5 Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season

 Happy December 1st!!! In my mind it's not officially the holiday season until December 1st. So, as of today, I am in full-on holiday mode and loving it!  I plan on putting up and decorating my Christmas tree tomorrow and finally starting in on my Christmas shopping!

As every busy woman knows, the holiday season comes and goes in the blink of an eye. With so much to do it can be hard to find the time to give back. Giving back to your community is something that is so deeply important to me, that I thought today I would talk about 5 easy ways you can give back this holiday season - even though you are busy!

I also know that it's not just time, but money as well, that lead many people to feel they cannot participate in any charitable giving campaigns, etc., during the holidays. Therefore I wanted to ensure that in talking about 5 ways to give back this holiday despite being a busy woman; that I focused on things that aren't just "donate money". There are ways to give back and support your community this holiday that you can squeeze into a busy schedule that don't cost you an arm and a leg! Below are 5 great ways to give back this holiday season: 

1. The Shoebox Project

This is such a great initiative that gives women who are homeless or at risk of homelessness a great gift to open on Christmas. Essentially you fill a shoe box with presents valued at $50 and wrap it up to be gifted to a woman in need. This is such an easy way to make a difference in someone's day this Christmas. You can pick up the items for your shoebox next time you are at a drug store! I got everything I needed for my shoebox this year while running to Shopper's drug mart over my lunch break. I got a super soft scarf and gloves set, a $15 Tim Hortons gift card, socks, and a ton of chocolate and candy.

You can also use this as a great excuse to get together with friends this busy holiday season! I went to a "shoebox wrapping party" last weekend hosted by a friend in which everyone purchased items and brought a shoe box to the party to wrap up while we hung out. Support the Shoebox Project this holiday season! Ps. The site I have linked up above is the Canadian website, but there is also a US Shoebox Project.

2. Dressember 

Dressember is such an amazing initiative! I participated last year and, while I am not participating myself this year, am definitely donating to other women who are. Dressember is a campaign that uses fashion to advocate for women who've been exploited; women who need our help across the world. It challenges women to wear a dress for all 31 days of December. In doing so, they are advocating for the inherent dignity of all women.

Participants in Dressember can have people donate to their pledge page; with funds going to support initiatives seeking to end modern day slavery and the exploitation of women.

Participating in Dressember is a great way to support women's rights and help a great cause this holiday season! If you aren't interested in participating, you can definitely still consider donating on the website to support this great cause.

3. Wishes in Flight

Most of you probably know the Make a Wish Foundation; a foundation that works to grant sick children their wishes. But, what many people don't know about is the Make a Wish Foundation's "Wishes in Flight" Program. With this program, you can donate air miles you may have with a ton of different participating airlines. By donating your miles you are helping the Foundation with the travel aspect of kids wishes. This is such a great initiative that you can participate in with a few clicks of a button!

4. Kiva Loans 

Kiva is a unique international non-profit that connects you to individuals across the world in need of a loan. Unlike typical charities you are not donating money rather, you are loaning it to someone to help them buy supplies or otherwise improve their business. I also really like that you can tailor your loans by region of the world or area of interest and you get a sense of really helping when you get to see the exact specifics of what your loan is helping achieve.

Kiva is amazing because you can support women across the world and help them build a better life. I've donated specifically to two different woman in East Africa (I've spent time in both Uganda & Tanzania and part of my heart is still there!) Once those loans are paid back I will go on to re-loan that money to two other woman and hope to continue to do so indefinitely. 

5. Plan to Volunteer or Donate In The New Year
While it is amazing that the holiday season brings out the giving nature in so many people, many non-profit organizations find that they are over-run with volunteers over the holiday season, but are short-staffed come January. A great way to make a difference this holiday season (and perfect if you are busy over the holidays) is to make a concrete plan to volunteer with or donate to a charity in the new year when volunteers/donations are down.

BONUS:  Give Gifts That Give Back! 
If you've been following me for a while, you know that I love supporting brands that give back. An easy way for you to help give back this holiday season is to purchase gifts for the loved ones on your list from companies with a charitable aspect. My favorite companies/brands include:

• The Giving Keys (jewelry)
• DIFF Eyewear (sunglasses)
• Cuddle & Kind (children's toys)
• Flourish Market (womens clothing & accessories)
• Warby Parker (eyewear)
• Krochet Kids (womens clothing & accessories)
• Elegantees (women's clothing)

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Meaningful Gifts

I am excited to share another gift guide with you today. Today I wanted to share some meaningful gift ideas. Some friends and family you want to give something this Christmas with some extra meaning, and I think these gift ideas have got you covered! 

