Lea Landaverde’s 14 Gifts to Help Your Amigas Shine

Welcome to Mis Favoritas! A special shopping guide curated by Latina influencers and content creators who are part of the HL community and are well-versed in the items all Latinas need to have. From Latina-owned brands to big-name brands that carry the essentials, these mujeres are highlighting their favorites in fashion, home decor, fashion, and accessories. Each guide will be themed to provide the best of the best in their respective categories in a variety of price points for all needs.

This holiday season, I wanted to create something special—a gift guide that not only celebrates the incredible mujeres in our lives but also uplifts Latina and POC-owned businesses. These handpicked gifts are deeply personal to me because they reflect the strength, creativity, and resilience of our comunidad.

Whether you’re shopping for la activista fighting for justice, la curandera embracing her roots, or la jefa paving her way, each gift is a small way to honor their unique light. From culturally inspired accessories to thoughtful tools that empower and inspire, this guide is about more than just giving—it’s about supporting the amazing people and cultura behind these products.

Every purchase is a chance to invest in our culture, our stories, and our future. I hope this guide helps you find meaningful ways to show love and support our community this holiday season. — Lea Landaverde 

Disclosure: Every product is independently selected by the guest influencer. Items purchased through our links may earn us a commission.

La Romantica

1. Corazón by Yesica Salgado

There’s nothing more romantic than a love story. Corazón is a beautiful tale celebrating love in all forms, from a mango, a song, her parents’ home, or a lover. This celebration of love and heartache is the perfect gift for the jefas in your life, who are also the most romantic person you know. Author Yesika Salgado is a Salvadorean poet whose work centers on her family, city, culture and brown body. She is also the co-founder of the Chingona Fire feminist collective. With 601 ratings with 4.8 stars, readers are calling this “soul-stirring” poetry and “one of the best new poetry books I’ve read in a long time.”

Corazón, $12, available at amazon.com.

2. Yerba Maté Bath Soak with Aloe & Jojoba Oil

Yerba maté has been a favorite energy booster for centuries, now it’s also coming to your amiga’s bathtub. The perfect companion to tea lights by the bathtub is this Yerba Maté Bath Soak by Sanara Skincare. The healing benefits of a bubble bath meet the rejuvenating properties of yerba maté, paired with soothing aloe vera and just a touch of jojoba oil to leave skin nourished and refreshed. Even more, this bath soak was the 2020 Eco-Excellence Award Winner in the Wellness Eco-Spa category. Customers have rated this five stars, saying “there are many uses for this for my health,” and they “love the body oil.”

Yerba Maté Bath Soak with Aloe & Jojoba Oil, $54, available at sanaraskincare.com.

3. Salutierra Radiant Pearl Earrings

Romance isn’t just about heart-shaped chocolate boxes and love stories; it also extends to accessories and wardrobe. These Radiant Pearl earrings by Salutierra are delicate, lovely, and incredibly romantic. They add elegance and a timeless charm to any outfit, with pearl beads and lightweight floral accents that are both dainty and adorable. These beautiful accents are handmade in El Salvador, are lightweight and, since they are handcrafted, each piece is unique. At $55, your romantic amiga will be stunned by this regalito.

“I hope in this holiday season that the community is more intentional with their dollar, and that they put their values in the forefront of their money and reinvest back into the small businesses,” Landaverde says. “Now more than ever, we need that support as small business owners, especially those who provide products. It takes a lot to provide a product and get that to your doorstep, especially during the holiday season.”

Salutierra Radiant Pearl Earrings, $55, available at salutierra.com.

4. Graceful Fleurs – Real Roses That Last for Years

Flowers are among the most thoughtful gifts we can think of. The downside, however, is that they rarely last more than a few days. That’s no longer a problem, though. With Graceful Fleurs, you can have real roses that last three to five years. These 100% real roses are handpicked at their peak beauty and preserved with a non-toxic process that preserves the flowers. They come in 16 colors and are beautifully arranged in a box your amiga can remember every time she sees them. With 466 ratings at 4.6 stars, people say the flowers are “gorgeous” and a “great product.”

Graceful Fleurs – Real Roses That Last for Years, $29.99, available at amazon.com.

La Creativa

5. Frida Kahlo Embroidery Kit

For that amiga who is always on an artistic pursuit, inspire her with this Frida Kahlo Embroidery Kit by Whichcraft Collective. The DIY kit is perfect for beginners, cross-stitchers, needle pointers, and craft lovers. Made by a small business in Australia, this thoughtful gift comes with an 8-inch embroidery hoop, ten full skeins of embroidery thread, a needle, needle threader, bobbins for the thread, and pre-printed fabric. Reviewers have called this gift a “great idea” with “great quality.” Others also say the product is “exactly as pictured, came well wrapped and delivered quickly.”

Frida Kahlo Embroidery Kit, $30.21, available at etsy.com.

6. Movo Content Creator Kit

We all have that prima who is one TikTok away from being famous, so why not encourage her on the road to virality with this Movo Content Creator Kit. The wireless vlogging kit for iPhone comes with an LED light, handgrip, and mini tripod for the perfect content creator set up. It also comes with a wireless microphone for incredible sound, plus an LED light you can adjust so their videos will always be crisp and clear. Finally, the versatile hand grip and tripod give the flexibility of holding it or leaving it stationary for static shots. At nearly $60, customers are calling this kit a “soon to be vlogger must have” and “perfect for your vlogging needs.”

