The Wishlist Edit

what's on their wishlist: the Substack Fashion creators edition

Nov 13, 2025

In this post, you’ll find a ton of great ideas curated by some of my favorite fashion Substack creators. I asked them to share:

Something big on their wishlist
Little things on their wishlist
Experience(s) on their wishlist
Something they’ll be giving to others

→ This is the kind of post you want to like, bookmark, and come back to for great, original ideas.

Now sit back, relax, and discover what 17 Substack fashion writers shared with me. You’ll see — it’s personal, thoughtful, and genuinely inspiring. The kind of ideas no ~~boring~~ traditional gift guide could ever give you. Feel free to steal from that!
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Now. I’ll go first:

1. Ardas Chandra from The Radiant Self

This Tekla hooded bathrobe is perfect.
I’d take a new Tekla set (duvet cover + pillow sham).
I’m really into those Monica Vinader bangles (I recommend this, this and that?). (I can’t say it enough: this travel jewelry box is #1 recommendation, it’s so good!!) (love this ring a lot) — all currently on sale for Black Friday
This Liffner evening clutch is so chic.
→ It’s not in the Liffner Black Friday sale, but some great styles are, you can check the sale section here (codes: BROWNS25 for the Dark Brown bags, RHUM30 for the Rhum bags, BLACKS25 for the Black bags in this selection).
The No. 3 hair brush from La Bonne Brosse Brush (15% off Nov 27-Dec 1)
This 2026 fashion planner from Smythson.
The Five Minute journal: I will use it every day, promise.
The Five Minute make-up set by Merit!
This butter dish and the tortoise butter spreader from Sabre Paris! I’m French, after all…
Fresh flowers. Anytime. I like this stainless steel vase a lot.
Fun, weird, great jigsaws for grown-ups, via LePuzz: so good!
I love already made gift sets because I love great packaging: I’d do this one from l’Occitane (with the best shower oil ever) and really any of the gift sets from Flamingo Estate (if you’re US-based).
A 600-page beautiful coffee table book filled with amazing interviews, a great conversation starter: The Guide to Becoming Alive, bundled with this Manuka hand cream.

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November 2, 2025

Do you know this feeling when you find something so good that you want to tell everyone about it? Well, this is it. It might also serve as a gift guide or wishlist.

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2. Anna Newton from The Wardrobe Edit

The CBK: Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, A Life in Fashion book. I love the idea of spending the morning snuggled on the sofa, having a flick through.
The gift of time (!) I really miss pottering around the house - ALONE! The best gift would be a sleepy Sunday afternoon to myself so I could bake, organise, and do one of those showers that just go on forever.
A cinema membership to Everyman cinema for the year.
But if not that, then I’m a sucker for a spa day!
For my foodie friends, I love to gift them a Microplane zester.
But this year, pens for everyone! My friend gave me this pen, the Drehgriffel Nr. 1 from Leuchtturm1917, and it truly is the most satisfying pen I’ve EVER used (it’s refillable and you can engrave it with their name)!

3. Laura Kirk De Valencia from La Deeply Shallow

The Row Pallenberg off-the-shoulder cotton top (or here in black)
Alternatively, these handmade Baku “bolillo tennis” shoes for the quality (I have two pairs from the brand, can’t recommend enough!) and the irony of the swoosh!
A mug by Pomelo Casa!
A subscription to Cabana magazine (in Europe, get it here)
I can’t go wrong with Royal Highnies pajama pants!

4. Sogole Kane from Another Fashion Newsletter

A smart mattress topper from Eight Sleep, with a smart system that helps regulate temperature, manage health tracking, and support back health! This is the best gift for couples (up to 700$ off on Black Friday).
I love fine jewelry. I have my eye on this Adina Reyter dice charm (a nod to my Fashion Roulette post)!
A family weekend trip up to Solvang, a gorgeous little Danish town near Santa Barbara that transforms into a living, breathing gingerbread house and festive holiday experience.
I am loving Cassandra Grey’s creation: the new Madame Grey Zodiac candles, her hair fragrance, and the travel-size fragrance (they are mainstays on my vanity)!

5. Kelly Williams from Midimalist

This black car coat from Toteme! I ADORE the shape, it looks perfect to layer knitwear under.
At my house, stockings are filled with the fun little things such as… my favorite sheer balm-meets-lipstick by Violette_FR. The color bonbon à la rose is such a pretty pink that adds color while still feeling natural.
I started playing tennis last October. I am fully obsessed and play every chance I get. I would love private tennis lessons!
This nail kit by Celisse. The colors are so lovely, but also shiny in a way that makes my nails look like I just came home from a salon.
I also will be giving to my local food banks!

