VALENTINE'S DAY GIFTS THAT DON'T SUCK

Valentine's Day... Love it or hate it, this gift guide has something for you! Whether you're spending the day alone on your couch with a personal pint of ice cream and your favorite movie, with friends at your favorite bar, or going out with your significant other, here are some of my top picks to celebrate the day. There's really something for everyone x

1. Glossier Body Hero
2. Madewell Statement Earrings
3. Herbivore Botanicals Coconut Milk Bath Soak
4. Norse Projects Brushed-Wool Sweater
5. Sonix Cry Baby iPhone Case
6. Vanessa Mooney Heart Locket Necklace
7. Fujifilm Instax Mini 9 Camera
8. Compartes Rosé Chocolate Truffles
9. Native Union Marble Charging Dock
10. Fresh Rose Face Mask
11. Caudalie Beauty Elixir
12. Ilia Lipstick
13. Le Labo Mandarian & Sesame Shower Gel
14. Commes des Garçons Crewneck Tee
15. Byredo Bibliotheque Candle
16. Mulberry Cardholder

HOLIDAY 2017: GIFTS FOR HIM

As the second post in my series of Holiday Gift Guides this 2017, I'm featuring the perfect gifts for the guys in your life (again, from independent brands). Men's items can seem so limited, it's hard to know what to get for your boyfriend, brother, fiance, dad, uncle etc. That's why I've rounded up the perfect mix of clothes and accessories so you'll be sure to find a gift for any guy on your holiday gift list. My favorites from this roundup? Life After Denim's Golden Olive bomber jacket and Le Labo's Face Lotion from their new body collection.

1. Red Wing Shoes | The perfect winter boot, beautiful constructed and versatile.
2. Throne Watches | Handcrafted in Brooklyn, this watch puts a modern twist on a classic accessory.
3. Buly 1803 | A sleek comb you can take anywhere.
4. Life After Denim | A quilted bomber with a unique color to stand out from the crowd.
5. ISM | This new tech-smart backpack is perfect for stylish guys on the go.
6. Le Labo | A lightweight yet luxurious face lotion to keep dry winter skin at bay.
7. Lightwell Co. | Cedar & Sandalwood will bring fresh, yet masculine notes to any room.
8. The Arrivals NYC | The most stunning leather gloves.
9. Deus Ex Machina | Show off his sensitive side.
10. Article One | Your new favorite sunglasses, complete with an all-flattering frame and unique pink-red lenses.
11. Away | The perfect carry-on that's both smart and durable. 
12. Basic Rights | A pair of staple sweatpants that can take you from the bed to the streets.
13. Kotn | A carefully constructed sweatshirt made from the highest quality Egyptian cotton.

HOLIDAY 2017: GIFTS FOR HER

Gifting season has begun, and every year I try to find the perfect gift for everyone on my list. While you can find beautiful items at everyday stores, it's harder to find unique pieces that will be extra special for your friends and family. This year I've centered my gift guides around independent designers. These brands not only create stunning and one-of-a-kind pieces, but are also more environmentally conscious, and even do their part to give back. One of my favorite brands from this list is Kotn — they source their extraordinary textiles ethically in Egypt, and are partnered with an organization there to build schools. So while you're shopping this holiday season you can find gifts that not only bring happiness to their recipients, but also to those who make them. 

1. Wet Eyewear - perfect for vacation
2. KowTow - collect your art, and wear it too
3. ISM - a smart backpack that's perfect for freelance creatives
4. Kotn - sustainable and beautiful basics
5. Common Projects - a classic shoe with a hint of silver
6. Amarilo - timeless jewelry perfect for any occasion
7. Which We Want - the slashed and asymmetrical sweater you didn't know you need
8. Anthropologie - when was the last time you found your keys easily in your bag?
9. Janessa Leone - keep your head warm, or just stylish
10. Mansur Gavriel - the perfect shade of red
11. Tamara Mellon - the perfect pair of luxe ankle boots
12. Cords & Co - the coolest trucker you'll ever own
13. Alumnae NYC - everyone needs a pair of metallic boots
14. Laer - the cooler moto

GIFT GUIDE: FOR HER

Last week I posted a "GIFT GUIDE: FOR HIM."  So naturally, here's a GIFT GUIDE: FOR HER, with everything from PJ's and candles, to fine jewelry artisanal chocolates.

