The Gift Issue
Right in time for the aesthetes in your life.
Ding dong! The countdown is on—just 10 days until Christmas, and the last-minute gift hunt is officially on. For those still searching, I’ve put together a chic curation of gifts perfect for the aesthetes in your life. Some fresh finds, some timeless classics, saved and ready to inspire your gift search.
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ASeriesof
A brand I recently discovered thanks to Moya, who I follow on YouTube. Her vlogs are pure meditation, and I get the same zen vibes when I look at ASeriesof’s visuals. Dreamy, elegant, and simple. I love understated products and branding that don’t shout for attention, yet carry so much emotion. Founded by her boyfriend, Alessio Segala, the incense comes in a beautiful brown box and is made in Japan. The brand’s essence is all about stepping away from the noise, taking a moment to unwind, refocus, or spark creativity. It’s the perfect gift for someone you love—and maybe a little self-care for yourself while you’re at it.
Kinfill
Next, we’re getting a little more active—and by that, I mean cleaning. Since my baby started solids, it feels like I’m constantly wiping something. Tables, floors, counters—multiple times a day, every single surface. It’s wild how much mess one tiny human can create! Anyway, Kinfill is my go-to brand. I’ve been working with them for years now and have thankfully been able to try almost all of their products, coming to the conclusion that I’m obsessed. The scents are next-level, turning cleaning into a luxurious experience. Their reusable bottles are so beautiful, you won’t want to hide them under the sink (scary place). And since they’ve introduced sleek new aluminum bottles, their pricing has gotten much more accessible. Plus, the packaging is so pretty, it’s basically a gift in itself. Trust me, your home (and your body) will thank you.
Agustina Bottoni
Now, for something a little more glamorous: Agustina Bottoni. She designs high-quality, art-deco-inspired glassware that’s both elegant and timeless. The Calici Milanesi glassware trio—cocktail glass, champagne coupe, and wine glass—is a tribute to Milan’s golden era of design and architecture. The geometric shapes create stunning compositions, making them perfect for special occasions—or for elevating your everyday aperitivo. Because every workday deserves a proper “Cin cin!”
Ann Vincent
Another sculptural favorite is the XL Pillar Candle by Ann Vincent. Ann began making candles as gifts for friends—a hobby that blossomed into the launch of her studio in 2020. Gifting a candle can often feel a bit cliché— it really has to be a great candle to work. The bold pieces from her collection are just that. So beautiful, in fact, you might hesitate to light them at all.
Studio Boleh & Rebecca Goddard
Studio Boleh, a favorite vintage shop in Vienna, just added a selection of home decor and tableware to their online shop. Meanwhile, Rebecca Goddard presented another stunning collection of vintage rarities earlier this month. I think unique vintage finds always make thoughtful and timeless gifts. Discover pieces crafted from stainless steel, glass, travertine, and more.
Officine Universelle Buly
I’m not usually one for personalized gifts—sometimes engraving a name feels like it “damages” the original product. But in this case? I’m all in. There’s something elegantly special about a comb from Officine Universelle Buly engraved with your name. It’s the kind of gift that’s both functional and personal, even a bit intimate, without being over-the-top.
Matcha Routine
From the beauty world, I’m really into Matcha Routine, a fresh brand that’s making a mark in the lifestyle space. Inspired by Korean beauty rituals and crafted with natural ingredients, their lineup—including balm, shampoo, and oil—is entirely vegan and even suitable for both humans and dogs. Of course what got my attention was the packaging—organic shapes in a gorgeous green hue that make each product look like a matcha-cupcake. Seriously, you might find yourself wondering whether to put it on your face or take a bite.
Atelier September
Finally, it wouldn’t be fair not to include at least one book, since, honestly, I always find a book to be the perfect gift. While this isn’t a literature club, my goal is to leave you aesthetically inspired, so I’d like to recommend one I received for my birthday this past summer: Atelier September. It celebrates the Copenhagen café by chef Frederik Bille Brahe, showcasing it as more than a dining spot—a blend of food, lifestyle, design, and aesthetics. The dishes range from a soft boiled egg, whipped butter and slice of rye bread, to seasonal little bites and drinks. Simple as that, approachable yet aspirational through colors, textures and compositions captured by Rasmus Weng Karlsen’s photography and turning everyday moments into art.
