LAGUNA BEACH MAGAZINE HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
GIFTS FROM THE HEART
CHECK OUT THIS GUIDE TO PERFECT PRESENTS FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST , ALL FROM LOCAL STORES . By LAGUNA BEACH MAGAZINE STAFF
EVERY YEAR , IT ’ S A MAD DASH TO GET HOLIDAY SHOPPING DONE IN TIME — not to mention finding the perfect gifts for friends and family . But this season , there ’ s no need to stress . We ’ ve compiled a gift guide with recommendations that will put a smile on everyone ’ s face . So whether you ’ re picking up a present made by a local artist at Sawdust Art Festival ’ s Winter Fantasy ( weekends through Dec . 18 ) or a meaningful memento from a Laguna Beach store , you can feel good about getting great gifts and helping the local economy by supporting shops and brands that are based in town . Read on for holiday shopping tips that are sure to spread some joy this season .
Beauty Junkie
Both vegan and gluten free , Lily Lolo ’ s CHEEK DUO is the perfect way to add a pop of color to your complexion no matter where you are . This compact , which features a mirror for easy application , comes with both a matte and a shimmer shade so you can choose a subtle blush or a vibrant glow , $ 26.50 , at Roots the Beauty Underground . ( 949-424-4266 ; rootsbeauty . com )
Wine Connoisseur
Whether it ’ s a holiday present , a host gift or a bottle to serve at dinner , you can ’ t go wrong with a signature label from Bianchi — and with a tasting room in north Laguna , it ’ s easy to support these local winemakers . Try the 2021 ROSE MAGNUM , $ 75 , with a dry finish and notes of strawberry and grapefruit , or the 2018 SIGNATURE CABERNET SAUVIGNON , $ 37 , for a rich , dark vino that ’ s perfect for winter . ( 949-646-9100 ; bianchiwine . com )
Art Lover
While Laguna is filled with galleries to visit and paintings to buy , opt for a unique gift for your favorite art lover this season . More than 30 artists present wearable artwork at this downtown boutique , with pieces like the silk BOHO BURNOUT PONCHO — FILIGREE featuring stunning , hand-dyed color by Martin Venzal and versatile design , $ 65 , at Duet Laguna Beach . ( 949-376-7999 ; duetlaguna . com )
BOTTOM LEFT : COURTESY OF MARTIN VENZAL
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