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2018 Holiday Gift Guide for Web & Design Geeks

By:

Jason Clark
Jason Clark

on 11/21/2018

It’s time again for our annual Holiday Gift Guide! For 8 years now, all of the savvy folks at VIA Studio have hand-crafted this list of totally awesome gifts. So, strap in because we are taking you on a journey to be awarded as the best gift-giver possibly ever.




Pins are making a full-on comeback, and I absolutely need to show off my love of color with this cute little pin. Even though, most of the time my Pantone color would be Jet Black.

8 years now

I actually own these, but I will be buying them for a couple other people. They look like a 3D brain when stacked, and a Dexter trophy when used separately.

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This simple black mug is made for the 21C Hotel by Louisville Stoneware and is part of my weekend morning coffee ritual.

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Minimalist wallet and survival tool in one. Great for everyday-carry.

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There's no better drink for the winter than a steaming cup of tea, and what better way to make it than in a monkey?

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Literally every way to make coffee, in one super beautiful device.

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Want to take your ocean kayaking game to the next level? Safety comes first with this waterproof marine radio.

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Even if I could afford this, I wouldn't buy it. That's why I'm asking you to buy it for me.

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This beautifully wrapped set from ILIA includes my all-time favorite mascara. Plus, all of their products are sourced from natural and organic ingredients.

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We focus a lot of our beauty regimens on our face, but I say let's focus on our lady lumps! This is a facial for your booty.

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Beauty bloggers have pushed the hype for this thing so hard it is sold out. Curiosity piqued. Dying to find out what justifies paying $500 for a beauty tool.

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I can personally attest to this magical duo. When I need to rush out of the house without doing too much to my face, this little dewy highlighter accompanied with a natural looking brow pomade is all I need. And you need it, too.

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Classy AF and ready for the next Kentucky ice storm.

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Can you tell I have a thing for minimalism?

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Not only does it look magical, it is also science - which is magic.

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Give the gift that grows! A monthly subscription box for all of the plant lovers out there. There's even a

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I guess turntables are a theme this year, but I've always loved vinyl, so deal with it. What a great concept!

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This set of spoons is carved from beech with a small axe and knives. I love the facets and tool marks left behind by the knives.

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Adam Savage is the king of both practicality and innovation. I'm a little worried about what color this will end up, but let's find out.

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Minimal Swiss design AND a beautifully organized calendar? My life feels calmer already.

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Electric vehicles will eventually be the norm, so get ahead of the curve... while driving over it at 100mph.

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A healthy fear of crashing (and budget) has kept a personal helicopter out of my reach... but maybe this year it could happen! A helicopter re-designed after drones that is supposed to be easy to fly... and affordable at $200k! Prep for the oncoming apocalypse like a winner, high above the competition in a personal helicopter.

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For when I keep forgetting to have better posture when I'm working, and for post bootcamp!

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