After a season of giving to others, it’s time to celebrate YOU! Our self-gift guide features a range of must-have gifts, from cozy loungewear to luxurious skincare products, guaranteed to make you feel like the star of the show. Whether you’re looking to pamper yourself with some skincare goodies or treat yourself to the cutest, most comfortable shoes out there, these gifts are all about celebrating you as you step into the New Year.
Single Stitch Oversized Half Zip Sweatshirt & Wide Leg Pant ($58 each, Singlestitch.com)
Single Stitch is a new collection of stylish and affordable everyday basics for women and men. I’ve enjoyed wearing the faded black, midweight, soft denim-knit top and bottom as a set. They are chic and comfortable; perfect for travel or post-gym brunch.
The top has wide, 2/3-length sleeves, a lay-flat collar, and a chunky half-zip. It’s the perfect mix of slouchy and structured. The Pants have wide legs, a pull-on waistband, pockets, and a relaxed fit. Available in sizes small to extra large.
Aetrex Aubrey Arch Support Platform Sneaker ($149.95, Aetrex.com)
Sneakers can be comfortable AND cute! These platform sneakers look great with jeans or dresses and feature a functional side zip for easy on/off, a padded heel, and an UltraSky™ cushioned midsole for incredible comfort.
The sneakers are available in several colors – my faves are the black patent. And if you’re not familiar with Aetrex, they are known for shoes with biomechanical engineering and ergonomic design, allowing for maximum comfort and support.
Fleur’t Lingerie Cozy Robe ($119.00, montelleintimates.com)
Sure, a slinky robe is nice for those special nights, but this everyday robe is so cozy and comfortable that you won’t want to take it off!
The heather grey double-sided fabric features a super-soft terry lining, and the robe has a comfortable belt and pockets. Available in three flexible sizes.
Avène Dermatologist Recommended Sensitive Skin Starter Kit ($25; value $40, Amazon)
Does your skin need some TLC? This Dermatologist-Recommended Sensitive Skin Starter Kit contains everything you need to cleanse, hydrate, and calm even the most sensitive skin. You can even use the products on burns!
The 4-piece skincare kit includes Avène’s popular Cleanance Cleansing Gel, Thermal Spring Water, Tolerance Control Soothing Skin Recovery Cream, and one of my all-time faves, Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream.
Blank Beauty Build-a-Box Bundle ($45 Blankbeauty.com)
If you love having a rainbow of nail polishes on hand – I certainly do – this is a great gift to give yourself.
The Build-a-Box Bundle lets you design your dream selection of 6 richly pigmented, high-quality nail lacquer shades. You can choose from their vast in-house selection or create your own based on a photo that you upload. The set comes in a cute gift box, making this the perfect present for you or someone else! The brand has $30 or $50 gift cards if you want to give this fun gift to someone else.
FitFlop DELICATO Bow Soft Metallic-Leather Ballerinas ($120.00, FitFlop.com)
I love a ballet flat. This versatile style looks great with dresses or jeans, and it’s also the perfect swap-out style after hours in heels.
The FitFlop ballet flat is made of nappa leather with a soft square-toe design with a non-slip rubberized bottom. The shoes are so cute that you would never imagine that there’s a supportive molded footbed and the brand’s Dynamicush™ cushioning for ultimate comfort. There are several colors available, but I am partial to the metallic options. Note, I found these to run large, so I suggest sizing down.
Rachel Bloom The Smart Tote ($395 and up, RachelBloom.com)
There are lots of cute totes out there, but so many of them don’t close securely, leaving your belongings exposed. This stylish Smart Tote zips closed and locks, requiring your fingerprint or a tap in the smartphone app to unlock. You can even sound an alarm from the app if someone takes the bag and enable a distance-triggered alarm.
There are several practical styles available, and I had a chance to try The Tote, which is the perfect size for everything you need for your day, including a 13” laptop, tablet, water bottle, makeup bag, and more. It has pockets for credit cards, your phone, and even an Airtag, and comes in a lovely pebbled leather in black or brown, with a slash-resistant lining, so thieves can’t slash the bag and steal your belongings.
Wellow Compression Socks Easy Twist 3-pack ($89.97, Wearwellow.com)
These socks are the perfect self-treat! They offer 18-25 mmHg compression, which helps to stimulate circulation, and they have antimicrobial properties and moisture-wicking. The super soft socks feel supportive without feeling tight, making them ideal for long flights or walks, as well as active or sedentary lifestyles.
The Easy Twist 3-packs are available in lots of beautiful color combos and in 3 calf widths.
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