Holiday Gift Guide - Cozy Comfy Soothing Presents to Relax With

OnePiece Lusekofte Onesie from OnePiece.com

Christmas in New York! Warm, toasty, comfy and soothing all describe this Holiday Gift Guide of presents for you or someone special. Like to be pampered? These are the kind of gifts that work well with: lounging around the house, sipping hot cocoa, having a soothing foot massage or snuggling up on the couch on a cold winter's night. Here are my tried and true comfy favorites!

Ugg Sheepskin Slippers

UGG Women's Rylan Slippers in Chocolate
Everyone knows UGG for their sheepskin boots and many of us wear them around the house. All the same these Rylans are the ultimate bedroom slippers for after a warm shower or bath. Fully lined with soft, fluffy sheepskin fleece, the super soft cuff helps keep cold chills out. These have full rubber soles so they can take a trip outside in the snow to fetch the paper. Available at Nordstom, Lord & Taylor, The Walking Company and other major department stores.

Moccis Swedish Made Wool Sock Slippers

Moccis Washable Wool and Leather Sock Slippers
If you've ever had the pleasure of sampling Swedish woven fabrics like those originally available from Hanna Andersson,you will really appreciate how soft and warm these sock slippers are. Made in Sweden, they are machine washable and have real leather skid proof soles. Hand sewn, they have double elastic cuffs so they stay on.

Moccis Moccasins

Made of 80% wool, 10% Polyamid and 10% Lycra, they do not itch or prickle. These are amazing to wear. Visit them at Moccis.co.uk

Raymond Pettibon 100% Cotton Artist Pajamas

Raymond Pettibon for SMMoA Santa Monica Museum of Art + Bed Head Pajamas
This is a fabulous set of 100% Egyptian cotton, women's pajamas done in collaboration with local artists in support of the Santa Monica Museum of Art. These trendy, designer pajamas are by: Joyce Pensato, Raymond Pettibon and Yutaka Sone with Benjamin Weissman under the "Sleeping with SMMoA" Collection. All are original designs by these acclaimed contemporary artists and produced right in Los Angeles.

Sleeping with SMMoA Collection of artist pajamas

This is the set to wear for that holiday brunch at your place and late night champagne toasts. Has a chest pocket and stylish piping all around. Very roomy and wearing them to bed is like sleeping in a cloud. Simply fabulous! Preview and purchase them at Art Markit

OnePiece Original Slim in Wine Purple by OnePiece.com

OnePiece Original Slim Onesie in this very grapey Wine Purple. Comes in Unisex Sizes XXS-XL 
This is the Norwegian Original OnePiece which will go great with the Swedish Moccis sock slippers! The brainchild of three Norwegians in their twenties, the slimmer fitting OnePiece shown here is 95% cozy cotton so it breathes. The OnePiece Lusekofte in Pink shown in the lead photo has a fuller cut but made of the same cottony knit. Cuffed at the ankles and wrists with a full zippered hood, they keep out the winter chill. Little extras like the front and side zippered pockets make these Onesies stand out. Comes with a black satiny Sleep Mask too. LOTS of gorgeous styles. Check them all out online at OnePiece.com

Big Feet 100% Cotton Flannel Footed PJ's

Big Feet 100% Cotton Flannel Footed PJ's
These are the ultimate in warmth and snuggling up! Made of 100% cotton flannel, they are breathable and soft to wear. I ordered mine with a "rear door" which has a Velcro closure. The Big Feet PJ's are different from the usual Polar Fleece fabric lounge and sleepwear as 100% cotton flannel is so much more comfortable to wear. These are actually TOO warm for bed for my tastes but super for lounging around the house on a snowy winter's night. Add a cup of hot chocolate and you're there! Available from Big Feet PJ's Company.

