Don't get us wrong: we love a good deal. There's nothing quite as satisfying as discovering a product that performs and comes from the drugstore. But there's also something wonderful about pampering yourself or a loved one with a truly worth it luxury beauty gift. Since it's the season for giving, we have rounded up the top pricey picks [1] that are actually worth the splurge. And if you still can't afford any of these $250 and up gifts, then enjoy the eye candy!
AERIN x Edie Parker Set
The gift: AERIN x Edie Parker Set [2]
Price: $1,350
Why it’s worth it: You already need a beautiful clutch for all of those holiday parties, so why not buy one that comes with a limited-edition AERIN Rose de Grasse Lipstick and Gold Travel Comb? This limited-edition Edie Parker gray pearlescent acrylic bag features an exclusive white rose motif, which is a nod to Aerin’s Rose de Grasse fragrance. Not only is it stunning, but it will also make you feel as chic as Aerin Lauder (the granddaughter of Estée Lauder) when you wear it.
Paige Novick For Kilian Collection Scented Ring
The gift: Paige Novick for Kilian Collection Scented Ring [3]
Price: $2,400
Why it’s worth it: Since reapplying your fragrance all day is so much work, perfumer Kilian Hennessy had the genius idea to create scented jewelry. He joined forces with edgy yet elegant jewelry designer Paige Novick on a line of seriously chic baubles. This two-finger cocktail ring features white diamonds and gray pearls, and it can be customized in yellow or black gold. Inside, a ceramic disc houses your favorite Kilian fragrance and slowly diffuses while you wear it.
Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick Wardrobe
The gift: Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution Lipstick Wardrobe [4]
Price: $305
Why it’s worth it: Makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury works with celebrities like Amal Clooney and Kate Moss [5], and if her eponymous brand is good enough for those beauties, it certainly has our stamp of approval. This Fall, Charlotte released a new matte formula for her lipsticks, and we can’t stop applying the creamy, pigmented shades. Now, you can get 10 of the coveted pucker colors that range from punchy pinks to Kylie Jenner-inspired mauves. Yes, a lipstick wardrobe is necessary, and you need these!
Kelly Wearstler For La Mer Vanity Box
The gift: Kelly Wearstler for La Mer Vanity Box [6]
Price: $1,200
Why it’s worth it: If you’ve been dying to get your hands on La Mer’s new serum, Genaissance [7], why not snatch it up in a decadent case? Interior designer Kelly Wearstler created this walnut wood, bronzed box exclusively for the skin care brand. It features Wearstler’s signature crystals, which she personally selected and applied by hand at her Los Angeles studio. It’s inspired by the Genaissance package, and it will make you feel like a queen every time you go to apply it.
La Prairie Caviar Spectaculaire
The gift: La Prairie Caviar Spectaculaire [8]
Price: $2,200
Why it’s worth it: Baccarat teamed up with La Prairie to create this handcrafted and mouth-blown crystal caviar server in the former brand’s iconic Harcourt style and the latter’s signature cobalt blue color. It houses a 75 milliliter size of the classic Skin Caviar Luxe Cream, and once you finish the product, it pops out so you can transform the vase into an elegant caviar server. Perhaps this is the chicest hostess gift ever?
Estée Lauder Limited Edition Shining Stars Powder Compact
The gift: Estée Lauder Limited Edition Shining Stars Powder Compact [9]
Price: $250
Why it’s worth it: Your makeup can be treated like a beautiful accessory when contained in this crystal-adorned, starry-night-inspired compact. It features Estée Lauder refillable Lucidity Translucent Pressed Powder, so you can use it well into the New Year. Powdering your nose on date night just got a whole lot more sophisticated!
GHD Arctic Hold Blow-Dryer and 1-Inch Professional Styler
The gift: GHD Arctic Hold Blow-Dryer and 1-Inch Professional Styler [10]
Price: $375
Why it’s worth it: Raise your hand if you’re guilty of leaving your hot tools on top of your vanity for quick touch-ups. Yep, us too. That’s why it’s important to attain chic-looking heat stylers. These gold-accented tools are not overly sparkly while still showcasing a nice gleam. And you can count on them to make getting decked out for holiday parties that much more festive.
By Terry Baume de Rose Trio Deluxe
The gift: By Terry Baume de Rose Trio Deluxe [11]
Price: $339
Why it’s worth it: What happens when you take the iconic Baume de Rose lip balm and infuse it with 24 karat gold? Well, this gilded gift to start! It includes three limited-edition formulas in white, yellow, and rose gold that will keep your lips nourished in case you find yourself under mistletoe or next to a sexy stranger when the ball drops.
Anya Hindmarch Makeup Cosmetics Case
The gift: Anya Hindmarch Makeup Cosmetics Case [12]
Price: $385
Why it’s worth it: You spent enough on all of that makeup — you might as well ensure it doesn’t get ruined during holiday travels. This leather-trimmed, cheeky case features a special compartment for brushes and a bottom “shelf” for loose palettes, powder compacts, and lipsticks. Dare we say stashing your stuff in it will actually make packing fun?
Tom Ford Lips and Boys 50-Piece Set
The gift: Tom Ford Lips and Boys 50-Piece Set [13]
Price: $1,950
Why it’s worth it: Tom Ford lipsticks are spectacular — they’re creamy, yet they stay in place. The neutrals are flattering and the brights pop. And they all have this delicious slightly marshmallow scent (can you tell we’re big fans?). Why choose just one when you can snap up all 50 of Tom Ford’s Lips and Boys baby lipsticks, which are named after the men in his life (including Drake [14])?
Chanel No. 5 Grand Extrait Crystal
The gift: Chanel No. 5 Grand Extrait Crystal [15]
Price: $15,000
Why it’s worth it: There are only 50 of these made-to-order bottles containing a 30.4-ounce size of the Chanel No.5 fragrance. Each bottle is handcrafted with fine crystal, making it the ultimate decor collectable. The scent is delivered in a white leather coffret, ensuring it has a sturdy home for storage and travel.