My first Holiday Gift Guide is HEEEEERE!
Given the state of the world, I feel like people are putting in extra care and time into their gifting this year. So I focused on personal, custom, unique and DIFFERENT.
commissioned art || Bravo shotski || cake stand {comes in many colors} || Stylish Life coffee table book || comb || lipstick || custom platter || pajamas {comes in blue}|| Iris flavored toothpaste || bangle || tennis bag || custom toiletry bag || puff sleeve sweat shirt || personalized recipe towel || Chanel nailpolish || authentic repurposed Chanel button earrings || grasscloth tumblers || Gucci ice cube tray || private zoom art class by a Nantucket artist || clutch || tartan plaid top || One Man’s Folly book
So you can navigate this gift guide as efficiently as possible, it’s important to know I designed this guide with the “hard to buy” in mind.
Think mother-in-law, sister-in-law, the person who has EVERYTHING or who says “I don’t know what I want!”. But many of these items are perfect for ANY lady in your life.
From Gucci ice cubes, to handwritten recipes on tea towels, I know you’ll find something you’ve never seen before…
22 Unique Gift Ideas For Her
- A Remarkable Gift {Fine Art} – Erin Donahue Tice is an exploding up and coming artist who paints fine contemporary and abstract art! Her canvas pieces start in the thousands and remarkably STUNNING. I can personally attest to her work thanks to the recent commissioned piece for our living room! This would make a truly unforgettable gift. If you a more affordable one-of-a-kind piece for a fraction of the price, her “works on paper” start at $195 and are just as beautiful!
- For The Bravo Lover {WWHL Shotski} – If you know, you know. A cheeky little gift I tell ya! I’ve always thought this would be an exceptional idea to GIVE my Real Housewife loving friends. The barrel of laughs would be priceless. P.S. For another Bravo inspired gift, be sure to scroll down to the Gucci Ice Cube Trays… the SAME ones used by Dorit from the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills.
- A Trendy Entertainer Must Have {Red Cake Plate – comes in many colors too} – Estelle Colored Glass is a luxury brand of hand-blown colored glass cake plates and stemware. Her wine glasses have taken off like a rocket but I personally think her cake plates take the cake. Pun intended! Top with homemade cookies or a coffee cake and it’s the gift that keeps on giving. Something yummy for now and something pretty to look at for later!
- A Stylish Coffee Table Book {The Stylish Life} – Nice coffee table books are one of those things… it’s like you want them but you don’t want to drop the dough on them either. Which is why they’re the best gift ideas! They double as decor and always fun to read. This one in particular seems fitting for the winter but my interior designer, Melissa, breaks down her favorite coffee table books (and how to style them on bookshelves) here!
- Add A Touch Of Luxe {Ivory Comb} – There’s something to be said about a snazzy comb or brush. It adds a touch of luxury to your dressing table and one thing most people don’t consider getting. This particular comb is handcrafted in Italy and effortlessly smooths hair.
- Chic Beauty {Gucci Lipstick} – As you can tell, I’m allllll about little luxuries. Last Christmas, I surprised my sister-in-law with Chanel eyeshadow. She beamed with glee for days. Which is why designer makeup is always a home run. I feel the same about this pretty Gucci lipstick! Side Note: this is sheer so I feel like it’s just enough to make a statement but easy enough to not worry if it rubs off on your mask.
- Show Them You Went The Extra Mile {Large Custom Platter} – This is one of those things that shows you went the extra mile! This custom platter can be hung as decor or easily used for everyday (dishwasher safe!). Add a yummy treat for an extra touch and you’ll be outdoing Santa Clause!
- The Gift They Didn’t Know They Wanted {AKA the BEST Pajamas EVER} – Lake Pajamas are the “it” sleepwear right now. I got a pair for my birthday and I can’t explain how breathable and delicious they feel. Most likely anyone you know needs a new set and will get used alllll the time. TIP: Give these to her on Christmas Eve so she can wake up on Christmas morning feeling comfy and stylish.
- A Grand Millenial Must {Iris Flavored Toothpaste} – A sensational surprise straight from Santa Monica! Especially if tucked inside the pocket of the mentioned pajamas above, a new makeup bag, or a stocking.
- Something No-one Else Has {Green Horn Bangle} – My friend, Gen, of Pencil & Paper Co has THE BEST interior design and fashion style. I love her newly released accessory line because her products are something different, ensuring no one else will own them either. I got this green horn bangle and there are so many other good finds it makes for a tough decision!
- LOVE {A Custom Tennis Bag} – Not only can you monogram it, but you can customize this stylish tennis bag with a million color options! My mom plays tennis and I just know she would love this.
