The Gingerbread Girl Aesthetic Is the Holiday Answer to TikTok’s Food Trends
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The Gingerbread Girl Aesthetic Is the Holiday Answer to TikTok’s Food Trends

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cozy winter boots

Quince Australian Shearling Mini Boots

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cozy winter boots

Quince Australian Shearling Mini Boots

If there’s one thing a Gingerbread Girl is, it’s cozy. Whether you’re working from home, running to the store for Christmas cookie supplies or doing some last-minute holiday shopping, these shearling mini boots will keep your feet nice and warm.

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lacy white dresses

Reformation Lisette Dress

Lisette Dress

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lacy white dresses

Reformation Lisette Dress

No matter the season, a gingerbread girl’s closet is filled with white dresses and skirts reminiscent of old-timey aprons. Look for pieces with lace and ruffles, and layer them under chunky knits to keep warm in the winter.

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gingham, gingham and more gingham

Urban Villa Buffalo Check Kitchen Towels

Buffalo Check Kitchen Towels

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gingham, gingham and more gingham

Urban Villa Buffalo Check Kitchen Towels

Gingham, buffalo check, plaid, whatever you call it, Firstfinds trend spotters say it’s a key pattern of the gingerbread aesthetic. Whether it’s kitchen towels or midi dresses, the timeless print adds a nostalgic touch.

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gingerbread girl makeup

Tarte Tartelette Toasted Eyeshadow Palette

Tartelette Toasted Eyeshadow Palette

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gingerbread girl makeup

Tarte Tartelette Toasted Eyeshadow Palette

This palette of warm tan, gold and brown eyeshadow is exactly the type you’ll need to achieve a Gingerbread Girl makeup look.

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everything gingerbread scented

Snif Half Baked Gingerbread Smash Candle

Half Baked Gingerbread Smash Candle

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everything gingerbread scented

Snif Half Baked Gingerbread Smash Candle

Though Snif’s Half-Baked Gingerbread Smash Candle may smell sweet when you first unbox it, the spicy notes come through when it starts to burn. In addition to ginger, it’s got notes of cinnamon, chai, vanilla and leather.

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cinnamon browns

Madewell The Essential Bucket Tote

The Essential Bucket Tote

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cinnamon browns

Madewell The Essential Bucket Tote

The ‘warm cinnamon’ colorway of this Katie Holmes-approved leather bag is the perfect work tote for anyone looking to dip their toe into the Gingerbread Girl TikTok trend.

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diy holiday decor

Sewanta Gingerbread House Kit

Gingerbread House Kit

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diy holiday decor

Sewanta Gingerbread House Kit

No gingerbread girl’s holiday decor would be complete without a gingerbread house or two. Grab this two-pack on Amazon (and perhaps, a bottle of wine) for a festive night in with your bestie.

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frosting-like accessories

Coach Knit Scarf

Knit Scarf

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frosting-like accessories

Coach Knit Scarf

Is it just me, or does this fluffy white scarf look a whole lot like frosting? Wear it with an all-brown ‘fit for a gingerbread cookie vibe.

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lots of corduroy

Everlane The Corduroy Wide-Leg Pant

The Corduroy Wide-Leg Pant

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lots of corduroy

Everlane The Corduroy Wide-Leg Pant

Corduroy is undoubtedly one of a Gingerbread Girl’s favorite fabrics. These easy-going, wide-leg corduroy pants from Everlane make an excellent fall/winter alternative to jeans.

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gingerbread coffee

Grounds & Hounds Snow Day Winter Roast Coffee Beans

Snow Day Winter Roast Coffee Beans

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gingerbread coffee

Grounds & Hounds Snow Day Winter Roast Coffee Beans

The best part about Grounds & Hounds’ Snow Day roast isn’t its notes of dark chocolate, ginger and brown sugar. It’s that 20% of all Grounds & Hounds profits are donated to animal rescue initiatives.

