MEGA Gift Guide 2023: The Editors’ Favorites To Shop Now

By The MEGA Team

December 22, 2023

The MEGA Team reveal its deepest desires for this holiday season

BLACK OUT

Part rock, part chic, nothing quite makes a statement than modern black pieces with silver accents. – PEEWEE REYES-ISIDRO, Editor-in-Chief

1 Pearl and Crystal Single Earring by **GUCCI**. 2 Draped Wool Toile Jacket by **LOUIS VUITTON**. 3 Crocodile Horsebit Crocodile Shoulder Bag by **GUCCI.** 4 Lock Bracelet by TIFFANY & CO. 5 Toy Pump in Suede and Rhinestone Pump by **LOEWE**. 6 Wool Sateen Pants by **PRADA**. 7 Leather Boutis Dress by LOUIS VUITTON. 8 Small Alma BB Epi Leather by **LOUIS VUITTON.**

SWEET CONFESSIONS

Give in to all things sweet, delicate, and decadent this holiday season—a little sugar rush, anyone? – MARIAN SAN PEDRO, Fashion Writer

1 Bare Layer Palette in Strawberry Mood by **ROM&ND**. 2 Long Cowl Neck Dress in Satin Crepe by **SAINT LAURENT**. 3 Crew Neck Jacket in Long Goat Hair by **CELINE**. 4 Mini Lady Dior Bag in Antique Pink Cannage Lambskin by **DIOR**. 5 Cotton Candy Lounge Sofa by **KARLEX HOME**. 6 Lip Butter Balm in Pink Sugar by **SUMMER FRIDAYS**. 7 Virgule Bow Slingback Pumps in Fabric by **ROGER VIVIER**. 8 Baignoire De Cartier Watch in Rose Gold by **CARTIER**.

DARLING OF THE CLASS

Whether you walk the hallways à la Sharpay Evans or ace the test with your bright pink scented paper like Elle Woods, blush tone finishes are this holiday’s instantaneous mood booster. – BRIE VENTURA, Junior Art Director

1 Shearling Bomber Jacket by **BLUMARINE**. 2 Pink Moon Diamond Beret by **MARINE SERRE**. 3 Ribbed-knit Wool Cashmere Cardigan by **BLUMARINE**. 4 Orietta Pearl Necklace by **VIVIENNE WESTWOOD**. 5 Tweed Mini Skirt by **BALMAIN**. 6 Pink Leather Le Cagole Knee Length Boots by **BALENCIAGA**. 7 By A Thread by **LUCY SCOR**E. 8 Rim Cat Sunglasses by **BALENCIAGA**.

FINER THINGS

From elegant sculptures to striking graphics, art meets fashion this holiday season. – BITHIA REYES, Fashion Assistant

1 Beige Silk Foulard by FENDI. 2 Square Halfmoon Sunglasses in Acetate by **LOEWE**. 3 Multicolor Cruise 24 Round Vase by **DIOR**. 4 Long Coat by **CHLOÉ**. 5 Diamond Screen by Marcel Wanders by **LOUIS VUITTON**. 6 Vinetta Natural Snake Rhinestones by **STEVE MADDEN**. 7 De-Pra-Fsd Denim Midi Skirt with Smiley Faces Print by **DIESEL**. 8 Square Rhinestone Earrings by **ZARA**.

COUNTRY CLUB CHIC

The preppy aesthetic—always timeless and distinctly classic. – SAMANTHA ESTANIEL, Editorial Assistant

1 D-Ocean Visor with Mitzah by **DIOR**. 2 24 oz. White Standard Mouth by **HYDROFLASK**. 3 Women’s Leather-Trim Straw Large Brie Tote Bag Natural/White by **RALPH LAUREN**. 4 Centennial 85 Low ‘Off White’ by **ADIDAS**. 5 Skin Veil Cooling Mist by **STROKES BEAUTY LAB**. 6 Roland Garros Triumph by **WILSON**. 7 Low-cut Lacoste x Sporty & Rich Tennis Dress by **LACOSTE**. 8 Nina RB4314N/1248/ 3LTortoise/Brown by **RAY-BAN**

SUGAR & SPICE

All the essentials to help you shine and survive nights of endless flowing cocktails. – MIA CASTRO, Senior Beauty Writer

1 White Jade Gua Sha Stone by **DAILY HABITS**. 2 Healthy Hair Besties Kit by **BRIGEO**. 3 Abeille Royale Honey Treatment Night Cream by **GUERLAIN**. 4 Jackie 1961 Small Shoulder Bag in Red Leather by **GUCCI**. 5 Cherry Smoke by **TOM FORD**. 6 Everyday Rose Lip Oil & Lip Liner Duo by **RARE BEAUTY**. 7 All Stars Amazonian Clay Collector’s Set by **TARTE**. 8 Patent Leather Slingbacks with Buckles in Crimson by **MIU MIU**.

END SCENE

Savor the end of yet another year—perhaps another milestone—with items that breathe a sense of luxurious exaltation and aimless tranquility into your life. – BAM ABELLON, Managing Editor

1 Rouge Allure by **CHANEL**. 2 Pinstripe Quilted Egg Coat by **LOUIS VUITTON**. 3 Amber Large Candle by **DIPTYQUE**. 4 Studio Soft Bag by **FERRAGAMO**. 5 Supersonic Hair Dryer by **DYSON**. 6 Paris Boxy T-Shirt by **CELINE**. 7 Remegio Boots by **JUANITA STUDIO**. 8 Why Nations Fail by **DARON ACEMOGLU AND JAMES A. ROBINSON.**

CYBER FEVER

Tech is no longer just for the geeks—it’s also for the chic. Add a touch of innovation to your everyday wardrobe without sacrificing style. – GJ FAJILAN, Multimedia Artist

1 Bleu de Chanel Parfum by **CHANEL**. 2 META Wayfarer Smart Glasses by **RAY-BAN**. 3 Go 3 by **INSTA360**. 4 Elongated Curved Hobo Bag by **CHARLES & KEITH**. 5 Denim Workwear Jacket by **KENZO**. 6 Watch Series 9 in Midnight by **APPLE**. 7 Utility Jeans with Pockets in Mid-Blue by **ZARA**. 8 Yeezy Foam Runner in Onyx by **ADIDAS**.

SHOWSTOPPER

The staple items for a showstopping performance that will resonate long after the curtain falls. – LAURD SALEN, Features Writer

1 Live 660NC Wireless Over-Ear NC Headphones in Blue by **JBL**. 2 Medium Andiamo Bag in Slate by **BOTTEGA VENET**A. 3 Nappa Leather Jacket by **PRADA**. 4 Aqua Media Cologne Forte by **MAISON FRANCIS KURKDJIAN**. 5 Deluxe Portable Suitcase Turntable in Blue by **CROSLEY CRUISER**. 6 Oblique Bermuda Shorts by **DIOR**. 7 Toy Boot In Nappa Lambskin by **LOEWE**. 8 1837 Makers 27 mm Square Watch by **TIFFANY & CO**.

THE GRAND ESCAPE

Leaving the comforts of home has never been this luxurious. Let these sturdy, yet elegant items join your outdoor adventures. – RYUJI SHIOMITSU, Fashion Director