It’s the time of year when everyone is looking for great gift ideas and taking advantage of sales promotions. When I am gift giving, the truth is… it usually ends up turning into “one for you and one for me” in my shopping cart (or in a dressing room pre-COVID). I thought I would share my top 10 ideas right now. Some make great gifts for men, women, children or teens (always the hardest) and some might just have to be for you, (retail therapy is actually less expensive and easier to amortize than actual therapy).
Just sayin’!
THE GIFT GUIDE:
Pleather / Vegan leather pants:
Leather pants are the perfect winter wardrobe staple, but you don’t need to overspend! Many companies make vegan or “pleather” alternatives and multiple styles. You can go with a jogger style or a classic jean-cut. They are perfect for day-to-night dressing and outdoor dining. Here’s another option from Intermix too. Click here.
Bluesalt:
is a company in Malibu that makes year-round and sustainable super soft clothing. An amazing gift for men or women is the 1 yard scarf that comes in 10 colors and its natural fabric derives from the Beechtree.
Anthropologie, Marietta Sequined Joggers
Zara, Flared Sequin Leggings
Festive Holiday Pants:
One of my style tricks has always been to wear dressy pants balanced with just a graphic t-shirt or big chunky cardigan or sweater. I love pants and they are much warmer then a dress or skirt so I would try some sequin pants for a festive yet versatile item this season.
Statement Coats:
Adore You Wool Coat, Free People
Ason Parka, Free People
Desert Fringe Coat, Free People
My personal quest this season is for a great coat that is oversized but not too bulky. Statement coats are trending this year as we spend a lot of time outside but I wouldn’t overspend as there are so many options and next year we are all going to want to shed the layers and be free!
Funky Sneakers:
From West2Westport:
I’m always on a quest for fun sneakers and if ever there was a time to skip the heels and finish your look with sneakers - this would be the year! Sneakers can be worn anywhere and everywhere if you “step up” your game from your old running shoes to some fashionable styles.
Cozy Cardigans
Norwegian Short Cardigan, The Wellground
Ribbed Cropped Cardigan, The Wellground
Norwegian Short Cardigan, The Wellground
I have always loved cardigans but typically worn long simple cardigans or traditional solid waist length cardigans. Last year I bought a super chunky lavender cardigan and it became my go to. I now typically mix big colorful cardigans with jeans or leather pants and graphic tees to really make my look fun and mix it up!
Beanies:
Cold AF Beanie, Inked Shop
Winter Warm Beanies, Amazon
Adult-ish Beanie Hat, Etsy
I pretty much wear a beanie hat and long fingerless gloves from October to April.
They also make the perfect gifts and the variety is endless. From kitschy sayings to furry or fleecy ... they really do make winter dressing more exciting.
For the Pet Lover:
For any friend or pet loving human, you can put the actual photo of someone’s pet face onto socks. This makes a great stocking stuffer or night of Hanukkah gift. It’s totally cheesy, but I ordered these for my kids and I have to admit I think they are pretty funny and sweet.
For Him:
For a golf loving husband, child, or friend an amazing gift is customized golf balls. I recently bought my husband these for his birthday, and he loved them!
For the kids:
As a mom of teenage boys - I live in fear of buying a gift that is followed by a forced or fake “thanks” so for the most part I’ve asked for a gift wishlist. However, for my boys (and their teenage girlfriends) one gift I feel confident I can purchase on my own is a shirt, shorts, sweats or accessory made by companies that design in collaboration with rappers or athletes or have a hip-hop vibe. OVO (October’s Very Own), KITH, Drew House, and Vlone are some of their favorites
Pop Smoke x Vlone The Woo Hoodie White
Pop Smoke x Vlone The Woo Hoodie White
OVO Collegiate Long Sleeve T-Shirt
Drew Mascot SS Tee
Kith Fingerless Gloves
Kith Cable Beanie