.gift guide 2013, for me.

[one] gold flatware set || i have been eyeing this beautiful set of gold cutlery for about 3 years now and think this might be the year i should just bite the bullet and purchase. i've been looking for an awesome set of cutlery to serve when we have guests over, or just for those nights when i want to feel extra fancy.

[two] la mer moisturizer || yes, super expensive. yes, it's an absolute treat. and yes, i need to try it. as we age, i truly have begun to notice that the good stuff is what is helping my skin stay and feel as healthy as can be. the $15 drugstore face creams that i have used in my 20's just aren't cutting it anymore and i personally want to try to hang onto my youth for as long as i can muster. it pays to start early.

[three] the infamous stendig wall calendar || a piece of art and a calendar in one! everyone's seen it and i really want it too! i also know how perfect it would look in our house, so it's a must have for me! hint hint pete ;)

[four] sonia kashuk limited edition gold make-up brushes || this set has all the good brushes and it comes in gold. sold.

[five] poppy barley custom flats || while there's about a million inches of snow on the ground i just can't help but be so much more partial to poppy barleys flats than the boots [although i truly love their thought process behind the boots - made to fit all shapes and sizes!]. and since these shoes are great for both work and play, i figure i can handle a little snow in my shoes, especially if they look and feel like these babies. i simply can't get enough of these flats. or these. or these. or these. hell, i'll take them all ;)

[six] melanie auld pave marquis in green || again, this girl! perhaps i have a little crush? on this necklace too. perfect layered or alone, this piece is the perfect length and a perfect work of art.

[seven] wood toaster || our toaster had an unfortunate trip to the garbage this week, and we seriously need a new one. this one has my name all over it with it's sleek modern design and those wicked awesome wood panels on the end. i'm also treating myself and getting the 4 slicer. with our growing family, it's a must!

[eight] gorjana & griffin high line cuff || a cuff that's both dainty and bold. and can be worn two different ways. that's a win win all around! i prefer the black one, but the white is pretty darn nice too.

[nine] melanie auld pave glam studs || you'd think i have shares in her company as i promote her so damn much, but their is a very simple reason why i do...i just completely and totally love her designs. clean, simple, with a touch of glam. you can wear any of her collection dressed up or down, which to me is the simply the best. and she's canadian! what can i say? i love shopping local ;)

[ten] baies diptyque candle || the candle to have, and i don't...so this is high on my wish list! although a slightly hefty price tag for a candle, i heard it's worth every single cent and fills your room with the most heavenly scent of berries.

[eleven] west elm copper pots || just perfection. i certainly wouldn't mind cooking every night with these babies.

[twelve] gold serving spoons || goes with my gold cutlery and would look mighty pretty styled on a table.

and here are some other great finds that would suit my fancy just fine:

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