Staff Picks
All the gifts we're snagging for family, friends and ourselves.
JAMILIA AKHADOVA
Sales Associate, NYC Shop
Favorite holiday movie?
Best gift ever received over the holidays?
Rumble gym classes
Egg nog or hot chocolate?
Hot chocolate
Gift you're hoping to receive from Mashburn?
Kilt Heel in Light Taupe Suede
"Stylish, comfortable, and unique."
"You can style it with jeans, trousers, or a skirt."
"Very fluffy and adorable for my sister who lived in Switzerland."
"My mom would adore this beautiful bag."
SHANE HUMAN
Digital Designer, Headquarters
Favorite holiday movie?
Serendipity
Best gift ever received over the holidays?
Charlotte Hornets Starter Jacket circa 1993
Egg nog or hot chocolate?
Hot chocolate
Gift you're hoping to receive from Mashburn?
Cashpad Fishtail Parka (I need to get properly sorted for the Oasis reunion next year.)
"This is, hands down, the best and most peculiar candle scent. It's perfect for everyone... a certified classic."
"Something the average person will never buy for themselves... elevated Italian toothpaste. But once you use it, you're never going back to drugstore brands."
"The subtle hint of vetiver and patchouli combine to produce a simple clean smell that reminds me of my grandpa (in the best old school way possible). Just let it hang in your shower and it'll make your entire bathroom smell aromatic."
"We're going Luxe (with a capital L) with this Carpinchos leather. It's buttery soft with super intricate and natural markings, but it's a real workhorse hide that'll hold up to the rigors of winter."
FRANNY STEWART
Sales Associate, Nashville
Favorite holiday movie?
The Holiday
Best gift ever received over the holidays?
A trampoline in my backyard when I was 8
Egg nog or hot chocolate?
Hot chocolate
Gift you're hoping to receive from Mashburn?
Pajama Set in White Poplin/Pink Trim
"This is perfect for my dad because he loves unique gifts and I can't wait to tell him the story behind the meaning of WSID! He is going to love it!"
"I am gifting these to both of my brother-in-laws! Who doesn't love a new pair of good socks?! Plus, they are made of Merino wool which is my personal favorite here at Mashburn."
"The black wax of this candle elevates it so much making it a chic gift for my candle-loving sisters. "
"The style and color is the perfect combination of an elegant piece! My mom is a classic neutral girl, lives at the beach, and always has a good tan which will compliment this color perfectly!"
JENNA ESPINOZA
Manager, NYC Shop
Favorite holiday movie?
Scrooged with Bill Murray
Best gift ever received over the holidays?
Nan Goldin print
Egg nog or hot chocolate?
Hot chocolate
Gift you're hoping to receive from Mashburn?
Handwoven Tote in Dark Brown Veg-Tanned Leather
"Everyone needs this perfect coffee cup."
"This enchanting little cabin is the perfect nostalgic gift. It will make your home smell like Christmas."
"Let's be honest... we lose them more than we wear them."
"A warm blanket-like two-tone scarf completes every outfit."
GEORGE GITZENDANNER
Sales Associate, Houston
Favorite holiday movie?
Home Alone
Best gift ever received over the holidays?
10-speed bicycle (many years ago)
Egg nog or hot chocolate?
Egg nog
Gift you're hoping to receive from Mashburn?
Salvatore Ferragamo Tie
“I'm gifting these to my eldest son to add a bit of (very toned down) Mashburn green to his tuxedo when he attends performances of the State Orchestra (his wife is lead cello!)”
"My middle son is an advisor to Doctoral students, and in this position, you really need to upgrade your wardrobe beyond polos (even if they are Mashburn polos). Add a bit of dress-up "authority" without going plain white or light blue! This slightly bolder graph check can confidently stand on its own, or carry its weight with a bold tie!"
"For my Brasilian wife... while I've bought her lots of precious/semi-precious jewelry when we lived there, she needs something "nice" but not so formal... this is it!! Beautiful smoky glass beads, unique freshwater pearls, and she would love the adjustable length clasp. 'Would' because there is only one left and some very lucky customer will snap up this beauty before me."
"My youngest son recently purchased a McMansion (complete with gas fireplace), so for gatherings he always builds a small bonfire in the backyard fire pit. Pull up a camp chair and join in the conversation!! This Swedish axe will enable him to split down firewood to make an easier-to-start fire (with less smoke)!"
LYNE HEBERT
Senior Sales Associate, NYC Shop
Favorite holiday movie?
Home Alone 1 & 2
Best gift ever received over the holidays?
Concert tickets to Bon Jovi
Egg nog or hot chocolate?
Hot chocolate
Gift you're hoping to receive from Mashburn?
Classic Shirtwaist Dress in Blackwatch Silk Shantung
"Perfect for one of my friends who's favorite color is blue."
“I'm getting my sister these sherpa trimmed gloves. She’s always cold when driving her car!”
"My sister loves sleepwear and she is going to Florida this winter so I am going to put these in her stocking. You can wear them in the house with a t-shirt or as a little pj when you go to bed."
"My niece loves all little things so this cosmetic bag will do just the trick."
And if you're still looking for more gift guidance...
Ann's 2024 Christmas List
read ann's listAnn's giving gift advice (and dropping hints for people with the last name 'Mashburn.')
Sid's 2024 Christmas List
read sid's listA roundup of the gifts Sid's most excited about... for himself and for everyone else on your list.