A holiday gift guide for fashion, beauty and art lovers

While brainstorming with the editorial team for this year’s gift guide, Gut Shakira, Image Magazine Love columnist Holding court in the stars, he immediately responded “Luxury dental care for life.” And I’m with him. When thinking about what I wanted, the things that immediately came to mind were close to necessities: student loan forgiveness, a new personal laptop, therapy.

But this is a gift guide for you, our readers, and it’s written with fun—that means cheering, making noise, dancing until the lights come on—in mind. What would we want if basic needs didn’t matter? What if we didn’t have a care in the world? Permission to imagine may be the greatest gift of all.

Pre-order “Artists in Space” by Mr. Wash for $55

(Joe Jacob Rogge) (Joe Jacob Rogge)

I find it very interesting to see where artists work and how they live – and I can only assume that Mr. Wash has asked all the right questions during his studio visits around LA. store.artbywash.com – Alyssa Wouk Almino

Aptamento Magazine, “Happy Victims” by Kiyoichi Suzuki, $68

The book lists Tokyo’s toughest fashion collections among their most prized possessions. A piece for obsessive little fashion freaks everywhere. apartamentomagazine.com – Julissa James

Rimowa, Classic Cabin Carry-On, $1,600

When you travel twice a month for work, airport style isn’t optional; This is part of the job. rimowa.com – Kayla Marquez

Susanna Chow, Carrie shearling coat in burgundy, $995

I’ve always admired the timeless and hedonistic glamor of a fur coat, and every lover of 60s and 70s fashion needs a shag coat to accompany their nights in platform boots. susannachownyc.com – Katrina Portella

Herbs + Acupuncture, Basic Medicine Sessions, $265 for 1.5-hour new patient visit

(Jessica Channon Smith)

Practitioner Carolyn Barron is truly “a poet first and a doctor second,” and I leave every visit to her eco-temple feeling mystical and a little closer to myself. botanarchy.com – Claire Salinda

Plasticana, Recycled Hemp Garden Clogs, $68

Do I already have clogs from UGGs and Rothy’s? yes. Do my eyes light up with envy and joy every time I see someone at NELA wearing these artsy-cute yet garden-friendly clogs from Plasticana? Also, yes. gardenheir.com – Carla Marie Sanford

Issey Miyake, IM-101 Sunglasses, $560

The IM-101 reproduces the Issey model from 1985, when I couldn’t afford decent sunglasses (I was a kid). But now I have a second chance to turn heads with these futuristic, zig-zag frames. Honestly, it’s the only way I want to live. isseymiyake.com – Dave Schilling

Prada, Teddy Key Chain Charm, $925

I like to take a little friend with me. This addition to my everyday bag will make a nice little ripple in the sea of ​​libobs. prada.com – Goth Shakira

La Bonne Brosse, N.03 Soft Head Care Hairbrush in Saffron Yellow, $198

I take every opportunity to make my life more colorful and interesting – which this brush accomplishes while making my hair silky and silky. labonnebrosse.com – EWA

Lucky Star Candle, Staircase Candle, $70

While the independent LA brand Lucky Star candle creations are technically burnable, I prefer to display them around my home like beautiful wax sculptures whose sole purpose is to evoke the aesthetic pleasure within me. luckystarcandle.com – JJ

Row, N/S Park Tote in Black Suede, $1,490

(SSENSE)

This is my first piece from the line, and I will love it forever. Timeless, timeless and a reminder of the milestones I’ve worked so hard to reach. ssense.com – KM

Le Labo, Limited Edition 3x5ml Discovery Set, $70

With so many options to choose from as a fragrance lover, sample sets are a lifesaver. Enter New York-based cult favorite label Le Labo’s most affordable holiday set, complete with three of their best-selling fragrances. From the musky florals of Noor 13 and the tea-inspired offering of Western Desert Santal 33 to Thé Noir 29, my next signature scent awaits. lelabofragrances.com – KP

Chava Studio, Reversible Funnel Neck Shirt, $560

(Alexia Puga Ramirez Garrido)

After purchasing a few more “practical” shirts from Olivia Valanti’s Bespoke line, I finally visited her CDMX studio, I finally ordered the Funnel Neck Reversible Shirt. It has since become one of my must-sees with its versatile style and unexpected yet unmistakable silhouette. chavastudio.com – CS

DS & Durga, Cowgirl Grass Perfume, $210

My mom made my first big girl purchase in LA when I told her about buying this fragrance, but when I wear this perfume – and get lots of compliments along the way – I feel the opposite of regret. dsanddurga.com – KMS

Zana Bain, Leather Martini Key Chain, $60

To me, martinis are not just a drink. They are the gateway to a full evening of magic and the most important party accessory. I know it’s a love I share with LA designer Zana Bain, who presents a leather key chain in the elegant shape of a classic martini glass. zanabayne.com – DS

HigherDOSE, red light mask, $349

I use this mask every other night. In addition to toning and smoothing my skin, it improves my mood and helps me sleep. highdose.com – G.S

Louis Vuitton x Takashi Murakami, Capuchin Mini Tent, price upon request

I love thinking of the bag as a tentacle, and with this reimagining of Marakami’s Mr. DOB as an animated octopus, I’m ready to channel some Ursula energy. louisvuitton.com – EWA

Espinelli Cliccoln, Harlow emerald cut ring in silver, $5,100

Often imitated, never imitated, a spinel clavicle ring is both classic and subversive to be admired for decades to come. Made in LA, this piece of silver often appears in my dreams, begging: “Take me, take me…” spinellikillcollin.com – JJ

Maison Margiela, tbe broken mirror embroidery, price upon request

There are only 25 pairs in the world. They’re fun, subversive and unapologetic Margiela – everything I love in a shoe. maisonmargiela.com – KM

Chloe, Paddington Bag in Crotty Brown, $2,750

Sleek and adorned in padlock hardware, the Chloé Certified Girl Bag is my dream silhouette. I can imagine it filled with lipsticks, credit cards, love letters and to-do lists in true city girl fashion, one I can only hope to emulate. chloe.com – KP

7 to 8, Custom Surf Hooded Full Suit, $850

I can’t think of anything more luxurious than a fully fitted Yamamoto #40 limestone neoprene suit on a chilly morning. It will be (almost) worth the struggle to get in and out of the wetsuit on the side of PCH. 7til8.com – CS

Bottega Veneta, Parachute Bag in Dark Cargo, $5,400

There’s something about this deep purple-brown color that Bottega Veneta calls “Black Barlow” that just turns me on. Imagine me hanging it on a chair when I go out for a lazy smoke at one of LA’s natural wine bars. bottegaveneta.com – KMS

Saint Laurent, Sac de Jour Large Slim Bauletto Bag, $4,600

(Saint Laurent by Anthony Wicker)

Saint Laurent’s latest offering – black leather with attractive gold studded on the handle – offers the wearer an attractive chic that more than justifies the price tag. In an era where casual backpacks seem ever-present in the office environment, a stylish option like this is the ultimate flexibility. ysl.com – DS

Audio Technica, Hotaru turntable, $11,596

When Hotaru’s turntable is lit up, it looks like an ancient space crystal – the perfect otherworldly addition to my living room (aka apartment). audio-technica.com – G.S