By Mikkel Hyldebrandt
Ah, the holidays are here! Along with your growing list of parties and things to get done before the end of the year, you probably have a few gifts to get and to give. But don’t worry, Peach has compiled some select items that make excellent gifts – for yourself or someone deserving of a bit of holiday cheer.
The (VERY) Nice-To-Haves
Next-Level Home Fragrance
The Hotel Collection, known for replicating fragrance profiles of luxurious hotels and venues for your home, has probably the best scent diffuser on the market: the electronic and programmable nano-mist diffuser. And with their latest scent profile, a collaboration with world-famous Miami nightclub E11EVEN, your home will be scented to perfection.
Hotel Collection Studio Scent Diffuser, $300 at hotelcollection.com
For Your Lavish Spending
Your wallet is one of your most prized possessions, so why not upgrade it? The stylish ultra-slim cardholder from Ekster holds cards and cash that can be accessed with a click of a button. And it prevents wireless theft with its RFID-blocking case too.
Ekster 18K Gold Cardholder, $250 at ekster.com
Elevate Your Cocktail Game
A good cocktail can save the day, so why not invest in one of the best cocktail shakers ever made? With its vacuum seal and insulation, you won’t spill or freeze your fingertips off, and the lid has practical measurements for perfect cocktail concoctions.
Elevated Craft Hybrid Cocktail Shaker, $70 at elevatedcraft.com
Get Going In Style
Skip the line at your local Starbucks and get that freshly ground and brewed coffee at home! With five pre-programmed favorites and customizable brewing and steaming functions, this user-friendly espresso machine will get you going barista-style in the morning.
Breville Barista Touch Damson Blue Espresso Machine, $1,100 at crateandbarrel.com
Be Ultra On Time
If you thought that your Apple Watch already packed all the assets you needed in your life, wait until you go ultra! The most rugged and capable Apple Watch ever packs additional styling and features that are perfect for the everyday adventurer or athlete.
Apple Watch Ultra (shown with Midnight Ocean Band), $799 at apple.com
The Gift of Custom-Made
Nothing says personal like custom-made – and if you’ve ever had the experience of getting a shirt made-to-measure, you know that it’s a luxury that is hard to give up again. Right now, Atlanta-based HKT Custom Clothiers is offering several custom shirt packages at favorable prices.
Custom Shirt Packages, starting at $695 (3 shirts) at hktclothiers.com
Fashions
Stay Active, Keep Dry
If you work out regularly, you need to get into a lululemon t-shirt. The Drysense technology is not only sweat-wicking but will keep you dry and comfortable even though you are sweaty. Plus, the tech will also hold sweaty odors at bay for days!
Lululemon Drysense Short Sleeve Shirt, $78 at shop.lululemon.com
All About the Base (Layer)
Good underwear is the easiest way to comfort when dressing – and it doesn’t hurt if it’s a little sexy, too! The X-series by 2Eros is silky soft, sexy, and breathable while offering just the right lift and support for your front and back.
2eros X-Series Trunk, $30 at boynextdoormenswear.com
Say It with a Sweatshirt
Yeahbuzzy now offers the popular Queers Varsity design in a super soft special blend fleece sweatshirt. The premium hot pink felt lettering is available in two colorways (moss and charcoal) to keep you stylish and on message all winter.
Queers Crew Sweatshirt Charcoal, $65 at yeahbuzzy.com
Walk On the Wild Side
Make your fashion statement piece a little wilder this season. The coat features a tiger print design on a plush faux fur, hook and eye closure, collar lapel, and a satin lining. Designed by Alfons Dovana and produced in the U.S.
Alfons Dovana Wild Tiger Coat, $695, available at alfonsdovana.com
Strappy Bag
This is the fashionable evolution of the cross-body bag. The rubberized leather and adjustable strap will make the perfect carrier for your most prized worldly possessions – and it will also carry nicely into spring and summer!
