Fleece blanket, $17 – $25
You know that scene in The Color Purple where Shug looks at Celie and goes, “You sho’ is ugly!” That’s this blanket. It is not cute, but it’s gangbusters at keeping you cozy. I have one in discontinued black from a few years ago but my first choice would have been Army issue green (I got it in the store and they only had green in twin).

My king-sized has served as the first line of defense when the heat breaks down in the middle of the night, is first choice for movie watching, and occasionally has been hastily fashioned into an impromptu bathrobe.

This would be really nice for the always cold person on your list.

from target.com

“Great shoes!”

I was at a party and the handful of women in the circle I joined all looked down at my feet.

“Super cute!” said one.

“Are they vintage?” asked another.

“Thank you!” I said. “Target!”

It’s an endless debate between letting people think you’ve found a unique one-of-a-kind purchase and bringing them in on your great bargain. My frugal side wins every time.

They are SO comfortable, too. (And way cuter in person.) (And vegan.)

$23, from Target