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 fool-proof gifts 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 give (or receive) a few sartorial gems you haven’t considered yet. Ahead, find the 20 best gifts for fashion lovers.
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The New Year New Me Baguette Bag
Enjoy what remains of 2023 with a sequin embellished baguette bag. The glittery Coach purse wants to tag along to all the 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 Peek-A-Boo Layering Top
If your stressed-out friend needs to let loose a little, gift them a flirty sheer embroidered top that they can layer with. The top has a high neckline and thumbhole details and comes in a rainbow of enchanting colors.
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Intimately | Free People Lady Lux Layering Top, $, available at Free People
The Ultimate Holiday Dress
We all need a bit of sparkle in our lives. Add it to your giftee’s collection of holiday dresses with Abercrombie & Fitch’s sequin V-neck midi dress. The silhouette has long sleeves to stay warm, but a plunging neckline adds some sultriness.
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The Finish Line To A Flawless Après Ski Look
Top off your giftee’s festive winter looks with oversized faux-fur earmuffs. The luxurious piece features a bedazzling chain of hand-sewn jewels across a black satin headpiece, making it a fashionable statement piece for cold-weather ensembles.
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Hill House Home The Noor Earmuffs, $, available at Hill House Home
The Versatile Cashmere Wrap
Quince is known for its rich collection of affordable cashmere attire. One of the brand’s bestselling pieces is this elegant convertible wrap that can double as a scarf. Although it may look thin, Quince has noted that it’s three times as warm as wool.
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Quince Mongolian Cashmere Wrap, $, available at Quince
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 that any fashion-lover would swoon over. 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, treat your giftee to an elevated pajama set that they’ll adore. Eberjey also has released a holiday collection in festive colors and prints.
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Eberjey Inez Washable Silk Printed Long PJ Set, $, available at Eberjey
The Cozy Luxe Cashmere Beanie
Keep your loved one’s 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 a fashionable scarf to match.
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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 Viral Belt Bag
Everyone knows the Lululemon belt bag for its sleek nylon exterior. Now, the new edition is making a statement with its textured fleece for a cozy aesthetic. The belt bag has joined the trend of fuzzy purses and has returned to break the internet once more for its appearance and roominess.
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Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag 1L Fleece, $, available at Lululemon
The Sultry Sweater Dress
Winter gatherings are here, and 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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By Anthropologie Off-The-Shoulder Slim Sweater Midi Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
The Edgy, Sleeker City Boot
We know that pointed booties are nothing new. But, somehow, this classic black knee-high pair from Reformation manages to look more refined with its stiletto heel, and the edgy angled collar. The best part is that the shoe is part of Reformation’s extensive sale.
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Reformation Rosemary Knee Boot, $, available at Reformation
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 Elevated Wedding Guest Dress
It’s never too early to start prepping for the following season. Gear up for wedding season in the spring with a ruched one-shoulder Norma Kamali dress in celadon green. You can even take inspo from the model and add a bit of contrast by cinching your waist with a white or black belt. In the meantime, you can style it for luxurious holiday soirées or work events.
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Norma Kamali Diana Gown, $, available at Revolve
The Shamelessly Trendy Handbag
The fact that this handbag is called “Candy,” is a banana-yellow hue, and is part of Mansur Gavriel’s sale? We must have it. It’s an expensive bag, but whatever, it’s the holidays and our affiliate writer says it’s worth every penny. 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 our talented R29 fashion writer’s Little Book of Bottega Veneta and wait for its release, explore the in-depth story of the legendary fashion house of Dior. The pretty-in-pink hardcover makes a lovely coffee table to gift to any Dior fan or fashion enthusiast 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.
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East Urban Home Audrey Hepburn Window Shopping Canvas, $, available at Wayfair
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
Count us in for any oversized items that exude that cuddly, cozy vibe. That includes this super-long alpaca-wool scarf that always tops the chart every winter.
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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 monogrammable 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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