Is it just me, or did the gift guides emerge earlier than usual this year? I feel like I started seeing gift guides back in October, and I just couldn’t possibly stomach posting mine that early (call me an old soul, but I prefer to kick off my holiday season post-Thanksgiving).
Now that the turkey is cold, I’m happy to present the 2022 edition of my gift guides! This series is always so fun to assemble thanks to a multitude of makers producing innovative and well-designed clothing, travel items, and home goods. Each of the products here is related to travel in some way – whether that’s a functional yet stylish garment, a handy travel bag, a way to commemorate a trip through food (with flair, of course), and more. Here I should mention that I always advocate for taking trips in lieu of gift-giving, but I am fully aware that physical gifts are still the norm. Even if the gift isn’t a trip, these items will help them on their way.
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Oh – and while each of these gift guides may be categorized, the truth is the gifts below will appeal to a broad audience and range of identities – there may even be something for your most difficult-to-shop-for relative!:
GIFTS FOR HER
1. Kit Crossbody Bag | This Goldilocks-sized crossbody bag is cleverly designed with storage on the outside of the bag, giving its owner easy access to pens, metro cards, and more (just watch out for pickpockets!).
2. Shrunken Cashmere Sweatshirt | An elegant take on a sporty cut, this shrunken cashmere sweatshirt is priced with budget in mind (and you can save $20 on your first purchase when you use my referral link!).
3. Pearl Necklace Kit | This sweet necklace set allows the wearer to customize their necklace any way they wish, thanks to the set of five interchangeable pearls (psst… you can save $10 when you sign up with my referral link).
4. Water-Repellant Ballet Flats | Ballet flats are back in style again, and this pair is extra travel-ready, thanks to water-repellant uppers. Even better – you can throw these shoes in the wash if they get messy! Save $10 at checkout by using code WAYWARD.
5. Vanity Palette | Everything for the eyes, in one convenient palette! With six compact colors and one mini-tube of mascara, it’s the perfect size for leaving in a travel cosmetic bag.
6. Jetsetter Maxi Dress | This workhorse dress is begging to be paired with both sneakers and heels, which means it’s destined to be packed for every type of getaway.
7. Sample Kit + Gift Card | This brand’s pheromone-based fragrances mean that no one else will smell like her, and this sample kit makes choosing her favorite fragrance easy. It also comes with a $50 gift card to put toward a full-size bottle! (psst… save $10 on your first order when you sign up here).
8. Wool Trench | It’s rare to find 100% wool outerwear these days, and even rarer to find ethically-made coats that won’t break the budget. This one will last for years with proper care!
9. Vintage-Inspired Wool Fedora | This hat reads as both chic and rugged, ready to go wherever she wants.
GIFTS FOR HIM
1. Knit Button-Down Shirt | This button-down is a cross between a sweatshirt and a flannel – so basically, it’s loungey comfort in the most beautiful form.
2. Travel Duffle | This unique travel bag looks and carries like a duffel, but opens like a suitcase.
3. Suede Bomber Jacket | A sporty jacket gets a supple suede makeover. This is a jacket to treasure for a lifetime.
4. Pizza Oven | Bring the flavors of Italy home! This pizza oven heats to 932°F in just 25 minutes, and he’ll be questioning whether he’s in Napoli with every bite.
5. Alpaca Crew Sweater | I always say that my alpaca sweater is as soft as a cat’s tummy, so why not gift that same luxury to someone else?
6. The Complete Skincare Gift Set | This set has every single step of his skincare system mapped out for him – and it’s all TSA-approved.
7. Hybrid Watch | Although this watch looks like a standard analog watch, it is also packed with features like an accelerometer, heart rate monitor, and more.
8. Winter Cozy Bundle | All the things he needs for a perfect night in: the very best mug (coffee, hot chocolate, or whiskey? His choice), a moody candle, and a woven-by-a-real-human blanket.
9. All-Weather Chelsea Boot [save 20% with code WAYWARD20] | Snow and rain are no match for these pull-on Chelsea boots with a memory-foam insole.
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GIFTS FOR EVERYONE
1. Water Bottle Bag | This rugged water bottle bag holds more than their water bottle – it also has a clip for keys and a slip pocket for cash.
2. Sun Shield Sunglasses | Actually stylish sunglasses for water and snow sports – who’d’ve thought that was possible? These come with magnetic sun shields, which they can remove when they’re not in sport mode.
3. Large Recycled Travel Bag | This sturdy travel bag is made from plastic sourced from the landfill, and unlike most travel bags, it can be tossed in the wash after they return from a trip.
4. Everyone Denim Jacket | This organic cotton jacket is made for all genders, and in a roomy fit, is currently very on-trend.
5. Scarf Knitting Kit | Not only can they learn to knit their first scarf while traveling, this quick knit means they can wear it at their destination! (psst… $12 on your first purchase with code MGMKBCJXH).
6. Steam Deck | They can take their favorite PC games on the road or in the air with this handheld gaming system.
7. Cashmere Beanie | This cashmere beanie comes in a range of great colors and is easy on the wallet (save $20 on your first $40+ order when you sign up here).
8. Survival Backpack | Is it weird to give someone a gift you hope they’ll never use? This backpack is filled with three days’ worth of essentials for two people in case the unthinkable happens.
9. Tagine | Cuisine is one of my favorite ways to explore the world without leaving home; this tagine allows your recipient to recreate their favorite Moroccan dish.
Still looking for more inspiration? Check out these past gift guides: 2021 (for her) | 2021 (for him) | 2019 | 2018 | 2017
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How are you feeling about shopping for gifts this year?
