Gift ideas (Page 2)

Our gift ideas for tots to teens features a curated selection of toys, books, tech items, DIY products, and more! Everything on our list will keep even the hardest to please entertained for hours. With a variety of price points, you can be sure to find the quintessential gift for all the young ones on your list.   1. Classic Metal Ride-On Pedal Car | Baghera | $239.99 2. Astronaut Ice Cream Sandwich | Paper Source | $5.95 3. Toy Table-Top Drum Set Mat | FAO Schwarz | $49.99 4. Tourmaline Cruiser Bluetooth Record Player | Crosley | $69 5. Crystal Fragrance Kit | Paper SourceRead More →

Shopping for the guy in your life can be challenging. But rest assured, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re looking for ideas for your boyfriend, brother, finance, father or best guy friend, our list has a ton of options. From travel and tech, to essentials like basic tees and toiletries, here are 20 items that won’t disappoint. 1. Tartan Reusable Travel Mug | Barbour | $17 2. Sunday Cologne | Byredo | $260 3. Pizza Passion Collection | Villeroy & Boch | $35 – $65 4. Skull-Motif Leather Passport Case | Connor | $98 $83 5. Wireless Headphones | Solo 3 | $300 6. UKegRead More →

These budget friendly gift ideas are all under $25. They’re ideal for when you’re shopping for stocking stuffers or looking for a small secret Santa gift and you’re not sure what to get. 1. Travel Straw Set | Paper Source | $8.95 2. Mini Waffle Maker | Dash | $18 $14 3. Hidden Crystal Candle | Uncommon Goods | $22 4. Nostalgic Christmas Tree Ornament | Mr. Christmas | $20 5. Rainbow Pavé Moon Ring | $24 $16.99 + Earrings | $18 (Madewell) 6. Hot California Notebook | $43 $22 + Beach Pencils $21 (Fine & Candy) 7. Bodum Coffee Press | Madewell | $15Read More →

Over the years I’ve accumulated a lot of items from traveling. As soon as I stepped off the plane, my mind would go into “souvenir shopping mode,” even if that meant buying pointless items that later ended up in the trash. I began revising my strategy and considered what I wanted to purchase (for myself, and for my friends and family) beforehand so I had an idea of what to look for. Then I narrowed it down to specific categories and came up with a list of things that people actually like to receive. Now, when I’m souvenir shopping, I’m not blowing my money onRead More →

Our list of extravagant designer gifts for her was curated with luxury in mind. It’s for the amazing woman in your life who has expensive taste and deserves only the best. 1. New York by New York | Assouline | $250 2. Silver Glitter Arrow 2.0 Sneakers | Off-White | $705 $515 3. Ski Bunny Sweater | Frame | $295 4. Printed Star Gloves | Autumn Cashmere | $120 5. Champagne Selection Hamper | Charbonnel Et Walker | $161.50 6. Flash Earrings | Isabel Marant | $315 $205 7. Spiked Iridescent Glittered Bucket Bag | Christian Louboutin | $1,690 8. Glitter Stripe Sunglasses | GucciRead More →

A Girl in LA’s first holiday gift guide is here! All things beauty features a vast selection of makeup, skincare, and haircare favorites—from limited edition kits, to our go-to brands, all in a variety of price points. Throughout the holiday season we’ll be posting themed gift guides for everyone on your list, so bookmark this page to stay in the loop! 1. Norvina Pro Pigment Palette Vol. 2 | Anastasia Beverly Hills | $60 2. The Cosmetics Case | $58 + The Mesh Pouch Trio | $24 (Béis) 3. Studio 54 Audacious Lipstick | Nars | $34 4. Mini Mani Month Advent Calendar | CiatéRead More →

Wedding season is in full swing and picking out the ideal gift for the bride and groom can at times be challenging. Maybe they didn’t create a registry so you’re not certain what to get them, or you waited until the last minute and now there’s nothing left on it choose from. Then there’s issues like finding a gift in your price range (what should you spend anyways?). Here are all your answers to wedding gift etiquette along with 40 suggestions that couples will love (and they won’t get returned).  I like to follow a guideline based on the relationship (not the cost per plate),Read More →

Whether you’re shopping for your mom who wants a luxurious facial serum, a friend who loves nail polish, or your girlfriend who asked for a new blush palette—it’s all here! Our beauty gift guide is broken down into three categories: $25 and under, $50 and under, and $75 and up. We’ve also included some of our favorite limited edition holiday items from our favorite beauty brands! 1. Sunset Pink + Rose Gold Glitter Set | Skinnydip | $25 2. Avocado Sheet Face Mask | Oh K! | $3.99 3. Shiny Pretty Things Fix + Party Three-Piece Set | MAC | $12 4. Parental Advisory Pandemonium EyeshadowRead More →

The holidays are right around the corner but purchasing the perfect presents can be stressful and time consuming. No need to worry though, our Holiday 2018 Gift Guide features curated gifts with a variety of price points for everyone on your list (even those that are hard to shop for). Each week we will be posting our themed gift guides to give you suggestions on what to get your friends, family, girlfriend, or boyfriend this season! <3 A Girl in LARead More →

My Thanksgiving usually consists of my boyfriend and I going out to dinner or ordering a ton of takeout and binge-watching Holiday movies. But since we’re not able to make it back to our home states like a lot of our friends, we’ll host a brunch the following weekend. It’s the ideal way to celebrate the start of the holiday season. Here is my Friendsgiving guide with tips, tricks, and party planning ideas on how to throw a memorable gathering. Set the Date and Time Ask your guests beforehand when it is the most convenient time to have your gathering. The best options would beRead More →