GOOD things come to those who wait, and we made you wait an extra day for our final day of this year’s GOOD Morning Wilton Holiday Gift Guide! All this week we’ve featured a collection of really GOOD items from so many amazing brick-and-mortar retailers, restaurateurs and merchants in town, plus a great collection of independent entrepreneurs, and also some Wilton non-profit organizations. There is something for everyone on your list and best of all, this is your ultimate guide to shopping local.
Today, we feature gifts that cost $50 and up. Don’t forget to check out our Guides to items $20 and Under and $50 and Under. Get ready to shop and gift away!
Massage Green Spa
How often have you found yourself passing by a spa wishing you could receive a relaxing massage, facial or infrared sauna, but were discouraged to book an appointment due to the lack of convenience, affordability or timing? Massage Green Spa guarantees that every visit to their beautiful spa will work within your schedule and budget and provide a soothing and relaxing result that will help you incorporate massage, facials and infrared sauna therapy into your wellness routine.
Owner and Wilton resident Rob Tobias has a Special Holiday Offer: Buy three gift cards valued at $49.95 and receive the 4th free. (In-store purchase only; offer expires Dec. 31, 2016)
Massage Green Spa is located at 542 Westport Rd., Norwalk in the Bed Bath & Beyond plaza
Emmy Starr Designs
Wilton jewelry designer Emmy Starr offers these handcrafted sterling hammered hoop earrings and other original designs (prices vary). Her gorgeous work can be found on her Emmy Starr Designs website as well as at Local Soul in Wilton Center. Local Soul is located at 90 Old Ridgefield Rd.
Xenia Photography
Xenia Gross, a Wilton lifestyle and portrait photographer, is offering Holiday Gift Certificates for a 30-minute photo session, for $100.
It includes a photo session and one jpeg. The gift certificate must be used within one year of purchase. For more information visit Xenia Photography online.
W by Worth
Experience personalized shopping in a relaxed, private setting. Work with W by Worth‘s professional stylists, Lisa Lombardi and Camille Gilroy, who will help you build a flexible, long-lasting and fun wardrobe, while respecting your personal style and budget. For more information reach Lombardi via email or online; and Gilroy via email or online.
Possibilities Farm
Possibilities Farm is a new equine resource center for personal and professional development in Wilton. Are you overwhelmed by politics, health concerns or the holiday season? Visit Possibilities Farm and spend time in a serene setting gaining new perspectives from two wise horses. You’ll leave feeling refreshed and better prepared to respond to whatever challenges lie ahead. One hour equine-facilitated learning or equine assisted reiki sessions are a way of adding some peace to a turbulent world. No prior horse experience necessary and no riding involved. Possibilities Farm gift certificates are $100 for one, $75 each for two or more. Contact Carrie Brady at 203.210.7484 or via email.
JoyRide Wilton
Spread JOY this holiday season with a 5-class pack gift card at JoyRide Wilton plus a colorful bondi band for only $135 (plus tax). Stop by, call 203.762.6122, or email. JoyRide Wilton is located at 3 Godfrey Pl.
Wilton Hardware
The Dewalt 20V Cordless Drill Driver is $149.99 at Wilton Hardware. It includes two 20V Max Compact Lithium-Ion Battery Packs, a compact charger and contractor bag. Wilton Hardware is located at 21 River Rd.
Wilton Family YMCA
Whether it’s learning to swim, participating in a team sport, or enjoying a challenging group fitness workout, there are so many ways a YMCA gift card can help someone you care about exercise their potential. A gift card for the Wilton Family YMCA is a perfect way to say “I care about you.” There is no better way to show someone you care than to give them something that helps them gain confidence, feel stronger and have a lot of fun while doing so. For more information call Michelle Wishna at 203.762.8384, ext. 222, or visit the Wilton Family Y website.
Blue Star Bazaar
These bold and whimsical printed leggings from Terez are designed and made in New York. They don’t just look good, these pants feel great whether you are headed to a spin class or dashing around town. The funky designs include everything from a winter ski scene, to liquid metal and a New York satellite image. Blue Star Bazaar has them for $76 per pair. Find them at Blue Star Bazaar, at 237 Danbury Rd., or on the Blue Star Bazaar website.
Tusk & Cup Fine Coffee
Give the gift of Tusk & Cup Gift Cards in any denomination. Purchase 10 or more cards, and receive a 10-percent discount on the entire purchase. Tusk & Cup is located at 142 Old Ridgefield Rd.
Moments by Andrea Photography
Andrea Topalian, a certified professional photographer serving Fairfield County families since 2006, has a GMW-only offer for new clients: Up to $300 off professional portraits, available for the first 10 customers to contact Andrea and mention this promotion. Pricing ensures that family photography clients get all digital images so no moments are left behind.
- Newborn Session (new baby and parents): session fee and all Digital Images Collection ($300 off)
- Family or Sibling Session: session fee and all Digital Images Collection ($200 off)
- Milestone Portrait Session of one subject (baby stages, birthdays, graduations and other special occasion portraits): session fee and all Digital Images Collection ($200 off)
- Headshot session and one retouched digital image ($150 off)
New Client GMW Holiday Promotion restrictions: Sessions take place at Andrea’s Wilton natural light white room studio or client’s Wilton home. Discount is for weekday sessions 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; upgrades to weekends possible in some cases. See website for pricing of all session types. Sessions must be purchased by Dec. 24, 2016. Certificates are valid on sessions that take place before May 31, 2017. Cannot be combined with any other offer.
Contact Moments by Andrea via email.
Wilton Historical Society
Shop hand-made this holiday!