Monogrammed V-Necked Performance Shirt from MyLocker.com

Monogrammed V-Necked Performance Shirt
This stretchy polyester shirt comes with monogramming on both the front and back. Very flattering fit, it is comfortable against the skin and can be used for layering. Check it out at MyLocker.com

My Locker.com Monogrammed Flannel Pants & Stance Socks

My Locker.com 100% Cotton Flannel Lounge Pants with Monogram
Add a personal touch to your holiday gift with these toasty flannel drawstring pants from MyLocker.com. Creating my unique monogram was really easy and there is a large selection of designs for your business, the holidays, your favorite team and more. Extremely soft and roomy, these will become a wintertime favorite. Pair these up with the V-Necked Performance Shirt shown above plus the Stance Wool Blend Socks above in Winter Camp Wine and you are set for game time! 

Stance Fashion Socks- New Holiday 2014 Collection

Stance Fashion Socks New Holiday 2014 Collection
These are beautifully woven wool and cotton blend socks and just perfect for winter-fun. Part of the Holiday 2014 Collection, you can pair these with fashion boots as there are many mid-calf, knee length and over the knee designs to choose from. On the left are the Reign Design in soft combed cotton. 
On the right are the Archer White Over the Knee Socks. They are the infinity roll Langley Fox Hemingway for Stance style. Soft and cozy they are made with SuPima cotton and have deep heel cups for extra comfort. See all the new holiday 2014 styles at Stance.com

Warms you from the inside. Klean Kanteen Insulated Bottles

Klean Kanteen's New Matte Finish 12oz Vacuum Insulated Container in Coyote Brown
I absolutely adore my Klean Kanteens and take them with me for my commute into NYC and everywhere else. This new 12 oz size in a sweet, matte Coyote Brown is enough for a shot of espresso or a good sized cup of coffee to go. Stays REALLY hot too and for 6+ hours. We take these skiing, snowshoeing, sleigh riding and it is the best thing to warm up with. Check them out at KleanKanteen.com

And after all of that Christmas shopping, a soothing Foot Massage!

Topricin Deluxe Foot Therapy Spa Set
Just what you or a loved one needs after being on one's feet all day! After a warm bath or foot soak, break out this deluxe spa set for the ultimate in tootsie pampering. The Topricin Foot Therapy Cream is amazing as I use it for serious foot pain from running and skating. It has also saved the day after my walk from Midtown to Soho! See this and the other Topricin Pain Cream Gift Sets at Topricin.com. Here's what is included in the Deluxe Foot Therapy Spa Set:

The Ultimate Foot Retreat 

A treat for your feet! Specially formulated to target feet and ankles, Topricin Foot Therapy Cream moisturizes and sooths tired, achy feet while healing the damage that causes pain—naturally, without grease or odor. All Topricin products are safe for diabetics.

The Deluxe Topricin Foot Therapy Spa Set includes:

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• (1)2oz Topricin Foot Therapy Cream
• (1)4oz Jar of Topricin Foot Therapy Cream
• Callus Remover
• Pedicure Set
• Zipper Case 4pc
• 2pc Toenail Trim
• Foot Reflexology Chart
• Topricin Sample Envelope
• Dark Teal Fabric Bag

Sooth your soles with Topricin Foot Therapy Cream—which is patented for treating fibromyalgia and neuropathy, and is safe for diabetics

Just for ME under the tree!

UGG Rylan Sheepskin Slippers - Mine
Clothing and accessories c/o the respective designers and companies listed herewith.

Holiday Gift Guide - Designer Jewelry Presents in Gold, Silver and Precious Gems

Silver Vines Cuff made by Old Delhi artisans in India. Via WorldVision

The Holidays are coming! Check out the gift giving updates to my Best Picks-Lucky Gift Guide. This year what's hot are handmade artisan pieces in precious metals and jewels. Why? Well, it  has a lot to do with an artistic concept executed in the piece itself. Of course bespoke or one off jewelry is height of good taste but here are some pieces that are uniquely beautiful with artisan fingerprints all over them!

