Whenever friends hit me up for last-minute gift ideas (which is essentially the sport of December) I point them toward the things that offer a quick yet indulgent escape—not necessarily to a far-flung tropical locale (okay, if you insist, might I suggest this new travel , and a shell necklace, above, for extra electricity), but at least to a slightly more elevated version of everyday life. Case in point: a book that’s so transporting it basically counts as a mini-vacation. has my friends raving and swooning, with reviewers declaring it “the best love story ever,” and its New York Times instant bestseller status suggests they’re not exaggerating. As we all know, fashion can be just as effective at bending reality. Turns out (surprisingly hard to find for less than a fortune but good options , and) can turn any or into a Chanel-caliber statement, below. A perfectly cut, deliciously soft t-shirt (, in , too) elevates a daily uniform, along with a . Even the right pair of can shift your whole vibe before you’ve had your first coffee (I wear everyday, too). These make going to bed feel like an intentional activity rather than a collapse, and chic enough to double as ? Now that’s my kind of holiday magic! Consider them tiny, wearable portals—giftable, getaway upgrades to the everyday.