Lately, I’ve been determined to be that person who remembers everyone’s birthdays, holding a gift behind my back ready to surprise them. I love giving presents, and given recent challenges to keep in touch with others, sending something small from far away means goes farther than simply door to door.

So, as we adjust to quarantine by learning new ways to connect with those that matter most to us, I’m feeling inspired to spread joy. Here are several of my Amazon favorites for most occasions. I hope this list helps you to shop for those you call yours!

Tech

I found my new Macbook Pro a cover on Amazon, and it’s the best one I’ve ever had. I wanted something classy and chic but fun - it also came with a pink sleeve and a rubber keyboard protector. Four and a half stars (the sleeve is a smidge too tight for my laptop).

Also for my Macbook, to prep it for fully-fuctional kickass work from home ops, this converter.

Workout

This vest is a solid pick for your avid outdoor runners - bring your knick knacks without having to carry them on your run. I’ve got a few discount codes from a few brands I’ve been enjoying lately.

Time to upgrade your sneaker game? These Nike Flyknits are a solid yes.

Shopping

Ummmmm coffee amirite? Gotta put that coffee in a cute little vessel, yes? Who doesn’t love an Antoni mug covered in avocados??

For the best gold hoop earrings wearable in an every day kinda way, these Sheila Fajils are a popular choice.

Finally, gift your girlfriends with something smart and pretty to wear at home to lounge in, as fashionably as we all want to


Also…white bodysuits look 👏 good 👏 on 👏 everyone. 👏 

Beauty

This. lotion. is. the. best. My favorite scent above and beyond the rest of Bath & Body Works.

An environmentally-conscious soap stick/stain remover. (Here’s their laundry detergent, too.)

A nude lip liner is a must; any color that’s conceivably “your lip color but better” is favorable. Soar by M.A.C. is a tried and true liner.

Round it up with the best of the best: a fantastic dry shampoo I’ve been using for years. Available in drugstores and everywhere else, but best deal’s in bulk. Get a 3-pack here of yummy-smelling rose.

Books

Sweet, kind, and heartfelt reads for your girlfriends: 100 Days to Brave by Annie F. Downs, Perfectly Unique (also by AFD, and only $2.99 for Kindle!), and Restless by Jennie Allen.

Switching gears, for the open-minded, adventurous reader friends who’d appreciate good humor and a collection of essays written by a black lesbian, look no further: Wow, No Thank You is your pick.

Travel

Remember that suitcase who’s handle got stuck as you were trying to cram it into the overhead bin on your flight? (SO embarrassing.) Say goodbye to cheap luggage and get this cute one for your friend (and what the heck one for you, too).

Pair it with this weekender bag to match your roll-away luggage; it fits smoothly onto your luggage handlebars.

Last Christmas I gave my family gift cards to Airbnb and they loved it. For a discount code to Airbnb first time users, I have one for you here.

Finally, give the gift of organized packing with these chic packing cubes.