https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:09:11 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1617080 Wed, 17 Feb 2016 04:06:16 +0000 gradfashionista 1617080@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hooray, I'm so glad the package made it to you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1617043 Wed, 17 Feb 2016 02:57:23 +0000 Sal 1617043@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anne - your secret Santa was Aida:)</p> <p>Jenny - yay, that is awesome news.</p> <p>We all got there in the end!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1616988 Wed, 17 Feb 2016 01:13:43 +0000 anne 1616988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenny, that's such good news!!! How amazing.</p> <p>And PS I still don't know who my Secret Santa was! I loved my gift! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1616980 Wed, 17 Feb 2016 01:02:23 +0000 Jenny H 1616980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Remarkably, and seemingly against all odds, my YLF Secret Santa gift arrived today. Yes, February 16, more than two months after designated gift opening day and exactly three months from the date of the postmark (November 16). Thank you US Post Service for finding me after I had given up all hope! What a mysterious journey the package must have taken. It arrived to me intact and beautifully wrapped.&nbsp; </p> <p>Thank you grandfashionista for the warmest scarf I've ever had. I have a feeling there will be plenty more cold weather before spring here in Wisconsin so I have no doubt there will be opportunities for me to wear it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1600008 Sat, 09 Jan 2016 00:09:18 +0000 Jenny H 1600008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, grandfashionista! It is absolutely lovely! I cannot get enough of warm things since moving north. It is not impossible that I will receive it. I really appreciate your thoughtfulness!</p> <p>Liz, I have not tried calling the post office but I've been getting many USPS packages successfully delivered to my new address (lots of online shopping for Christmas and to outfit a new apartment). Is there a reason they would deliver some packages but not another? Admittedly, I've never phoned the post office in my life but I guess I could give it a try! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1599448 Thu, 07 Jan 2016 15:42:42 +0000 Liz A. 1599448@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenny, have you called the post office to find out whether they may have your package there? The post man never seems to leave a notice on my door for what it's worth (same region). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1599416 Thu, 07 Jan 2016 14:37:31 +0000 Helena 1599416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a pretty scarf and beach skirt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1599412 Thu, 07 Jan 2016 14:26:14 +0000 gradfashionista 1599412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenny, I was your Secret Santa. I'm sorry you didn't receive your package. I still hope that you receive it, as it's no longer being sold at the e-shop where I purchased it.<br /> I took a conservative approach to your gift. Your style wasn't clear to me from previous posts, but I tried to incorporate your colour preferences (jewel tones) and your climate needs. So, in the end, I settled on this. It might still make its way to you, let's hope! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1599287 Thu, 07 Jan 2016 01:55:48 +0000 retailgirl 1599287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carter, you will love "Wild". I couldn't put it down...thought provoking and inspiring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1599283 Thu, 07 Jan 2016 01:38:12 +0000 Sal 1599283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am delighted yours turned up Anne and sad that yours has gone astray Jenny!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1599267 Wed, 06 Jan 2016 23:58:43 +0000 Jenny H 1599267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sadly, my gift has not yet arrived. At this point it seems like a bit of a lost cause. I fully accept responsibility for not having my correct address on Elfster, so I hope my Santa doesn't feel badly. I'm not sure what the problem was as USPS confirmed they would forward first class mail and packages to my new address for a full year. Alas, I have not received it. </p> <p>Santa, I am very very curious about what I was to receive and who you are. How would you feel about letting me in on the secrets? No worries that I may never get the gift (really, truly, and sincerely), it would be fun to think about what my gift would have been! I very much appreciate your efforts!<br />&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1597502 Thu, 31 Dec 2015 23:41:08 +0000 anne 1597502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My Secret Santa present arrived!!!</p> <p>It was a lovely white infinity scarf with some lip balm and some lip scrub ( I didn't know the latter product existed, but I have thought it should - will be great for our hot Australian summers) The scarf will get tucked away for winter and I look forward to wearing it -  I think it'll be a workhorse</p> <p>I'm am touched at my Secret Santa's willingness to send a gift to the other side of the world - and pay the postage involved!!</p> <p>Thanks so much Secret Santa! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1593041 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 21:45:49 +0000 CocoLion 1593041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've so enjoyed looking at the pictures and reading your descriptions. &nbsp;I had wanted to participate this year but missed the dates, due mostly to my "opposite" forum participation. &nbsp;I am on the forum late at night, or on the slow times like Sundays. &nbsp;Anyway, thanks for arranging everything Sally, and I think I know who your Secret Santa is due to the talented handiwork!