I don’t know about you, but 2020 has not been my favorite year. This is the year when we need our beloved holiday traditions more than ever. One tradition is the opportunity to bring joy to our loved ones (and maybe even ourselves) with gifts!
Here is how I’ve organized my gift guide. There are no “gifts for her” or “gifts for him” lists since so many of these gifts overlap anyway. Instead, I have organized my lists by price so you can go right to the section that you need.
I often get my best ideas from seeing other ideas! In that spirit, I hope this list will help you find great gifts for everyone on your list, but I also hope it give you even better ideas of your own.
Another thing to consider: although I include links to every gift (since many of us are doing all of our shopping online this year), please consider supporting your local small businesses. If you see a gift idea here that might be available at a local business, please call them instead of using my link!
Happy Holidays, y’all!
GIFTS FOR $25 OR LESS
~blue light blocking glasses – an essential for those of us who are in front of screens more than ever
~gooseneck stand for phone or tablet – useful if you need another display while you are working! It’s also useful for holding your phone or tablet while you’re cooking.
~portable cell phone stand – another useful tool to keep your phone handy
~perfect distance learning t-shirt for teachers! I probably say this ten times a day.
~Sanders milk chocolate sea salt caramels (also come in dark chocolate). A friend introduced me to these and they are so addicting! If you want to give a food gift, these are perfect.
~Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels. Another addicting snack that makes a great gift!
~memory stick to display photos. So cute for displaying favorite photos!
~Voluspa candles. These are a luxury and make a great gift.
~screen cleaning towelettes
. One thing that COVID has been good for is encouraging better cleaning habits! My screens have never been so clean as they have been this year.
~100 Things to do after Quarantine poster – enough said!
~WoodWick candle in frasier fir scent. The sound (like real burning wood) and smell of this candle are amazing.
~Merry & Bright candle. A favorite Amazon candle!
~scrunchie set. For anyone who could use new or more scrunchies!
~La Marca prosecco. Nothing says celebrate like champagne and prosecco. This is a favorite brand.
~foot spa. A perfect way to relax at the end of a day!
~“I just want to drink wine & love on my dog” wine glass. My personal motto.
~cashmere lined leather gloves. I lose a glove every year. I’m hoping these pretty colors will encourage me to be more careful!
~essential oil diffuser. I am no essential oil expert, but I have noticed a difference in my energy level or relaxation with different essential oils. A good diffuser is a must.
~festive plaid scarf (that also comes in several other colors). Everyone needs some colorful plaid in their life!
~urban map glasses
. A great gift for city-dwelling friends!
~my favorite inexpensive but super-comfy joggers. I love these. Cute, comfy, and up to the task of working at home.
~J Crew face masks. We might as well have cute masks if we’re going to be wearing them for awhile!
~bluetooth speaker
. Great for music lovers in your life.
~outdoor patio string lights. These make your outdoor space look festive!
~touchless forehead thermometer. This has been invaluable for monitoring temperature levels quickly.
~pulse oximeter. Hopefully you’ll never need this, but it’s a useful tool for checking oxygen levels.
~Ina Garten’s Modern Comfort Food cookbook. This is the year we all need comfort food. Ina Garten’s comfort food just makes it even better.
~Christmas throw pillow covers. A simple way to decorate!
~HRH: So Many Thoughts on Royal Style. A great book for the royally obsessed.
~sign for the avid reader in your life. I need one of these.
~A Promised Land by Barack Obama. I am reading this book right now and it is fascinating.
~Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man by Emmanuel Acho. Have you seen Emmanuel Acho’s YouTube series? I can’t wait to read this book.
~wine tumbler for the book lover in your life. I need one of these too.
~Target Stars Above pajamas. Soft, cute, and affordable.
~favorite tunic tops. These are perfect for layering or wearing on their own.
~fleece sherpa pullover. Perfect for cold winter days!
~handheld milk frother. A great way to be your own barista!
~travel packing cubesp. These are so helpful for organizing and packing outfits for a trip. Even though I’m not traveling much these days, they give me hope!
~Warmies microwaveable stuffed animal. A sweet gift for special kids in your life.
~Sephora gift sets. These make great gifts!
~Apple watch bands. Fun way to change up the look of your Apple watch.
