https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:57:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/3#post-1114429 Sun, 15 Dec 2013 02:00:24 +0000 Elly 1114429@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My awesome hat and the beautiful packaging-- feels very luxurious!&nbsp; I have no idea about the identity of my generous Santa-- does she want to help me out? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/3#post-1111279 Wed, 11 Dec 2013 23:08:28 +0000 MsMary 1111279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Irene, your post cracks me up because it reminds me of one of last year's Shoptoberfest participants (you know who you are ) who actually LIED TO HER CHILDREN about where she was going for the weekend, because she didn't want them to think it was okay to go flying off all the way across the country to have a sleepover with a bunch of strangers from the internet!&nbsp; :D&nbsp; Cracked me up then, cracks me up now!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/3#post-1111186 Wed, 11 Dec 2013 21:31:57 +0000 Irene 1111186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awwww I love seeing everyone's presents! I wish I could participate, but I am too paranoid to share postal addresses on the internet. Shame on me, because it sure looks like fun!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/3#post-1111171 Wed, 11 Dec 2013 21:15:18 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 1111171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It was a few weeks before Christmas and all through the house, not a creature was stirring not even a possum...</p> <p>Am no poet, but late last night when I got home from a Christmas party I was able to open a giant box and inside was a bad from Anthropology (yay), with two lovely owl decorations, a really awesome vase, a stocking and a giant pen (which my daughter would like to give back to Santa as he might need it!).</p> <p>It was a lovely surprise to come how too and I am really appreciative of the efforts my elf went too.</p> <p>Will post pics this evening, was too dark last night and I ran out of time this morning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/3#post-1110206 Wed, 11 Dec 2013 00:37:14 +0000 JulieJohn 1110206@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My elf sent another package, and I couldn't be happier! It's TEA!!!</p> <p>Some local teas from Maryland (ooh, so exotic and mysterious), and some Tazo teas in a beautiful chest.</p> <p>Yay, Elf, you are super! I had some "Black Raven Tea" yesterday and it tasted delicious - it reminded me of my favorite chocolate bar which is Lindt's Black Currant one. Yum city! Thank you! I am overwhelmed, so many prezzies, it's a happy overload. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/3#post-1110022 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 22:04:51 +0000 froggiebecky 1110022@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry for being another one of the late posters, but I, too, had a lovely and generous Elf! I don't know who it is, except that Elfie is from California, and I can't remember who lives there.</p> <p>My package arrived very quickly--around the 1st of December. I had to put it away so I wouldn't be tempted. I didn't photograph the packaging, but inside was a lovely card (my first!--but I'm not expecting many this year). There was also a fab winter white beret! I've been needing some lighter things in the grey here, and this was perfect. And lastly, there were some Trader Joe's green tea mints, which were absolutely perfect. I've been feeling &nbsp;quite homesick (for both the US and Australia) since I've moved here, and receiving one of my favourite treats from home really lifted my spirits.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you, Elf!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/3#post-1109926 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 20:33:35 +0000 catgirl 1109926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late here because I never have time to log on these days, but I had to share that my AMAZING Secret Elf sent me the most beautiful little MAC bag with a lipstick, lip gloss and liner in stunning new-to-me colors.&nbsp; They will definitely be worn for holiday events and beyond.&nbsp; I could not have been more thrilled especially after a long weekend of working, and my DS wanted to know why he can't have a Secret Elf too.</p> <p>I know who my Elf is, but I am keeping mum so as not to mess up any guessing! :)&nbsp;&nbsp; THANK YOU, SE! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109703 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 16:30:53 +0000 Elly 1109703@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm so sorry that I can't post a picture! We had our power go out yesterday because of ice and below zero temps, so no lights for photo taking and no internet. I will post one when I get home on WED or THUR. </p> <p>I love love love my gift. I had put a hat on my wishlist as an idea and never expected to get it! My secret santa was very generous. The hat is perfect, I desperately needed a new one, so soft--- and my very first cashmere! So soft and warm. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109694 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 16:19:29 +0000 Amy 1109694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My secret Santa knew what I needed: a pretty clutch to carry at holiday gatherings! She sent me a great Betsy Johnson clutch with a gold colored base covered with black lace and adorned with a bow. Love it so much! Thank you, Santa! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109430 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 09:25:43 +0000 goldenpig 1109430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much Ornella for organizing! This is one of my favorite parts about YLF--being part of a community of thoughtful and generous friends. I love seeing all the wonderful gifts that everyone got!</p> <p>I had to wait until I got home from work and the kids and DH went to bed so I could upload my pics! My Secret Santa revealed her identity in her card, and I feel so lucky! She totally nailed her gift, because we are style sisters--she knew that whatever she liked I'd love too!