Christmas is creeping up and if you’re thinking about shopping online, don’t wait much longer past this week to put in your orders. This year’s holiday gift guide is all about gifts that can’t go wrong. You can also shop each one these gift ideas online and in the comfort of your home. There’s something in here for everyone from cookbooks to a complete tie bar style box. This efficient and effective gift guide which will take the stress out of holiday shopping.
1. The Oslo Sock from Kombi $25: Provides odour control and quick dry feature. Soft on your feet, the wool blend material will keep you warm through those cold winter nights.
2. Everyday Super Food by Jamie Oliver $25: Getting in the kitchen can be scary if cooking isn’t your thing. Chef Jamie Oliver takes you through easy to make meals that are also healthy without causing a panic attack. See his TED talk on the current state of what most people know about food (it’s shocking to say the least).
3. Frends headphones from Chapters $104.96: Whether you’re a traveler or love the comfort of your home, these chic headphones is perfect to plug into your iPad for movies or music.
4. Brass Bar Tools from Lulu & Georgia $150: For the mixologist in your life.
5. Queen Bee Notebook/Journal from Waiting On Martha $39: Keep it in check with this sleek queen bee notebook or journal.
6. Hand stamped spreader from Etsy $24.57: Spread love with this utilitarian gift. Perfect for any home.
7. Vancouver Candle ($35) and Wick Trimmer ($25): For those rainy Vancouver days, these candles are the perfect accompaniment to a good read. Available candle flavours include: Fairview, Gaston, Kitsilano, Mount Pleasant, North Shore, Point Grey and Strathcona.
8. The Tie Bar Style Box from Nordstrom $138.14: This set includes ties, pocket squares and socks. You’re all set!
9. Vancouver Market Bag from Old Faithful Shop $89.95: Sturdy and spacious, this market bag is great for any weekend endeavour from grocery shopping to the farmer’s market.
10. Victoria Beckham Money Clutch Leather Textured Shoulder Bag from Net-a-Porter ($1819): A classic bag that doubles as a cross body bag, this is a luxury item that can’t go wrong.
11. Kate Duncan Walnut cutting board from Atkinson’s ($60): This stylish and minimalist cutting board can also double as a serving board. (Made in Vancouver)
Amy Yew is a contributing columnist at Vancouver Courier and a fashion and style writer. She is also the author of a blog Style du Jour. Tell us what you think and submit any questions you have to amyvancouvercourier@gmail.com.
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