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Sonya Lee, Maya bag, $200
With its unique angular silhouette and thin shoulder-length straps, the Maya is not your average baguette. This is a sought after piece with staying power. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Comme Si, Yves Cinque Sock Set, $150
Give the gift of a pair of socks for each day of the work week with this set from Comme Si, made from mid-weight, stretchy and breathable Egyptian cotton. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Flore Flore, Esmé Tank Top, $91
Launched in Amsterdam in 2021, Flore Flore has quickly become the reference for thoughtful, fashion-forward cotton basics. Choosing a color is the hardest part. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Relax Lacrosse x Lisa Says Gah, the Bow Pant, $148
(Relax Lacrosse x Lisa Says Gah)
For the stylish friend, these mesh lacrosse pants are the perfect balance of comfort and cute. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Mohawk General Store, Smock Big Pocket T-Shirt Three Pack, $150
Los Angeles' Mohawk General Store has mastered the latest in wardrobe elements through its Smock Big Pocket T-shirt. This three-pack will keep your gift recipient covered for years to come. Buy 👉🏽 here.
The Six Bells, Duck Boot Ornament, $19.50
(Tory Williams / The Six Bells)
Decorate the hallways with cozy fashion objects. These felt duck boot ornaments from Cottagecore Six Bells are the ultimate Christmas tree accessory. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Helen's, Fusilli Palace gift box, $140
Take home to Los Angeles' iconic Jon & Vinny's with this gift box, expertly curated for a decadent evening, featuring a bottle of Italian wine, Jon & Vinny's homemade dried fusilli pasta, Frankie olive oil, tomato paste, the J&V Vodka Sauce recipe and a Heather Taylor Home Tea Towel. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Cookbook, gift card, any amount.
Sometimes choice is the best gift, so load up on a Cookbook gift card for the shopper in your life. Fresh seasonal produce and the best collection of curated products await you. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Semi-D, Dimes pepper grinder, $120
From the minds behind lauded New York restaurant Dimes comes Semi-D, a design-focused brand that explores various mediums (yet to be determined) beyond food. Each Semi-D pepper mill (their first product to date) is made from solid turned wood, individually hand painted and finished with a high gloss lacquer. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Fish Wife, package of three Cantabrian anchovies, $27
Every home cook, professional chef, and food lover knows that a good quality anchovy is a pantry staple. Bonus points for this stocking filler size. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Shapes, souvenir t-shirt, $45
Founded by Natalia Luna and Josh Terris, Formas is Los Angeles' go-to place for rare and highly sought-after vintage furniture and design items. Wear your taste on your sleeve. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Casa Verónica, Magic Lamp, from $1,500
(Veronica House)
Available in three sizes and five colors, Mágico is a stoneware lamp and shade constructed and painted by hand. Each one is unique. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Commune, electricity connection, $50
The Commune lamp holder (with 18 colors to choose from!) is an easy way to enhance almost any space. We highly recommend including your custom lace shade as well. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Casa Shop, Peter Shire mugs, from $75
These one-of-a-kind Espresso Splatter Cups featuring paintings by artist Peter Shire (best known for his work with the Memphis Group in the '70s) are crafted by Echo Park Pottery in Los Angeles using slab construction and are individually hand painted . . Buy 👉🏽 here.
Starface, Party Pack, $10.99
Instant confidence in a small package, the Starface Party Pack includes the internet's favorite hydrocolloid blackhead protectors in four fun colors. Buy 👉🏽 here.
DS & Durga, Road Trip Hits Car Fragrance Set, $60
What match? From your car to your closet, the fragrance masters at DS & Durga have created the ultimate in bedroom and wardrobe refreshers that you can take anywhere. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Beats by Dre, Solo Buds, $99.95
“Looks tiny, sounds huge” is the motto of these headphones in the juiciest shade of cherry red. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Bonnie Clyde, Groupie glasses, $178
For the ultimate fan, the Bonnie Clyde Groupie sunglasses come in seven shades to suit every mood and gender. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Pela, London Fog Chestnut Checkers iPhone Case, $65
Plastic phone cases are a big obstacle. Fortunately, Pela has developed the first 100% compostable product. and Durable phone case with hundreds of original styles to choose from. Buy 👉🏽 here.
POJ Studio, Yuzu Leaf Incense, $32
This incense is almost too beautiful to burn. Made in Japan, each pack contains five handmade incense leaves, wrapped in 100% plastic-free packaging. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Habit, Organic Masala Chai Tea Blend, $19.95
Skip the lines at the coffee shop and make your own gourmet chai latte with Habit's delicious loose leaf chai tea blend, which is organic and fair trade. Buy 👉🏽 here.
The Good Liver, Zig Zag Wine Opener, $84
(The good liver)
An object of equal parts design and functionality, this accordion-style corkscrew is made of nickel-plated steel and was first invented in France in the 1920s. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Art of Play, the family game, $36
This is not your typical family card game. Don't be afraid to dig a little deeper with 100 unexpected and thought-provoking questions devised by the game's inventors, School of Life, a global organization that helps people live fuller lives through helpful tools and resources. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Houseplant, pebble match, $125
Keep your matches close at hand and organized with this multi-use pebble match punch that looks like two stones stacked on top of each other. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Activist, Mānuka Honey Mask, $65
Mānuka honey has gained a cult following for its natural healing and soothing properties, suitable for all skin types. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Sky High Farm Universe, All-Purpose Sebum Balm, $38
Sales of Sky High Farm's Tallow Balm go toward maintaining their nonprofit farm in upstate New York, which aims to address food insecurity by increasing access to fresh, locally produced food. Buy 👉🏽 here.
F. Miller, necessities kit, $128
A travel-friendly set of daily essentials, the Necessity Kit includes mini versions of F. Miller's best-selling products, like its face and body oil, packaged in a reusable washed paper bag made from recycled content. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Rōz Hair, Base Mask, $48
A celebrity favorite, each bottle of Los Angeles-based Rōz Hair Foundation Mask comes with a handy tap to scoop out the last bit of product. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Living Libations, Best Sea Buckthorn Skin, Starting at $32
For friends who love efficiency, Living Libations Best Skin Ever is an all-in-one cleanser, exfoliant, and moisturizer. It is also available in three sizes and refills. Buy 👉🏽 here.
Romany Williams is a writer, editor, and stylist living on Vancouver Island, Canada. She is a contributing editor for LA Times Image.