- Deemed the best toiletry bag ever {Leontine Linen Monogrammed Travel Bag} Crafted by the luxury custom linen creator – Leontine Linens – who is regularly used by the world’s top interior designers. I own their book and have possessed one of their famous toiletry bags. I wore it out so much I now need a new one! There are several other travel pieces anyone would love. Not only are they iconic and classic, but last for years. HOT TIP: The fabrics and fonts are ENDLESS. So don’t be stopped by the exact product shown.
- The Best Of Both Worlds {A Stylish Sweatshirt} – This top encompasses everything I’d consider worthy of a good clothing gift. Whether you’re lounging on the couch or grabbing a martini, the $88 price tag is the best part. This is a VERY popular item so if you can’t find the right size or color {it comes in black, white, gray and a few others}, Shopbop has a ton of cute sweatshirts that fit the bill. I found it on Amazon too!
- A Lasting Memory {Personalized Recipe/Note Tea Towel} – When I first saw this I actually gasped out loud! Transform your precious handwritten family recipes or notes into gorgeous, custom tea towels. You simply upload a photo onto the website and they take it from there! I love this for a mother, sister, grandmother that encompasses a deceased loved one or just a well loved recipe.
- Chanel for a STEAL {Get authentic CHANEL earrings for $75} This girl repurposes authentic Chanel buttons into earrings! One of the coolest things I’ve seen in a long time. I have a pair and wear them constantly. She also repurposes cufflinks and other designers too if Chanel isn’t your thing. HOT TIP: Her products change every week (because she can’t keep them in stock!), so act fast.
- A Real Crowd Pleaser {Designer Nailpolish + Mani Giftcard} Speaking of Chanel, this is probably the most crowd pleasing gift EVER. Chanel makes one of my favorite luxury nail polishes but you could easily go with Tom Ford, Dior or Christian Louboutin’s famous “undersole red”. Add on a mani/pedi gift card and you seriously can’t go wrong. P.S. The nail polish and the gift card alone stands on their own! HOT TIP: If you buy the nail polish in person {and depending on where}, ask them to gift wrap it! Although tiny, there’s something to be said about a designer bag/wrapping that makes it all the more fun to open!
- Who Needs Pizazz {Tartan Plaid Top} – This isn’t necessarily this specific top, but Tuckernuck in general! However I did receive a MILLION compliments on this top just walking down the street. But back to my point, truly ANYTHING from Tuckernuck is the best. It’s fresh and classic and as a gift giver, you’ll find their website so EASY to navigate. Thanks to their curated and organized pieces, you never feel overwhelmed! So I say this a slam dunk resource for cute clothes that’s something unique! I’d personally LOVE a gift card from here.
- For The Entertainer {Wrapped Tumblers} – Do you know how to identify high end glassware? Look for thin lipped glasses! This is EXACTLY what you get with Amanda Lindroth. Not to mention her pieces are the crème de la crème for tablescapes. The reason these are so special is that you feel like you’re sipping out of a delicate wineglass but gain the benefit of casually tossing them in the dishwasher. As soon as I purchased these we’ve barely even touched our favorite wine stems!
- Meet Dorit’s Favorite Cocktail Accessory {GUCCI ice cubes!!!} – Can you EVEN?! It truly doesn’t get anymore fabulous than this. Another Bravo inspired gift thanks to a Real Housewife of Beverly Hill, Dorit. As soon as she showed off her Gucci ice cube cocktail in her WWHL interview, I KNEW I had to find these. What I found out is GUCCI sadly no longer makes these. But if you love a good hunt, and your receiver enjoys exclusivity, here’s your meal ticket! I’ve recently seen them on Ebay and The Real Real but as of today I can’t find them anywhere! But keep checking everyday. They’re out there!
- A One Of A Kind Experience {Private Art Zoom Class From A Nantucket Artist} – COMING SOON! A fun activity and experience – a rare gift these days! I’ve been following this Nantucket artist, Meredith, on Instagram for awhile now. Since Nantucket holds a special place in my heart I FREAKED out after her offering of Zoom Art Classes just in time for Christmas! To give you an idea how sought after she is, Veronica Beard sells commissioned paintings on her clothing! And people go NUTS for it. Follow her on Instagram to be in the know about her release date.
- Put A Bow On It {Bow Clutch} – a new brand {to me} is the ultimate treasure. Pamela Munson’s inspired straw accessories are simply put – exquisite! I especially adore this festive find.
- I Can’t Say It Enough {Another Coffee Table Book} – because I can’t express how elegant a gift these make. Cookbooks count too – especially if they’re by Ina.
If you plan on buying anything from this gift guide, PLEASE tell me here! That way I can identify what’s resonating with you the most for future guides.
Also, don’t forget to check out the 2020 Holiday Shop for EVEN MORE charming gift suggestions.
