Shop at TROSA for your fresh-cut Christmas trees, handmade wreaths, garland, ornaments, centerpieces and decorative reindeer! Visit the website for a list of locations and a coupon for $5 off your tree. TROSA; 919-419-1059; holidaysbytrosa.org
Enhance your skin care routine with a kit specially prepared and priced for the holidays: Murad Radiant and Polished Skin Care Kit to remove lines and wrinkles, $49; PCA Skin Renewing Duo Kit to protect and strengthen skin, $100; and PCA Skin Hydrating Duo Kit to hydrate, rejuvenate and nourish dry, sensitive skin, $95; Massage Envy; 15 convenient Raleigh-Durham locations; massageenvy.com
Share your love for the Bull City this holiday season with a brushed steel ornament handcrafted by Vega Metals. An ideal gift for those who love Durham, the ornament perfectly adorns a tree or window. $20.99; Zola Craft Gallery; 626B Ninth St., Durham (above Bruegger’s Bagels); 919-286-5112; zolacraftgallery.com
With the gift of a Let’s Go Postal kit, reaching out to your elected officials has never been easier. Each kit includes postcards, geo-targeted addresses for the recipients’ U.S. representatives, stamps, pens and a corkscrew. Prices start at $15 for a box of 100; Let’s Go Postal; letsgopostal.com
Created in Barcelona using a proprietary technique (practically a state secret!), this hand-enameled earring and ring set by Arior is splashed with ombré patterns of vibrant, luscious hues. From $125; Hamilton Hill Jewelry; Brightleaf Square; 905 W. Main St., Durham; 919-683-1474; hamiltonhilljewelry.com
The perfect gift for the art aficionado in your circle: a landscape allusion by Jennifer Hahn. Oil on canvas, 48 inches by 48 inches. $1,400; Patina; 2695 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Durham; 919-949-0134; patinadurhamnc.com
Revitalize your hair’s health with Kevin Murphy’s three-piece plumping line of hair products. The sulfate-free, paraben-free kit strengthens and densifies thinning hair to restore its softness, shine and volume. Wash, $36.99; Rinse, $36.99; Body Mass, $40.99; Atmosp’hair; 1125 W. N.C. Hwy. 54, Ste. 502, Durham; 919-489-3333; atmosphairsalon.com
This eye-catching pouf ottoman is perfect for resting a tray of cocktails or offering guests an extra seat. Additional styles and colors are available to suit your décor. $176; Sew Fine II; 5850 Fayetteville Rd., Ste. 104, Durham; 919-806-3638; sewfine2.com
Liven up a room with these hand- embroidered Suzani pillows from Uzbekistan. Each one displays the vigorous coloring, original patterns, natural materials and refined embroidery skills typical of the style. $90 each; The Persian Carpet; 5634 Durham-Chapel Hill Blvd., Durham; 919-489-8362; persiancarpet.com
This holiday season, pamper a friend with L’ANZA’s healing strength set. Ideal for all hair types – even the most fragile of locks – this strengthening system contains shampoo, conditioner and a silk serum. $51.90; 140 Salon Shops at Erwin Mill; 737 Ninth St., Ste. 250, Durham; 919-246-4600; 140salon.com
Perfect as a living room centerpiece, this handcrafted tray is made from 75-year-old reclaimed oak. With a natural Danish oil and wax finish, the piece adds a polished touch to any home décor. $135; Johnson Woodworks; 919-616-1515; timjohnson072627@gmail.com
Featuring a custom stand and an energy efficient LED light system, this 75-gallon fresh water aquarium will bring a splash of color and life into your friend or family member’s home. Price for pictured, approximately $1,300; Monthly maintenance, $80; Triangle Fish Guy; ericnelson@trianglefishguy.com; 919-633-7436; trianglefishguy.com
Start the new year with Elaine O’Neil’s 2018 calendar, and open up to a new North Carolina locale every month. The local textile artist donates a portion of the proceeds to the N.C. Cancer Hospital. $30; Cameron’s; 370 E. Main St., Ste. 130, Carrboro; 919-942-5554; camerons-gallery.com
Give the gift of beautiful skin! Rejuvenate aging skin with the Revision Skincare kit ($403 value), which includes face, eye and neck creams and a tinted moisturizer with SPF. Its unique blend of ingredients is clinically proven to smooth, brighten and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. $299; Aesthetic Solutions; 5821 Farrington Rd., Ste. 101, Chapel Hill; 919-403-6200; aesthetic-solutions.com
