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Twelve Days Of Sustainable Gift Giving This Holiday Season

Ah the Holidays are here. And the snow is fresh, and the kiddos are showing us their extensive Christmas lists on their Pinterest pages. While I’m not too shy to ask for my favorite things, I thought this year I would write them in song… here are my ideal twelve days of gift giving from brands that are ethical, cool, sustainable, vegan and overall killing it right now.

On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a box of pink Harry And David Pears.

Then, on the second day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, two LBLC turtleneck sustainable sweaters

After that, on the third day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, three little black french brand dresses from Amour Vert.

And then, on the fourth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, four pairs of reduced carbon footprint workout shoes by Allbirds.

Furthermore, on the fifth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, five ethically sourced rings from Linjer.

For the nappers, on the sixth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, six sustainable bed sheet sets for a lay in– from The Wool Room.

And for my next vacation, on the seventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, seven eco swimsuits for swimming by Slow Nature.

Denim lovers- on the eighth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, a forgiveness gift, sustainable denim skirt from Warp+Weft- an apology gesture which I am milking…

On the ninth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, nine vegan shoes for dancing from Dance Vegan.

On the tenth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, ten cashmere sweaters from the Leap Concept Store. Leap Concept stands for sophisitcated knitwear design, sustainability and innovation. Their emphasis is on elevated lifestyle essentials with intention to build a wardrobe instead of renewing it.

On the eleventh day of Christmas, my true love gave to me, eleven Halcyon sweaters with rainbow piping from Outerknown. Made with COOLMAX® EcoMade fibers that are recycled, giving new life to plastics headed for the landfill.

On The twelfth day of Christmas, my true love gave to me- this personalized solo drummer ugly sweater. Because all ugly sweaters deserve to be showcased at a holiday party.

Unconventional Gifts to Give this Holiday Season

The holidays are right around the corner, and that means seeking out gifts for those you care about in order to spread the cheer and show a little bit of love! However, if you know people for long enough, some ideas might already seem a little played out, even if they work well for acquaintances in your life. You may need to think outside the box to come up with some options that excite people — and that excite you! If you want to really wow the people in your life, why not check out some of these unconventional gift ideas that can work for all kinds of people in your life? Here are a few options that you can give to help boost the holiday cheer!

Skincare Subscription

So many people love to take care of their skin, and you can help make it totally custom if you want to go all out! Subscription services like the Curology system and Proven Skincare are all highly customizable and can make a great gift, especially if you know someone already subscribes.

Kitchen Cookware

If you know somebody who just moved into a new place or is still collecting pieces for their grown-up kitchen, getting someone a few items of kitchen cookware can be a fantastic, practical idea. Even if you just want to grab something nice for a foodie in your life, cookware is something everyone can use.

Tea Kettle

Much like the kitchen cookware idea, getting someone a tea kettle can be a cozy gift idea perfect for wintertime. Even if the person you’re gifting to has an established kitchen, they may not have a tea kettle already, which is the perfect opportunity to step in with a great gift.

Cleaning Service

Whether you know someone who owns a business that’s getting off the ground or a home that they don’t always have time to clean spotless — we’re looking at all those busy working moms out there — a cleaning service can be a great gift idea that’s practical and thoughtful.

Spa Gift Certificate

Much like the cleaning service gift certificate, a gift certificate for a spa can be a great way to make sure a loved one treats themself! You may know somebody who needs a bit of relaxation in their life, and getting them a gift certificate specifically designated for that purpose can be the perfect way to show that you care.

Books

If you happen to be a lover of books and you want to gift something to a fellow lover of books, you can totally tailor your selection to what you think they might like! This is a personalized gift idea that you can try for a variety of people in your life, all with their own spin. You might gift one book to your best friend and an entirely different book to your mom — the possibilities are endless!

Practical Makes Perfect

If you’re really close to someone, one of the best gift ideas that you can try is simply asking them if there’s anything you can help out with. Maybe it’ll be a medical bill or college application fee — or even some practical household items like cleaning supplies or toilet paper that might be nice to have taken care of. Making someone’s life easier is a great way to show them you care this holiday season.

Tarot Cards

Tarot cards are great for anyone looking into witchy interests this year, and there’s a specific reason why a tarot deck can be a perfect gift for someone in your life. Although not everyone believes this, some people think that buying your own tarot cards is bad luck. Therefore, if you know someone who wants a deck, grabbing it for them can be a thoughtful and applicable gift.

Streaming Service

Hulu, Netflix, Prime and more! There are so many great streaming services out there, and you can totally get someone a thoughtful gift by giving them a subscription. You can even go beyond the regular streaming services and think outside the box with things like Spotify or Audible for all the music and book lovers out there.

Pajamas

If the name of the game is “cozy” you can certainly find the perfect pair of pajamas to get the job done no matter who you’re shopping for. This can be a simple yet thoughtful present that anybody can use — which is perfect if you’re shopping for somebody difficult to pin down ideas for.

Unconventional Gift Ideas

When it comes to gifting for all the different people in your life, there are so many unique and interesting ideas that you can turn to. From skincare to kitchen cookware, there are so many useful gifts that you can look into for all the people you hold dear. Are there any gifts on this list that you particularly love?

