Faux Fur Throw: QVC [c/o] | Body Washes: QVC [c/o] | Exfoliating Sponge: QVC [c/o] | Ultra Repair Cream: QVC [c/o]
Photography by: Madison Katlin
The tree is up! The tree is up! We were going to wait until this weekend, but then our tree got delivered on Tuesday and we thought it might be nice to put it up while the election was on. And as you can see I got on a bow kick. I didn’t even buy that ribbon for the tree, but once I put up light gold ribbon the tree just looked SO white. I thought I would add a little something and 2 hours later you get the idea… haha!
I’ll share more pictures once all our holiday decor is up, but today I thought I would share a few more gifts for “her” as you cross of your Christmas list! When in doubt, I always go the pampering route. Some people can be really nerve-wracking to shop for, especially if they don’t have the same taste as you. But instead of stressing out, I try to get them something they can use to pamper themselves because let’s face it, whether we have a bohemian or preppy style, we all have to bathe, shower and take good self care! 🙂
A few months back I partnered with QVC to share one of their beauty boxes and y’all told me how much you loved them! Growing up my mom always got my sister and I beauty gift sets for Christmas from QVC so it was really sweet to know some of my readers shared the same traditions and sentiments. Plus, y’all loved that you can get some of my favorite brands like GLAMboxes for less!
Today I’m excited and honored to partner with them again to share a few favorite pampering gifts for any girl in an array of affordable options!
First up, let’s talk body wash because that’s a gift that any girl loves. I’ve probably harped on it a bit too much, but my mom always gifts my sister and I Philosophy body washes. This little set comes with 6-full size shower gels so you could get this, wrap it in a bow and gift to 6 different girls and be done with all your girlfriends.
Another skincare option is the First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Creams. If you follow me on Snapchat, I’ve shared these over the years and always keep a tub in my medicine cabinet. This stuff fixes ANYTHING from patchy skin post blemish to eczema that flares up in the winter. Paul and I both have really sensitive skin and we joke this is like our “Windex” from My Big Fat Greek Wedding because we put it on anything and it helps clear up any issue. These options are scented for the holidays and come in a set of 4 that you could break up and divide or gift together!
Or maybe your girlfriend loves to have skin that glows! If that’s the case, I love these Julep Charcoal Body Konjac Sponges. You wet them under warm water, massage your skin in a circular motion and I love to use mine with a body wash as well. It’s different than a loofa in the sense that it is stronger and really works to remove dry, winter skin. It has a little hook to hang up in your shower and keep it clean.
And lastly, this one is always a safe bet to gift for the holidays: a faux fur throw. I’m going through this really odd nesting phase where I want to get rid of all of our blankets and my pajamas and start new. I’m not sure if it’s because I know I’ll be living in pajamas and blankets once baby is here or if I just don’t like the old ones we have [thank you, Peaches, for chewing all of our blankets! haha] and I’m justifying this as an excuse. So this one I’m being bad and keeping for myself! When it arrived in the mail I threw it on the couch and I found my husband sleeping with it 15 minutes later. Not all faux fur throws are created equal and our blanket basket can attest to that. Some have hard faux fur, some are so soft they leave fuzz on EVERYTHING and some get really itchy. This one by Dennis Basso is just so soft, doesn’t leave lint and never itches your skin while looking great on a couch.
And most importantly, while you’re gifting for the holidays be sure to make it fun for yourself as well. We all know it is better to give than to receive, but sometimes when you’re down to the wire wrapping presents at midnight you just can get cranky! Make some hot chocolate [add a ton of whipped cream like I did!], throw on a Christmas CD and enjoy the process. I always like to add a little note and share my favorite memory with that friend or family member from the past year. It’s a therapeutic process that reminds me of all I’m thankful for.
Do you have any go-to pampering gifts?! I’d love to hear them and add them to my list this year!
In partnership with QVC. All opinions are my own!
This post made me want to start decorating! Your tree is so elegant and fun!
Would you mind sharing where your sweater is from? It looks super cozy!!
Hi Sarah!
Thank you so so much!! I got it from Missguided online last year!
Xoxo,
Katey
So fun getting in the Christmas spirit!! Love your tree! Can you add a link to it? My husband and I are buying our first Christmas tree together this year! Also, where is that cute Merry Christmas pillow from?
Hi Marci! Thank you so much! I’m going to do a whole post on my Christmas tree and decor and will get that link for you! Thank you so much for reading. 🙂
xo,
Katey
Hi Katey,
This is so off topic {I apologize!} but can you tell me where your curtains are from? I’ve been eyeing them on your IG for a while but couldn’t seem to find them when I searched The Home Edit here on your blog. So you mind me asking where you got them?
~Kimberly
Hi Kimberly!
Of course! 🙂 Here are my curtains! http://bit.ly/2g2SFAp
Thank you so much for reading!
xo,
Katey
Love this! Dying over the adorable leopard print ribbon. Where did you find it?
Hobby Lobby! 🙂 xo
Hi Katey! You might have posted it somewhere else but I’d love to know where you got your turtleneck! Thanks so much!
Hi Hayley!
I’m sorry, it’s no longer available! I got it a little over a year ago!
xo,
Katey
THANK GOODNESS I have you to help me with all of my shopping – such great gift ideas! I love how you decorated your Christmas tree, do you have any advice on how you tie the bows? Mine never look as good as yours do!
Your tree and decor is absolutely beautiful! I’ve never been a big fan of white trees but you rock it! I love that faux fur blanket, looks so luxe and cozy!!
xx Tess | Sequins are the New Black
Hi Katey!
Where is your adorable It’s A Girl ornament from?! I would love to get that for my sister!
Becca
I am going to get that throw for some people for Christmas! Thanks for the idea and your tree looks so cute! I love that Peaches has a P ornament 🙂
Katey,
Where is the Merry Christmas pillow from? I love the tree and the post!!
Thanks
Jane Gentry
Hi Jane! It is from a local Hallmark in Fort Worth from last year! xo
hi katey, where is your super cute santa mug from?? absolutely love it!
thanks
Hi! It was from Pottery Barn last year! xo
Your tree is so glam! Love it!
Erica
http://www.mod-money.com
So sad the blanket is sold out.