ashu’s favorite things

a gift guide for the discerning and the detail-obsessed

a mindful list of the pieces we kept coming back to this year — the ones that feel considered, beautifully made, and a little transportive. gifts for the friend who notices details, loves quality, and appreciates small luxuries.

here’s what we loved most this season.

perelel stress support

1. perelel stress support

for the person who’s doing everything for everyone else. perelel’s stress support is a clean, thoughtful blend that steadies the nervous system and brings things back to center.

the great college sweatshirt

2. the great – the college sweatshirt

a classic we reach for constantly. the college sweatshirt in dark slate is soft, lived-in, and goes everywhere — from morning classes to errands and beyond.

lunya silk sweats

3. lunya – silk sweats

loungewear but elevated. lunya’s midweight reversible silk sweats are impossibly soft yet still put-together. effortless to wear, easy to love.

oak essentials firming plant peptide serum

4. oak essentials – firming plant peptide serum

quiet skincare that works. the firming plant peptide serum delivers a subtle lift and glow without feeling like “a routine.” clean, hydrating, and one you’ll rave about.

california incline drift jacket

5. california incline – drift jacket

a malibu staple. the drift jacket is lightweight and architectural — perfect for cooler mornings and late afternoon errands.

homebody class pack and socks

6. homebody – class pack + socks

movement as a reset. homebody’s class pack (paired with free socks using code SOCKSANDMATCHA) is a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves pilates or just wants a grounding hour back in their week.

the elder statesman braided stripe pali crew

7. the elder statesman – braided stripe pali crew

color without being loud. the braided stripe pali crew is soft, special, and one of those sweaters you keep forever.

foundrae new beginnings compass necklace

8. foundrae – new beginnings compass necklace

something meaningful. foundrae’s new beginnings compass necklace feels personal without being precious — a lovely gift for a new chapter.

king nyc olive oil

9. king nyc – olive oil

tiny luxury for anyone who cooks. the king olive oil is bright, peppery, and makes simple dishes instantly better — a favorite host gift.

le labo lys 41

10. le labo – lys 41

a floral that isn’t too floral. lys 41 blends jasmine, tuberose, and warm woods into something quietly bold — a beautiful everyday scent.

smythson passport cover

11. smythson – passport cover

a small detail that feels like a treat. the thomas lelu passport cover is playful, understated, and perfect for the traveler.

ginori 1735 oriente italiano tea set

12. ginori 1735 – oriente italiano tea set

for the friend who makes everything feel like a moment. the oriente italiano tea set is vibrant and sculptural — a keepsake gift.

dipped in blue dottie darlin bikini

13. dipped in blue – dottie darlin bikini

nostalgic, flattering, and well made. the dottie darlin bikini from dipped in blue feels like summer in the best way — feminine, timeless, and designed to last. shop the collection.

aman rosa alpina resort

14. aman rosa alpina – a ski escape

for someone who’d rather collect experiences. aman’s rosa alpina is the dream winter getaway — quiet mountains, perfect skiing, and that signature warmth.

silver springs pilates west hollywood

15. silver springs – mat pilates class packs

a reset in west hollywood. silver springs’ classes — mat pilates, heated sculpt, yoga — are some of our favorite ways to ground the day. class packs make a thoughtful, genuinely useful gift.

victoria beckham beauty foundation drops

16. victoria beckham beauty – the foundation drops

skin, but better. the foundation drops are lightweight, smoothing, and give that clean, luminous finish that always looks expensive without trying.

why we made this guide

we’re lucky to be surrounded by so many thoughtful makers — people and brands we love, collaborate with, and learn from. this guide is a small ode to the things that shaped our year: grounding, beautiful, and made with intention.

for more gifting, or something just for you, explore our matchas — sourced from japan, crafted with care, and meant to elevate the everyday.

1 comment

This is an incredibly tasteful list. Well curated. Not to mention the matcha.

Frank Horowitz

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