I'm a Fashion Editor, and These Are the 33 Gift Ideas I'm Obsessing Over
I can hardly believe it, but the gift-giving season is already upon us. If you’re stumped for which gifts to give this season, I’ve rounded up some personal favorites that I’ve been obsessing over recently. From fashion finds I can’t stop thinking about that have landed on my current wish list to some of my favorite beauty finds of the year, I’m highlighting my favorites in the gift guide here. From a ‘90s-inspired nylon Prada logo bag to house shoes to the $12 Amazon find I’ve been wearing on repeat, it’s a mix of pieces I’m eyeing and ones I have been telling everyone about.
I’ve organized them by price, so there’s something to find no matter what your budget is. Scroll to the end to see my top under-$50 finds. You just might find something to order for someone on your gift-giving list, or maybe even an item for yourself.
Under $1000
Under $500
To wear with anything from an '80s-inspired dress to a button-down top.
Under $200
Under $100
Under $50
Everyone needs a cute knit short set.
Shop the matching Knitted Shorts ($40)
Next, shop 25 cool fashion finds I'm obsessing over right now.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing where she oversees luxury, runway content, and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany Co., and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.
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