1. Custom Handwriting Bracelet: Isn't this the most beautiful gift idea?! I love the idea of taking a loved one's handwriting and being able to have that on you always. If someone has recently had a grandparent or someone close to them pass away, finding their handwriting (perhaps on an old birthday card) and turning it into this bracelet would be so beautiful! 

2. Oprah Winfrey "The Wisdom of Sundays": For the woman who loves to read, this is a great gift. This book covers so many topics and definitely leaves the reader with a greater understanding of not only your yourself but society.

3. Mockneck Long Sleeve Dress: You may be wondering how a dress is 'meaningful'. This dress, as well as two other items in the below photo, are from The Flourish Market. The Flourish Market is a boutique with a mission to spread dignity across the globe. To that end, they work with brands who engage in ethical and fair trade practices providing dignified jobs and fair wages to artisans across the globe. Meaningful right?! What a great gift to give anyone who likes fashion (it's a gorgeous dress) while supporting a great cause.  

4. Dreamer Charm Necklace c/o - **10% off with code LEGALLEEBLONDE**:   
The Pieces of Me charm necklaces are a great way to give a gift with meaning, that is also timeless and guaranteed to be loved. The necklaces themselves are simple and look beautiful with nearly every style - so every woman would have a place for one in their wardrobe. They are meaningful though because you can select the charm (or charms) that you feel represent the person you are gifting the necklace to. I love the dreamer one as it is a great way to show your support for a friend's dreams and goals this holiday season. 

5. Cheer Up Quotes Jar: What a sweet idea that will bring joy well past the end of the holiday season! I love gifts that will make the recipient smile throughout the year, and this cute quotes jar certainly would do that! It's a great little gift that someone could keep on their desk or nightstand for when they need a pick me up!

6. Goals Journal: This journal goes well beyond a traditional journal as is designed to help inspire and motivate you to reach your goals. There are thought provoking exercises, quotes, etc. This would be a great gift to show your support for someone!

7. Blanket Scarf / Toggle Poncho: This plaid beauty functions as both a poncho (as shown in the photo) or as a blanket scarf. This is, like the above dress, from The Flourish Market and thus helps support a good cause. In the case of this poncho, your purchase helps to build orphanages in India through Angel House. 

8. Initial Coffee Mug: Show your friend or family member that you took the time out to find a personalized gift for them with this monogram mug. And really, who doesn't need more coffee mugs in their life?! They're such a great item to have on hand.

9. Custom-Designed Charm Bracelet: With this charm bracelet from Anthropolgie you really get to make a one of a kind gift. After selecting the bracelet you can pick charms from a huge number of charms to make sure that the recipient has a bracelet that is perfectly them. Love it! 

10. Hello Gorgeous Pouch: This Pouch is from The Flourish Market and is handmade by refugee women. It is perfect to hold makeup or daily essentials and, clearly, would make a great meaningful gift for one of the women on your list this Christmas.

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Gifts for Young Girls

As most of you probably know from my social media, I have 2 nieces and 2 goddaughters and I am beyond obsessed with them. They range in age from 5-10. It's been an incredible journey being their aunt / godmother and I am beyond grateful for them - they are some of the best parts of my life.

Over the past two years or so I have really seen them go from young children to mini adults with strong opinions, strong likes and dislikes, and distinct personalities. Witnessing this has had me thinking a lot more these past few years about what role I can play in giving them the self confidence to be whatever and whomever they want to be.

I figured that many of you probably have young girls in your lives who you will be buying gifts for this holiday season, and who you likewise want to inspire. So, today's gift guide covers gifts for young girls - focusing on gifts that I think are perfect for baby #GirlBosses. Gifts that encourage young girls to be confident and strong and pursue whatever passions they have. Here we go!

1. S'Well Water Bottle: You probably already know why S'Well water bottles are so great, so I won't go into that. They do have kids water bottles now and this print is called 'unicorn dream'... so perfect for young girls. Let's get them helping the environment and keeping their bodies healthy with lots of water from an early age!

2. The Future is Female T-Shirt: I am ordering this for all 4 of the young girls in my life. Such a great message and such a perfect shirt for a Christmas gift! 

