2021 gift guides!
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while I’ll be the first to express that gifts and shopping are certainly not the reason for the season, I absolutely LOVE gifting. finding a thoughtful, meaningful gift for someone brings me so much joy. my love language is acts of service (or quality time, depending on the day), and it’s definitely how I treat others - so finding a practical gift that solves a dilemma or improves someone’s day/week/month/year fills my heart. for example, my mom constantly complained that her coffee was always cold by the time she finally sat down in the morning, and as she doesn’t like re-heated coffee, it wasn’t enjoyable to her. while I couldn’t solve her hectic mornings, I found this mug warmer and gave it to her last year. super simple gift, but she uses it every day and tells me how much she loves it (and that she can now finally enjoy her morning coffee). things like that - those are the moments I love to create. it wasn’t the biggest or the fanciest gift by any means, but it made a big, positive, impact in her daily routine, and I think that’s the best kind of present!
personally, this year, i’m sticking wit the “want, need, wear, read” method of gifting - so my family will each get something they want, something they need, something to wear, and something they need!
without further ado, my 2021 gift guides:
one: brandon blackwood cozy mini kuei | two: our place perfect pot - we use their pan just about daily, so the pot is a must! | three: this blow brush was easily one of my favorite buys of 2021. makes wash day a breeze | four: any of Drunk Elephant’s sets! my favorite skincare brand, always need a stockpile | five: stoney clover’s upcoming s’mores collection: the perfect blend of sherpa and nylon. launches at 10amEST on november 10th! | six: this quilted dolman from free people is my go-to layering coat for winter | seven: this cozy travel set! we just booked our honeymoon, and have some long flights ahead, so anything to make those plane rides a little more comfortable is key! | eight: portable projector! lowkey wanted one for some time now, so asking Santa!
one: marc jacobs cozy tote bag | two: levi’s beanie | three: sherpa lined chuck taylors | four: monogram mug - it’s massive and perfect for all of your winter hot cocoa! as a bonus, include your favorite hot cocoa mix and toppings, or a recipe card for your homemade cocoa! it even comes with a cute mitten shaped to/from tag! | five: barefoot dreams blanket - a classic cliche (worth the splurge), but legitimately the softest, coziest blanket. my favorite year round, but there’s nothing better than cozying up under it for a hallmark movie marathon | six: ugg fluff yeah slippers - they’re worth the hype - soft, comfortable, but structured enough to give you support | seven: free people fleece jacket - just a genuinely soft and cozy jacket. and it comes in so many colors and prints! | eight: express quarter zip shirt - love this for my fiance, and probably will just wind up taking his to wear | nine: plush tablet stand - this one is technically for kids, but I love using it to prop my ipad up for movies, reading, or work while im in bed, or even just to use to prop up my book! it has a pocket in the back that’s perfect for holding smaller items, too
one: razer chroma headset stand | two: nintendo switch | three: apple airpods 3 | four: razer blackwidow keyboard | five: razer kraken headset (wired) | six: nanoleaf tiles - my fiance has been asking for these forever, and they’re definitely cool for any gaming setup, or just to brighten up a space! | seven: tech folio to store everything in! | eight: apple watch series 7
one: stash scrunchies - I love these for the gym! I keep my rings in there during my workouts, that way I don’t have to leave them in a locker or just skip wearing them altogether. they zip closed and are secure! | two: ultraboosts - hands down my favorite workout sneakers! | three: a new gym bag - I love my stoney clover mini duffle for the gym! | four: lululemon yoga mat - worth the splurge, in my opinion, i’ve had the same mat for at least 5 years and I kid you not, it looks just like it did when I got it for christmas all those years ago! also recommend this carrying strap and cleaner for it. | five: bala bangles - great addition to any workout | six: no-slip socks for the yoga/pilates doer in your life | seven: theragun - we LOVE ours. a great massage targeted right where you need it most. | eight: a peloton. obviously a pretty penny, but it’s so worth it! you can use my code CBVDRG to save up to $100!
one: wild one harness walk kit | two: breakaway embossed leather cat collar (we have these for our cats, great quality)! | three: cozy bed for cats or small dogs - our cat adores hers! | four: portrait of your pets! | five: dog treat maker | six: dog person socks | seven: booties for your furbaby! keep their paws protected from rock salt this winter!!
one: farmacy’s honey grail oil - my all time favorite face oil. super luxe and hydrating | two: drunk elephant mask set - seriously DE is my favorite skincare brand, and babyfacial is my favorite once a week treat. great mask! | three: hey dewy portable humidifier - perfect for doing your skincare routine, for travel, and truly just something I think everyone should be using to help their skin and sinuses out! | four: face brush - also on my list this year, but my dad has one and really likes it. looking to get a bit of a deeper cleanse with sensitive skin, and this one seems to do the trick! | five: laneige lip mask set - genuinely a big fan of these overnight lip masks, especially in drier, colder air. the gingerbread one is SO GOOD. | six: olive & june pedicure system - up you at home pedi game with this thing. it’s fabulous, just trust me. | seven: rose quartz gua sha tool (or roller) - I have this one and actually love it! | eight: an essential oil diffuser that’s under $40. I don’t think you need to pay upwards of $100 for one of these, and I have this exact one from target! it’s quiet, effective, and has a dimmable light.
one: desktop vacuum | two: acrylic desk tray (i’m literally using it right now as I write this) | three: cozy sherpa lounge pillow (also using as I write this) | four: a controllable temperature mug to be sure their drink is always just right | five: blue light glasses - a need if you’re staring at screens all day | six: a chic tablet stand | seven: adjustable vented laptop stand. maybe not the prettiest, but certainly functional and helps keep your device from over heating!
one: cozy phone case | two: silk hairties | three: barefoot dreams socks | four: cute airpod case | five: glossier balmdotcom (loving the cookie butter flavor right now) | six: tile wallet & key finder - we got these for my dad a christmas or 2 ago and he looooves it | seven: rechargable flameless lighter | eight: camera covers | nine: a cozy beanie | ten: comfy, neutral masks
one: their favorite perfume/cologne (linked mine, but obviously get theirs)! | two: a fresh set of sheets - we have these exact sheets and let me tell you, they’re fabulous | three: a book series! i’m loving this jasmine guillory series lately | four: our place’s always pan - again, we use it just about daily, and it’s fantastic! | five: digital picture frame (also great for in-laws/grandparents)! | six: a set of mini face masks for them to try (this one is under $20)! | seven: a luxe candle/home fragrance that they may not normally splurge on for themselves | eight: bookshelf board games - a portable, adorable edition of our classic board games
as a semi-recently engaged, semi-soon to be married human, I highkey want these for myself/us! also, if you know the couple’s registry, anything off of that OR that would complement it makes a great gift, of course!
one: wedding keepsake library - my best friend/MOH got this for us and let me just say it’s EXTREMELY helpful for organizing all of the papers, cards, and assorted goods that come with engagement/wedding planning. we have fabric samples, business cards, congratulatory cards, paper contracts, etc. stored in ours, and it’s so nice to have a place for everything | two: estelle colored glass champagne coupe (or wine glasses) | three: the newlywed table cookbook | four: ring box | five: commemorative date shadowbox - my matron of honor got this for us and we have it framed right in the spot in our home where he proposed. it’s so sweet! | six: simplified wedding planner | seven: date deck | eight: customized stoney clover small pouch
