Gift Guide: The Westerner

She is an old soul, more than a bit bohemian and independent to her core. You can find her dreaming of open plains,  mountain valleys and colorful deserts where her vibes are most at home. Whether her Joshua Tree life is a reality or not, give her gifts this year that celebrate her wild heart and endless sense of wonder. 

For clearing the air: a heady blend of Palo Santo, Lavender, Rosemary, Myrrh & Wild Sage. Holy Dust from Earth and Element - pair with a little ceramic bowl for easy burning.

For rolling out the welcome: a cheerful doormat from Target

For a celestial chignon: a metal moon hair pin from Almanac For June on Etsy

For sipping: the most beautifully blushing tequila rested for 1 month in uncharred Napa Cabernet French White Oak barrels. Rosa Tequila from Codigo 1530

For pairing with the above: a handmade handsome smokey cocktail glass from East Fork Pottery

And for wrapping up this cocktail hour theme, something to protect the coffee table. Fringed Sweetgrass Coasters from Leif 

For lovers- a carved gold bangle that reads: My Heart & I Until I Die from LHN Jewelry

For eaters: a delicious combo with a kick. Raspberry Jalapeño Jam from Shady Acres Organic Farm

Because it's an essential accessory, and this is a great take on it: Piper Floppy Wool Hat by Brixton from Nordstrom

Because they would go great with that hat: Eclipse Ear Jackets by Mai Mai Bijoux on Etsy

For decking her walls: Western prints, photos and feel-good phrases

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(also quite a few cacti spotted on Minted)

For long soaks on cold winter nights: a delicious blend of piñon, charcoal & smoked sea salt for the bath from Plantfolk Apothecary

For keeping that post-bath glow: apricot kernel and sweet almond oil filled with suspended micro mica particles to reflect back the candlelight that surrounds her. Golden Hour Glowing Body Oil from Wildcare.

For warming up every corner of her home: a fluffy sheepskin, at this price she can have several. Rens Sheepskin from Ikea.

For traveling the world from her couch: a beautiful series of portraits by photographer Mihaela Noroc  that  focus on the universality of beauty, love and acceptance. The Atlas of Beauty from Amazon

For putting those traveling dreams in action: an inspirational book that promotes unplugged mindful travel with ideas for putting the mobile devices down and experiencing the world. Away & Aware by Sara Clemence on W&P Design.

For ayuverdic health benefits, and staying hydrated: a copper water bottle with antimicrobial properties best achieved if the water rests in the bottle overnight. Copper Carafe available on Amazon.

For finding them and keeping them, or communicating any other message on her mind: a custom embroidered bandana. #043 from 877 Workshop. I also like the embroidery placement on these. 

For a sexy take on a kitchen essential: Dutch Leather Oven Mitt from Food52

For pleasing crowds: a pour and go chilaquiles sauce that comes in green, red, chipotle and grill brava. Good on everything you put it on. Chilesquiles.

For throwing over her shoulder in a carefree way: a bohemian take on the crossbody trend. Bali Marketplace Cantina from Cleobella

For camp kitchens or everyday carry: a gorgeous 4" steel pocket knife. The only problem is picking the pattern. Damascus Collection Liner Lock Knife from Santa Fe Stoneworks.

For looking deeper into her star sign: a trading card style pack of insightful tidbits. Follow the Stars Astrology Card Set from Three Potato Four

Because if a candle that smells like ringed firelight & outdoor claw foot tubs that beckon under dark star filled night skies isn't her jam, I don't know what is. Moonlight Surnada from Ethics Supply Co - also don't miss their National Parks Collection.

For evenings in front of the fire or draping at the foot of her bed: an American classic - the San Miguel Blanket from Pendleton for something a little less, try Sackcloth & Ashes

For keeping in her bag: a winter weather essential with scents like Anise Patchouli, Lavender Incense and Black Jasmine, Compagnie de Provence Hand Balm available on Amazon

Because it's something she'll treasure for years: original art from California woodworker Aleksandra Zee, or if she hasn't been quite that good - something with a similar feel from Everyday Magic

Finally - if it's not boots, it should be these: gorgeous custom clogs from BRYR

Gift Guide: The Executive

Whether she's already in charge, or well on her way, this woman has hustle. Not just a #girlboss, but the boss, leading the charge in the boardroom and beyond. Celebrate her this season with gifts that have serious style but don't fall short on function. 

For a bedroom upgrade: custom pillowcases from Hill House Home.

