Gift Ideas for Yourself + Some Noteworthy After Christmas Sales

December 26, 2024

Christmas in Paris

The last few years I’ve had fun doing one final *sort of* gift guide post-Christmas with a few ideas to gift yourself as all the sales once again start up or really if you just want to treat yourself for making it through the year. 

This year’s inclusions are basically a list of things I own and love and can’t recommend enough as a way to treat yourself. So go ahead, you’ve earned it! Also included at the bottom of the post are a few post-Christmas sales worth shopping. You may also want to browse the w&w Bestsellers Shop. It’s all the most loved products by you guys in case you want to know what other readers love!

Wishing you all a very happy new year!

Gift Ideas for Yourself

Dorsey Jewelry

My favorite jewelry brand. So well made and each piece feels very special.

Five Minute Journal

My personal favorite and such a good habit to start at the onset of a new year.

Chanel Lip Gloss

A favorite for several years running now. Shade 722 is so good. Consider adding my go-to liquid eyeliner to your order.

Tatcha Dewy Cream

My No. 1 most used moisturizer of the last two years. Makes makeup look so good. I’ve gone through several jars and never travel without.

Tumi Bag

I don’t go on any trip without this since buying it two years ago. It has been a w&w top seller for two years running.

Sarah Flint Shoes

A favorite brand of shoes – they are all designed to be so comfortable and elevate every outfit. 

Noise Cancelling Headphones

Upgrade your life at home and when traveling in 2025. These are game-changers.

Truffle Cases 

I never travel without them in four different sizes. I guarantee they will improve your travels. 

Lululemon Sports Bra

One of my very favorites – perfect to refresh your sports bra drawer for the onset of the new year and workouts.

New Books

Here are a bunch of books I’ve read and loved if you want to treat yourself to some new good books!

Bash Meredith Jacket

I own it in three colors and wear it all.the.time. Size M.

Osea Bodycare

My favorite luxury body care. Just the dreamiest.

Red Light Mask

So good for fighting redness, toning and other benefits. I adore mine.

Jenni Kayne Knitwear

This brand is pricey so I always buy stuff when it is on sale. See my favorites in my Jenni Kayne Apparel Review. Every piece I have kept is in heavy rotation. If you get one thing – I’d make it the Cashmere Fisherman. It is my most worn sweater (so much so I have it in four colors).

My most loved favorites + the styles I am eyeing for both Clothing and Home are showcased below! I think their candles make great gifts and this is my most worn sweater (so much so I own it in four colors!) This pullover (size M) is the one I live in this time of year and I recently got this gorgeous cashmere oversized sweater (black; S) and am in love with it.

APL Sneakers

I love mine so much. These are so comfy, require no-socks and look stylish while being practical. I wear them on nearly all my walks. They have so many styles. I size down half a size.

Demellier London Bags

Beautifully made and so versatile.

Freda Salvador Boots

These chic boots are so comfortable and really elevate any look. I took my TTS. I now own two colors.

Vuori Clothes

One of my go-to athleisure brands my review has been updated with all my favorite pieces I own and wear regularly.

And for more of a 2025 workout clothes reset, check out my My Current Favorite Workout Clothes.

Amazon Sweater Dress

One of my best Amazon Fashion finds ever. I sized up to a L. I love the exaggerated sleeve.

Dana Rebecca

Beautiful, timeless jewelry. I own this necklace and this ring

Luxe Knit Set

This luxe knit set was so much better than I imagined and has been on constant repeat as a result. I wear a size 2.

Away Luggage

I’ve loved and used their luggage for nearly ten years now. I own the Bigger Carry On, The Medium and The Large. I also like their Accessories.

Common Projects Sneakers

Investment sneakers that are worth it. With our new casual lifestyles I can guarantee the cost per wear on these are worth it. My full review & all the ways I’ve worn mine can be read here. Every time someone splurges on these I get a message about “ok now I get it”.

Athleta Elation Leggings

Hands down one of my favorite leggings for several years running. I size down to a Small. Followed shortly by these. So crazy soft – perfect for winter days. 

