Is there really any mystery about what the women in our life want this holiday season? They want to feel good, to have happiness well within reach, to experience joy. A beautiful necklace or a handmade scarf will buoy them up on their journey. When you shop local, you will also elevate the prospects the merchants and artists who help to enliven our streets with beauty and wonder. To quote a certain octogenarian lifestyle icon, “It’s a good thing!”
Gifts for Women in New Mexico
TOko
Explore Ann Cox’s iconic glass and fiber jewelry collection at TOko Santa Fe, where each vibrant piece—necklaces, earrings, and cuffs—combines bold colors with playful artistry and craftsmanship. Based in Belgium, Cox uses recycled glass in her contemporary designs.
Golden Eye
Golden Eye’s unique, handcrafted gold jewelry is truly fit for royalty. This vibrant, red rubellite tourmaline ring is set in 18k gold and beautifully accented with orange sapphires and sparkling diamonds. A bold and elegant statement.
Santa Fe Dry Goods
Santa Fe Dry Goods beautifully weaves culture and art together, showcasing a diverse collection of designers and artists. This hand-dyed cashmere Shibori blanket, crafted by artist Suzusan, incorporates traditional Japanese Shibori techniques in an eye-catching, contemporary design.
Array Home
Elevate your collection with exclusive pieces by New Mexico artist Peggy Lee Baker, like her hammered sterling silver bead necklace featuring a stunning oval diamond pendant or her opal beaded necklace with a sterling clasp and captivating diamond eye pendant.
Warp Zone
Based in Abiquiu, Warp Zone specializes in creating hand-woven and dyed wearable art that transforms everyday fashion into vibrant expressions of creativity. The Red Trill Twill Redux is a standout piece, crafted from luxurious Egyptian and pima cotton, featuring a psychedelic pattern that captivates the eye.
W Department
Curated with a discerning eye, the W Department at The Webster Collection showcases iconic styles from COMME des GARÇONS, Rick Owens, Issey Miyake, and more. This ethereal white, ruffled top from COMME des GARÇONS layers effortlessly with a sweater or jacket to create a standout look.
Living Threads
Crafting the Mud Silk Kimono uses methods dating back to the Ming Dynasty. The fabric is mordanted with the juice of yams from Guangdong Province and dyed using iron-rich mud from the Pearl River Delta, creating a one-of-a-kind, organic piece rooted in tradition.
Museum of International Folk Art
Handcrafted by skilled Maasai beaders, this beautiful collar necklace is made with glass beads, coconut palm wood, and finished with leather panels. The contemporary design draws inspiration from the Maasai’s rich traditions of craftsmanship.
JJ Justice
This dazzling necklace combines mother of pearl and emerald in a sterling silver half-moon design, complete with a pearl drop and adjustable silk cord. A true one-of-a-kind piece, it’s just one of the many treasures in JJ’s collection of uniquely curated jewelry.
Homefrocks
Wrap yourself in luxurious warmth with Homefrocks’ mid-length cardigan, crafted from alpaca and fine merino wool. Available in three shades, this Italian-made knit features a sophisticated shawl collar and delicately knitted pockets.
4kinship
Limited edition, hand-dyed bandanas are the perfect gift for the fashionable women on your list. Made in Santa Fe of organic cotton, each bandana is dyed individually, so every piece is unique.
Form & Concept
Annette Doreng’s playful raincloud necklace is a quirky and delightful addition to any jewelry collection. A sterling silver cloud is sits over bronze lightning bolts and sparkling Swarovski crystals, creating a whimsical yet elegant piece. Pair it with the matching earrings.
Meraki Boutique
Expertly crafted with layers of beads, gold chains, hand-knotted denim, or sparkling crystals, Julio Designs necklaces are gorgeous statement pieces. Choose a customizable length, allowing you to tailor it your personal style.
MoMo Taos
Charming fish earrings for women crafted from silver by Moussa Albaka, a Tuareg tribesman from Niger. He comes from a family of silversmiths and has won a UNESCO award for artistic excellence for his work.
Rhiannon Griego
Fine art textile artist Rhiannon Griego infuses her heritage into every piece, bringing wearable art to life. Drawing inspiration from her Mexican, Tohono O’odham, and Spanish ancestry, Griego creates modern interpretations of traditional craftsmanship. Each textile is carefully handwoven, using natural dyes and sustainable fibers whenever possible.
Story Natassja Santistevan and Julia Leonard / Principle Photography by Tira Howard
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