All I Want for Christmas…Is Simplicity

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When it comes to receiving gifts, I keep in line with Rachel Green from Friends in that I require my family to “stick to the list”. Long gone are the days of extensive 40-piece lists and over-the-top, ridiculous asks from dear old Saint Nick. While I ask for much less these days, if adulthood has taught me anything it would be that I don’t need much and a few high-quality pieces will last a lifetime. Below, see what I included on my letter to the North Pole this year.

1. Barefoot Dreams Robe, in Slate Blue

Keeping warm around my apartment in the New York winter is a must. I tend to use a long and cozy robe like this one from Barefoot Dreams in lieu of a sweater to beat the incessant cold. I used to have a white robe, but am opting for a darker color this year after learning my lesson with food & drink spillage galore in past winters.

2. Slip Silk Pillowcase, in Navy

A silk pillowcase should be at the top of everyones list - it helps with wrinkle prevention, smoother hair, retaining moisture in skin & hair, etc. - but alas, my cheap laundry machine does not agree with it. My old silk pillowcase has rips & stains from weekly washes - again another lesson learned, hand-washing is required when it comes to silk. So, to start anew this coming year, I have asked for a Slip pillowcase (the creme de la creme of silk sleep paraphernalia, in my opinion).

3. Reformation Cowboy High Rise Straight Long Jeans

My wardrobe has been missing a pair of dark wash straight-leg denim jeans. Insert here: the perfect pair à la Reformation. Known for their classic silhouettes and clean lines, I look forward to trekking through the city in the cold days ahead with a little extra wiggle room for layering in these perfect pants.

4. Trish McEvoy 100 Eau de Parfum, 20 oz

This is my go-to scent when going out for drinks or to a nice dinner. One spritz of this and your aroma will lure anyone in each room you enter. I prefer to ask for the travel size so I can throw it in to my purse in case I need to re-up while out and about.

5. Long White Pearl Chain Earrings on ETSY by shehawaii

Each year I always ask for a piece of jewelry. I have for a long time had an affinity for statement earrings and pearls, so when I found these handmade tiered drop earrings on Etsy I knew they were the perfect number to request.

6. The Cozy Crew Cozy Cloudy Tights, in Black

Never have I ever been so amazed I hadn’t discovered a product sooner than I have these fleece-lined tights. Long gone are my days of suffering the winter cold in almost-bare legs. I am very much looking forward to using these to put all of my dresses and skirts to good use despite inclement weather.

7. SmartWool Everyday Cable Crew Socks, in Navy & Grey

Each year I ask for a few pairs of SmartWool socks to keep my toes warm throughout the year. This year I went with the classic cable-knit crew socks in neutral colors. These may seem such a simple and basic thing to have on my list, but are usually the gift I get the most use out of.

8. Eberjey Softest Sweats Plush TENCEL™ Set, in Mulberry

With notoriously soft fabrics, Eberjey is my go-to when looking for new sleep and lounge sets. I recently came to the realization that all of my loungewear is either black, white, or grey and my 2023 resolution is to wear more color, so this Eberjey set fit the bill perfectly.

9. PAJAR Helicon Women's Boot with Ice Grippers, in Black

My big-ticket ask this year is these puffer snow boots from Pajar. I adore the rugged look of the laces, while still maintaining the practicality of warmth - and the reversible ice grippers on the soles are an added bonus for harsh icy conditions. I will be whipping these out on my New Years ski trip, as well as the inevitable NYC snowstorm we endure each winter.