Finding the , eeBoo
Big Night
Big Night is a one-stop shop for the hostess with the mostess. A serving set that looks like a giant olive? Check. Vintage owl salt and pepper shakers? Hoooo doesn’t want that loveable duo?
Founder Katherine Lewin opened her first Big Night location in 2021 as a go-to for everything you need for a fantastic dinner party or gathering. From flashy flatware to barware to edible goodies, Big Night has party goers and party throwers covered.
Great gift: Jars of edible toppings, Crunchy, Roasty Glitter ($28): Original, A Little Sweet or A Little Spicy — to add a little extra flavor to any dish
Other women-owned companies to consider: , Little Words Project
The Big Dill Pickleball Co.
Katy Luxem grew up playing pickleball way before celebrities like the Kardashians started posting their dinks on social media. The one problem: Luxem couldn’t find any cool gear. Everything was blah — and expensive blah to boot. So, she created her own line of paddles and accessories featuring — what else? — pickles.
The Big Dill Pickleball Co. paddles meet the USA Pickleball requirements for tournament play and the cheerful design will help distract your opponents so you can crush your grandma and her “friend” Dorothy during your next match. Game on!
Great gift: Original Carbon Fiber Pickleball Paddles Set ($139)
Other women-owned companies to consider: Pep Pickleball, Recess
The Qi
The Qi’s company mission is “to empower you to feel more joy, beauty and life everywhere.” You had us at empower.
The Qi’s unique line of whole flower teas are an experience: After you submerge the flower in hot water, you watch it bloom. Like a beautiful Little Shop of Horrors you drink.
Founder Lisa Li started the company after experiencing burnout from work. She took a trip to Shangri-la, discovered the soothing benefits of rose tea and went to work tasting and testing more 100 blooming herbs for The Qi’s line of floral teas.
All flowers are hand-picked, organically grown and sustainably cultivated from small family-owned farms across Asia.
Great gift: Floral Collection variety box ($36)
Other women-owned companies to consider: , Prosperity Candle
Cuyana
Hellooo, purse! Cuyana handbags are chic on the outside and customizable with snap-on accessories for organization on the inside. The Oversized Paloma Bag, for example, is deceptively roomy for all your essentials and is made with Italian double-faced leather that gets better with age.
All fabrics and leathers are responsibly sourced, made by hand and designed to stay strong and carry on as part of co-founder Karla Gallardo’s mission to help people buy “fewer, better things.”
From clothing to hats to handbags, everything in the Cuyana collection is crafted from sustainable materials and made by expert craftsmen and craftswomen. Check out the Cuyana Revive pieces for pre-loved bags and accessories at a discount.
Great gift: Oversized Paloma Bag ($528)
Other women-owned companies to consider: , Olive & June
Milène Jardine Chocolatier
Milène Jardine’s passion for chocolatey goodness started when she was a kid. But it wasn’t until she left her corporate job in 2016 that she began to go all in on her dream of creating her own chocolate brand.
Milène Jardine Chocolatier treats are all handcrafted in small batches in New York City. The artisanal truffles and chocolate bars are infused with herbs, fruits, nuts and spices — zero artificial flavors or extracts — inspired by Jardine’s travels. Think ginger, turmeric and black pepper for a taste of Japan and India and whiskey and sea salt for Ireland.
Also in good taste: The company works with B-Corp-certified cacao partners that implement sustainable practices, add economic value to local farmers and promote gender equality.
Great gift: International Chocolate Bar Library ($40)
Other women-owned companies to consider: Maeve, Conexión Chocolate
