2025 Gift Guide for Home and Style Mavens

THE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDES ARE HERE!!!

I’ve got some very fun gifting ideas for a variety of humans: Home and Style Mavens (below), Home Cooks and Food Lovers, Beauty and Wellness Enthusiasts, and, of course, Dudes. 

We all know that holidays aren’t about the presents. BUT giving presents can also be a small joy, and I take great pride each year in helping some of you find the perfect thing for someone you love. Especially the tough giftees. (I feel this pain. Everyone in my family is shockingly difficult to shop for.)

As always, my hope is that these gift guides help make shopping for your people a little bit easier and more fun. And reminder that it can sometimes be helpful to forward these gift guides to significant others/family members with the subject “Hint, hiiiint.”

Happy shopping, friends! Wishing you and yours the happiest of holiday seasons. Sending a virtual hug.

2025 Holiday Gift Guide for Home and Style Mavens:

Dog Tumblers. For the dog lover in your life! These pups in cups are 100% guaranteed to spark joy, and there are several adorable breeds to choose from.

Timeless Loafers. A black leather loafer is a great addition to any shoe collection, and the details on this pair are special. (They also look almost identical to The Row loafers for a fraction of the price.)

Backgammon on the Beach Towel. A towel that does double duty as a backgammon board? This is the type of two-fer that really tickles me, and the wooden pieces come in a color coordinated striped bag that’s both practical and chic.

Statement Red Coat. If you know a coat fetishist, this red wool number is a stunner. The funnel neck and oversized fit feels very of the moment, and it looks great both loose and belted. (This is another excellent red coat for under $150 that’s worth considering.) If bright red doesn’t feel quite right, this burgundy coat is a slightly more muted but equally fabulous option.

Marlies Grace Clutch. A unique clutch elevates even the simplest outfits, and this wood clutch with a braided tassel is a versatile beauty that will go with everything. This is another fun sculptural option, I’m very into the color combination and mixed metals on this (under $90) clutch, and I love simple satin tasseled bag that comes in a few colors.

Festive Striped Placemats. These brightly colored woven placemats infuse will infuse a little bit of whimsy into every meal. Should you be searching for something a little less loud, these wavy jute placemats are classic with a cool twist.

Sophie Lou Jameson Spiral Coasters. These nickel-plated coasters are a perfect (and practical) present for the person in your life that appreciates beauty in the small things.

Chic Lap Desk. If you know someone who loves to work from their couch or bed, this cute and comfy lap desk is quite the experiential upgrade. The cushioned base is filled with conforming microbeads and the wood surface is large enough to easily fit a laptop. For those who might prefer an overlap option, this (very aesthetic) one speaks to me.

Amanu Studio Tugela Belt. A beautiful belt really makes an outfit, and I love the organic buckle on this classic croc-embossed staple. (It comes in both black and brown.) I’m also drawn to this very similar under $80 belt.

Bacchus Book Ends. Should you need a present for a slightly artsy fartsy book lover, these sculptural stone bookends will look gorgeous on every shelf. (I also love this book stand in the same style.) If this shape doesn’t do it for you, the Fettu style is a personal favorite.

Iris Earrings. These statement earrings strike the perfect balance of interesting and elegant and add a little bit of flare to both everyday and special occasion outfits. (They also come in silver!) I also love the look of these Ben Amun tassel earrings and gold-tone earrings. And the Lié Studio Asta Earrings are a cool classic if you’re looking for something a bit smaller.

Gemstone Lighter. For that person on your list who is a little bit extra. Does anyone need a bedazzled lighter case? No, but that’s what makes it such a perfect present…

Borsa Di Vino Wine Tote. This sexy handwoven tote has dividers to comfortably carry three bottles of wine without risk of clanking or breaking. It comes in several colors from a classic beige to hot pink, so there’s an option for every wine lover.

Sweater Comb. Give the gift of smooth, pill-free knitwear! This small but mighty comb removes pills/loose fibers from sweaters, increasing their longevity and ensuring they look their very best.

The Great Oversized Bandana. Given that it can be worn as a scarf, top, or sarong, this giant bandana is a wardrobe workhorse. And it comes in two great neutral color options!

Need more gifting ideas? Check out the Home and Style Gift Guides from 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018, as well as my Favorite Things from 2024 and 2025.