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Gift Guide

9 Unconventional Gifts for Your Favorite Fashionista

Barbie and everlasting lipstick top our list of favorite gifts to give this year.

By Layne Lynch December 13, 2017

Oscar de la Renta Barbie, $175

With the Museum of Fine Arts highlighting this legendary designer in its recent exhibition, there's never been a better time to own a couture Barbie.

Photography by courtesy of Mattel

More Color, Please, $80

Local blogger Carrie Colbert has released an incredible, artsy book showcasing the most colorful walls around Houston. What's more, 10 percent of sales will go to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.

Photography by courtesy of Carrie Colbert

Smashbox "Always On" Matte Liquid Lipstick, $24

Looking for a lipstick that won’t disappear after an hour? This matte from Smashbox (pictured in "Babe Alert") works as well as a fierce lip stain and won’t leave your friend hanging on date night.

Photography by Courtesy of Smashbox

Universe: Exploring the Astronomical World, $59.95

Explore the universe with this photo-centric, eye-opening book by Phaidon editors that exposes the far reaches of the universe and man’s understanding of them.

Photography by Courtesy of Phaidon

Olio E Osso Balm Box Set, $112

Naturally made and oh-so-wonderful, the colorful roller balms in this collection serve double duty, working as both a lipstick and cheek stain.

Photography by Courtesy of Anthropologie

Sam Edelman Pumps, $77.96 (sale)

Pompoms have been popping up on shoes everywhere, and your gift recipient is sure to turn heads with this statement heel from Sam Edelman.

Photography by Courtesy of Nordstrom

Sir Elton John's Holiday Classic Candle, $40

Transform a holiday party into a winter wonderland with Elton John’s luxurious signature candle from NEST. Find the candle online or locally from Kuhl-Linscomb.

Photography by Courtesy of NEST

Cosmetic Bag, $31

Give your friend a makeup bag refresh with this adorable compact carry-all from Rifle Paper Co. and LeSportsac.

Photography by Courtesy of Rifle Paper Co

Sofia Cashmere Fringed Throw, $335

Keep her warm with a soft, pastel cashmere throw, perfect for those few-and-far-between cold Texas days.

Photography by Courtesy of Neiman Marcus

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With Christmas right around the corner, it’s time to cross some amazing gifts for the fashionista in your life off your list. This year, don't rely on those same designer clothes and handbags she loves–whether it’s a high-fashion Barbie or natural lip balm, Houstonia has your favorite fashionista covered this holiday.

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