3. Initial Heart Shaped Necklaces: Okay so there's not some huge meaningful girlboss message behind these necklaces, but I do love that they are candy colored hearts where you can get each child's initial. There is something to be said about giving girls something with their initial or their monogram - I think it helps reinforce the idea of them as one of a kind person. No one else is them and they can wear their initial jewelry to represent that.  

4. Stuffed Animals: If any of the young girls in your life are still at a stuffed animal age (2 of mine are!) these NEED to be given as gifts!! These ethically made hand knit dolls are from Cuddle & Kind. The purchase of every doll provides 10 meals to children in need across North America. Not only will kids love these stuffies for how cute they are, but it's a great way to start the conversation about the importance of giving back and helping create a better world. The two I've shown in the photo are just two of my favorite stuffies, but there are tons more including some pretty cool mermaids. Definitely one for every little girl's tastes.

5. The Big Book of Girl Stuff: Such a great book for preteen girls. Think of it as a more modern day Judy Blume (... please tell me I'm not the only one who remembers Judy Blume!?!) This book tackles issues of importance for preteens and is a great way to open up a dialogue with young girls about the issues inside, including body image, self-confidence and liking boys! 

6.  Activewear Jacket // Activewear Leggings: I love the fun colors in this set, and every young girl needs great activewear to lead a healthy lifestyle!

7. Strong Girl Wall Art:  How sweet is this print!! This would be such a great gift and a perfect addition to any young girls bedroom.

8. Cinematic Light Box: I like the idea of this as a gift for preteen/ tween girls. It's something that is more mature than toys or dolls, but inspires creativity. They can have this on their bedroom table or nightstand and change the message to suit their mood. 

9. Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: I got this for my 10 year old niece Gracie for her birthday in October and it is now her favorite book! I am so happy she loved it, and I love overhearing her tell people about the stories she's read and what's she's learned. She was telling my mom the other day all about Amelia Earhart!

10. Madeline Book and PJ Set: For younger girls that like Madeline, I couldn't resist this matching PJ set and Madeline book! 

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Black Friday & Cyber Monday: What to Snag & What to Skip

With Black Friday and Cyber Monday being some of the biggest shopping days of the year, I wanted to create a post talking not just about what retailers have sales (though I do have a round-up of retailers and what their sales/discounts are); but to talk about what items - from a fashion perspective - you should be buying during Black Friday / Cyber Monday and what items are actually not worth your hard earned money because the sales are not as good as you might think! 

Of course, I also have rounded up my personal favorites in each of the categories worth spending money on during Black Friday week. Some of the deals are insane (think $500 shoes on sale for $80, and a Tory Burch bag for under $100!) and I can't wait to make my own purchases this weekend when I have some downtime from work!

Black Friday / Cyber Monday Deals:

Ann Taylor: 50% Off Everything with code THANKFUL 
ASOS: 30% off everything with code EPIC30
Banana Republic: 50% off regular price items
Chicwish: 15% off orders over $70 with code BLK15 (Friday & Saturday)
JCrew: 40% off everything with code THANKU
JCrew Factory: 50-60% off everything with code FRIYAY
Nordstrom: Extra 20% off selected sale
Shopbop: 20% off orders $200+, 25% off orders $500+ and 30% off orders $800+ with code MORE17 
Storets: Up to 70% off sale
Topshop: Sales up to 50% off
Tory Burch: 30% off $250 or more with code THANKS

What to Snag This Black Friday Week:

1. Boots & Booties:

Now is the best time to snag some boots and ankle boots. New fall boots and booties (launched late summer usually) are always heavily discounted during black friday week. These are the newest collection for most designers, but as we are only in November, you will still get months of wear out of any boots or booties you invest in. This is unlike most sales which come at the end of the season. I have been loving statement boots this year, so I have rounded up a ton of great ones: 

2. Designer Handbags:
According to RetailMeNot; during Black Friday last year, the most common reduction bracket was 30 to 40 percent off of designer handbags. That makes this, statistically, the highest discounted 'bracket' of any fashion item during this time. So, if you've had your eye on a designer bag, this is the time to pull the trigger! My personal favorites are: 

3. Sweaters:
Similar to boots, sweaters are a perfect item to buy during cyber week as the latest season's trends and top items are heavily discounted, but really we're just starting the season where you are going to want cozy sweaters! I found a number of ones I love that are also work appropriate so huge win there! You can see my favorites below.

