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.