Now that the holiday rush is over and you’re (hopefully) holding onto some end of the year gold in the form of a bonus check, here are a handful of self-gifting ideas to help ensure both your style and your career are ready to make in impact in 2017. Enjoy!
A New Plan
Everyone has their favorite organizer, and we are in PR Girl heaven with the look, feel and function of the Day Designer. There’s a reason this planner is such a hit with influencers and creatives alike.
January 2017 Flagship Edition: Palm, $59, available at Day DesignerRing in the New Year
Yes girl, it’s time honor your self with a bit of self-love jewelry. This slim band will pair nicely with the rest of your rings or shine quietly on it’s own (just like you).
Blue Saphire Floret Ring. $690, available at Bowen NYC
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It’s always a good idea to expand your expertise and add to your services. The International Style Institute offers courses for aspiring stylists and content creators. Sign up today with code wishlist for 25% off and get ready to slay June 2-4 in New York City.
International Style Institute course, $1387.50 w/ code, available at International Style InstituteSponsored Suggestion
New Year, New Scent
Make 2017 the year you choose a fabulous, signature scent. May we suggest one developed by fashion industry great who once said, “This is a great shame, but of course there have to be some things in life that not everybody can have, and great perfume is one of them.” Ahem.
Diana Vreeland Outrageous Eau de Parfum, $185, available at Neiman Marcus
Screen Protection
In PR, we spend hours each day staring at/squinting at/shaking our heads at, screens. Whether you need a prescription or not, these stylish frames will cut down on eye fatigue so you can keep scrolling and tapping, all while protecting your pretty eyeballs.
Brittany Eyeglasses with EBD Digital Protective Lenses, $25, available at Eye Buy Direct
Brush off 2016
When was the last time you replaced your makeup brushes? If you’re anything like us…never? Do your skin – and your makeup bag – a favor and pick up this delightful travel pack of palm-sized vegan makeup brushes.
Jenny Patinkin Petite Brush Collection, $85 available at Jenny PatinkinRose Colored Everything
If 2016 did it’s worst on your favorite pair of sunnies, cut your losses and grab a new and improved pair. These are designed to stay on your face (no more pushing up your frames every 5 seconds) so you can calmly, cooly face anything.
Kraz Mulberry Sunglasses, $95, available at CovryHair Goals
The most fun you’ve ever had with haircare. Simply take the quiz and viola – your very own personalized shampoo and conditioner. Plus, you get to name your duo (a branding girl’s dream!) We’re 100% in (and yes, PR Couture shampoo is on its way!).
Function of Beauty Haircare, starting at $32, available at Function of BeautyDown to Business
We can’t think of a better brand to help you build out a wardrobe of workplace basics to put your signature spin on than Klarety. Whether you choose to tastefully riot in a red pencil skirt (with your trusty PR Couture PR Girl tee of course), or add in a wear-anywhere LBD, refit your closet with essential pieces that will support you all the way to that promotion. You’re so ready.
Pictured: Cresta High Waist Pencil Skirt, $113, and Paseo Short Sleeve Fit and Flare Dress, $215, available at Klarety
Ahead of The Pack
Mini backpacks are having a moment. This one is PR Girl black approved and made of socially conscious and vegan friendly materials.
Mateo Mini Backpack, $69.50, available at M.R.K.T.Lady in Red
This is a brand all your fashion friends will be talking about, so jump ahead of the line and pick up a pair now. Constructed entirely from vegan, eco-friendly and sustainable elements all the way down to the dust bags (though you’d never know it). Bonus: Veerhah supports the future of females through their partnership with She’s the First. Even without all that, we are having a hard time saying no to anything with tassels lately, how about you?
Mulan in Red Volcano, $268, available at VEERAH
Like Royalty
We can think of no better sentiment when navigating our stress-filled, crazy industry than this ‘To Thine Own Self Be True’ Necklace, featuring the clarity boosting properties of amethyst.
To Thine Own Self Be True Necklace, $79 (though the entire site is 50% off for a limited time), available at AgooaPR Girl Prep
For PR Girls just starting out, the PR Couture PRISM Course offers 6-weeks of self-study across personal branding, PR skill upgrades and career planning, plus an exclusive membership group. Professional aspirations become reality when you become a Prismadonna.
PRISM DIY Course, $197, available at PR CoutureRight on Time
Yes, you can see what time it is on your phone, but we think there is something supremely classy about a feminine watch, particularly one that comes with its own accessories.
Anne Klein watch set, $158, available at Macy’sQuick Shopping Links
the splurge

Bowen NYC Small Floret Ring 8k yellow gold and .21 ct. diamond cut blue sapphires, $690, Bowen NYC
Digital Protector

Brittany Eyeglasses with EBD Digital Protective Lenses, $38, available at Eye Buy Direct