The Year's Buzziest Movies Inspired These Creative Beauty Gifts

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Truth be told, your film-loving best friend would be totally fine with getting a stack of DVDs or a pair of movie tickets and a voucher for the largest tub of buttered popcorn known to man this holiday season. But where's the fun in that? You've got a clever, creative streak itching to be unleashed, and she deserves a present with a more personal touch.
If she's a beauty buff as well, then you're in luck. We've
rounded up glam gifts that draw inspiration from the year's hottest movies. Whether your BFF is a sucker for James Bond flicks or loves a good Amy Schumer rom-com, you can trust that these beauty buys will blow her away.

Trainwreck
Everett Collection and Mary Cybulski/©Universal Pictures

Trainwreck

Like Amy Schumer's character in Trainwreck, this friend is your wingwoman, your plus-one, and your confidante. She's the one pal who doesn't judge you and make you go to early morning yoga when you've got a crippling hangover. Expect her to be the life of the party, an outrageous flirt, and someone who will not put up with some snooze of a gift. Time to step up.

Catseye London Lips Make-Up Bag

Catseye London Lips Make-Up Bag

Mascara, lipstick, gum, emergency extra toothbrush? Check. She has her stash packed and ready for whatever the night entails.

Catseye London Lips Make-Up Bag ($17)

Benefit Cosmetics BADgal Lash Mascara

Benefit Cosmetics BADgal Lash Mascara

For best results, apply this lash-enhancer as you crank up M.I.A.'s "Bad Girls."

Benefit Cosmetics BADgal Lash Mascara ($19)

MAC Lipstick

MAC Lipstick

Lady Danger by name, Lady Danger by reputation. Every cool girl worth the salt on the rim of her margarita glass is a fan of this vibrant red-orange lippy.

MAC Lipstick in Lady Danger ($17)

Rodial X-treme Hangover Mask

Rodial X-treme Hangover Mask

Hangovers happen to the best of us. You know she'll make good use of this restorative mask, especially when you throw in a bottle of coconut water to sweeten the deal.

Rodial X-treme Hangover Mask ($56)

Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo

Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo

Dry shampoo is the girl-on-the-go's essential item . . . especially when she's been out the night before and totally overslept.

Amika Perk Up Dry Shampoo ($22)

The Danish Girl
Everett Collection and Focus Features

The Danish Girl

Believe it: Eddie Redmayne is about to be your new beauty inspiration. Thanks to this moving biopic, we're all obsessing over finger waves, art nouveau, and Copenhagen's chalky blues.

Claus Porto Madrigal Soap

Claus Porto Madrigal Soap

The floral-print packaging is gorgeous, yes, but we're equally fond of the lily of the valley scent. The flower inspired Lili Elbe's name, after all.

Claus Porto Madrigal Box of 3 Soaps ($36)

Houbigant Paris Quelques Fleurs Solid Perfume Compact

Houbigant Paris Quelques Fleurs Solid Perfume Compact

Presentation is everything. Lili would most definitely approve of this ornate compact.

Houbigant Paris Quelques Fleurs Solid Perfume Compact ($135)

Lipstick Queen Lip Nouveau Kit

Lipstick Queen Lip Nouveau Kit

Capture the spirit of the era via these lusciously intense berry shades.

Lipstick Queen Lip Nouveau Kit ($48)

Yves Saint Laurent 5 Couleurs Couture Palette

Yves Saint Laurent 5 Couleurs Couture Palette

This palette perfectly captures the washed-out, cornflower blues of Copenhagen.

Yves Saint Laurent 5 Couleurs Couture Palette ($60)

Hot Shot Tools Ceramic Tourmaline Curling Iron 1 Inch Hot Shot

Hot Shot Tools Ceramic Tourmaline Curling Iron 1 Inch Hot Shot

Need help with those retro finger waves? A wand with a small barrel is all you need.

Hot Shot Tools Ceramic Tourmaline Curling Iron 1 Inch Hot Shot ($46)

Inside Out
Everett Collection and Disney/Pixar

Inside Out

She's happy and she knows it. Embrace Joy's exuberant, childish energy with these playful picks.

Jean Patou Joy Forever Eau de Toilette

Jean Patou Joy Forever Eau de Toilette

The name says it all. It's hard to not be dazzled by heady top notes of bergamot, mandarin, and galbanum.

Jean Patou Joy Forever Eau de Toilette ($110)

L.A. Colors Mood Gloss

L.A. Colors Mood Gloss

This color-changing gloss settles into a shade of pink based on your mood.

L.A. Colors Mood Gloss, In the Mood ($2)

Rituals Touch of Happiness Whipped Body Cream

Rituals Touch of Happiness Whipped Body Cream

End your bubble bath on a high note by coating skin in this intoxicating citrus-scented cream.

Rituals Touch of Happiness Whipped Body Cream ($29)

Lush The Experimenter Bath Bomb

Lush The Experimenter Bath Bomb

Big kids will go crazy for this bath bomb's explosion of colors.

Lush The Experimenter Bath Bomb ($9)

Spectre
Everett Collection and Jonathan Olley/©Columbia Pictures

Spectre

A true Bond bombshell, like the lovely Madeleine Swann, is sultry and sure of herself. Look for classically sexy lipsticks and shadows, plus beauty gadgets that could have come out of Q's lab.

Karen Walker Amber Craft Mirror Compact

Karen Walker Amber Craft Mirror Compact

This clandestine compact is so gorgeous, we don't blame you for staring at it instead of your own reflection.

