Is there someone in your life that isn’t easy to shop for? In my family, I am that someone. As a result (it takes one to know one) I am often approached with inquiries regarding gift ideas and suggestions for her.

I know and appreciate that “it’s the thought that counts”, but that doesn’t hide the fact that I am painfully particular. So let me say this, if you too are that person… own it!

a few items to note: 

Regardless of the person receiving the gift, I have found these general guidelines to be helpful:

1. Unless specifically asked for, see that the gift is consumable.

Often the best gifts are consumable or something to do. It can be as simple as a bouquet of flowers or a workshop related to a hobby or interest.

2. Gift something that they wouldn’t normally buy for themselves, but would appreciate.

Often I’ll choose a finer version of an item that they already enjoy. For example, if you know that they love a particular wine, opt for an award winning bottle from a local winery.

Anyhow…

Below is a curated list of gift ideas for her, that have been well received or continue to be reoccurring on my wish list. A note that many items are local to Kelowna, British Columbia:

lovely gift

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• a treat for later
• coffee or tea outing
• chocolate treats
• artisan soap bars
• flower bouquet in a single variety and colour (ie white peonies or hydrangeas)
• boxed treats from a bake shop *
• hand poured candle
• frame a special photo
• local bottle (white, red, rosé)
• movie night
• ice cream treat
• mani or pedi
• tin of tea *
• order takeout
• earrings
• imported bottle of wine (Italy, France)
• photo book
• magazine subscription (vogue, style at home)
• lunch outing
• coffee table book (home, fashion, travel)

little luxe gift

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• a simple bracelet
• drinks + appies
• box of macarons
• movie night out
• wine tasting
• gift card to a local home shop (lakehouse or olive + elle)
• wellness class(es) (yoga, barre)
• framed print 
• meaningful quote, framed
• dinner outing
• mani + pedi
• necklace
• wireless AirPods
• Apple watch
• box of roses
• bottle of perfume (light, warm)
• dinner & movie night out
• gift card to a local fashion boutique (fosellos, morgane)
• gift card to a local home shop (lakehouse, the cross)
• mini getaway
• tote bag
• cashmere throw blanket 
• subscription (box, flowers, wine)
• virtual classes (creative, master)
• iPad
• tickets (concert, stand-up, theatre)

* be mindful of possible sensitivities or allergies

Above all, quality over quantity.

Oh, and if she does give you a list… stick to it. Otherwise, include the gift receipt!

For other gift ideas for her, feel free to view my additional roundups

• birthday gifts
• everyday luxuries
• Mother’s Day gifts

If you have any questions, feel free to DM me on instagram or leave a comment below.

JESSICA. xx

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