We can pretty much guarantee everyone on your list would be obsessed with this gift. Because who doesn’t love coffee? Of course, this item does come with a heftier price tag. But luckily, the Nespresso Vertuo Machine is always offering some decent sales, especially as the holidays approach. Make a note in your calendar for Black Friday and you might be able to nab the perfect gift for any coffee lover in your life!
With the approach of the new year, everyone could use a new planner. Appointed makes the most thoughtfully designed planners and notebooks, with lots of room for organization and productivity. It’ll be a big step-up from the hundreds of planners crowding outlet stores this time of year so that your gift recipient can organize their life in style.
Everybody loves a good grazing board! Just think of one covered in brie, gouda and gorgonzola. What else could you want in life? Plus, the cheese board from Anthropologie are especially adaptable, so if your giftee isn’t into hosting, the board cute enough to use as something else — like an entryway décor piece or a jewelry holder.
Practical isn’t all bad. Everyone needs a portable charger in their lives. And if they already have one, let’s be honest: they could use another one. If you need to get a gift for someone and you don’t have a single inkling in the world what this person would like, go with the portable charger. It’s the perfect choice for awkward Secret Santa in the office.
Candles are a wonderful thing. They smell nice, they’re aesthetically pleasing and they make great holiday gifts. When you’re giving a gift to someone you don’t know very well, pick a candle that has a neutral scent that anyone would like. For example, go for the lavender scent over the holiday inspired snickerdoodles (as hard as that might be to imagine). Voluspa has a great range of scents, including many universally popular options. Plus, their candles come in beautiful jars that make them great for décor.
Wine is always cool. But even the good stuff can get better! The Crate and Barrel Marble Wine Cooler chills wine at the table, immediately leveling up any dinner party or at-home date night. Plus, as a bonus, it can also be used as a vase for flowers or a pot for potted plants. With all that white marble, it looks and feels expensive; however, it’s actually pretty affordable. But let me tell you, with all the marble, it is heavy! We do not recommend packaging this piece in a gift bag; wrapping paper is the only option. Still, this wine cooler is versatile, classy and the perfect holiday gift for just about anyone!
Sure, not everyone is into puzzles, but if worst comes to worst, the receiver could always regift it. For most people, though, a puzzle could be great for a lazy Sunday afternoon. Err on the side of caution, and get one that’s good for beginners and features a universally likable design, such as a visually appealing landscape.
It’s a good bet there will come a time in every person’s life when they need a gold ole travel mug. That’s where you come in! The Ember travel mug does more than simply keep hot beverages hot; this battery-powered travel mug is temperature-controlled, meaning you can decide how warm you want your drink. It’s quite the luxe option compared to the $5 Target versions and is sure to revolutionize the way your gift receiver enjoys their morning coffee.
Succulents show that you trust this person to be a plant parent, without actually burdening them with too much responsibility! These guys don’t need much TLC to stay alive — sun and an occasional watering every month will do the trick. This is an affordable gift option, as you can find cute succulents at your local Costco or Walmart, but it still shows you put some thought into it.
As a last resort, go for alcohol. It’s not as thoughtful but guaranteed to be appreciated by anyone on the receiving end. Basically, it’s hard to go wrong with a bottle of delicious wine or liquor — really whatever your heart desires. Plus, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to get something that looks impressive. Head to your local liquor store and pick a bottle with some aesthetically pleasing packaging for the best wow factor.
It can be frustrating to make a gift seem special when you have absolutely no idea what the receiver would want. But you don’t have to tear your hair out trying to find the perfect gift because we’re going to let you in on a little secret: the trick to buying something that works for anyone is to find gifts that are purposeful, versatile and a little basic. Now, with this list in hand, go forth and complete your holiday gift shopping with confidence!
