The Self-Gift List

Gifting season is officially here! Wow, that’s a little overwhelming to think about, isn’t it? So many people to shop for, so many perfect gifts to find. Where do you even start?

I have an idea. Start with you!

I like to look at it as a little fact-finding mission. Why would I give someone I love something I didn’t love? Sometimes you have to test things out first, make sure they’ll be the perfect fit.

Plus, it’s such a busy season, it can get really hectic, and may not always have you feeling so merry and bright, so why not give yourself a little something to look forward to in the form of something off your wish list.

Here’s a little self-gifting inspo. To you, from you.

The holidays are the busiest time of the year. Between gift shopping, parties, plans, running around—you’re pretty much go, go, go the whole season. So when you get a break, you should luxuriate in it. Relax, unwind, drink hot cocoa, put on your favorite holiday movie and wear something comfy. Might I suggest these pajamas? They’re festively striped, perfectly oversized, and you can get matching shorts or pants (or both) depending on your preference. Wearing a matching PJ set is like the ultimate form of self care.

If you’re looking to indulge, but want something with longevity—go with cashmere. Soft, seasonless and always on-trend, the perfect cashmere sweater could basically become an heirloom piece in your closet. The Porta is a fan favorite in a classic henley silhouette and slightly oversized fit that feels so timeless, you’ll be reaching for it year after year.

Jeans are a year-round staple, but why not add a little holiday magic to every inch of your wardrobe? These embroidered jeans are so fun, so whimsical, and make even the simplest outfit of a tee and jeans feel a little more festive. They’re like an instant dose of join in the form of denim.

I don’t know about you, but every time the holidays roll around I imagine myself attending some extravagant holiday party or a New Year’s Gala that requires me to be dressed to the nines. Has this ever happened? No. Have I filled my closet with dresses for just such an occasion? Yes. And I’ve worn them all at one point or another. There’s just something about getting the perfect dress even if the perfect event doesn’t exist (yet). It’s a real treat yourself moment.

Imagine this, it’s the holiday season, you’ve been running around all day checking gifts off your list, you’re exhausted, you’re sore, you come home, and look at that—you got yourself a cushy, fluffy, cloud-like pair of fuzzy slippers. You slip them on and say “thank you, me”, what a perfect self-gift.

Sometimes jewelry can be a super sentimental or romantic gift…but who says you can’t get a little sentimental or romantic with yourself? Give yourself something special, like this pretty gold-plated cuff, part of a collaboration between Free People and Satya Jewelry—designed to connect with your own personal journey. Every time you look down at it, you’ll think, “wow, I really love me”.

A good bag makes a great gift, but sometimes a great gift is too hard to give away. The Baby Emerson Tote is one of those gifts. It’s a perfect-for-everything bag that you can carry for seasons and seasons, so you get the absolute most out of it. Luxe leather, eye-catching details and the perfect size—who wouldn’t want it? Once you get one, all of your friends are going to be asking for it. It’s a true one for me, one for you situation.

It’s getting cold, your holiday event invitations are piling up, you know you’re going to have to wear a jacket to every one of them. Why not make the jacket part of the outfit? Pick something bold, fun, and full of personality to enhance every outfit, so when you slip your jacket on it does more than just keep you warm.

Sometimes it’s just fun to treat yourself to something a little bit silly. Do you need a candle that looks like jello? Probably not. But if it makes you smile and brings you joy—go for it. That’s the point of self-gifting. Get yourself something that makes you happy.