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Our Top Picks for the Week of December 17, 2018

With a luxurious hand and cuticle treatment and cozy cashmere gloves, this week's top picks will come in handy for gift giving. These caramels are great to have on hand as a last-minute gift for any unexpected exchanges. For hand-made treats, this baking set will charm the Star Wars lover in your world. ("Love it, they will." -- Yoda) And for you, get NYE-ready with a stunning and timeless black gown and marquis-set diamond studs (also timeless!).Ali: The Stapleton Gown by Likely is one of those dresses that fits most body types. It accentuates the waist and it has a gorgeous slit that shows off your leg without being too much. We had three TSALT employees try it on -- all different sizes and shapes -- and it looked great on each of them! You may have to size up in this brand, so keep that in mind, but this dress is the perfect option to keep in your closet for black tie events and weddings. (Available at TSALT, $328)Angela: Using the same insulation technology as space blankets, the Patchology Perfect Ten Self-Warming Hand and Cuticle Mask is a deeply moisturizing, indulgently luxurious treatment. (Available at Bellacara, $10)Celeste: Step it up a notch from your fleece hand-warmers to these fanciful, fingerless gloves by Margaret O’Leary. The exquisite pearl detail adds so much elegance to an accessory that some peeps may see as utilitarian. These hand-warmers are anything but! Plus they are made with the softest cashmere and merino wool. (Available at Kiskadee, $98)Meaghan: These diamond cluster earrings are the perfect solution if you're looking for some elegant diamond studs that won't break the bank. The marquis-shaped setting features four discreetly set small round diamonds to create a sweet sparkle. We feature them in our showroom in 14k white gold but we can always custom order them in your preferred setting. (Available at Alx&Co., $735)Elizabeth: Need a last-minute stocking stuffer? A little something for your neighbor? A tall sleeve of McCrea's caramels are the perfect solution and who doesn’t love a little something sweet? Did we mention they are really, really, really good? (Available at The Hive, $16)Amy: Perfect for Star Wars fans who have fun in the kitchen, this 6-piece baking set includes all the tools you need to roll, cut, and bake cookies featuring your favorite Star Wars characters. (Available at Red Barn Mercantile, $80)