Gift ideas | Olya Garkusha — A Diary of Inspiration

Hello, beautiful people! Yes, as I said earlier in a holiday gift guide for Her, I know it's almost Christmas, and I'm doing these posts only now. But I'm pretty sure, that lots of you (as I am, dah) kinda prefer 'running late' gifts & presents ;) Yes, sometimes we're just too busy to buy all the gifts on Black Friday or Cyber Monday, and we usually do it on the last days before Celebration.

So, for such Ladies, who haven't yet found X-mas or New Year's surprises for their Gentlemen, I offer to look at my tips down below, and hurry up to buy something from this list! All the things are under 50$, by the way! Enjoy Christmas shopping :)

1. Bow-tie

It may be strictly optional, but I think that bow-tie will always be a great present. Maybe, it's because I just prefer the type of men, who also think that way, or maybe it's just an excellent addition to any look — from classy to casual. But anyway, personally I was never wrong with giving bow-tie as a present, so I highly recommend you to look at 6 versions down below, and choose the one, which your Gentlemen will like! More cute bow-ties here.

1. Casual blue Bow Tie in polka dots | 2. Bow Tie in burgndy | 3. Bow Tie in black with silver triangles

4. Bow Tie with gold stud | 5. White Bow Tie in checkerboard | 6. Plain Bow Tie in a royal blue

2. Backpack

Doesn't matter what style does your Man prefer — backpack or rucksack will always be a necessary present. But looking at those 6 backpacks down below, I understand that this present can also be stylish and will become a great addition to an any look of your Gentleman. I tried to pick up 6 absolutely different styles of this important accessory to satisfy any your preferences! So, hope you'll find what you want to give your friend, boyfriend or father these holidays!

1. ASOS backpack with front zip in white | 2. ASOS Hype black backpack | 3. ASOS backpack in a camel faux leather

4. New Look faux leather backpack | 5. ASOS backpack with strap details | 6. New Look cord backpack in a royal blue

3. Planner

As I told earlier, planner is an amazing gift nowadays. One of the main feature of it is the fact that we're becoming a bit more punctual when we see a list of what else we should do today. Moreover, it also a great way to organize your thoughts & ideas in a one place, so you'll always have them 'right here'. One more great thing about planners & daybooks — is the fact that they also can be an accessory to your style and emphasize your individuality. Sure, if they have an interesting skin like those 6 babes do ;)

1. Ted Baker tweed notebook | 2. Travel Journal with pen | 3. Ted Baker 'Well noted' notebook with pen

4. Nuuna Been There Done That notebook | 5. Ted Baker brogue notebook | 6. Nuuna Japanese ivy notebook

4. Sets & Kits

Everything becomes better with it comes with a freebie on in a kit, isn't it? :) I also think so, and that's why I'm offering you to pay your attention at these 3 'gift baskets' underneath. They say themselves, so I don't think I should describe them now. Just click on the links under their pictures, and be sure, that your Gentleman will be really glad to receive one of those presents this Christmas or New Year's Eve!

1. ASOS watch and pocket square set | 2. Men's Society beard grooming kit | 3. ASOS watch and cardholder set

5. Sneakers

Should I actually talk about the fact why sneakers are a wonderful present? Considering the fact that sneakers now are not only a sport shoes, but an everyday footwear as well, the popularity of them have increased incredibly! So, I think, if your Man likes sport or casual style, he will be really happy to see a pair of new beautiful sneakers underneath the Christmas tree:) I tried to pick up the best 6 models under 50$, so you shouldn't worry about your budget!

1. Bronx minimal sneakers | 2. ASOS lace up sneakers in white | 3. New Look sneakers in a faux suede

4. Lace up sneakers in blue snakeskin effect | 5. ASOS sneakers in block red | 6. Firetrap sneakers

6. Watches

When I was creating these watch collages, I was ready to buy all these pairs for my own, despite the fact that I'm not a Man. But, really, look at them! These babes look incredibly fashionable, concisely and luxuriously although they all are under 50$! Oh, I'm in love with watches as accessory, really. This is THAT detail, that can bring your outfit from 'daily casual' point to 'incredibly stylish' one. It was pretty hard to choose just the 6 of them, but I should (cause it's a gift guide, not a post about men watches). And here they are — the best 6 pairs of Gentleman watches, that can be gifted as a really luxury present, despite their price (under 50$!).