6. Irene Kim (김애린) from In Moda Veritas

We moved into our Paris rental in July. There isn’t a night that goes by that I don’t think about my incredible and (always) firm Kingsdown mattress at home in Toronto. I know mattresses are the best investment, but I’m still struggling to pull the trigger on this one!
I would like soft, fluffable goose down pillows because these H&M Home pillows aren’t cutting it. I loved these ones from Au Lit Fine Linens we had at home.
+ 4. A gift certificate for afternoon tea for two at OGATA Paris (16, rue Debelleyme). An oasis of peace in the Marais!!

7. Jennifer Cook from Mom Friend

A pair of black flats from Le Monde Beryl Luna’s. They would be a splurge for both me (and anyone that I’m getting a gift from this season), but man, are they dreamy!
Any form of paper goods or stationery. Though I’m really after a classic Filofax this year, I also have my eye on these hand-painted notebooks from Moglea that are beautiful and all one of a kind.
I’ll always accept a massage or spa day at Bathhouse (NYC)!
My favorite things to gift are kitchen items!
I have stumbled upon a treasure trove of vintage French tea towels on Etsy that I want to buy and gift to everyone I know.

8. Anika Krueger from No Wardrobe

The new Lié Studio Lou bag, it’s such a classic, timeless bag (20% off until November 18th)
The Five Minute Morning Set by Merit! For a quick and fresh daily make-up routine
→ Merit is having a rare yearly sale with 20% off on everything, from November 22nd on, up to 32% off on some sets, and up to 44% off on selected products and shades that will be discontinued in 2026. Prepare your cart now!
Great coffee! My favorite coffee roastery has a winter coffee which comes in golden foil and tastes like cardamom, cinnamon, aniseed, fennel, and ginger.
I also love to receive international print magazines - whether it’s fashion or interior.
A gift card for a fancy restaurant or a wine tasting.
A hiking day or ice skating.
A day at the museum or a cooking class!
I’m thinking of buying this COS croc belt for someone, and you can never go wrong with a pair of cashmere socks!
I love to get people tickets to musicals, art events, or experiences to do together.

9. OFELIA from All The Above

A coat and a pair of black boots.
I adore this heather gray coat from Soeur (the shape, collar, and color)!
I’ve been eyeing the A.Emery Hudson boots for over a year. But I also love the Xena boots from Flattered as an alternative.
This Squiggle Pitcher from Sophie Lou Jacobsen, so precious. And those bitty bowls from East Fork, perfect for everyday snacks, baking and serving.
A HydraFacial!
A coffee shop date followed by a book shopping adventure!
I’m really fond of the Crown Affair hair towel, it makes a great gift too.
This red triangle scarf from Aritzia, in red or the new light taupe color!

10. Marie Jaster from More Than Beige

A watch, the bi-color Panthère de Cartier! One day!
The beautiful belted pony hair bucket leopard bag from Toteme, perfect for everyday life.
This red cable knit sweater from COS (70% wool, 30% cashmere), to add colors to my (full of brown) wardrobe.
The Vera earrings from Lié Studio for everyday gold hoops.
My Glossier perfume is running low, and I’d love a refill! It feels like my scent. I also love the softer Glossier You Doux.
This blush and lip trio from Rhode!
This wooden jewelry box from Zara Home, as an upgrade from my Muji drawers!
The perfect cashmere balaclava from Soft Goat.
Manicure or pedicure vouchers
Osteopathy sessions
Massages
Credits for Reformer Pilates
I’d give away:
Closet clean-outs & styling sessions with friends: a day of decluttering, styling, shopping? Amazing!
The stone necklaces from Berlin brand Project Under Maintenance. Each piece is unique!

11. Anna Baldwin from By Baldwin

This Bracelet Salazar in red, a blend of sophistication and ease.
This Dries Van Noten clutch, the prints and embroidery are amazing.
A new luxury card holder, exceptional quality with an understated design. Something timeless that elevates the everyday.
Travel-size toiletries! Having a fully stocked toiletry bag with minis ready to grab is such a luxury in practice.
Bathleisure from Vieve, especially the bubble bath, candles and the makeup primer.
This very chic Wandler pouch for my lip liners, etc.
Some nice experiences.
Color Analysis
Monthly Car Wash Membership
A teatime with friends
111Skin Sheet Masks. People rarely want to splurge on these, which is why they make such a good gift. The results are absolutely worth it.
Alice Brainstorm Mushrooms, amazing for focus and a great way to cut down on caffeine.
Violette_FR Bisou Jelly in BonBon à la Rose! The most flattering soft-pink lip!
Local Caramel Chocolate bites. I’d bundle them with Harney & Sons Mint Tea for a cozy little duo.

