Cheryl Shops

Every content creator and media outlet on the face of the planet puts out a gift guide, and since I've been doing them since 2009, why stop now? Getting a gift guide together is a lot of work, but it's also very fun and for people who know me personally, very helpful this time of year. As always, everything I've included here is something I would actually love to give and/or receive, but more importantly, I hope these suggestions help you check off your gift list. Here are my favorite holiday gifts for 2025. 

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When it comes to your fall-winter wardrobe, one of the most versatile things you can buy is a pair of black boots that go with everything. While fashion trends can definitely influence my choices, I personally like a low heel that's not too chunky, an almond-shaped toe, and a streamlined shape—a classic black boot, if you will. The funny thing is, I can't remember the last time I actually bought a workhorse black boot, so I decided this was the year. Thankfully, it didn't take me long to find the right pair. I've been partnering with Inez shoes for the last year and their footwear strikes the elusive, perfect balance between style and comfort. They gifted me this pair of Andrea boots, but the following are my honest and unfiltered opinions. 

My boyfriend is not exactly hard to shop for, but I definitely agonize over what to get him for his birthday or Christmas, and while gifts aren't his number-one love language, I always want to give him something that he'll use and enjoy. I will award myself a pat on the back for giving him an Oura ring last year at Christmas; he immediately loved it and I could tell that he was using the data it provided to help him make subtle improvements in his health. I decided to get one for myself after seeing him enjoy it so much, and while not every data point has been a big surprise, I've learned some interesting things about my health. 

I have the Oura ring in gold—as you can see, it's a little more yellow than the 14k gold ring on my middle finger.