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The Jet-set Junkie presents… THE GIFT GUIDE

Good Monday my sweet readers! As I told you before, I am writing from Mexico City as I am preparing to leave for my much needed beach holiday tomorrow. The reason I’ve been MIA this days: Friends and Family. With all the dinners, lunches, brunches with my loved ones, I have had a little time for myself. But I am back! This time with a double dose of X-mas gift ideas. This is the las post from our X-mas gift special an I’ve been saving the best for last: the Jet-set Junkie. Rember him from our Summer Getaways series? If you want to meet him just click HERE. He is a St. Barts regular, the créme de la créme, that is why here at Sweet’n'Raw we prepared a list worthy of his fabulousness. This is also the first time we get acquainted with the men’s department. So to all the fellas out there, I hope you really like it… To the ladies, here are some great ideas that can help you pick that perfect something for your boyfriends! Let’s start, shall we?

THE JET-SET JUNKIE, FOR HIM

  1. Tom Ford Extreme: Tom Ford is just the man to provide the perfect fragrance for a man like our Jet-set junkie. Strong, delicate and sophisitcated, only for a sophisticated and delicate palate like his own.
  2. Hartford floral swim trunks: There’s nothing I love more than men in floral swimsuits, pair it with a slightly unbuttoned linen shirt and hellooo sexy!
  3. Rag & Bone fedora: Hats and men can be either a hit or a miss. When played right, it can be a major success. This Rag & Bone fedora is just that kind of hit.
  4. Want les Essentiels de la Vie Camel iPad case: Like the brand says, this is an essential in life. A man that travels that much, that trotes around the globe, needs the perfect suit for his iPad. A camel sleeve with a zip is just the thing he needs.
  5. Understand Rap by William Buckholz: There’s nothing a man with a sharp and witty sense of humor appreciates more than a funny book. You can find a great selection at Urban Outfitters or go to Colette.fr for more options!
  6. Band of Outsiders striped sweater: I fell in love with this brand since the moment I saw the first collections. It’s for a man who has that cool and laid-back attitude but that always looks effortlessly classy. This jumper is just the perfect item for a late sunset lunch at the beach.
  7. Riviera navy canvas shoes: You want the perfect pairing for you Band of Outsiders sweater? This Riviera canvas shoes are just the thing. Always affordable, comfortable and stylish, they are the perfect gift.
  8. Urban Outfitters party mustache: The mustache trend is everywhere! Yes it is! Why not give your man his own party prop, a mustache that can be twisted and combed as desired.
  9. Paul Smith pin-up cufflinks: Paul Smith can never loose his cool, and this pin-up cufflinks are proof of that! Original and funny, it’s when cool meets kitsch.
  10. Raf Simons tortoise shell sunnies: Season after season, with every Jil Sander collection Raf Simmons sends down the runway, my love for him grows more and more. After browsing through his eyewear line, it’s just impossible to love him even more. Tortoise shell sunnies, to die for!
  11. Want les Essentiels de la Vie wash bag: Another must-have for the travelling man. With a simple but classic design, this wash bag is bound to be a very, very successful gift!

THE JET-SET JUNKIE, FOR HER

  1. YSL La Laque trio (44, 33, 43): Jewel tones in a nail polish bottle? What else could a girl want for Christmas this year?
  2. Dorothy Perkins jade clutch: The perfect companion for all those nights out partying. Flashy, stylish and very, very affordable, this jade green clutch is really something special.
  3. Tom Ford Violet Fatale lipstick: A dark, sexy and mysterious pout is just that perfect beauty detail that can absolutely enhance your whole look. And who can do dark, sexy and mysterious? The man of the hour himself, Mr. Tom Ford.
  4. K. Jacques pour OC sandals: Escaping the cold, harsh winter and going to a sunny and beachy destination seems to be a very popular thing right now (I’m leaving for the beach in a few hours), and taking the perfect sandals is absolutely necessary.
  5. Fuschia suede iPad cover:  An iPad alone is cute, but an iPad with a great dress (cover) is just pure perfection. And for all of us, pink junkies, this fuchsia, suede sleeve is the best gift a girl can have.
  6. Jasmine Rouge perfume by Tom Ford: I know, you are probably asking yourselves, again with the Tom Ford thing? And yes, his products are probably a little pricier than the rest but with the quality, originality and genius he puts into each and every on of them, it’s totally worth it.
  7. Rabito iPhone case: You have a cute dress for your iPad, you can also have the prettiest costume for your iPhone. Robito cases are a huge thing in Japan, and you can have yours at a very, very low price and in every color you can possibly imagine.
  8. Topshop skull enamel ring:Cheap and pretty, two words we love to hear in a combo. This fashionable ring in purple or blue from TOPSHOP can be the perfect ornament for our manicured hands.
  9. YSL Lapis ring: As I said before, if you don’t own your own YSL ring yet, this Christmas seems like the perfect time to get it!
  10. Steve Madden Dynemite platform sandals: Sky-high heel, bright and flashy color, comfort and style. What more could we ask for in a shoe? You can find this beauties in four different colors and at a very reasonable price.
  11. Stila eye shadow palette: After purchasing this baby, you might want to get rid of your old eye shadows. All the hues you need in a palette, you can find inside. When we buy a shadow palette there is always that hideous green or blue you never use, with Stila’s one, that won’t be a problem!
  12. Printed TIBI dress: In New Year’s Eve you will want to get heads turning and this colorful, printed dress for TIBI is at sale at the Outnet. What are you wating for?

