HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2023 FOR EVERYONE

I realize that shopping can be stressful, especially when you have to buy something for someone that seemingly has everything - but I'm here to help! Welcome to the Holiday Gift Guide 2023! I cannot count the amount of hours it took to curate this massive gift guide for you - but I truly had so much fun and I hope that you will find it helpful. Whether you're shopping for family, friends, teachers, co-workers, or even yourself (because #treatyourself) - I have some great gift ideas for everyone - and everything is linked!

Most stores are having incredible sales right now and many of the items I've listed below are on sale throughout this weekend. As a result, some items may sell out but at the time of this post (11/24/23), everything I mention below is still in stock. Happy shopping!

We all have at least one foodie on our lists that may be seemingly hard to buy for - but don't worry, I got you! 

• Ceramic bowls - perfect for salads, soups, cereal…everything.

• Liquor Infuser Decanter - add your alcohol, citrus, and herbs and let it sit - then enjoy!

• Gold and Wood Measuring Cups and Spoons - I just love that they are both functional and pretty

• Fresh Cheese Making Kit - ooooo… if you know a cheese lover - this would be really fun

• Herb Saver - everyone needs one. Would make for a great stocking stuffer

• Murray's Mac-n-cheese Subscription Service - ummmmmm this is an absolute yes

• Handheld Pasta Maker - I want one of these. I think it would be fun to make my own pasta. Could even turn it into a dinner party idea. Everyone bring their favorite sauce and I supply the pasta, salad, wine, and bread!

• Grill Pizza Stone - and add in some of this pizza oil that is to be squeezed on the top of the pizza as a finisher once it's done cooking

• Matcha Maker - this is so bougie and I'm here for it

• Custom Recipe Platter - this was my most favorite gift I received a couple of years ago from my sister. She gifted each of us with a platter that had one of my mom's recipes in her own handwriting. I'll have it forever.

You know how much I love to travel - so this list was really fun to put together. I really tried to find items that you may not have thought about - items that are a little out of the box of what we typically think we need for traveling.

• Out of Office Sweatshirt - I love traveling in a cozy sweatshirt and this one immediately says you're on vacation

• Refillable Perfume Travel Bottle - don't be like me and travel with your full perfume bottle in your checked bag, only to have it explode all over your luggage. Get some of these travel bottles.

• Lululemon Backpack - I typically never travel without it. Great quality and I love that it's waterproofed.

• Cable Cords Organizer - I need this because mine are always intertwined

• Packable Duffle Bag - for those trips when you plan to do a lot of shopping. Pack this in your bag and then use it to carry home all of your finds

• Bucketlist Travel Sticker Bottle - I LOVE this. Once you travel to one of your bucketlist destinations, you get to place a sticker in the appropriate spot.

• Travel Slippers - perfect for long international flights

• Airbnb Gift Card - always a great gift idea that can be used all over the world

• Life Straw - I will be getting one of these. Perfect to use anywhere you're not quite sure if the water is safe to drink.

As much as I love to travel, I equally love being at home. While I'm home I want to feel cozy and relaxed - so in this guide I wanted to be sure to add items that I would love to see in my own home. Some of these items are actually on my personal Christmas wishlist.

• Cocktail Shaker - just imagine this sitting on your bar cart - beautiful

• Cozy Slippers - my go-to's always.

• Candle Warmer Lamp - loooove this - waaaaant this. I haven't seen a warmer like this before and I have to have it

• Coffee Mug - because one can never have too many, I also really love the design

• Fenty Skin Moisturizer - my current favorite. The smell is lovely and it gives you a little sparkle on your skin.

• Jake Arnold Coffee Table Book - I love everything about his design aesthetic and would love to add his book to my collection

• Brass Hat Hook - I need many of these to place in my closet

• Chic Handmade Candle - it's almost too pretty not to burn

• Cozy Battery-Operated Table Lamp - I need a few of these to place around the house. They give off the prettiest glow

• Customized Art of your Home - order early - but what a great item to gift someone (especially if they just moved to a new home). I would love one of my childhood home.

• Laneige Lip Mask - kiss those flakey chapped lips goodbye with this one

• Cream Bubble Vase - a chic item to place on your table or bookshelf. Either let it stand alone as a sculpture piece or fill it with your favorite branches or florals

• PJs - my at home uniform, hands down

You know I love to thrift shop - and I think it's probably so that I can afford (from time to time) to splurge on myself a bit. Here are a few ideas to gift any girl who loves to spoil herself a little. 