1. ASOS watch with felt strap | 2. ASOS oversized watch in brown | 3. Limit black strap watch

4. ASOS watch with faux leather strap | 5. Reclaimed Vintage stainless steel watches | 6. ASOS watch with black strap

Happy late Christmas shopping, guys!
Olya, x

HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE UNDER 50$: FOR HIM

Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Hello, my friends! I know, that I'm doing it pretty late, cause it's something like 11 days before Christmas, but it's better late, than never, isn't it?:) So, I proudly introduce you a big Holiday Gift Guide for Her under 50$! This will be already the second post about Christmas 2016. I've done a 'where to go on holidays' post in the beginning of December (click here to read), so gift guide will be kinda continuation of this holiday posts lane. So, I hope this post is where you'll find your perfect Christmas gift under 50$ for your beloved lady:) Enjoy!

1. Planner

As a working girl, and as a person who has a huge list of to-dos for every day, I have to say — planner is my everything! I don't know, really, how have I lived without it before. It's so handy, when you have a place to write your notes and important things to do. Where you can also make sketches and write your thoughts. Needless to say, planner — is really an indispensable thing nowadays. And sure, it should be beautiful to give you an inspiration to work every time you look at it! So, I chose the best 5 datebooks (that look like pieces of art). You can find all the links to them down below, and click here if you want more artful planners under 50$

1. Kate Spade black stripe planner | 2. Kate Spade gold polka dots planner | 3. Paper Source white flowers planner | 4. Paper Source brushstroke planner | 5. Cavallini Lime daily planner

2. Starbucks mug

If you're a traveler, or a working girl, or love Starbucks, or just adore beautiful things — in any way, this will be an amazing present. There're so many different unique styles of these mugs & tumblers — from ones in an absolutely classic Starbucks green/white design, to a really beautiful pieces of art with Swarovski crystals & golden details. You definitely should look for the best gift for Christmas in a Starbucks store! Click here for more unique drinkware from Starbucks under 50$.

1. Confetti double wall travel cup | 2. Stainless & ceramic turquoise mug | 3. Gold zipper double wall travel cup | 4. Red dots stainless steel mug | 5. Studded double wall travel cup

3. Jewelry

Sure, we, girls, do love jewelry! And I've never thought about jewelry as a 'boring' or 'stereotyped' present, as many of us do. I think, that a beautiful necklace, or a charming bracelet never will be a bad gift. So, on these holidays, I highly recommend you to pay you attention on a statement necklaces & rings sets as the most popular trends of a next year.

1. Faux stone statement necklace | 2. Etched flower statement necklace | 3. Floral faux gem necklace | 4. Faux pearl statement necklace | 5. Faux gem statement necklace

1. Twisted band ring set | 2. Faux gem ring set | 3. Faux stone ring set

4. Organic cosmetics

I'm pretty sure that your girlfriend or bff or mum will be glad to receive an eco-set of cosmetics or a skin care products. Organic, despite the fact that it's a top trend now, also have a list of a positive features — it's natural, it doesn't harm your skin as a regular cosmetics do, and have a great amount of benefits as well. So, if you're thinking about the best present for your lady, don't hesitate, and choose organic! All the products down below are under 50$.

1. Eco mattifying compact powder | 2. Eco care lipstick | 3. Eco high definition cake eyeliner | 4. Eco night repair cream {more of skincare products here} | 5. Eco blush brush

5. Nice little things

When I've found this site called Anthropologie, I was completely out of a real life for a couple of hours! It's just an amazing mini-world of a beautiful little presents, clothes, shoes, house decor stuff and many-many other useful & cute things. I'm sure, I told it before, that I have a weakness for a beautiful website design. And when I find online stores with incredibly designed websites and wonderful photos of their products, it's already a 70% guarantee that I'll buy here something! But these products are very cute itself, so a beautiful decoration is just a little addition to them. So, here're just 6 pieces under 50$ of all the wonderful stuff you can find on Anthropologie!

1. Monogram crest journal | 2. Show off hands manicure set | 3. Colorful shorty pen

4. Snowfall cookie cutters | 5. The Artist's studio Eau de Parfum | 6. Goldie compact mirror

6. Christmas decorations

In the continuation of a previous point about Anthropologie website, I should tell that I've found there really cute & wonderful Christmas decorations, which can be an amazing holiday gift as well. So, enjoy just 6 of them under 50$ :)