Simon Doonan's Top 10 Gifts For Every Fashion Girl

By Hannah Weil McKinley

Updated on 11/27/2014 at 2:00 PM

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As the Barneys creative ambassador-at-large, noted book author, and tastemaker, Simon Doonan's made it his business to keep us fashionable all year long. So who better to help us when the pressure is on for the holidays? Making it his mission to help us all radiate style all season, Simon's message is simple: "The fashion girl must be prepared to turn up the wattage this Holiday season. This is not a season for shrinking violets. Think raging flaming Poinsetta!!!!" With that in mind, Simon handpicked the essential gifts for all the fashion girls in your life — and he's sharing it right here. Note: it's also a perfect place to find a little inspiration for your own wish list (we certainly did!). Just scroll for Simon's guide to holiday gifting.

Want more ideas for the rest of your list? We've got you covered with our ultimate holiday gift guide — check out the stylish gift ideas for everyone! Source:

Alexander Wang Runway Canteen Bag ($695)

"Every girl needs a wicked disco purse, just big enough for a lipstick a front door key and a wad of party invites." — Simon Doonan

Chloé Striped Bikini Set ($320)

"Before the holidays are over you will inevitably be whisked off to a sun-kissed vacation spot. Make sure you are binkini-ready." — Simon Doonan

Birkenstock Metallic Arizona Sandals ($130)

"Every groovy chick needs a pair of flats for legging it from party to party." — Simon Doonan

Barneys New York Fox Fur Scarf ($450)

"Be sure to stay snuggly warm with a nice fur thingy. If you catch a chill, you will miss out on the freaky fun." — Simon Doonan

Stella McCartney Cat-Eye Sunglasses ($300)

"For the morning-after hangover situation, every girl needs a great pair of movie star don't-bother-me shades." — Simon Doonan

Irene Neuwirth Chrysoprase & Gold Earrings ($4,000)

"At some point, Mr. Wonderful is going to ask you what you want for Christmas or Hanukkah. Make sure you are ready with a bold response." — Simon Doonan

Mr. & Mrs. Furs Reversible Fur Parka ($4,970)

"When the temperature plummets, sling on a reversible, ultraversatile fur parka: great for riding the bus or swinging from a chandelier." — Simon Doonan

Givenchy Beauty Le Rouge Lipstick — Corail Décolleté 303 ($36)

"What are the holidays without an insanely vivid lip? Answer me that?" — Simon Doonan

IRO Side-Ruched Prism-Print Dress ($525)

"It's all about that entrance-making frock. Not just for parties, but for every day! The holidays are a time for fashion exhibitionism." — Simon Doonan

Isabel Marant Dicker Ankle Boots ($625)

"Trudging through the slush is not so great in an open-toed sandal. It's about a Marant ankle boot." — Simon Doonan