Holiday Gifts at La Costa

A couple days ago, we took to Facebook asking our fans what they were hoping to receive from Santa this year - of course our fans were good all year so we're confident Santa will take care. Kim Colvile and Kelly Barnard Wemp expressed some interest in spending some time here at the resort (Kim, not sure we can put you up for life, but there is this Ultimate Getaway giveaway we're doing for a three-night stay). We had Allison Banks Herbert and Julie Sentenno Gallagher planning to ask Santa for some R&R at The Spa at La Costa and Rocky Jacobson going a bit bigger wishing for the roman shower (our fingers are crossed for you). For you ladies, we'd recommend you have your significant others sign up for our SPAVITE list - we don't just do 12 Days of Christmas, we went big with our 19 Countdown to Christmas specials (beat that, Santa!).

Now, with less than three weeks to purchase (or create if you're crafty) and wrap holiday gifts for your loved ones, we decided we'd throw some holiday gift ideas out there to take care of our fans and any other SoCal residents looking for the perfect gift. For those who haven't been here before, we're more than just a hotel room to lay your head with a pool or two to keep the tykes entertained. If you live in the area, we have multiple locations to grab a bite, numerous shops to purchase clothes, jewelry, handbags, flip-flops, coffee mugs and pajamas (just to name a few). We have two golf courses, tennis courts and a full-scale excercise program. So, for those that you can't decide what to get, a simple La Costa Resort and Spa gift card covers all your bases. It's also a great gift for colleagues and clients.

Now, if we dig deeper, we may uncover the perfect gift for our fan, Miss Laura Jean. Here are our recommended gifts broken down:

FOR HER (you know - mom, sister, girlfriend, bestie, yourself)

Pinkalicious Shop

- Lilly Pulitzer Sheer Sweater Coat, $348 - This cashmere beauty was so popular during the holiday season last year, we knew we had to bring it back for 2011. It comes in numerous colors, in either a solid knit or a cable knit. Pair it with a dress, tights or your favorite pair of jeans.

- Lilly Pulitzer Mini Sheer Sweater Coat, $68 - What's cuter than the Mommy & Me look for tots? This Christmas, style your daughter in the latest trend while keeping her warm. Made out of cotton, this sweater is light enough to use through the Spring and is available in four different colors. 

 

Audrey's Closet

- PURE Hand Knit Wraps, $68 - These one-size-fits-all wraps are perfect for the girl on the go. Use it as a wrap on those particualarly chilly SoCal evenings, a travel companion on the plane, or even roll it up to use as a pillow. We have more than 15 colors to choose from and 1% of sales on these beauties go to charity.

 

Audrey’s Etc

-Big Buddha Courtney Handbag, $95 - It may not make sense to the men out there as to why women must have numerous colors and styles of bags to carry their stuff, BUT the fact that you thought it through will mean the world to her. These 100% vegan handbags are stylish, flirty and fun AND environmentally-friendly. If you aren't sure of your lady's dress size, handbags are always a sure-to-please gift during the holidays. They can be dressed up or down which means the investment is well worth it.

 

 -Marcia Moran Titanium Druzy Ring, $176 - It wouldn't be the holidays without some frost (yes, we stole this from a RomCom).Marcia Moran jewelry is showcasing its most popular stone: The Druzy set in 14-18k gold overlay.  Big and eye-catching, this piece is bound to be winter’s hottest accessory in southern California- even Oprah agrees! Marcia is a Brazilian designer who, before designing jewelry- which has always been her passion, she was a dentist. Maybe this is why her eye for detail is so spot-on.

FOR HIM (He may not know it's time for a style upgrade, but thankfully you do!)

Coastal Dunes

-Tommy Bahama Reversible ½ Zip Pullover, $98 - Guess what guys, it's officially wintertime in SoCal. You may only be aware of this because your wife is begging you for a PURE Wrap, but don't worry - we've been thinking of you, too. The Tommy Bahama Pullover is great for its simplicity and ease and there are plenty of colors available at Costal Dunes.

Now this is only a small sampling of what we have here, so be sure to stop in between now and Christmas to pick up everything you need for your holiday list.