Amazon Prime

Because it’ll change your life for the better in the new year. 2 day shipping! Grocery delivery! Video streaming! And so much more. See all my Amazon favorites here.

MM.LaFleur Leslie Tee

Let’s all commit to better basics in 2025 shall we? This is one of my favorite tees. Such great quality, thick so it doesn’t stretch out and from a female founded small business. 

They also have a lot on sale now including one of my go-to black pants (I wear size 6 – the fabric is so special) and this excellent blazer I own in several colorways (size 4). And this blazer I own and love, too! Size 6. Way better in person TBH.

The best bras *ever*

This style, this style and this style are all in heavy rotation for me and have been for nearly a decade.

La Ligne Knits

Elevated investment knits you know I can’t get enough.

Sezane Scott Trench Coat

A timeless classic. I absolutely love my Sezane trench

Sezane Betty Cardigan

I loved it so much the past year I now own it in four colors. Sized up to a L.

Or consider really any of these Sezane Classics.

Bearbay Weighted Blanket

My favorite weighted blanket that has me sleeping more soundly in a major way. Can’t recommend it enough.

Brooklinen Bedding

Longtime readers know I’m obsessed with Brooklinen’s bedding – my entire bed is it! Don’t miss their Classic Sheets, Heathered Cashmere Sheets, Mattress Toppers, Linen Duvet Cover and Bath Towels at 20% off. I can’t recommend this brand enough – go ahead and treat your self and upgrade your bed or bath! Would also make a great luxury gift for someone.

My Saatva mattress

It’s one of the best purchases I’ve ever made. I have had it for three years and it is the best sleep I’ve ever had at home. I own the Luxury Firm and it is heaven. 

White + Warren Cashmere Wrap

I’ve come to own this in three colors so I can have the perfect matching one for whatever trip I may be headed on. I wear it as a wrap and use it as a pillow on a plane and as a scarf for colder temperature trips.

Inez Heeled Booties

One of my most worn pairs since 2019 – so comfy despite the heel height – I walked over 20,000 steps a day in London in these! I added the black to my closet just last year, too.

Loeffler Randall Boots

Going on eight years of loving wearing these boots. They have been bestsellers with you guys for just as long! Comfy, well made and hold up with lots of wear – all of which make them worth the investment in my opinion.

Lake Pajamas

Start out the new year with comfy, cozy pajamas that are cute and will just make you smile every time you don them.

Westman Atelier Makeup

The most gorgeous makeup to get your hands on and elevate your every day makeup routine. 

Victoria Beckham Beauty

My other favorite luxe beauty line.

NuFACE

My favorite tool I got several years ago and I have been so happy with the results. 

Winter Coats

They are the thing that makes an outfit this time of year. Worth an investment and many are now on sale!

Great Jeans

This pair I own in three different colors/washes. 

Veronica Beard Jackets

My absolute favorite statement makers for polished outfits.

Dyson Vacuum

Trust me you won’t regret it.

Samsung Frame TV

I love mine so much.

Crate & Barrel Glassware

Upgrade your bar cart for the new year. They make so many of my favorite glasses.

Clarins Depuffing Mask

Trust me on this one! Wonder worker.

Caudalie Skincare

I swear by it.

Also, if shopping sales today, here are some post-Christmas sales on now that I think are worth shopping.

Noteworthy After Christmas Sales

And if you’re eyeing pieces I’ve worn on the blog and Instagram to see if they are on sale – I’d recommend checking here and here

Mytheresa

If you’ve been eyeing any designer items – a lot of them are 50% off in the Mytheresa sale right now! I spotted some good Khaite pieces in particular.

Net a Porter

Same with Net a Porter – loads of designer markdowns worth browsing!

Aurate

One of my go-to jewelry brands, their pieces are simple yet special. And now they are offering markdowns sitewide.

J.Crew

I am loving their new arrivals but the sale also includes a lot of items I own and love. Right now they are running a Cashmere End of Season Sale with up to 50% off select cashmere (yes, really!) Prices as marked.

