Gifts I Gave Myself - A Lifestyle Editor's Holiday Wish List

So what does a New York area lifestyle editor want for Christmas? Check out my list. Check it out twice!

Each year I enjoy putting together gift guides for everyone on your holiday list. So this year I am going to share some top items on my own personal list for Santa. Maybe it could give you some good ideas too?

Cozy soft cotton and wool cable knit sweater from Hanna Andersson

I've been a fan of Hanna Andersson since forever as this catalog company offers well made, organic cotton clothing for the whole family. I picked up this gorgeous cable knit sweater while shopping for family gifts. It reminds me of the Irish Aran Isle hand knitted sweaters I've seen when marching in the St. Patrick's Day Parades. This is a unisex sweater in ecru with 70% cotton and 30% wool. Buy it a size up, (this is a medium) for layering and a comfy relaxed fit.
Tips: Look for free shipping offers and a 20% discount code for new customers. Also, shop the clearance area as there are often many deep discounts on high-quality organic cottons. Visit online at HannaAndersson.com

100% Heavy Cotton Spa Robe. PHOTO: Me at Crystal Springs Resort Spa

When I visited Crystal Springs Resort and their Elements Spa, each suite had two thick cotton terry robes hanging the closet. It was so plush and luxurious that I wanted to take it home! So I was very happy to have found a similar heavy cotton robe by Alpine Swiss. Seriously this robe weighs nearly four pounds with the outer layer being made of cotton velour but the inside being lined with absorbent terry. The shawl collar is cotton velour and so soft against your skin. Has one chest and two hand pockets with a matching belt. Perfect for my spa days at home! My Alpine Swiss 100% Cotton Robe is available on Amazon.

Kickin' Back!

Summer is the perfect time to get some exercise but you've got to get up early to beat the heat! How else do I get around the sweltering temperatures? The right footwear is a big start. Starting with my socks, can you believe these are made of WOOL? No I haven't lost my mind. Wool socks in the heat of summer are a good idea when they are made by SmartWool.

I am wearing the NEW MODras mini lifestyle socks. They are so thin and light with absolutely NO itchy wool feel. They are virtually seamless and feel great during and after your walk or run. They have a supportive arch brace and a non-binding roll top that your ankles will love. 75% wool, 22% Nylon & 3% elastic but they are 100% comfortable! Visit SmartWool online.


Sperry Topsider Women's SB1070 athletic / boat shoes

These are not only excellent for jogging but their special water displacing soles makes them equally as at home on slippery boat decks. They are my favorite athletic shoes but have gone with me canoeing and even on a whale watching ship off the coast of Maine.
Great arch support and grip even on slippery surfaces! More features:

• Low Water Absorption Materials are Quick Drying
  
• Dual-Density Compression Molded EVA Midsole Offers Shock Absorbtion & Stability
  
• AEGIS™ Microbe Shield Protects Against Bacteria that Cause Odor
  
• Removable Full-Length Molded Footbed Offers All Day, Underfoot Comfort
  
• HRC® Forefoot Cushioning Through EVA Compound Provides Additional Cushioning
  
• GRID® Patented Technology Provides Superior Cushioning and Stability
  
• Arch Lock Offers Increased Stability and Arch Support
  
• New Hydro-Grip™ Rubber Traction Compound is the Ultimate Performance Traction Outsole Compound
  
• Non-marking Rubber Outsole with Quadro-Grip Wave-Siping™ for Ultimate Dry / Wet Traction & Added Stability