2021 Holiday Gift Guide
Gather inspiration for experiences to gift along with 45+ pieces from our favorite sustainable and ethical brands
GATHER INSPIRATION FOR EXPERIENCES TO GIFT ALONG WITH 45+ PIECES FROM OUR FAVORITE SUSTAINABLE AND ETHICAL BRANDS
With the holiday season upon us, we’ve put together a collection of our favorite consciously-crafted pieces and experiences to gift our loved ones with this year. You’ll find clothing items, accessories, games and puzzles, candles, homewares and things to do together in the year to come. View our guide to stocking stuffers under $25 here.
Everlane Chunky Cardigan | $110
This cozy, retro-inspired sweater from Everlane is made with 100% organic cotton and seems very ideal for curling up at home with a good book.
Honest Beauty Serum Infused Lash Tint | $20
A serum-infused lash tint that defines and enhances the look of lashes, made with conditioning Castor Oil, and Red Clover + Mung Bean that help to strengthen for healthy-looking lashes.
Fable Ceramics & Serveware | Bowl Set $75
You can use code SAM10OFF for a discount. Fable’s are organically shaped pieces are made in Portugal of local, recycled clay.
Reformation Abalonia Chunky Maryjane | $248
This style is made from structured leather that will soften over time, and is a lovely crossover between a chunky loafer and a nostalgic shoe from elementary school’s past.
Gantri Cantilever Table Light | $98
You can use code LANDRETH20 for $20 off. Gantri’s lights are made using a blend of sustainable materials: Gantri Plant Polymers are the world's first plant-derived PLA blends engineered specifically for premium lighting which create 75% less carbon emissions than traditional lighting.
YUI Brooklyn Lemon Candle | $15
Designer Yui Kobayashi creates unique candles out of soy wax, dried flowers, and essential oils. This adorable lemon-shaped candle will brighten up any room with its playful shape and refreshing scent.
Imperfect Foods Subscription or Gift Card
Get $80 off. Offer your loved ones the gift of free groceries. Imperfect Foods combats food waste by delivering produce and other goods that were rejected from grocery stores due to minor imperfections.
Beast Blender | $155
The Beast B10 Blender is thoughtfully designed and meticulously engineered with industry-leading technology, resulting in a machine that is the ultimate in preparing nutrient-rich smoothies.
Hilma Natural Remedies | $50 for starter set
You can use code SAML20 for 20% off. Hilma is Clean Label Project certified and uses natural ingredients that are backed by science in their remedies for upset stomachs, headaches, bloating and allergies. Shop all products.
Everlane Baseball Cap | $35
This baseball hat is made of durable organic canvas with brushed metal hardware and tonal embroidery. Comes in four colors.
Hawkins New York Waffle Dish Towel | $28
These dish towels are the perfect addition to your kitchen: pleasant to the touch, pleasing to the eye, super absorbent, and quick to dry. Made of 100% cotton.
Kinn Conversation Cards | $28
Create connections with friends old and new. Kinn’s conversation cards are quick questions to inspire slow moments and lasting connections. Proceeds from this purchase go toward the United Nations World Food Program's Zero Hunger Initiative. The program aims to end hunger, improve nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture.
Lunya Washable Silk High Rise Pant Set | $258
You can use code SAMLANDRETH for 15% off. 100% of Lunya’s Washable Silk uses bluesign® approved dyes which are manufactured with responsible resources and components with the lowest possible impact on people and the environment, including the elimination of harmful chemicals used in the dye and wash process.
Discovering Infinite Connections in Art History | $75
Featuring more than 800 artworks from the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, this groundbreaking book—organized by thematic keywords rather than the usual chronological or geographical categories, and drawing upon analytics from The Met's online Heilbrunn Timeline of Art History—offers up fresh, unconventional ways of engaging with visual culture. Beyond the wealth of illustration, more than 160 engaging curatorial essays place the works in wider contexts, while a fold-out, detachable timeline offers further perspective.
Cuyana System Tote | $275+
A timeless and refined companion crafted from supple, luxurious Italian pebbled leather, Cuyana’s System Tote is designed to carry you effortlessly from workdays to weekends, from the office desk to the dinner table. Designed to be fully customizable with add-on compartments for further organization and thoughtful details of an interior slip pocket, easy snap closure, and lateral ties to keep your belongings secure, it’s the ultimate partner for your daily ventures. Made in a woman-owned factory in Turkey. Cuyana’s products are LWG certified, ensuring the leather is tanned responsibly against measures like traceability, resource consumption, and effluent treatment.
Girlfriend Everyone Puffer Vest | $128
A fashion statement and a very practical extra layer. Made with recycled plastic bottles, this all gender puffer vest keeps the planet happy and you warm and cozy.