12. Angharad Jones from The Jones Report

A traditional Welsh stick chair. I’m half Welsh. Designed in the 13th, but I feel they look like they could be contemporary.
This big brown double-breasted coat and wool trousers with deep front pleats from Wright + Doyle, a British unisex clothing brand that makes really interesting pieces with great silhouettes.
The Noorie short black coat from Almada Label, a cashmere/wool blend, really luxurious.
I love this trio of beeswax candles from Wax Atelier, in different shades (handmade in East London).
A new tube of this Multi Moisture Cream from Sonsie (for hydration and sensitive skin)!
Fancy coffee!
A weekend away: Fowlescombe Farm in Devon is on my list.
If the person I were buying for loved red wine, I’d get them a bottle of Penfolds Bin 389.
Monica Vinader makes zodiac necklaces that are subtle and tasteful, but feel very personal.
A big resin bangle from Dinosaur Designs: it’s unusual, can be worn with pretty much anything, and it’s well-made but not expensive!

13. Lee Glandorf from The Sweat Lookbook

I am obsessed with my red and black floral embroidered blouse from Ukrainian brand Etnodim. I would really like another one, and love the cut and tonal embroidery of this one!
I can’t have enough colorful running socks from SOAR!
My twin sister and I went on a trip to London for a long weekend last year to see our favorite podcasters, The Rest is History, live. This year we want to take another trip, and a Soul & Surf retreat in Portugal is calling our name.
This book: We Loved to Run by Stephanie Reents. A novel that perfectly captures the camaraderie, care, and competition among a group of young women part of a DIII cross country team.

14. Maria Hyde from Essential Reads

I’m not one to splurge on jewellery for myself, but I hope to collect a few pieces that I can eventually pass down to my daughter. These solid gold birthstone charms from Kinn would be a beautiful gift to get because they can be personalized to be meaningful.
A minimal, sleek way to store my jewellery pieces: these book boxes from Heaven Mayhem are perfect.
Every year, the Toronto Symphony Orchestra screens a holiday movie with a live performance, and it’s such a fun, magical family experience. This year, it’s Home Alone, I’d like to make it our family holiday tradition.
Photo books to gift family members. One for my mom, from our trip to Paris last year!

15. Lindsay Sword from Fashion Soup

Because why not: a personal shopping session at Bergdorf’s! A friend did this for a big birthday, she got to pick exactly what suited her and be pampered in a beautiful, iconic place!
A Dries Van Noten refillable lipstick case (EU link) and the refillable lip balm (EU link) (I don’t actually wear lipstick.. for the long, dry, chapped NYC winters!
I really love giving - and getting - books and setting up a coffee date to discuss! You give/get the experience of losing yourself in a good book AND the gift of time to meet a dear friend for a hot drink and a good chat.
I’m giving this Guest in Residence Wild Rag cashmere bandana (EU link) to anyone who lives anywhere where it gets colder than 70F° (21C°). Luxurious but practical. Fun but classic.

16. Angie Uh from The Found Journal

This Louise Roe aluminum table for our living room, a dream!
A piece of jewellery from Sherman Field!
I love everything Flamingo Estate. The things I always have on hand are the Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil and the Adriatic Muscatel Sage Candle candle, perfect to romanticize our daily life.
Travel or creative experiences! I’m currently eyeing a weaving workshop with La Pequena Textiles (upstate NY)
I’m commissioning a beautiful pet portrait of my golden retriever!

17. Alina Brane from Silhouettes of Thought

Two iron pieces produced by Näfveqvarn I can’t stop thinking about:
As seen in all Toteme stores, this Tobacco Jar is used to hold scented candles by sculptor Carl Elmberg. And this Flower Pot designed in 1925 by Swedish sculptor Anna Petrus. I have a total hangup on iron pieces at the moment — something about its raw authenticity, weight, and timelessness.
I have a weak spot for great tea. Give me a packet of local flavour from a travel or your personal favourite tea!
Art is my favourite source for inspiration. A visit to Louisiana in Denmark catching the Marisol exhibition (with an extended Copenhagen stay included?): a dream!
I love books. Whenever I read a really good one, I try to pass it forward. There is nothing more romantic than receiving an old loved book from a dear friend, like sharing a secret treasure.

You made it to the end of The Wishlist Edit ft. 17 fashion Substack creators.

Now. What’s next?

If you’re already feeling overwhelmed by all the gift guides flooding your inbox, here me out: you already know what you’d like to receive.
It’s the tabs you keep open on your phone.
It’s the things that make your heart beat faster.
It’s the little “really? do you think I could have that?” voice in your head.

Take inventory!

And when it comes to gifting: just listen, remember, and take notes. The best gifts are always those that reference a shared moment or conversation.

Now, go grab your notebook or Notes app, and pretend I’ve asked you to share: