I know a thing or two about finding fashionable items that make perfect holiday gifts, and classic, cold-weather staples that my friends and family will wear often are a recipe for success. This includes everything from cozy turtleneck sweaters and bouclé overcoats to chunky gold stud earrings and leather loafers. And the secret to securing all these must-have items in one easy swoop is to use Madewell's online gift guide. After browsing through a slew of stylish clothing and accessories, I picked 16 items that not only make top-tier presents but that I'll also add to my own wardrobe without hesitation. (Pro tip: Some of these styles are eligible for Madewell's 30% off Black Friday offer through November 15.) Take a look at my favorites below.
-
No Surprise Here—8 Madewell New Arrivals So Chic They Look Straight Out of a Fashion Person's ClosetYes to them all.
-
I Hated Trying On Jeans Until I Went to Madewell—5 Chic Pairs That Changed My MindDenim lovers to the front.
-
Not Jeans, Not Sweaters: 7 Nonbasic Winter Items You Probably Don't Own But ShouldNow's your chance.
-
I Need a Capsule-Wardrobe Refresh—5 Staples I'm Buying to Feel More Elevated in the New YearLess is more.
-
Excuse Me While I Plan My Entire Personality Around These 2026 Wardrobe StaplesI can't believe number three is cool again.
-
These 7 Items Completely Transformed My Closet in 2025, and I'll Continue Wearing Them Throughout 2026Seriously, I wear these on repeat.
-
15 Basics Every Stylish Woman Knows to Update at the Beginning of the YearHere’s your checklist.
-
2 Low-Effort Winter Outfits I Sourced From H&M, Gap, and MadewellEasy does it.
