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.