The Hatchet’s holiday season event guide for both thrifty and luxury spenders
Splurge: The Yves Saint Laurent Holiday Set from Sephora includes signature YSL items (eye pencil, lip gloss, highlighter and mascara) all presented in a chic, black make up bag – $65
Save: Smashbox Tryit Kit from Sephora includes lip enhancing lipgloss, Hyperlash Mascara, eyeliner and primer. For $19, you get a little bit of everything.
Both available at 3065 M St., NW or sephora.com
Splurge: Consider the pave acorn necklace from Madewell. The studded golden acorn is unique and quirky, and is sure to be an eye-catcher – $45
Available at 1237 Wisconsin Ave., NW or madewell.com
Save: An initial heart locket necklace from Urban Outfitters is tiny, simple and elegant. This is a great gift for that special someone – $18
Available at 3111 M St., NW or urbanoutfitters.com
Splurge: Bon Jovi is coming to town Feb. 10. Ticket prices range from $72-$1795.
Available at ticketmaster.com
Save: Share the holiday cheer with music and buy a friend Michael Buble’s Christmas album – $10.28
Available at amazon.com
Splurge: Take that special someone out for a cozy three-course Christmas dinner at the Bourbon Steak House in the Four seasons hotel – $80/person
2800 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
202-944-2026 for reservations
Save: “Student Cookbook” offers 100 recipes for quick, delicious meals and fresh versions of take out favorites – $10
Available at 3111 M St., NW or urbanoutfitters.com