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8 It Girl-Approved Holiday Gifts, According To Our Influencers Of The Year

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With the end-of-year holidays right around the corner and the malls a fluttering buzz of last-minute gift shopping, everyone’s finally started finalizing and narrowing down their wish lists — and this year, we’ve got the ultimate It Girl approved picks to add to yours. Just in time for the festive season, our 2025 InfluenceHer Collective Award winners gave us the products they have on their own lists, which means you know they’re good.

The IHC Awards spotlight standout creators who are transforming the narratives around beauty, food, lifestyle, and fashion. From the viral cool girl must have obsessions to the niche everyday items you didn’t know you needed, we now have the inside scoop on holiday gifts from our iconic influencers of the year. 

From effortless style, beauty routines, and everyday lifestyle tips, these creators are the It Girl angels we needed this holiday season. Her Campus spoke to Beauty Influencer of the Year Brianda Gonzalez, Food & Beverage Influencer of the Year Gillian Riley, Lifestyle Influencer of the Year Lauren Renee, and Style Influencer of the Year Machiami to get their top holiday product picks that definitely need to be on the top of your wish lists this year.

Guerlain Rouge G Customizable Satin & Velvet Matte Lipstick ($42)

“The Guerlain Lipstick looks so elegant, and I love the built-in mirror. It’s so compact, and perfect to have in my purse!” — Brianda Gonzalez

Coach Margot SlingBack Heel ($195)

“I love kitten heels and sparkles, so when I saw the Coach Slingback Kitten Heel, I knew I had to have it for my wardrobe!” — Brianda Gonzalez

Lucky Brand Jeans ($99)

“I absolutely LOVE Lucky Brand jeans. They are the comfiest and cutest jeans I have ever owned!” — Gillian Riley

Espresso Machine ($300)

“I am a huge coffee fan, and love trying new coffee blends. I am hoping to try the No Bones coffee company blends soon since they have very unique flavors.” — Gillian Riley

Amazon Kindle Colorsoft ($240)

“One of my 2026 goals is to get back into reading, and I feel like having a Kindle on deck while traveling would be so helpful!” — Lauren Renee

Vera Bradley Original 100 Handbag ($135)

“I love the Vera Bradley is making a comeback, and I’ve been obsessed with watching what’s in my bag videos that feature the Original 100 Handbag!” — Lauren Renee

Biossance SqualAne + Omega Repair Cream ($60)

“I’ve used the Biossance repair cream and it has always been an all-time favorite, specially during the winter seasons.” — Machiami

Cécred Restoring Edge Hair Drops ($56)

“The Cécred hair drops are hot and trending right now. I’ve heard nothing but good reviews and want to try it for myself.” — Machiami

Gagni Tiwana

Toronto MU '24

Aspiring fashion writer, vintage fashion enthusiast, and the future chief and editor of Vogue!