my non-overconsumption CHRISTMAS WISHLIST 2026 (things i ACTUALLY love & use!)

2026 Christmas Wishlist

The creator’s 2026 Christmas wishlist focuses on buying intentionally rather than chasing trends. She recommends choosing items that are durable, genuinely useful, or meaningful as gifts—and notes that gifts don’t have to be new or expensive.

Clothing, bags, shoes, and accessories

• She gets frequent winter use from her Aritzia Super Puff and values its cost per wear.
• Favorite bags include a roomy Samo Ondoh bag she bought on a trip to Korea, a classic black Charles & Keith bag, and a Quince suede work tote that fits a 13-inch laptop.
• When buying clothes, check the fabric composition. She prefers natural fibers such as cashmere, cotton, and wool, and suggests thrifting quality sweaters instead of repeatedly replacing inexpensive synthetic ones.
• Uniqlo Heattech layers are a winter staple for wearing under jeans. She also likes the look of an Intimissimi cashmere top and recommends comfortable cotton underwear.
• For winter coats, she suggests looking for a substantial wool content rather than assuming a coat will be warm based on its brand or appearance.
• Shoe recommendations include ASICS Gel-Kayano sneakers, supportive Archies flip-flops, inexpensive Joe Alice loafers she wore extensively, and budget ASOS boots that have lasted well.
• Other favorites include a strong-grip SKIMS claw clip, gold jewelry she can wear around water, and a comfortable 100% cotton matching set from Buttah London.
• Her broader shopping tip: a less expensive item that lasts and gets worn often can be a better purchase than a pricier trend item.

Beauty and self-care

• She likes Lemme Sleep gummies but takes one rather than the suggested two because she finds them very potent.
• She recommends the branded overnight blowout rods over cheaper dupes.
• Other products she uses or enjoys include Medicube Zero Pore Pads, Chanel fragrances, a hydrating leave-in conditioner, non-aerosol dry shampoo, and OUAI Detox Shampoo.
• Salt & Stone body wash and deodorant are favorites. She says the aluminum-free deodorant works for her despite being a heavy sweater. She also likes L’Occitane shower oil for shaving and its hand cream.
• She praises Biossance Bio-Collagen Face Mask, noting that it needs to be worn for a few hours. She also likes whitening strips, Eadem lip balm, a lip-staining liner, YSL cushion foundation, inexpensive ColourPop brow gel, and a Revlon hair straightener.
• For an electric toothbrush, she recommends buying less expensive replacement heads from a third-party seller if they’re compatible.

Tech, matcha, and home gifts

• Her favorite low-cost tripod has adjustable sections and a 360-degree head. She also recommends the DJI Mic Mini for recording.
• She misses her Anker portable charger, which has a built-in plug and USB-C cable, and suggests an external SSD rather than a traditional hard drive for video-editing storage.
• She still loves her Canon G7X Mark II, purchased years ago, but says its current high resale price is not worthwhile. She suggests considering a less expensive Canon alternative or looking for older digital cameras at flea markets and thrift stores.
• A matcha-making set can make a nice gift. She suggests trying different matcha powders, including less expensive options, and says maple syrup helps balance stronger, more bitter matcha.
• Other home ideas include Nespresso pods, a Nori Cloud Max steamer, smart LED bulbs, a small tiered bookshelf, and thrifted or vintage glassware.

Lifestyle and experience gifts

• For readers, check their to-be-read list and choose a book they’ve been wanting. A new planner or journal can also be a useful year-end gift.
• Workout or wellness-class packages can be thoughtful, particularly for someone who regularly attends classes.
• She favors experience gifts such as concert tickets or money toward a weekend trip, and suggests presenting travel money creatively.
• Gift cards to someone’s regular coffee shop or favorite store are another practical choice.

Notable locations, products, and people

• Locations: New York City, Korea, Paris, and Hawaii.
• Featured brands and products: Aritzia Super Puff; Samo Ondoh; Charles & Keith; Quince; Uniqlo Heattech; Intimissimi; ASICS Gel-Kayano; Archies; Joe Alice; ASOS; SKIMS; David Yurman; Buttah London; Salt & Stone; L’Occitane; Biossance; Chanel; DJI Mic Mini; Anker; Crucial X9; Canon G7X Mark II; Nespresso; Papier; Solidcore; and Orangetheory.
• People mentioned: Katelyn DeWitt, Courtney Kardashian, Gracie Abrams, and the creator’s friend Janelle.