With the gluttonous Thanksgiving weekend behind us, everybody is busy searching for the best deals and the perfect presents to give their loved ones. But finding that perfect gift for every special person in your life may not always be the easiest thing. We here at Fashionably Cleveland are here to help you find inspiration and put you on the right track this holiday season.
For Your Mini Fashionista:
With the first snow upon us, it is important to keep your little ones nice and warm. Keep this in mind when searching for the perfect gift for your little tykes.
Tights are one of the most versatile cold weather accessories and fit perfectly into every little girl's wardrobe. For older women, tights can add sophistication and flare to an otherwise bland outfit. Add a youthful twist by choosing brighter colors and playful patterns. Under dresses and skirts, a pair of bright tights will have her looking fashionable while keeping her legs warm during these colder months. Even a simple pair of white tights look adorable when paired with a dark colored dress.
Winter accessories are another practical yet stylish gift idea for the child in your life. Hats, scarves, and gloves will keep her warm while she is busy building snowmen and going sledding. Knit and wool accessories create the optimal combination of warmth and style.
For Your Guy:
When shopping for the man in your life, the first step is to determine whether you want to go the personal or practical route. A personal gift should be something heartfelt that will always remind him of your time together. On the other hand, a practical gift is something that will always be useful to him. Both types have their pros and cons, however, if you can come up with an ideal combination of both, you will be wrapping the perfect gift for that special someone.
This year, try getting your man a bottle of cologne. Either purchase another bottle of his favorite brand, or branch out and choose a new scent of your liking. In doing so, you ensure that he will always smell amazing to you. When he is getting ready for a romantic evening with you he will think of you when he reaches for the bottle to freshen up. Abercrombie and American Eagle both make popular colognes that are perfect for younger men, while brands like Armani or Calvin Klein may be better suited for someone a bit older.
For Your Parents:
The holiday season is the perfect time to show your parents just how much they mean to you by repaying them for the countless hours they spent at your sporting events when you were younger, the time and effort they put into moving you out of the house for college only to do it again in a few years when you moved back home, and everything in between.
Your father may not be the one you turn to for fashion advice and inspiration, but all that could change this season. Help him ditch the same old tattered jacket that he has been wearing year after year. Upgrade his winter outerwear with a sophisticated black or grey peacoat.
Moms are always busy running around town doing errands after a long day at the office. Since she is constantly on her feet, keep her looking casual and comfortable with a stylish pair of boots. Forget heeled boots and instead opt for a flat-heeled pair of brown or black mid-calf leather boots.
For a Collegiette:
For a collegiette, style and comfort are two of the most important things when choosing an outfit for the day. Between early morning coffee runs, mid day classes, and late nights at the library, comfort is a must for every week day outfit. However, no girl wants to look like she just rolled out of bed.
Leggings are a staple in every college girl’s closet, and she can never have too many pairs. Help her stock up this holiday season with a few pairs of leggings in neutral colors like black, brown and gray.
To help her complete the perfect outfit for a busy day around campus, give her a few oversized sweaters. An oversized sweater will keep her warm and cozy on her commute to class without sacrificing style.
While completing your holiday shopping this season, equally consider comfort, warmth and style into your decision making. The perfect combination of all three will leave all of your loved ones happy and stylish as this year comes to a close.
