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The Perfect Gifts For Your Bride-to-Be Bestie This Christmas // Gift Guide

The Perfect Gifts For Your Bride-to-Be Bestie This Christmas // Bridal Gift Guide // Lipsense Review

While this is a sponsored conversation on behalf of Lipsense, all photos, thoughts, and opinions are my own. See my disclosure on my about page for more information.

It’s the most wonderful time of year.

I just can’t help but love this time of year. Homes get cozier, the food is full of comfort, and people are nicer. We’re officially in the season of giving and loving others generously, and what better way to show how much you care for your loved ones than thoughtful, unique gifts they’ll cherish.

I know what you’re thinking. “Cathy, every blogger in the world has a million gift guides out right now.” While there may already a million gift guides out there already, I was super surprised to see that there weren’t hardly any gift guides for the bride-to-be! ‘Engagement season’ (as we call it in the wedding industry) is upon us, and I’m sure you’re already starting to see your friends on social media flashing some new bling on their little ring finger. So, if you’re finding your bestie becoming a bride this holiday season, here’s a little gift guide to make the announcement of their engagement just a little bit sweeter. (Spoiler alert: You may just be their favorite after gifting these!)

The Perfect Gifts For Your Bride-to-Be Bestie This Christmas // Gift Guide

The Perfect Gifts For Your Bride-to-Be Bestie This Christmas

Praline Rose Lipsense // Kate Spade Tumbler // Bride Tunic // Mrs. Earrings // Kate Spade Sparkle Keds // Totes Engaged Tote // Bridal Planner // Bride Card Set // Wifey Mug // The Mrs. Box

How darling are these gifts for your bride-to-be bestie? I’m not exactly surprised that four out of ten picks on this list are from Kate Spade. But, how could you say no to those Kate Spade Sparkle Keds and minimal Mrs. earrings? So many brides are opting for a more comfortable option when it comes to wedding shoes, and I couldn’t be more for it. Not only are they super cute and stylish, but your feet aren’t going to hate you at the end of your best-day-ever.

As a huge planner addict and stationary lover, I also couldn’t help but love the Kate Spade bridal planner. How perfect would that be together with the Totes Engaged bag? I had a bag similar to that one when I got engaged, and I took it everywhere! It was the perfect accessory to hold all my bridal show swag and wedding planning binders / files. (Yes, I was that bride. I told you – you can call me Monica Geller!)

Besides the staple gifts of wifey coffee mugs and bride tunics, there are also great options to splurge for the bride in your life. The Mrs. Box is definitely a high-quality ring box that will make any bride’s wedding detail photos swoon-worthy and serve as a great home to her precious cargo for years to come on that bedside table.

But, y’all. Can we talk about Lipsense?

Let’s be real. The only thing sweeter than that Christmas hot cocoa is the gift on this guide I haven’t mentioned yet. My number one pick for brides in every season is Lipsense. If you are living under a rock and haven’t heard of Lipsense before, it’s hottest new liquid lipstick that can last up to 18 hours with just one application. I’ve actually even seen people put swatches on their hands and it stays for days! It’s a Part 2 system where you apply the Lipsense color of your choice followed by their wide variety of glosses. (Can you imagine the combinations!) Together, you have a kiss-proof, smudge-proof, everything-proof that won’t dry out your lips. Not to mention, it won’t come off until you take it off!

The Perfect Gifts For Your Bride-to-Be Bestie This Christmas // Gift Guide, Lipsense Review

To be honest, I have known about Lipsense for a while now but never took the leap to give it a try. I’m definitely one of those people who sticks to what they know in terms of make-up, so I typically use the same products forever until something is discontinued and I’m forced to make a switch. Especially in the wedding industry, I’ve heard so much hype about Lipsense being the best option for brides because of its kiss-proof, smudge-proof, and everything-proof qualities it has. But, I guess you could say I was a little skeptical. It seemed impossible for a quality lip color to last all day without completely drying out my lips and losing its color.

The Ultimate Test

But, I knew when Courtney reached out to be with the opportunity to finally try out Lipsense for myself that I couldn’t resist. As a girl who loves pinky nudes, I decided to go with Praline Rose and Sheer Berry. (These are also among the super popular bridal colors!) As you may have saw on my Instagram stories after I tried it, I was immediately hooked. I don’t want to ever use a different lipstick ever again.

However, I decided to take my trial to the next level by putting it to the ultimate test. Not only did I want to try out Lipsense for myself to see if it could hold up to a wedding day for the typical bride. But, I also wanted to try it out by seeing how it stood up to running a half-marathon in hot and humid Orlando, Florida. If it could stay perfect through running a half-marathon, it could last through a wedding day. Right?

