The Ultimate Holiday Shopping Guide + Amazon Giveaway

It’s that time of year! To start talking about the holiday season. I seriously love the holidays and it is the only thing that is making me get through the cold days. Chicago becomes magical with all its festive decor and I just love doing our annual traditions.

This season is also a time for giving gifts to special people in our lives. For us, it is our families since they have supported and loved us in so many ways. But sometimes, they can be the hardest to shop for! Am I Right?! So if you’re struggling to find the perfect gift and need gift ideas, I hope that by sharing a guide on how to shop for the holidays will make it easier this year!

Holiday Shopping Guide

So this year’s holiday gift guide will be different from the past years. I used to have a separate blog post for each specific type of person i.e. holiday gift for her, holiday gift for him, holiday gift guide for the traveler, etc. But this year, you will see it all in one post. Hopefully this will make it so much easier for you! Best part of this year is that you don’t have to wait until Black Friday to get the best deals. Most retailers have already started their holiday sales.

Gifts For Her

1 Naadam Cashmere Sweater

Naadam’s cashmere sweaters are incredible and this one is only $75! I highly recommend that every women owns a cashmere sweater.

2 Mark & Graham Large Monogrammed Travel Jewelry Case

I always love to gift anything from Mark & Graham during the holidays. Hence, why you always see their product in previous gift guides. The quality is amazing and the personalization always makes it extra special.  This jewelry case is perfect for organizing necklaces, rings, etc.

3 Wool Double-Breasted Coat

A classic wool coat is always a winner. I love the quality and price at Mango. The fit is perfect and is always timeless.

4 Magic Box UV Sterilizer

This device keeps your phone and any other electronic virus and bacteria free. It sterilizes and disinfects using an ultraviolet light. You can also charge your phone at the same time!

5 Tata Harper Daily Essentials Set

If there is one skincare line that I think is the best of the best, it is Tata Harper. What I love about this set is you get to try all of Tata Harper’s best sellers. I’ve tried most of them and they’re worth it.

6 UGG Ansley Water Resistant Slippers

These moccasin slippers are made from water-resistant suede. Which means they’re super durable and comfortable. Great for all the mamas!

7 Block Letter Monogram Necklace

This is the ‘R’ Necklace you see me wear in almost every photo. I LOVE it so much!! No matter where I go, I always receive compliments on it.

8 Lake Pajamas – Prime Cotton Pajamas

Lake Pajamas are seriously the best! In my opinion, receiving a good and high quality set of pajamas is one of the best gifts to receive.

9 T3 Twirl Trio Interchangeable Barrel Curling Iron Set

I’ve been wanting T3 curling irons for awhile now. I love that they heat up quickly and great for thick hair. What I love about this set is the interchangeable barrel size. My hair grows quickly and depending on the length, I need different sizes.

10 Lake Prima Robe

Here is another item from Lake Pajamas. Robes are another amazing gift. This robe is seriously perfect for lounging. I love to use mine right when I roll out of bed or just having a lazy day. The fabric is SO SOFT.

11 Nespresso Vertuo Next Premium Coffee and Expresso Maker

Who doesn’t want a Nespresso machine. I’ve been wanting one for awhile now. At first, I was hesitant, but in Europe, they use it al the time and it really is a treat!

Gifts For Him

1 Organic Cotton Half-Zip Sweater

This sweater is soft and will keep anyone warm without overheating. It’s also super comfortable and makes it easy to layer with.

2 Yeti Mug – 14 oz.

Who doesn’t love Yeti mugs! The mug can keep your drink hot or cold because of the double insulation. Plus, no sweat or frostbit fingers!

3 AirPod Pro

AirPods are seriously the best. I haven’t met anyone that doesn’t love them.

4 Crew Socks

J.Crew has one of the best men’s crew socks. If you husband (dad, brother, etc) loves a good printed sock, they’ll probably love this one.

5 Wireless Charger Set

This is a charging dock where you can charge your iPhone, AirPods, Apple Watch, etc all in one place!

6 Magic Box UV Sterilizer

You just place your phone inside this gadget and it will sterilize and disinfect your phone or other electronic gadgets while charging it.

7 Counterman Beard Regimen

Tre doesn’t care for body / skincare products but when he tried the Counterman line, he was hooked. This set is great for men with beards because it comes with a beard oil. Tre has a beard and swears by beard oil.

8 ECCO Soft 7 Sneakers

ECCO sneakers are the best combination of style and comfort. These sneakers look dressed up because of the leather exterior, but they’re built specifically to give your feet relief and comfort. I did a full review of them here. Tre wears these sneakers all the time.

9 Patagonia Better Quarter Zip Pullover

This is pretty much any guys go-to Patagonia pullover.  So if you are debating which Patagonia sweater to buy, this is the one!

10 Dad’s Playbook: Wisdom For Fathers

How fun is this book! This is great gift for new dads. For sure will be getting one for Tre haha!

