HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE 2023
The Best of The Season For You & Yours
Regardless of what you celebrate during the holiday season, be it Christmas or Hannukah or some other holiday, this is the time of year for gift giving. This year, we have combed the internet, stores and more to find you some fun, and unique, suggestions for men, women, children—and even your family pet!
FOR HIM
THE PERFECT SHAVE
The perfect shave does actually exist thanks to The Art of Shaving’s Sandalwood Full Size Kit. It comes beautifully packaged with all 4 Elements of The Perfect Shave: (1) 2 oz Sandalwood Pre-Shave Oil, (1) 5 oz Sandalwood Shaving Cream, (1) synthetic Shaving Brush, and (1) 3.3 oz Sandalwood 2in1 After-Shave Balm & Daily Moisturizer. Sandalwood essential oil is known to help nourish dry skin, and has a warm, masculine aroma that promotes calmness and improves mood.
Info: theartofshaving.com
A BACKPACKER’S DREAM
VentaPak tackles a well-known issue that has plagued backpack enthusiasts for years--the discomfort, heat, and sweat buildup caused by backpacks’ direct contact with and suffocation of the back. This ingenious accessory is easily attached to backpacks to create an adjustable 1 to 2 inches of separation between pack and back, enabling major airflow and cooling. Info: ventapak.com
A CLASSIC GIFT
A great place to start: Kings County Distillery offers a gift set featuring straight bourbon, blended bourbon, and coffee whiskey, classics that show the breadth of our creative spirits. Packed in a handsome wooden box with tasting notes, awards, and distillery background, this is a beautiful gift for a whiskey lover or whiskey-curious loved one.
Info: kingscountydistillery.com
LOOKING ULTRA
Apple Watch Ultra 2 offers all of the features users love about Ultra, plus the powerful new S9 SiP, amagical new double tap gesture, Apple’s brightest display ever, expanded altitude range, on-device Siri, Precision Finding for iPhone, and advanced capabilities for water adventures. AppleWatch Ultra 2 runs watch OS 10, which delivers redesigned apps, the new Smart Stack, new cycling experiences, features to help explore the outdoors, and a new watch face—ModularUltra. With all the new advancements, Apple Watch Ultra 2 has the same 36-hour battery life with regular use and up to 72 hours in Low Power Mode.
Info: apple.com
FOR HER
PEDI PARTY
Put some pep back in your step with a peppermint-oil pedi party in a box. A luxurious four-step treatment soothes overworked feet while the vegan cream moisturizes and hydrates your hands and body. Bonus: Holiday nail appliqués give this gift set a sweet, festive finish. Four-step pedi includes sea salt soak, sugar scrub, mud masque, and massage butter. Info: uncommongoods.com
THE PERSONAL TOUCH
Celebrate love with this elegant necklace. Handcrafted by Canela Lemoine, the piece features two sterling silver disks—stamped with the names of your choice—joined by a gold-filled heart and hitched to a sterling chain, toasting all the stuff that binds you and your partner together. Perfect for times when your bonds in the spotlight, its personal touch adds some extra oomph. Handmade in California. Info: uncommongoods.com
FLOWER POWER
Based in beautiful Carpinteria, California, Westerlay Orchids is proud to serve as Southern California’s largest commercial grower of Phalaenopsis orchids and Bromeliads. The company annually distributes over 4 million orchids directly to customers and to local and national supermarket chains, as well as florists and designers. Westerlay Orchids has been a pioneer in environmental and sustainability practices and regularly contributes to local schools, nonprofit organizations, and many other community causes. Info: westerlay.com
FOR YOUR HOLIDAY TABLE
Through a special and exclusive relationship with Zia Martina, Vicentini panettone is produced in small batches in Veneto and brought to the US regularly, keeping ingredient integrity high and uniquely delicious. This isn’t even close to the “imported” breads you’ll find at big retail chains—with Vincentini panettone from Zia Martina, it is as if you walked to the bakery this morning to pick up your fresh treat. This is truly a one-of-a-kind gift or holiday table item that your family and friends will swoon over. Vicentini Panettone comes in three flavors, Traditional, Pear and Mascarpone, and Orange and Chocolate. Info: ziamartina.com; beginning November 2 for preorder and will begin to ship on November 15th in time for Thanksgiving.
FOR KIDS
PUZZLES & RIDDLES
Brainteaser Stocking Stuffer for Kids: Youngsters flex their frontal lobes—and fidgety fingers—with this collection of five hands-on, screen-free mind-bogglers. The puzzles, mazes, and riddles are just right for stuffing stockings—but they’ll arrive handsomely boxed together in case you want to gift them all at once.
Info: uncommongoods.com
JOLLY JILLY
Jilly is a fun-loving, Asian American girl with a smile that lights up the room. She loves baking with Grandma and picnics with friends. She has a sweet tooth for tarts, cookies, and anything made with red bean. When Jilly is baking, her chef’s hat gives her inspiration. But when she needs a friend, Jilly’s hat transforms into L’il Tart, a sunny sidekick who is always ready for a fun adventure and snuggles.
Info: jillbing.com
GLOBAL PHOTO
To celebrate the 20th anniversary of Photo Camp, National Geographic is releasing Photo Camp Stories: Our World Through the Lens of Young Photographers, an inspiring book of photography filled with 250+ images from more than 35 countries, delivering an authentic portrait of how large numbers of young people see themselves and the world around them, and collectively inviting readers to see the world through their eyes.
Info: nationalgeographic.com
CRAFTS DELIVERED
Be a hero and give your kids a day of crafting adventures without the stress or prep work! We Craft Box is an award-winning kid’s craft delivery service providing hours of creative quality time. Each We Craft Box can be shared between 2 crafters, has 5 curated crafts, all quality arts and crafts materials are included, a themed story to engage and set the stage for creating, and easy-to-follow photo direction and video tutorials!
Info: wecraftbox.com
FOR PETS
JOLLY TUFF
The Jolly Tuff Flyer is not only an excellent choice for land-based play but also floats effortlessly on water, making it perfect for splashing around during pool or beach adventures. Additionally, this toy is specifically designed and guaranteed to withstand the mighty jaws of powerful chewers, providing a safe and durable play experience that will stand the test of time. Specially formulated “tuff” rubber and unique “treaded” surfaces help clean teeth while chewing; ideal for water-based catch & fetch it. Info: jollypets.com
TOY CHEST
MyDogToy, maker of beloved brands Tuffy®, Mighty Toys ®, Silly Squeakers ® and DuraForce ®, launched its newest holiday dog toy collection with 11 new dog toys. Each features the brand’s signature craftmanship and fabrication to withstand the toughest players and chewers. MyDogToy is known for its high-quality dog toys, and owners now have an extensive, fun holiday collection to spoil their fur-babies with this Christmas.
Info: mydogtoy.com
LET HIM SHINE
Dogs are a man’s best friend, and this bandana is a dog’s best friend. Your dog has a personality in its own right, so let it shine through with this great accessory “Remember To Paws.”
Info: thepath.myspreadshop.com
VITAMIN BOOST
Give your dog the gift of life with the Life Extension® DOG line. It includes: Multivitamin & Probiotics with A, C, D, E and B vitamins and colostrum from cow’s milk for immune health; Hip & Joints with glucosamine complex and PEA and MSM for comfort; Stress & Behavior with calming L-theanine and melatonin; and Skin & Coat, which delivers high-potency omega-3 fish oil. All Life Extension® DOG line formulas are soft chews in pet-approved flavors. Info: lifeextension.com