Gilmore Girls
Nothing says autumn like the sweet sound of Carole King’s “Where You Lead.” 🍂
Sure, the falling leaves and crisp air help set the mood—but thanks to its consistent home on Netflix, Gilmore Girls has become my personal signal that fall has officially begun. My annual rewatch is basically a seasonal ritual at this point, and if you haven’t tried it, I highly recommend it.
To celebrate the coziest season and its most iconic mother-daughter duo, I’ve put together a gift guide inspired by what I think each Gilmore Girls character would want. From the Gilmores themselves to the guys in Rory’s life (yes, I have strong opinions—and they’re not favorable to Dean), this list is packed with fun finds.
And don’t worry—more Stars Hollow denizens like Miss Patty and Babette may be joining the party soon. 🎁
Loreali
Tyler Mcguillery Flower Top + Skirt - For the woman who embraces funky fashion and youthful design.
Chunks Clips - 90’s, early 2000’s color + funky design.
Imaginary Authors “The Language of Gaciers” perfume - since Loreali’s superpower is smelling when snow is imminent.
Solstice Scents in “White Fox”
The Bangles Tshirt - A band Loreali often cited as one of her favorites
Croissant Claw Clip Jenny Lemons - The kitsch never stop! Oy with the croisants already.
Trade Coffee Subscription - A must for any coffee lover
For her to use with Rory on a shopping spree.
Rory
For her to use with Loreali on a shopping spree.
Book of the Month subscription - For the girl who reads everything.
Strand Tote Bag - A must for the friend who will absolutely need a way to transport all the books they bought.
Rory’s duality of prep school girl with a pedigree & townie who balked at nicities, leads me to believe she’d appreciate a news source that provides reporting from both sides of the political aisle.
Pay for Substack- the modern Rory absolutely writes + comsumes a lot of Substack.
Coffee subscription from Counter Culture- Who doesn’t love supporting an indie coffee company?
The Unfinished RevolutionVoices from the Global Fight for Women's Rights (Foreword by Christiane Amanpour)
A political essay book with a foreward from Rory’s hero.
Bookshop.org Gift Card - duh.
Emily
Christie’s Magazine Real Estate Magazine- Emily may have downsized her life in the sequel show, but she’ll always have an eye for the finer things.
Le Labo “Tabac” Perfume- a smokey scent she can spritz when she’s missing Richard’s cigars.
The Market Tote from Williams Sonoma - Since Emily’s move to Nantucket, this feels like the perfect coastal bag for her excursions. It’s massive, but still structured and bougie.
Beach Vibes Candle by Replica, Maison Margiela - To keep Emily’s Nantucket beach luxury going at at all times.
Empress Gin - Oftentimes Emily’s go-to drink was a Martini, so in honor of the Gilmore’s matriarch, I chose Empress herself.
Richard
Smoking Jacket from Bown of London- I wanted to include a smoking jacket for Richard, since he loved Cigars so much, but made sure to find a british option since he had such an affinity for England. I think in part due to his mother moving there.
Cigar Humadors by Case Elegance
The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon
A series that Richard took great pride in finishing (even if it was during a separation and depressive episode).
Hermes Bow Ties - Staple accessary for Richard. Seems fitting to recommend Hermes silk options for the man with such specific style.
Chuck Berry on vinyl from Dark Side Records- Richard mentioned that he loved Chuck Berry, having grown up on the artist. This seems to have tickled the Gilmores, giving them a glimpse into Richard’s rebel days.
Luke
LL Bean jacket - I chose this becuase I swear the man has this exact jacket.
Baseball cards - When Uncle Louis died, this was the only thing Luke said he wanted from the man.
Massive Tackle Box organizer from Plane Outdoors - He was a simple man! Give him some time outside fishing and he’d be set.
Good Clean Fun: Misadventures in Sawdust at Offerman Woodshop by Nick Offerman, Powell’s Books - Truly the only other man who could have played Luke well is Nick Offerman. And so getting him a woodworking book from a fellow hippie from an Indie bookstore feels right.
A People’s History of the United States by Howard Zinn, Powell’s Books - Early seasons Luke was a real progressive hero and would love this.