</p> <p>I got a lovely handwritten card, and a delicate, pretty silver flower cuff. I can't wait to wear it--it's beautiful! Thanks so much Secret Santa Style Sister for your wonderful gift--so perfect! (And by the way, I love the matchy matchy floral card to go with the bracelet!)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109428 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 09:14:32 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 1109428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ohhh yes. Ornella needs a tiara and sceptre - ultimate accessorising! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109426 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 09:07:31 +0000 ManidipaM 1109426@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also, Ornella, we need to crown you Queen Elf of the North Pole. Or something.</p> <p>This thread is bee-yoo-tee-ful! And not just for the winter warmers, soul soothers, great gift wrappings, personalized accessories and sweet treats here. I hear so many smiles... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109420 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 08:54:38 +0000 ManidipaM 1109420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I didn't get a single prezzie.</p> <p>It's a veritable sackful!</p> <p>My Santa is not only generous, but attentive and thoughtful and humorous and possibly a secret detective. There is too much serendipity and nostalgia to make sense of any other way.</p> <p>Hey, Beth Ann, I can now bet you Santa is a girl. </p> <p>So... TWO packages. Sebt separately. I opened the second one first. Origin: India. How did my elf know I was pining for a paperback and books on child psychology especially? Little M 'petted' the cover thoroughly in approval.</p> <p>Package 1 from Deutschland had a sender's address that's most intriguing (my SO was thoroughly puzzled by both parcels). Inside were baby clothes that aren't pink or blue and will go with everything! And three pairs of long socks! Which were stuffed! With tea and tisane and Nivea and nostalgia. How did Santa know I would find tall boots this winter and be short of socks? Or my tea and herb preferences? Or my weakness for bath products? How could she know I would browse YLF archives for Angie's hand cream post last week when the package arrived last month? Did she know Ma dabbed Nivea on baby me?? And she remembers my outfit posts from an older challenge! Just like Santa never forgets!</p> <p>The card...such a treasure. With an itemized list of significances. Now that really gives me ideas about her secret identity...</p> <p>THANK YOU! to say I am overwhelmed would be a sorry understatement. Big (((hug))) before I start sniffling. My feet are toasty and smile-inducing on cold grey concrete today, and my Midwinter will be warm and fragrant because of you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109419 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 08:43:58 +0000 Neel 1109419@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok why didn't I participate? &nbsp;*Kicking myself*</p> <p>You guys are all so happy. &nbsp;This is a beautiful thread &nbsp;Have fun girls! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109414 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 08:15:43 +0000 CocoLion 1109414@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My package arrived weeks ago, and has been sitting on my dresser waiting patiently. &nbsp;The post mistress in my town of 249 people&nbsp;felt it necessary to confirm that&nbsp;this package was really meant for my PO Box, since it was addressed to "CocoLion Denise." &nbsp;:-) &nbsp;There are two Denises in my town, so she had a point.</p> <p>I am delighted with the set of stud earrings my Secret Santa sent me! &nbsp;It's just what I wanted (and listed on Elfster, thanks for listening!), and my Santa seems to know me very well as I love jewelry designs by Lucky Brand. &nbsp;Also included was a tube of "Butter Gloss" in the color "Tiramisu." &nbsp;Finally there were 3 See's Candies Caramel sticks!!! &nbsp;I think my Santa wanted to whet my appetite. &nbsp;I am enjoying the Pumpkin Pop as I type this.</p> <p>Thank you Secret Santa!<br />Denise</p> <p>ETA -- And I have a few guesses as to who my Santa could be,&nbsp;but that's the extent of it, I'm fairly stumped.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109315 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 04:01:27 +0000 Anonymous 1109315@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have to keep logging on to see all the fun gifts! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109314 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 04:01:11 +0000 Susie 1109314@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My package arrived weeks ago and it was so tempting but I waited. My sweet Santa sent me such great presents! A terrific trio for my lips- 2 pretty tinted balms and a sugar scrub that will be perfect for winter dry lips. </p> <p>I also got 2 yummy chocolate bars! I'm not sharing:) And the most adorable card. My Santa must know that I love babies :)</p> <p>But wait, there's more! A separate card came today with a gift card for Starbucks. When I get to enjoy a latte or hot chocolate, I will be reminded of my lovely Santa and the very special YLF community.</p> <p>I think I know who my Santa is but I will wait for the reveal! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109313 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:55:55 +0000 Vicki 1109313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been walking past&nbsp;my package for weeks, and we kept looking at each other! &nbsp;Then, finally, today is the day we got to meet! &nbsp;My YLF Secret Santa really delivered and knows her elf business!</p> <p>Thank you so much, my sweet elf,&nbsp;for your wonderful note and your perfect gift. &nbsp;Here is the photo of my new Nine West black belt, which I'll wear tomorrow and post. &nbsp;This is a smooth, clean and streamlined belt that I&nbsp;will enjoy immensely. &nbsp;I don't know who you are at the moment, but I want to thank you and Amazon for your amazing holiday secrecy and great delivery.