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ruffle trim

GANNI Ruffled Exaggerated Collar Blouse

Ruffled Exaggerated Collar Blouse

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ruffle trim

GANNI Ruffled Exaggerated Collar Blouse

Gingerbread Girls love a good ruffle trim, especially when it’s on a quirky, vintage-inspired blouse like this exaggerated button-up from GANNI.

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gingerbread girl perfume

Jo Malone Ginger Biscuit Cologne

Ginger Biscuit Cologne

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gingerbread girl perfume

Jo Malone Ginger Biscuit Cologne

Gingerbread perfumes are few and far between (for now), so grab this limited-edition Jo Malone Ginger Biscuit cologne while you can. With notes of ginger, vanilla, hazelnut and cinnamon, you’ll wear the genderless scent long after the holiday season ends.

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a gingerbread-themed tree

Pottery Barn Gingerbread Felt Ornaments

Gingerbread Felt Ornaments

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a gingerbread-themed tree

Pottery Barn Gingerbread Felt Ornaments

Now 20% Off

A Gingerbread Girl likes their Christmas tree on the crafty side, filled with sentimental ornaments, fairy lights and vintage-inspired decorations like these adorable felt ornaments from Pottery Barn.

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fluffy textures

Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket

CozyChic Throw Blanket

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fluffy textures

Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket

How to be a Gingerbread Girl in one easy step: frost yourself with this Barefoot Dreams CozyChic throw blanket while watching your favorite Christmas movies.

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seasonal scents

Homesick The Nutcracker Candle

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The Nutcracker Candle

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seasonal scents

Homesick The Nutcracker Candle

Now 30% Off

If you’re a fan of seasonal scents, grab this sweet and spicy holiday candle from Homesick. It’s got notes of pecan, sandalwood, clove and ginger that’ll have sugarplum fairies dancing in your head.

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brown nail polish

OPI Chocolate Moose Nail Lacquer

Chocolate Moose Nail Lacquer

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brown nail polish

OPI Chocolate Moose Nail Lacquer

Instead of red nail polish, Gingerbread Girls prefer warm brown shades that are less on-the-nose for the holidays. Gingerbread Girl or not, this chocolatey brown OPI nail lacquer will be your new go-to this winter.

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warm winter coats

Melloday Buffalo Plaid Faux Fur Coat

Buffalo Plaid Faux Fur Coat

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warm winter coats

Melloday Buffalo Plaid Faux Fur Coat

Super soft faux fur, a timeless silhouette and a buffalo plaid print make this Melloday coat something you could find in any Gingerbread Girl’s winter wardrobe.

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sweaters that are soft af

Everlane The Alpaca V-Neck Cropped Cardigan

The Alpaca V-Neck Cropped Cardigan

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sweaters that are soft af

Everlane The Alpaca V-Neck Cropped Cardigan

Now 30% Off

The more a sweater looks like you stole it from your grandma or grandpa’s closet, the better. This brown plaid cardigan from Everlane certainly fits the bill.

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gingerbread-flavored bevvys

Shaker & Spoon Gingerbread Syrup

Gingerbread Syrup

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gingerbread-flavored bevvys

Shaker & Spoon Gingerbread Syrup

Shaker & Spoon’s gingerbread syrup turns any cocktail, mocktail, or morning coffee into a festive holiday drink. Each bottle contains enough syrup to make 128 bevvys, so one should last you all winter!

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festive kitchen hacks

Dash Gingerbread and Snowflake Mini Waffle Makers

Gingerbread and Snowflake Mini Waffle Makers

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festive kitchen hacks

Dash Gingerbread and Snowflake Mini Waffle Makers

Though it’s easy to assume that every Gingerbread Girl is a whiz in the kitchen, that’s almost certainly not the case. A box of pancake mix and these mini waffle makers are all you need to make a TikTok-worthy weekend brunch.

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Sarah Maberry is a Firstfinds Commerce Writer at Hearst Magazines, covering trending products in fashion, beauty, lifestyle and beyond. She’s obsessed with being the first to wear, try, watch and buy what’s going viral.
 

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