Ivy Style Holiday Gift Guide for Women

By Sarah Cooney

Sarah is the creator of the blog Fewer & Better and a contributing writer for Ivy Style. You can find Sarah on Substack.

Christmas shopping for the traditional woman in your life (whether yourself or a loved one) is always fraught with difficulties. How do you know what is really worth it? This guide is filled with the best of the best: high-quality items I’ve personally tested and approved. Each item will stand the test of time and last for years (except the food, which is so good it won’t even last the day!) Enjoy the holiday season and rest easy knowing you’ve picked out gifts she’ll really love this year.

Women’s Ivy Gift Guide

The perfect curation of gifts for the Ivy woman.

Women's Twill Pajama Set in Antique Red Ticking

Women’s Twill Pajama Set in Antique Red Ticking

Is it really the holidays without holiday pajamas? This pair will keep you warm all winter long.

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Women's Flannel Robe in Navy

Women’s Flannel Robe in Navy

Nothing cozier (or more classic) than a flannel robe.

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The Wool Tuxedo Coat - $100 with FEWERBETTER100

The Wool Tuxedo Coat – $100 with FEWERBETTER100

Every Ivy/preppy wardrobe demands a camel overcoat, and this one is absolutely the best out there. Made 100% in America from 100% American wool, you can’t beat the quality or the style. Liz Williams, the designer, is a trained seamstress based in Chicago and she takes clothing back to the art form it always should be. Take $100 off your purchase with FEWERBETTER100.

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Kimsey Watch - 20% off with FEWERBETTER20

Kimsey Watch – 20% off with FEWERBETTER20

There’s nothing more timeless (ha!) and elegant than a classic tank watch. This one from March Hare ticks every single box!

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Christmas Coal

The perfect tongue-in-cheek stocking stuffer for someone who is actually on Santa’s nice list! Delicious and surprising.

Boat and Tote®, Open-Top

Boat and Tote®, Open-Top

Is there anyone on this planet who doesn’t need another boat & tote?Fill with lots of goodies for a unique twist on a stocking!

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Rosie Fair Isle Cardigan in Olive Multi Extra Fine Merino Wool

Rosie Fair Isle Cardigan in Olive Multi Extra Fine Merino Wool

Fair Isle + cardigan = perfect gift!

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Sarah Flint X Gracie Lapis Garden Scarf 140 - 15% off with SF-FEWER&BETTER-15

Sarah Flint X Gracie Lapis Garden Scarf 140 – 15% off with SF-FEWER&BETTER-15

A cashmere/silk shawl is perfect for the woman on your list who has absolutely everything. This scarf features a unique pattern designed by Gracie for Sarah Flint–it’s an heirloom in the making!

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Duck Boot Ornament

Duck Boot Ornament

A delightful stocking stuffer for any true prep!

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Mason Pearson Mixed-Bristle Hairbrush

Mason Pearson Mixed-Bristle Hairbrush

My approach to gift giving is always to give a luxurious version of an everyday item. Upgrading their hairbrush to a Mason Pearson brush will make you their favorite person!

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Sarah's Home Bar Essentials - 20% off with FANDBMATERIAL

Sarah’s Home Bar Essentials – 20% off with FANDBMATERIAL

Stock the bar with the excellent glassware made by my friends at Material Kitchen.

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The Ultimate Book of Cocktails

The Ultimate Book of Cocktails

Pair barware with The Ultimate Book of Cocktails for a really special gift.

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Flower Subscriptions

Fresh flowers year-round are the perfect gift!

A Year of Books

A Year of Books

The quickest way to a reader’s heart is through this Year of Books subscription from The Strand.

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Holiday Candle

Holiday Candle

If the movie “Christmas in Connecticut” had a scent, this would be it! Take 25% (!!) off your order with FEWERBETTER25 this holiday season!

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Verbena & Velvet Moss Candle - 15% off with FEWERANDBETTER15

Verbena & Velvet Moss Candle – 15% off with FEWERANDBETTER15

If you’d like a more generic cold-weather scent, this one is perfect for chilly days and nights.

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Atlas of Remote Islands: Fifty Islands I Have Never Set Foot On and Never Will

Atlas of Remote Islands: Fifty Islands I Have Never Set Foot On and Never Will

Is there anything better than armchair traveling to remote islands? If so, please share!

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Bespoke Stationery - 10% off with SARAHC

Bespoke Stationery – 10% off with SARAHC

Every true prep needs their own bespoke stationery–I exclusively shop at Dempsey & Carroll. Their quality and selection is unmatched!

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Passport Holder in Bottle Green Bridle Leather

Passport Holder in Bottle Green Bridle Leather

Whether or not tickets to a special destination are included, this elegant passport holder will only get better with travel and age.

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Creme de Corps Refillable Body Lotion with Cocoa Butter

Creme de Corps Refillable Body Lotion with Cocoa Butter

A super-luxurious stocking stuffer: Kiehl’s, more than any other brand, is “true prep” to me–did you know they sponsored an excursion to Everest? Their body lotion is a staple in our household and we love to give and receive their products.

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Four Seasons Socks in Khaki

Four Seasons Socks in Khaki

Everyone needs new socks–this pair is fun enough for Christmas and will go perfectly with any preppy wardrobe.

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Women's Bean Boots, Rubber Moc

Women’s Bean Boots, Rubber Moc

The ultimate winter shoe, in my opinion–mine are worn in rain, in snow, in sleet, and everything in-between. Pair with the Fair Isle socks above for a perfect gift (and don’t forget to size down in these).

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Olive Green Bodie Boyfriend Crewneck

Olive Green Bodie Boyfriend Crewneck

Cozy cashmere is the gift that gives all winter long–this one is a great muted green. Festive for the holiday season, but it can easily be worn into spring.

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Cashmere-lined leather gloves

Cashmere-lined leather gloves

Give the gift of warm hands this holiday season–I have these gloves and they’re going on seven years of daily use.

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Ralph Lauren: In His Own Fashion

Ralph Lauren: In His Own Fashion

Love it or hate it, Ralph Lauren has defined trad style for generations now. Alan Flusser’s definitive book on the man and the aesthetic will look great on a coffee table or bookshelf and is, even better, an enjoyable read.

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Harborview Herringbone Evergreen Blanket

Harborview Herringbone Evergreen Blanket

I have to say that Chappywrap blankets are well worth the hype–they’re extremely comfortable and cozy. I love this herringbone style for the winter.

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Ultimate Gift Wrap Bundle - 25% off with FEWERBETTER25

Ultimate Gift Wrap Bundle – 25% off with FEWERBETTER25

Don’t forget to wrap! Rifle Paper Co.’s gorgeous wrapping paper evokes Christmases of years past in such a special way. They’re generously offering 25% off your purchase if you use this link and the code FEWERBETTER25 at checkout.

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2 Comments on "Ivy Style Holiday Gift Guide for Women"

  1. Now the hard part… finding an Ivy style woman to give the gifts to.

  2. Heinz-Ulrich von Boffke | November 29, 2024 at 11:33 am |

    Thank you for this, Sarah! I’ve found/ordered three things that my wife will love.

    Compliments of the Season,

    Heinz-Ulrich

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