The 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

From denim to diamonds, the local scene has everything you need to gift a loved one — whether him or her — the ideal holiday present.

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(Photographer: Alicia Stepp, Opal Creative Producer & Stylist: Jenny B. Davis, The SWB Agency Hair & Makeup Artist: LB Rosser, Kim Dawson Agency Models:  Lacee Teel, Kim Dawson Agency Jackson Marshall, Kim Dawson Agency Digitech: Luke McDonald Assistant Stylist: Cale Bedingfield)

Step into a season of bold style and thoughtful gifting, where Western spirit meets modern luxury. From high-fashion looks to hands-on experiences, these picks bring plenty of sparkle — and a little adventure — to everyone on your list.

Best of the West On Her: 

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Jacket: Alix of Bohemia, $1,450. You Are Here 

Top: $425, Chieffalo Americana 

Skirt: Xirena, $250. You Are Here 

Boots: Staud, $495. Bette’s 

Bag: Polo Ralph Lauren, $698. Neiman Marcus Fort Worth 

Earrings: 14K yellow gold, 1.23 ctw diamond and pearl, $3,100. 

Bachendorf’s Ring (right): 18K white gold, 1.57 ctw opal, 2.3 ctw round diamonds, $3,100. 

Bachendorf’s Ring (left): Roberto Coin, 18K yellow gold with turquoise, mother of pearl, and .28 ctw round diamonds, $5,890. Bachendorf’s 

On Him: 

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Suede Overshirt: $425. Tecovas 

Shirt: $79.50. Levi’s Store 

Jeans: $225. Chieffalo Americana 

Belt Buckle: $600, Chieffalo Americana 

Belt: Vintage Tony Lama, $250, Chieffalo Americana 

Shoes: $135, Tecovas 

Watch: Breitling Premier B0 Chronograph 42mm, $9,750. Bachendorf’s 

Day Dream On Her: 

Bomber: Bonnie Smith by Isiah Shayle, by special order. [email protected] 

Sweater: Love the Label, $275. Birdie  

Skirt: Emily McCarthy, $268. Birdie 

Bag: Akris, $1,690. Neiman Marcus Fort Worth 

Sunglasses: Christian Dior, $590. Adair Eyewear 

Earrings: 18K yellow gold with 106 baguette diamonds(2.82 ctw), $6,460, Bachendorf’s 

On Him: 

Sweater: Paige, $309. Neiman Marcus Fort Worth 

Shirt: Rag & Bone, $195. Neiman Marcus Fort Worth 

Pants: Theory, $265. Neiman Marcus Fort Worth 

An Enchanted Evening 

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Tuxedo Jacket: Veronica Beard, $898. You Are Here Fort Worth 

Blouse: $229, Lindsay Nicholas New York 

Skirt: $299. Lindsay Nichols, New York 

Heels: Saint Laurent, $1,450. Neiman Marcus Fort Worth 

Watch: Chopard La Strada 18K rose gold and diamond, $94,100. Bachendorf’s 

Earrings: 18K yellow gold, white topaz over white mother of pearl, 190 round diamonds  

(.87 ctw), $4,943. Bachendorf’s 

Ring: 18K yellow gold diamond pave (3.3 ctw), $8,360. Bachendorf’s 

Bracelets: 

Second Image: 18K yellow gold, bezel set, straight line bracelet with 40 emerald-cut diamonds (5.50 ctw), $15,550 

First Image: 18K yellow gold diamond straight line bracelet with 43 round diamonds  

(9.36 ctw), $28,500. 

Fourth Image: 18K yellow gold straight line bracelet with 54 round diamonds  (6.27 ctw), $12,500 

All from Bachendorf’s 

Where to Shop For These Items 

Adair Eyewear 

Bachendorf’s

Birdie x Bette’s 

Chieffalo Americana 

Lindsay Nicholas New York 

Tecovas 

Levi’s Store 

  • 1604 S. University Drive  
  • 682.267.3791 
  • levis.com 

Neiman Marcus Fort Worth 

You Are Here 

Presents of Mind: The Gift of an Experience 

By Jenny B. Davis 

We all know the meaning of the season — and it’s not synonymous with stuff. Year after year, we’re stuck in the same spending cycle, often closely followed by the get-and-regift cycle (don’t worry, we won’t tell). But there is a better way. When you give a gift that comes with an experience, you’re giving much more than a thing. You’re giving time, you’re giving togetherness, and you’re helping to create a special memory that can last a lifetime. 

Curating Cocktails 

Since the Bowie House luxury hotel opened in Fort Worth’s Cultural District two years ago, it’s become a stomping ground for A-list celebrities and a beacon of modern luxury-meets-Western chic. Now you, too, can partake in this elite group, thanks to the bartending team’s private cocktail classes, where lead bartender Tia Downey will lead you through three curated tastings plus a customized cocktail. 

$150 per person; class availability is limited but must be booked at least 48 hours in advance.  

Candles for a Cause 

Taking part in The Worthy Co.’s signature Candle Studio Experience isn’t just about making a custom candle; it’s about providing help and hope to survivors of sex trafficking. Every penny from The Worthy Co.’s candle-making class benefits The Net Fort Worth, the company’s parent nonprofit that assists survivors through programs that range from jail outreach to support groups and employment assistance.  

$48 for a seat in the one-hour-long class. Private classes are also possible for groups up to 20, and physical and digital gift cards are available.  

  • 5008 Gage Ave. 
  • The Shops at Clearfork 
  • 817.615.9272  
  • worthy-co.com 

Honoring Character and Courage 

Arlington’s newly opened National Medal of Honor Museum won’t just educate you about the meaning of our nation’s highest military award for valor, it will inspire you. The immersive museum is a must-visit for everyone, but its VIP tours offer the opportunity to experience its powerful exhibits in a small-group setting where a docent offers more in-depth information and insights surrounding some of the medal’s 3,528 recipients. 

VIP tickets for the 60-minute tour range from $40–$60 but includes all-day access to the museum and its grounds.  

Scents and Sensibility 

Planning a Dallas daycation? Make plans to visit Olfactory NYC, the popular Big Apple-based custom fragrance maker that opened its first Texas location in October. Located in the bustling Uptown neighborhood’s West Village shopping district, Olfactory NYC offers everyone the chance to custom blend a signature scent, as an advisor guides each guest through a multistep custom blending process. 

$85 for the bottle gift card or the at-home custom fragrance experience; gift sets of custom fragrance range between $80–$100.  

Custom Cowgirl 

Started in Texas by a former fashion journalist, this dynamic boutique specializes in Boho-Western style clothing and accessories, plus unique vintage finds. But it also boasts the Original Hat Bar, a personalized hat-styling experience where a dedicated hat stylist helps you choose the perfect hat to fit both your head and your style.  

$20 to reserve a spot with a hat stylist, which includes a boozy sip or a suede hat band to add to your creation. Hat prices depend on customization.