Veja V10 | $150
VEJA is the first sneaker brand to use fabric entirely made from recycled plastic bottles: B-mesh. B-mesh is a fabric made entirely out of recycled polyester (polyethylene terephthalate or PET).
Wine Tasting
Book a wine tasting at a local natural winery: whether it’s indoors and allows for a cozy winter evening, or it’s planned out a few months in advance and offers something to look forward to in the spring, this is a thoughtful experience to enjoy together.
Everlane Organic Cotton Crew Socks | $28
Made of soft, durable organic cotton, the Organic Cotton Ribbed Crew Sock 3-Pack features a high-ankle cut, textured ribbed detailing, and a classic unisex fit. Comes in multiple colorways.
Reformation Mercer Top | $148
The Mercer silk camisole has a fitted bodice with smocking, features adjustable tie straps and a pleated peplum at the waist.
Vitruvi Ceramic Stone Diffuser | $110
You can use code SAMLANDRETH for 20% off. The Stone Diffuser scents your home and looks beautiful while doing it. With a cover crafted out of matte ceramic, it doubles as a piece of decor - making it perfect for bedsides, countertops, and shelves.
Material Kitchen ReBoard | $35
These colorful BPA-free cutting boards are made entirely of kitchen plastic scraps and renewable sugarcane.
Lunya Washable Silk Sleep Mask | $48
You can use code SAMLANDRETH for 15% off. This mask is machine-washable: it prevents hair creases and can reduce the appearance of dark circles.
Artifact Uprising Easel & Calendar | $49
Get $20 off. Print out your favorite memories and let them live on your desk or countertop with this solid brass easel. Select your 12 favorite photos: this is one of my favorite gifts as you can order replacement packs of the calender photos each year to keep on adding to the gift. Photo paper is made of FSC-certified mohawk superfine eggshell acid-free archival paper.
Everlane Bucket Hat | $28
Made of durable 100% organic canvas, the Bucket Hat features an unstructured crown and a wide wraparound brim to keep the sun out of your eyes.
Wildone Dog Leash Set | $66
This line of pet essentials is all about connecting pups and people through thoughtful design.
Arcadia Clean Energy Subscription
Transitioning away from fossil fuels has never been more important: you can choose clean energy at little to no cost as a homeowner or a renter. Arcadia matches your energy usage with clean energy from wind farms so your home is 100% powered by clean energy. Plug your friend or family member’s address in and pay a few dollars a month for their home to run on clean energy.
Our Place Perfect Pot / Dutch Oven | $165
Meet the pot that thought of everything and everyone. Our Place designed one truly perfect pot that combines every single pot and then some. The Perfect Pot does everything from boiling to baking and crisping to steaming.
Girlfriend Collective Black Barre Unitard | $78
This is a strappy v-neck compressive unitard with a racerback and a 6” inseam. For pointing, flexing, and remembering to engage your core. Recycled and recyclable — when you’re finished with this item (a long, long time from now), recycle it with ReGirlfriend.
YUI BROOKLYN Petite Retro Flower Shaped Candle | $15
Designer Yui Kobayashi creates unique candles out of soy wax, dried flowers, and essential oils. This playful flower-shaped candle has a fresh, floral scent and adds a retro accent to any room.
Local Book Store Gift Card, Book or Subscription
One of my favorite book stores in LA, Skylight Books, offers memberships and subscriptions, so take a look at your local shop and see if they offer something similar. You can always opt for a gift card or handpick a book for your friends and family members locally as well.
Merit Eyes & Lips Set | $60
Opt for a gift set from Merit: they offer customizable collections of their mascaras, blushes, brow gels, highlighters, concealers and tinted lip oils.
Book a flight, hotel or plan a roadtrip
Plan a trip in advance and book part of the experience. Plane tickets or a hotel reservation make for a sweet surprise and something to look forward to together.
Quince Cable Knit Cashmere Throw | $139
Incredibly soft and indulgent, this lightweight yet incredibly warm throw is crafted of the finest Mongolian cashmere. The cable knit design provides a timeless and classic accent to any room. Ethically and sustainably crafted.
Ferm Living Ripple Champagne Glasses, Set of 2 | $55
Perfect for holiday parties, special occasions or everyday use, offered in both clear and smoke colorways.
Baggu Recycled Nylon Bag | $48
Baggu’s Medium Nylon Crescent Bag is effortlessly casual and large enough to carry more than just the essentials. Wear it slung over your shoulder or crossbody for a hands-free experience. Complete with two interior pockets that make it easy to stay organized.
AARKE Sparkling Water Carbonator | $219
Minimalist sparkling water maker with compact design and top of the line user-friendly engineering. Available in a range of classic finishes to elevate any countertop. The C3 features a new steel nozzle to maximize carbonation and minimize overflow, a smoother lever movement, and a completely overhauled, more safe internal system.
