Holiday Gift Guide: For the Guys

I don't know about you guys, but my holiday shopping is in full force. With only two and a half weeks left until Christmas, I'm trying to finish up my list, while also avoiding any trips to the mall.

Holiday season plus the mall equals my worst nightmare.

So for my gift guide for the gentlemen in your life, I've focused on items you can buy without stepping foot inside a mall (or even leaving your couch if you're a real homebody like myself).

Cheers for free shipping!

1. Tequila Shooters: For the entertainer.
2. MLB Washer Toss: For the sports fan.
3. Camp Blanket: For the outdoorsman.
4. Foodie Dice: For the chef.
5. Travel Book: For the traveler (bonus points if you throw in a plane ticket).
6. Power Charger: For the tech addict.
7. Grooming Kit: For the well groomed.
8. Espresso Maker: For the caffeine addict.

Holiday Gift Guide: The Hostess

Holiday season is upon us.

Which means it’s time for caroling, merriment, and - my favorite - holiday parties! And because it’s rude to show up empty handed, I’ve gathered a list of some of my favorite hostess gifts to get you from now until the new year.

'Tis the season!

1. Shinola Key Fob: This leather and brass key ring is great for someone who likes everything - even her keys - to look good. Plus it’s made in Detroit, so you know I’m a fan.
2. Bath Salts: This is the perfect gift for the hostess to enjoy after the party is over. More than likely she’s worked her butt off to perfect her event and deserves a little relaxation.
3. Coasters: Colorful coasters are fun and festive, plus they help keep her coffee table free of spills and wine rings.
4. Stationary: Holidays are all about making lists (and checking them twice). End up on the nice list by gifting a personalized stationary set or notepad.
5. Coffee Table Book: I love a good coffee table book. Dinner Parties is perfect for the woman who loves to host, well, dinner parties.
6. Succulent: Sub flowers for a succulent in a beautiful pot. They last longer than fresh flowers, plus the receiver doesn’t have to search to find a vase and worry about cutting the stems and arranging the bouquet.
7. Bottle Opener: Gone are the days of boring bottle openers. This geometric version will look like a piece of art displayed on a bar car.
8. Monogrammed Stemless Champagne Flutes: Add a bottle of bubbly and you have a great his and hers gift for a hosting couple.

Best of Etsy: Spring Edition

I love Etsy. It's like an online treasure hunt of goodies.

Need a gift? Something for the house? A new pair of earrings? Etsy is always there to save the day (or night), 24/7.

And best of all? I don't have to leave my couch. Or even get dressed. It's basically the online haven for the lazy flea market lovers of the world (me).

So sit back, relax (don't bother changing out of your sweats), and check out my fav items I'm coveting this spring.

1. Bohemian Camera Strap: I'm a fashion blogger. My camera is constantly with me. It obviously needs to look fashionable.

2. Stripes Bow Tie Dog Collar: I like to dress my dog up. Not in silly outfits (well, not usually in silly outfits). My dog is classy and this striped bow tie is perfect for classy warm weather events. Preferably on a boat. 

3. Mid Century Modern Wall Sconce: To say I'm obsessed with this wall sconce is an understatement. I didn't even know I needed wall sconces until I saw this one. Now the wall above my bed seems so bare...

4. Ombre iPhone Case: iPhones are a blogger's most important accessory. Of course we need multiple cases depending on our outfit. Right??

5. Gold Twig Ring: Earthy and simple. This ring is the perfect wear-with-anything accessory.

6. Leather Bike Growler Cozy: All I want to do is ride my bike all over the city and have picnics. How else can I transport my microbrew?

7. Yellow Hammock Chair: Can I please spend the afternoon daydreaming and getting lost in a novel in this hammock chair? Keep it on the porch in the summer and move it inside during the winter months.

8. Canvas Messenger Bag: I'm not in school anymore, but that doesn't mean I don't need a messenger bag for those days when I have to haul my laptop and books to a coffee shop. I particularly love the Moroccan details on this one.