have you guys started making your christmas lists yet?! we definitely have in the sims’ household! today i wanted to share an LKS favorite things gift guide – to either give you ideas for your own wishlist OR if you are shopping for a girlfriend / mom / sister with similar taste as me…these are gifts she would probably love as well! OR….you could send a link to this blog post to your husband or boyfriend to give him some hints lol.
these are all items that i have and use every single day, or items i’ve been using for years that remain in my ‘holy grail’ category! like tried & true, LKS stamp of approval all the way, things i could not live without!
my favorite things
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alright i'm not gonna lie. i love a stanley cup as much as the next basic girl. but once i tried the hydro jug, i never went back. i still have about 5 stanley cups in our kitchen cabinet, but the hydro jug is the cup i grab every single day - whether i'm heading down to the gym for a workout, getting in my car to run errands, or just sitting at my desk. first of all, i think its cuter than the stanley, but i REALLY love it because IT DOES NOT SPILL! even when lyla knocks my cup over or we're on a trip...i can throw this thing in my tote and it doesn't spill or leak at all! it keeps my water cold all day and i love the straw! don't trust me, TRY ME. you will get one and see why i'm so obsessed!
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i'm not typically a long pajama type of girl...but make an exception for this skims set. i have these in 2 colors and honestly would love a third. they have this comfy yet sexy slinky fit, they're ribbed, super soft. breathable. flattering. and just feel SO luxe. honestly these would be such a great gift for your sister, mother-in-law, ooorrr to just treat yourself!
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michael gave me my first oura ring as a gift 3 years ago and to this day it's one of my favorite gifts i've ever received! i've done an entire blog post review on it so i won't go into too much detail here but...it tracks your sleep, your cycles / ovulation, activity, heart rate, readiness score, and so much more! this is a great gift for someone who values wellness or is trying to step up their wellness game in the new year! like i said, i've had mine for about 3 years now and NEVER take it off! it's really helped me develop better sleep habits, drink less alcohol, drink more water, move my body etc when i can see how all of these things really affect my overall health!
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i shared this hair tool on my stories a few weeks ago but in case you missed it...this is my current must-have, favorite hair tool! i love that it has a wet or dry setting so if you're traveling, you don't have to bring a blow dryer and a round brush and a curling iron. it is all of those things in one! this can dry your hair, and then you can change the setting to 'dry' and it can curl your hair or just smooth out the frizz. works SO well and it's under $100!
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you can ask michael...i legit sleep in these skims boxer shorts EVER SINGLE NIGHT. they're also on my christmas list every single year lol for that reason. they are SO comfy, stretchy, and don't make me hot. i love sleeping in these with a big oversized t-shirt! they're great for pregnancy too!
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if you've been following me for a while, you know i wear my hoka bondis EVERY SINGLE DAY. once i found these babies, i never wore any other shoe for daily walks. they are SO comfortable whether you are going for a walk, walking around disney world, or on your feet all day at work. i have these in so many colors and have yet to find a tennis shoe that compares in comfort to these.
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i love finding a legging that's flattering, looks great with athleisure outfits, but is also functional for working out as well...and that is so true of these ypb leggings (and they are such a great price point too). they sculpt you in all the right places, they are great quality (not see through), and work for any type of workout! great under $100 gift idea for someone who likes working out (or just likes to wear workout clothes lol).
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when i say i have tried ALL the headphones for running / working out...i mean it. prior to finding these earbuds, i was constantly testing out earbuds that would STAY in my ear whether i was running, jumping, sweating etc. and these are the ONLY ones that really passed the test! the sound quality is great and they do NOT fall out of my ears, no matter what type of activity i'm doing! i loved them so much i got a pair for michael as well, and he's also obsessed. they are WAY better than the AirPods pros for working out IMO!
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another item that you will see on my body every single day haha like there's not a day that goes by where i'm not wearing bombas socks. these are the type of socks that once you try them, you'll never want to wear any other brand. they are SO comfortable and i love the half calf height! they're great for everyday wear or working out! and they are kind of pricey / something you wouldn't really WANT to buy for yourself...which makes them a great gift!
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i bought this book at the beginning of 2024 and have LOVED it so much. there's 365 days but they aren't necessarily dated. so you can always just pick up where you left off - they are little blurbs to help you start your day off in a positive, focused, grounded mindset. only takes about 5 mins to read in the morning but i have LOVED starting my day with these!
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i have a summer fridays lip butter balm with me at ALL times - in every pocket, every handbag, in my car etc. i love all of the different colors it comes in, and it feels AMAZING on my lips. so moisturizing, not sticky, but still gives your lips a little bit of color too!
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one of my MUST-have, holy grail skincare items. these toning pads have made SUCH a difference in the overall texture and smoothness of my skin. they are exfoliating without being irritating, help to unclog your pores, and even out skin texture! i feel like these would make for such a good gift for ANY girl on your list because...who doesn't want smoother skin?!
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probably my most worn pair of leggings of all time. i've shared these in countless gifs guides over the years because i think this is a pair of leggings every girl should have in her wardrobe. they're great for low impact workout but i personally love them for just everyday wear - running errands, going for walks, lounging around the house, school pickup. they're my go-to legging for pairing with oversized sweatshirts and uggs or sneakers. high waisted, buttery soft, and also VERY bump friendly (and post partum friendly!)
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you guys know i'm always changing out my necklace stack but this miranda frye necklace has remained a constant for me! it layers so well with ANY necklace and i think it's so unique! y'all can use the code LKS for 15% off anything from miranda frye!
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i've tried out countless eye masks and i gotta say...this is one of the best ones i have EVER tried. it's like an instant ice bath for underneath your eyes (whether you keep them in the fridge or not!). i also love that they don't slide around. they majorly depuff under your eyes, hydrate, and just make you look and feel way more awake! i keep mine in the fridge! these would make for such a great gift for any of your girlfriends!
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IYKYK - my most worn sweat set! my sister last year said 'i can't imagine spending that much money on sweats', and then she bought a pair and now has a second set on her christmas wishlist because she LIVES in her alo sweat set! it's pricy but somehow the comfiest, yet coolest sweats outfit you will ever purchase. perfectly oversized and comes in tons of colors! if in between sizes, go down a size.
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same description as above ! these are just the matching pants to go with the sweatshirt!
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had to include the bh boyfriend cardigan in here because i legit have worn this almost every single day since we launched it! it has this amazing spongey athletic yet cozy material. looks SO cute with high waisted leggings, bike shorts, or even jeans! i love the cloud color and it's one of those pieces that's super cozy yet looks elevated and cool all at the same time!
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i honestly could’ve included 10 more items in this blog post haha but tried to keep it kind of concise! let me know if you try out any of these LKS favorites and if you are as obsessed as i am. thanks for reading!
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xo Lauren