Gift Ideas for Yourself by Wit Whimsy Blogger Meghan Donovan shares Paris Fall Outfit - Slip Skirt with Leather Jacket and Sarah Flint Boots

This chic silk pull on skirt. Sized down to a small. I own it in 3 colors/patterns now!

Gift Ideas for Yourself by Wit Whimsy Blogger Meghan Donovan shares Holiday Outfits with J.Crew

This whole look.

Gift Ideas for Yourself by Wit Whimsy Blogger Meghan Donovan with J.Crew Slip Dress Cyber Monday Sale

This versatile and classic slip dress. Wearing a 6.

J.Crew Trousers Cyber Monday Sale

The IYKYK trouser we’ve built a cult following around. I sized up to an 8.

Holiday Outfits with J.Crew

The J.Crew Stevie boots.

So good for walking around. I got so much wear out of mine from last year and can’t wait to pull them out again.

J.Crew plaid blazer | Things in My Closet I Can't Wait to Wear This Fall

This plaid blazer from J.Crew (Size M).

Classic Outfit I Plaid Blazer in Paris

This cashmere layering tee (L).

Up to 50% off almost everything including cashmere and suiting (!!) I am loving their new arrivals (so many fun and festive finds for this time of year!) but the sale also includes a lot of items I own and love.

J.Crew Ribbed Cashmere Sweater and Sequin Mini

 

J.Crew Ribbed Cashmere Sweater (L) and Sequin Mini (8)

Meghan Donovan in J.Crew Gwyneth lace-trim slip skirt in textured satin

This whole look shoppable HERE.

red sweater outfit

This whole look shoppable HERE.

.Crew Pleated Dress Faux Fur Jacket Cyber Monday Sale

J.Crew Pleated Dress (M) + Faux Fur Jacket (L) + Bag + Boots

  

From Shopbop

Lots marked down post Christmas so their Sale Section is well worth a look. 

Below are some of my top picks from Shopbop plus a shoppable widget of even more items from Shopbop that I own that may be on sale.

Don’t miss shopping all my Shopbop Hearts HERE!

 

Everlane

They’re offering up to 60% off markdowns which will be some of the best savings available this season! Many favorite styles will sell out and once they’re gone, they wont be getting restocked.

Some of my Everlane staples:

 

Gift Ideas for Yourself by Wit Whimsy Blogger Meghan Donovan shares everlane blazer | Cyber Monday Sale

This blazer (size 2) I own in 4 colors. Size down!

Gift Ideas for Yourself by Wit Whimsy Blogger Meghan Donovan shares Everlane Half Zip | Cyber Monday Sale

This cozy Everlane half zip. Size M.

Best Coats for Women Cyber Monday Sale

My Everlane puffer coat for winter. Size S.

Gift Ideas for Yourself by Wit Whimsy Blogger Meghan Donovan shares Inez Mila Boot Fall Outfit Cyber Monday Sale

This sweater. Size M.

Gift Ideas for Yourself by Wit Whimsy Blogger Meghan Donovan with Easy Every Day Everlane Outfit I wit & whimsy

This staple alpaca sweater. Wearing a M.

Ann Taylor

Their semi-annual sale has nearly the whole site 40% off including 300+ just added styles.

Revolve

Up to 70% off loads of cute pieces as part of their After Christmas sale. Definitely worth browsing if you still need a NYE look sent quickly or have a trip coming up that you’d like some new pieces for.

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Don’t forget you can shop my closet here and shop my looks and our weekly bestsellers – many of which may now be marked down- over on my LTK page.

Finally, if you spotted things you wanted in my 2024 gift guides, many may be on sale now so you can peruse them all here.

Happy shopping, friends and wishing you all a wonderful new year!

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  1. Amanda says:

    Just go the Inez Paz 70 boots in Ginger for Christmas – could not believe how comfortable they are!!! Thank you so much for sharing this brand, I cannot wait to wear these 🙂

    Love and look forward to all of your posts !

  2. Tina says:

    Is there a code for Jenni Kayne?

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