(Discussion) Secret Santa 2013 is coming soon!

[Jamie P]

I finished my shopping! Wasn't planning on this gift, but it ended up being kinda perfect. Now to wrap and arrange it all. Doing a 12 days of Christmas theme so it will be sorted as wrapped and dated appropriately. Excited!!!!

 

[Dayo Steph]

Quote: Originally Posted by FrostKitty /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  You have a doppelganger for my kitty Nosferatutu The Night Stalker ... 



Love the name, and of course a gorgeous kitty! That's a really awesome picture.  Stormy's full name is Stormageddon...after Stormageddon, Dark Lord of All (Dr Who) /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[SOSRedAlertSOS]

Darn! SiJCP does not sell Atelier perfume. No samples for this girl. I really don't want to pay $3 for a vial on their site. But I know my girl would love some.

 

[LadyK]

I am wondering about including some perfume samples in my SS gift as extras.  They would be in addition to the main items.  Do you think that would be cheesy?  I think she would enjoy the perfume but it feels weird somehow with them being so small.  

 

[luckyme502]

Quote: Originally Posted by LadyK /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I am wondering about including some perfume samples in my SS gift as extras.  They would be in addition to the main items.  Do you think that would be cheesy?  I think she would enjoy the perfume but it feels weird somehow with them being so small.  
I would love perfume samples as extras.

 

[lovepink]

Quote: Originally Posted by LadyK /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I am wondering about including some perfume samples in my SS gift as extras.  They would be in addition to the main items.  Do you think that would be cheesy?  I think she would enjoy the perfume but it feels weird somehow with them being so small.  
I, personally love perfume samples and would not find it cheesy.  I would probably just try and be mindful of not sending scents that she does not like, or if she says no fragrance.  You can also enclose a little note "I sent you this fragrance that I feel is perfect for the office, this one is my favorite, etc."

 

[SOSRedAlertSOS]

I love perfume samples! They are so much fun. I always keep a few in my purse just in case I forget perfume at home.

 

[Sheeeeeelby]

I am wondering about including some perfume samples in my SS gift as extras.  They would be in addition to the main items.  Do you think that would be cheesy?  I think she would enjoy the perfume but it feels weird somehow with them being so small.  

I don't find that cheesy. I have a ton Of perfume samples but still wouldn't mind. Any extras are totally welcome - especially if you think the person would enjoy it!

 

[kawaiiwoofs]

I feel like extras that you think she'll like are fair game!

I am wondering about including some perfume samples in my SS gift as extras.  They would be in addition to the main items.  Do you think that would be cheesy?  I think she would enjoy the perfume but it feels weird somehow with them being so small.  

 

[SOSRedAlertSOS]

And I also wanted to say, I even mentioned my SS sending me certain samples or going to sephora and having them make sample vials. I really want Escada Cherry in The Air and I know it is expensive but even my SS sending me samples would make me beyond excited!

 

[mermuse]

If you think a perfume sample fits the info I've provided, go for it!

 

[nicepenguins]

Yes, I am fine with perfume samples too--sending both my ss samples as stocking stuffers. And hey, I love atelier, but unless it's the set that's on sale for $18 at sephora, I'm guessing no one expects it from their ss! That stuff is pricey! /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[makeitupasigo]

Quote: Originally Posted by LadyK /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I am wondering about including some perfume samples in my SS gift as extras.  They would be in addition to the main items.  Do you think that would be cheesy?  I think she would enjoy the perfume but it feels weird somehow with them being so small.  
I would actually prefer a perfume sample to a full-size because that way I can just try something but if I don't like it, I won't feel bad about not using it.

 

[KittenZ]

I would actually prefer a perfume sample to a full-size because that way I can just try something but if I don't like it, I won't feel bad about not using it.

This is a great point. Perfume samples are totally fair game (unless your ss doesn't want perfume) and perfume samples give them a chance to try out new scents. I love perfume samples!

 

[yousoldtheworld]

I too love perfume samples!

And as for extras, I have thrown in a few various samples (not perfumes, as I hoard those, but small samples) of things I think are really great products...for example, a couple of those little blister packs of the UD Revolution lipsticks. My santee likes lip products and so I thought those little samples would be a fun bonus for her, especially since those lipsticks are pricy, and if I hadn't tried a sample and known how amazing they are, I never would have thrown down the cash for them!

So, to my SS...any samples you think I might enjoy are fair game. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[elizabethrose]

I finished!! I have no idea how much I spent, but it's definitely more than $25, and I have to be done.  I broke my Lush cherry- and I walked out with things not just for gifts :/  I had to get a face mask, because I had to.  I got the BB Seaweed one, and I got a Dream Steam tab.. anyone used those?  I'm thinking about cutting it up so that I have a few uses out of it.. I know I can keep the water as a toner, so that's exciting!  I also got the Wiccy Magic Muscles massage bar for my stepmom (she's a runner)- and she doesn't have a Lush anywhere near her, but she's super into organic stuff, so this should be perfect to round out her gift!  I have a feeling I'm going to be in Lush a lot more frequently now.. also, I realized that one of the Lush's in Chicago is close to a standalone MAC and L'Occitane.  Bad news bears!  There's a Paper Source there too.. for all my office supplies that I totally don't need.

 

[JC327]

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  Quote: Originally Posted by Dayo Steph /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  Since I'm catching up and posty mcpostalot at the moment, I just had to share the random silly thing I found my cat doing this morning.  He managed to knock my boots over, pull one open, and position himself squarely in the middle.  I just accept him the way he is.. LOL, he loves my heels too.


You have a doppelganger for my kitty Nosferatutu The Night Stalker ...



Aww so adorable!

 

[JC327]

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  Quote: Originally Posted by LadyK /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I am wondering about including some perfume samples in my SS gift as extras.  They would be in addition to the main items.  Do you think that would be cheesy?  I think she would enjoy the perfume but it feels weird somehow with them being so small.
I would love perfume samples as extras.

Me too!

 

[JC327]

Quote: Originally Posted by nicepenguins /img/forum/go_quote.gif

Yes, I am fine with perfume samples too--sending both my ss samples as stocking stuffers. And hey, I love atelier, but unless it's the set that's on sale for $18 at sephora, I'm guessing no one expects it from their ss! That stuff is pricey!

I agree  I am dying to try the Atelier from all the rave reviews on here. I am swimming in perfume but I cant help wanting more.

 

[Sakura83]

Quote: Originally Posted by LadyK /img/forum/go_quote.gif
  I am wondering about including some perfume samples in my SS gift as extras.  They would be in addition to the main items.  Do you think that would be cheesy?  I think she would enjoy the perfume but it feels weird somehow with them being so small.  
Love perfume samples, I keep a stash in a small box until I use up my favorite ones then buy the larger bottle. And I agree extras are fair game and to me a wonderful surprise.