There you go! The last of the gift guide special. Happy shopping! I’m off to the beach, I will be back tomorrow with more polka!

Christmas is 7 days away!

Sweet kisses…

Illustration: Ana Sofia Alanis
Photos, wallpaper and frames: google

All texts are written by me, PLAGIARISM is not cool

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The City Blonde presents… THE GIFT GUIDE

Well hello, hello my sweet readers! As I am getting ready for my winter escape to my beloved mexican beaches and our lovely Charlotte won Sweet’n'Raw’s first giveaway, I am delivering to you the third gift guide for this holiday season. This time is all about what our gorgeous city blonde wants and desires. Remeber her? If you don’t CLICK HERE to meet this sophisticated, concrete jungle diva.

The City Blonde, otherwise known as Countess Winston, is more versatile than a jukebox. She’s into books but she’s also into parties. She actually understands and loves poetry (most of us mortals don’t) but she is also part of the Brunch Mimosa Abuse programme. So let’s see what this New Yorker in the making wrote on her letter to Santa!

  1. Deborah Lippmann’s Billionaire, Call me irresponsible, Satin Doll and Just walk away Renee: The perfect hues for the perfect city girl! Talk about making a statement with your nails!
  2. Michael Kors neoprene laptop case: Why not add some chic and color to your laptop cover, courtesy of Mr. Kors
  3. Cambridge Satchel Company blue satchel: A satchel is perfect for running around the city, choose one in a flashy color!
  4. Chanel Nº19 perfume: A powerful perfume for a powerful city lady!
  5. YSL Arty ring: Do you have yours? If not, now’s the time.
  6. Steve Madden MADEE leopard slippers: Slipper and leopard, two words that together make the perfect combo! Comfortable yet stylish! So New York.
  7. Nars “Funny Face” lipstick: Brighten your pucker and brighten your day with this exquisite and creamy lip color by the makeup master, François Nars
  8. Paris vs. New York by Vahram Muratyan: Now there’s one book that has to be in every New Yorker’s coffee table.
  9. Steve Madden SHASHAYY bootie in Taupe Nubuck: Cruisin’ the street with style!
  10. Benefit Cha Cha tint:get blushy, get happy!
  11. Sequin black mini dress: Get spotted and turn some heads over on New Year’s Eve with this flashy and plunging neckline dress. Now that’s what I call cleavage.

Three down, one more to go! Tomorrow I shal give you the Jet-set Junkie and for all you guys out there (in case you stumble into this fashion blog with a pastel substance abuse), I will be posting something for the lads as well!

13 days till X-mas

Sweet kisses…

Illustrations: Ana Sofia Alanis
Photos, wallpaper and frame: Google

All texts are written by me, PLAGIARISM is not cool…

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The Hopeless Romantic presents… THE GIFT GUIDE

Good Sunday my sweet readers! Hoping you liked my Party Princess Gift Guide (click here to read it), I’m here with another one! This time is the turn of The Hopeless Romantic to show us her gift picks for this holiday season. Rember her (me)? If not click here to read a bit about her. So if you have a friend that enjoys romance, old movies and Paris and that falls head over heels for all things cute then this is the list that can help you choose the perfect gift for her! If you find this guide as appealing as I do, you can write some of this items on your letter to Santa to get them for yourself! Enjoy!

