18 Gifts Your Fashion-Loving Friend Will Adore

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18 Gifts Your Fashion-Loving Friend Will Adore

After words of affirmation, gift-giving is my love language. However, I will admit I’m a hard person to shop for. As a person who considers clothes, jewelry, and accessories a means to express myself, I can be very specific. My friends tell me finding gifts for me and other fashion lovers is the hardest. We seem to own every practical piece, have tried all the trends, and are already onto the next. That said, Refinery29 is dedicated to helping readers navigate life in a more informed — and stylish! — way. So I present to you a holiday gift guide for fashion lovers.

Here, you’ll find silk loungewear, buzzy handbags, and cashmere staples. And while I know this fashion gift guide cannot satisfy everyone’s aesthetic, I hope it’ll get you, dear reader, inspired enough to gift (or receive) a few sartorial gems you haven’t considered yet. Ahead, find 18 gifts for fashion lovers.

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The New Year New Me Baguette Bag

As you wait to ring in the new year, enjoy what remains of 2023 with a sequin embellished baguette bag. The glittery Coach purse wants to tag along to all your holiday parties. While we’re planning to leave a few things behind, this bag is coming with us into the new year.

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Coach Studio Baguette Bag With Sequins, $, available at Coach

The Contemporary Pearl Necklace

When you think of pearl jewelry, the first person you may think of is your grandma. But this pearl necklace from Kendra Scott is strung for these times. It merges a trendy gold chain with a string of pearls for a piece that is anything but stuffy.

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Kendra Scott Ashton Gold Half Chain Necklace In White Pearl, $, available at Kendra Scott

The Luxurious Silk Sleep Set

Because fashion shouldn’t be restricted to waking hours, your giftee will adore an elevated pajama set. Eberjey also has released a holiday collection in festive colors and prints.

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Eberjey Inez Washable Silk Long PJ Set, $, available at Eberjey

The Cozy Luxe Cashmere Beanie

Keep your head cozy in a soft, lightweight beanie this winter — there are five gorgeous shades to choose from. If you’re looking for a full set, Jenni Kayne also has fingerless cashmere gloves and a fashionable shawl

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Jenni Kayne Cashmere Beanie, $, available at Jenni Kayne

The Comfy & Chic Travel Pant

The Alo High-Waist Pursuit Trousers are effortless and breathable. They are the stretchy travel pants that’ll take you from the office to the airport. With a seamlessly flat trouser-inspired front, elastic waistband in the back, and relaxed fit, you’ll want to jet-set off to your next vacay. 

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Alo High-Waist Pursuit Trouser, $, available at Alo

The Elevated Wedding Guest Dress

Step up your wedding guest game with a ruched one-shoulder dress in celadon green. Take inspo from the model and add a bit of contrast by cinching your waist with a white or black belt.

Shop Norma Kamali at Revolve

Norma Kamali Diana Gown, $, available at Revolve

The Viral Belt Bag

The Lululemon Belt Bag broke the internet for its sleek appearance and roominess. Now, the new edition is making a statement with its textured fleece for a cozy aesthetic.

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Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag 1L Fleece, $, available at Lululemon

The Chicer, Sleeker City Boot

We know that pointed booties are nothing new. But, somehow, this ruby-red pair from Reformation manages to look more refined with its almond-shaped toe and glossy two-tone leather.

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Reformation Gillian Ankle Boot, $, available at Reformation

The Ultimate Holiday Dress

We all need a bit of sparkle in our lives. This season add it to your holiday dresses with this silver midi.

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Abercrombie & Fitch Sequin Plunge Midi Dress, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch

The Timeless Personalized Jewelry Necklace

Everyone should have at least one piece of jewelry that has their name on it, whether it’s an engraved signet or a simple chain with a monogram charm strung on. Kinn allows you to customize your necklace, from the chain type, length, and number of letters for an heirloom piece you or a loved one will cherish forever.

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Kinn Dear Kaia II Nameplate Necklace, $, available at Kinn

The Must-Have Silk Skirt

Quince is known for its collection of glossy washable silk attire. Gift a loved one a modern midi skirt in basil green that’s as stylish as it is comfortable.

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Quince Washable Silk Skirt, $, available at Quince

The Shamelessly Trendy Handbag

The fact that this handbag is called “Candy,” is a banana-yellow hue, and is from Mansur Gavriel? We must have it. It’s an expensive bag, but whatever, it’s the holidays. Ask for what you want.