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1592987 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 15:54:05 +0000 Elly 1592987@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My computer went into the shop on Friday morning and I was expecting it home that same day, but it has to stay over so I'm just getting around to borrowing a computer. </p> <p>I don't know who my Santa is, but she is definitely a special YLF . . . either a long-time member or someone who spent a great deal of time and attention going through my posts and getting to know me. </p> <p>The lovely gift came shipped in two packages.</p> <p>A pair of beautiful, rich blue sea glass studs were in the chiffon pouch. I put them on right away and got compliments from the SO. Perfect color and organic nature for me! Plus, I love my studs and had been wanting to have a few more pair. </p> <p>The other is a beautiful handmade ceramic creamer-- the blues and browns are very elegant and I love the leaf impressions.It will be perfect for serving warm maple syrups and sauces. Great gift for a ceramist with a new house!</p> <p>Thank you so much, Santa! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1592893 Sun, 13 Dec 2015 03:48:04 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1592893@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I returned from high tea in Boston to find my giftie, a lovely snake pouch from the fabled Danier, containing some artful earrings. I love them both. Thank you Canadian Santa! (I don't think you're the hot man with the white beard, though.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1592836 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 23:38:22 +0000 Sal 1592836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What lovely gifts all round!</p> <p>I will start the big reveal tomorrow (13th US time) as I am hoping the last couple of gifts make their way quickly:)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap/page/2#post-1592794 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 20:38:32 +0000 Karie 1592794@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My secret santa must know how much I love polka dots! I received a beautiful deep red polka dot scarf, and super cute yellow polka dot earrings!&nbsp;</p> <p>I have no idea who you are SS, but thank you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592778 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 20:07:18 +0000 Angie 1592778@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>YAY!!!</b></p> <b><br /> </b> <p><b></b>I'm cheering you all on - you lucky fish!<i> How splendid. </i>Xmas is indeed a time for giving and receiving, and you <b>all</b> do it on style.&nbsp;<br /><b></b></p> <b><br /> </b> <p><b></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592767 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 19:23:39 +0000 Mellllls 1592767@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this thread. Such thoughtful gifts! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592748 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 18:12:06 +0000 Suz 1592748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My Secret Santa was so inventive! To ensure the beautiful wrappings would remain their pristine best, she left them flat in the envelope and—in the best Santa tradition—gave me assembly instructions. :)&nbsp;</p> <p>I did my best, and was wowed by the effect. Better yet, the bag is reusable. :)</p> <p>Santa knows me <b>SOOOO</b> well. </p> <ul> <li>A little sparkle in the form of some Joe Fresh earrings.&nbsp;</li> <li>A lot of warmth and practicality in the form of some Smart Wool socks in my very best colours!! (I SO needed these -- thank you!!)&nbsp;</li> <li>Not to mention a delicious treat of chocolate.&nbsp;</li> </ul> Oh, and also some lovely yarn for Max the cat to play with! :)</p> <p>Thank you, Santa. It's been a rough week at our place and this thoughtful present truly made my day.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592681 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 12:18:46 +0000 Jjsloane 1592681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Apologies for being late, but what a treat to see all the thoughtful and fun gifts. I worked 11 hours yesterday and forgot all about opening my gift. Horror!<br />I just opened it up (before heading back to work) and what a lovely surprise. My secret santa revealed herself so THANK YOU! The packaging was beautiful (outside and in) and the gift exactly right. I will be displaying the gorgeous wine box and will save the divine looking chocolate bar for my evening treat! I adore orange and dark chocolate! The leopard gloves are perfect as I needed new gloves and somehow you knew I am addicted to leopard print!&nbsp;<br />So much fun to participate in this each year. I'm resolved to get back into posting more in 2016!<br />Happy Holidays to you all! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592662 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 10:32:54 +0000 Astrid 1592662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm cheering from the sidelines this year... Lovely presents all around! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592634 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 07:04:42 +0000 Keix 1592634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just got home from a holiday party and remembered that I had yet to open my Secret Santa present! I received a bar of dark chocolate--which is great because I'm lactose-intolerant and thus don't eat milk/white chocolate--and "The Little Book of Yoga" which I LOVE because I've been meaning to get back into yoga for months! It will be a great reference guide for poses, as well as to learn more about yoga's historical foundations.