5 minute read Something missing from your wish list this year? I say, treat yourself! You've earned it!
5 minute read Something missing from your wish list this year? I say, treat yourself! You've earned it!
7 minute read Thoughtful and unique gifts from some of NYC's finest, independently-owned shops.
Over here at TTT, we love any chance to wear something red. What better chance, of course, to deck everything out in the passionate hue than Valentine's Day? Krystal already gave you some amazing options for what to wear on February 14th, whether you have a hot date, are hanging with girlfriends, or are just treating yourself. But, if you're like me (aka a huuuuge procrastinator, yikes!), though you may have the perfect outfight you might be still searching for the perfect gift for those most important in your life. It's undeniable that shopping either for your beloved or friend for valentines can be unnecessarily stressful. However, with a custom photo moon lamp on the market, need we stress so much? This gorgeous moon lamp printed with your favorite picture of you and your most dearest is sure to win over your loved one. Fear not...this is not the only gift I have in mind! I have a short and sweet gift guide that will satisfy everyone on your list (and yes, you are included in that list!). Keep reading to discover the best gifts for your guy, your girlfriends, and yourself!
The Guy Gifts
[prodr brand="COMME DE GARÇONS" product="Heart Tee" description="What guy doesn't love a good t-shirt? Not only does this make the perfect closet-stealing item for you, but the cute logo will always remind him of the day you gave him his favorite shirt. Plus, Comme De Garçons is known for their quality basics!" link="LINK URL"][/prodr]
[prodl brand="JBL" product="Wireless Over Ear Headphones" description="JBL is famous for offering amazing sound quality at a price point that won't break the bank. I have several iterations of their wireless speakers and they're amazing. Get these wireless headphones for your commuting beau who can't stand to lose one more pair of AirPods." link="LINK URL"][/prodl]
[prodl brand="SHIRALEAH" product="Trinket Box" description="One of my favorite gifts to receive from my girlfriends are little items that will always remind me of them - but that are also functional and seamlessly integrated into my daily life. This clear trinket box is perfect to store jewelry and other desk items, and is so pretty, everyone will like it." link="LINK URL"][/prodl]
[prodr brand="KIEHL'S" product="Overnight Hydrating Masque" description="This hydrating mask is perfect for the dead of winter - or, exactly when Valentine's Day is. Gifting face masks is super fun, but those sheet masks only last one usage and can sometimes feel like a waste. This tub will last for a long time (I've had mine for months!), making it the gift that keeps on giving." link="LINK URL"][/prodr]
[prodr brand="SEE BY CHLOE" product="Kriss Small Shoulder Bag" description="Four words: Just go for it. If there's a designer item that you've been eyeing (my rule with investment pieces is lusting over it for 6 months to a year, is that too much?), Valentine's Day is a great excuse to give yourself a gift you know you'll love." link="LINK URL"][/prodr]
[prodr brand="TATA HARPER" product="Beautifying Face Oil" description="Tata Harper is an amazing brand - all natural skincare is having a well-deserved moment right now. I'm trying to make the switch where I can, and these gorgeous products are next on my list. I love a good face oil, so I'm dying to this one." link="LINK URL"][/prodr]
Happy Christmas weekend!
Though many of you may have your gifts already picked out, some of us are still struggling to find the perfect gift for someone on our list. Maybe she's the woman who has everything and wants for nothing — and yet will playfully expect a lovely gift. Or maybe it's the girl whose life is so effortless and down to earth that even material things just don't cut it. Whoever it is, a tried-and-true gift I always turn to is beauty. From lipsticks to balms to hair products to skincare, beauty is something almost any girl can get excited over, especially as gifts. Beauty products are often small and always thoughtful — I love how much consideration goes into even the tiniest pot of eyeshadow. Does this match her personality? Will she wear it often or for special occasions? Does this color scream her?
Beauty can be tricky, sometimes, but with these picks below you'll be pleasing every last girl on your list. Happy shopping!
Photos by Lydia Hudgens
If you or someone you know and love is looking for the perfect pair of boots, look no further. I have found the perfect pair of boots, full stop. They're a snakeskin print, a block heel, that ideal shaft height that hits your ankle in just the right spot. Oh, and did I mention they're currently on sale?
Okay, say you're not feeling the snakeskin. That's fine. I still have the perfect pair of boots for you. Knee-high, buttery leather, the kind of weathered tan that says you were out in the stables all day, minus the smell. Oh yes.
Sure, maybe you don't want a tall boot. How about one with a heel, detailing that's both classic and on trend, and a bit of traction to get you from subway to office, even during the snow, but that will still stun in your board meeting? I've got you covered.
Maybe you hate all of those ideas — that's okay too! Johnston & Murphy has possibly the best selection of fall and winter boots I've seen in years. The range of styles is incredible, the craftsmanship is top of the line, and they're sure to please anyone on your Christmas list. I know I'll be both wearing and gifting multiple pairs. Just be sure to sneak a peek at your friend's shoe size the next time you're over at her apartment!
Check out my favorite Johnston & Murphy shoes below and let me know which style you're digging. Happy hunting!
Photos by Nora Varcho
This post was in collaboration with Johnston & Murphy. As always, all opinions and styling are my own. Thank you for supporting all This Time Tomorrow collaborations!
Stocking stuffers should be considered an art. Or maybe a sport? Either way, the smaller gifts that hang across the mantlepiece are often my favorite things to open on Christmas morning. They usually have an extra personal touch, offer something fun and meaningful, and can be immediately be put to good use. I remember waking up on Christmas Day, charging downstairs, and immediately grabbing all stockings and surrounding myself with their contents.
When I was little, stocking stuffers would include practical gifts like face wash and body lotion, delicious treats like chocolate and teriyaki turkey jerky (my favorite snack, haha!), and any other little knick knacks that were honestly probably just too small to wrap such as any custom photo keychains my parents got for us. Whether it was socks or a hot cocoa mix I'd been craving, I always loved whatever was in the stockings.
Now that I'm a bit older, though, I see stocking stuffers as an opportunity for the most heartfelt of gifts. Maybe a little bit more expensive than a Hershey's bar, but still reasonable enough to be able to include enough gifts to fill the stocking. I'm thinking something like this gorgeous Nixon watch that Krystal wears here - functional, sensible, but beautiful and unique. I gave my boyfriend a watch for Christmas a few years ago, and it's still one of his most treasured pieces. Currently, I'm debating gifting myself a Nixon watch (I love this tortoiseshell one), and maybe even one or two for my closest girlfriends.
I love finding little gifts that are both necessary and cute, like this Moscow mule mug (my drink of choice!) or these gorgeous zodiac journals. Check out more of my favorite stocking stuffer picks below.
xx
Nora
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