Review: YSL Holiday 2009 Makeup Set

Yesterday I did a little pre-holiday shopping - for myself, haha. I stopped into Sephora specifically to pick up the Yves Saint Laurent holiday makeup kit. I am huge fan of prepackaged makeup sets. They are the perfect little gift for yourself, any time of the year. I spotted this beauty in the Sephora holiday 2009 catalog I received in the mail earlier this week. I have to admit - being a handbag lover - I was instantly attracted to the gorgeous black YSL clutch. And for $60? Come on, how could I resist.

So here's my take on the set. I think it is totally worth the price. It includes a gorgeous, full size apricot-flavored lipgloss, a full size luminous radiance, a travel size mascara and a travel size eyeliner. I used everything but the mascara last night before I went to dinner. I love them all! The eyeliner goes on so smoothly and it's the perfect makeup bag size!

Now, the best part - the clutch. As I said, the main reason I purchased the set was for the adorable black clutch. It is one of the only makeup/perfume set bags that I've seen without the word "parfums" or something along those lines imprinted below the logo. I was a little disappointed by the quality of it, however. I guess one shouldn't expect much for the price - considering the 4 cosmetic items that were included. It is a little flimsy to touch, but at a glance it looks rather luxurious.

All in all, the YSL holiday 2009 gift set is worth every penny. I'm sure you'll love it as much as I did. But get it fast, because this item is a limited edition and probably will sell out before Christmas. Get it here @ Sephora.