Best Gifts For Women in Their 40s
The Best Gifts For the 40-Something Woman Who Has Everything
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Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Rib Throw Blanket ($165)
For a supersoft throw literally anyone would want, you can't go wrong with splurging on this luxurious blanket by Barefoot Dreams. Beloved by celebrities and our editors alike, it's one of Joanna Gaines's favorite things — in fact, she references it as her "adult baby blanket". Looking for a cuddly option to snuggle with on chilly fall nights, I tested it out and loved it so much that I bought one for my mom for Christmas. For more details, read my Barefoot Dreams CozyChic™ Rib Throw Blanket review.
Editor Quote: "I expected it to be soft and warm since the brand is practically synonymous with all things cozy — the product name is "CozyChic" after all. That said, reading about how good it feels really doesn't do it justice. Like silk pajamas or a cashmere sweater, it's hard to justify the cost until you feel it against your skin. As soon as I took it out of the packaging, my 4- and 7-year-old boys dove for the couch to curl up with it and didn't want to get up. At 54 by 72 inches, it's also large enough for two people to comfortably share — no tug of war necessary.
As far as aesthetics are concerned, it looks even more elevated than I thought it would. I was worried that the fuzzy texture would look a little messy — like a I had a bathrobe draped on my sofa — but the ribbed option complements the subtle stripes on my throw pillows and actually looks pretty polished. I also appreciate that the throw comes in a range of beautiful neutral colors aside from just white and gray, like the sand option I chose. It's easy to find a color that blends with other decor elements, like your rug or throw pillows." — Angela Elias, contributing shopping editor