[dropcap letter=”I”] realized at an early age if you want to get exactly what you want for the holidays, you need to provide folks with a list. My lesson came from what is now known in my family as the “Pink Panther Christmas,” when I wanted a 10 speed bike, but Santa brought me a banana seat Pink Panther bike. Convinced Santa made a Pink-Panther-rogue-style-holiday-gift-guide-2014delivery error, I went back to sleep assuming I’d wake up to a 10 speed bike like all the other kids had in the neighborhood. Looking back, I know I was wrong for my behavior, but best believe I always create a list of what I want for the holidays after that incident.

So what does this chic want for the holidays this year? Here is my rogue style holiday gift guide 2014:

Carry on Cocktails Kit

$24 | http://carryoncocktailkit.com

I’m a sucker for bitters and a really good cocktail. Now I can have both on the go at anytime with this handy travel kit.  Don’t be surprised if I’m slightly twisted if you see me on my next flight.

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 Kitchit

Pricing starts at $30/per person |  kithit.com
There are so many great restaurants in San Francisco, but getting a reservation can be like winning the lottery.  Why bother when you can rent a personal chef with services like Kitchit? kitchit_2Kitchit has a talented team of chefs that can create meals as cheap as $30 a person to a multi-course show-stopping meal to impress the pickiest foodie. Having had a personal chef in Nicaragua, I should caution you that it will be tough to go back to cooking, but this service is so worth it.




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$770 for set | agentprovocateur.com 
 
I may not have a boyfriend at the moment, but you never know when you may meet Mr-Right-Now or need to reinact a Beyonce video on a trip. The prices aren’t for the faint hearted, but their lingerie will provoke your mate to do whatever you want. A girl always needs to be ready to play a secret agent behind closed doors!


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Global Entry Program

$100 Application fee | cbp.gov/global-entry/aboutGlobal Entry-rogue-style-holiday-gift-guide-2014

I hate lines and the worst are when you’re stuck behind a group of people who act like they’ve never been in a TSA line.  By pass U.S. Customs and TSA lines like a celebrity with the Global Entry Pass. Before you can travel like Kayne and Kim, you’ll need to apply and get cleared as a low-risk traveler. Thus, if you have a record, your $100 is probably best spent on some comfy shoes for those long lines.


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Sia Scotch

$49.99 | siascotch.com 

Sia-Scotch-rogue-style-holiday-gift-guide-2014Looking to show off your whisky (yes, I said whisky) knowledge at your holiday party? Then grab a bottle of San Francisco-based SIA Scotch.  Launched in January, this delicious whisky has already won a Double-Gold medal in the SF World Spirits Competition and received 91 points on Wine Enthusiasts.  Plus you’d be supporting a female-owned business that is shaking things up in the traditional world of Scotch.

 





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$708 | matchesfashion.com/product/211487

This coat makes me feel like I’m channeling my inner Olivia Pope from Scandal, but with a Gwen Stefani edge. I also adore the red label striped boucle coat, but it is sold out.

 

 





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HELLBENT Jewelry 

Pricing varies | bethnaumann.com

I like jewelry that makes a statement, but is classic. I discovered HELLBENT Jewelry at one of the Black Market SF events, which is a gathering in San Francisco of the city’s best craft, food artisans and performers under an intimate evening setting. The prices are decent and the jewelry is unique.

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