I am sure that you are all totally immersed in the insanity of gift buying for the holidays. So, I thought I’d throw a few things out to you that might help in making your selections (don’t look to me for suggestions for the kids. I get my direction from my daughter-in-law, and I go from there!!).

I have to say I was most impressed with Bloomindale’s for their overall presentation of holiday goodies.

There are some great suggestions for everyone. Games are always a fun gift. Coffee table books on dreamed about or favorite places are also fun.

Bloomingdale’s also had a lot of “bow and go” items. everything from Tea to Soap to Slip Sloane gift sets (pillow case and scrunchies-silk pieces are great for anti aging, anti sleep creases and anti bed head)

Fragrance “bow and go” are also BIG items for the holidays,

At Nordstrom

Let’s not forget the guys. Loved these sets- a Kiehl’s set for keeping his skin in good shape, as well as products from buttah by Dorion Renaud (I think the founder of the company must be a New Yorker who wants to keep your man’s face soft as “buttah”!) Socks and hats are always good. And always throw in something sweet. A suggestion in this category is available on QVC-Mrs. Prindables caramel/chocolate apples. I give these apples every year to every family member.

Of course there are gifts of fashion. There is a lot of glitz, sequins and feathers out this year.

Bloomingdale’s

First photo is Nordstrom, next two are Zara

Lux items are well received for gifts!

these three photos are Bloomingdale’s.

lux fabrications at Bloomingdale’s-

Accessories are great gifts. Bucket hats were everywhere as well as baseball style caps.

Nordstrom

above is the window at Portofino Living

Accessories at Bloomingdale’s. There are some very glamourous sequin and beaded bags.

Other gifts that are always appreciated are sleepwear and loungewear (great selections at QVC). Candles, either real or faux flames are very poplar. Look at Slatkin & Co on QVC-fabulous scents. And if you want flameless candles look at Luminara on QVC and on HSN look at August & Leo Velvet and Crystal candles with a remote (photo below)

And just remember Love is the best gift you could possibly give or receive.