Splurge vs. save: How to do Christmas on the cheap
When it comes to buying Christmas gifts, we all know it ain't cheap.
First you have to buy presents for the kids, then there's your parents to think about and don't even mention the countless Kris Kringles you get roped into.
And while everyone may be lusting over those Chloé boots or those designer sunglasses we've been eyeing up all year, there's fat chance they'll find them in their stocking this year.
We've scoured the internet to find the best money-saving items you can buy this year that won't cost you an arm and a leg.
Candles
Nothing says Christmas is here more than a nice festive candle. They set the mood, create an ambience like no other and best of all, they smell incredible.
If you're looking to splurge, this Glasshouse Frangrances $44.95 Night Before Christmas candle will leave your home smelling as festive as pine needles on a Christmas tree.
On the cheaper side is Crabtree & Evelyn's fragranced Noel candle for $25.
Straightening brushes
Forget hair straighteners, it's all about the straightening brushes for Christmas this year.
If you're in the market for a flashy hair wizard, this Dafni brush comes in at $229.
Remington Also do a cheaper $99 version of the brush with keratin and Argan oil-infused bristles.
Ankle boots
Whether the heaven's have opened and it's lashing rain or the sun is splitting the stones, ankle boots are never out of fashion.
At the top of the pile are these $1,7999 Chloé velvet, studded ankle boots.
If you're looking for a similar version at a fraction of the cost, then Asos have these startlingly similar Alloy Stud Suede Ankle Boots on sale for $166.
Purses
Handbags may be beautiful and one of the loves of our lives but we're not going to lie, purses may just be taking their spot in the last few years.
Especially is you happen to be able to afford this gorgeous Gucci Swing wallet.
However it will set you back $775 so if you're after a budget version, maybe this The Daily Edited pale pink continental wallet for $119.95 would suit you better.
Gym leggings
While we may not want to think about hitting the gym in the lead up to Christmas, you just know once Jan 1st hits you'll be wishing you invested in a good pair of workout pants.
For the big spenders, Lululemon have these $149 ombre leggings up for sale, which look very chic with a plain black top.
Or you could head to Cotton On where a very similar pair of two-tone gym pants are on sale for $59.95.
Party dresses
'Tis the season for staff parties, family parties, New Years Eve parties and any other type of celebration you can think of. So of course you need the ultimate party dress that you can tailor for any occasion.
This Zimmermann long silk drape dress is for the splurges out there, coming in at $520.
On the other hand, we found one that looks pretty similar at Portmans for the budget-friendly shoppers out there and it costs just $129.95.
Sunglasses
With the sunny weather we've been having lately, sunglasses could be the ultimate Christmas present.
For those looking for an expensive pair of sunnies, Rayban have a festive pair of $201 gold glasses which will suit just about everybody.
For a budget version, we found a pair that look just like the Raybans in SportsGirl and they cost $29.95.
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