The 2020 TFF Gift Guide
The holidays have always been when we disconnect from our busy, stressful lives, and reconnect with those we love.
This year, we face a global crisis. Connecting with those we love is not only more important, but more difficult than ever. We are separated. Whether by borders, homes, or 6 feet, we are missing our loved ones deeply this season.
78% of our community members said they are thinking differently about gifting this season, so we decided to think differently about about the way we share our guide as well. Rather than buying for the “fashionista” or the “entertainer” this year, we chose to build a gift guide based off of emotional and physical needs.
Local, Sentimental, Mindful, Sustainable, Connected, Cozy (also local!)
We are taking this opportunity to share gifting ideas that can make a difference when our communities need it most.
I hope you love what we’ve put together!
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Shop Local
Support local Toronto and Montreal businesses this holiday season.
Alvento Winery Delivery - One of my favourite wineries in the Niagara Region, now shipping to Ontario and Quebec. Use code PASSIONINSPIRED for 10% off 4 bottles and code LOCAL for free shipping over $150.
Sweat Industry Apparel - Montreal designed and made, the quality of this activewear blows me away (especially for the price!).
Atelier Lou - A favourite Montreal jewelry shop with high end jewelry and watches.
Godik Boots - Montreal designed and based boots brand for both men and women. Use code TFF20 for 20% off.
Prairie Swim - Local Toronto swimwear designed by extremely talented friends of mine. Their one pieces are perfect as bodysuits or swimwear.
Indie Ale House - Toronto local beer distillery and delivery.
Ottilie and Fern - Niagara based handmade home decor for the boho chic!
Gee Beauty - Toronto power family beauty shop and line.
Bag and Bougie - Toronto bag company.
Health Hut - Toronto health shop with curbside pickup on College Street and Queen in Leslieille (at Nut Bar).
Queen Books - One of my favourite small east end bookstores that now delivers!
Shop Sealie Scrunchies - Just getting started, this Toronto scrunchie company has such fun styles and colours for any stocking!
Drea Wheeler Booty Bands - Local Montreal Fitness Guru Drea Wheeler (and a good friend of mine!) recently launched her workout bands to compliment her online classes.
Inspire Design Studio Floral Delivery - 6 Month, monthly floral delivery from Toronto florist.
Sentimental
Give gifts with meaning. Spark a feeling and deeper connection.
The Earthy Collective - A Toronto local mom daughter duo who hand makes these positive pocket reminders.
Love Book - Personalize your love story in a book and surprise your significant other. (Funny story, Trev and I both got these for each other for our anniversary!)
Custom Illustration by Lauren P - Toronto illustrator (and friend) makes custom illustrations for your loved one!
We’re Not Really Strangers - The popular game that gets you to ask the tough questions with friends and family, great to also play over FT or zoom!
Adventure Challenge - For friends, family or couples, scratch off different adventures to do just the two of you!
Mapiful - Make customized maps of anywhere the place you met, once lived, were born etc.
Mindful Gifts
Gifts that can help better your loved ones’ mental and physical health.
TFF Handmade Masks - My handmade holiday mask collab with Trev’s mom!
FWD Tumblr - For the person looking to stay mindful of their hydration routine in the New Year!
Facial Cupping Kit from Well BYND - At home facial cupping kits from local Toronto wellness clinic.
We Are Awesome - Sweaters and T-shirts designed to be inclusive, mindful, and a friendly reminder that you are awesome.
Nut Bar Products - With all homemade superfood products, anything from Nut Bar should be on the list of health-conscious superfood lovers.
FWD Puffy Toiletry Bag - The cutest toiletry bag for all your weekend essentials.
Puma RS Curve - Exclusively available at Champs, the new Puma RS Curve is perfect for the person on your list who wants to keep active, or even join you on your daily walks!
Good Goddess - Toronto shop with wellness products for all your needs. My favourite is the Good Goddess Curtonic.
FWD Water Bottle - A minimal and elegant water bottle for people on-the-go.
Sustainable Brands
Products, stores, and brands that help the environment and give back.
Retyche - Second hand designer products ** use code SamanthaC15 for 15% off **
Sophie Grace - Female & Canadian owned sustainable fashion brand.
Kinsfolk Shop - Sustainable home products.
Rauw Jewelry - Sustainable jewelry.
Olsen + Olsen - Biodegradable and sustainable kitchen products.
Bella & Wren - Mixed sustainable and wellness boutique.
Os and Oakes - Sustainably made basics.
Plantiful - Zero waste wellness products.
Lohn Candles - Candles are vegan, paraben free, phthalate free, cruelty free, non-toxic and hand poured in Toronto.
The Brush Off Project Charitable Artwork - Original artwork sold from artists across North American to raise funds for art based therapy programs for those with Alzheimers Disease. The charity was started by my mom in memory of my grandmother who passed away from the disease.
Connect Remotely
Experiences to connect loved ones across communities, borders, and generations.
Guided Meditations - Free guided meditations, led by yours truly :)
A Sculpt Body Membership - Gift 3, 6, and 12-month memberships for any fitness level.
Tarot Lori Reading - Tarot readings online for you and a loved one.
Fig and Lemon - Fireside Baskets for distanced events and at-home holiday catering.
Atena Sadegh - Transformation and hypnosis healing.
Chi Junky - Gift yoga classes for the body and mind.
Dime Pilates - Pilates memberships for everyone.
Generational Healing - Connect through generations for spiritual and mindful healing
Sorry I’ve got plants - Local Toronto/Niagara vegan meal kit delivery. Order for you and a loved one and cook together online!
Cozy, Local Fashion
Support local while keeping cozy and comfy!
Gorski MTL - Montreal family owned outerwear company ** use code TFF15 for 15% off **
Good Neighbour- Local Toronto fashion and gift boutique.
Sense of Independence - Local Toronto fashion boutique.
Sweat Chic - Local Toronto active and loungewear boutique.
Thursdays - Local Toronto fashion boutique.
Tuck Shop Trading Co. - Local Toronto online boutique and fashion line.
Generation Bliss - Chicago-based boutique that ships to Canada (really talented friend of mine owns it and also designs her own jewelry that is available on the site!)
Province of Canada - Local Toronto loungewear boutique and fashion line.
Fashion Truck Canada - Local Toronto boutique on wheels and online.
Ripe Nutrition Sweaters - Local Toronto Broth Bar.
Leia Collection - Local Toronto brand designed by Valeria Lipovetsky
