Confession: I don’t enjoy gifting, picking gifts, etc., and hubby and I aren’t big on giving gifts to each other… Prior to getting married, I had been on my own and fully independent, financially and otherwise so I never waited for anyone to give me gifts — I just went on to buy them myself, and that included flowers. Marriage hasn’t changed that about me; at the end of the day, I know what I like best, as even the tiniest details matter more often than not, which are things that others might overlook… For that reason, I stopped asking for gifts and even instructed our families to not buy us any.

Of course, we still get and give little attentions, as needed or as the occasion calls for, and we absolutely enjoy shopping for toys/gifts specifically for Toys For Tots, Salvation Army, etc. (it’s our annual holiday tradition), but the above is the ultimate truth…

While the holiday season sure is a happy one, the gift shopping… not so much. I suspect there are others like us, which is why the gift guides are so popular. Scroll below for stocking stuffer ideas, as well as sales to gift-shop.

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J.Crew: 50% off your purchase with code SHOPEARLY.

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H&M: up to 70% off online and in-store.

Biossance: 30% off sitewide + more deals.

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Anthropologie: Extra 40% off sale items + more deals.

Banana Republic: 30% off full price with code BRDAY30.

Nordstrom: Limited-time deals.

Mango: Up to 50% off.

Old Navy: lots of deals happening now.

Amazon: Early Black Friday Deals.

Target: Black Friday Deals.

Personalized gifts are always a nice touch, and there are so many options. Some specific ideas:

• Personalized coasters — they’re sure to love them.

• Personalized magnets. I have ordered several over the years and was always happy with the results.

• Personalized notepads — can’t go wrong with them.

Little luxuries:

• scented candle.

• this crowd-favorite candle.

• cashmere-lined suede gloves (use code SHOPEARLY for 50% off!).

• cashmere touch-screen gloves (use code SHOPEARLY for 50% off!).

Fashion jewelry, specifically,

• pearl hoop earrings — I have these and they are so nice! Perfect size and weight and I’ve even received compliments on them!

• pearl earrings. Pearls will never get out of style.

• gem stud earrings — every girl/woman needs some!

• pearl bow stud earrings — they’re adorable and perfect for those that love feminine details.

• jewelry case that’s perfect for travel.

Cozy slippers, like

• these embroidered velvet slippers

• these stars and moon ones

• these suede faux-shearling slippers

• fuzzy socks

• cozy slouch socks

• these buffalo plaid cabin socks with pom poms

Accessories like:

• this small silk scarf

• this 100% mulberry silk scarf

• this retro baroque thin headband

• this jeweled headband.

• this braided wire headband in antique gold.

• this textured beaded bow.

• this claw hair clip set.

Beauty favorites like

• this argan hair oil that I swear by (read why here).

• this argan oil repairing deep conditioner that is a best-seller.

• this damage healing treatment masque I also swear by.

• this lip mask with a cult-like following.

• this lip mask I have and love.

• this shea butter hand cream.

• this protectant hand cream.

• this fancy set of hand creams.

• this lip cream.

• Chanel LES BEIGES water-fresh tint if you want to spoil them.

• this Balmy Tint hydrating lip balm.

Happy gift-shopping!😉