holiday shopping guide

The weather has turned, the stores are in full blown Christmas mode and there is officially no way to avoid the fact that the holidays are fast approaching!!! (I am happy as a clam!)

We're off to the beach next week, but I've already started thinking about my shopping list and who we will have gifts to buy for. I truly enjoy gift giving and take the task of finding a perfect gift for each of my friends and family very seriously.

I've put together some gift giving ideas, inspired by some of my favorite things and small luxuries that are sure to brighten spirits... Happy shopping! xx

{ Glossier cloud paint $22 }

I have this product in 'beam' and its become a product I reach for daily. I had always been nervous about liquid blush, but it's subtle and build-able and leaves you with a rosy glow. 

{ Agate coffee scoop, $16 }

Pair this with a bag of your favorite coffee and a cute coffee canister. It's pretty enough to leave on the counter top all day long.  

{ Beaded necklace, $24 }

This simple beaded necklace would add an elegant flair to a classic holiday outfit. 

{ Soul Cycle spin classes, 3 classes for $75 }

Soul Cycle is where it's at, but hey, those club-like spin classes are expensive! Give this to a friend who loves to get a good sweat on!

{ Balsam scented votive candles, $39.50 }

This is my favorite candle scent and truly the only scent you'll smell burning in our house come the holidays. The mercury glass  gives a lovely aesthetic and the three-pak of votives allow you to spread the candles throughout your home, so you can enjoy that cozy, woodsy smell in every room. 

{ Threes knees spicy trio, $34.99 }

Huge fan of this company based out of Brooklyn. The spicy honey is so heavenly (think warm, buttery cornbread... yup), that I can't imagine the maple syrup and sriracha would be anything less then stellar.  

{ Reserved beach towel, $72 }

Whether you frequent the beach, pool, cottage or park, this towel is an adorable way to mark your spot. 

{ Le Labo face mask, $45 }

Skin products are always on the top of my want/need list. Le Labo is known for their custom perfumes and high-end beauty products and a charcoal mask will work for all skin types (plus the jar will look gorg for your bathroom shelfies).  

{ Heart ring dish, $8 }

The cutest little catch-all for jewelry at the end of the day. V de V on Ossington also sells adorable little earrings to pair with it, perfect for your girlfriends. 

{ Thera Hand Woven Rope Baskets, $38/$58 }

I love these natural rope baskets, they'd be lovely filled with fresh tangerines in your kitchen over the holidays. 

{ Work week sock pack, $29.95 }

Everyone loves sock, don't they?! This work week pack is clever and useful!

{ Wonderboom Speaker, $129.95 }

We bought one of these speakers this summer and it's the coolest - portable, loud and it even floats! It syncs seamlessly to your cellphone and has a great battery life. It's a bit of a splurge but truly, a neat gift for someone special. 

{ Durbuy Peak Hat, $45 }

With our cold, windy winters, anyone would be happy to receive a warm, cozy hat. The key is to always combine warmth with style, which is achieved with this stylish yarn toque. 

{ Mexican Train Dominoes, $16.79 }

We're big game players at our house and this is one of our favorites at the moment. It's easy for beginners to catch on and you can play with up to 8 people - a great gift for a fun couple.