• Gold Ear Cuff - I have this cuff and I love it. Every time I wear it, I get compliments

• Jenny Bird Gold Ball Necklace - simple and the perfect addition to your neck stack

• Cream Cashmere Scarf - because wrapping yourself in cashmere is always necessary

• Hermes Nail Polish - I just feel like this would be pretty sitting on your vanity

• Gucci Ball Cap - the perfect way to elevate the simplest of outfits

• Dylan Lex Necklace - Looove this necklace because you can switch out the charms (which are sold separately)

• Baccarat Rouge 540 - Usher said I smelled good when I met him and this is what I was wearing

• Cream Leather Handbag - I love how this feels timeless - you can wear it always

• Cozy Everyday Sweater - the sweater you can throw on with any and everything

• Gold and Crystal Earrings - an easy way to glam up any outfit

• Gold and Black Enamel Ring - I think this would make for a great pinky ring

• Woven Leather Tote Bag - a great everyday tote with a chic element to it

I know these items are supposed to be for the stylish man in your life - but I honestly want each item for myself. My style has always leaned towards the masculine side (I've always called my aesthetic masculine-chic) so this one was easy for me to curate.

• Brown Leather iphone Case - a luxe way to protect your phone

• Customizable Leather Dopp Kit - I love the mix of black and brown on this bag (my favorite color combo)

• Crossbody Satchel - because pockets can only hold so much. Men - get into it!

• Handmade Ceramic Mug -I love the glaze application

• Linen Nighstand Device Charger - this is on my personal list and I love it

• Bottle of Bourbon - my favorite is Blantons - it's hard to find, so when you see it, buy it - otherwise you'll pay over $100 - like this one

• Alarm Clock Radio Charging Station - yes we have our phones, but I still really love a bedside alarm clock

• Turtleneck Sweater - I saw this in store and it's super soft. Perfect thickness

• Green Hoodie Sweatshirt - super casual for those days you just want to chill

• Black Jacket - throw this over the sweatshirt when you run out for some errands

• Le Labo Beard Oil - ok, this one isn't on my list - but it smells lovely

I have always been a huge supporter of small businesses. Most independent businesses are run by people - not by boards, not by stockholders, not by algorithms. And so you get a different kind of care and quality in their product because their work is a reflection of themselves. 

• Handmade Blue and White Dinner and Salad Plates - handmade anything is always a yes for me.- and these plates are soo so good!

• Handmade Gold and Brown Enamel Earrings - I have these and I love that they aren't heavy on your ear

• Floral Blank Card - perfect for ‘thank you’s - they're so pretty

• Cozy Herbal Tea - this is my sister Kendra’s shop, and while it would be very easy for me to be bias, her teas and tinctures are really really good. Like really good. She's currently working on repackaging of her products and website which will be happening in the coming weeks (you get a sneak peek up above - just wait til you see the entire line) and then next year she is moving her shop to the most epic space up in the Catskills of New York and I'm so excited for her. She also sells lots of great giftable items in her shop, so be sure to check her out!

• Handmade Porcelain Tea Cup + Saucers - someone buy a set of 4 for meeeee! Pleeeease?! I just love these - so dainty

• Family-Owned Strawberry Syrup - I love this family farm and this syrup is everything. Pair it with their pancake mix and maybe add a few fabric napkins and you have a great little gift of “the perfect morning” to give

• Hand-Blown Amber Cocktail Glasses - you know me and glassware - and the quality of these are top notch

• Handmade Candles - this is my cousin Lisa’s shop and she recently launched her candle business (we are a family full of entrepreneurs) and I just love her scents. She is releasing her holiday collection today and I can't wait to smell them! Congratulations Lisa on this new business endeavor - I’m so so proud of you!

• Small Batch Stationary - adding a beautiful pen to this set could make for a great gift

• Handmade Gold Hammered Cuff Bracelet - I really want these to add to my wrist stack. I love that these are handmade

Whether you are already on your health grind - or you plan to wait til January 1st, here are some gift ideas for the wellness guru on your shopping list.

