Gifts for Women: 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

My number one must-have gift for women is a pair of the HOKA Stinson 7 ATR shoes. When I saw these are considered the Swiss Army knife of shoes, I have to admit that I thought that was a big claim. But after trying them out, can tell you that they are, indeed, the ultimate pair of shoes that you can use anywhere. Take them on road, off-road, what have you, they are what you want to have in your arsenal. I have tried many pairs of shoes for exercising and they are, by far, my favorite brand. It feels as if you are on clouds when you are wearing them and it doesn’t get much better than that. All other types of exercise shoes have been exiled from my closet!

To enhance your skin to help make it absolutely radiant, we recommend gifting a SolaWave to your favorite gal. Although, you could give it to anyone on your list that cares about putting their best face forward everyday, guys and gals will both love it! This award winning Advanced Skincare Wand creates the ultimate at-home spa facial by combining four powerful skincare technologies into one slim device. You can reduce the appearances of fine lines, wrinkles, blemishes, dark spots and circles as well as energize and de-puff your skin. It’s not a huge time commitment to use, either. Simply takes less than 5 minutes a few times a week. That is do-able and the results that you can achieve will make it well worth the time!

I love a great pair of shoes. Shoes are probably my favorite part of an outfit. I love shoes that are a little different and stand out from the rest. However, I have some issues with my feet that make it so the shoes have to be comfortable or else, I just can’t wear them. I’m sure I’m not alone in that. My fellow moms out there know that if you have to stand on your feet all day, it’s of utmost importance that the shoes offer some serious support and cushion. We want the support of a sneaker, but the look of a very cute shoe. The Sneaker from Rothy’s is exactly that! Available in a wide array of colors and patterns, these shoes can be work with or without socks, year round. They are adorable and feel fantastic. For dressier occasions, I adore The Pointe II –you can wear them with skirts, dresses or pants and you can’t go wrong! There’s never been a time I’ve worn these without receiving tons of compliments.

Would you guess they are good for the environment, too? That’s right, the signature material used in Rothy’s incredible shoes is made up of used water bottles! Unbelievable! The other unbelievable thing about these shoes is that when they get dirty, you can toss them in the washing machine and have them come out looking and smelling brand new! Whether you want a pair of shoes for everyday wear or for dressier occasions, there is something for everyone. We also adore their reversible ivory and mist Lightweight Tote. It’s also available in a variety of other stylish colors, but with the reversible, it’s like you are getting two for the price of one! It’s perfect for all your errands, day trips, and getaways. You’ll wonder how you got by without it for so long. Best of all, it is completely washable and sustainable–it’s made from recycled plastic bottles! 

I never thought I would be interested in having a weighted blanket before I was introduced to Baloo. Then I tried their throw blanket and I am a believer. Their weighted blanket comes in multiple sizes and colors, so you can use it on the couch or for your bed. I feel like it is pure magic. When you place the blanket on you, the weight of it is so comforting and feels so good to your body. I experience a lot of pain and on one particularly bad night, I decided to try sleeping with this blanket. Best night sleep of my life! It was as if the weight of the blanket placed the perfect pressure to each of my joints and somehow alleviated the pain. I felt so good and so well rested, it was unbelievable. Since that night, I have found reasons to use the blanket whenever possible and it helps so much. One of my hesitations of trying a weighted blanket before finding Baloo was that you couldn’t wash the blankets. Believe it or not, you can actually wash these in the washing machine at home and they turn out perfectly! I highly recommend getting a Baloo blanket for anyone on your list, they are amazing!

Give her some great new beauty and fragrance gifts this Christmas for an absolute steal. Such a great price, in fact, that you can pick up several varieties.  FragranceNet is the perfect place to find every spectacular fragrance you could ever want! Buy full sized bottles like the classic Chanel Coco,  Libre by Yves Saint Lauren, and Ralph Lauren Woman. You can also load up on miniature sizes of colognes for stockings, too, like the Valentino Donna Variety set and Lancome Variety 4 piece set. But, FragranceNet is so much more than just as the name implies. Yes, you can find amazing selections and deals on your favorite perfumes, but you can also find your favorite cosmetics here, too. Load up on Charlotte Tilbury and Benefit products at a fraction of the price.You can find so many different well loved brands here, be sure to check them out!

Holly Yashi is always a favorite gift to receive. Every season offers a new array of beautiful jewelry she will be sure to adore. Delicate and extremely feminine, you just can’t go wrong here. The eternity necklace is a classic that she will adore for everyday wear. I love the Meridian earrings and necklace that you can pair with just about any outfit–it’s a wonderful way to add color and charm. For this holiday season, I love the newly released Seashore Dreams earrings for something fun and unique. Now until December 31, 2023, enjoy 15% off your entire purchase when you use code HYMA2023 at checkout!

For a completely unique gift, we are loving Gift Lab! Such a fun gift idea, you can take a photo and submit it to their company. In return they will turn the people in the photo into a brick figurines that you can build! This was such an easy thing to do and they will customize the colors to match every detail. So if you have a special memory that you share together, you can make it even more so with this fun token. The quality is excellent and this will make a a great gift she will love for a long time to come.

