Trend Watch: A Real Gold-Glitter
The holidays are one of my favourite times to go shopping, because virtually every retailer out there starts stocking sparkling, shimmering, shining gift ideas. And as someone who would like to claim glitter as one of their favourite ‘colours’ (not a thing), it’s a joyful time to be cruising around the stores, virtual or otherwise. I was recently inspired to create this little gift guide to highlight one of the holiday season’s perennial fave metallic tones: gold! Whether burnished and dark or shimmery and champagne-like, there’s something about this hue that feels oh so festive. But you really don’t have to break the bank to add a little glittering gold to your life. I’ve highlighted six options below – all for under $50!
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Quo Cosmetics Ready-Set-Travel Brush Set – $17 @ Shoppers Drug Mart: If you’re shopping for a jetsetting friend or coworker, set them up right with this sturdy yet simple makeup brush set. It fits easily into any carry-on and contains four essential brushes in a crush-proof case.
Shiny Tailored Dress – $49.90 @ Zara: On the hunt for a perfect holiday party dress? This simple shimmering shift dress is pretty universally flattering, looks good with boots or tights, and strikes the ideal balance between polished and fun.
Celestial Cuff – $39 @ Stella & Dot: The stars’ll be on your side well past the holidays with this moon and star cuff bracelet. With pretty pave stones, it’s the perfect finishing touch to your favourite red and green ensemble.
Golden Wonder Bath Bomb – $6.95: Pop this one in the bath before you go out for the night. Infused with cognac and zesty lime, it will totally get you in the party mood. Plus it’ll douse your skin with a fine shimmer of gold!
MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Light Fusion Highlighter – $48 @ Sephora: This new product from MAKE UP FOR EVER is for sure my new favourite standalone highlighter (You could previously nab it as part of the brand’s Pro Sculpting Duo). Coming in two different shades (the lighter one is more of a petal silvery-pink, but speaking as someone on #teampale that’s tried the ‘darker’ golden hue, it can still be worn by any skintone), this gel-based formula glides on with ease to give you a certain je ne sais quoi. Avoid looking like you just dropped a pound of glitter on yourself; the subtle shimmer will have everyone asking what’s your secret?
Kenadda Hat – $22 @ Aldo: Not a huge gold person? You can still add a little sparkle to your life. This neutral, faux fur-topped toque is made a little more special with golden sequins. Bonus points if you pick up the matching infinity scarf.
Oh hey! How about another giveaway to kick this holiday season off right? I’m giving away the Ready-Set-Travel Brush collection from Quo Cosmetics to a lucky reader. If you want to win it, here’s how to enter for your chance:
1) First off! You must be a Canadian Gift Guide subscriber to enter this giveaway. Just find the ‘Gift of Gab’ box on the righthand side of this page and either hit ‘Follow’ or enter your email address. Once you’ve done that, leave me a comment by November 14, 2016, telling me what your favourite golden gift idea is in this post.
2) Entries are limited to one per person / per email address / per household (or more if you score bonus entries). A random draw will be conducted on or around November 15, 2016 to select the winner(s), who will have 48 hours to respond before another winner is chosen in their place.
3) Entries are limited to Canadians that have reached the age of majority in their province. Quebec is not eligible for this promotion.
4) Bonus Entry: Follow @ShopprsDrugMart on Twitter and Tweet about this giveaway, using the #QuoCosmetics and linking back to this post. Be sure to leave a separate comment below that links to your Tweet!
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Loving the gold dress. Easy to wear
The dress is absolutely stunning! Perfect for the holidays, and at a reasonable price!
Love the dress. It’s not too clingy like a lot of styles. It looks like it would flatter any body type.
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Love the Kenadda Hat and scarf, too.
The Make Up For Ever highlighter is my pick. My sister would love it!
The bath bomb is the bomb!
I like the hat best would go great with my coat.
The dress is great, would flatter most women.
I like the bath bomb
The makeup brushes are my favourite
My favorite pick is the highlighter from Make up Forever ! Thank you for this cool giveaway and all of them during the year ! It’s very amazing !
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My most most favorite is the giveaway item — the Ready-Set-Travel Brush collection from Quo Cosmetics . I do know someone who would love that Kenadda Hat
I follow Shoppers on twitter. I love Shoppers @doreenlamorueux
Here is my tweet but I will share everywhere. 🙂
I love the travel brushes.
I love the moon and star bracelet
And yes I am a subscriber
I would love the MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Light Fusion Highlighter
Celestial cuff is really beautiful. I am a subscriber.
I would love the highlighter
I really like the Shiny Tailored Dress. Super pretty, and not too gold, if you know what I mean.
Kenaada Hat and Celestial Cuff are my favorites in this one!
The Golden Wonder Bath Bomb is my favourite gift idea.
I follow Shoppers and tweeted: https://twitter.com/Boomergirlz/status/794551550173736960
I like the Golden Wonder Bath Bomb and the travel brushes.
