A Gift Guide Curated With Care
intentional pieces for everyone on your list 🎁
i’m not really a gift guide person. they kind of stress me out—too many options, decision paralysis, and half the time it’s just a roundup of random crap you’ll throw out before next year. plus, let’s be real, nothing screams ‘tis the season like perpetuating capitalism (!!!) but... i can’t lie, they do help when i have zero clue what to gift someone.
over the last couple of years, my family and i have totally changed how we do gifts. we’ve gotten super intentional—one gift per person max. gift-giving is sweet and all, but for some of us, it’s stress central. the holidays shouldn’t be about running yourself ragged or going broke because you feel obligated to buy everyone a present. it should be about what actually matters—hanging out with your people, eating good food, sipping something cozy, and just vibing together.
so, with that in mind, here’s a short & sweet & intentional gift guide i put together for you. these are things i have and love or would be thrilled to get. a few are on the bougie side, but i’m all about giving gifts that actually last—things people will use and think of you every time they do.
many of the items listed below are on sale for Black Friday!
for them, in the kitchen
cooking vessel & home decor | Dutchess Dutch Oven, Great Jones $180
if there were a perfect mug | Chunky Cup & Saucer, Gustaf Westman $75
a cool electric kettle | Alessi Electric Kettle, Michelle De Lucci $125
hosting is more fun with this | Splatter Enamel Platter, Toast $55
my favorite bowls | Splatter Small Serving Bowl, Crow Canyon Home $16
for jammy egg mornings | Egg Cup Set, Frances Savage $50
for them, in the bathroom
the only hair mask i use | Foundation Mask, Rōz $48
claw clips that hold thick hair too | XL Crush Clip, Supercrush $22
a clean ingredient all-over oil | Naked Body Oil, Osmia $65
elevate bath time | Tub Kit No. 1, Maude $36
to set the bath time vibe | Beeswax Twist Dinner Candle, Skar Organics $19
this soap is the perfect smell | Juniper & Clay Soap, Pinch $15
for the homebody
any excuse for more oyster merch | Oyster Incense Holder, The Go-To $55
everyone needs a bright coffee table book | What She Means, Joan Didion $34
give me nice towels or give me death | Premium Bath Towels, Hommey $75
a real good pair of slippers | Sunday Slippers, Bombas $85
burn it long, burn it bright | Medium Roasted Hazlenut Candle, Loewe $245 (lol wtf)
a real good pair of socks | Wool Socks, Decka $50
for the stylish one
a forever sweater made sustainably | Jumper No.17, Babaá $285
the coolest jacket for her & him | Petrol Jacket, Elwood Clothing $145
one of my favorite sweaters | Sloane Vee, James St. Co $340
when it’s time to dress up | Tall Tote Pecan, Fréja NYC $278
my present to myself this year | Garden Mule, Aime Leon Dore $95
i need this in every color | Ona Soft Bag, Ölend $85
for the guy who has everything
soda water but make it aesthetic | Carbonator 3, Aarke $229
a simple skincare routine | Black Clay Facial Soap, Osmia $24
for all the trips he’s taking you on | Hunter Toiletry Bag, Dagne Dover $65
ridiculous socks are mandatory at this point | Sushi Socks Gift box, The Go-To $39
date night in, he’s cooking | Blue Carbon Steel Wok, Made In $99
why do all men love coolers so much | Hopper Flip 8 Soft Cooler $160
for the person you don’t want to spend more than $50 on
a nice olive oil goes a long way | Garlic Olive Oil, Brightland $40
for the friend who likes food & travel | Fare Magazine, Fare $25
if it’s not in this cup i don’t want it | Glass Cup & Glass Lid, DOITTOOL $20
for literally anything that goes in a bowl | ReBowl, Material Kitchen $25
an aesthetic toothbrush holder | Pewter Cups, True Vintage $48
random but who wouldn’t want this | Enamel Milk Pan, Salter House $42
and lastly, if you want a sweet homemade gift
make these spiced nuts and gift them in a cute bag with a little gift note!
