As soon as Halloween passed, we started getting emails from brands and retailers about their newly unveiled gift selections. It seemed early, but a quick look at the calendar explained why: Thanksgiving is late this year, so if shoppers wait as long to shop as they might normally, things are going to be a bit tight for all involved. To ease you into the process of checking people off your list, we’re kicking off our annual set of gift guides with things that are sure to satisfy someone on your list. Don’t we all know someone who would love some new nail polish, a set of sparkly earrings or an obscenely soft robe?
Alexandra von Furstenberg Fearless Treasure Box
$250 via ShopBop
Barbour Tartan Hip Flask
$59 via Nordstrom
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Robe
$98 via Nordstrom
Ben-Amun Silver-Plated Swarovski Earrings
$210 via Net-a-Porter
C. Wonder Buffalo Check Throw Blanket
$68 via ShopBop
C. Wonder Chevron Decander
$58 via ShopBop
Deborah Lippmann 15th Anniversary Nail Polish Collection
$49 via Neiman Marcus
Diptyque Mini Candle Set
$75 via Bloomingdale’s
Eddie Borgo Silver-Plated Pyramid Bracelet
$225 via Net-a-Porter
Elizabeth & James Cynnie Sling Bag
$545 via Net-a-Porter
FINDS x YMC Leather Satchel
$340 via Net-a-Porter
Haflinger Doggy Slippers
$77 via Nordstrom
Illesteva Leonard Round Frame Glasses
$180 via Net-a-Porter
Jawbone UP24 Fitness Wristband
$130 via Nordstrom
Jonathan Adler King Queen Reversible Clutch
$55 via Jonathan Adler
Kate Spade Glitter Stud Earrings
$38 via Nordstrom
Kendra Scott Corley Earrings
$85 via Kendra Scott
Madeleine Thompson Maddy Cashmere Beanie
$175 via Net-a-Porter
Marc by Marc Jacobs Turn Around Kim Shoulder Bag
$200 via Net-a-Porter
Oscar de la Renta Fashion Book
$125 via ShopBop
Ralph Lauren Metropolis Old Fashioned Glasses and Watersmiths Ice Baller
$95 and &85 via Neiman Marcus
The Case Factory Python-Embossed iPhone Case
$150 via Neiman Marcus
Tom Dixon London Crocus and Brick Scented Candle
$80 via MR PORTER
Uniform Wares 152 Series Stainless Steel Watch
$360 via MR PORTER
Urban Decay Naked Palette
$54 via Nordstrom
Love the Adler clutch and Haflinger slippers! Wouldn’t mind finding those under the tree on Christmas Eve…
My Christmas shopping is almost done, only 2 gifts still have not been found. Only 4 people (incl. me 😀 ) will be getting new bags this year – a flower print pinch closure bag for my BFF, a lovely black-and-white small number for MIL and an Abro tote with an obscene amount of gorgeous HW for my Mum.
The BF will be getting his hands on a blood pressure meter and some Calvin Klein boxers – well, merry Christmas to me too, he looks so hot wearing them :P” (the boxers, not sure about the BPM). BIL has some cooking to do along with his new Bobby Chinn Vietnamese Food book. SIL’s scented candles and body care products are waiting for me in Tallinn and goddaughter’s maracas and drums (believe it or not, her Mum asked me to those for her! I smell instant regret…) haven’t made an appearance on my radar screen yet.
In total, after making some incredible finds and great deals, the total as of now comes to less than 320 euros so according to my very rough calculations I’ve saved more than I’ve spent! =)
My pressie came in the mail 2 weeks ago, a gorgeous black hobo that’s already gotten some use. I’m impatient like that.