I really like the the Ready-Set-Travel Brush collection from Quo Cosmetics since it is the perfect gift to give a girlfriend or to use as a secret Santa gift. It is under $20 yet the impact would be great since it is a smart idea for a beauty lover so it would really be appreciated.
My favourite is the Ready-Set-Travel Brush Set.
I love the hat!
Very handy travel brushes.
the Ready-Set-Travel Brush collection is pretty.
The Ready-Set-Travel Brush Set is my favorite gift idea,love it. Any woman wold love that.
My favourite is the Golden Wonder Bath Bomb,
The highlighter would be my favourite but the brushes look nice too!
I love the gold brush set.
I love the MAKEUP FOR EVER by Sephora.
The Travel Brush Set is my favourite.
My favourite is the Cuff from Stella and Dot.
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The Kenadda Hat from Aldo is my favourite but the Quo brushes are a very close second
honestly, the brush set is tha bomb! I love it!!!
i love the Shiny Tailored Dress – $49.90 @ Zara:
I love the Golden Wonder Bath Bomb. I get at least one every year for myself
Ready-Set-Travel Brush Set – awesome!
My favourite gift idea is the MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Light Fusion Highlighter
I love the Kenadda hat
I like the MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Light Fusion Highlighter.
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The moon and star cuff bracelet is the pick
Love the brushes, I could sure use them!
I like the kenadda hat which would great with its matching infinity scarf. I could use a new set of make up brushes. Thanks for hosting this giveaway.
i like the hat
I love the gold lame dress.
I like the moon and star cuff bracelet.
I love the toque – looks cozy
I’m a Canadian Gift Guide subscriber. My favourite golden gift idea in this post is the Ready-Set-Travel Brush Set – $17 @ Shoppers Drug Mart:
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The Celestial Cuff is gorgeous!
One of my favorite gift ideas is the The Ready-Set-Travel Brush Set, It would be a great set to have in your suitcase.
Loving the Make Up For Ever Pro Fusion Highlighter. Can’t get enough of sparkle and shimmer over the holidays.
The dress is great for NYE.
I love the hat it is so practical
I’m already suscribed.
I have to say the dress stole my heart. It’s stunning and could be worn for different events.
I like the bath bomb!
I Love the Celestial Cuff!
The dress is great, and hurrah, looks comfortable.
I can’t “like” because I don’t have wordpress 😦
I think the brush set is a great gift idea for teenagers.
Bonus tweet https://twitter.com/SarahFe60201169/status/795314201250013184
My favorite idea is the Celestial Cuff – $39 @ Stella & Dot:
My favourite idea is the Shiny Tailored Dress from Zara.
Love to win the makeup brushes! THANKS!
My favourite idea is the Kenadda hat! It’s perfect for the season.
Celestial Cuff @ Stella & Dot:
I love the dress to be honest. Always looking for holiday dress up ideas
Amazing giveaway!
The brush set is my favourite from this post.
I have subscribed and absolutely LOVE the Celestial Cuff from Stella & Dot- so cute! Thank you for the chance!
Travel brushes are so practical and pretty!
I absolutely love the Kenadda hat… great price and certainly affordable by pretty much everyone. Great gift idea.
love the gold
Oh man, I want the http://www.sephora.com/pro-light-fusion-highlighter-P412324?skuId=1877174!!!
I like the Golden Wonder Bath Bomb.
Love the shiny dress!
I love the Kenadda Hat – @ Aldo
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I love the golden bath bomb
I love the MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Light Fusion Highlighter
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My favorite is the Stella & Dot cuff
~Jonnie
my favourite is the bath bomb
I like the hat. It would go so well with my winter jacket.
My favorite is the Ready-Set-Travel Brush collection and I would love to win it!
My favourite gift idea is the MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Light Fusion highlighter!
Love the Celestial Cuff!
I love it all, especially the Stella & Dot cuff, the Golden Wonder bath bomb & the Quo Cosmetics Ready-Set-Travel brush set!
I love that Quo cosmetics travel brush set , the hat & scarf are lovely also.
The Golden Wonder Bath Bomb is my fave idea! Love anything sparkly and shiny though!
I’m not a huge person for gold, so my choice would be the Kenadda hat.
Love the Kennada hat or the travel brushes.
The cuff from stella and dot is gorgeous!
tweeted https://twitter.com/VictoriaEss2/status/796692183713726464
i like the MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Light Fusion Highlighter – $48 @ Sephora. A great way to freshen up your look.
I think the celestial cuff bracelet is very nice!
The Quo travel brush kit would be really useful!
The golden wonder bath bomb is going on my list!
Tweet: https://twitter.com/lisaMToronto/status/797847544881704960
Love the Kenadda hat.
Shiny tailored dress
Long time subscriber! I love the Celestial Cuff from Stella & Dot!
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I adore the make up brushes
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i like the dress
I love the brushes
I really like the Shiny Tailored Dress i find its beautiful ! Great giveaway ! 🙂
Love the Shiny Tailored Dress from Zara 🙂
i like the MAKE UP FOR EVER Pro Light Fusion Highlighter – $48 @ Sephora: