When it comes to the holidays, getting to shop for friends and family is by far one of my favorite parts of the season. I love making a day or two of it, getting a friend on board and taking my time while browsing some favorite stops. The one that owns my heart and houses the best finds in my book has always been Barneys New York. Aside from it being my own personal shopping mecca, it’s always the destination I go to when I want someone else to feel extra special.

I’ll pretty much take any excuse, any time of the year to swing by the store, which is why I literally jumped out of my seat when they asked me to create a Gift Guide with them this holiday season. Click over to their Holiday Lookbook to see five gift guides I put together along with some helpful tips. And read a fun Q&A I did with The Window on some holiday mischief, traditions and our plans for this year.