Holiday Gift Guide: Last Minute Finds

Holiday Gift Guide: Last Mind Finds
📍 New York, NY

Travel Guide || Chess Set || Duo Wine Glasses || Cozy Blanket || Warm Slide Slippers || Classic Sunglasses || NYC Frame Print || Stylish Apron || Winter Skin Set || 23AndMe Set ||
Harvest Herb Garden || Stand Mixer

Turtleneck || White Jeans || Chelsea Boots || Wool Coat || Earrings || Lip Color || Beanie

Did you wake up this morning with a feeling of “Oh crap!” because you forgot a few things on your holiday shopping list? Take a deep breath and have no fear because there’s still enough time to shop online for a thoughtful gift for your loved one. In my final Gift Guide of the 2022 holiday season, I’m sharing 12 last-minute finds that look really great under your Christmas tree. There’s a little something for everyone!

Travel Guide

I bought my copy of the New York Times 36 Hours Guide at a thrift shop in Palm Beach, Florida. Still, to this day, it’s one of my favorite second-hand purchases. This book is filled with hundreds of long weekend ideas and is perfect for the perennial traveler. Your loved one can enjoy it as a reference book, a coffee table addition, and a fun read to inspire some wanderlust in 2023.

Chess Set

Thanks to Queen’s Gambit in 2020, chess has had an uptick in popularity in recent years. Playing the game is quiet and relaxing, and that would be a perfect fireside activity. This silver and mirrored chess set is such a stunner! The neutral colors will make it a welcome addition to anyone’s home. 

Duo Wine Glasses

I’ve spent the better part of this holiday season raving about Estelle Colored Glass, but I wanted to switch it up for my final gift guide. A wine glass set from Sophie Lou Jacobsen makes a beautiful gift at just the right price. The color block design is a fresh take on a kitchen-slash-dining room staple. You’ll want to look at all her glassware and may even be tempted to buy a little gift for yourself too.

Cozy Blanket

The need to snuggle with an oversized blanket gets stronger and stronger as the weather gets cooler. Add a fun movie and a big bowl of popcorn, and I’m in heaven! This particular blanket looks so cozy, and I want to dive right in. Pom Pom at Home offers several different color options, so you can perfectly match someone’s personal style and home decor. 

Warm Slide Slippers

After a night of celebrating, everyone deserves to kick up their feet and relax. Especially if you live in a colder climate, these warm slide slippers would be such a thoughtful and often used gift. Make your best guess on size, but a gift card is always a great backup plan if you aren’t very confident.

Classic Sunglasses

When my parents ask me what I want for Christmas, I always have a hard time coming up with anything to ask for. Sunglasses have become a go-to request for me because they are something I know I will use daily. I’ve long been in love with oversized, Jackie O type sunglasses, and this pair from Oliver Peoples perfectly fits the bill. Because I would never ask for a pair of nearly $600 sunglasses, I wouldn’t be upset to see this pair of Ray-Bans sunglasses under the tree. They have that same timeless look at a fraction of the cost! 

NYC Framed Print

The older I get, the more and more I appreciate splurging on a piece of art. I think it’s because we have a home of our own to decorate. A fun photographer to explore is Gray Malin. He is one of my favorites and instills a tremendous feeling of wanderlust. When shopping for the holidays, think of a memory or destination that has a lot of significance and go from there.

Stylish Apron

Here’s one last gift idea for the kitchen! The print design of this apron from La Double J is so stunning and can be worn year-round, no matter the season. What I love the most about this brand is that a matching table cloth, napkin set, and more are available. If you’re not sold on the green and light blue florals, be sure to take a look at all of the options.

Winter Skin Set

The cold, dry weather can be so harsh on your beautiful skin. Help combat that for your loved ones with this kit from Dr. Barbara Strum. Inside, you’ll find a menu of lotions, potions, and balms to help keep the skin looking and feeling its best. This is perfect for the beauty product maven or ski bunny in your life. They’ll even love the included puffed travel bag to organize their goodies.

23AndMe Set

The holiday season just seems like the ultimate time of year for 23andMe gifting. I’m a bit of a history buff and would love to know more about my family and where they came from. There are a few sets to choose from, but the one I picked also included traits and health, along with your ancestry. Maybe this would be something for me to explore more in 2023.

Harvest Herb Garden

I started getting more involved in the kitchen this year. What really elevates the recipes I’ve attempted is having fresh herbs on hand. While herbs can be expensive to buy and finicky to grow, this harvest garden makes it a breeze, even during the winter months. The kit includes basil, dill, mint, and more to help take your cooking to the next level.

Stand Mixer

Although I view the stand mixer as a baking-focused gift, it’s perfect for anyone in the kitchen. This 5.5 quarter mixer from Cuisinart comes in a rainbow of colors and won’t quite break the bank like similar mixers. Mix, knead, whisk, and so much more with the must-have kitchen gadget.

Once again, there’s still time to holiday shop. I hope you found some inspiration with this gift guide for last minute finds. So, don’t panic if all hope seems lost. Especially if you’re traveling for the holidays, often your presence will be a gift enough. That being said, maybe a little gift card to their favorite restaurant or shop will be a welcome gesture! I’ll be quieting down over the next few day to round out 2022. So if I don’t see you around, have the happiest of holidays!

Love from New York,
Katie

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