P'Nichers, the Holiday Season is (almost) upon us! It's time to jingle down and have some fun! (If anyone is shopping for P'Niche, I am a size aisle seat to Paris - haha!)
As "self-care" (so mindful, so demure) has become such a buzz (and rightfully so) movement, we've decided to focus this year's gift selections on items that will being us care, gentleness, creativity, and all around goodness. As always, we'll cover many tastes and price points in an entirely non sponsored post of gifting ideas. On y va - let's go!
First things first - you must set aside time for your mindful well being! The best way to track this? Well, the gorgeous 2025 edition of Janis Commentz' Paris sketch calendar, naturally...
During her many Parisian travels, Janis painstakingly hand sketches and colors these whimsical scenes, each drawing you in to the Parisian life of balance and beauty. You'll be so excited to see each day unfold before you with this artistic touch!
Maybe you want to start by just tracing time this holiday season - and there's nothing wrong with a smaller time commitment! We love this La Durée Advent Calendar.
Offered in their signature pastel palette (just like their delicious macarons), this box offers a unique charm or tassel daily.
At the end of the holiday season, this box can be used as a "forever keepsake" to hold jewels, memories, or other precious items that you can look back on when taking the time to reflect on days gone by (and days to look forward to!)
Some days, your wellness may lead you to pajamas all day (aren't those the most delicious days?!)
I came across this Paris map bathrobe while walking in Inverness, Scotland and knew it had to be included in this list.
It has an easily washable silky feeling - keeping you warm and comfortable at the same time. And wait for it.... IT HAS POCKETS!
Perfect for lounging around with a cuppa hot cocoa...
If coffee of cocoa is not really your morning time habit, and you cannot make it out to Nina's of Paris, this Breakfast in Paris Oolong tea may be just the ticket.
This black tea is scented with fruits & flowers of secret Parisian Gardens. You may feel as though you are taking a tranquil stroll through le Parc Monceau,
You might even decide to add a bit of French raw and organic honey from the French Farm. There are so many options to choose from, surely you will find a way to round out your breakfast tea ritual and start your day off at a calm pace.
Maybe you are conscious of trying to cut down on your daily caffeine intake with less coffee, tea, and/or cocoa?
You still do need to stay hydrated - truly an important part of your wellness and health journey.
This engraved Stanley Tumbler is the perfect gift for someone who needs to guzzle water at work - or on the run.
And why not add a couple of Eiffel Tower ice cubes of good measure and fun?!
And don't forget - those ice cubes might make your bottle or glass sweat...
Protect your furniture with these playful Paris street sign coasters.
These might also make a great hostess gift with a bottle of wine or champagne if you are invited to a holiday party or apéro.
These almost guarantee you and yours an invite back for more good times!
Perhaps your wellness journey this year will include some time dedicated to writing in a gratitude journal.
What better way than with this little notebook, featuring a vintage map of Paris (both inside and outside of the book). You can look back and look ahead for the many gifts and joys of your life. You can also use it to sketch, use as a travel planner, and/or journal, or simply to brainstorm.
For even more fun, why not jot down your notes with this delightful Swarovski Eiffel Tower charm pen?
If planning trips to Paris is part of your overall mental health (it certainly is for moi!), this wooden engraved map of Paris is just the ticket.
Sleek enough to be part of any minimalist design, this laser cut map allows you to dream of the places you wish to see as well as mark off the places you have already visited. You can mark your favorite spots with pens and charms (an option). Frames are offered in various colors, as are the water options - making each map specific to its recipient.
It's a truly unique way to envision your Parisian dream vacation - or life...
Perhaps your plans this year are a bit more centered on nesting and creating the perfect home environment to relax and recenter...
Well, this playful Parisian map pillow is simply begging for a place on your sofa or loveseat.
As described, "That was Paris in 1896," and this 18" x 18" or 22" x 22" pillow is painted (front and back) with an original and historic plan de Paris.
Perfect for the "armchair Parisian" in your life!
Need to cozy down a bit more?
This Paris map blanket is sure to please!
This 50" x 60" blanket is composed of a "crushed velvet feel" polyester, silky to the touch, and ohhh-so-cuddly...
Why not finish out your cozy vibe with this yummy Jardin de Paris candle.
Don't feel embarrassed if a quiet and snuggly hibernation session is part of your well being plan - recharging yourself is important!
While you are nesting - why not turn your space into a personal well being spa?
Check out this wonderful French lavender spa set - which has almost everything you could wat to set up a personal spa day or spa party...
P'Niche says it has almost everything because you know what is missing?
Well, toasty microwavable French lavender slippers, of course! These cloud like slippers are everything I never knew I always needed for my home spa.
Adds to cart!
Lastly, and not gonna lie - some days, my wellness path has me just lounging about in my Parisienne sweatshirt and scrolling through the socially active P'Niche Facebook group (come join us for daily engagement)!
While I scroll, I realize that I am still riding the high of having attended the Versailles Grand Masked Ball with friends and family. And rather than just looking on my phone at the many photos on social media, I decided to splurge on this photo album so that I can print hard copy photos, enabling me to keep those gorgeous moments close at hand. Hashtag worth it!
Lastly and vital to my own wellness time is reading. It's why our passion for the Parisian Niche Book Club just keeps on going!
As a treat to myself (as I still indulge in real paper books - library mostly), I simply adore this Eiffel Tower book mark.
Simply sweet, cute, and petite, it's my fun way to keep Paris with me as I read on (and on, and on, and on...)
So, as we round out our fun shopping list, remember that wellness is truly important to your own mental health journey and just as unique! What pleases me won't be for everyone - and that is the beauty of it all - crafting your own path to wellness and we hope that this list inspires you to do so...
Like you, P'Nichers, I Ho-Ho-Hope to find some of these holiday gifts under my tree - and I will definitely add some to my own personal cart. Did you see any "must haves?" Let us know in the comments below - Happy Shopping et à bientôt!
Wow, already bought the Ice Cube mold! Was I supposed to wait till Noel? What fun this post is! I must revisit.