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Unique Gift Ideas from a Seasoned Shopper | 2022 Gift Guide Someone Has Actually Tried

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Unique Gift Ideas from a Seasoned Shopper | 2022 Gift Guide Someone Has Actually Tried

Since I shop every day, it just wouldn’t be right not to share some of the best deals and unique gifts I find. You can put down your car keys and grab a cup of coffee instead. Your holiday shopping just got simpler. This is the best high-low unique gift mix all in one spot. Also, it’s okay to add extra to your cart to reward yourself for being such a smart shopper this holiday season. With new sales on great stuff coming up every day I’m also adding a supplemental email in between blog posts, just for subscribers. I’m calling it my PSA – Personal, Stylist, Announcement, so make sure to keep an eye on your inbox.

Guys Cozy Capsule Wardrobe

Give him these 7 separates that mix and match to make 14 cozy casual outfit combinations. Something subtle besides black is so nice. He will feel good about all of these pieces that feel good from Vuori. They are all sustainable and ethically made. They make most of the same pieces for women too. You’ll find the biggest selection here but some styles are available at Nordstrom.

Chesnut Heather Capsule

Charcoal Heather Capsule

I also made a cozy capsule any lucky lady would love. Get the 10-piece checklist, shopping links, and free 65-page lookbook here.

Unique Gifts For Jet Setters

These are most of the travel items I recommend and use on repeat. Get more unique gift ideas for the jet setters in your world in these posts.

This is a great gift under $75 for the clean beauty buff. What is included in this amazing, reusable goodie bag?!

So basically everything your skin needs to stay clean and hydrated when you’re traveling and want to avoid those toxic freebees at the hotels. Use Code JEN20 for 20% off. Check out more of my clean beauty favorites.

Gifts that Have All the Feels

These are the ultimate in comfort. I’ve tried them all and promise they all make you feel like you’re wearing your pajamas.

Unique Gifts for Sports Fans

Unique Gifts for Creative Kids

Unique Gifts For Teens

My oldest son just became a teenager this November so I also polled my 15 and 17-year-old nieces for their picks. Some of their favorites include graphic tees, oversized sweaters or hoodies, and converse sneakers. Urban Outfitters was a popular place that had almost everything on their lists and is currently offering 25% off everything.

You don’t have to be in your teens to rock a cool pair of converse sneakers. I love my black high-top converse sneakers and wrote this blog post that will give you some converse sneaker outfit ideas.

Customize a cozy shearling-lined croc your favorite kids can wear as slippers, or a simple slip-on they can wear before or after their next big game.

Unique Gifts When You Work From Home

The biggest game changer in my home office setup has been this jumbo ultra slim 27″ monitor. If you love a paper calendar as much as I do, this giant 15″x12″ style has been my go-to for the last 3 years. This designer-inspired H blanket makes a good gift and looks great in a home office. I rotate mine between my sofa and desk chair.

Jen’s Blogger Office Essentials

What’s Actually on My List

I’m hard to buy for because I’m always shopping, but I always put a few big ticket items on my wish list. Most years it’s a designer handbag. Check out my Designer Handbag Directory if you’re in the market for one this year.

One Big Happy Family

If you’re happy and you know it then your “look” will surely show it…My entire family is obsessed with this iconic smiley symbol. I love my trucker hat and my “teenager” just got this $15 beanie. Big brands we love like Gap and Farm Rio have special smiley collections that are selling fast, especially now since they are both running juicy cyber week sales. Make your luxe lovers happy with a Ganni graphic T-shirt or spread some happiness to some of your best friends with this 6-piece set of 🙂 necklaces under $10!

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I’ve Been a Stylist For Almost 25 Years and Swear There Are No Good Capsule Wardrobe Examples So I’m Trademarking Mine

I've been a stylist for almost 25 years and I swear there are no good capsule wardrobe examples. Most capsule wardrobe examples either have too many pieces that leave you guessing what goes together, or a minimal mix that makes boring outfits. My capsule wardrobe examples are different. Each one includes a 7-10 item checklist of updated closet essentials, more than two weeks of different outfit ideas, and options to customize each one to match your style. Every capsule formula comes with a unique high-low mix of brands. You'll also get professional personal styling suggestions that will help you choose the best fits and variations of each style. This is my 5-step foolproof, creative capsule wardrobe formula.

FEELING BLUE CAPSULE WARDROBE | 10 REINVENTED CLASSIC CLOSET ESSENTIALS

Everyone is feeling blue right now! These 10 reinvented classic closet essentials are proving blue is the new black. Ask anyone what color they feel the best in or get the most compliments when they wear, and I bet 9/10 will say blue! From blue jeans to a baby blue button-up you'll love this new take on universal styling heroes. The mix also includes a refreshed roundup of whites from blazers to camisole tops. Stripes star in almost every one of the 41 outfits you can make with this checklist. I'll show you the most flattering styles for your body type. Don't be surprised if you get a little "deja blue" looking at the list and start feeling blue too!

It Girl Wardrobe Essentials Edit from Nordstrom

We all see that girl who exudes style and confidence but doesn't look like she's trying. If she shops at Nordstrom this is what she's buying.

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