Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas

Christmas will be here in three days, however, that doesn't mean that everyone's shopping is complete. With finals, and all else going on, college students such as myself often put Christmas shopping to the bottom of the to-do list. But now that it's almost here, one can begin to panic about the amount of gifts that you have to get. However, with these simple ideas, I can assure the procrastinators out there that you too can find the perfect gift.

1. Gift Cards: Everyone can use a gift card. Luckily, nowadays grocery stores often have them, so it's a one stop shop. And there's some pretty good ones--you can choose anywhere from Starbucks to iTunes. It's the easiest gift that you can get anybody. 
2. Candy: There's so many holiday themed chocolate gift baskets, and since mostly everyone you know likes chocolate, you can never go wrong. 
3. Jewelry: For your mom or best friend, picking up a simple little bauble will be sure to add some sparkle in her life. Plus, you can get some great jewelry at TJ Maxx, with some low prices. 
4. Power banks: Nearly everyone has run out of battery at one point or another. It's the perfect gift for pretty much everyone with a smartphone. Or a tablet.
5. Gift Books/CDs: Barnes and Noble has a great selection of gift books for the readers on your list, and a huge variety. If they love music, why not treat them a gift to their favorite band? Either or, and you'll be golden. 

Hopefully these will be perfect for anyone whose entering Santa's Toyshop a bit late this year. 

Things I Love Thursday: Alex and Ani Sacred Studs Om Bracelet

Alex and Ani has been one of my favorite brands and style of jewelry for a period of time. I currently have 13 from the bangle bar. However, I had always had my eye on the Sacred Studs bracelet, particularly the Om one since it's one of my favorite symbols. So, one Black Friday, I woke up to a lovely email from Alex and Ani. The email said that there was a sale on their bracelets, and that they would be 15% off.
Hello opportunity? I can hear ya knocking.
So, I decided to buy it. And honestly, I am so glad that I did. Ever since I bought it, I was extremely happy with the product. Unlike the other Alex and Ani that I own, this one gets in the way a lot less. I also like to say that it goes with everything. I always wear it, whether it's to go to work or to meet a friend.
Even though it's a little bit more expensive than the traditional Alex and Ani, I am honestly really happy with it. It's also something that is a lot different than the rest of them, for those of you who like Alex and Ani, but are not mainstream. Not many people I know have it, which is a perk to this bracelet.
If you're looking for a bracelet to give to some of the people in your life, then you should look into the Sacred Studs collection. In addition to the Om symbol, they have the lotus, the Evil Eye, and the compass to name a few. After the holidays, I am honestly considering getting the Compass or the Lotus.They also come in colors, and are available in rings, necklaces and earrings as well.
The bottom line?
This bracelet is amazing. If you're in the market for some cool jewelry, give this bracelet a try. And if you're still stuck on that person who is hard to shop for, give this a try. It's a great gift!