Ever wonder what’s on our wish lists when it comes to holiday gifting and getting? We asked members of the VITA team to submit their Letters to Santa—here’s what contributing writer Christina Armanious wants for Christmas!
Kobo Libra Colour
As a proud owner of the classic black-and-white Kindle Paperwhite—and someone who has spent far too much time trying to Photoshop colour onto book covers to make my Instagram feed look aesthetic—I was beyond excited to hear about Kobo’s latest innovation: the Libra Colour. This state-of-the-art device (at least in my books—pun 100% intended) turns your digital library technicolor, putting an end to FOMO when your friends flaunt their physical books. Now your e-reader can serve just as much main-character energy.
The Libra Colour also comes with a stylus for taking notes in colour and lets you highlight text in (you guessed it) colour. Naturally, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it.
After trying it out, it shot straight to the top of my wish list. With customizable orientation to suit any reading position and two physical page-turn buttons that are oddly satisfying, flipping pages feels weirdly luxurious. But what truly makes this device a game-changer is its seamless connectivity. You can link your Kobo to your local library, Google Drive, and Dropbox, so it’s ridiculously easy to upload and read books from basically anywhere.
The real standout, though, is the notebook feature—a must-have for someone like me who loves scribbling notes in the margins, annotating obsessively, and writing novella-length book reviews. As a member of multiple book clubs, it’s perfect for keeping all my notes and book-related thoughts in one tidy, portable place.
Honestly, the Kobo Libra Colour is the ultimate gift that keeps on giving. Whether you’re an avid bookworm or someone who only reads when a flight is delayed, I truly believe everyone needs a Kobo in their life.
Lhanel Fit Pilates Reformer Set
After just one Pilates reformer class, I’m convinced—I can’t go back to the mat. When I discovered it’s actually possible to own one (and that it’s not as huge or impractical as I imagined), I became obsessed. Maybe it’s because I’m getting married in less than six months, but the promise of losing two inches off your waist in 30 days—or getting your money back—feels like the ultimate incentive.
This Lhanel Fit Pilates Reformer Set is packed with extras, including a phone holder for training videos, a full training video series, a free sweat belt, and Pilates socks to get you started. It’s a complete package for leveling up your fitness game, right at home.
Sézane Patent Red Leather Tote
You know you’ve reached peak bookworm status when your primary criteria for a tote bag is how many books it can hold.
Enter the Sézane patent red tote—it looks like it could give every other tote a serious run for its money. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve had to compromise by bringing a bigger, less stylish bag just to carry a book instead of rocking a cute, smaller bag that perfectly matches my outfit. But with this bag? I want to wear it everywhere, all the time.
And it’s not just me—reading has officially become the ultimate accessory. Celebrities like Addison Rae, Dua Lipa, Oprah Winfrey, Emma Watson, and Reese Witherspoon have been spotted embracing their literary side in public.
Beyond its book-carrying potential, this bag is a showstopper. The patent red is absolutely stunning and eye-catching, proving you don’t have to sacrifice style for practicality. With room for all your essentials and a few of your favourite reads, this tote is as functional as it is fabulous!
Uncommon Goods Reading Valet
Books are far too precious to sit idly on a desk when not being read. This reading valet from Uncommon Goods not only showcases your current read beautifully but also sets the stage for a cozy, focused reading session.
It features a cup holder for your favourite beverage (mine’s coffee), a slot for reading glasses or pens, and a designated spot for your phone to keep distractions at bay. As someone who’s always looking for ways to create the perfect reading ambiance, having this on a side table is an absolute must!
What makes it even more special is the engraved details: “Save My Spot” on the front and “To Be Continued” on the back. Plus, it was featured on Reese Witherspoon’s book club gift guide, and her seal of approval is the cherry on top!
Mia Montreal Luxe Fall Set
Looking for the perfect “it girl” outfit for a coffee run, dinner, work party, or a casual city stroll? Basically, any occasion where you want to exude effortless style?
This fall set from Mia Montreal is hands-down my all-time favourite. Don’t let the name fool you; this isn’t just for fall. You’ll want to wear it season after season (or, if we’re being honest, day after day). It’s incredibly cozy, the fit is super flattering, and there are endless ways to style it to keep the look fresh.
The colour options are stunning, but my personal favourite is the burgundy red—it’s bold, timeless, and has that dark academia vibe if that’s your thing. The set also comes in black, grey, brown, and green, so there’s a shade for everyone.
Gilmore Girls Luke’s Diner Pillow
What’s cozier than a night of Gilmore Girls binge-watching? Doing it while snuggled up to a Luke’s Diner pillow, obviously.
Warner Brothers totally gets our need to live the Stars Hollow dream because they’ve blessed us with an entire collection of Gilmore Girls-themed throw pillows, from the Dragonfly Inn to Doose’s Market.
Sure, I may never sip coffee at Luke’s or hear Taylor Doose rant about zoning laws, but at least my couch can feel like it’s ready for a town meeting!
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