This beautifully hand-crafted retro bird mobile’s design is directly influenced by the maker’s love of Danish Modern furniture and sleek designs of the 1950’s. Works in a multitude of locations, from kid’s rooms to dens, hallways, living rooms and gathering spaces. Crafted of solid 1/8-inch thick solid walnut with satin finish. Another mobile by the same maker floats copper gingko leaves – stunning! Comes completely assembled with wire cord, ready to hang. Made by hand in Greensboro, North Carolina. You can find the Retro Bird Mobile for $150 and the Copper Gingko Leaf Mobile for $90 at the Betts Store at the Wilton Historical Society. Visit the Wilton Historical Society at 224 Danbury Rd./Rt. 7
Outdoor Sports Center
The Smith Quantum Ski Helmet ($300) is a brand new model from Smith that incorporates all the exciting new helmet technology in one fantastic helmet. Several different design features work to reduce impact, and MIPS technology lowers the chances of concussion. It is easily adjustable, breathable, and has a magnetic buckle that is much easy to maneuver in bulky gloves than the traditional plastic buckles. Outdoor Sports Center is located at 80 Danbury Rd.
Hello Yoga
Hello Yoga is offering 20% off all class cards and private sessions purchased online with the code hello20. Visit the Hello Yoga website to purchase.
Wilton Library
Wilton Library’s Giving Tree is an annual tradition that stands bright in the gallery each year at this time. The tree is a Wish List of items/materials/programs that the library would like to bring into the collection or provide to the community. Simply pick the item on the special “ornament,” bring it to the circulation desk and pay for it. The item can be purchased in honor or in memory of someone, or to commemorate a special occasion. A lovely gift card is given to the purchaser, who in turn can give it to the person or family being honored. Where possible, a bookplate will be placed on the selected item to highlight the honoree. The item chosen for each category is a representation of what is currently on the tree. Items may go quickly but there are many choices in each category if the first request is not available.
Items $50 and over are represented by the book, Chagall: The Stained Glass Windows by Sylvie Forestier at $80, a perfect purchase for the collection during this holiday season.
Shoppers also are reminded of Wilton Library’s Holiday Book Sale in which bargains in all price ranges can be found on a daily basis.
Both the Giving Tree and Holiday Book Sale run through January 2, 2017.
Wilton Library is located at 137 Old Ridgefield Rd.
Renaissance Beauty
The Juara Coffee and Cream set is a limited edition created just for the holidays features the Invigorating Coffee Scrub and Candlenut Body Crème. This simple 2-step beauty ritual in a giftable, decorative can, enhances radiance, exfoliates, hydrates, firms & softens skin. What a delightful way to rejuvenate and energize both the skin and the senses! This ritual set, with a retail value of $73 but priced at $58 at Renaissance Beauty, includes the Invigorating Body Scrub and Candlenut Body Creme. Renaissance Beauty is located at 134 Old Ridgefield Rd.
Chou Chou
Snow or no snow, these Sorel Snow Boots are a triple threat–Fun, Fashionable and Functional (and Found at Chou Chou for $180-$230)! The perfect on-trend gift for the girl who’s tough to shop for–she will adore these! Chou Chou is located at 21 River Rd.
Painted Cookie
The Painted Cookie has Gift Cards for any amount, so you can give the gift of Nut-Free Cookies. The Painted Cookie is located at 196 Danbury Rd.
India Hicks
Wilton resident Kim Daversa just started as a brand consultant with India Hicks. She recommends the Insider Pouch ($148), the perfect carryall for day, night, country, city, beach–heck, even outer space because the sky’s the limit! $148.00 To order visit Daversa’s website.
Rodan + Fields
Rodan + Fields REDEFINE is a comprehensive skincare regimen that layers cosmetic ingredients and potent peptide technology to help defend against and reduce the visible signs of aging for noticeably firmer, smoother, flawless-looking skin for the holidays! The REDEFINE Regimen features four full-size products: Daily Cleansing Mask, Pore Minimizing Toner, Triple Defense Treatment SPF 30, and Overnight Restorative Cream.
$199 Retail and shipping or $179 Preferred Customer price–join and receive 10% off and free shipping. Contact Lorraine Sullivan at 203.536.0112 or Susan Cramer at 203.545.4077 for more details.
J. Hilburn
J. Hilburn helps men express their personal style through clothes that fit. Custom, made-to-measure and ready-to-wear options are available, assuring they can help any man look and feel his best in every situation. Select items are available for purchase at Local Soul or get in touch with independent personal stylist Lisa Lombardi via email, by phone at 203.820.6755 or on her website. Local Soul is located at 90 Old Ridgefield Rd.
Open House
Open House carries the Michael Aram line of candles, frames and tableware, which make elegant and unique gifts. Some pieces are only available through select retailers–including Open House. Open House is located at 9 Center St.
“B” Chic
Whether it’s ripped or cut-off, dark washed, distressed or coated, “B” Chic has the perfect denim for everyone! Voted best jeans in Fairfield County for the past five years running (2012-2016), they’re dedicated to finding the perfect pair of jeans just for you. “B” Chic is located in the Barringer Building, at 78 Old Ridgefield Rd.
Stop by tonight (Thursday, Dec. 8) for a special Holiday Shopping Night–all the stores in the Barringer Building will be staying open late!
Signature Style
Wilton’s favorite custom-order store, Signature Style has these great Canvas Sports pillows, $67 for it to be personalized to your athlete and his or her sport.
For the grownup in your life, these bar glasses are $60 to customize four with the same design (slight uncharge for a different design on each glass). Signature Style is located in the Barringer Building at 72 Old Ridgefield Rd.
Stop by tonight (Thursday, Dec. 8) for a special Holiday Shopping Night–all the stores in the Barringer Building will be staying open late!