this set of lipsticks because not only are Marc Jacobs lipsticks amazing, but this is a great deal for five of them. You can even separate the 5 and give them out as gifts!

What are your favorite Holiday value sets? 

xo Emily

Holiday Gift Guide 2014: Under $100

1. A beautiful embellished mirror, like this one from Anthropologie, is a great gift for any young adult with a new home or dorm! {$98}
2. A full box set of a television show is a really great gift for the TV enthusiast in your life. I received the Friends box set a few years ago and it's one of my most valued gifts, especially because Friends will probably never come on Netflix {$80}
3. A cute jacket, like this one from Topshop, has been on my Christmas list for awhile. It's easy to dress up or down and can become a staple in your wardrobe {$80}
4. Last year, I got a Kindle for Christmas and it was one of the best gifts, ever. It's so much more convenient than carrying around multiple books and there are so many free books available at the Kindle Store as well! {$79}
5. Keds has recently teamed up with Kate Spade and it's basically the best thing ever. I love love love these sparkly sneakers for the Holiday season and I think it'd be a great gift for anyone (I want them!) {$80}
6. Dresses are my favorite thing to buy and I've been obsessed with Oasis lately. They have such a huge variety of items and I've already bought too much from here. It's good quality and so cute, especially this pretty Floral Dress {$62}
7. Little Studs are my favorite pieces of jewelry to wear and I think these Sun and Moon earrings are incredibly cute and dainty! {$95}
8. I think Rebecca Minkoff, like Kate Spade, makes some of the best purses for a budget and this little Leo Clutch would be an amazing edition to your collection or the perfect starting out clutch! {$95}
9. If you know someone, or you yourself, is getting into makeup and wants to try out a variety of different products, this Sephora Superstar Favorites Kit is an absolute must-buy. It has all the best high-end products and it's a fourth of what it would cost you normally. {$75}
10. I love Sunglasses and these Tortoise ones by Crap Eyewear are super cute and funky! {$56}

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I hope this inspired some of your gift-giving or wish lists (I know I want all of these that I don't have!)

xo Emily 

Holiday Gift Guide 2014: Under $50

1. A cute makeup bag for the beauty lover in your life {$45}
2. A versatile hat, perfect for dressing up during the holidays {$42}
3. The Anastasia Contour Kit, a must-have for contouring and highlighting. It's everything you need in one little palette {$40}
4. Fun personalized pillows, a great gift for friends or family wanting to spruce up their homes, dorms, or apartments {$34}
5. An external charger, one that'll power up your phone or other electronic device on the go, which is great gift for anyone {$30}
6. Cool coasters. I love these state themed ones, which are great personalized gift {$35}
7. Settlers of Catan, or any game that'll unite the whole family, this one is a favorite because it's a great game that makes you think {$40}
8. Cute ankle boots that'll go with absolutely everything {$50}
9. Coffee table books, like this one about my favorite macaron place, Laduree. These type of gifts can be found at almost any book store and you can find a specific one for any of your friends or family {$33}
10. A great backpack

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xo Emily

Holiday Gift Guide: Under $25

1. A cute monogrammed mug {$18}
2. A great 'Your Lips But Better' lipstick, perfect for the beauty addict in your life (like me!) {$19}
3. A cute journal, a great gift idea as we head into the new year (and it's Kate Spade!) {$24}
4. Warm velvet earmuffs for the cold season {$24}
5. A cool homemade phone case from etsy. This one's Banksy's 'Lovesick'. {$15}
6. Stackable bracelets {$24}
7. A super warm and fun scarf, I love this one with cute deer on it! {$13}
8. Pretty sneakers, these from H&M are totally festive and practical! {$25}
9. A funky sweater, I love this one from Blackfive {$25}
10. Tech knit gloves, so you can text and use your phone when it's cold! {$14}

♡

xo Emily