 4. Holiday Party Wear: 
Self-explanatory, but clearly this is the perfect time to get a party dress for any holiday parties you have coming up this season! Some of my favorites are:

 What to Skip This Black Friday Week:

1. Winter Coats:
Statistically, winter coats are 20-30% less during boxing week sales than they are now. So, unless you live in a climate where you really need a winter coat before the end of December, skip the winter coat sales and wait until boxing week! 

2. Winter Accessories (Hats, Scarves, etc.):
 Same as above! Winter accessories are usually a bit cheaper during boxing week -though selection doesn't seem to be as good as black friday. I'd still recommend waiting on these items though! 

3. Makeup / Skincare:
Beauty products don't often go on sale (as every makeup lover sadly knows!) and sadly the sales are not that great this Black Friday. I would spend your money on other items where you get a way better deal!

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#Girl Boss | Interview with Molly - Podcaster & Blogger

For today's edition of my #GirlBoss Interview series, I am excited to be introducing you to Molly Stillman. Molly is a podcaster, blogger, and busy mom of two. She is sweet & funny and I know you will be inspired by her. Molly lives in North Carolina (somewhere I am not likely to be anytime soon) but I wanted so badly to interview her for this series that I decided to do our interview over FaceTime. We had a great chat with lots of laughs and I learned a ton. Read on for her interview!

Q: What do you do for a living?

A: I am a blogger, podcaster, wife, and mom 

 

Q: How did you get into it – tell me about your path? 

A:  I got into blogging first. I started my blog right after college because I wanted to have a creative outlet. Originally I wanted to be like The Onion; I was really into comedy. That didn’t last very long! That was back in 2007 and over time it ebbed and flowed as my life changed. It's so funny to look back at old posts and cringe. I even once did a post on bubble wrap!! *side note for my readers: don't worry I did tell Molly she had to find this post and re-share it with us lol, this needs to see the light of day again! haha

In 2010-2011 it became more of a lifestyle blog. In 2013 I was able to leave my day job and pursue it full time. My podcast, Business with Purpose, launched in Sept 2016. I worked in radio previously so I kind of always wanted to do a podcast and in September I finally decided to do it. 

I created Business with Purpose because I am really passionate about companies and people who are trying to make a difference in the world through what they do for a living. I think people want to see good things in the world, they want to see more kindness, and I think it can be overwhelming for people trying to find a way to make a difference in the world... but I think its a lot easier than we make it. So; I wanted to interview business people and entrepreneurs. My original intention was to highlight ethical fashion brands but it expanded when I realize there are so many other people in totally diverse industries - from wedding photographers to relationship coaches - who are using their different fields and finding unique ways to give back. 

Q: What motivates you / inspires you / makes you keep doing what you do?  

A: The biggest thing that drives me (in addition to my family) is that I am incredibly passionate about ending human trafficking. That’s my heartbeat - and that’s what drives everything I do. Educating people and having conversations about it. I try to let people know in anyway that I can that this is a reality still today and its connected to so much in the world that we don’t even realize. I really do believe that we can see human trafficking end in our lifetime. When it companies to companies and brands I support, I think about whether or not this is a brand that’s doing good in the world - ie. that they're not engaging in That there's no human trafficking, no child labour, etc.  

Q: What is the biggest struggle with what you do?

A: Right now its balancing work and motherhood! I try to do the best I can to work when my kids are at pre-school but its hard! Kids get sick or theres a field trip, so much unpredictability! It’s a lot of work. Balance is a real challenge. 

Q: What does being a #GirlBoss mean to you?   

A: You know; I've always been one of those people that’s questioned that term a bit. It's been a tough term for me.. the way I see it; I’m just a BOSS!!! I don’t call my husband a man boss right!? Basically, I find it fascinating that we don’t tell men they're boy bosses, but we call women girl bosses. I want women to know that we are a powerful force in the business world. period!

When it comes to bloggers, my thoughts on this are that bloggers can be seen as vapid and materialistic, and not everyone is like that. Most bloggers that I've met are savvy, smart, hard-working business women and yes the industry were in is weird and unconventional but when you're a blogger you’re your own boss, your own employee, a photographer, a content creator, a copy editor, a web developer, a social media manager - the list goes on! As a blogger you have to wear all these hats and I think that there are a lot of incredible women doing all this and they deserve recognition for being the hard working women that they are.

