Finding the right gift for your loved ones, the babysitter, dog walker, co-worker or boss can be challenging and stressful. And, as SouthPark’s personal shopper and a stylist for over 20 years, I get it. You want your gift to surprise and delight; to enhance a lifestyle, not clutter it. Gifts are meant to be meaningful and add to our lives, so my gift to you this holiday season are gift ideas that are sure to brighten anyone’s holiday!
As I wandered through The Village at SouthPark, I was tickled to find a wealth of goodies in a diverse selection of stores.
Gift Giving under $50
Think outside of the box when considering gifts under $50. One of my favorite challenges is to find the perfect gift for a hostess, hairstylist or a unique stocking stuffer. As my client requests pour in, it’s often the specialty stores such as I.C. London where these items are found.
For Her
A girl can never have enough storage space for her lingerie or jewelry.
$28.00 Cup Case—I.C. London
$36.00 Luxury Shower Cap—I.C. London
$42.00 Eye Masks by Swag, made in N.C.—I.C. London
For Him
Finally, a life-changing boxer brief for the man in your life! The SAXX patented designed underwear is built with mesh panels that keep everything in place preventing friction and excess movement. Say what you must, but this is a game changer for men!
$32-$40 Boxer Brief, by SAXX—I.C. London
A Lifestyle Gift for Mom or Daughter
Whether you are the out-of-town visitor or hostess, the importance of wearing appropriate sleep or loungewear goes without saying. If needed, add a leisure bra under your sleepwear and feel comfortable without concern!
$140.00 Cotton Lounging Pajamas, B* UP—I.C. London
For Her
Dressing formal while you travel is a thing of the past. If you are like me, you prefer to keep your athletic wear for gym use, so I have found a fashionable compromise that will take you from the airplane to your destination. For comfort and style without feeling like you are heading to the gym or to bed, Blue Canoe is 100% cotton and bamboo and made in the USA. Add a scarf to carry your style through the day!
$74.00 Lounge Top, Blue Canoe —I.C. London
$88.00 Lounge Pant, Blue Canoe—I.C. London
For Grandma
Over the years, I have helped many women pack for a weekend getaway or a month-long trip. Diamond Tea offers a line of beautifully designed caftans – ideal for warm winter getaways! Wear it over a swimsuit for lounging on the pool deck or to pair with jewelry for dinner.
$200.00 Caftan, Diamond Tea—I.C. London
For Her
A Diamond Tea velvet robe is my last show-stopper gift idea that offers the finest in luxury.
Partners, this is your subtle hint!
$260.00 Velvet Robe, Diamond Tea—I.C. London
David’s LTD Jewelers was the next stop in my quest for the perfect holiday gift. Without a doubt, shopping at David’s brings back the feeling of being a kid in a candy store! It was a pleasure to find a gift for every family member here.
Gift for a Sweet Sixteen or College Graduate
This is an opportune time to purchase a keepsake for your daughter, expressing your unconditional endless love.
$299.00 Infinity Symbol Necklace with 14k accent diamond—David’s LTD’s Jewelers
Gift for the Mother-In Law
Finding a gift for a mother in-law can be one of life’s greatest challenges. With age comes wisdom and with wisdom comes simplicity. I have found the ultimate versatile necklace – both elegant and simple – regardless of what she will be wearing.
P.S. Not just for the holidays, this necklace is the perfect piece that can say Happy Birthday or Happy Mother’s Day.
$1000.00 14k gold Bezel Set Diamond Solitary Necklace by IJM, 0.25 diamond on a white gold chain— David’s LTD’s Jewelers
$2250.00 0.40 diamond—David’s LTD’s Jewelers
Gift for the Wife
I can’t say enough about a great cuff and the versatility it offers, whether she is dressed in a tee and jeans or a LBD. I love the hand crafted Italian classic design of this 18K gold flex cuff bracelet in the “Armillas” collection by Chimento. Surely a piece that will be cherished and enjoyed for years to come!
$1760.00 Flex Cuff Bracelet, “Armillas” collection by Chimento(available in yellow, white or rose gold)—David’s LTD’s Jewelers
The layered necklace look is one of the season’s hottest trends in jewelry and can be worn long or clustered short. Finding the right multipurpose necklaces to layer is the key to versatility. Designer Laura Bicego uses a fine Italian hand-crafted open work station design, with a combination of textured and polished gold.
