Now that it’s finally the week of Thanksgiving, I feel it’s appropriate to share my love of the holiday season. Although, truth be told, I started listening to Christmas music on the 1st of November.

This time of year is special for most due to the associations that come along with it. Whether it’s time with loved ones, a rooftop covered in snow, traditions, or an amazing feast that only comes once or twice a year, the holidays are a time to relive old memories and create new ones. Here are some of my favorite things that have saturated my old holiday memories, and that continue to hold importance in the memories that have yet to be created.

1. Vince Guaraldi Trio

2. Christmas scented candles

3. Veuve Clicquot

4. Cashmere

5. Gingerbread

6. Betsey Johnson Socks

7. Wrapping paper

8. Seasonal drinks at Starbucks

9. Turkey and stuffing

10. Boots

11. Lights

12. “A Christmas Story”

13. Cider

14. Mistletoe

15. Presents