Pyrite Stardust Bracelets by Designer Jaimie Nicole
Iron Pyrite, otherwise known as "Fools Gold" makes this set of bracelets sparkle with gem like quality. 

Pyrite Stardust Bracelets and Earrings by Jaimie Nicole.

Description:
Pyrite with Stardust Bracelets. 6x8mm faceted rondelle pyrite beads with choice of one one 8mm 14k gold filled or one sterling silver stardust bead. Visit JaimieNicole.com for more designs.

Pyrite Stardust Bracelets at Manhattan Proper

Stone Agate Guitar Pick Necklace
Crafted by Artisan Studio Works in sunny California by musician and designer Greg Atkin.
Beautifully polished translucent agate doubles as a guitar pick! Inter-changeable, you can change the stones to go with your outfit. Take them to a gig for yourself or the lead guitarist!

These Stone Picks come gift boxed

You can give these as jewelry or a guitar pick or BOTH. Each is one of a kind due to the uniqueness of the natural stones.

Wearing the Stone Pick for a gig!

Silver Vines Cuff by Old Dehli Indian Artisan from World Vision Gifts
World Vision is an amazing humanitarian organization who publishes a gift catalog each year of wonderful opportunities to purchase farm livestock, fish and other empowering necessities for independent living.
The Silver Vines Cuff is an adjustable sterling silver bracelet crafted by Old Delhi India Artisans. This beautiful bracelet is a FREE GIFT in consideration of a donation of $85 or more. So for that amount you will receive this bracelet AND purchase 10 ducks, a fishing kit and 2 chickens, a goat or 5 ducks + 2 chickens for a needy family.The best gift is one that keeps on giving! See more charity gifting opportunities and Christmas presents that give back at the WorldVisionGifts.org website.

Detail on the Silver Vines Bracelet

Silver Vines Cuff is adjustable.

Vanesa Farfan Leather and Cord and Silver Wrap Necklace/Bracelet
This transitional piece is just so much fun for a Resort Holiday at the beach or tropics. Why, well, you can choose to wear it as a bracelet OR a necklace. Premium leather with sterling silver jewels. One of my favorites along with her AMETHYST, AQUA, GREEN, WHITE AND PINK CHALCEDONY LONG GOLD NECKLACE  pictured below, both from VanesaFarfan.com

Cord and Silver Bracelet/Necklace by Vanesa Farfan

AMETHYST, AQUA, GREEN, WHITE AND PINK CHALCEDONY LONG GOLD NECKLACE by vanesa farfan

Cate and Chloe Turquoise Earrings
Cate and Chloe offer a monthly subscription service where you can receive lovely pieces like these gorgeous earrings. I love the Native American vibe and the setting is very pretty. Makes the perfect gift for the jewelry lover on your list this year.

Cate and Chloe Turquoise earrings.

Cate and Chloe's subscription is a great value and I was very impressed with the monthly installments of jewelry. The turquoise earrings were part of the fall box are were perfect for my fashion photo-shoot for Carve Designs of CA.

Cate and Chloe Turquoise Earring in the Carve Designs shoot.

Gold Druzy Necklace by Designer Jaimie Nicole
If you look at the photo above, I am also wearing this Gold Druzy Necklace by jewelry designer Jaime Nicole. What I especially like about this piece is the delicate gold chain which has the designer's tag or signature attached. Such "signature" pieces are far more desirable as they show that they were made by an actual designer and not simply copied for mass production. See it at JaimieNicole.com

Diana Kauffman River Rock Bracelet and Jaimie Nocole's Gold Druzy Necklace.

Diana Kauffman Designer Jewelry
The River Rock Bracelet in the above photo is by Pittsburgh jewelry designer, Diana Kauffman.
I probably wear Diana's pieces more on an everyday basis because of their natural and organic beauty as well as their ease of wear.

