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Holiday Gift Guide: Splurge vs Steal

Shop luxe items for less this holiday season with our comprehensive guide.

By Tara Lamont-Djite

Dec 2, 2013

Courtesy of Barneys, Loeffler Randall & Zara

Courtesy of Barneys, Loeffler Randall & Zara

The Bag

A new work-worthy Givenchy tote is the perfect present to gift yourself, but if you're looking for a wallet-friendly version to give your girlfriend, here are two others that are just as covetable.

1. Givenchy Mediam Lucrezia Duffel, $2,185; barneys.com

2. Loeffler Randall Black Studded Duffel Bag, $395; loefflerrandall.com

3. Zara Bowling Bag with Strap, $79.90;zara.com

Courtesy of Dolce Vita, Saks & Steve Madden

The Knee-High Boots

Depending on your holiday budget, a great pair of knee-high boots will be adored by anyone on your list for years to come.

1. Dolce Vita Daroda Boots, $279; dolcevita.com

2. Steve Madden Skokie Boots, $229.95; stevemadden.com

3. Miu Miu Glossy Leather Over-the-Knee Boots, $1,200; saks.com

Courtesy of Net-a-Porter, SHOPBOP & Tory Burch

The Gold Cuff

A gold cuff is the perfect accessory for any LBD, and the ideal outfit accessory to take you from work to party.

1. Marc by Marc Jacobs Apocalyptic Gold Wrapped Cuff, $158; shopbop.com

2. Maiyet Gold-Plated Elongated Cuff, $2,200; net-a-porter.com

3. Tory Burch Everette Gold Cuff, $206.50 (on sale); toryburch.com

Courtesy of Net-a-Porter, Zara & Topshop

The Heels

A great pair of heels is a special surprise for your girlfriend or sister (or even yourself!).

1. Zara Wide Heel Patent-Leather Heel, $79.90; zara.com

2. Topshop Black Studded Pumps, $199; topshop.com

3. Valentino Studded Leather Heels, $1,095; net-a-porter.com

Courtesy of Net-a-Porter, Topshop & Zara

The Leather Jacket

A leather jacket is a wardrobe staple and this season’s must-have item.

1. Zara Leather Jacket, $99.90, zara.com

2. Topshop Leather Jacket, $370; topshop.com

3. Saint Laurent Leather Jacket, $4,990; net-a-porter.com

Courtesy of Dannijo, J.Crew, Juliet & Company

The Jewels

Everyone wants to open a little box with a statement surprise inside. A gorgeous necklace can take any outfit up a notch.

1. Dannijo Lana Necklace, $995; dannijo.com

2. Juliet & Company Petite Forest Necklace, $75; shopbop.com

3. J.Crew Symmetrical Stone Statement Necklace, $135; j.crew.com

Courtesy of Net-a-Porter, Zara & Topshop

The Statement Sweater

Forget unnactrative Christmas sweaters, these statement pieces can be worn year round!

1. Burberry Prorsum Sweater, $1,295; net-a-porter.com

2. Zara Sweater, $49.90; zara.com

3. Topshop Knitted Bunny Motif Sweater, $90; topshop.com

Courtesy of Pixie Market, Topshop & StyleBop

The White Dress

A white dress is both demure and elegant, the ideal outfit for any holiday party.

1. Topshop Ripple High Neck Tunic, $68; topshop.com

2. Pixie Market White Scalloped Dress, $55; pixiemarket.com

3. Valentino Cotton-Silk Embellished Dress, $7,980; stylebop.com

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