In the Bag: Holiday Goodies

The gift-giving season is upon us. If you are looking for fresh ideas, here are a few holiday gifts that are sure to please – and impress. 

The gift of Jo Malone is always a good idea. Always. This year, try the Jo Malone Holiday Cologne Collection. It includes sample sizes of scents Lime Basil and Mandarin, English Pear and Freesia, Blackberry and Bay, and Peony and Blush Suede. If sample sets aren't your cup of tea, an individual cologne would still be a sweet surprise to find tucked away in the stocking. Dark Amber and Ginger Lily, Orange Blossom and Pomegranate Noir are my personal favorites.  

I received a Nest Holiday Scented candle a few years ago and have been in love with it ever since. With notes of pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves and cinnamon, your home immediately smells sweetly of holiday cheer.

The candle is also available in votive size (perfect for a gift topper).

Laura Mercier is known for her rich and indulgent scents, and the Soufflé Body Crème Sampler Set would make any woman feel special. The package includes Almond Coconut Milk, Ambre Vanille, Crème Brulee and Creme de Pistache.

Every woman is in search of the perfect hydrating lip balm, especially this time of year. Go with a classic and pick up Kiehl’s Lip Balm Giftables set which includes Original, Mint, Cranberry and Mango. The famous balm hydrates lips while giving your pucker a subtle gloss. With these four flavors, she will be set for months. 

Ginger Murphy is the booking agent for The Agency Arizona. She is a former fashion and beauty reporter for The Arizona Republic, current fashion and beauty contributor to Arizona Midday (KPNX Channel 12) and prolific beauty blogger at gingermurphystyle.com.