I told you last year how stockings are the biggest deal in the Downing household. I’ve picked up a few things already, but collecting those bits and baubles for my family is so much fun! This year for friend gift exchanges, why not try putting together a little stocking rather than one big gift? I find that tiny surprises can be the most fun! And all of these gifts are Secret Santa approved under $25!
- Remember when you were a kid and socks were, like, the worst Christmas present ever? NO LONGER! Get these Doughnut Socks 20% off with the code thecarolove20.
- I love a good dupe. These earrings look so much like Kate Spade but they’re under $10!
- A chronic ruiner of sunnies, I can’t help but love the fact that the Marina shades are budget friendly for when I inevitably step on or scratch them.
- Anyone else use over-ear headphones as earmuffs?
- My friends and I are, for the most part, a little extra and would at least try this rainbow highlighter (I know I would).
- I have no idea how this works but this lip gloss is so pretty and apparently the color changes depending on who’s wearing it!
- I actually have quite the collection of ornaments and I could have a whole box of baubles inspired by sweet treats like these Kurt S Adler Xmas Claydough Macaroon Ornaments.
- I’m such a sucker for mixing metals and, actually, the rose gold ring in this set of three rings is the style I want for my wedding ring!
- Bring the sparkle and stay cozy with this Mixit Jeweled Pom Beanie And Glove 2-pc. Cold Weather Set.
- I like the idea of a perfume bar because it won’t spill in your travels. Plus I mean how stinkin’ cute?
- I honestly think if I HAD to pick a favorite color, Candy Shop by Deborah Lippmann would be it.
- Fun fact: instead of using a wallet I just usually carry a change purse attached to my keys with my ID and important cards in it.
- For the friend who is always losing her keys, a big ole fluffy key chain should do the trick.
- Kendall and I had concert ticket save the dates for our wedding. Along with that theme, loving the Kate Spade New York Women’s Admit It iPhone 6 Case.
- Can totally vouch that Sugarfina Baby Champagne Bears are SUHGOOD!
- The best part of the Old Dutch DuraCopper Heart Hip Flask Set is that it allows you to be classy while still doing shots.
- Anyone else adore milky pens when they were younger? These gel pens are for the girls with the planners that want to take them to the next level.
- I don’t think one can possibly have too many little treat trays.
- Coffee is awesome but merlot flavored coffee is in another stratosphere! I mean how perfectly cozy does a cup of that sound on a Sunday?
- Keep your favorite gal hydrated in a glam and eco-friendly way with a Kate Spade New York Glitter 16-Ounce Glass Water Bottle.
- I dare you to tell me that the description for this candle isn’t scrumptious: Prosecco Rose contains notes of brut rose champagne, chilled and poured over cassis berries and edible white rose petals.
- Totally fangirled over this Moonrise Kingdom journal. Anyone else catch this adorable Wes Anderson flick?
- A fashion dictionary would be the sweetest gift for your chic chick.
- A fitting tribute to all things British, this Royal Albert mug features the girly Cheeky Pink pattern in a Union Jacket design.