Book a boat ride or a dinner on the water
If you live near a body of water or you’re able to take a roadtrip to one, book an evening out on a sailboat or a dinner with a view. This is another chance to make a plan a few months in advance if it’s not warm enough where you are in December and have something exciting to look forward to.
Alohas Ranch Black Boot | $285
Alohas reduces production waste and gauges product interest by working on a pre-order model. Their pieces are locally produced in Alicante, Spain.
Youth To The People Superfood Antioxidant Cleanser | $36
This clean face wash features kale, spinach and green tea which creates a natural glow and offers anti-aging benefits. YTTP is vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free and comes in recyclable packaging. Explore other Clean at Sephora brands.
SOKO Delicate Cuff Set | $128
SOKO is a women-led, people-first ethical jewelry brand and tech-powered manufacturing platform built to connect artisans in Kenya with the global market. They’re a Certified B Corp and craft their pieces responsibly. Read more on their standards.
The Organic Cotton Chunky Beanie | $40
This beanie consists of an extra-thick knit, a cuffed brim, and a snug, unisex fit. It’s made of 100% organic cotton with a touch of stretch, which makes it comfy, cozy, and as warm as can be. It’s also certified organic from seed to cap. The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) certification takes over a year to account for every step of production: from the processing of certified organic fiber into yarn to dye houses, mills, factories, and printers.
Aurate Femme Gold Signet Ring | $150
Aurate’s jewelry is ethically sourced and comes with a lifetime warranty. Shop all of their pieces.
Stojo 16 Oz Cup | $20
Reusable, commuter-friendly cups that are small in both size and environmental impact. This silicone travel cup shrinks down to just two inches tall. It comes with a matching reusable straw and is offered in tons of pastel colors.
Los Angeles Apparel Twill Military Jacket | $125
This jacket is garment dyed and washed with natural enzymes to give it a vintage look and feel. Meant to last for years and constructed from a 100% Cotton Mid-Weight Twill to wear through any season. Oversized fit, size down for a regular fit. Made ethically and sustainably.
Slowdown Studio 285-Piece Puzzle | $35
Created by Australia-born, LA-based designer Marc Hendrick, Slowdown Studio offers supercool and supercolorful textiles, prints and more to brighten up your space. Illustrated by Australian artist Charlie Bennell, this 285-piece puzzle features one of our favorite buildings: La Muralla Roja in Calpe, Spain.
TIERRA SOL STUDIO™ LARGE PROPAGATION VESSEL | $45
Seana and Yair Rodriguez of Tierra Sol Studio specialize in botanicals hardy enough to survive even the worst plant owners. Elegantly crafted from hand-cut white clay and glass, this water propagation vessel holds small to medium clippings in place while giving 360 degrees of sun exposure.
Walker Noble Studios Big Sur Print | $40
Artist Walker Noble believes that everyone should enjoy art and creates illustrations and prints that do exactly that. This colorful print features a dreamy view of Big Sur.
Los Angeles Apparel Fisherman Pullover | $80
This knit will loosen some as you wear to accommodate different lengths and widths, but will return to the original size after wash. This product is 100% Made in U.S.A. and NAFTA compliant.
Modern Sprout Indoor Garden Jar | $20
Founded in a small Chicago apartment, Modern Sprout bloomed from a couple's desire to garden in the comfort of their own home (their fool-proof kits can turn anyone's thumb green). Made of recycled glass, this just-add-water jar includes everything you need to grow delicious herbs.
LACAUSA Lucky Jumpsuit | $188
This jumpsuit is made in a lightweight 100% cotton canvas with a straight, loose fit in Downtown Los Angeles.
Peacesake Candles & Co. White Tea & Oak | $30
Maryland-based husband-and-wife team crafts earth-friendly room sprays and candles using sustainable ingredients. This hand-poured soy candle combines top notes of black tea and sandalwood with a mid note of teakwood and a base of oak.
Cuyana Mini Double Loop Leather Bag | $195
This mini bag is perfect for quick errands, daytime excursions and evening outings alike. Crafted with Italian pebbled leather and lined with soft Italian suede in a woman-owned factory in Turkey. Cuyana’s products are LWG certified, ensuring the leather is tanned responsibly against measures like traceability, resource consumption, and effluent treatment.
Everlane Cashmere Beanie | $65
The Cashmere Rib Beanie has a super-soft feel and a timeless look, plus it’s made of certified Grade-A cashmere from Inner Mongolia, which is more durable, pills less, and gets softer with wear.
We hope you enjoyed this guide and found a few thoughtful pieces to gift your loved ones this season.
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