  1. Essie’s Cocktail Bling, Brooch the Subject, Bobbing for Baubles and Size Matters: It’s the game between neutrals and bright ones. This lovely collection is a must-have for all us romantic girls out there.
  2. French Connection bow bag: Can a clutch get cuter than this? No, it can’t!
  3. Tom Ford “Lost Cherry” lip gloss: Red lips scream romance, and when done by the one and only, Mr. Sexy Pants, Tom Ford, you can never go wrong.
  4. Modcloth Paris ring: It’s Paris in a ring! Cute, cute as a button!
  5. Miss KG polka dot flats: The key to make even the simplest item beautiful is definitely adding some polka! If you are a hopeless romantic, this Kurt Geiger flats need to be inside your closet.
  6. Swash for Conchinechine iPhone case:  Fabergé inspired iPhone case, need I say more?
  7. Vivienne Westwood’s Cheeky Alice: I am a big fan of Vivienne Westwood’s fragrance line. In fact, Naughty Alice has been my favorite perfume for a while now. The perfet gift for me this Christmas? Cheeky Alice!
  8. Parisian Chic by Ines de la Fressange: In the history of books, there is not one as cute as this one. Everything from the illustrations to the writing is beautiful and handy! It’s a little treasure box in the form of a book.
  9. Charlotte Olympia Tessa wedges: The fashion world went crazy for the flats, my knees always go weak with the wedges. Charlotte Olympia is without doubt one of the best shoe designers of the moment and by looking at this pair of beauties I know you will agree with me.
  10. Tarte Amazonian Clay blush: When talking about cosmetics, Tarte is all about cute and pretty. And us romantics love, love, love cute and pretty.
  11. Carven cocktail dress: Need a gorgeous New Year’s Eve dress? Courtesy of Carven (one of my favorite brands in the whole, wide world) and with an unbelievable price, thanks to The Outnet, this gray taffetta cocktail beauty is just waiting to be yours!

Christmas is getting closer and closer, and we still have more gift guides coming your way! So keep checking back!

Sweet kisses…

PS: The winner of our giveaway will be announced tomorrow morning! Good luck to all of you who participated!

Illustrations: Ana Sofia Alanis
Photos, frame and wallpaper: Google

All texts are written by me, PLAGIARISM is not cool

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The Party Princess presents… THE GIFT GUIDE

Friday, Friday my sweet readers! Christmas is just two weeks away, have you bought your gifts? If you haven’t, here’s one of four posts that can give you one or two ideas! Rember a few months ago when I introduced you to my sisters and brother (if you don’t, CLICK HERE to meet them)? Well they are back and this time with gift suggestions based on their personalities. And since it’s Friday and we are ready to have fun, why not start with the one and only Party Princess. 

She’s the life of the party and she’s the one that knows how to really have fun! Based on that Sweet’n'Raw made a gift selection that could fulfill little Jaime’s needs and desires! So without further ado, here it is:

  1. Chanel Le Vernis metallic trio: If she’s ready for the party, her nails have to be ready as well! What better way to get on the party mood than with this glittery and shiny trio! You can actually win this three babies if you sign up for our giveaway (CLICK HERE), last day is tomorrow!
  2. Zara silver envelope clutch: A wild party spirit needs the ideal companion for clubbing adventures and this Zara beauty is not only perfect for that but also affordable as well!
  3. Zara Kids glittery oxford flats: The biggest size fits me and I’m a 40, so if your friend or sister has feet like mine or smaller, they can be yours! TIP: raiding the kids department every once in a while can lead you to find some amazing stuff you can buy for yourself.
  4. Jimmy Choo glittery iPad case: if you wish to splurge and pamper or ask for this case yourself as a X-mas present, do so! You need shoes, your iPad does too, at least Jimmy Choo seems to think so!
  5. Lady Million by Paco Rabanne: Party girl needs party perfume, and Paco’s Lady Million is just that! From the bottle to the scent, everything about it screams P-A-R-T-Y!
  6. Bobbi Brown Party shimmer brick: Shiny cheeks, happy cheeks!
  7. ASOS peacock platform sandals: All the glitz, glamour and comfort one can get from a shoe.
  8. Glitter collar from ABATABA: What a better way to pump up an outfit than with a glitter collar, the perfect accessory makes the perfect gift for the season.
  9. YSL Golden Amber gloss: Lighten up you pucker with this fabulous french gloss in shade of gold!
  10. ASOS knuckle ring: Pair it with one of the Chanel Le Vernis metallic trio and you’ve got a killer combo.
  11. Topshop Party dress: We all need a New Year’s Eve dress, it’s a day to party hard and shine even harder and this fab dress just does the trick!

So if you have a friend that loves to party, if she loves all that resembles a shiny disco ball, or if you are a Party Princess yourself, I hope this guide can help you choose that perfect gift for this Christmas. And if you need more gift ideas, on the next few days we’ll have more recommendations from the Jet-set Junkie, the City Blonde and the Hopeless Romantic.

Shop away!

Sweet kisses…

Illustrations: Ana Sofia Alanis
Headpiece and frame: Google Images

All texts are written by me, PLAGIARISM is not cool

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