This stunning, limited- edition ornament – artfully crafted from hand-painted glass with shimmering glitter accents – is ready to wrap in a custom Carolina Inn gift box with a history card. $89; Carolina Inn; 211 Pittsboro St., Chapel Hill; 919-933-2001; carolinainn.com
Surprise your special someone with this simple, yet elegant, citrine necklace and bracelet set in sterling silver – a versatile accessory for any occasion. (Necklace, $537) The Crystal Garden; Timberlyne Shopping Center; 1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill; 919-265-8038; the-crystal-garden.com
(Bracelet, $207) The Crystal Garden Timberlyne Shopping Center 1129 Weaver Dairy Rd., Chapel Hill 919-265-8038 the-crystal-garden.com
Let your friend or loved one relax this holiday season with a gift bundle that includes a 90-minute facial and Éminence’s best-selling mini skin care set. $200; Citrine Salon; EAST 54; 3110 Environ Way, Chapel Hill; 919-929-2209; citrinesalonnc.com
Created from recycled antique frames, these ornaments feature a variety of unique subjects. Tie one to a wine bottle as a host or hostess gift, or group a few together as a decorative hanging piece. Small, $55; Large, $65; Whitehall Antiques; 1213 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill; 919-942-3179; whitehallantiques.com
Keep skin looking smooth with a gift card to Waxing the City. Create your own gift package with any combination of their featured products: a maintenance scrub, a skin lightener and bump fighter, and a nourishing oil. PFB Vanish + Chromobright to lighten skin and fight bumps, $28; Sugar Sugar BodyPolish to maintain skin between appointments, $22; and Lalicious “The Oil” to heal and protect the skin, $28; Waxing the City; Eastgate Crossing; 1800 E. Franklin St., Chapel Hill; 984-528-3200; waxingthecity.com
Add a beautiful and inspiring stone fountain, bird bath or statue to your garden this holiday season. Offering a wide variety of sizes and styles, the Wild Bird Center can help you revitalize your outdoor area. Priced according to size, $25–$275; Wild Bird Center; Eastgate Crossing; 1800 E. Franklin St., Ste. 10, Chapel Hill; 919-933-2030; wildbird.com/franchises/wild-bird-center-of-chapel-hill
This black and silver sequin top by Parker offers a sophisticated sparkle perfect for holiday parties. $268; Whilden; 400 S. Elliott Rd., Chapel Hill; 919-240-5491; shopwhilden.com
Wrap your shoulders with the warm Zarga Color Block Cape, hand-woven on an Andean loom from 100% baby alpaca fiber. Pair with an embroidered belt woven from alpaca wool and available in multiple colors. Cape, $175; M&M Alpaca Farm of North Carolina; 7084 U.S. Hwy. 64, Pittsboro; 469-369-3258; mmalpacafarmofnc.openherd.com
Belt, $20; M&M Alpaca Farm of North Carolina; 7084 U.S. Hwy. 64, Pittsboro; 469-369-3258; mmalpacafarmofnc.openherd.com
Composed of the finest organic botanicals, this small-batch rum explodes with flavors of allspice, vanilla, orange peel, peppercorns, cinnamon and clove. The smooth white rum is combined with ground spices to create a remarkably distinct flavor. $24.95; TOPO Organic Spirits; 505C W. Franklin St., Chapel Hill; 919-699-8703; topodistillery.com
Elegant and sophisticated, the Lady Bag is a must-have for a girls’ night out or weekend brunch. Spacious enough to carry all your essentials, this handbag is a perfect fit for any occasion. $228; SOUTH; Meadowmont Village; 107 Meadowmont Village Circle, Chapel Hill; 919-240-5475; south.bridgecatalog.com
The St. Anne Tote by Barrington Gifts is a beautiful statement piece at a reasonable price, featuring luxury materials, an innovative design and many options for personalization. $180; Monkee’s Meadowmont Village; 108 Meadowmont Village Circle, Chapel Hill; 919-967-6830; monkeesofchapelhill.com
Step out in style wrapped in this Chloe coat made of virgin wool and mohair. Pair with knee-high boots and a crossbody bag to complete the classic wintertime look. $3,395; Vermillion North Hills; 4321 Lassiter at North Hills Ave., Ste. 102, Raleigh; 919-787-9780; vermillionstyle.com
