Author: ELAINESIR

Summer whizzed past as did Yom Kippur and Halloween. And now we’re here – already brainstorming holiday gifts for our loved ones. So I gathered some rad people to kick around some ideas. Thank you to all the awesome friends who participated in my annual holiday gift guide!

FIVE MINUTE JOURNAL :: as suggested by KIM SHAPIRA (celebrity dietitian and wellness guru)

+ This journal, when done daily, I prefer the first thing you do before you start your day, will train your brain to seek out the positive. So after a few days, you will notice less negative thoughts and a happier disposition. #selfcare.

GALLERY DEPT ART :: as suggested by LAURI FIRSTENBERG (curator and art consultant RTM PROJECTS, AF PROJECTS and there-there)

+ LA native designer and artist Josue Thomas makes one of a kind and limited runs of text-based gear out of his storefront and workshop Gallery Dept. on Beverly Boulevard across from Erewhon. Art that Kills and Stop Being Racist are two of his best sellers. Make waves when gifting.

STOP BEING RACIST TEE

ART THAT KILLS LONG TEE

PERSONALIZED MUGS (OR ADOPT A PET!) :: as suggested by THAISA SCO (multiplatinum award-winning artist, singer, songwriter)

CHRISSY TEIGEN’S COOKBOOK, “Hungry For More”:: as suggested by CHRISTINA SIMON (writer and Founder of BeyondTheBrochure)

+ Transformational Parenting has been updated and further endorsed! Of course, I feel it’s the best gift for any parent, regardless of how old their kids are. So if you choose to include it, great!

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BALA BANGLE WEARABLE HAND WEIGHTS :: as suggested by DR. NINA GRAY (Dentist, Social Media Influencer, YouTuber (Co-Star of Beverly Hills Brat)

$49 on Amazon, Goop, Free People

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LIQUID DEATH/ GOOD PATCH / ROOTS N WINGS :: as suggested by MIKE JONES (Entrepreneur and investor, with more than $2.5 billion in exists, Founder of SCIENCE INC, current tech king, ex-MYSPACE CEO)

For the perfect self-care gift, Good Patch is a state of the art hemp-infused and plant-infused patch. It’s designed to deliver safe, sustained, discreet relief that addresses life’s common ailments. For example, stress, sleep, hangovers, pain relief, and hot flashes.

Liquid Death is a bold new canned water brand that’s packaged in sustainable aluminum tallboy cans. These look like craft beer but are filled with 100% natural, non-carbonated mountain water sourced from the Austrian Alps.

+ Roots & Wings is a nonprofit organization that offers support and resources needed to meet the challenges aged-out foster care youth face. Their work provides education, employment, and important life skills to a statistically vulnerable segment of our community, and would benefit greatly from donations during the holiday season.

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SEOULFULL SKIN FOOD/ ELECTRIC HAND WISK :: as suggested by THAYANA SCO JACKSON(multiplatinum award-winning artist, singer, songwriter)

SEOULFULL SKINFOOD

+ For new moms like me who don’t really find the time to take care of themselves, the new Seoulfull skin oils are here to save your skin. It’s the only thing you‘ll need. Apply once before bed and in the morning followed by your fave sunblock and you’re done. And to top it all, it’s organic. You’re welcome.

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ELECTRIC HAND WISK

+ For perfect and yummy foam froth on your milk, lattes, cappuccinos or hot chocolate, I suggest this easy and powerful electric hand whisk. For instance, I use it to blend my matcha and cacao powders to completely break and dissolve those stubborn powder bubbles that are otherwise tough to blend. So just a bit of hot water and this whisk and you have the perfect beverage.

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OVERBED TABLE WITH WHEELS / PERSONAL SAFETY DEVICE:: as suggested by THAINA SCO (multiplatinum award-winning artist singer, songwriter, actress)

OVERBED TABLE

+ I love this product! You can leave it at the bottom of your bed and just roll it up. Surprise a loved one with breakfast in bed. Or have a lamp and read at night all while taking notes comfortably.

For example, I pair it with a bed lounger.

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RIPPLE 24/7 PERSONAL SAFETY DEVICE

+ It’s unfortunate that we live in a world where this is needed, but this safety device would be a valuable and incredible gift for children, the elderly and those who are vulnerable.

++ So there you go! What are you getting your loved ones?