11 Sussex Sherpa-Lined Vest 

A classic vest but lined with soft, cozy sherpa fleece. It also features button adjusters at the back waist for perfect fit.

12 Classic Suede Moccasin Slippers

These slippers are always a best seller for a reason. My husband only wants and wears these slippers.

13 Wool-Blend Crew Socks

If you are looking for warm boot socks, these are it. And the print is so fun too! For sure would make a great stocking stuffer.

14 Cuisinart Premium 10-Piece Grilling Set

If there’s anything this past year has shown is that people were grilling more the moment the weather is nice out. This set has everything you need to grill.

Gifts For The Cook

1 Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven

I cook all the time and the dutch oven is the best multipurpose cooking ware. They’re durable and easily cook from stove to oven!

2 Silicone Oven Mitt Set

These mitt can handle extremely hot temperatures and are flexible. I love that the mittens are longer in length. That means more coverage to protect your hand and arm.

3 Brightland Olive Oil – The Duo

Brightland’s olive oil is carefully sourced and custom-blended. The quality is top-notch.

4 Cookbook Stand

This cookbook stand makes it so easy to follow a recipe from a cookbook. It also has a clear acrylic panel to protect your book.

5 KitchenAid Mixer

A KitchenAid Mixer is another cook’s must-haves! They also come in several colors.

6 Always Pan

This pan is totally worth the hype. It’s completely nonstick, easily to clean, and utilized in so many different ways. You can braise, sear, steam, strain, sautés, stir fry, and boil.

7 Wusthof Gourmet White Kitchen Knife Set

A good set of kitchen knives makes all the difference! Wusthof is the best of the best.

8 Silpat Half-Sheet Baking Mat

These mats are amazing. Nothing will ever stick to your cookie sheet or baking pan.

9 Wooden Spoon Set

Everyone has to have a set of wooden spoon. They’re best to use with nonstick pan and glass cookware.  The handle is carefully crafted to be comfortable and made to last.

10 Duralex Glass Bowl Set – set of 10

These are my FAVORITE mixing bowls. The variety of sizes makes it so easy to find the right one to use, they’re so durable, and super easy to clean.

11 Nonstick Cooking Utensils

A good cooking utensil makes all the difference. These are durable, nonstick, and won’t scratch your pan!

Gift For homebody

1 SKIMS Cozy Knit Boucle Robe

I’ve heard so many great things about SKIMS loungewear. This robe seems like the perfect stay-at-home robe during the Winter. It’s so plush, comfortable, and if you remove the belt, it can be a cardigan!

2 Rosegold Bath Caddy

Who doesn’t love to soak in the tub. If you’re like me, I need to be doing something in the tub. This is great if you want to read, drink tea (or wine), face mask, etc while taking a bath.

3 Kopi Mug & Warmer Set

This mug comes with special charger that will continue to heat up your drink. I love this because I love it when my coffee stays warm the entire time.

4 SLIP Pure Silk Pillowcase

I’ve heard amazing benefits from using silk pillowcases. They’re great for anti-aging, anti-deadhead, and overall great for your skin.

5 Capri Blue Petite Volcano Scented Jar Candle

Capri Blue is one of my favorite candles. They just smell amazing without overpowering. They last for awhile and the jar is asethetically-pleasing too.

6 SKIMS Cozy Knit Tank

Doesn’t this look like the most comfortable tank ever?! This matches perfectly with the SKIMS cozy knit pants. And if you want to complete the look, just layer it with theSKIMS cozy knit boucle robe.

7 SKIMS Cozy Knit Pants

Who doesn’t want a cozy knit pants to lounge in?! It’s plush, soft, and made with an elastic waist-band for comfort.

8 UGG Dakota Slipper

This is another amazing UGG slippers. They claim that they can be used indoors or outdoors, but I prefer to keep mine indoors only.

9 Nécessaire The Body Essentials Kit

If you want a luxurious body set and clean beauty, Necessaire is definitely high on the list. I love this set because it comes with everything you want and need at an affordable price. This body essentials kit comes with a body exfoliator, body wash, and body lotion.

10 UGG Bliss Fuzzy Throw

I own this throw blanket and I use it all the time. It’s the perfect blanket to snuggle in especially when it comes to watching Hallmark Christmas movies (my guilty pleasure). It really keeps me warm!

11 UGG wanna Check Fleece Lined Socks

UGG is the ultimate homebody’s brand. These socks will keep you cozy and warm!

12 Book Of The Month Gift Card

If you know someone who loves to read as much as I do, a Book Of the Month gift card is perfect. There’s different gift card tiers to select from, but essentially the membership is free for the receiver. Book Of The Month is where I purchase most of my books. It just makes it so much more affordable and the options are always a hit.

13 Nespresso Vertuo Coffee Machine

Almost every homebody I know loves a good cup of coffee. Ever since I’ve been to Europe, I’ve been hooked on Nespresso machines.

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