It’s such a pleasure to be back! You may remember me from a few weeks back in Sapna’s “Blog We Love†series, and I am here to share a list of my favorite things to give (and receive) this holiday season.
When it comes to gift giving, I am a big believer in gifts that people would normally not buy for themselves. The holidays are a time for something special, something different and divine – lovely and luxe in all ways. Here the top 5 items on my list this year:
1. Rebecca Minkoff Pouch: One of my favorite new designers, Rebecca Minkoff is always the perfect mixture between wit and whimsy. I’m obsessed with pouches this year as a replacement for wallets – they are lighter, have a greater carrying capacity and double as a cute clutch for the evening. This one in particular just begs you to lay back, relax and enjoy a hot toddy.
Photo Credit: Rebecca Minkoff
2.  J Crew Pave Bracelet: This blinging bracelet has been on my list for a while. It’s classic, chic and goes with absolutely everything. Layer it with a chunky menswear watch, and you are ready for the holidays. Full disclosure here – I may have bought this on Black Friday!
Photo Credit: J. Crew
3. West Ave Monogram Necklace – I am obsessed with monograms right now – rings, necklaces, bracelets, the works. This timeless piece comes in both gold and silver – a great gift for friends who are newly married with new initials.
4. Tory Burch iPad Case – Let me preface this one by saying that an iPad itself is a great holiday gift. But, for your already tech-savvy friends, this iPad case is made in gorgeous sleek leather in the most fabulous color. For your more adventurous friends, it also comes in leopard print.
Photo Credit: MaxandChloe & Tory Burch
5. Giuseppe Zanotti Wedges – I am having a real wedge moment right now – they are more comfortable than stilettos and give you sexy long legs! These have such a sexy shape and bold color – add a simple LBD or LWD (little white dress) and you are party-prepared.
6. Celine Tote – Drumroll Please! The ultimate luxury gift of the season. To say I have been lusting after this bag for a while would be an understatement. The luxe leather, strong structure and trendy tint are just…perfect.
Photo Credit: Shopbop.com & BlueFly.com
I’m not sure about you, but I am looking forward to a holiday season filled with smiles, special moments, snow and – of course – tons of sparkle. Be sure to visit my blog In Pursuit of Style for more of my winter looks and loves. Cheers to 2012!
— SONIA GUPTA, IN PURSUIT OF STYLE