~classic board games. Board games are great gifts for families or for any game lover!
~Bananagrams game. A fun word game.
~makeup eraser . I love this as an alternative for disposable makeup wipes.
~kitchen holiday dish towels. Another simple but fun decoration!
GIFTS FOR $50 OR LESS
~ring light with tripod. A great way to make yourself look even better on screen!
~fondue for two.If you love fondue but don’t need a big fondue set, this is perfect!
~quesadilla maker. A great tool for making a quick meal.
~bow tumbler. A cute way to carry your favorite beverage!
~Christmas cookie jar. This would make a great gift by itself or filled with your favorite cookies!
~pizza grilling set. Another great tool for a delicious meal.
~air purifier. Great for clearing allergens from the air in your hone or office.
~etched skyline stemless wine glasses. Great gift for people who love their city.
~Jessica Merchant’s Pretty Dish cookbook. I love Jessica Merchant’s blog and can’t wait to try this cookbook.
~Cookies for Santa set. Don’t forget Santa’s cookies!
~Netgear wifi extender. A must for those of us who have multiple people using wifi at home.
~Rabbit corkscrew. My favorite tool to open a bottle of wine!
~Kate Spade tote bag. Kate Spade bags are always cute and this one makes a great gift for book lovers.
~Elin Hilderbrand’s Winter in Paradise seriesElin Hilderbrand’s Winter Street series. Another amazing series by one of my favorite writers.
~Nest holiday fragrance candle
. This candle just smells like Christmas and instantly puts me in a festive mood.
~all new Amazon Echo Dot. An Echo device is always handy!
~Titanic murder mystery game. This looks like a fun game!
~rolling metal storage organizer. A great organizing tool for home or classroom.
~weighted eye mask
. This would make a great gift for anyone who needs some self-care!
~Columbia full zip fleece jacket for women. I love this jacket.
~Anthropologie Kai perfume
. My new favorite scent!
~my new favorite tunic sweater. I have two of these and am considering a third because I love them so much.
~home office lap desk. When the office needs to move to a comfier spot!
~wireless battery case for iPhone. Perfect for charging any place.
~pistachio pedestal
. My family loves pistachios and this will be a great way to keep the nuts and shells contained!
~neck massager. Another good self-care tool.
~Capri Blue reed diffuser
. Another favorite home scent for any time of year.
~plush fleece bathrobe. Perfect for wrapping yourself in comfort after a bath or shower.
~Lilly Pulitzer agenda planner. I buy one every year and they are still my favorite.
~mini-fridge for skin care essentials. This looks really useful for keeping skin care items cold.
~personalized recipe cutting board. This would make such a special gift for a family member.
~wireless charging station. This looks super useful for keeping everything charged and in one place.
~cashmere wrap. Cashmere is always a good idea.
~dog lover gift set. Perfect for all of us dog lovers out there!
~cat lover gift set. Or if you’re a cat lover, this is for you.
~Kiehl’s skin care set for men. This is a great skin care brand.
~Ticket to Ride board game. Our family’s new favorite game!
~Pandemic board game. This looks like a fun new option!
~holiday flannel pajamas. Perfect for Christmas Eve night!
~wine aerator. I was skeptical, but this really does make a difference!
~desktop skee ball game. One of my favorite games! This would be fun for a quick screen break.
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GIFTS FOR $100 OR LESS
~InstaPot. I love the InstaPot and use it often. I’ve never regretted buying it!
~Lodge cast iron Dutch oven. Every cook needs one of these.
~outdoor fire pit. Another way to make your outdoor space more special.
~Kodak instant wifi portable photo printer. I need one of these! The memory sticks would make great displays for the pictures I print from my phone.
~bamboo cheese board. A perfect gift for a couple or family.
~UGG Ansley slippers. My favorite slippers in the world.
~Verilux happy light UV therapy lamp. Perfect for anyone who misses more hours of sunshine during the winter.
~Bose Bluetooth speaker. Another great speaker option.
~Sunday Riley “Wake Up With Me” morning routine. Sunday Riley is my new favorite skin care line.
~plaid pajama bottoms. Plaid is perfect for the holidays.
~phone soap. I love this for sanitizing my phone!
~Amazon Echo show. Another cool Amazon device!
