This is a busy, bright, stressful, happy, lonely, joyful, time of year. And while we all hold deep wishes of sentimental things in our hearts, we also have some special gifts we’d love to be “surprised” with this holiday season.

Here’s our wish list:

Elizabeth M., Mystique Jewelers: One of the blessings (dangers) of my business is being surrounded by beautiful and unique pieces of jewelry every day. Who says you can’t desire things your own boutiques sell? For me, it’s these Moroccan Opal Sunburst Earring Charms. They feature a cabochon opal stone in the center with small white diamonds and sky blue topaz gemstones around it to create a beautiful sunburst design set in 18k yellow gold.

Shara, Back 2 Health: I'm trying really hard to improve my sleep hygiene and my top priority is to remove the phone from my bedroom. Unfortunately, I use it as an alarm so my biggest holiday wish item is the Hatch. I’ve been researching it for quite some time but haven't pulled the trigger yet....hint, hint Rob (my husband).

Tim, Alx&Co: Tools…battery-operated. Once you start with a brand you stick with them for life, it’s a battery thing. So, DeWalt for me.

Maria Elizabeth, Salon DeZEN: I want the Dyson Air Wrap!  

Britt, The Patterson Group: I’m looking for a tan (not brown or black) pair of boots that hit just under the knee and are slightly fitted—not riding style. I have literally spent two hours online looking for them…they don’t exist. Help! 

Meghan, Alexandria Stylebook: I wasn’t looking for it, but THIS red Burberry coat at Mint Condition found me.

Megan, ConsignALX: A DC staycation with my hubby, close to my boys but far enough to get a little time out!

Elizabeth T., The Shoe Hive: My list can be long and is usually filled with everything by Adina Reyter. I love all her charms that you can attach to either a chain you already own, or to something from her collection. It’s pretty much the perfect gift for a mom or someone that you shop for all the time; you can just add a charm each time you need a new gift.

Rainbow, Alexandria Stylebook: When Katie at Mint Condition slipped this Gucci backpack on my shoulders and said, “it looks great on you and matches your boots,” I didn’t disagree. Now that my daughter is out of diapers, I want a designer backpack– not a diaper bag. Thanks Katie!

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