Jess
Since Jess’ first moment of contact was stealing Rory’s copy of Howl and Other Poems by Allen Ginsberg, I wanted to include some other Ginsberg options. (And from the Beatnik home of City Lights Bookstore here in San Francisco)
Jean Jacket with Sherpa lining- The one piece of clothing that the boy could never be without.
Button maker - nothing says punk more than making your own protest buttons and band merch.
During the college years Jess founded a small printing studio in Philadelphia, so I wanted to include something in the world of DIY literature. DIY Zine Kits!
Michel
Trendy Boxing Gloves, Sanabul Sports - Given that Michel was the Sporty Spice fo the group* and known for dieting to the point of madness (Sookie’s), it make sense to see him joining Paris at a Cardio Kickboxing class.
LATINUM ÉGOÏSTE fragrance from Channel - It’s french and most of us can’t afford it. A succicint summary of Michel.
Celion Dion vinyl, Tower Records - The only thing in the world that could get Michel to crack a smile.
French skincare
Premier Cru Cream - Nordstrom
Caudalie, Retinol Alternative Serum - Sephora
Avène 0.1 Intensive Multi-Corrective Cream - Derm Store
D41 - 9-Ingredient Face Moisturizer https://us.typology.com/products/minimalist-moisturizer
L32 - Radiance Serum from Typology
*Michel= Sporty Spice, Rory= Baby, Lane= Scary , Sookie = Ginger, Posh = Loreali
Sookie
Japanese Chef Knives by Musashi Mono - Only the best for the premier chef of Stars Hollow.
Cute & Professional Kitchen Aprons from Hadley & Bennet - These come in a range of sizes and cute, but professional designs. Sookie is ray of sunshine with a sometimes rustic flaire- see the episodes where she tried to “Manly up” her house- so these natural fibers are right up her alley.
Spa Weekend at Saybrook Resort - This girl works hard and would have a bunch of kids with a farmer. So she deserves a break at this luxury seaside resort.
Her Chef attire of choice was always a bandana! So I’m including some practical and cute options!
Bandana- Chef Rolls Apparel
Cute First aid kit - If Sookie is going to have to use a first aid kit nonstop, it might as well come in a cute teal!
Lane
Good Dye Young Hair Color- Dying her hair was the most rock and roll thing Lane could think of when she was 15, and she continued to add color and fun to her hair as she got older. And that’s always struck a chord with me. So I wanted to use a female rockstar’s hair dye brand to honor that.
Guitar Center Gift Card - The home away from home for every musician in America.
Triangle Borea BR03 Hi-Fi Bookshelf Speaker- The one necesscity for every physical media loving musicain is a great Stereo system. Wirecutter rated this one pretty well in a medium price range.
Misunderstood Songs Game, Uncommon Goods- a music trivia game that Lane would absolutely crush at.
Concerts Remembered Journal, Uncommon Goods - I thought this would be a lovely way for Lane to document her journey into the world of live music.
Paris
Michaels Gift Card - One of the few things to soothe this ball of fury was her crafting corner during hte college years. So while a Michael’s gift card might seem impersonal, something this utilitarian would suit someone as exacting as Paris.
Cardio boxing classes- The second thing that ever seemed to calm Paris was her Krav Maga practice with Doyle. So buying Paris these gloves and then getting her into a Cardio Kickboxing class feels like the right move.
Gift a Nuuly Personal Sytling Subscription- In the Gilmore Girls sequel show we see Paris is a renown fertility clinician + former lawyer. The woman is busy! She doesn’t have the time or inclination (see her first date with Tristian) to be shopping.
Dean
These are going to be pretty self explanatory because the man was pretty basic.
Contractor Stuff !!
“Wood is Good” Capentry Mallets - Shelter Tools
Zion National Park Candle- Good & Well Supply Co
Logan
The Macallan Single Malt Scotch, 25 Yeass - Only the fanciest scotch for this fancy man.
Santori Whiksey - If he’s feeling international.
His Girl Friday Film, Criterion Collection- The best reference + nickname combo for college journalists.
Framed Ace Card - Based on the nickname Logan had for Rory and his star reporter.
Satin Tie Tom Ford - Bougie but fashion forward. For a man probably only wears suits.
Le Labo Santal 33, Nordstrom- One of the most obnoxiously expensive fragrances that might actually be worth it according to Perfume-Tok.