Karen Walker Amber Craft Mirror Compact ($48)

Charlotte Tilbury Life-Changing Lashes Eyelash Curler

Charlotte Tilbury Life-Changing Lashes Eyelash Curler

It's like Goldfinger went into the beauty business.

Charlotte Tilbury Life-Changing Lashes Eyelash Curler ($22)

NARSissist Smokey Eye Kit

NARSissist Smokey Eye Kit

A smoky eye is crucial to achieving that femme fatale look.

NARSissist Smokey Eye Kit ($59)

Dolce & Gabbana Beauty Voluptuous Lipstick

Dolce & Gabbana Beauty Voluptuous Lipstick

What could be better than a glam lipstick inspired by Monica Bellucci herself?

Dolce & Gabbana Voluptuous Lipstick ($36)

Mad Max: Fury Road
Everett Collection and Jasin Boland/©Warner Bros.

Mad Max: Fury Road

With all due respect to Furiosa's badass buzz cut, we're especially drawn to the ethereal, sun-soaked beauty of The Wives, headed up by Rosie Huntington-Whiteley. Seek out Australian brands, all-natural products, and pure, hydrating ingredients.

Bliss Multi-"Face"-eted All-in-One Anti-Aging Clay Mask

Bliss Multi-"Face"-eted All-in-One Anti-Aging Clay Mask

Is there anything earthier than a clay mask?

Bliss Multi-"Face"-eted All-in-One Anti-Aging Clay Mask ($50)

Aesop Mandarin Facial Hydrating Cream

Aesop Mandarin Facial Hydrating Cream

Just the thing to nourish your skin when evil dictators are hogging the water supply.

Aesop Mandarin Facial Hydrating Cream ($49)

Shu Uemura Depsea Water Facial Mist

Shu Uemura Depsea Water Facial Mist

Refresh dry, tired skin with this invigorating, mint-scented spritz.

Shu Uemura Depsea Water Facial Mist ($25)

Guerlain Terracotta Terre d'Été

Guerlain Terracotta Terre d'Été

Sometimes you just have to fake that sun-baked skin with a stunning bronzer.

Guerlain Terracotta Terre d'Été ($76)

Cinderella
Everett Collection and Jonathan Olley/©Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures

Cinderella

Who didn't get swept up in the magic and romance of Disney's live-action remake of Cinderella? Look no further when it comes to finding made-for-a-princess presents for that special someone who's still crushing hard on Lily James's English rose beauty and sparkling costumes. Can't say we blame her!

Armani Fluid Sheer in Shade 6

Armani Fluid Sheer in Shade 6

This cheek tint is responsible for giving Lily James her beautiful rosy cheeks in the film. Glass slipper sold separately.

Armani Fluid Sheer in Shade 6 ($62)

Laura Mercier Fairy Dust Eye Shimmer

Laura Mercier Fairy Dust Eye Shimmer

Sparkling eyes are perfect for a big night out . . . or for whenever she feels like re-creating her favorite fairy tale.

Laura Mercier Fairy Dust Eye Shimmer ($28)

Jennifer Behr Silver-Tone Swarovski Crystal Headband

Jennifer Behr Silver-Tone Swarovski Crystal Headband

If showering your hair in individual crystals seems too over the top, make do with a stunning headpiece instead. This silver stunner is fit for a princess.

Jennifer Behr Silver-Tone Swarovski Crystal Headband ($500)

Essie Encrusted Treasures Nail Polish in Ignite the Night

Essie Encrusted Treasures Nail Polish in Ignite the Night

Nothing like a glamorous, glittery manicure to guarantee belle-of-the-ball status.

Essie Encrusted Treasures Nail Polish — Ignite the Night ($9)

Fifty Shades of Grey
Everett Collection and Chuck Zlotnick/©Focus Features

Fifty Shades of Grey

She looks tame, but deep down your BFF is a wild child just like Anastasia Steele. She's sweet but seductive and just needs the right beauty buys to nudge her closer to sexpot status. That's where you come in.

Shu Uemura House of Lashes Bombshell False Eyelashes

Shu Uemura House of Lashes Bombshell False Eyelashes

Supermodel lashes are perfect for transforming someone into a vixen on the weekend. Slip her a set before your next girls' night out.

Shu Uemura House of Lashes Bombshell False Eyelashes ($30 for a pack of three)

Jin Soon Cantata-Colorless

Jin Soon Cantata-Colorless

Who needs 50 shades when one will do? This gray tone features a shimmery purple finish for added sex appeal.

Jin Soon Cantata-Colorless ($18)

Michael Kors Ultimate Body Lotion

Michael Kors Ultimate Body Lotion

A subtle sparkle makes this lotion just the thing to layer on before flashing those bare legs.

Michael Kors Ultimate Body Lotion ($48)

Physicians Formula Sexy Booster Cat Eye Collection Liquid Eyeliner, Ultra Black

Physicians Formula Sexy Booster Cat Eye Collection Liquid Eyeliner, Ultra Black

Worn with or without supersized false lashes, a flick of black liquid liner oozes seductive intentions.

Physicians Formula Sexy Booster Cat Eye Collection Liquid Eyeliner, Ultra Black ($10)

Victoria's Secret Forever Sexy Eau de Parfum

Victoria's Secret Forever Sexy Eau de Parfum

The pink corset packaging says it all, really.

Victoria's Secret Forever Sexy Eau de Parfum ($58-$78)