Diana Kauffman River Rock & Sea Stars Bracelets

The River Rock & Sea Stars Leather Bracelets have a magnetic clasp and beautifully polished stones or "rocks". Great for the outdoorsy nature lover on your list!  See more designer jewelry pieces at DianaKauffmanDesigns.com

Wearing the River Rock Bracelet by Diana Kauffman

Jewelry pieces c/o the respective designers so mentioned herewith.

Holiday Gift Guide - Audiophile Headphones from Lamborghini, SkullCandy, Jaybird and Audio-Technica

Head and earphones for every kind music lover on your list!

Just like our iPhone or Androids, we all like to take our beats with us wherever we go. During my commute into Manhattan, I've found the ride in to be that much sweeter by listening to some tunes. When I take my morning run, they also accompany me as it's been shown that people who take music along exercise LONGER than those who don't.
These headphones and in-ear earphones make super gifts this year and are the best of the best to please even the most discriminating audiophile.

For the Working DJ or Recording Artist: Audio-Technica's Limited Edition ATH-M50xBL (Blue) Professional Monitor Headphones 
These pro level headphones will please the professional musician, DJ (or those who aspire to be), on your list this year. This is the Limited Edition version of Audio-Technica's top rated ATH-M50 model headphones. They come with THREE interchangeable cables and plug neatly into your iPhone, Android, Mp3 player or iPad. Earpads are comfy for long wearing time and these earphones come with their own soft matching carry pouch. The sound quality is off the chart but just what you'd expect from professional studio headphones. Check out my more technical review at Eclectic Sound.
Visit AudioTechnica.com for details.

In the Studio: Audio Technica's LTD ED ATH-M50x

For the Fashionista - Knockouts Headphones by SkullCandy
These are so much punchy fun! I wear these for a morning walk or run and they stay on just fine. Someone who has an eye for fashion and color will LOVE these. Knockouts come with a detachable cable and remote volume control. Comes with a matching carry pouch with pretty gold accents. The sound quality is very good but the styling on the Aqua and Floral patterns are a real Knockout! Visit SkullCandy.com

SkullCandy's Knockouts with matching carry pouch

SkullCandy Knockouts in Floral Pattern

For the Bon Vivant Jet Setter - Tonino Lamborghini Mobile EL-01 Quantum in Ear Headphones
Yes, you heard right. Lamborghini...the luxury sports car has the most luxe in ear earphones you can imagine. These come with extra interchangeable earpieces for the perfect fit. Soft cloth covered cables with easy access to controls. What will truly blow you away is the incredible sound quality, namely the rockin' bass that is simply incredible. Lamborghini earphones come in their own triangular zippered carry case and have their bull logo on it as well as the earphones. Check them out at Tonino Lamborghini Mobile

Tonino Lamborhini Mobile In Ear Earphones

For the Fitness Freak - Jaybird Bluebuds X Bluetooth Ear Buds
Hailed as the best Bluetooth ear buds on the market today, you will enjoy the incredible freedom and long 4 hour battery life these have to offer. Comfortable to wear, there's no worries over getting tangled in wires or cables. Remote control is on the strap.  These are the perfect ear buds for those who like to bicycle, walk or run with a bit of music. These are the official training headphones for the USA Triathelon team due to their lifetime guarantee against sweat.

These stay in your ears very well and also have interchangeable pieces for a perfect fit. The sound quality is excellent and you get a high tech "On Star" sounding voice telling you when your power is on, off or low. Comes in a protective black magnetic closure case with recharging USB cable. Check them out at the Jaybird Bluebuds website!

Jaybird Bluebuds

Headphones c/o respective manufacturers so mentioned here.

Holiday Gift Guide - Katy Perry Royal Revolution, Crabtree and Evelyn Musical Tin, Sublime Beauty Gifts

New on the list: Katy Perry's Killer Queen perfume, C & E's musical tin of hand creams

My 2014 Holiday Gift Guide is up so click here to see the latest trending gifts. This year the holiday trend is to go more nostalgic, honoring the timeless traditions of Christmas...but with a bit of glamour. These are some of my top beauty gifts guaranteed to wow the recipient (or yourself). These are over the top in style, presentation and substance!

