Happy December, friends! This is consistently my most popular gift guide each year, and it’s always so much fun for me to put together. I am by no means expecting all of these things for Christmas – it’s just a dream compilation of gifts I’d love to receive.
It can also act as a gift guide for her, and there’s a wide range of ideas at all different price points! When putting together my gift guides, I often try to recommend products I already own and love, but most things on this list are things I have yet to try.
There are some smaller gift items below the first collage, so keep scrolling for more ideas! I’ve also linked my 2022 LTK gift guides at the bottom of this post if you’re looking for more inspiration.
You can shop this guide directly by clicking the product images in each collage, or you can click the links throughout the post. I can make a small commission when you purchase from my links (at no cost to you) which helps to support my small business, so thank you so much for your support. It truly means a lot to me! I had so much fun putting these gift guides together, so I hope you enjoy them and find them helpful this holiday season.
Happy shopping!
SHOP THE GIFT GUIDE:
Lake Pajamas Set // I love my Lake Pajamas. I have two long-sleeve/pant sets that I received for Christmas last year, and they are by far my favorite pajamas. I do tend to sleep a bit hot, so I’ve had my eye on a long-sleeve/short set for a while. The color ‘Hydrangea’ is a classic, and I’d love to add it to my collection!
White Leather Sneakers // I’ve been wanting a new pair of white leather sneakers for a while, and I love the platform on this pair from Soludos! The leather looks incredibly supple, and I think these can easily be dressed up or down.
Black Fleece // I have a Park Slope fleece from Dudley Stephens in Blush, and I find the fit and style to be so flattering. These are great for relaxing at home, running errands, or dressing up with a skirt for nicer occasions. I think the black version would be really versatile, so I’d love to add it to my wardrobe.
HOKA Clifton 9 // After struggling with my running/athletic shoes always being so uncomfortable (even the expensive ones), I finally took some time earlier this year to learn more about my feet and my instep. It turns out, I have wide feet! I’ve been buying wide shoes ever since, but the one thing I haven’t gotten (but am majorly in need of) is a new pair of athletic shoes. I’ve read that this particular style is great for wide feet and supination, and the color Nimbus Cloud/Ice Blue is so crisp and versatile!
Gray Scarf Jacket // This is one of the trendier items on my list. It gives you a very similar look to the Totême embroidered scarf jacket (which doesn’t have great reviews for the $1,100+ price point), but there’s just something about the style that I find so cute!
Leather Driving Gloves // The dark chocolate brown color of these gloves is gorgeous, and this pair is lined with cashmere to keep your hands warm. My steering wheel is so cold in the morning, so I’d love these for my commute to work!
London Blue Studs // These stud earrings are so beautiful. They’re a little pricey for costume jewelry, but I love the look – they remind me of something Princess Kate would wear, and who doesn’t want to feel like royalty?
Satellite Pearl Bracelet, Pearl Studs, Layered Pearl Bracelet, & Pearl Drop Earrings // I’ve been wanting to add some more pearl pieces to my jewelry collection for a while now, and all of these are simply stunning! They all use sterling silver and freshwater pearls and are so affordable for such classic styles.
Princess Diana Ring // Back to the idea of feeling like a royal – Princess Diana’s blue sapphire engagement ring (that now sits on Kate Middleton’s finger) is probably one of my favorite jewelry pieces I’ve ever laid eyes on. From the deep blue center stone to the sparkly diamond halo, everything about it is simply stunning. I’ve been talking to a jeweler about having a smaller replica made for myself, but I’ve linked something similar if you’ve also had this ring style on your wish list!
Tortoise Sunglasses // Aren’t these just fabulous? The dramatic cat-eye is so fun, and I feel like I’ve been seeing these everywhere lately!
Natori Undies // Nice underwear is so underrated! After having various issues with so many different styles and fabrics, I’m ready to circle back to one of my favorite materials for clothing in general – pima cotton. The French cut of this pair from Natori is so flattering, and you can get three pairs for $48 (which sounds expensive, but the quality of the material makes it so worth it)! The color Cafe is a soft nude and (based on the reviews) is undetectable under clothing.
