FOR YOUR SISTER: She’s the one who steals your clothes, sends memes at midnight, and somehow always has the best advice. Her gift should feel like a hug and a wink all at once. Think a chic candle for cozy nights, a luxe hairbrush she’ll obsess over, and a pretty vanity piece she’ll proudly display. Add a few fashion or wellness extras—a plush scarf, elevated slippers, or a calming sip for unwinding. It all says: You love her, you get her, and yes, you’re still the better gift-giver.

Our group chat is serving sweet treats and hotter takes.

• This demi-glace makes everything taste fancy.

• Millennials’ fizzy habit is getting another reputation check.

• The drama that Brooklyn’s literary scene hasn’t stopped talking about. 

• This year, we’re thinking about pies on pies on pies.

• Teen girls aren’t fantasizing about marriage anymore!

Small Saves, Big Wins

Building a savings habit isn’t about stashing away thousands overnight (spoiler: no one does that). But getting started can be intimidating, even if you know it’s important to invest in your future self. According to financial pros Courtney Alev (Credit Karma) and Tori Dunlap (Her First $100K), it’s important to recognize that the real game-changer is consistency, not perfection.

“Saving is like fitness—consistency beats intensity,” Tori told The Newsette. When you think about it, even $10/week = $520/year. What matters most isn’t the number, but the habit.

Courtney added that you should “make a plan that’s realistic. Even during expensive months, small contributions keep the habit alive. “Consistency matters more than the amount. What’s important is making a plan that’s both specific and realistic, so you can stick with it.” 

Think of savings as a skill, not a sacrifice. Here’s what to remember when getting started:

1. Set yourself up for success, not overwhelm by getting clear on your spending. “Start by taking stock of your essentials. Then look at what’s left—and automate a small amount into savings every month,” said Courtney. “Set it and forget it.” 

2. Start with a percentage instead of a number. “Try saving just 1% of your paycheck,” said Tori. “If you earn $2,000 a month, that’s $20. The key is proving to yourself you can save. That’s how you build momentum.”

3. Keep the habit growing. Saving can feel slow, but that doesn’t mean you’re failing. “Progress isn’t always linear,” Tori said. “It’s messy, interrupted, and human. Saving $20 when life feels chaotic is proof you’re still showing up for yourself.”

Remember your why. Every dollar saved is an investment in your future self, so ask yourself what freedom or peace you are buying with this habit.

One thing about having a friend who’s super into food is that there are usually tasty perks. Give your thanks for all those restaurant recs and home-cooked meals with gifts that really show how much you appreciate their superior taste. (Get it?)

1. Starting off strong, this luxurious tea is as delicious as it is good for you. Top it off with rare black bee honey for a truly special present. 

2. For the home chef who wants to say goodbye to toxic nonstick pans, this 30% off stainless steel set is our editors’ absolute fave. 

3. A good knife—half off right now—will forever be a great gift. 

4. This pickle candle is so good we almost want to gatekeep it. (It actually smells incredible and a bit reminiscent of 2000s cucumber melon scent.) 

5. Upgrade their struggle meals to superb meals by gifting this noodle set that is equal parts easy and tasty.

6. As winter temps roll in, sourdough bakers are lamenting how long it takes for their starter to rise after feedings. Fix their problem with this. 

7. It might be time to replace your friend’s disintegrating kitchen tools (15% off!)… We speak from experience.

8. This is for the foodies who double as hosting superstars. 

9. This scalloped glass cake stand is every baker’s dream. 

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