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Ava Roman (she/her) is the Managing Editor of Revivalist, a women’s lifestyle magazine that empowers women to live their most authentic life. When Ava is not writing you’ll find herin a yoga class, advocating for body positivity, whipping up something delicious in the kitchen, or smashing the patriarchy.

How to make Your Christmas Gifts stand Out from Others

They say it is better to give then to receive. It is definitely true for adults, as they aim to please the people they love, by finding the right gift for them. But as Christmases come and go, it is getting harder every year, to find the one that will brighten everyone’s smile. Here are a few ideas that should help you be the best Santa, this year.

Spend Time on Details

It is true about most things we accomplish in life: The more we go into details, the better the results will be. Therefore, this Christmas, make sure that you do everything right, by thinking of things others won’t. It starts by acquiring a printed ribbon to place on each present you will offer. By having them made professionally with the message you want to spread out, people will be left speechless. You can have your name on them and a wish for all. It will guarantee that you stand out.

Don’t go for the wrapping paper you find in just about every store. No matter how intricate the print is, it is still just wrapping paper, in the end. Go to a textile store and choose a variety of them, in which you will wrap the gifts. Make sure that the print and colour fit the personality of each people. And if you can sow, make the wrapping textile a present at the same time, by turning them into beautiful scarves, as well.

Look for Information

We often spend too much time thinking about what people want, instead of looking for what they need and would be happy to receive. That is why we should ask the people around them for advice, by asking what they believe is the perfect gift. If you receive all kind of different answers, then you will have to dig deeper and find a way to ask the person directly, without him or her understanding that you are thinking of a Christmas gift. But if the answers you get are similar, or one comes up more often, then you have probably found the right Christmas gift.

Offer Something that will last through Time

Too many gifts end-up going into a closet and spending the rest of their time on earth in there. Others are simply consumed right away and forgotten in a matter of days or weeks. What you really want this Christmas is to give a present that will stay in the person’s life forever. There are many solutions, but here are two that should be taken into consideration.

A Common Gift

You can buy a piece of jewelry for someone and get the same for yourself. It will become a bond in time, that will unite the two of you, for as long as you wear it. For the wildest of our readers, why don’t you offer a matching tattoo?

An Unforgettable Trip

The other solution is to offer a trip, that you will spend together. It has to be something important, though. You can travel on the other side of the world or head to Disney – this one always works, as it will fill you and the person who received the gift, with incredible memories.

8 Gifts to Get Him For the Holidays So He Feels Special And Valued.

Things that make him feel special and valued… and earn brownie points!

The holidays are a time to slow down, bond with your loved ones, eat good food, and give gifts. If you are blessed enough to have a significant other that is always treating you and making you feel like a queen, this is a perfect time for you to honor your king.

The season is approaching quickly, and now is the best time to get started with your shopping so you can avoid holiday shipping delays and have peace of mind.

Here is a list of 12 gifts that are sure to melt his heart:

Manscaped

You know how you feel sexy after your man buys you lingerie? It’s not the underwear, it’s the fact that he wants to see you in it! Manscaped is a suite of grooming tools for men for “down there”. Manscaped caters to a man’s sensitive areas while allowing him to look and feel fresh down there. How good do you think it’s going to make him feel that you are interested in what he looks like “down there”??

FlyDad Diaper Bag

FlyDad is a company that aims to make dad feel fresh and fashionable while taking care of his kid. Their flagship product, an uber functional dad bag that can be used for kids of any age, is the perfect gift. It allows dad to preserve his identity as the fly dude you met while transitioning into being a dad. FlyDad is where fatherhood, function, and fashion intersect.

Ninja Indoor Grill

Is there anything that makes a man feel more like a man than barbequing? Unfortunately in a large part of the world the weather is too cold for grilling outdoors during the holidays. But why deny him the opportunity to grill steaks for you till summertime?? The Ninja indoor grill allows you to fulfill all your grilling dreams inside.

Bedfellow Sleep Products

If you have little ones running around chances are all the adults in the house are exhausted. Give him a chance to get his sleep on with the ultimate accessories this holiday season with Bedfellow sleep products. The sleep mask is the softest and darkest he will ever experience, and the sleep clothes are like sleeping in a cloud.

Ugg Slippers

There is no way to comprehend the softness and warmth of a pair of slippers until you feel a pair of Uggs. These slippers are lined with real plush shearling which cannot be duplicated with any fake fur. Coming home from a busy day running around and slipping your feet into a pair of Uggs is a luxury experience like no other.

Solo Stove Bonfire Nothing says romance like a cozy night by the fire during the chill of winter. Your guy will feel especially manly being able to create that fire for you. Although the fire burning is real, the solo stove is completely smokeless so there is no cleanup at the end of the night.

Gravity Weighted Blanket

A cozy blanket is always a great gift, but a weighted blanket adds fuel to the fire. Weighted blankets are scientifically proven to help you fall asleep faster and reduce stress. Who doesn’t want a stress-free man in their life??

Theragun

Nothing says lovin’ more than the gift of massage. This tool is insanely powerful and can get out the hardest knots without having to leave the house. The Theragun is another fabulous way to help your man combat stress and relax

No matter which of these you decide to get for your king, rest assured he will feel extremely loved and taken care of. You know that saying, “happy wife, happy life”? The same goes for husbands (or boyfriends) too!

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