Socks, underwear, a hug… just kidding! Do not gift anyone those unoriginal ideas. The holidays are a great way to show someone you care, and we have just the thing to help you pick the best gifts: a spectacular holiday gift guide!
Moms: They do everything. Apart from Mother’s Day, the holidays are the one time of year that they are recognized for their dedication to your family. To show your love and appreciation for your mom, here are some gifts that are sure to please her. First, what better way to give back than to do your laundry and dishes? These simple, household chores are sure to impress your mom and give her a well-deserved break. Also, moms never relax. Consider giving her a monogrammed robe, new skincare, and a spa gift card! This will be sure to provide the most relaxing Winter Break, even if all of the kids are home. Finally, if you’re looking for gifts for the forgetful mom who always has one too many items in her hand, give her a candle warmer and candle, which ensures your house will smell nice, or an L.L. Bean Boat & Tote, which ensures that your mom will never drop anything again.
Now, for your dad: the man who somehow continues to ask for nothing during the holiday season. So what do you get him? In our opinion, there is no better gift than to stop asking for help with your math homework. These endless nighttime study sessions need to end; they are not fun for your dad or for you. If you are looking for a more tangible gift, you can never go wrong with a massage gun or pillow. “I want to give my dad a foot massage!” …said no one ever. However, if you are looking for other, easy gifts, you can’t go wrong with golf balls, a cooler, a coffee mug, or a new hat. Dads can never have enough of these.
Looking to get a gift for your stinky brother or smelly boyfriend? One word: cologne. But seriously, here are some great gifts for the people we always end up getting socks for. Boys sometimes struggle with their sense of style, so there is no greater gift than acting as their personal stylist. Get them a nice quarter-zip, a linen shirt, or a sweatshirt. You can even get them an appointment with your hair stylist (barbers sometimes really don’t understand the vision). For the outdoorsy guys, a nice Leatherman pocketknife or fishing equipment is always a good idea. You can also never go wrong with getting some Legos or a wallet. The safe bet is always a gift card to their favorite restaurant; the way to a boy’s heart is through food.
Now last, but certainly not least: the girlfriend and sister. If you don’t have ideas for the women in your life, there is a clear issue. But we are here to help. You cannot go wrong with some combination of a comfy gift. Blankets, slippers, fuzzy socks, stuffed animal Jellycats, or our favorite, PJ sets (Eberjay or Lake are our recommended sites) are all great gifts and will be used frequently. Sweatshirts or sweatpants are also always safe bets (the Amazon Trendy Queen hoodie is a good budget-friendly option). If you are looking for more beauty-related items, we’ve got your back. The Laneige lip mask set, her favorite perfume, a Wavytalk brush, the Rhode mini set, or Emijay hair clips will become coveted parts of her daily routine. Now, for our personal favorites that are slightly more specific. Firstly, a nice bag from Anthropologie with some personable bag charms is a great way to show someone that you care about them and understand their aesthetic. Secondly, Lego flowers act as both a gift and an activity for the two of you to do together. They are a great way to make something like flowers more permanent.
This article is intended to give you some inspiration, but be sure to personalize your actual gift to show that you put thought into it. Whether it’s an intricate DIY, or purchased from the store, a card is a great addition to do just that. We hope that these gift ideas provide you with some much-needed guidance during your holiday season, and remember, stay off Santa’s Naughty List!