Sublime Beauty Gift Boxed Sets

I really like Sublime Beauty Serums and Creams as I use them everyday, especially the Collagen and Retinol serums. I get so many compliments on my skin from makeup artists and estheticians whom I work with and can attribute much of that to this line. Sublime Beauty now has a way to share your favorite products this holiday season and they've done ALL the wrapping for you.

Sublime Beauty's Travel Set of Four: Vitamin C, Collagen, Retinol and Hyaluronic Serums

You can pick one, two, three or  get a set of four of your preferred serums and products which arrive in a lovely bowed box ready to set under the tree. The serums are in airless pumps so no worries when traveling on the plane. Some of these sets even come with jewelry like these multiple strand pearl necklace and drop earrings I wore to the Ice Theatre of New York's Benefit Gala.

See all the Holiday Gift Sets from SublimeBeautyShop.com

Wearing the Pearl Set at the ITNY's Benefit Gala with Sarah Hughes.

Sets of Sublime Beauty's Top Serums come gift boxed. Some with jewelry!

Crabtree & Evelyn's Big Top Twelve Musical Carousel Tin of 12 Hand Therapy Creams

This musical gift tin will be a precious keepsake for years to come! Beautifully decorated this rotating carousel plays, "It's lovely weather for a sleigh ride together with you..." also known as "Sleigh Ride" made famous by Johnny Mathis. 

Inside you will find 12, .9 oz tubes of practically all of Crabtree and Evelyn's top fragranced creams and formulas such as: Evelyn Rose, Lily, Summerhill, Citron, Gardeners, Nantucket Briar, Rosewater, Pomegranate, La Source, Verbena and Lavender, Lavender and Tarocco Orange. All made from the most exotic botanicals, these are all the perfect size for your purse. The tin can be refilled with Christmas treats or nuts for your holiday guests. Wind it up and let the music play! Available at CrabtreeandEvelyn.com

Big Top Twelve Hand Therapy Creams come gift boxed

NEW Killer Queen's Royal Revolution Perfume by Katy Perry

Known as the "Pop Tart" of the music world, Katy Perry is spreading her wings so to speak with her new Eau de Parfum in the Killer Queen Series, Royal Revolution.

Exclusive to Coty Paris-New York, this new fragrance offers a surprising maturity without a "matronly" presence. The packaging is gorgeous and can even double as a tree ornament! 1.7 fluid ozs of polished perfumery perfection.

Details

Katy Perry Royal Revolution is inspired by the beauty and strength of a precious Blue Diamond. This Killer Queen is destined to lead a Royal Revolution; a Royal with the scent of victory, a new sensibility, a wild way of holding court with rebellion on her mind and defiance on her playful lips.

Katy Perry's Royal Revolution

Royal Floral scents of:

• Top Notes with Pink Freesia, Black Thorn, Pomegranate
• Heart Notes of Orange Flower, Sandalwood, Jasmine Petals.
• Base Notes of Soft Leather, Skin Musk, Vanilla Orchid.

NEW Berries and Moss Wreath from Creekside Farms, CA

The beautiful fresh holiday wreath you've seen in these photos is by the artisans at Creekside Farms. Made with fragrant fresh fir and seeded eucalyptus, it freshens and cleans the air naturally. The wreath also contains pesticide free pine cones, moss, Artemisia and pepperberries. Very ample and full, you can cut off some of the eucalyptus leaves and use them in a potpourri pot.  They also make culinary kitchen herb wreaths for your favorite cooks! Ships nationwide from sunny California. See all their handcrafted wreaths at CreeksideFarms.com

Berries & Moss Holiday Wreath by Creekside Farms, CA

Gift sets and Holiday Wreath c/o the respective designers so mentioned.