</p> <p>Hugs to you, wherever you are. &nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109302 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:47:03 +0000 citygirldc 1109302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>To my secret santa, thank you so much for the hand cream and rosebud salve which will definitely come in handy this cold winter.&nbsp;&nbsp;And the topping on the cake: the cute "french" earrings to go with my beret. Love them all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109293 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:42:30 +0000 crazyone 1109293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I opened the mailer a few days after the package arrived, but only unwrapped the present and opened the card today. &nbsp;My YLF Santa sent me lovely pearl drop earrings, just like I had asked for! &nbsp;Thank you, Santa!&nbsp; I guess I've been good My YLF Santa is from Washington state, but I'm not sure I know who it is.</p> <p>Edited to add: &nbsp;this has been a very fun thread to read!</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109282 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:29:23 +0000 annagybe 1109282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All I know is my sender is from Chicago.<br />I got a FIERCE bracelet and really nice chevron patterned&nbsp;scarf. I think the scarf will go well with my caramel moto.<br />I love it. Though I think the sender was nervous, because they also included the gift receipts. I don't even know where the nearest&nbsp;Kohl's is in the area.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109272 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:19:51 +0000 Deborah 1109272@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you to my wonderful Secret Santa for the beautiful earrings. &nbsp;They were purchased and sent direct from the Etsy seller so I have&nbsp;<b>no idea</b> who my SS is:) &nbsp;I apologise for not taking a photo of the package, but here are the gorgeous earrings. &nbsp;I was in a hurry this morning (last day of school term) so I am sorry I haven't taken a pic of them on me, but I promise to do so soon. xxx </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109267 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 03:15:23 +0000 rholmes27 1109267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My Secret Santa knew exactly what I needed. I received a lovely red wallet &amp; chocolate (who doesn't need that?). I know my package came from Texas, but don't know/can't remember who lives there. </p> <p>Thx so much, sweet SS. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109231 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 02:43:01 +0000 deb 1109231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is so much fun seeing what everyone received. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109219 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 02:37:43 +0000 rebekahphoto 1109219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you to my secret santa! It's lovely to see all the creative and thoughtful gifts!! </p> <p>My feet will never be cold in the cutest socks showcasing a saying we should all live by,&nbsp; "you're beautiful, don't change."! </p> <p>And I also received a bold and glamorous silver and turquoise cuff, sure to be the perfect accent to an outfit</p> <p>thank you secret santa! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109170 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 01:59:33 +0000 Angie 1109170@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Killer to the power of Killer</p> <p>Big thank you to super fabulous Ornella. And much love too. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109145 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 01:38:56 +0000 Anonymous 1109145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My Santa totally nailed it. I am in love with my bracelet and the socks are awesome. My gift was beautifully packaged too. Thank you Santa! </p> <p>(And also no worries, I am the easiest person in the world to give to).</p> <p>Thank you so much for organizing Ornella. I'm off to oogle the beauties everyone got. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109139 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 01:30:11 +0000 Momo 1109139@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got a beautiful butterfly scarf from my ss! Can't take a pic right now but I will wear it tomorrow and post a picture, Thank you SS! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109127 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 01:19:19 +0000 Diana 1109127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am loving seeing everyone's presents! &nbsp;</p> <p>I have been waiting impatiently all day to come home and open my gift! &nbsp;It shipped directly from Calvin Klein so I have no idea who my secret santa might be! &nbsp;Inside the box was a fabulous snake print belt in a gorgeous deep red color! &nbsp;I had asked on Elfster for Large size belts that I could wear with my low-slung BF jeans, and this will be just perfect! &nbsp;Thank you so much, Santa! &nbsp;=) =) =) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2013-the-time-has-come-to-open-the-gifts/page/2#post-1109116 Tue, 10 Dec 2013 01:10:42 +0000 Von 1109116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been sitting at work all day watching everyone open their gifts and now I'm finally home!&nbsp; My Secret Santa gift has been waiting patiently on the table, even though I know my husband and son have both given it the shakes!</p> <p>My Secret Santa got me a beautiful black scarf -- I have this scarf in every color under the rainbow...except a neutral!&nbsp; This actually goes sooo much better with today's outfit than my green and citron plaid scarf!</p> <p>There was also a massive chocolate bar (yum! Too good to share!), and my favorite nail color (Lincoln Park After Dark from OPI).&nbsp; I may be the very last person still wearing dark polish long after the trend is gone, and I'm ok with it!&nbsp; </p> <p>Thank you Secret Santa for everything, I'm eating chocolate and painting my badly chipped nails tonight in your honor! </p>