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CAROLINE’S 2023 GIFT GUIDE 1
1. OUR PLACE PERFECT POT — I’ve had this pot for over a year now, and I still use it all the time. It’s super practical - I love that it’s oven safe up to 450°F, and it looks great sitting on my stovetop when it’s not in use!
2. AWE MOONSTONE ECLIPSE AMULET — I have really been wanting to invest in some cute, quality jewelry lately, and this company is on the top of my list to try! The fact that Taylor Swift has been seen wearing some of their pieces may or may not have sparked this interest, but all the beautiful styles have kept me adding pieces to my wishlist!
3. DR. MARTENS VEGAN 1460 FELIX LACE UP BOOTS — I have been flirting with the idea of buying Docs for many years, and I think I’ve finally done enough research to feel confident in the purchase. These have great reviews that claim there’s not as rough of a break-in process because the leather is vegan!
4. NESPRESSO VERTUO NEXT COFFEE AND ESPRESSO MAKER — My husband and I received this Nespresso as a wedding present and we use it SO much. It has been wonderful to be able to create coffee shop quality drinks at home — especially since I work from home!
5. NINTENDO SWITCH — I haven’t ever been super into gaming, but having a Nintendo Switch has been so great for those times I want to turn off my phone and do something interactive. My most played games are Mario Kart and Mario Party!
CAROLINE’S 2023 GIFT GUIDE 2
1. LEGO FLOWER BOUQUET SET — I love flowers so much, but have ADHD and forget to water them and I get super sad when they die, so I usually opt for faux flowers around my house. When I saw this Lego set, I thought it would be so fun to BUILD my own faux flowers.
2. HOT TOOLS FLAT IRON — Recently, my flat iron from middle school finally died, so I picked up this one and WOW. Flat irons from this decade are amazing. This one straightens my hair so fast and so well. 10/10 recommend.
3. WHERE SHOULD WE BEGIN GAME OF STORIES — My best friend visited earlier this year and brought this game and I fell in love with it. You can play it with family, friends, or even on a first date! It’s so great for getting interesting conversations going, and as a self-proclaimed empathetic chatterbox, I love it!
4. ANTHROPOLOGIE GLEAMING PRIMROSE MIRROR — This mirror will never not be on my wishlist. I know there are lots of dupes for it out there and those are great too, but my soul wants the original one so badly even though I likely will never ever get it.
5. RIFLE PAPER CO. MUG — One of my all-time, most reached for mugs in my cupboard is a Rifle Paper Co. mug. They have so many cute ones that just make drinking a hot beverage feel even cozier.
CAROLINE’S 2022 GIFT GUIDE 1
1. GLOSSIER YOU CANDLE — I have the Glossier You perfume and it is one of my all-time favorites, so a candle in the same scent?? Add to cart immediately.
2. ATHLETA SALUTATION JOGGER — I got a pair of the original Salutation Joggers from Athleta in a 3X YEARS ago and I have worn them out to the point of retirement. The original black is currently sold out in my size, so I linked the cargo version - I would love to try these out!
3. LG CORDLESS VACUUM — I have officially reached the point in my life where I am drooling over a high-quality vacuum cleaner. This is a splurge item for sure, but I have test driven Ashley’s and if I don’t receive this as a gift soon, I will be putting this bad boy on a zero interest payment plan.
4. WALMART EGG CHAIR — I have had 2 of these chairs for almost 3 years now and I am still so in love with them. Even though they are traditionally a patio chair, I personally love the way they look inside my house.
5. METAL WIRE BASKETS — Anyone with ADHD knows, cute baskets are an ESSENTIAL household item. I have had my eye on these from Target for a while (Ashley absolutely has these as well - great minds think alike).
6. LETTER NECKLACE — Despite my growing up in the south, I am not typically a monogram lover. I respect the monogram game, but it has never called to me. This necklace is my first exception I have come across in years. Something about the simplicity and thickness of the font is really cool to me. I would love to receive this as a gift!
7. ANTHRO SLING BAG — Okay so this item falls under the category of gifts I bought myself this year. I ordered this as soon as I saw it because it is made by the same brand that makes my all-time favorite plus size friendly cross body bag. I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to try it out!
8. GLEAMING PRIMROSE VANITY MIRROR — Listen, in an alternate universe where I won the lottery, I would own the 7’ large Gleaming Primrose Mirror. Instead, I humbly bring my expectations down and pine for the still spendy but doable vanity version of the iconic mirror. She’s just so beautiful and I want her.
9. FAUX FUR WEIGHTED BLANKET — I have wanted a weighted blanket for YEARS (#anxietyqueen). My hesitation is always that I want one that is functional but also aesthetically my vibe. This one is bringing both of those things to the party.
10. JVN BEST SELLING STYLERS SET — I have been wanting to try out the JVN haircare line since it dropped, so this best sellers bundle is PERFECT for me. I have a feeling I will be a repeat customer once I give these products a try!
CAROLINE’S 2022 GIFT GUIDE 2
1. SHARK FLEXSTYLE AIR DRYING AND STYLING SYSTEM — I am so deeply in love with my Shark HyperAIR Fast Drying Blow Dryer that I know for a fact I would love this styler. Word on the street is that it’s a dupe for the Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler!
2. MIRACLE LEAVE-IN PRODUCT — I have always wanted to try this product! I have fine hair that easily tangles, so I am a fan of most any leave-in product!
3. STARBUCKS BLONDE NESPRESSO VERTUO PODS — These are my favorite espresso pods to make lattes at home with - which leads to the next suggestion!
4. NESPRESSO VERTUO COFFEE AND ESPRESSO MAKER — My husband and I were gifted one of these as a wedding present and we use it nearly every day. I have so much fun making coffee drinks at home and trying out new flavors!
5. CURRENT FAVORITE CANDLE — I listen to a podcast where the host always talks about how amazing the Chesapeake Bay: The Collection candle line is at Target (NOT THE REGULAR CHESAPEAKE BAY LINE). One day I was in Target and finally bought one, and he was so so so right. This Vanilla Birch one is perfect all year long and it’s so affordable for the size candle you’re getting!
6. APPLE AIRPODS MAX — This is a super splurge purchase and I fully don’t expect anyone to buy these for me, but I have been really wanting a pair of over-the-ear headphones and these are so beautiful.
7. EILISH EAU DE PARFUM — I am such a fan of Billie Eilish as an artist and this fragrance is no exception. I bought this as soon as it went up on her website and it has been one of my favorite perfumes I’ve ever owned. It is on the sweeter side - if you like amber and vanilla notes, you’re going to love this.
8. BEIS BACKPACK — Y’all. This backpack is EVERYTHING. It is so versatile for travel and every day use. I use it nearly every single day. 10/10 worth every penny.
9. TANGLE TEEZER BRUSH — I used to be such a WetBrush fanatic - I truly didn’t think there could be a better detangling hairbrush on the market. I was wrong. Ashley put me on to this brand and I never want to look back.
10. KITCHENAID STAND MIXER — This was another item we got as a wedding present and boy, oh boy, do I love this thing. Not only is it functional, I also view it as a piece of counter art that makes me feel like an adult lol.