2022 holiday gift guide

While mentally I may still be in the month of May, the holidays are somehow here (!). To get your nog’s flowing, below are some gift picks to get your jingle balls rolling… Happy shopping and happy gifting and HAPPY-HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

Boll & Branch Men’s Waffle Robe, $118 | Cleobella Block Print Oven Mitt & Hot Plate, $68 | Courant Leather Wireless Charger, $64 | Etsy Domino Game Set, $69.99 | Mackenzie-Childs Royal Check Pitcher, $118 | Casper Weighted Blanket, $99 | Eucalypso Home Sleep Mask, $24 | Free People Business & Pleasure Co. Premium Cooler, $79.

alo Women’s Cashmere Socks, $44.

Pearl Los Angeles Sweatshirt, $70 and Sweatpants, $80.

Anthropologie Coupe Glass Set of 4, $56 | Serena & Lily Linen Robe, $148 | Nordstrom Le Cruset Whistling Tea Kettle, $115 | Madewell Glass French Press, $85 | Shopbop Estelle Colored Glass Stemless Glasses, Set of 6, $170 | Walmart Weighted Plush Pink Dinosaur, $17.50, Green Dinosaur, $27.98 | Anthropologie Icons by Oscar Book, $40.

Slowtide Oversized Beach Towel, $70.

Shopbop Ripple Cup Set of 2, $60.

eco-friendly holiday alternatives

In a year already full of so much waste, here are some excellent eco-friendly substitutes for those holiday items that you can’t do without…

Recyclable Wrapping Paper from Wrappily, $10: While this may come as a surprise, most wrapping paper is actually non-recyclable. This super-cute, double-sided, fully recyclable wrapping paper is even made from recycled newspaper. Wrappily has prints so cute that doing your part doesn’t have to come with any sacrifices.

Felt Monogram Ornaments from Anthropologie, $7: A colorful and cute substitute for plastic ornaments. These mixed with some wooden or glass ornaments will leave your tree looking merry and bright!

Recyclable Eco Christmas Crackers from Etsy, $3: These crackers are plastic free and come in a DIY kit so you have the option to fill them yourself.

Plant Based Eco-Glitter from CultureHustle, $26: If you have little ones, we’d imagine there will be lots of crafting this holiday season. So don’t use plastic glitter when you can use an eco-friendly alternative.

holiday gift guide: gifts for the homebody

Dear Santa, I would like all of the below. Thank you and best wishes, K Shan.

Sunny Stripe Mug by Double M Pottery, $48: Perfect for that morning cup of joe or bedtime tea. Its bright colors and fabulous style will always bring a smile to ones face.

Incense Holder from The Garage Collective, $36: This handmade ceramic incense holder is a simple beauty. Pair with P.F. Candle Co. Sandalwood Rose Incense, $9: Incense is a great way to add a pleasant aroma to a room and naturally bring a calming presence.

Personal Concrete Fireplace from Food52, $95: This tiny fireplace is the perfect way to add ambiance - and make s’mores on your bed side table. Just kidding. But any homebody would love this gift.

Cloud Cotton Robe by Parachute Home, $99: This Turkish cotton robe is lightweight and so cozy. Perfect for lounging or staying cozy after a hot bath.

Velour Hoodie from The Shop Laguna, $66; Velour Sweatshorts from The Shop Laguna, $49: Velour is back and it’s better than ever! This two-piece ensemble is the perfect mix of luxury and comfort.

Sunday Citizen Weighted Blanket from Food52, $259 & up: Weighted blankets are great for many reasons; for starters, the even weight can help you sleep better. And there’s evidence these magical blankets can help reduce anxiety. Win-win.

holiday gift guide: gifts for him $75 and under

Having trouble searching for a great gift for a guy in your life? Check out a few ideas below that won’t break the bank…

Snake Charm Hemp Tee by Amber Fort, $36. Great gift for any stylishly casual stud. Amber Fort is a hemp-based bedding company located in sunny Southern California. They not only makes a killer tee, but also some of the coziest, most sustainable bedding on the market.

Roasted Habanero Hot Sauce by Mago Hot Sauce, $7: This hot sauce is absolutely mouthwatering and we’re not over exaggerating one bit when we gush about this being the absolute best little gift for any hot sauce lover. It’s literally the perfect addition to everything from eggs to chili to Taco Tuesday.

Safety Razor by The Art of Shaving, $75: This sleek razor looks sleek on a counter and is the perfect gift for your fuzzy man.

The Future Will Get Weird Tee by Adam Mars, $32. Adam Mars is a Los Angeles-based artist who has made custom clothing for Billie Eilish, Axl Rose, Post Malone, and The Growlers, to name a few. He is currently selling his art via clothing made with organic cotton and water based ink. Hey Adam, how’d you know the future was gonna get so weird?!

Cookin’ With Coolio from Amazon, $12. Quite possibly my favorite gift for any guy with a sense of humor. Be sure to check out his cooking videos on YouTube as well... It’s the gift that keeps on giving.

Beer Chilling Coasters from Uncommon Goods, $45. Chill these stone coasters in the fridge and use to keep beers, waters or sodas extra cool.

Home Beer Brewing Kit by Craft A Brew, $45: For the crafty beer drinker in your life, this kit will make him feel like the king connoisseur.