Jacquemus Le Baneto Strap Pochette Bag, $650 at jacquemus.com
Update Your Brunch Boot Game
The Chelsea boot – also known as the ‘brunch boot’ – has now become a mainstay in every man’s wardrobe. So, why not elevate your boot game, and get a pair that will also last you a lifetime of super stylish brunching?
Saint Laurent Wyatt Chelsea Boots In Suede, $1,150 at ysl.com
Personal Care
Super Serum
Geologie’s customized regimens are based on a skin quiz determining your specific skincare needs. Recently, the brand expanded its product portfolio with standalone products complimenting your base regimen. One is this excellent, skin-boosting serum packed with vitamins C and E for extra brightness and anti-aging benefits.
Geologie Vitamin C+E Ferulic Serum, $48 at geologie.com
Invigorate Your Shower
Huron has quickly become a favorite on the skincare scene, and with good reason: the customizable selection of products, practical packaging, and the great scent profiles of the body products make Huron hard to miss.
Huron Body Wash Original Citrus, $14 at usehuron.com
Luxury at Lower Prices
You know that high-end fragrance is the way to go, but it can be a significant investment. Dossier Perfume replicates all the biggest and best fragrances so that you can test them out at a fraction of the cost before committing – or you can have fun trying out a bunch of different styles!
Dossier Woody Sandalwood, $49 at dossier.co
Limited Edition Duo
Give the gift of a luxury spa moment in the comfort of your own home with the limited-edition gift box designed in collaboration with Laila Gohar.​
Byredo De Los Santos Body Wash and Body Lotion Set, $125 at byredo.com
Under Eye Wonder
Stick these in the fridge and pop them under your eyes for just 20 minutes and get some serious de-puffing and re-hydrating effects under your eyes after that late night out after the Christmas party.
Dermora Under Eye Mask Patches, (20 pcs), $20 at amazon.com
Luxuriate Your Laundry
If you’re fed up with plain-smelling laundry detergent that ravishes your fashions with harsh chemicals, switch to a smarter way to clean clothes with Dirty Labs. With active bio enzymes, this detergent is gentle on clothes and skin, is biodegradable, and has a scent profile more like Le Labo rather than Gain.
Dirty Labs Signature Bio Enzyme Laundry Detergent, $14 (32 loads) at dirtylabs.com
For That Special Someone
The Gift of the Stars
Mark that special day or occasion like never before with a star map. Get a custom map of the exact location of the stars on a quality print and options to add your own message, framing, and different color schemes to make it all extra personal.
Starry Maps staring at $59 at starrymaps.com
Cuddle Up to a Candle
If you love scented candles and gifting them, you must check out Maison de Lecroix. The clean-burning natural wax blend combined with the incredible and effective scent profiles make these candles worth giving and getting this holiday.
Maison de Lecroix Juniper + Sweet Tobacco, $21 at shopmdlc.com
The Gift of Protection
This bicycle helmet is not only stylish but adds layers of protection to the wearer. With integrated lights, optional turn signals and brake lights, and certified crash protection, this helmet is a great way to express just how valuable you think someone is to you.
Unit 1 Faro Smart Helmet, $250 at unit1gear.com
Put a Chain On It
A stylish accessory while also signifying what you have together. A cool pendant chain is a great way to show appreciation and affection – and it isn’t a ring, so it’s not at a 100 on the commitment scale either.
MVMT Hex Necklace, $58 at mvmt.com
Monogrammed Wanderlust
A thoughtful and personal gift that could underline the resolve to travel together in the new year – or it could even be paired with a pair of tickets to a dream destination!
A thoughtful and personal gift that could underline the resolve to travel together in the new year – or it could even be paired with a pair of tickets to a dream destination!
Mark & Graham Fillmore Vegan Leather Passport Case, $49 at markandgraham.com
Initial Advances
You’ve already gifted beautiful jewelry, so why not give it something gorgeous to live in? The personalized trinket or jewelry box with engraved initials will look perfect on any nightstand.
Personalized Monogram Jewelry Box, $50 on etsy.com