For a wonderful layering piece for cooler weather, we love the Outdoor Jacquard Quilted Vest from Orvis. Available in several colors, we love the cream colored one for winter time. You will love the way it looks and feels (so soft!) for seasons throughout the year. Another must-have piece from Orvis is their women’s drirelease long-sleeve quarter zip. These also come in a variety of colors and you will want to get one in just about every one, they are a great addition to your wardrobe and can be worn by themselves or under vests to create a comfortable and stylish look.

Newly introduced to me this fall, I can’t get enough of DUER clothing! Check out this ultra comfy Live Free Jumpsuit in copper. So cute! I like that you can dress it up or down, but no matter how you wear it, you can be extremely comfortable. Great for the gal on the go, this jumpsuit is flexible and stretchy and has great pockets! Amazingly, the fabric fibres are 95% plant based or recycled materials! One word of warning, if you wear this jumpsuit, prepare yourself to receive tons of compliments!

For the gal that loves to travel, I love the Carry-On Hard Shell Suitcase from Quince. This is the perfect sized (with a little extra room that can still fit in the overhead of a plane) carry on to take literally anywhere in the world. It holds so much and even has a removable laundry bag. I love the colors, especially the tan, the super strong casing, and most important the Japanese-crafted Hinomoto 360 degree wheels. Trust me, once you try these kind of wheels, you can never go back to the old ones. A perfect gift for those that can’t get enough travel!

Looking for a lovely dress for the holidays? Look no further than Chico’s. Always a great choice in women’s apparel, Chico’s has very sophisticated looks for every day and for special occasions alike, like their velvet shirts that can add some pizzaz to an outfit and their velvet sequined bell sleeved dress. This dress is perfect for holiday parties and is the most stunning blue and extremely flattering on. I love that Chico’s has sizing for every body type. I have never purchased clothing from Chico’s that I didn’t absolutely love. In fact, for those that love to travel, check out their traveler’s collection–they have great pieces that don’t wrinkle and look fantastic on, straight from your suitcase.

Christmas morning wouldn’t be the same without a brand new pair of the most wonderful pajamas from Soma. One of my traditions is to open up a new pair each Christmas Eve. Their pajamas are my most favorite. Soft to the touch, oh-so-comfortable to wear, and they wash up like they are brand new. Their Cool Nights long sleeve notch collar pajamas are especially wonderful and come in a variety of patterns and designs. You can’t go wrong with these luxurious pajamas!

I love gifts that will get a lot of use and one I have been using every single day is the Vivomove Trend from Garmin. This hybrid smartwatch could easily be mistaken for just an analog watch, with a classic look and color tones. Available in a variety of metal bezels and cream colored silicone bands, it easily can be worn with everything without necessarily looking like a sports or fitness tracker. Once you look more closely, though, you quickly find digital features that are hidden from view. A tap on the face of the watch brings up an entire screen that is loaded with valuable information. Want to know the weather, receive texts, and how many steps you’ve taken each day? This watch has that at the touch of your fingertips, and then some. Download the Garmin app for your phone and even more information can be found. It tracks hydration, stress levels, sleep and even allows me to compete with myself or other users, making a complete game out of fitness goals. Collecting badges and traveling the distances of countries around the world has me challenging myself constantly and I love it! 

When it’s time to go out and exercise in cooler temps, I absolutely adore base layers from Smartwool. Available in various patterns for both men and women, they have you covered from the cold when it’s necessary to be outside. Their Women’s Intraknit Merino Colorblock 1/4 zip is my new favorite go-to. It  is the perfect weight. The 100% wool fabric feels amazingly soft and comfortable and allows you to stay toasty, while moving sweat away from your body. I love the colors it comes in!

Have you tried Outdoor Voices clothing before? Well, if you have, you know how absolutely wonderful they are. If not, you’ll have to take my word that these are heavenly. Pick up a pair of the Frost Knit 7/8 leggings and Frost Knit longsleeve shirt . Trust me when I tell you they are the perfect combination of compression and comfort, perfect for exercise in the winter. You will find yourself wanting to wear them both non-stop. I love the bright colors, too!

Another great gift option are the completely 100% waterproof shoes from Vessi. I love their Boardwalk Slip-Ons! These shoes are like walking on air. They are a perfect solution for every day wear. Available in men’s and women’s and several different colors, this is a wardrobe staple! I have put these shoes to the test straight out of the box and can tell you, without breaking them in, my feet felt amazing after walking, standing, and traveling in them for 14+ hours straight. These shoes are also great at wicking away sweat from your feet so you don’t get overheated. You can also hand wash these to keep them in tip top shape always. These are my go-to travel shoes!

I am loving the great products you can find at Grace & Stella, especially their energy drink eye masks. I don’t know where these have been my whole life, but I can tell you now that I know the difference with them in my life, I don’t want to go back. These are probably my favorite beauty hack. It is literally like drinking an energy drink–your eyes feel well rested, alert, and wonderful after placing the jellies under your eyes for a bit. You can keep the packages cold and they work even better, depuffing your undereye area. They are the best!

For those on the go this winter, take your gear in some high-end holiday printed canvas boat and corduroy totes from Crab and Cleek.  They were featured on Oprah’s Favorite Things, and we totally get why they were.  This nautical east coast company has some seriously fun prints and the bags are so roomy. There is even a zipped pocket inside which is quite deep. I love the Vintage Lift Ticket tote  for all the fun winter activities you will do with your family and the French Sailor Shirt Tote for weekend adventures.

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