</p> <p>I have no idea who my Santa is, but what a lovely surprise! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592603 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 03:32:49 +0000 rholmes27 1592603@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My Secret Santa sent me these lovely nail polishes. Nail polish is one of my weaknesses, so I'm excited to try them out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592602 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 03:23:25 +0000 Susie 1592602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My package arrived weeks ago and I tucked it away until today. My dear Secret Santa chose an awesome "third piece" made from an antique button. How cool is that?! And it's a perfect color combination of silver and black! </p> <p>I don't know who my Secret Santa is but she's a great shopper! Thank you for the beautiful accessory...I love it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592601 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 03:10:56 +0000 Rubygirl 1592601@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Secret Santas certainly picked many wonderful gifts for everyone.</p> <p>My Secret Santa gift traveled all the way from Australia. I could see the package came from Herbie’s spices.</p> <p>It was all I could do to keep myself from opening the package to see what spice goodies lay inside waiting for me.</p> <p> Finally opening day was upon me. I opened the package and was greeted with a card.</p> <p> My Secret Santa did not disappoint.<br />Inside were 3 package of spices that are local to Australia.</p> <p>Ground Saltbush - This is native to Australia from what I can find out. The Salt Bush leaves are picked fresh, dehydrated to capture the salty herb flavour and ground ready for you to use. The salty flavour with delicate herb tones enhance the flavour of quiches and other egg dishes, breads, scones, dampers and pastries, soups.<br />Salt Bush is also high in Protein (28%). This makes it an ideal ingredient for Vegetarians and Vegans.</p> <p>Lemon Myrtle - Lemon myrtle is a citrus-fragranced spice that is native to coastal regions of Australia. It has been described as “more lemon than lemon”. Lemon myrtle has been growing wild in the coastal areas of New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia for many thousands of years.The aroma of lemon myrtle is similar to a blend of lemon verbena, lemongrass and kaffir lime with a slight eucalyptus background. The flavor is distinctly lemony and tangy, with distinct lime zest notes and a pleasantly lingering, slightly numbing camphor aftertaste. Powdered lemon myrtle leaf is coarse, pale green and when fresh releases all of these aroma and taste attributes</p> <p>Whole Pepperberries - Pepperberries are a very special spice. It’s not just their spectacular bright purple colour that makes them special but their intense heat, versatility and ability to make the most flavoursome and colourful pepper steak! They have a heat between pepper and chili but much more complex, almost sweet in both aroma and effect on the palate. </p> <p>Thoughts and visions of all the various food dishes I can make with these spices filled my head and I have been wondering what to make first.</p> <p>My Staub magic pot will be working its magic for sure. Hubby and I call it a magic pot as it is an enamel cast iron pot that whatever goes in comes out tasting heavenly.</p> <p>Thank you to my Secret Santa. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592576 Sat, 12 Dec 2015 00:22:38 +0000 Robin 1592576@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There were shipping issues with my gift, so the package just arrived yesterday. perfect timing! Thanks Secret Santa for making sure my gift got here.</p> <p>I got a really pretty necklace. To me, this looks like an abstract filigree, with some sort of bead in the upper left quadrant with a circle around it. A plain nylon cord with a clasp was included in the package as another option for wearing the pendant.</p> <p>&nbsp; </p> <p>Anyone willing to give a fuller description?<br />&nbsp;<br />Do we need clos-up pictures to get more details? Please pardon the more than casual lounge wear and hair. </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592547 Fri, 11 Dec 2015 23:33:52 +0000 Theodora 1592547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My lovely polka-dot wrapped gift turns out to be a smashing, brightly colored owl coffee cup! I love it! Just the thing for bright and sunny Florida mornings, watching the birds in my backyard :). I love birds, coffee and bright colors- how did my Secret Santa manage to get all of these together in one gift? Brilliant, thanks Secret Santa! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592543 Fri, 11 Dec 2015 23:29:13 +0000 Jenny H 1592543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What fabulous gifts!!! Mine will be late but I'm sure I will enjoy it whenever it comes. I can't wait to see what everyone else gets too!</p> <p>Carter, I hope you love the book Wild! It is among my favorites. The movie is worth a watch too. I absolutely love the author. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ylf-secret-santa-2015-the-big-unwrap#post-1592456 Fri, 11 Dec 2015 19:34:46 +0000 Alassë 1592456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been waiting to get my package out from the closet. I also have a good guess who my Santa is. </p> <p>My Santa sent 4 presents: a horse journal, a bar of special chocolate, sequinned slippers, and a personal style book. I love horses, journaling, and reading about personal style, so I'm especially excited about those. My girls are already wearing the princess slippers and have a high opinion of the chocolate bar. Thank you, Secret Santa! </p>