For a long time I had a hard time when people asked me what I did for a living. I would sort of shyly add that I have this blog – I was almost embarrassed to tell me – Men aren't like that- they’ll fake it till they make it! Women are so much more likely to discredit ourselves and not toot our own horns. I think it's important for women working in any industry to recognize this and be proud and confident. So, back to idea of girl boss (or just a boss as I'd like to say!) I think its being confident and saying proudly that I am a blogger and a podcaster!

On to some fashion questions!

Q: What is your favorite trend right now?
A: I love big earrings and I think they're so in right now. I also like that I think there's a move right now in going back towards classic pieces and making them feel modern with your accessories. We're seeing a lot of jeans and t-shirt looks with great boots or a modern scarf or fun earrings and I really like that! It’s so much more sustainable to have these classic pieces.

Q: Any thoughts on fashion & your career?  A: Hmmm. Well, I think as someone who works from home, fashion can be really interesting. I try and get dressed most days - which can be hard for women working from home. I workout first thing in the morning and it’s nice because it does almost force me to come home and shower and great dressed up. Some days of course I'll be working in sweats, but I’ve been working from home for 4 years now and I've found that the best thing for my productivity is getting dressed, doing my makeup, generally feeling like I'm put together. It helps me be productive. I've notice a massive change in how I feel and my productivity if I’ve gotten ready for the day. 

Q: What is an item that makes you feel empowered?
A: I always feel great in a great dress. Like a really flattering dress that is comfortable - nothing that you have to wear spanx with; no spanx allowed! Just that comfy dress that hits you in all the right places in a beautiful color. It just makes you feel awesome.

Addition: The Zara Situation

Q: As an ethical fashion blogger, I think you would have a lot of insight into something that has been on my mind - and I know a lot of other fashionistas minds lately. That is the business practices of Zara and what we are learning about their horrendous treatment of the people employed to make our clothes. What are your thoughts on this? 

A:  I actually spoke at a luncheon yesterday about this very thing. It came as zero surprise to me, because I have been studying and learning about this for a while now. There are a couple of organizations that do work to hold brands accountable and Zara has ranked horribly for years. In a lot of ways I'm glad its coming out now in a public forum. It was so brave of the workers to do what they did; as doing so is risky for them, the consequences can be severe. People say that slave labor doesn’t exist – and sadly that’s not always the case. People are not always paid to make your clothes, and this is finally coming to light in a public forum. 

A lot of these factories used by big retailers like Zara are incredibly unsafe with unsafe working conditions. It's all in the name of cheap fashion and that makes me so sad. I will be really interested to see how Zara responds – if they change things and if other big retailers follow suit. 

A bit of history about this issue - A lot of things have changed since 2013. In April 2013 there was a tragedy called the Rana Plaza disaster; and this was a situation in which a complex of garment factories in Bangladesh (who made clothes for brands like gap, dillards, h&m, jc penny, etc) collapsed; killing over 1500 workers who were inside. In the months leading up to this, the workers had been saying to their mangers that the buildings were falling apart and noone would do anything. Over 1500 people were killed and 1000s more were injured. It is considered the worst garment factory disaster in history. Following Rana Plaza we did see some positive change come to the industry; but of course there is still a long way to go. The biggest thing is that Zara is not the first and they wont be the last but the more that we as consumers become educated about where and how our clothes are made and then put pressure on brands the more change we will see. I can only hope that the public Zara situation at the moment does raise awareness and in turn create change.

Side note for my readers: I did some research myself on the Rana Plaza disaster and found this article on the changes since Rana Plaza a very good read.

Thank you to Molly for being interviewed today. Be sure to check out her blog for more ethical fashion (and to seriously melt over the cuteness of her children) and her podcast to learn about inspiring people making postive change in the world.

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Gifts for a #GirlBoss

I am so excited to be kicking off the holiday season today with my first holiday gift guide. I will be doing a series of specific gift guides this year - all tailored to the people I think you, my awesome readers, may be shopping for. I will have a tab in the header of my blog with all of this year's guides for easy shopping for you. 

To start off this year's holiday gift guides, I could think of no better fit than gifts for girl bosses. Knowing what bad ass women you all are, I figure that many of you have friends, sisters, etc., that you will be needing to buy Christmas gifts for who are equally amazing girl boss type women.

