Blocking all my family members because this is actually the stuff I’m buying.
FOR MYSELF
If my husband manages to find this, I’ve made it easy for him.
A winter white balaclava for when the temp drops below 50 in Charleston.
I have been eying this little tapestry bag since last year, and I am kicking myself for not buying it when I visited the Attersee store in October.
This enormous bike basket so I don’t have to drive anywhere ever again.
Beautiful notebooks from my friend Blake’s shop, Wentworth, to unburden the mental load.
Fruit and chocolate have no business comingling, but I can get behind this mint chocolate “orange.”
Anything by Danielle McKinney. Dream big!
Influenced by my friend Lulu and Air Mail, I finally made it to the Belgian Shoes store but didn’t pull the trigger on anything (yet). This classic pair of slippers would round out my closet nicely.
I just saw these shearling-lined pony hair boots at Holiday on Madison - they’re good.
This eyewear case feels like a requisite trapping of adulthood.
An electric kettle and Bellocq’s Nocturne tea to dream of being at The Mayflower.
FOR THE GIRLS
For my long-distance BFF that I call 5x per day and my brother’s new gen-z-cusp fiancee.
Matching mini bags for you and your bestie.
Phone case wristlet > purse.
A funky, chunky winter hat to go with everything.
Glass straws to look cute being eco-friendly.
This lemon squeezer and mother of pearl spoon are perfect for my best friend, who I call “Swan.” They’re also perfect for your best friend who you likely don’t call Swan.
Ghia’s better-for-you Nutella-alternative. Pick your fighter: crunchy or smooth (or both).
A coffee table book featuring the interiors of 22 English creatives including Luke Edward Hall, the daughters of Carolina Irving, and Cath Kidston.
Color analysis be damned. I could justify owning each of these blush colors.
Embroider your friend’s new initials or embarrassing nickname on this waffle cosmetic bag. There are dozens of icons from which to choose, too.
Never enough pouches.
FOR THE MOMS
Things for my mom who likes to have fun but doesn’t like wine and my mother-in-law who has impeccable taste but is impossible to shop for.
A Smythson card holder to fit in her evening bags. The red is chic, too.
A photo album to store her favorite Christmas cards or fill with photos of her favorite child.
This Italian leather glasses case that can be personalized.
A wastebasket upgrade.
Superlative place cards for dinner party fun
This perennial cotton scarf from my favorite brand.
Personalized train case for her travels.
A book of beautiful homes (including mine, which is a shanty compared to the others).
My mother-in-law is an interior designer, so this board game is apt. Have a cocktail and argue over what color jonquil is.
Mom’s favorite tequila plus this basil habanero simple syrup.
Scented wax tablets to pop in her drawers or hang in the closet.
Organic, vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free thumbprint cookies for a guilt-free treat.
FOR THE BOYS
Here’s what I’m getting my brother who thinks it’s cool to brag about how late he works, my father-in-law who makes a mean lasagna and is well-versed in politics, my husband who doesn’t want anything, and my dad who wants everything.
A new belt to jazz up the Doug Funnie closet.
The flatter the sandwich, the closer to God. An iron grill press to make it happen.
A handsome corral (tray) for his shit.
An Air Mail subscription to keep up with just the interesting current events.
Buying a man a kitchen gadget is the equivalent of hiding vegetables in a kid’s food: you’ve hoodwinked him into being a better version of himself.
Truth be told, this is the fragrance I wear, but it’s meant for les hommes.
Because after I give these striped boxers to my husband, I’m going to steal them for sleeping.
I watched a video of Molly Baz adding her Dill Pickle mayo to a Jersey Mike’s sub and I swiped up.
A pencil with a ruler. Is this useful? Only time will tell.
My brother got my entire family hooked on this game.
Left to their own devices, they’ll buy Nike or, God forbid, ankle socks. Time to level up with merino tube socks.
Slippers to keep the dogs at bay.
FOR MY MINI
My six year old has the personality of Amy March lately, but I’m willing to look past it for the season.
Hemstitch pillowcase with her initial.
Unapologetically, we are a board game family.
A bag charm to make it easier to find hers in the sea of lilac and pink LL Bean backpacks.
A tiny tea set to keep her from using my good stuff.
Sun print paper in both small and big sheets from Wentworth. (Call to purchase)
I have no cap on books or dress up clothes, so what’s another cape and headband?
A weaving sheep that is interactive and reusable.
I’m replacing her Hatch white noise and praying to the almighty gods this clock will keep her in her room until 7:00 am.
Such a great roundup, Chelsea! Add to all the carts! Thank you!