16 Gifts You’ll Want to Wrap for Your Loved Ones and Unwrap for Yourself

The only thing better than seeing someone’s face light up when they open a gift that you handpicked for them is buying that same gift for yourself. My friends and I have similar fashion taste, so when it’s time to shop for the holidays, my cart is full of duplicates. This year, I’m trying to cut back on the shopping, but Jenni Kayne is making it extremely difficult with all of the cute pieces popping up on the site. This brand has absolutely mastered the art of high-quality, luxe basics that are downright irresistible. (The home décor is just as dreamy as the clothing, by the way.) Take a look at the 16 items below and decide if you want to buy one for a loved one, yourself, or both. read more

Scalp Care & Protective Styles: What You Need To Know To Maintain Healthy Hair

Everyone’s scalp is different, and like skin, your scalp type comes down to genetics. But they all produce sebum and play an important function in hair growth. There are some key differences, though: “Sebum, which functions to moisturize and protect the scalp and hair typically has a harder time traveling down the hair shaft of those with textured hair,” explains Helen Reavey founder of Act+Acre, and a certified trichologist and celebrity hairstylist. “This often leads to dryness in both the scalp and hair, which needs to be supplemented with moisture-rich products.” read more

My Winter Style Mood Board Is Made Up of These Net-a-Porter Arrivals

Winter is on our doorstep, and the only thing keeping my spirits high is the opportunity to shop for more clothing. (No surprise there.) “New season, new wardrobe” is the motto I’ve adopted to give a positive spin to these 4 p.m. sunsets and freezing temps. I have to remember that there’s so much to look forward to: festive parties, time on the slopes, and escaping the cold to sit on the beach somewhere warm. In preparation, I browsed online to find every apparel item needed for these activities. From a chic ski set to the prettiest sarong I’ve ever seen, these Net-a-Porter items are actually getting me excited for the season ahead. read more

29 Gifts Your Best Friend Actually Wants

Are you wondering what gift to buy your bestie this Christmas? We can relate. How to find the perfect present for the person who you rant to over glasses of Sauv Blanc and who helps you organise your impulse purchases into keeps and throwaways? Choosing the best gift for your best friend is tricky because, while you’ll talk to them at length about anything under the sun, you don’t want to ruin the festive surprise by straight-up asking what they want for Christmas this year. You have to be able to read their mind (just like they read yours, obviously). Maybe your sister is your bestie? Or you and your housemate are thick as thieves? The stakes are just that tad higher. read more