gift guide 2023 - random good stuff
settle in, this a long one. delightful things for no one in particular but also for anyone in particular. in other words, if you can’t figure out what to buy someone i am certain there is something on this list.
you could also call this things i would love to receive that i didn’t know i wanted. the glorious surprise.
what a thrill to pull out these hand shaped cocktail napkins at your next gathering.
a picasso ornament. or a paint fan deck. or kusama.
a cute pet bed. comes in varying sizes and colors.
chill out gummies. who doesn’t need these?
a plush wearable throw. for late night dog walks or porch hangs.
the fishwife and fly by jing smoked salmon trio. the best.
hinoki scented japanese bath flakes. give with the gummies.
the great pullover. will be her favorite gift.
popcorn bowl with kernel sifter. i am a popcorn girlie and i pop my own and the kernels at the bottom are the worst!
original japanese bambi movie poster. stunning.
a giant tub of spanish potato chips. i think this is the ultimate gift of practical luxury.
kids raccoon sweater. wish it came in my size.
love this folk art painting.
ciao necklace. this is so awesome. it’s huge and cool and can also be used as a purse strap!
traditional japanese rice cooker. it whistles when it’s ready.
this ganni beret is on sale for $40 at the real real. i want it so bad.
these face vessels would make such a good gift.
a beautiful coffee table book for your artist friend.
these incense leaves are beautiful.
be careful there are babes in the forest. any gen x’er would love this.
heritage horse sweater. ummmm…any gen x’er would love this.
dusen dusen is always a good idea. the colors on these placemats are so good.
the best christmas candle out there.
4 different pasta cutters. just roll out your dough and then roll these right over.
i believe luxury hand soap and an assortment of beautiful hand towels can be the way to go for so many people.
gift guide 2023 - tweens
really the meanest kids on the planet. but we still love them to the ends of the earth.
as far as i can tell squishmallows are still a thing. and there are endless options.
a simple 3 step skincare routine anyone can ace.
basketball bean bag toss. quiet fun plus exercise is a win for everyone.
24 pairs of colored shoelaces. i’m fairly certain this will delight.
slime kit. better late than never to this party.
ramen sweatshirt. 100/10 would also wear.
pre-order the hottest ticket item this christmas. dead ass.
not pictured but- the best book for literally anyone on your list. babies to grandparents.
lego patronus. fiona was a big lego nerd. still is frankly and would be thrilled to receive this. the thing with legos is it’s about building the thing so it doesn’t even matter what it is.
giant beanbag chair. i would have loved to have had one of these as a kid. to not have to sit next to my parents (or younger sib) on movie night?? yes please.
classic crocs and jibbitz. i like these too, and these!!
smartphone controlled paper airplane. get out!
boba tea kit. yep.
i have it on good authority that these books are amazing- where the mountain meets the moon, escape from mr. lemoncello’s library, princess academy
a basketball you wouldn’t mind looking at.
gift guide 2023 - a dude but, like a creative one.
what to get the guy who doesn’t drink bourbon or grill or watch sports?
moleskin smart writing system. write that shit down bro.
the charlie chaplin archives. for the film guy.
spectrum wall planner. this is really cool and unexpected. i imagine i would just make shit up to do just so i could write on it.
chef josé andrés’ paella kit. win win.
bluetooth turntable and a two great albums. there is nothing like the sound of a record playing.
terre d’hermès. can confirm this smells amazing. totally unisex.
lined dickies jacket. because cool AND warm.
eames hang-it-all. help him impress his date.
virgil abloh book. ditto above. but also for the fashion bro this is a general win.
grow your own lion’s mane mushrooms. bc A. those things are expensive and B. he wants to eat them for his health.
le labo hair pomade (smells amazing) with a stylish comb would make a great, well rounded gift for very little dollars.
making your own kimchi is the new brewing your own beer.
how about a good looking phone amplifying speaker.
a semi permanent tattoo pen. v cool.
good looking crates to store anything.
gift guide 2023 - grandparents
there are lots of different types of grandparents (hell i’m old enough to be someone’s grandma) out there so let’s say this one is putting the octo in octogenarian.
sheepskin rug - why not for the side of the bed? sososossoft.
wireless indoor/outdoor weather station - i would lowkey be thrilled to own this.
do you remember game. do you remember? cuz i sure as shit don’t.
insulated casserole carrier. casseroles are delicious.
hand massager. carpal? arthritis? achy? massage those mits! follow it up with this.
beat the boredom. ugh YES.
window bird feeder. i’ll take one too please. don’t forget the bird seed.
china gel. this is truly the best i’ve used.
mars roamer slip-on shoe of immense comfort. comes in other colors. (SLIP ON)
remember trinket tray. getting this for my mom who has alzheimer’s. 😔
hands free can opener. seems appropriate.
armrest organizer. comes in lots of colors.
a dozen jacques torres chocolate chip cookies. a RESOUNDING yes.
a custom sweatshirt with her grandma name. better get on it tho.
leg massager and warmer. honestly how psyched would you be?
jigsaw puzzle mat. genius.
gift guide 2023 - she's a teenager but she's cooler than you
the much requested teen girl gift guide.
thankfully, the older they get the lists they give become more efficient and less lengthy. my own cool teen’s list basically goes like this-
airpods max (silver), clothes (any), makeup (eyeshadow palette, contour), sanrio stuff and various kpop albums. chances are your teen isn’t too far off of this basic list. but if you’re still at a loss after this at the end of the day you can’t go wrong with a sephora gift card.
caliray surfproof setting spray- i have this and it’s fantastic. if she wears make up she needs a setting spray. and if she’s never used one her whole world will change.
shhhh! this is the eyeshadow palette i am getting for my blue-green eyed girl.
a silk pillowcase, a sleep inducing pillow spray and a blowdry brush would be a triple banger. (get the small sized one only if she has hair chin length or shorter. for all the rest go big or go home.)
these little miniature book nooks are adorably perfect. i know fiona would love it.
summer fridays lip butter is the best imo and….
westman atelier contour is the best imo.
these little style guides would make a great gift for the fashion obsessed.
this bust lamp comes in a color changing option.
these floral vine lace tights are super fun.
a sewing machine so she can learn a skill already. i’m sure there are loads of sweet little old ladies in the area who would be thrilled to teach her.
and of course airpods max 🙄 because she thinks money grows on trees. (actually 3 months in college has taught fiona quite a lot about the value of a dollar.) but hey, if i could i would.
fleece lined tights to keep her legs warm in miniskirts.
this instant photo printer to print out all 50,000 photos of hyunjin from stray kids on her phone. or her friends.
these boujie mechanical pencils and scented erasers from astier de villatte are perfect for the romantic little lady.
love the idea of a personal safety alarm. bonus for being cute and she can clip it to her purse or belt loop or even a necklace.
a disco light that attaches to her phone and lights up with music. great stocking stuffer.
the summer i turned pretty is vvvv popular among the tweens and teens. the movie was trash but the books are great. (she probably loved the movie though.)
cool kicks for a cool chick.
artsy girls will be thrilled with this screen printing set.