$3283 38 inch Necklace by Laura Bicego—David’s LTD’s Jewelers
$3010.00 16 inch Necklace with 0.279 carat of diamonds by Laura Bicego—David’s LTD’s Jewelers
Gift for Him
Many of my male clients enjoy a collection of watches, and match them with their everyday wear. Shinola watches are built in the USA and offer a durable and classic styling. Check out my two favorites – both make a perfect stocking stuffer!
$550.00 Runwell sapphire and crystal light blue stainless steel watch with hand-stitched leather strap—David’s LTD’s Jewelry
$875.00 Rambler Tachy chronograph stainless steel case with black dial with a water and sweat resistant rubber strap—David’s LTD’s Jewelers
The Ideal STOCKING STUFFER
Personalizing a gift to say something special adds a unique touch to any gift. I love this engravable plate with a bezel set accent diamond on curb chain – an ideal surprise stocking stuffer.
$475.00 Necklace, bezel set, accent diamond, white or yellow gold 16 or 18 inch—David’s LTD’s Jewelers $450.00 without a diamond—David’s LTD’s Jewelers
My quest of the best gifts for the season next took me to Design Within Reach. This company offers items that enhance everyday living through practicability, comfort and design.
Best Work From Home Gift
More and more people today have the option of working from home, so Design Within Reach offers a desk that allows you to go from sitting to standing and back again to keep you moving throughout the workday. An excellent way to decrease health risks linked with a sedentary lifestyle.
$2,543.00-$3,043.00 Renew Executive Sit-to-Stand Desk, available in three colors—Design Within Reach
The sit-to-stand desk is a game changer in any home office, but without the ideal chair, my perfect gift idea would seem incomplete. The Herman Miller Aeron Posture Fit Chair has been mastered to support people in the types of work we do today. Research in the science of sitting with advancement in materials is the backbone of this design. I believe it’s time to replace my current desk chair with this gift-winner!
$1,068.00-1,218.00 Herman Miller Aeron Posture Fit Chair—Design Within Reach
Most Practical Teen or College gift ever!
Practical isn’t always appreciated but I promise this Focal LED Lamp with the USB Port will be appreciated and certainly enjoyed! The lamp offers three levels of brightness with long-lasting energy efficient LED bulbs, a lamp head that tilts left and right as well as a shallow dish base for holding pocket items.
$195 Focal LED Lamp with the USB Port, available in a variety of colors—Design Within Reach
Family Gift
In my own household we have begun to play family games again and refocus on traditions of challenging games that require thought and concentration. Design Within Reach offers a chess game with abstract geometric chess pieces and a matching beechwood board designed by American visual artist Man Ray. This set includes a knight inspired piece from a violin in Ray’s studio.
Start a new tradition this holiday and buy this strategic gift for everyone!
$380.00-590.00 Man Ray Chess Set—Design Within Reach
The Gift of Sleep
My quest would not be complete without going into The Shade Store to visit my favorite store manager Lisa Sordi. Like countless people, I struggle with getting a good night’s sleep. We all know there are certain things that help initiate healthy sleep patterns, one of which is sleeping in a dark room. What would be more practical than giving the gift of healthy sleep with a blackout roller shade? The Shade Store offers an affordable solution in over 50 beautiful colors of blackout material that blocks natural light from filling your room. The best part? Your shades arrive in seven days or less and ship FREE! I’m in!
$150 and up Blackout Roller Shade—The Shade Store
Final Stop
I have covered the gambit of lifestyle gift giving but without my final stop I would not be doing my job as SouthPark’s Personal Shopper! Working daily with clients, I not only talk about body style, color and fit but also hair, makeup, skin care and overall lifestyle. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa’s goal is very similar to my own personal mantra. They want to provide their clients with a Mind, Body, Spirit approach to massage and skin care that enhances your lifestyle and eases life’s daily stresses.
Most Appreciated Overall Lifestyle Gift
For a low member price, you can give the gift that keeps on giving—the Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa Lifestyle Program that offers you a choice of a massage or classic facial once a month. Giving a gift that promotes sustained healthy living is priceless!
P.S. My experience with esthetician Jane Hunter was wonderful as she addressed my skin concerns, enabling me to relax, so she could do her job! I’ve found what works for me is to never leave the spa without making my next appointment!
Inquire for Pricing at the Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
This list is just a very small sample of all the unique and trendy gifts and services offered at The Village at SouthPark. I am happy to help for the holidays! Call and book your first three-hour complimentary shopping service with me.
I wish you all a wonderful holiday season!
From my closet to yours,
Suzanne Libfraind
Suzanne@wardrobeconsulting.biz
919 270-0250