Black Sunglasses // Somehow, I don’t have a pair of black sunglasses! I wear a lot of lighter colors, so I tend to gravitate more towards tortoise for a softer look, but I’ve been wearing black more often recently, so I’d love the option to wear black sunglasses as well. This pair from Amazon is such a classic cat-eye style!
SHOP THE GIFT GUIDE:
Monogrammed Tissue Cover // It’s so handy to have a box of tissues on my nightstand, but I don’t love the cardboard box look. This is such a fun and easy way to add style and personalization to an everyday item in your home!
Clarins Lip Perfector // This lip product has been blowing up across TikTok, but I first learned of it when Kate Middleton was spotted with the shade Rose Shimmer at Wimbledon. It has such great reviews and I love the look of the shade Soft Pink Glow for myself – it’s very natural but gives your lips a certain je ne sais qoui.
Clarins Water Stain // This is another trending lip product, but for good reason! It gives the lips such a beautiful tint (I love the Violet shade), and it lasts all day. My lips are relatively pale, so I have to reapply my lip color often throughout the day to keep my lips from looking lifeless. I’d love to see if this would last longer for me!
Lululemon Workout Mat // I’ve been doing a lot of floor barre workouts recently, and my current yoga mat is too grippy for a lot of the movements. Instead of gliding across my mat, my leggings get stuck due to the friction, so I’m in need of a mat with a smoother surface. This one from Lululemon has a lot of cushion and is on sale for $49!
L’Occitane Holiday Trio // I used L’Occitane hand creams back in high school and college, but it’s been a while since I’ve used any of their products. One of my favorite bloggers recently raved about their Almond line, so I’ve been wanting to try it out. The Almond collection is paraben and phthalate-free, and I’ve heard it smells delightful!
Claw Clip Set // I loved the pearl claw clips my husband got me for Christmas last year, but my thick curly hair sadly broke all of them months ago. I’ve been needing to buy some new ones, and this neutral set seems like it’ll work a bit better for my thick hair!
Sterling Demitasse Spoon // My sterling flatware pattern is Reed & Barton Burgundy, and I use it just about every day. We have all of the place settings we need, but I love receiving and shopping for smaller pieces to add to our collection. This little demitasse spoon would be perfect for an afternoon cup of tea!
Snail Mucin Essence // I’ve heard a lot of great things about COSRX, and this product is so highly rated. I’ve been wanting to add an essence/toner to my routine, and this one is both affordable and effective, so I’d love to give it a try!
Rice Overnight Mask // This is another product from COSRX. Its ingredients are very nourishing, which I think would be lovely for the winter. The air in our apartment gets so dry at night, so this would be nice to have to keep my skin soft and hydrated.
Monogrammed Patch // My grandmother very generously gifted me her full-length mink coat when I visited her for Thanksgiving. She had it monogrammed with her initials when she first bought it, and while she said I could remove her monogram to replace it with my own, I’d like to keep it for sentimental reasons. I think an iron-on patch would be a great way to add my monogram to the inside of the coat – and very easy to do at home!
Blue Phone Case // I have this case in light pink, but I’d love to change it up a bit with the French Blue. These cases come with two glass screen protectors (I accidentally broke my second one, so it’s definitely time for a replacement!), and the case itself has held up perfectly!
Ulike IPL // I’m not quite ready to commit to laser hair removal, but I’ve really been wanting to try a longer-term alternative to shaving. IPL is great for people with a high contrast between hair and skin color, so based on what I’ve read, I’d have a pretty good chance of success. This one has great reviews and just the thought of being able to spend less time shaving on a daily basis makes it so worth it to try out!
2023 GIFT GUIDES:
- My Wish List
- Gifts for Her
- Gifts Under $50
- Gifts Under $25
- Gifts for the Host/Hostess
- Gifts for Littles & New Moms
- Gifts for the Guys
- 2023 Favorites
Love from Indiana,
Malia
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