Meanwhile, I took a poll on my Instagram stories on which color I’d be wearing during the run, and Praline Rose was the big winner. I applied three light coats of color like Courtney recommended followed by the glossy gloss about an hour and a half before the race. The photo on the left below is Rob and I about an hour before the race with my lip color looking super fresh. I also found that, although I was completely terrified to run my first half-marathon, I was feeling super confident from having the Lipsense on.

You know what they say. All a girl needs is an awesome lipstick to feel like she can conquer the world! 

The Perfect Gifts For Your Bride-to-Be Bestie This Christmas // Gift Guide

The Perfect Gifts For Your Bride-to-Be Bestie This Christmas // Gift Guide

The Results

By the end of running 13.1 miles, I honestly had completely forgotten about my lips. (Let’s just say, I was concentrating on breathing, drinking water, and trying to stay alive – HA!) I didn’t even think about it until we met back up with Rob’s co-workers that we traveled with and one of the girls said,

“Oh my God, are you wearing lipstick?! How is it still perfect?!”

I almost wish I was making that up because it was so perfect. The only person that knew I was running with Lipsense on was my following and my husband (talk about that awkward conversation applying it in the truck when we arrived to the race – He definitely thought I was crazy!) So, I was actually way too excited when she noticed and said something. Sure enough, I looked in the mirror back at the hotel and looked back at the photo we took post-race above on the right, and my Lipsense still looked perfect! Regardless of how de-hydrated my body was, my lips weren’t one bit. It was almost as if I has just applied it. I could have definitely just added another layer of glossy gloss and kept on going. Needless to say, my mind was blown in the best way possible.

I’m hooked.

I was immediately hooked on Lipsense even before our half-marathon ultimate test. But, after seeing it last through the sweat, tears, face wipes, and drinks that came with running 13.1 miles in hot and humid Orlando, Florida, there’s no doubt in my mind that it could survive the longest of wedding days. Let’s face it, you’re not going to want to worry about re-applying your lipstick on your wedding day. Not to mention, you’re not going to want to worry about how it looks in your photos throughout the night. (It’s a real worry that brides have!) I’m super confident to say that I’ve found the secret to solve all those deep-down worries and lead to a truly stress-free wedding day.

But really y’all, I don’t think I could be even more hooked than I already am.
Now I can’t help but think of what color I need to invest in next.

The Perfect Gifts For Your Bride-to-Be Bestie This Christmas // Bridal Gift Guide // Lipsense Review

Check out Courtney and Lipsense Below! 

Courtney is such a doll, and I couldn’t be more thankful for her introducing me to my new favorite make-up bag staple. If you want a lipstick to last all day without the worry of having to re-apply, your search stops here. Go check out Courtney’s small business below, follow along, and tell her I sent you! I can’t wait for you to try Lipsense for yourself or treat the bride in your life this holiday season! (You know you’re all going to love it!) What color are you dying to try?

  • Facebook: Beauty by C
  • Instagram: @lipcolorbyc
  • Email: lipcolorbyc@gmail.com

Have you ever tried Lipsense? What bride-to-be gifts are you loving this Christmas?

December 7, 2017

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Comments

  1. Nancy says

    December 7, 2017 at 3:50 pm

    I hate dry lips in the winter! Will need to check this out

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      December 7, 2017 at 10:57 pm

      You are going to LOVE it, Nancy! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Leigh Suznovich says

    December 7, 2017 at 4:19 pm

    Love the ideas! I had heard of Lipsense but didn’t know anything else about it. It sounds awesome, I will definitely be checking it out!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      December 7, 2017 at 10:58 pm

      You definitely need to check out Courtney and her inventory. She’ll take great care of you! 🙂

      Reply
    • Courtney says

      December 8, 2017 at 12:19 am

      Hi Leigh, would love for you to try Lipsense! Happy to help you narrow down some colors and it’s free returns and or exchanges. Check out my Facebook page for colors and info. “Beauty by C”

      Reply
  3. Misty | All Things Wedding Utah says

    December 7, 2017 at 11:20 pm

    Is it bad I only use lipsense in the winter? I love it, but my makeup budget is so small!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:00 pm

      I think one of the great things about Lipsense is that it lasts so long! While it’s a little more expensive than your average lipstick, I think the tube goes a lot further!

