Holiday Gift Guide 2022

December 11, 2022

The holiday season is here! I feel like it came a bit too early and I’m embracing the Netflix movies and spiked vegan eggnog. Also it’s a wonderful time for us to slow down, reflect, manifest and spend time with loved ones.

Christmas will be very low key this year and I’m spending a week with my dad in Sedona to begin 2023. That doesn’t mean gifting is on top of mind. I’ve curated a unique and fashion forward gift guide to shop for beauty addicts, her, him, foodies and fitness/wellness lovers. The best part there is someone for everyone on your list and will make them feel extra special. Also, They won’t break the bank. Enjoy and let me know what you’re loving below!

Gifts for Beauty Lovers

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Melissa Chataigne’s Curated Beauty Gifts

(1) Free Agent (Save with code Melissa 20) If you suffer from hyperpigmention and large pores this mask, which I use weekly removes those tiny bumps and leaves my skin smooth! It’s better than the Kate Sommerville mask!

(2) Laneige Sleep Mask  Give your lips the love it deserves with this heavenly masks that will make your lips soft and smooth. I use it before bed.

(3) Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum  One of the most famous and pricey perfumes, but it smells like heaven. Make for the the elegant woman making a statement.

(4) Jouer Lip Kit  It is always part of my getting ready routine. It makes your lips primed and ready for lipstick. A must!

(5) Kosas Beauty Ready In 5 Set If you often are doing your make up in the car, like me then this kit is a handy. The colors are universally flattering and clean. 

(6) Herbal Face Food Serum  (20% off with this link and code MelissaC) – If you really want your skin to improve, try my favorite discovery of 2022! This serum removes dark spots, acne and all to leave me with smooth skin. Also, you’ll receive 20% off when you shop with this link!

(7) Pillowtalk Beautifying Lip Kit – I don’t know anyone who isn’t obsessed with this lip kit as it works for all skin types. It’s one of the most popular lipsticks in the world.

(8) Morning Ritual Gift Set – I have been a supporter of Common Heir from day one and use the retinol and vitamin C daily. This kit comes with an elegant Gua Sha to tone your face and helps your products absorb.

(9)Silked Sleep Mask Set (Save 20% with code MelissaC20) – This brand has changed my life! I love their masks and pillow cases to my protect my skin and hair.

(10) Summer Fridays Mask Trio – Every one will love this gorgeous mask set with a staple for for me when I travel.

(11)The Glazey– Sure it’s a big snuggie, but its silk and the most luxe and cozy thing to put on in the winter.

(12) Dyson Airwrap– The best hair dryer and styler investment one could buy and it works for all hair types. It’s my swear-by for my natural hair too!

Gifts for Wellness & Fitness Lovers

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Melissa’s wellness and fitness curated gift list
  1. Customized Criss Cross Blanket  – Adds a fun geometric accent to any space and allows for the customization for up to 9 letters of your choosing
  2. (2) We Are Knitters & Crocheters DIY Kit  – Don’t buy the sweater, but give a creative DIY project for crochet and knitters alike.

(3)Wellness Tea Sampler Pack– Art of tea has the best tea in world sold at every luxury hotel and restaurant. Give the gift of comfort for an discreening palette.

(4) Bala Bands On-The-Go Gift Set– Includes chic weights for easy travel with1x 1LB Bangles, 1x 3LB Bars, 1x Don’t Sweat It Mini Tote

(5)The Ultimate Guide To Astrological Compatibility

(6)Infrared PEMF Go-Mat– Suitable for people with minor muscle pain, minor joint pain, muscle spasms, exercise induced muscle tightness, and stress.

(7)Lumen Metabolism & Fitness Tracker– Everything you need to track you food, wellness and metabolism

(8) Voda Facial Steamer– Deep clean and detox with our Voda Facial Steamer, the easy at-home solution to purify and open your pores.

(9)Nicewell Food Scale– This perfect item to help you be more conscious of food proportions. Nicewell Food Scale Digital Weight Grams and oz, 22lb Kitchen Scale for Cooking Baking, 1g/0.1oz Precise Graduation, Sleek Tempered Glass Platform

(10)Bamboo Bathtub Tray Caddy– Take your bath game up a notch. Expandable Wooden Bath Tray – Adjustable Tray for Tub – Luxury Bath Caddy Tub Table

(11)Equipt Uwrap Gift Set– The ultimate in stylish home gym equipment. It’s like art for your home!

