Gifting during the holiday season can be tricky. Besides shopping for loved ones who may already have everything they need, we all have that one friend who’s impossibly cool — their seemingly nonchalant approach to fashion, beauty and anything, really, makes it incredibly difficult to shop for.
Ahead, check out our curated gifts the effortless cool-girl in your life is sure to love. You’ll want to keep them for yourself, too.
Having been named one of the It-bags for the year, the iconic Coperni Swipe bag is the gift any cool gal would love to receive this Christmas. Aside from its unique silhouette, the bag also comes with silver-tone hardware that adds to your cool-girl aesthetic.
Who doesn’t love some silver jewellery? If you’re looking to jazz up your outfits with some stylish bling, look over to homegrown label, Hues Studio, for some chic pieces. Besides its versatile and timeless designs, we absolutely love how the accessories are all waterproof, hypoallergenic and more importantly, they don’t tarnish or rust over time. Now you can wear them all day, without having to take them off. Yes, that includes the shower too.
Who would’ve thought that polarised biker sunglasses would have been a thing? Well, believe it or not, this season, this trendy accessory is in. If you’re planning to hop onto the bandwagon, then you might want to consider investing in this stylish pair from Oakley.
Puffer bags are having a major moment this year and we’re here for it. After it was spotted on Blackpink’s Jennie in her post, the quilted shoulder bag flew off the shelves at all COS Stores. And while they may not be restocking the exact same design, COS has introduced a mini version that arrives in a variety of colours.
Spotted on celebs like Kylie Jenner, this bag brand should be on your radar this season. Besides its voguish look, Aupen was actually founded by Singaporean designer Skye Tan, and it prides itself on offering what it calls “wellness fashion”. From the brand’s collection, you might want to check out pieces like the Ambition bag – a sculptural number that not only gives dimensions to your look but also makes for a great transitional piece that you can carry from day to night.
The interiors lover in your life will love this handmade ceramic vase that celebrates the imperfections of beauty and the female body in all its glory. You’ll definitely see it on display the next time you visit.
A fresh take on the classic flare with front yoke detail, this elevated style adds a flattering and feminine vibe to any outfit.
This Night of Creation set from Kaleidos is the epitome of cool girl makeup. From its unique formulas to its stunning packaging, the collection leaves nothing to be desired.
You would have probably seen the iconic Miu Miu miniskirt on every fashion-magazine cover, and if your cool gal pal still setting her sight on copping one, then you might want to consider getting a similar dupe from Frankie Shop. Not only does it look like the OG piece, but it also comes with a more affordable price tag, so you won’t have to worry about burning a hole in your wallet.
This mirror may be out of the budget for some, but if there’s one must-have that’s on any cool girl’s wishlist, it would have to be a lengthy mirror that she can take her mirror selfies with.
This article was first published in Harper’s Bazaar.