~Jo Malone scented candle. Jo Malone fragrances are always nice. I’m sure the candles are too.
~wool fringe blanket scarf. For anyone who enjoys bundling up in the winter!
~Hue document camera. Super useful for remote teaching.
~super soft turtleneck lounging sweater. This looks cozy!
~Nordstrom Moonlight pajamas
. Another favorite pajama brand!
~Revlon one-step hair dryer & volumizer. I gave my daughter one of these and she can’t live without it. This year it’s on my list!
~Yeti rambler mug. Yeti products are always worth it.
~Peter Millar performance polo shirts. Favorites of all the men in my life!
~Sonicare toothbrush. The best powered toothbrush!
~classic cornhole backyard game. A great game for the backyard or the beach!
~AllBirds for both men and women. Everyone loves these!
~UV sterilizer
. Like the phone soap, this is useful for sanitizing just about everything!
~Spikeball game set. Another favorite backyard or beach game.
~backpack cooler. This looks so useful for hiking or beach adventures.
MORE EXPENSIVE (BUT TOTALLY WORTH IT) GIFTS
~iRobot Roomba. I really want one of these.
~Ninja foodie grill & air fryer. This is new favorite kitchen tool. It’s great to have an indoor grill and air fryer in one gadget. The air fryer french fries alone make this worth it!
~Ring video doorbell. I have friends who love this, so it’s on my list this year.
~massager gun. For the athlete (or the wannabe athlete) in your life.
~Furbo dog camera & treat tosser. My dog would love this!
~Barefoot Dreams long cardigan, I adore Barefoot Dreams products. This cardigan looks perfect.
~Shapa scale. Another new favorite obsession of mine. If you hate the daily weight changes on your scale but want to keep tabs on your weight, try this scale. Instead of showing you a number, it shows you a color that corresponds to your weight trend only. I love this thing!
~Always pan. I have heard such great things about this pan and now it’s back ordered! I have ordered it anyway and look forward to trying it out.
~bocce ball game set Like cornhole and spikeball, this is a classic backyard or beach game.
~adjustable standing desk. So useful for those of us who get tired of sitting all day.
~Apple AirPods Pro. Useful for video calls, phone calls, music, blocking out noise — there’s a reason they are so popular.
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~23 and Me DNA testing kit. This is another fabulous health tool.
~Ojai lingerie ultra-plush fleece bathrobe. This looks like the queen of the fluffy bathrobes.
~UGG Ascot slippers. Another popular UGG slipper style.
~Peter Millar quarter zip pullover. Anything from Peter Millar is a big hit in my house.
~Barefoot Dreams plush throw. Remember what I said about Barefoot Dreams? This would make a great gift for anyone.
STOCKING STUFFERS
~face mask pouch. For toting around all those cute new masks!
~cozy socks are always a hit!
~stuffed saw-whet owl! (like Rocky, the Rockefeller Plaza tree owl)
~Old Navy face masks. Another fun face mask option.
~wireless charger. Chargers are always a good idea.
~gratitude journal. Gratitude is always a good idea too.
~lettering & calligraphy guide. For anyone looking for a fun new hobby.
~encouraging daily planner tear-off sheets. These look really fun!
~pillow cover for the avid reader & pillow insert. Pillow covers are fun for changing things up.
~Flair pens. My favorite pens ever.
~Paper Mate gel pens. These are very popular as well.
~Bobby Sue’s nuts. Another fun and delicious snack option!
~wine superpower tumbler. This makes me laugh!
~satin pillowcases. Supposedly these help keep your hair from getting all ratty and help prevent wrinkles. Sign me up!
~rechargeable candle lighter. This looks like a useful gadget.
~mug warmer. Perfect for teachers since their coffee always gets cold.
~plaid blanket scarf. Another great scarf option!
~best men’s acrylic beanie. An always useful gift.
~Baby Yoda dishwasher magnet. Perfect for Mandalorian fans!
~Bath & Body Works vanilla bean noel products. One of my favorite Bath & Body Works scents!
~Bath & Body Works sweater weather products. And this would be my other favorite Bath & Body Works scents!
~desk cell phone stand. Useful for keeping your phone from getting lost on your desk.
I hope the holidays bring you joy.
