As the holiday season approaches, the search for the right gift can be overwhelming. Whether you’re celebrating religious holidays or not, finding gifts is no easy task. Despite this, there’s a perfect gift for everyone. Here are five gifts in six different categories to help make your gift giving easier.
1. Sustainable Gifts
Starting off with sustainability, as gift-giving can often feel like a challenge when considering the environmental impact of the gift. This category includes a stylish set of reusable straws (1), adorable reusable snack/lunch bag (3), and transparent reusable tumbler (4) . Together, or separate, these three items are meant to mitigate daily plastic waste of bags, straws, cups, etc., making it the perfect gift for someone trying to be more eco-friendly.
The Cuddle and Kind Dolls (2) may just seem like cute handmade toys, but with each doll purchase, a donation of ten nutritious meals is made to children in need. In addition, purchases help support 1,000 plus artisans in Peru and Nepal to support their families.
Lastly, Tony’s Chocolonely (5) bars are delicious chocolate delicacies with twenty plus flavors, including vegan options. These bars are fair trade, supporting farmers across the world, previously exploited by the cocoa trade industry. These bars can be found at many local grocery stores.
2. Artistic Gifts
For the person in your life who is always craving hands-on activities, here are five artistic gifts. Lego’s Flower Bouquet (1) is a great option.It’s a nostalgic experience for many to make and becomes a decor piece once finished.
A high quality sketchbook and pen set is also a great gift for anyone who loves to draw. Both the Moleskine Art Sketchbook (4) and Muji pens (2) come in multiple colors.
For beginners and advanced artists, Sculpd Candle Making Kits (3) and Craftoria Paint by Number Kits (5) come in many different patterns and sizes. The Sculpd Candle Making Kits come with clay, tools, paints, and scents of your choice to hand-make a candle.
3. Self Care Gifts
These gifts are perfect for anyone in need of a self care day. Replica’s Mini Perfume Set (1), OUAI’s Travel Hair Kit (4), and Lucky Scent’s Box of Soaps (5) are all great deals. Having mini sized products gives the opportunity to test and try many different scents and packages before splurging on the full size.
Individual products like Aseop’s hand cream (3) and Rhode’s lip tint (2) are also good options. They both come in many different scents.
4. Custom Gifts
If you are looking to give a personalized gift, these five gifts give you the ability to customize to add a special touch.
Happily Made Co’s Gem Initial Necklace (3) and Anthropologie’s Stoneware Monogram Mug (2) are both gifts that only require the first initial of your name, yet still feel so personal.
Papier’s notebooks and planners (1) also give you the ability to monogram. They come in hundreds of different styles, and include Health and Wellness Journals, Travel Journals, Yearly Planners, and more. These are perfect and unique to start the new year.
Lastly, homemade monogrammed hair combs on Etsy (4) and personalized keychains from North Wind Supply (5) are quality products made to last. It is important to highlight Northwind’s sustainability practice by upcycling leather from landfills to create the keychains. Both of these products come in a plethora of different styles and colors.
5. Stylish Gifts
Whether you are looking for a unique hair accessory like Scripted Studio’s Sundae Hair Clip (1). or something more classic like Madhappy’s Classics Dad Hat (3), accessories and items of clothing are always a great gift to give.
Parke’s Varsity Crewneck Sweatshirt (4), Lululemon’s Pace Breaker Joggers (5), and Birkenstock Boston Clogs (2) are all high quality, comfy closet staples. Each brand has a variation of styles and colors for the items listed, so check those out.
6. Budget Friendly Gifts
It is important to acknowledge that a lot of the gifts listed aren’t in everyone’s budget. These five gifts are all under $15 and are still very popular and appealing.
You can never go wrong with a candle. Target’s Two Wick Lidded Glass Candle (1) is just one example of many.
Self care products such as Salt Air’s Lip Balm (3), Versed’s Brightening Face Mask (5), and Touchland’s Hand Sanitizer (2) are three highly rated products that can be found online or at your local Target store. Salt Air’s lip balm, and Touchland’s hand sanitizer, are small and compact, making them great for anyone who is always on the go.
Lastly, anything from Ghiradelli is a classic. Their Milk Chocolate Caramel Snowmen (4) are a delicious addition to any gift. These are also easy and convenient to give as they can be found at your local grocery store.
