If you need meaningful gift ideas for your friends or family…hey, even if you need some ideas for yourself when people ask you what you’d like for the holidays, this list will help you think outside the box!
Brought to you with the help of Friendly like me, the first-of-its-kind app and web platform that helps users “go with confidence” with affordable travel, dining, sightseeing, shopping, and even entertainment. The platform also recommends products and services that people with access needs really want.
Friendly Like Me Co-Founder and CEO Elysia Everett is a woman of stature and says, “People are more than one thing, and accessibility and convenience mean something different to everyone. With nearly one-third of the U.S. population having access needs or requiring plus-size accommodations, businesses that prioritize the plus-size community and people with access needs will thrive this holiday season and throughout year».
So you can rest assured that all the gifts in this guide have been approved by Friendly Like Me!
A dream romantic getaway or girls’ trip
Photo author: www.mohonk.com
If your loved one is a fan of pristine nature, water views, outdoor adventures, and gourmet food, they’ll enjoy a trip to Mohonk Mountain House in New York’s Hudson Valley. Featured on the hit TV show «Upload» as an afterlife paradise, Friendly Like Me’s reviewers gave it high marks for its accessibility and spacious accommodations.
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This stunning accessible spa has 4 levels of indulgent spa activities including rooftop thermal pools, hydrotherapy pools with views of the Manhattan skyline, plenty of saunas, a variety of different treatments and a fantastic, cozy dining area. They offer treatments at a variety of prices and gowns that come in plus sizes. Cost starts at $90-135 per day pass.
Photo author: www.pagosahotsprings.com
This spa is home to the deepest geothermal hot springs in the world. Rated highly by plus-size reviewers, these natural hot springs have beautiful pools and a friendly atmosphere. The minerals in natural hot springs are said to increase resistance to stress and disease, help prevent fatigue, and promote good skin tone. Adult general admission for locals starts at $25 and $65 for the rest of us.
Luxury and high-quality clothing items
With a rich history of sourcing premium cashmere directly from Mongolian pastoralist communities, NAADAM created timeless and sustainable knitted fabrics to last a lifetime. NAADAM uses materials that must be breathable, temperature regulating, moisture absorbing and hypoallergenic.
Photo author: www.quince.com
In butter-soft cashmere and at fantastic prices, Quince sweaters make a great gift for your friend or family member who appreciates the finer things in life. Quince believes that quality should not be a luxury, which is why all of his materials and designs are created to withstand the test of time. They are sustainable and take into account financial access.
Glamorous Personalized Items and Accessories
Photo author: www.esakti.com
EShakti is loved by women of all sizes because it offers standard sizes up to 6X and custom sizes and alterations based on your measurements and preferences. Do you want longer sleeves or a shorter hem? Just have fun playing with its easy-to-customize online tool. We wish the website had more plus size models, but the ease of ordering and customizing a dress to your measurements is spot on. This would be a great “experience” gift if you want to design a dress with your recipient.
Photo author: https://www.torrid.com/product/maxi-beaded-embroidery-velvet-mock-neck-dress/41165474-06383.html?cgid=Clothing_Dresses_Holiday#start=21
Torrid is known for its fun looks in a variety of sizes. Consider giving a loved one the «Pretty Woman» experience with a glamorous Christmas dress he or she could wear on New Year’s Eve.
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It can be very difficult to find plus size tights and leggings that fit correctly and are comfortable. Friendly Like Me lead researcher Taylor Uster swears by these tights and leggings that fit curvy shapes and come in fun colors and high-quality, durable fabrics.
Cozy and Comforting Spa Essentials
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As we all know, robes are not one size fits all. When you go to a spa with a full suite of amenities, you want to know that you’ll be able to wear a robe that fits the spa’s traditional aesthetic. These white terry robes in a wide variety of sizes fit that bill.
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The Friendly Like Me research team was excited to confirm that the hand and stone The massage chain features many friendly and accessible adaptations, including tables that move to adjust up and down, heavy-duty professional massage tables with a capacity of up to 550 pounds, tables that offer two-section tilt, providing comfort to those who cannot. lie flat. They are well versed in hosting guests who are prenatal or of advanced age.
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Not all towels are the same. If you’ve ever tried to wrap a towel around your plus-size body after a shower, you’re already familiar with this problem. For those who love the feeling of being wrapped from head to toe when they step out of the bath, American Soft Linen has a beautiful line of 40 x 80 inch hand spun cotton bath towels. (Much larger than typical towels and even larger than standard bath towels). It also makes a great hostess gift for only $24.99.
We hope this gift guide has given you some ideas for yourself or your loved ones this holiday season! Happy gifting!