Gifts for Her

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Melissa Chataigne’s curated gifts for her

 (1) Oui Carole Arabesque Incense Holder  – A handmade incense holder from my lifestyle brand, Oui Carole.

(2) Marley & Jane Astrology Necklaces  – Celebrate you individually with a gorgeous custom constellation necklace and supports an awesome small business too!

(3) Miu Glimpse sunglasses – These rectangular acetate sunglasses with a bold design interpret rebellious femininity

(4) Ugg Tazz Slipper – The must have shoe of the season with a platform suede slipper with Tasman braid

(5) Estelle Colored Glass Champagne Flute – The most gorgeous champagne flutes on the planet and comes in several colors

(6) Cise Vegan Leather Duffel Bag– A piece for the brave and bold. True luxury made with 100% vegan leather

(7) Faux Fur Weighted Blanket  – Shaggy Faux Fur Weighted Blanket 15lbs, Super Soft Plush Fleece and Cozy Sherpa Reverse, Decorative Long Fur Throw Blankets 48″x72″ Cream

(8) L’écharpe Jacquemus Large Fringe Scarf – A logo scarf from the fashion house Jacquemus shows your fashion flare.

(9) Alexander McQueen Leather Sneaker  – An essential for any fashion girl looking to add a bit of street style

(10) Reversible The Chataigne Dress– Chataignes Dress, a versatile, reversible, sustainable closet staple in collaboration with Twobirds New York, intended to help women focus on style and sustainability and show up in the world and be seen!

Gifts for Him

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Melissa Chataigne’s curated gifts for him

 (1)  Boy Smells Kush, Cameo + Les Bundle – The most popular cult brand of candles has 3 a piece fleuriffic scented candle set

(2) 13-Piece Cocktail Shaker Set  – Elevate his bar game with this 13-Piece Cobbler Cocktail Shaker Set Stainless Steel Mixology Bartender Kit With Stand For Home Bar Cocktail Set

(3) 3 in 1 Charging Station – I own this phone set up in my office. Self Adjusting Charging Dock for iWatch 8 7 6 SE 5 4 3 2 1, Built-in Charger Stand for iPhone Series AirPods Pro 3 2 1

(4)  Ultra Power Juicer  – Easy Clean Extractor Press Centrifugal Juicing Machine

(5) Nori Compact Iron & Steamer – Now your man can have perfectly steamed shirts and trousers on the go!

(6) D&G Chelsea Boots  – Calfskin chelsea boots with a slip-on style, almond toe, side zipper closure on interior panel.

(7) OffWhite Arrow Backpack – Get him this chic designer backpack from the house of Virgil Abloh

(8) Winter Gommino Ankle Boots – Leather lace up ankle boot

(9) Shiatsu Back Neck Massager – Electric Shoulder Massager, Kneading Massage Pillow for Neck, Back, Shoulder, Muscle Pain Relief

(10) Monogram Backgammon Set– The set is made from lightweight Schima wood, in briefcase style, with two clasps and a wooden handle. The classic backgammon gameboard is inside, and the set includes 15 light and 15 dark checkers, 2 light and 2 dark dice, a doubling cube, and 2 dice cups

Gifts for the Foodies

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(1) Modern Picnic Lunch Bag Modern Picnic Lunchbox Bag – Take your lunch with your in a chic box that looks like a purse!

(2) Indoor Table Smores Kit  – Indoor smores kit for everyone is pretty fun!

(3) Gregory Courdet’s health cooking book  – A wonderful gift from Top Chef and James Beard Winner who also happens to be family.

(4) Instant Pasta Maker  – Fresh Homemade Pasta Fast: In less than 30 minutes you can sit down to a plate of fresh, homemade pasta using this electric pasta machine.

(5)The Pasta Queen Cookbook – The queen of everything Italian shines with easy to make recipes for pasta makers and more!

(6) The Only Pan from Our Place – My go-to for everyday cooking.

(7) Flamingo Estates Picnic Kit – Whether hosting a party and needing charcuterie board essentials or snacking by a babbling brook, this set of ethically-grown garden picks will elevate any adventure. Featuring Pink Moon Rosé, Oak Smoked Sea Salt Chocolate, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, a Mini Salsa Macha & a Mini Wildflower Honey.

(8) Le Crouset Pot– The Classic Round Wide Oven is crafted from our legendary enameled cast iron for superior results every time – a versatile tool for braising, roasting, baking or frying that easily goes from stove to oven to table. T

Which gifts are your favorite on this list? I would love to hear from you!

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