Celebrate UVA pride by gifting items from brands founded by fellow Wahoos. Whether you’re shopping for athletes, beauty lovers, or fashion enthusiasts, this guide highlights unique gifts from UVA-founded companies, ensuring something special for every Hoo on your list.
For the Sporty Trendsetter: Rhoback Apparel
Founded by UVA alumni, Rhoback combines performance wear and classic style, making it perfect for those who lead active lives. Known for high-quality polos, hoodies, and tees, Rhoback ensures your loved ones stay stylish, whether on the golf course, tennis court, or gym.
- Top Picks: Polos in UVA colors, quarter zips, and their signature "dog logo" hats are must-haves for Wahoo fans.
- Gift Idea: A set with a performance polo, hoodie, and visor makes a versatile gift for active alumni.
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For the Beauty Enthusiast: Briogeo Hair Care
Created by UVA alumna Nancy Twine, Briogeo is a clean, eco-friendly hair care brand that uses natural ingredients. With formulas free from harsh chemicals, Briogeo products offer an elevated hair care experience.
- Top Picks: The “Don’t Despair, Repair!” deep conditioning mask and “Scalp Revival” scrub are perfect for nourishing hair.
- Gift Idea: Bundle the deep conditioning mask, volumizing shampoo, and scalp scrub for the ultimate hair-care gift.
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For the Clean Beauty Lover: Brandefy
Brandefy, founded by a UVA alumna, makes quality skincare accessible with budget-friendly products comparable to luxury beauty brands. This is a great pick for anyone seeking dermatologist-loved and effective skincare.
- Top Picks: Our Vitamin C serum and retinol night cream offer high-performance skincare at a friendly price.
- Gift Idea: A Brandefy Holiday Luxe Essentials, featuring our bestselling items, is a thoughtful gift - pair with a spa giftcard to go over the top!
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For the Hydration Fanatic: Crunchy Hydration
Crunchy Hydration, founded by a UVA alum, offers refreshing, healthy beverages made with real fruit juice, electrolytes, and adaptogens, making them a perfect choice for health-conscious loved ones.
- Top Picks: Watermelon Kiwi and Orange Mango flavors are fan favorites.
- Gift Idea: A variety pack of Crunchy Hydration paired with a reusable water bottle makes a great gift for wellness enthusiasts.
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For the Fashion Enthusiast: Clearly Collective
Clearly Collective, founded by a UVA alum, specializes in beautiful, sustainable silk scarves. Perfect for those who love a touch of elegance, each scarf brings artful design and sustainability to any wardrobe.
- Top Picks: Their silk scarves come in a range of vibrant prints, perfect for adding a pop of color to any outfit.
- Gift Idea: Choose a versatile, colorful scarf and pair it with tickets to the next game
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For the Pickleball Lover: Play Henry
Play Henry, founded by a UVA alum, creates high-quality pickleball paddles that blend performance and style. With pickleball’s growing popularity, these paddles are perfect for fans of the sport, whether beginners or seasoned players.
- Top Picks: Play Henry paddles, known for their unique designs and durable materials, are ideal for both indoor and outdoor play.
- Gift Idea: Gift a set of Play Henry paddles along with pickleball accessories like a paddle cover or ball set, perfect for a match-ready gift.
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For the Cocktail Connoisseur: JAS Cocktails
- Top Picks: The Elderflower Lemonade and Hibiscus Ginger mocktails are fan favorites, offering unique and refreshing flavors.
- Gift Idea: A selection of JAS Mocktails, paired with some chic glassware, makes a lovely gift for anyone who enjoys delicious and mindful sipping.
For the Home Decor Enthusiast: Goose and Willow
- Top Picks: Their soy candles, throw blankets, and handmade ceramics add a touch of elegance to any home.
- Gift Idea: Create a homey gift set with a candle, cozy throw, and decorative accent for a thoughtful gift that brings a bit of rustic charm.
For the Outdoorsman: Tom Beckbe
- Top Picks: Their classic Field Jacket and canvas bags are perfect for the outdoorsy type with a refined taste.
- Gift Idea: A Field Jacket or one of their waxed canvas bags makes a memorable and durable gift for outdoor enthusiasts.
For the Eco-Conscious Fashionista: PAKA Apparel
PAKA Apparel brings sustainability and style together with ethically made clothing crafted from alpaca fiber. Inspired by traditional Andean weaving techniques, PAKA’s cozy and eco-friendly sweaters, hoodies, and accessories are perfect for the environmentally conscious fashion lover.- Top Picks: The PAKA Hoodie and Alpaca Sweater are wardrobe staples that are as comfortable as they are sustainable.
- Gift Idea: Gift a cozy PAKA hoodie or sweater along with a matching beanie for a stylish set that’s warm, sustainable, and supportive of fair trade practices.
For the Wine Enthusiast: Common Wealth Crush
Common Wealth Crush, located in Waynesboro, VA, is a unique winery incubator and custom crush facility founded by UVA alumni. They offer a selection of wines crafted by emerging Virginia winemakers, making it a perfect destination for those looking to explore local, artisanal wines.
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Top Picks: Their Wine Club membership, which provides exclusive access to limited-production wines from both Common Wealth Crush and their talented client winemakers, allowing members to experience a curated selection of Virginia’s finest wines.
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Gift Idea: A visit to their tasting room, located in the historic Virginia Metalcrafters building, offers an opportunity to sample and purchase unique Virginia wines. Consider gifting a tasting experience or a selection of their wines to the wine lovers in your life.
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