These gifts are all items that I think would be perfect for the #GirlBoss in your life. You can click the images to be taken to the product (most are clickable in the photo!) and you can also click through to the items as listed below. Read on for more information about each item!  

 

1. Glitter Cardholder: Every working woman needs a business card holder that is suits their style. This glitter one is young and feminine (and comes in three glitter colors), perfect for a girl boss.

2. "Let's Talk Shop" Desk Cardholder: Similarly, a desktop card holder is a great little gift for a friend or sister who is a working woman badass! This one is so chic (and affordable!)

3. Initial Necklace: I like that this necklace goes beyond the classic initial on a chain, to having this unique spinning component. It's a great staple that can be worn with any work outfit, making it a great gift!

4. Bad Girls Throughout History Book: I bought this coffee table book a few months back as a gift to myself when placing a big Amazon order of birthday gifts for people. I am obsessed with it, and highly recommend it for any woman. It's great to flip through and feel inspired by so many women. I actually hadn't heard of quite a few of them and so have learned a ton!

5. Like a Boss Digital Print (c/o): How fun is this digital print!? What I love about this as a gift, is it gives the receiver so many options. Because it is a digital download you can buy it and turn into something or give the download to the recipient to make what they want. This print would be a great desktop background, a perfect print on a pillow for a home office chair or even printed and framed for a home office wall. It's such a versatile item for the price, I love it! 

6. Like a Boss Pillow: Speaking of pillows for a home office chair (or really anywhere in the home), this pillow would be perfect for a the boss babe in your life. I also think it would look sweet paired with a pillow with the above digital print for a cute pillow set!

7. Boss Lady Heels: Now these would be a pretty big splurge as a gift, but I had to include them because they are so perfect for this gift guide. Every working woman, every proud independent woman, should have this pair of shoes! I may need to get these as a Christmas present for myself!

8. "Go-Getter" Cuff Bracelet Set c/o: **10% off with code LEGALLEEBLONDE**
If you follow me on instagram you likely have heard me talk about the jewelry brand behind these cuff bracelets; Pieces of Me. Pieces of me specializes in items that allow you to really celebrate the wearer and the great qualities that they have. There are symbols for a number of different traits that are embossed onto various items of jewelry. This go-getter set is perfect for a #GirlBoss because the symbols on these cuffs are "ambitious" and "passionate". What a great gift to show how much you admire the woman you are giving this to! 

9. Boss Lady Mug c/o: I have a mug addiction, and definitely would love to add this to my personal collection. It is such a great gift for any friend who you know is hustling and being awesome and talking control of their life and career.

10. Merci Mon Cheri T-Shirt: THIS SHIRT!! This shirt was the "it" shirt among fashionistas this fall. No doubt you saw a ton of women on instagram styling this shirt. It is a similar look to a Gucci shirt but I think it's even cuter. It is (originally) from Top Shop selling for under $40 which is why it was such a hit. Unfortunately, it sold out way before most women could get one. I genuinely squealed with joy when I found it back in stock on red bubble. In my opinion, every girl boss needs this great shirt!  

11. Phone Cases: I love the idea of a phone case as a gift because it's affordable, and something that women are able to change up frequently to accessorize their look. Each of the six phone cases are are inspirational or motivational - perfect for any of your girl boss friends. Links to each are: Fight Like a Girl // Get it Girl // Boss Lady // The Future is Female // Girl Boss // Be The Boss 

12. Tech Gloves: I do not even remember how I handled winters pre-tech gloves! For any busy woman in a cold climate, these gloves are a must have! The fingertips are threaded with material to allow you to still use the touchscreen function on your phone. Because walking to work or around at lunch on a cold day, you want to stay warm but still be on your phone! These come in a couple of other colors so you can find the perfect one for your girl boss gift recipient. 

13. Lean In by Sheryl Sandberg: One of the most important reads of our time for working women. It's high praise, I know, but trust me it's worth it. Gift this book to any woman who hasn't yet read it.

14. In the Company of Women: This makes a great coffee table book. Sharing profiles of a hundred women across the world, this book is diverse, insightful and a great gift.

15. Corkcicle: The perfect gift for any woman who drinks wine! Plain and simple!

16. What Would Beyonce Do Desk Name Plate: Wouldn't this be perfect on a home office desk? I feel like I would smile and chuckle every time I saw it! 

17. Girl Boss Pencil Set: Just a simple little addition to any gift for a girl boss in your life. 


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