Everything She Wants

Taking long hot baths with epsom salt and bubbles is my favorite way to de-stress and shake off the seasonal blues. So at a recent media event for Lifetherapy , a paraben, sulfate and cruelty-free bath and body brand that promotes self-nurturing through the power of scent, I nearly lunged into a beautifully displayed claw foot bathtub full of fragrant salts and rose petals. Founder Lynette Lovelace has overcome numerous health challenges including severe endometriosis and believes that when we take ownership of our frame of mind, positivity follows.  The Chicago native has learned to take life as it comes, to pay it forward, and above all, to live in the moment with optimism and gratitude. Lifetherapy's moisturizing handcreme, luxe body wash/bubbling bath and hydrating body lotion are enriched with shea butter, vitamins and other rich skin conditioners. The brand also makes soothing soy candles. To help you #chooseyourmood , each product is available in five signature f...

If you're in the giving spirit this season and need a little inspiration, Everything She Wants has got you covered. Here are a few creative holiday gift options, each under $25, $50 and $100 and perfect for the charitable, spa and nature-loving gal (and guy) on your Christmas list.   1. We love gifts that give back. And through a partnership with Best Friends Animal Society, with every purchase,  BOBS from Skechers  ($45.00) will make a donation to help save the lives of shelter cats and dogs. 2. The GuruNanda 100% Essential Oils with Diffuser ($19.99)  kit houses two different oils – lavender and peppermint--and an ultrasonic diffuser that disperses them into the air.  W ith healing aromatherapy benefits, this diffuser  can transform any room into a mini DIY spa in seconds.  The diffuser also features a color-changing LED light to add to the atmosphere. 3.  Terrain Ultra Lyte boots  by SoftScience (from $79.99 with fre...

Subscription boxes are a new trend in gift giving.  They're a great way to personalize a gift for your family, friends and even your pets. Here we highlighted a few gift subscription boxes packed with everything from healthy snacks to beauty products, and one we recently discovered is even free! For $39 per month, Homegrown Collective 's p rofessionally curated Greenboxes include a variety of seasonal food and DIY items that make going green a little easier and a lot more fun. Sign up for a membership with  PINCHMe and get free... yes, free ... beauty beauty, lifestyle and snack samples from CPG brands including Unilever, P&G, L’Oreal and Johnson & Johnson. The catch? Just send your feedback on each freebie within 30 days via a mini-survey. For only $20 a month, Cocotique will send you an expert curated beauty box packed with full-size items and samples from brands like Black Opal and Camille Rose Naturals . Spoil your kitty or pooch with a su...

The Christmas shopping countdown has begun.  And since we love to shop, Everything She Wants has done some of the leg work for you. Here are a few thoughtful stocking stuffer gift ideas under $50 that will surely show your family and friends that you like them... you really, really like them . Fill your home with a fragrant tea-scented candle ($45) from Parisian tea maker, Le Palais des Thes.  Each scent is inspired by a moment of pleasure, including the sensual scent of a Turkish bath house and the delicate scent of cherry blossoms in Kyoto. Make a fashion statement and keep warm at the same time in this faux fur Women's Trapper Hat by Nicki Minaj for Kmart. ($11.99). With a Paw Prints Charm Bangle by Alex and Ani ($28), you'll wear a reminder of your precious canine or feline friend and help rescue animals find their forever homes. Twenty percent of sales will go directly to the Mayor's Alliance for NYC Animals that focuses on supporting, healing an...

While you're making your list and checking it twice, here are a few gift picks and stocking stuffer recommendations to consider from  Everything She Wants  for the special ladies on your Christmas gift list. AprilMarin Furry Paws Gloves  ($45): Let your fingers do the texting in these chic, fingerless faux fur gloves ( second photo ). Dorm Cozy Blanket Keds  ($50): These cozy slippers with a faux shearling lining and a Southwest vibe are perfect for those cold winter nights.  Da-Sein Socks Gift Box  (from $37): We love socks, so we love to give them as gifts, too.  Da-Sein has a lot of fun color combinations and lengths -- from our favorite over-the-knee style to funky, cut-out ankle socks. Just Neem Clay Mask  ($24.95): This all natural clay mask promotes clear and healthy skin. The secret is the French Clay blended with African Neem leaves and natural hydrating oils. Heart HSN 2012 Designer Ornament Collection ...

This holiday season we're all looking for a bargain without sacrificing quality.  And from cute animal hats and gloves to trendy print scarves and fashion fedoras, David and Young Accessories (D&Y) has something for the tween, teen and Mom on your gift list for under $50. D&Y Critter Kingdome hat and gloves. Everything She Wants  loves the  Critter Kingdome animal gloves  ($24), perfect for any cheeky young and young-at-heart gal.  Varieties include Paco the Panda, Pedro the Penguin, Leonardo the Lion and Manny the Monkey. I also adore D&Y's funky Japanese print  Kimono scarf  ($19.99), available in teal and brown. D&Y accessories are available online and at select retailers.  I luckily picked up a couple Critter Kingdome hats and pairs of gloves at the Filene's Basement liquidation sale. D&Y Critter Kingdome gloves ($24). D&Y Kimono scarf ($19.99).