Give the gift of luxury with the help of the CVLUX 2024 Gift Guide! We just announced that the magazine is moving to eight poignantly themed issues that will come out every six weeks next year. In anticipation of this exciting change, this special digital feature includes a round-up of correlating local items for each section. There are seven topics to explore, each highlighting a variety of businesses, objects, and experiences while emphasizing the best of the Central Valley.

Beauty + Wellness

Self-care is always in season. A scrumptious-smelling soaking salt from a local philanthropic organization, a luxurious skincare set that helps upkeep office treatments, and an incredible eyebrow mask make it easy to indulge in beauty rituals from the comfort of one’s own bathroom. Keep the good juju going with the gift of yoga for a year or a floating session that offers pain relief, relaxation, recovery, and better sleep to loved ones and yourself.

1. Arch Haus of Brows Sarah Maxwell Beauty The Brow Mask Ultimate Lifting Treatment - 10 Pack $51.48 from www.archhausofbrows.com 2. True REST Fresno Single Float $89.00 BOGO from giftcards.truerest.com 3. Kiss Me Med Spa Epicutis Simple System + Travel Set $375.00 from www.kissmemedspa.com 4. The Space Yoga 12 Month Membership Unlimited $1,375.00 from www.thespacevisalia.com 5. Salt + Light Sequoia Salt Soak $35.00 from www.saltandlightworks.square.site

LUX life

Luxury looks lovely on everyone. Yet, it takes on many different forms. Craft a custom scent for someone special. For the fashionista in your life, a closet color assessment can take their wardrobe to the next level. Fancy pajamies are always appreciated. Leather goods enthusiasts will adore a pre-loved, authentic designer addition to their handbag collection. And diamonds have a permanent place on most wish lists. Go for something you wouldn’t buy just any day.

1. Gianni Fine Jewelers Sydnee Evan Gold & Diamond Love Charm Necklace $770.00 to $11,705.00 from www.giannijewelry.com 2. Zaytoona Custom Perfume $20.00 to $40.00 from www.zaytoonariverpark.com 3. Fresno Coin Gallery, The Showroom Authentic Luxury Department from www.fresnocoin.com 4. Atelier La Rouge Bella Long Sleeve Top & Boxer Pajama Set $98.00 from www.shoplarouge.com 5. Style Re-Imagined Re-Start Closet Color Assessment $150.00 from www.stylereimagined.net

Home & Garden

Flowers feed the soul, but home is where the heart is, especially during the holidays. An already stunning space will smell equally beautiful thanks to the magic that is room spray. Candles are another such gift that upgrade any interior. Bring the outside in to a friend or family member’s home with a seasonless, charming potted olive. A new yet lovingly aged decorative tray or a set of festive cheese knives is an ideal present for the hostess with the mostess.

1. RPL. Lifestyle Apothecary Guild The Opal Black Fig Vetiver Five Wick Candle $189.00 from @rpl.lifestyle 2. Olives & Home Potted Mini Olive Tree $180.00 from www.olivesandhome.com 3. The Foundry Capri Blue – Volcano Room Spray $28.00 from www.thefoundrycollective.com 4. The Holiday Boutique at Willow Gardens Brass Cheese Knives $37.99 from www.shopwillowholiday.com 5. Revival 23 Interiors Beaded Wood Tray with Gold Trim $39.00 from www.revival23interiors.com

Power Players

Harness your present-picking superpowers for the movers and shakers in your life. Consider a custom and undeniably cute safe to house small valuables. Help hone their golf game with an indoor practice. Monopolize Fresno via the most famous real estate board game with a version that highlights homegrown landmarks. Plan a team-building getaway that your employees will cherish. Add to his watch collection with a timepiece that spotlights the night.

1. Wonder Valley Team/Corporate Retreat from www.wondervalley.com 2. The Safe Gal Cube Safe $850.00 from www.thesafegal.com 3. Mulligans Indoor Golf Club Package $30.00 to $105.00 from www.playatmulligans.com 4. Fresno, CA Monopoly Board Game $44.99 from us.toptrumps.com 5. Orloff Jewelers Baume & Mercier Watch $4,900.00 from www.orloffjewelers.com

Travel + Leisure

One of the biggest perks to living in the Central Valley its proximity to tons of destination-worthy attractions. Treat your vino pals to an unforgettable wine tasting outing via side car. Indulge in a romantic staycation with your sweetheart. Give the gift of relaxation and rejuvenation with a spa package in the Sierra Nevada foothills. A National Park Pass is a year-long ticket for great outdoors goers. For international travel, pick them up a stylish passport wallet.

1. Third Wheel Tours Explore Paso Experience starting at $50.00 from www.thirdwheeltours.com 2. The Darling Hotel Romance Package $249.00 to $519.00 from www.thedarlingvisalia.com 3. Château du Sureau The Spa at the Estate Packages $370.00 to $750.00 from www.chateausureau.com 4. America The Beautiful National Park Pass $80.00 from shop.usparkpass.com 5. Pretty Pickie Wanderer’s Vintage Leather Passport Travel Wallet $45.00 from www.prettypickie.com

Legacy

There are a lot of local legacies to be enjoyed here. Music enthusiasts will relish a custom ticket series to hear world-class symphony played in Fresno. Gift a creative family with an annual art museum membership. Celebrate the season and beyond with a pair of bottles from a favorite Madera-based winery. Share the knowledge that The Vineyards is harnessing by buying a book dedicated to ending Alzheimer’s. Treat those with a sweet tooth to a frozen fruit favorite.

1. Wawona Frozen Foods Holiday Baked Jewels & Gems $20.00 for 60ct from Peach Tree Fruit Stand www.wawona.com/peach-tree-fruit-stand 2. CRŪ Winery Signature Duo Collection $50.00 from www.cruwinery.com 3. Fresno Art Museum Family Level Membership $75.00 from www.fammuseumstore.shopsettings.com 4. Fresno Philharmonic 2024-2025 Create Your Own Series $135.00 to $338.00 from www.fresnophil.org 5. The End of Alzheimer’s by Dr. Dale E. Bredesen, MD $18.00 from www.apollohealthco.com

Cuisine

Food brings people together even more than usual during this time of year. Give a basket of goodies when you can’t pick just one. Seasoning aficionados will be delighted to receive a Santa Maria style variety of spice mixes. Organize a custom culinary experience for those who love to learn and cook as much as they like to eat. Fuse flower and food love with edible, organic confetti. Those with a picture-perfect kitchen will adore this display pedestal.

1. Magnolias Yarden Edible Confetti Blend – Dried 10g $25.00 from www.magnoliasyarden.com 2. Pappy’s Fine Foods 6-Pack Seasoning $45.00 from www.pappysfinefoods.com 3. Elbow Room Signature Basket $60.00 from shop.elbowroomfresno.com 4. DeFrancesco’s Kitchen Custom Menus: Crafting Your Culinary Experience $150.00 per person from www.defrancescos-kitchen.myshopify.com 5. Shop At The Avenue Marble Pedestal $48.00 to $60.00 each from www.shoppeattheavenue.com