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Mansur Gavriel Candy Hobo Bag, $, available at Mansur Gavriel

The High Fashion Coffee Table Book

While you pre-order R29 fashion writer’s Little Book of Bottega Veneta, explore the in-depth story of the legendary fashion house of Dior. The pretty-in-pink hardcover makes a lovely coffee table to gift for the holidays.

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The Little Book The Little Book of Dior, $, available at Amazon

The Breakfast At Tiffany‘s Print

There are a number of legendary moments in Breakfast at Tiffany’s. One of them is Audrey Hepburn wearing her Givenchy LBD and pearls while window-shopping with a danish in hand. Any true fan of the movie will recognize the iconic moment and adore this chic print.

Shop East Urban Home at Wayfair

East Urban Home Audrey Hepburn Window Shopping Canvas, $, available at Wayfair

The Sultry Sweater Dress

Just in time for winter soirées, Skims has crafted a figure-hugging off-the-shoulder sweater dress that’ll sweep every guest off their feet. The sultry one-piece is stretchy and lightweight, so it fits your giftee — or yourself. We’re not the gift police.

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Skims Knit Off The Shoulder Dress, $, available at Skims

The Starter Statement Ring

When it comes to ring folks, there are two main types: people who go big and chunky and those who do delicate and dainty. A fab in-between ring, however, might actually be able to please both camps. And these colorful ones from Monica Vinader are all-around classics.

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Monica Vinader Power Cocktail Ring, $, available at Nordstrom

The Extra Large Alpaca Scarf

Oversize items exude that cuddly, cozy vibe. That includes this super-long alpaca-wool scarf.

Shop Acne Studios at SSENSE

Acne Studios Beige & Red Alpaca Check Scarf, $, available at SSENSE

The Fashion Person’s Travel Essential

Those who feel naked without their jewelry know that keeping their collection tangle-free while traveling is its own unique stressor. Luckily, Mejuri’s jewelry case keeps everything organized and easy to find.

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Mejuri Travel Case, $, available at Mejuri

The Holiday Pajama Boxers

Aerie has unveiled a gift collection of super-soft sleepwear in joyful plaid prints that’ll put you in the festive spirit day or night.

Aerie Flannel High Waisted Skater Pajama Boxer, $, available at AE

The Vintage Jacket

The best part about scoring a new piece of clothing that has that worn-in vintage touch? It’s a timeless item that you’ll consistently find yourself drawn to despite all the new outerwear trends.

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Free People Moxy Trapeze Vegan Jacket, $, available at Free People

The Not Your Dad’s Sweater Vest

It’s the sweater vest that’ll have your dad asking where’s his. Luckily, there’s a men’s version for him too.

Alex Mill Fair Isle Pullover Sweater Vest, $, available at Alex Mill

The Bougie Cashmere Cardigan

We love a cozy cardigan, but imagine a luxe version in lightweight, super-soft knit cashmere. Jenni Kayne offers a slouchy version in 10 additional colors in sizes XXS to 3X.

Jenni Kayne Cashmere Cocoon Cardigan, $, available at Jenni Kayne

2022’s Most Popular Perfume

When it comes to doing “its one job,” fragrance brand Phlur nails it. The brand’s Missing Person fragrance is one of their best-selling items that is worth to invest in.

Phlur Missing Person Eau de Parfum, $, available at Sephora

The Meaningful Coffee Table Book

Pay homage to the late Virgil Abloh with the first book written about the designer after his passing. It explores his spectacular journey as the men’s creative director at Louis Vuitton. Plus, the cover makes it a stylish coffee table book.

Assouline Louis Vuitton: Virgil Abloh, $, available at Saks Fifth Avenue

H&M Sequined Skirt, $, available at H&M

The Classic Camel Coat

Never underestimate the style power that a tailored beige wool coat can bring.

Greylin Bryce Brushed Oversized Coat, $, available at Anthropologie

The Exquisite Perfume Sampler

Phlur Discovery Sampler Set, $, available at Sephora

The Everyday Vintage-Inspired Jean

While Madewell offers the next must-have silhouettes the brand is most known for its collection of vintage bottoms. If you have a pair of jeans you’ve worn for ages replace them with an everyday pair of Madewell’s classic bottoms.

Madewell The Perfect Vintage Jean in Ainsworth Wash, $, available at Madewell

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