For putting it on: a silicon sponge that promises not to waste a drop of that pricey foundation; MakeupDrop

For touch ups on the go: a cute rubber coated pocket mirror from Individual Medley

For taking it off: a mascara specific towel. Makeup Towel from Ace Hotel Shop.

For a new take on an old thing: a decidedly glam shower cap to hold her over between blow outs. ShhhowerCap.

For not sad desk lunches: a sleek packing solution. Bentgo Bento Box from Target.

For saying how she feels: Boy Bye Calling Cards from Terrapin Stationers... or for saying how she really feels...

For dressing up a top knot: Brushed Gold Bun Cuff from Chloe + Isabel.

For smelling ridiculously divine. Really. Sueded Oud Travel Perfume by Clean from Sephora.

For ensuring she's never far from her next charge - a handsome hang-on cable for her keys. Keychain Charger from from Mark & Graham

Because every boss needs one. A pristine button-down, this one designed to fight the bust gape with specially placed buttons. The Icon Shirt by Rochelle Behrens.

For pairing with that classic shirt, or anything else in her closet: a beautifully draped blazer (I adore mine). Chevalier Blazer by Wilfred on Aritzia.

For keeping that bling blinding: an all natural cleaning solution with a built in brush. Bling Brush from Baublerella.

For her drink of choice - a glamorous opener. Belmont Gold Plated Corkscrew from Pigment.

Also for that drink of choice, and according to the New York Times, a sommelier's pick as the best all-purpose glass out there, Estate Wine Glasses from Libbey or for even less, Target

For tracking steps & sleep, providing alerts for texts and calls and all of the other fitness tracker features - all on ONE CHARGE for six months. Ray Premium Fitness & Sleep Tracker from Misfit.

For giving that tracker something to track, and giving her SoulCycle bike a personalized spin. A padded washable bike seat cover from CitySeat

For chasing the chill under her desk or in her bedroom this winter. Uberheat Ceramic Space Heater from Honeywell on Amazon.

For keeping those digits pristine. Nail Care Kit from Odeme on Izola.

See above - a beautiful 'born this way' sheer from Christian Dior available at Nordstrom

And for keeping them warm, while not missing an email. Leather touch screen gloves from Echo

For not letting that red-eye get her down while simultaneously not schlepping a neck pillow that takes up half her carry-on: an ingenious folding solution from TRTL

For serious shut-eye: the best (my favorite!) sleep mask out there by Nidra available on Amazon

For breezing through TSA and looking good while she's at it: a sturdy see-through essentials pouch from Truffle - also for sports fans/concert goers, don't miss their stadium security compliant purses. 

For healthy habits in the new year: a glamorous carbonator that puts soda stream to shame. Premium Sparkling Water maker by AARKE available on Amazon

For jazzing up post-commute weeknight meals: a series of delicious all natural sauces from Havens Kitchen

For dressing up her tech: a marble Macbook Wrap from Uniqfind.

For keeping cords under control: a silicon power cord coil (also on my list). Quirky Powercurl Cord Organizer available on Amazon.

For making a smartphone into a conference line: Pioneer Portable Conference Speaker available on Amazon. 

For making mistakes smell amazing: a more adult take on the fruit scented erasers from her childhood. Astier de Villatte Perfumed Erasers from Aedes.com

For sleek & sophisticated note taking: the Lamy Safari Fountain Pen available at the Goulet Pen Co

Or for something that requires less perfect penmanship: the Kaweco Sport Ballpoint Pen avaialable on Jet Pens

For GSD (getting shit done): the ultimate analog desktop organizing tools by Meg Biram

And for GSD on the run: a specially crafted planner designed to make her more successful with layouts that set yearly, monthly and weekly goals.  Signature Planner from Ink and Volt.

For keeping in her desk drawer: Dark Chocolate Bourbon Bears from Sugarfina

For coffee breaks, and because she is: Boss Mug from Design Life Kids

Or a higher tech take on that coffee break: a ceramic temperature controlled mug that syncs with an app to keep her beverage at the perfect temperature from first sip to last drop from Ember

For taking a break from all that hustle: a soft jersey lounge romper with the sweetest tie up ankles. Tied Up Jumpsuit from Lunya.

Finally a classic for a reason, the best bag in the business (or for business? at least I'm told). The Classic Tote by Dagne Dover - replete with all of the organizational functions a girl could want. Looking for something a little less 'basic' in appearance? Try the Simone Satchel.