*from top to bottom, left to right*
Apolis Market Bag | For that girl who goes to the Farmers' Market every week to get kale for her juice cleanses.
Elizabeth & James Nirvana Black Candle | For that girl whose apartment always smells like 50 candles are burning simultaneously when you walk in the door.
Binchotan Eye Mask | For that girl who keeps up her beauty regime even when she's on a plane.
Vintage Pajama Set | For that girl who never seems to have any clothes on when you sleep over.
COS Cashmere Trousers | For that girl who thinks "sweats" are beneath her.
Gabriela Artigas Mini Tusk and Diamond Earrings | For that girl who has all of the pretty piercings you're jealous of.
S'well Yellow Gold Bottle | For that girl who has impeccable skin because she drinks 500 gallons of water a day.
Bodum French Press | For that girl who probably spends more money on coffee each month than everything else combined.
J. Hannah Jewelry Athena Ring | For that girl who could be a hand model.
COS Wool-Cashmere Scarf | For that girl who's always complaining about how cold it is, when it's only 75º.
Madewell Lace-Up Hoodie Sweater | For that girl who wants to be comfy but refuses to wear loungewear.
Compartes Chocolate Bar Gift Set | For that girl who always asks you to come over and bring chocolate and wine when she's on her period.
Zara Leather Ankle Boots | For that girl who wants to live in New York.
Zara Beaded Bucket Bag | For that girl who started stressing out about what to wear on NYE in November.
2017 Wall Calendar | For that girl who never remembers the plans she's made.

GIFT GUIDE: FOR HIM

The holidays are right around the corner, and I’m guessing that at this point many of you are starting to panic about gifts. Lucky for you, I apparently enjoy browsing the internet for hours at a time to curate gift options for men. I hope this post comes in handy. With everything from outerwear to loungewear, body care to drink containers, this list is sure to have at least one thing that will please even the pickiest and hardest-to-shop-for men you know.

*from top to bottom, left to right*
S’well Reusable Water Bottle | For that guy who’s always passing out from dehydration.
Urban Outfitters “Citrus” Cologne | For that guy who showers every other day “to conserve water.”
Ray Ban 55 Caravan Sunglasses | For that guy who wants to look like Don Draper.
Areaware Liquid Body Flask | For that guy whose family will inevitably re-hash the elections at Christmas dinner.
Brass “Think” Money Clip | For that guy who’s a minimalist, but also (ironically) a spendthrift.
A.P.C. Cardholder | For that guy who never has cash.
Deus Ex Machina LA Workwear Jacket | For that guy who’s into vintage-y things.
Native Union Marble iPhone 7 Case | For that guy who keeps telling you he’s sure he’s going to get an iPhone 7 for Christmas.
Tile Mate | For that guy who’s always losing his keys. And wallet. And everything else.
B&O Play Bluetooth Speaker | For that guy who blasts music on his phone (for everyone to hear) while hiking Runyon Canyon.
P.F. Candle Co. Campfire Candle | For that guy who’s always trying to organize a camping trip to Yosemite or Joshua Tree.
Baxter of California Body Care Kit | For that guy who’s 28 and still uses 3-in-1 shampoo/conditioner/body wash.
Levi’s Sherpa Jacket | For that guy who always talks about being a “90’s kid.”
Adidas Premium Trefoil Sweatpants | For that guy who has a membership to Equinox, but never actually goes.
Red Wing Classic Moc Boots | For that guy who wants to be a lumberjack when he grows up.