Wrap It to Go – For Her

By Nancy Won  |  November 1, 2011

There’s something special about a gift bought and brought home from your travels. The recipient not only gets a fantastic present, they enjoy a story behind it as well. With that in mind, we put together a list of ideas for her that you can grab and tuck inside your luggage.

Sleep Well

Upgrade your next long-haul flight with Banjo & Matilda’s luxurious cashmere travel set that includes an extra-soft pillow, eye mask and an optional blanket—perfect for a restful snooze at 30,000 feet. $279, www.banjoandmatilda.com

Friends with Benefits

Nothing says BFF like a good old-fashioned friendship bracelet. Show your friend how much you care with a chic, grown-up take on the classic childhood bauble by posh jewelry purveyor Links of London. $225, www.linksoflondon.com

Words to Live By

Say it with love. Elizabeth Lindsay Creations let you create a special note for someone with a variety of Token Tags. Starting at $25, www.elizabethlindsay.com

Love Letters

Irresistible script necklaces from acclaimed jewelry designer Paloma Picasso’s Graffiti collection for Tiffany & Co. feature the designer’s own handwriting in white gold, rose gold or sparkling diamonds. $200-$2,400, www.tiffany.com

Instant Gratification

The retro instant photo prints spit out by Fujifilm’s sleek new Instax Mini 50S harken back to the 1900s, a time before digital pictures and camera phones. $154, www.fujifilmusa.com

Lighten Up

Add a Parisian je-ne-sais-quoi to your holidays with this limited-edition candle set by legendary French parfumer Diptyque. Scents include the classic Feu de Bois (firewood), spicy Pomander (notes of orange, cloves and cinnamon) and Pin (pine needles with a hint of patchouli). $84, www.diptyqueparis.com

Close Knit

Wool And The Gang’s knitting kits come packed with all the yarn, needles and patterns necessary to DIY anything from a hip slouchy sweater to a comfy oversized scarf. $59–$189, www.woolandthegang.com

Golden Glow

All-natural skin-care line Sphatika is a mainstay among eco-savvy Hollywood-types who love the luxurious Gold Finishing Serum and Pearl Night Serum. Both are included in the Daily Regime Travel Kit—the perfect first step to glowing holiday skin. $185, www.sphatika.com

Art History 101

Thanks to the folks at Phaidon Press you can give the art lover in your life access to the world’s most important works in the form of The Art Museum, which includes more than 2,500 art pieces with commentary by top critics and curators. $200, www.phaidon.com

Bag Lady

The über-glam Lady Bag by ela is a luxe rabbit fur take on designer Ela Kowalewska’s signature leather satchel. $580, www.elahandbags.com

Into the Wild

Alexander McQueen’s chic leopard print silk-chiffon scarf adds instant style (and animal attraction) to any winter ensemble. $475, www.net-a-porter.com