Elements of Style

Gift Guides 2023: Investment Gifts

Here are some of my picks for investment gifts – from pretty damn expensive to on sale and a decent price! Not all items are clickable so look for links below in my notes:

This Tory Burch bag looks SO expensive and has a crossbody strap as well as being both black and beige so it goes with literally anything. One of the girls in my office has the smaller version and LOVES it.
Prada heels are actually comfy and there is nothing I wear more than a good animal print ponyhair shoe!
I bought this clutch and use it NON STOP for going out. Fits your phone, some cards and lipgloss and even your keys.
I LOVE LOVE LOVE my Peloton Tread. I use in 3x a week and do runs, hikes (my fave), strength classes and stretching. Best treadmill ever.
Pieces from my M. Flynn collab – my Athena bracelet I wear every day, as well as my green tourmaline and diamond band and most often, my best-selling Heirloom studs. I designed these specifically to be everyday luxury pieces you never take off.
Fancy wine glasses – you can buy a couple at time for special occasions until you have a whole set. It’s so nice to have real crystal that isn’t dated looking to entertain with.
I am straight up obsession with my La Cornue induction range. Like, I was worried it would be hard to use, and it is the easiest oven and range ever. Everything cooks so evenly and quickly- BEST DECISION (you’ll see again on my best buys of 2023).
Nice dishware – another thing you can tell people to get you when you want to invest in special pieces for entertaining. These are stunning.
Veronica Beard blazer – I have one as old as 9 years I still wear! Expensive but WELL worth the money. Buy once, buy well.
I have this wallet (it’s indestructible- has lasted 5 years and counting), but I love the horsebit detail on this Gucci one too!
Art – buying original art is a GREAT gift that will last a lifetime! This piece is from Design Supply.
Golden Goose sneakers – I was a naysayer for YEARS! I thought these were ridiculous (and they are) but I do wear mine constantly. I am loving this pair with the leopard star!
A great statement vase – I’ve been eyeing this one for a year. I want to buy it for when we photograph my house.
Real leather pants – there are a lot of good fauxs out there, but NOTHING replaces my beloved leather leggings. Cost per wear is SO low. And these fit amazing and are on sale!
A great lamp – I’ve had this Bunny Williams lamp in two homes, several different rooms and will never part with it. It’s SO good and adds that unexpected modern flair to a traditional space. We use it a lot in our work.
I wear gold coin style necklaces a lot – and I’d love to invest in a Foundrae piece (round // heart) with my kids initials on it. This one is an easier price point.
La Ligne striped sweater – well made, perfect cut. A classic.
Free weights – nothing has changed my body composition more than weight training.
This faux leather jacket is one of my most worn items every winter and it’s on sale now!