Valentines for Her

Photo by Daniel Lebee

Another installment of Valentines. This one goes to the ladies - your sisters, mom, colleagues and girlfriends, let them feel how loved they are.

Because it's cold outside. A cheerful sweatshirt in a cherry color from Hello Merch. 

Because bad hair days happen, a hat full of never-fading flowers Liberty baseball cap from J. Crew. 

Because it's a valid question. What would Beyonce Do? print from Charm and Gumption on Etsy. 

Because she needs something to carry that morning coffee in, Cold Hands Warm Heart travel mug by Kate Spade on Swoozies.

Because her coffee needs options, Darling Coffee Mug from Sundance. 

Because it's a classy way to leave her mark. Custom crossed arrow stamp from Stationary Boutique on Etsy. 

Because it's romantic, Love Poems by Pablo Neruda from BHLDN. 

Because this is even more romantic, Elle Mcpherson Windchime set on Journelle.

Because that's one beautiful bottle. Passiflora by Nest Fragrances from Sephora.

Because it's a cheery way to counteract the grey days, heart umbrella from Amazon.

Because nothing could be more true, Shot of Whisky tee from ThugLife Shirts on Etsy. 

Because it's a subtle way to bling up her daily look, Mae necklace from Stella and Dot.

Because her home is her haven, delicious candles in beautiful packages, Capri Blue Lost and Found series from Anthropologie.

Because she needs a classy carry-all for a night on the town, Cube01 Clutch from Pyrite Sky on Etsy. 

Finally because she's an Instagram artist, a beautiful softcover book of her greatest pics from Artifact Uprising.

Gift Guide: Paris

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She's chic and sweet, a life-long romantic with an eye for details and a soft spot for pink. Spoil her this holiday with a lovely assortment of glittery gifts she's certain to love.

A divine assortment of delicious fragrances. Meet The Girls Perfume Sampler by Tocca on Catbird.

A delicate vessel for catching odds and ends. Peach and Gold Pot from Up in the Air Somewhere on Etsy.

Hair pins with an accent. For what else? A French twist. Holiday Bobby Pins from Anthropologie.

A dreamy abstract print. For her living room. From Michele Armas.

A beautiful bangle all wrapped up with a bow. Finishing Touch Pave Bangle from Kate Spade.

For dressing up her correspondence, a personalized calligraphy stamp. Name Stamp from Paper Pastries.

Or an educational kit, so she can start to make her own. Calligraphy Studio Kit from Linea Carta on Etsy.

A simple and chic little pom pom topped hat. For chilly days. Llama Wool Hat from Kaufmann Mercantile.

A sweet little teacup. To brighten up breakfast. Vintage Face Teacup from My Little Belleville on Etsy.

An essential study in style. From the street photographer prince, Scott Schuman. The Sartorialist from Amazon.

A shimmery shade to shine up her nails. Ciate Paint Pots in Antique Brooch from Sephora.

A privé pouch for storing privé things. Zipper pouch from Izola.

A collection of faceted soaps in the sweetest assortment of shades. Jewel Soap Gift Set from Vice and Velvet on Etsy.

A prim and proper candle in a sparkling citrus scent. Lady Candle from The Laundress. 

A sexy sleep mask. For getting some shut eye, kittens. From Julia Wine on Etsy.

A classic French ingredient for finishing all of her dishes. Extra-Fine French Grey Sea Salt from Williams Sonoma.

Some sleek studs with a sharper edge. House of Harlow Sparkling Marquis Earrings from South Moon Under.

A super sparkly iPhone case. Gatsby Gold case by Monika Strigel for Society 6.

A handsome golden friend to grace her bookshelf. Golden Animals by Dwell Studio on Nieman Marcus. 

A complete kit for making everyone's favorite Parisian treat. Delicate, delicious macarons. Lekue Macaron Kit available on Amazon.

Pretty embroidered bedding fit for a princess. For sweeter dreams. Scalloped Embroidered Sheet Set from Crane and Canopy.

A classic game for playing over cocktails. Fredericks & Mae Star Dominoes from General Store. 

A set of lovely gold tools for spreading the stinkiest cheeses. Gold Cheese Knives Set from West Elm. Another lovely option here.

Finally a lovely luxury and night time necessity for our French friend. Classic Silk Pajamas from Garnet Hill. 

Gift Guide: Istanbul

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A world traveler with a taste for adventure and the exotic, she is never satisfied with the status quo. Treat her this holiday with worldy treasures with a hint of mystery as unique as she is .

An assortment of Turkish towels or peshtamels, because she knows they make the best travel blankets, scarves, and, well, towels. From Towel & Soap.

A pop of color to brighten the bottom of her bag making keys easy to spot. Morgan Parish Keychain from General Store.

A beautiful bottle of herbal bath oil. From Ambre.

A beautiful deck - for fortune telling. The Wild Unknown Tarot from Cisthene.

A pom-pom laden tassel intended for decorating your camel; works just as well on her bag. From Shop Latitude.

An exotic serving set - for dinner parties filled with incredible dishes. From Leif.

An incredibly glamorous teapot too beautiful to keep in the cupboard. Huan Teapot from aha life

A pair of dusty blue tasseled hoops. Takara Small Ornament Hoops from Steve Alan.

Or something with a little more sparkle. Geode Earrings from Leif.

A trio of tiny baskets for holding her treasures on top of her dresser. Small Treasure Baskets from Baba Souk.

A deep dive into understanding herself through a variety of personality tests and astrological projections. Who Are You from Urban Outfitters.

A soft and sweet case for traveling with treasures in an assortment of vintage ikat prints. Cleobella Ikat Jewelry Roll from Free People.

A beautiful book and accompanying sampler set from the master of spices. For magical meals and dreaming of the spice market. The Art Of Blending Gift Set from Food 52.

A makeup bag essential in a firey shade. Nars Velvet Gloss Pencil in New Lover from Nordstrom.

The perfect pair for stomping through the souk and stopping for waterfront drinks on the way home. Bora by H by Hudson on Piperlime. If she hasn't been that good, these might be a more budget friendly option. 

A super soft beanie with just the right amount of slouch. For chasing off the chill. From Peruvian Connection.

A collection of exquisite velvet ikat pillows to cozy up her boudoir or sofa. From Islimi on Etsy and Silk Way also on Etsy.

A sheepskin rug takes the decor up another notch for total bohemian bliss. From Toast UK.



A deliciously herbal face oil. By Aesop at Mill Mercantile.

A gorgeous green maxi for dining beside the Bosphorus. Cavatina Maxi Dress from Anthropologie.

A dramatically painted tagine for whipping up delicious dishes. Tunisian Hand-Painted Fresco Tagine from Williams Sonoma.

Spice market neutrals for her nails. Julep Fall Leaves Four Piece Collection from QVC.

Finally, a romantic beaded turban to top everything off. Maroon Gold Leaf Twist Headband from Three Bird Nest on Etsy.