Movo Content Creator Kit, $59.95, available at amazon.com.

7. Artelexia Goodie Bag

What’s better than a goodie bag? A goodie bag with surprise goodies by Artelexia. This 7×7 inch mercado bag is full of confetti, candy, stickers, and more. Each package is made to order with unique items that won’t repeat. Let the inner child of gifts shine by picking from the seven themes of the bag, including Selena, Frida, Luchador, Foodie, variety, and more. With five star reviews, customers are saying they “love” ordering goodie bags and all the goodies that come in them. If you want to go bigger than $35, you can also opt for $50, $75, and $100 gift bags.

Artelexia Goodie Bag, $35, available at artelexia.com.

8. Mexican Art Décor

We all have that amiga that’s always sprucing up her space and mixing things around. From adding plants to rearranging furniture, she could have her own show on HGTV. For this amiga, this set of 12 Cactus Wall Art Colorful Decor would be the perfect addition to her casita. Help her transform her space into a celebration of her Latina spirit with authentic Mexican flair that brings the vibrancy of Mexican culture straight to any space. The 12 colorful 8×10 inch pieces are unframed and can be used together or separately. Reviewers are calling these “beautiful,” with one reviewer saying they “loved the colors and the prints are made out of poster material.”

Mexican Art Decor, $17.99, available at amazon.com.

9. Échale Ganas Glitter Pen Set

Calling the creative muses is easier than ever with this Échale Ganas glitter pen set. This beautiful set of three Spanglish pens with iridescent rose gold accents and glitter are the perfect gift for that creative chica in your life that sometimes needs a little encouragement. The pens say “Ponte las Pilas,” “Make it Happen Mija,” and “Échale Ganas.” Made by Quiero Prints, a Latina-owned store from East Los Angeles, California, the pens have 48 reviews calling it “super cute,” while another one said “The pens are divine!! I love them!! I thnk they make a great gift!!”

Échale Ganas Glitter Pen Set, $18.99, available at etsy.com.

La Fashionista

10. Amor Eterno Lipstick

It’s sala fashion time, and Navidad deserves red lips that’ll last all night. This Amor Eterno lipstick is a highly pigmented matte liquid lipstick that stays vibrant for hours without smudging. Also, the deep red shade won’t stick to any drinks, so your fashionista amiga won’t have to worry about leaving half of it sticking to her coquito. This shade is also Vive Cosmetics’ #1 Lipstick and best-selling item. Their make up is cruelty-free, vegan, and transfer-proof. Over 150 buyers have rated the lipstick five stars. One reviewer called it “kiss proof,” while another one says “This color and formula is ideal for someone who needs some real deal long lasting wear.” The best part? It’s only $20.

Amor Eterno Lipstick, $20, available at vivecosmetics.com.

11. Unisex País Embroidered Shirt

Amigas help other amigas represent, which is exactly what the fashionista in your life will do with this País Embroidered shirt from Latina Dreamer Designs. The monotone embroidered shirt is a great gift for that amiga that loves representing her tierra. With sizes from small to 3XL, it also comes in mustard and green, and it has 21 countries you can embroider. Do you come from over two places in Latin America? Want to represent both heritages? Then you can get this combined so everyone feels the love. Every item is made to order and love.

Unisex País Embroidered Shirt, $37, available at latinadreamdesigns.com.

12. Girls Just Want to Have Funds Hoodie x Spacehoes

If there’s one thing girls want is dinero, why not manifest it with this super comfy hoodie by Spacehoes? The anti-pill fleece pullover hood is machine-washable, made with ultra-soft fabric, and screen-printed with puff effect for that three-dimensional look. Perfect for when your amigas want to stay the night in or walk down to the bodega for some cafecito. This is both a statement and fashionable piece that will be in for years to come. It also comes in black and bone colors, with sizes ranging from small to 3X.

Girls Just Want to Have Funds Hoodie x Spacehoes, $75, available at byspacehoes.com.

13. Bonita Jewelry Bundle

Nameplates have been back in for a while, and this one is letting everyone know your inner beauty is shining through. This Bonita Jewelry Bundle is beauty, grace, and a statement piece that screams Latina all over it. The signature Bonita nameplate necklace pairs with their hoops for a gold jewelry bundle that will make a gift your friend will DEFINITELY wear out all the time. At $40, the bundle saves you $10 and can even be paid in installments, so this Navidad doesn’t break the bank.

Bonita Jewerly Bundle, $40, available at vivalabonita.com.

14. Latina Power Club Sweatshirt

Fashion makes a statement and this Latina Power Club sweatshirt is a gift that will make your friends feel they can conquer the world. Screen printed by the JZD team in Brownsville, Texas, this beautiful sweatshirt radiates the inner power of Latinas. Especially when we come together. The ivory piece with blue lettering is made out of 80% cotton and 20% recycled polyester. You can also gift it as a set if you pair it with matching sweatpants. It also comes in for every size from XS to 2XL.

Latina Power Club, $60, available at shopjzd.com.