• Sweatshirt - I love the high neck and it's suuuuper soft

• Lululemon Bag - perfect to hold your ID and phone in while you're on your walk/run

• OnCloud Sneakers - my absolute favorite shoe for walking - so comfy

• Bala Beam Curl Bar - love how chic this looks - much better than those metal dumbbells

• Eye Massager - if you suffer from headaches/migraines - this is a game changer. It massages your eyes and temples, heats, and it plays soft spa music

• Smart Jump Rope - the rope never tangles and it can track your progress on your phone

• Back Massager - best Amazon purchase ever - worth every cent. Actually it should cost a lot more than it does

• Non-Alcoholic Cocktail - because taking a break from alcoholic is a good idea from time to time

• Thera Massager - perfect to target those achy muscles

• Bento Salad Container - I love how it keeps everything separate

• Handheld Water Bottle - perfect to take with you on your walk/run

• Food + Fitness Journal - if you want to keep yourself accountable as you are on your wellness journey - YOU NEED THIS DIGITAL JOURNAL. It's only $14.99 right now and it provides a structured framework to document your physical activity, meals, snacks, and beverages, allowing you to record not only what you eat but also how it makes you feel. With dedicated sections for assessing your bowel movements, fitness journey, nightly sleep, emotional indicators, and additional details, this wellness journal is an amazing tool for your self-assessment and self-enhancement. It provides valuable insights about your eating patterns while laying the groundwork for positive changes and enduring sustainable lifestyle transformations. Love love love this!

I LOVE trying out new beauty products, and I think with the invention of TikTok - I've actually become a product hoarder. I'll try anything once, and this list proves it as I own 90% of the items here. 

• Vanity Smart Mirror - love that it offers natural daylight lighting, a phone holder for selfies, recharges, and magnifies for that tricky eye work

• Loewe Bar of Soap - because who doesn't want luxury soap on a rope?

• Gucci Mirror - perfect to place in your purse - it's giving bougie and I love it

• Leather Cognac Travel Makeup Case - a chic way to keep all of your cosmetics in one place

• Bobbi Brown Repair Moisture Cream - this cream is a game changer and has done wonderful things to my dry skin

• Fenty Puddin Lip Mask - my go to always - very moisturizing

• Peter Thomas Roth Eye Patches - bye bye puffy morning eyes

• Pat McGrath Lip Gloss - Sunset Rose is my absolute favorite. A great neutral with a touch of pink

• Bobbi Brown Eyeshadow Stick - Moonstone is my favorite color for a little glimmer - but they all are really, really good

• Bacarat Rouge 540 Lotion - a great introduction into the scent without having to pay for the perfume price tag just yet. And if you already have the perfume, then this is great for layering

• Lancome Body Balm - this is what I use all over my body and I loooove it. Extremely moisturizing and gives you a nice glow

• Le Labo Shower Gel in Rose 31 - luxury shower gels may seem like a wasted expense, but let me tell you they are worth it. Pair this with a lovely sea sponge or a body dry brush and it will make for the perfect elevated gift

• Ami Cole Concealer Brush - it makes all the difference when applying concealer under your eyes

• Merit Blush Balm - this is very pigmented and I love it

• Silicone Travel Makeup Brush Holder - add the concealer brush above to this holder, and maybe even the eyeshadow stick and this will be a great gift for the beauty girlie on your list

• Facial Ice Roller - helps with puffiness in the morning, also just feels really good) -

• Tarte Airbrush Foundation Makeup Brush - of all the brushes I own, this is my fave

I had to save the best for last. I could have added so many more items, but decided to only add some of my absolute favorite wish list ideas for you. 

• Cable-knit Sweater - you can never go wrong with a timeless sweater like this

• Black Clutch with Gold Hardware - super chic and can go with anything

• Oui Sweatshirt - this is a must have for me, especially for the next time I travel to Paris

• Cream Adidas Sambas - they are selling out everywhere, but most sizes are avail here

• Cognac Brown Patent Leather Booties - I own these and they are very chic and comfortable

• Gold Snake Chain Earrings - I'm really into big earrings lately, and these are so elevated

• Faux Fur and Leather Coat - this has been on my wishlist for months and months - I just wish I lived in a cooler climate

• Gucci Brooch - the perfect way to elevate a scarf, sweater, hat, or lapel of your coat

• Long Cardigan Sweater Dress - the boots would be a perfect pairing with this dress

• Leather Jacket with Black Hardware - I neeeeeeeed this jacket. Should I start at GoFundMe? lol!!! Only today (11/24) it’s 20% off with the code BF20.

• Gold Crossover Ring - simple. chic. timeless

• Gold Clutch - the perfect bag to elevate any outfit (and priced very well)

Again, I so hope that you find this holiday gift guide for 2023 helpful. If you have any questions or need further assistance with finding the perfect gift for someone on your list - please do not hesitate to reach out. Have the best holiday season and I can’t wait to see you all over on my YouTube channel for Vlogmas starting Friday, December 1st!