13 Gifts for Fashionable Folks in Providence
Flashy earrings! Faux fur jackets! Slim sneakers! There are so many fashion trends going on at all moments that it’s hard to keep track… And if you’re shopping for that impeccably dressed person in your life this holiday season, this can seem like an impossible feat. That’s why we’re here for some gift inspiration! We’ve put together a guide featuring clothing, shoes, and accessories that we’re eyeing for the fashionable folks in our lives.
Check out what we recommend as gifts for the fashionable folks in Providence (all from small business in downtown Providence, RI).
WE RECOMMEND…
The Fashion Book, Symposium Books, $59
If you’re shopping for fashionable folks, odds are that The Fashion Book is something of interest... (It’s even been recently been updated and serves as a standard resource for those interested in the history of fashion!)
Ivory Posh Jacket, Homestyle, $185
Faux fur is going nowhere this winter, according to InStyle! So we are all too happy to don this chic jacket as winter sets in…
Asics Japan Pro Sneakers, Civil, $105
Slimmer, slicker sneakers have been trending for a while now, and we’re here for it! Check out these modern shoes (with a retro 80s feel) from Asics.
Baggu Embroidered Fanny Pack, Queen of Hearts and Modern Love, $56
Hands-free is the way to go when it comes to fashion these days! And this adorable fanny pack can fit all your valuables.
Mangrove Flower Posts with White Pearls, Craftland, $75
According to Glamour, “Pearls have been trending for a little while now, getting flashier on each successive runway.” That means that this elegant pair of hand crafted pearl earrings are a great gift option.
Black Vintage Knee High Gucci Riding Boots, The Vault Collective, $250
Black knee high boots are in this season, so this vintage Gucci pair is a rare find!
Spartina Mod Balloon Hoop Earrings, Homestyle, $28
Gold hoops are a timeless accessory!
Bigger Than Fashion: How “Streetwear“ Conquered Culture, Symposium Books, $30
If you’re interested in American fashion, this is a must read new release by Tyler Watamanuk: “Since the first recognizable wave of streetwear labels started to form in the 1980s, it was a slow and steady swell over the next three decades until the clothes eventually exploded into mainstream fashion and popular culture.”
FRNCH Chjara Sweater, Queen of Hearts and Modern Love, $98
Chunky knit sweaters are a versatile, classic look each winter! (We’ll take any excuse to channel our inner Sandra Bullock in While You Were Sleeping.)
Lock Necklace, Craftland, $28
This interwoven chain mail necklace is a real statement piece and a Craftland staff favorite!
Civil Rat Tee, Civil, $32
Civil is our favorite downtown Providence skate shop and their custom merch is something we often see on all the cool kids…
Mind’s Eye Design Artemis Earrings, Queen of Hearts and Modern Love, $32
A bold, oversized statement earring can change an entire look...
Blue Crushed Velvet Jacket, Homestyle, $144
This is the time of year when we can layer to our hearts content! And this soft, gorgeous jacket will dress up any outfit.
BONUS: And, of course, hair is an excellent way to express oneself. Shopping for someone who loves a fresh, creative cut? The hair stylists at the hair salon GUM—located in downtown Providence—know what they’re doing. Book an appointment and give the gift of a custom color, root touch up, blow-dry, or other hair style during a session this season! Check out the pricing and offerings and then purchase a gift card here.
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