      Reply
  4. Lauren says

    December 8, 2017 at 12:16 am

    i have heard of lipsense – i actually have concealer that is made by them. im just not a lipstick person but i do love my chapstick!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:00 pm

      I have yet to try their skin care line, but I have heard such fabulous things about it! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Brittney says

    December 8, 2017 at 1:21 pm

    Great List! Praline Rose and Apple Cider are two of my favorite pink shades!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:01 pm

      I think I need to try Apple Cider! I just can’t get enough of the mauve tone that Praline Rose has! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Maryal says

    December 8, 2017 at 6:07 pm

    These are such good ideas – I have so many bride-to-be friends this year! I want those sparkly sneakers and that Wifey mug for myself 🙂 Thanks for sharing!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:02 pm

      You definitely need to show your bride friends this list! 😉

      Reply
  7. Daniella Floriano says

    December 9, 2017 at 11:08 pm

    First off….that “wifey” mug is everything. Second, I am def going to try out Lipsense, I am always looking for a long-lasting lipstick that I can just put on and forget about!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:03 pm

      Yes! I am totally a sucker for anything that says ‘wifey’. and I’m so glad that you’re going to try out Lipsense! Give my girl Courtney a ring and let her know I sent you. 🙂

      Reply
  8. Becca says

    December 10, 2017 at 1:56 pm

    Forget my engaged friends… I need half of this stuff for myself, especially those silver glittery shoes!!! 😍

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:03 pm

      HAHA! Becca, I feel you, girl. 😉 I’m already married and want it all…

      Reply
  9. Theresa Bailey says

    December 11, 2017 at 1:12 am

    I just ordered the Praline rose because Alyssa had such rave reviews about it as well. Now I’m super excited knowing you loved it too.

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:04 pm

      YAY!! I am so glad that you’re trying it out! 🙂 Make sure to check out Courtney and see what other colors she has!

      Reply
  10. Angela Amores says

    December 11, 2017 at 5:19 am

    Oh the lipsense is definitely a great gift for a bride. There won’t be any lipstick oops moments on her dress.
    Angela

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:05 pm

      Amen, Angela! I am loving it for brides!

      Reply
  11. Justine @ Little Dove says

    December 11, 2017 at 5:37 am

    These are great gift ideas and I totally wish I’d had LipSense when I got married!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:05 pm

      Me too, Justine!! Where was this at when I struggled with lipstick at my wedding?!

      Reply
  12. Elizabeth O says

    December 11, 2017 at 3:53 pm

    It is the gifting season and we all know there are never enough lists to satisfy the masses. The items you suggested are equally fabulous.

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:06 pm

      Thanks, Elizabeth! I’m so glad that you loved the list too. 🙂

      Reply
  13. Caroline says

    December 11, 2017 at 5:18 pm

    I love that you tested the Lipsense on a marathon! In Florida! Amazing that it held up, I will have to check out the product for myself.

    Reply
    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:07 pm

      Yes! I definitely wanted to put it to the ultimate test if I was going to be recommending it to my followers and my brides! You should definitely check out Courtney and tell her I sent you. 🙂

      Reply
  14. Abby Darlington says

    December 12, 2017 at 1:00 am

    Congrats on completing the half marathon! Can’t believe your lipstick stayed on throughout – thats amazing! I’ve never tried it, but maybe now I will.
    Stationary is something every bride NEEDS! love the ones you picked out!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:08 pm

      Thank you, Abby! I must say, I was totally shocked as well! (But a good shocked, of course! 😉 ) Definitely go check out Courtney and tell her I sent you!

      Reply
  15. Courtney Byers says

    December 12, 2017 at 2:04 am

    These are all great gift ideas! How is it already two weeks until Christmas? I just cannot believe it, but I’m excited

    Reply
    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:08 pm

      Thanks, Courtney! I am so glad you loved the list! 🙂

      Reply
  16. Julie I Aloha Lovely says

    December 12, 2017 at 3:42 pm

    Great picks! I am in love with those sparkle Keds, ah-mazing!

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:09 pm

      Right! I am in love with mine. I have the gold and rose gold pairs! 🙂

      Reply
  17. Prerna Garg Agarwal says

    December 12, 2017 at 8:55 pm

    Lipsense sounds wonderful. I’d love to try their products. And you have a great and comprehensive list of the gifts! Loved all the ideas 🙂

    – http://www.allshethings.com

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:09 pm

      Thanks! I’m so glad you liked the list. Make sure to check out Courtney and tell her I sent you! 🙂

      Reply
  18. Magen says

    December 14, 2017 at 3:43 am

    A friend of mine had been begging me to try lipsense. I might just have to.

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    • cathynugentweddings says

      January 8, 2018 at 5:09 pm

      Magen, you NEED to try it! It’s seriously a life saver. Go check out Courtney and tell her I sent you. 🙂

      Reply

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Hi, friends! I'm Cathy, a nationally published award winning designer of spaces to gather and southern belle writer based out of a small(ish) town outside of Atlanta, Georgia. However, most people know me as the Monica Geller of my friend group – a coffee connoisseur and dog mom with a huge heart for hosting and an eye for design. The heart behind what I do is simple. I want to help you be intentional on creating spaces to gather and celebrating life's precious moments - whether that be weddings, parties, or something as simple as having loved ones in your home. Living Simply, Loving Generously, and Hosting with Heart.

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