Gift Guide: California
As a fifth generation Californian, the golden state is a key to Annie’s heart.
Oh, how many ways do we love Rose Story Farm? We dream of the chance to tour the grounds again. In the mean time, you can always order a direct shipment of the most insanely beautiful petals.
The inseparable pairing of California and myself is a true love story. As you may know, I grew up on a working citrus ranch in Riverside, where I was surrounded by rows and rows of lemon, orange, persimmon, and avocado trees. It was a perfect place to spend time as a child. Since then, I love basking in the glory of my adopted hometown of Pasadena and frolicking during staycations on the beaches of Newport Santa Barbara. All you could ever want, from sand to snow, can be found in our lovely state. Speaking of, whenever I'm in the Carpinteria area, I love dropping by Rose Story Farm for a little trip. Can't get away to visit? Fear not, their delicious roses can be ordered right to your front door.
pucker up
Inspired by my childhood home, I created the Citrus collection - full of various shades of sunshine to keep you smiling even on a cloudy day. The three charms to the right are petite but pack a punch! 18K yellow gold paired with diamonds and a rainbow of sapphires look like glistening interpretations of their edible counterparts. If you're interested in something a bit chunkier, we also have an array of vintage citrine cocktail rings, perfect for a 2020 cocktail party (aka pajamas and champagne with your household!). These babies are for the bold at heart or for those who need a little boost.
These dainty charms are from the Citrus collection, inspired by the citrus ranch I grew up on in Riverside, CA. An orange, lemon, and grapefruit are all available, paired with diamonds and/or sapphires.
While not from California, these bespoke Stubbs & Wootton slippers remind be of a day lounging by the beach in Laguna. How could you not be happy with this sunny yellow?
How freakin adorable is this rope-wrapped surfboard from Mate Gallery (decorated here for Christmas)? Their shop in Montecito is adorable, you must stop by the next time you visit.
golden state
As the gold mining state, I'd be remiss not to include as many gilded hues as possible. Like these bespoke Stubbs & Wootton. Personally, I designed a pair identical to this one and I adore them - I always take my steps in a sunny disposition with these on. I mean, how could you not?
And what might you partner these kicks with? What about the chicest couture of Covid - le sweatsuit? Even if you don't have a Zoom meeting, you'll be both comfortable and cute as heck and totally prepared for that trip to the grocery store. We're big fans of Los Angeles based designer Clare V in the Higgins house, so I definitely have my eye on the cozy but cute loungewear options she offers. Be bold! Go crazy! Nobody cares! It's 2020! (Thank goodness 2021 is right around the corner...)
Since office chic for 2020 has turned into comfy loungewear, may I suggest investing in a few adorable sweatsuits? Like this fab tie-dye one from Clare V.
I just adore the dreamy chicness of a good Doên dress. The line is founded by Margaret and Katherine, who grew up in Santa Barbara.
sunsets in so cal
With how this year has gone, there's absolutely nothing wrong with adding a little whimsy to your world! If you're one of my children, however, you may say I do this enough already, 2020 or not, but I digress... If you're longing for some California sunshine, this rope-covered vintage surfboard from Mate Gallery in Santa Barbara is a great way of getting a little beach shack chic into any corner of your home. Or if something a bit smaller is up your alley, then you can't go wrong with Nathan Turner's latest book, appropriately named "California." A darling tome tutoring readers on how to live the California way.
Perhaps you need to leave the house and look at least a little put-together? My pick would be any dress from Doên, you can even shop them in person at the Brentwood Country Mart. Since it's chilly out (by LA standards), I'd pair it with a warm sweater from Jenni Kayne. Top it off with a bottle of Peake Ranch wine and you won't disappoint!
For this gift guide, I'd like to turn your attention to City of Hope, one of the organizations to which AHJ donates a percentage of profits. They are dedicated to providing cutting-edge care to their patients and furthering research to treat and prevent cancer and other chronic diseases. Please consider making a donation this holiday season!
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