Shouldn’t all gifts make you feel this good?
I love a “feel good” gift. Not only one that brings joy to its recipient, but a gift that makes YOU feel good giving. What better way to achieve this holy grail of gift-giving splendor than to shop responsibly? And for that, I knew just who to turn to -- Julie and Morgan (from our Sustainability and Social Impact team) to compile the ultimate gift guide from our Care FP collection. Julie is our Director of Sustainability and Social Impact, who helped formalize Free People’s impact initiatives with the creation of Care FP back in 2019. I could not think of a more trusted source!
CARE FP BE MY BABY LONG SLEEVE
“This all- time FP best-seller is loved by many, and for good reason -- not only is it the perfect cozy layering tee, but it’s also made of certified US Cotton Trust Protocol cotton, making it traceable to the US farms where the cotton is grown, farms who use regenerative practices. And, there’s also a color for everyone on the list.” – Julie
If Julie didn’t already sell you enough on this one, I do, indeed, have one in every color.
SGW LABS DISTORTED TUMBLER
SGW Labs is a ceramic studio founded by artist Yuta Segawa in 2018. Its mission? To consider the significance of craftsmanship in the context of William Morris, a key figure in the 19th century Arts and Crafts Movement; to believe in the worth of human labor and to explore and practice the beautiful possibilities created by handicrafts.
FLOWER RECYCLED GLASS COASTERS
These Shop Dot coasters are handmade using a process called glass fusion. By using recycled glass in their designs, each coaster is unique and one-of-a-kind. Can’t decide which color is your favorite? Buy one of each to gift a whole set!
FP MOVEMENT EXCLUSIVE 24oz COLLAPSIBLE CARABINER BOTTLE
Julie and Morgan deem this FP Movement exclusive a “current obsession” And here’s why:
1. They replace single-use water bottles.
2. They come in a variety of bright colors.
3. They are collapsible, so you can easily pack up these bottles, throw in your bag until you are ready for a refill.
1. They replace single-use water bottles.
2. They come in a variety of bright colors.
3. They are collapsible, so you can easily pack up these bottles, throw in your bag until you are ready for a refill.
MINI MUSHROOM CANDLE
“I’ve become known as a lover of all things mushroom- and mycelium -adjacent, so I couldn’t resist these adorable, handcrafted mushroom candles.” – Julie
Moni Dajee, founder of The London Alchemists, is an apothecary artisan. Each candle is beautifully unique in its design and handcrafted in their London studio with each candle individually hand-poured.
PEWTER OYSTER ORNAMENT
“To be honest, oysters are my love language. There’s nothing more my friends and I love than a dollar oyster happy hour. This ornament is so special, too, as it is molded and cast from a real oyster shell by Beehive Handmade, in their Rhode Island studio.” – Morgan
FREE PEOPLE APOTHECARY REED DIFFUSER
In an “evergreen” (year-round) scent – Eucalyptus and Siberian Pine – this diffuser is a gift that’s ready to give!
“Not only does this diffuser make your house smell amazing, but the vessel is so beautiful that you’ll want it on display. Not to mention, the packaging is charming in and of itself, so you can throw on a bow and go!” – Julie
FREE PEOPLE BALSAM FIR CANDLE
This candle (and scent) is a personal favorite. I’ll let you in on a little secret – you’d be hard-pressed not to find this wafting through your local Free People store right now. These soy wax blend candles are hand-poured in New York by Joya Studios and make a perfect gift for the candle-lover in your life.
CURRIED MYRRH JUJI HEART ORNAMENT
Over the past couple of years, I’ve really focused on gifting ornaments. A small trinket that the recipient will return to year after year. We know Curried Myrrh as a woman-owned small business in Montana who handmakes luxurious embellished hair accessories, but Julie and Morgan were excited to see these ornaments this holiday season. Pro tip: tie them onto a gift for a little bit of extra flare!
SKIPPY COTTON EMBROIDERED STOCKING
“This handmade Skippy Cotton Embroidered Stocking screams classic Free People. When I first started shopping at FP, I was obsessed with the kantha fitting room curtains and textiles throughout the store, making me feel like this is the perfect gift for the devoted FP customer.” - Morgan
GOT BAG SUITCASE
As an avid traveler, this suitcase is a personal favorite. Got Bag is a B Corp certified ACC brand with a mission to actively fight the advancing plastic pollution of our oceans with local cleanup and recycling partners, and to encourage a more conscious use of natural resources in accessories.
FP GIFT WRAP
This reusable fabric gift-wrap can be repurposed for all your gifting needs; or, get a little creative and tie it to a handbag, use it as a scarf, or as a decoration. The possibilities are endless! Its easy and malleable shape makes it user-friendly for even the worst of gift wrappers (like myself).
FP ONE WINTER SOLSTICE BLANKET
Craving color? Morgan advises that one look at this blanket is enough to cure seasonal depression! Pair that with the fact that it’s handwoven, and the Winter Solstice Blanket is an instant “add to cart”!
SUMMARY CARE PACKAGE GIFT SET
“At this point, I can’t even count the number of times I’ve gifted Summary products (which have led to creating long-term Summary superfans), so Summary is always on my list. Every Summary product is thoughtfully made with plant-based ingredients that make it a great fit for nature lovers or skincare junkies with particular ingredient preferences. I was so excited to see this holiday gift set comprised of all-time Summary favorites, making it a better gift yet.” – Julie
TERRY FLEECE THROW
Tricia Fix is a tried-and-true Care FP favorite, with products handmade in LA. Using repurposed materials is the soul of the Tricia Fix brand and no scrap goes unused.
CRISTINA COSMETICS POUCH
“I am a fan of nearly every handwoven piece this nonprofit creates. In 2019 I was lucky enough to travel with our DMM of Accessories to Mercado Global’s rural Guatemalan villages where their pieces are lovingly made. There, we had the chance to meet and work directly with the talented indigenous women who hand make each design, preserving their historic handwoven craft with every piece. Mercado Global’s everyday work directly supports thousands of artisan women by paying them above a living wage and supports their ongoing education in financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and public health.” - Julie
ARIANA BOHLING CHESS SLIPPERS
“One of the first things I do when I walk in my home is take my shoes off and put slippers on. These are so soft and comfy, and I love the checkerboard print. Ariana Bohling is a Brooklyn-based handmade shoe brand whose slippers are produced by local artisans who use elements of Alpaca fiber or pelts which are sustainably sourced and cruelty-free. Ariana Bohling believes in fair trade practices that provide good working conditions and livable wages in order to promote sustainability of the artisans, their industry, and the art of handcrafting shoes.” – Morgan
NOVELTY NORDIC KNIT MITTENS
For the person on your list who loves to accessorize, these handmade mittens by French Knot make for a special touch. French Knot is run by a dedicated team of women who work hand-in-hand with female artisans in Nepal to create inspiring pieces. All of their products are handmade, vintage-inspired, and one-of-a-kind.
Phew! What a roundup! And, if that doesn’t feel like it covers everyone on your list, from the mushroom-lover to the skincare junkie, to the world-traveler and everyone in between, be sure to check out our Gift Shop for more holiday gifting inspiration!
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