The Holiday season is fast approaching, and we’ve already kicked off the most frenzied shopping season of year with a guide full of gifts to get you started. Now I’m here to help you out when it comes to gifting the hostess, whether it’s for Thanksgiving, a holiday party or a Christmas stay with your in-laws.
Hostess gifts are incredibly important but often neglected. Typically we opt for a bottle of wine, which isn’t a bad gift; in fact, it’s generally a sure thing. But there are occasions that are worth delving into gift-giving a little further, and sometimes finding the perfect gift requires a little bit of help. Luckily for anyone in a bind or in need of inspiration, I’m gift-giving-obsessed (truly, I am!) and scoured the Internet to find some of the best options to leave a lasting impression with your host.
From sweet treats (which are always a winner) to yummy scents to totally attention-grabbing home items, here are the best hostess gifts at a variety of price points, all of which we tracked down just for you!
Vosges Haut-Chocolat Piemonte Hazelnut Milk Chocolate Crunchy Pralines Bonbons
$38 via Barneys
You can never, ever go wrong with chocolate.
Thomas Fuchs Marble Skull Cheeseboard
$358 via Barneys
Ok, how cool is this?!
Jonathan Adler Brass Tic Tac Toe Set
$195 via Neiman Marcus
I want this, I mean who wouldn’t want this?
Theory Waffle-knit Cashmere Pillow and Eye Mask Set
$285 via Net-A-Porter
For the hostess who travels, this luxurious gift is a certain hit.
Lafco Blue Pastille Boxed Guest Soaps
$20 via Neiman Marcus
Soaps seems so cliche, but I think these soaps stand apart from the rest.
Lanvin Miss Lanvin Snow Globe
$385 via Net-A-Porter
Fashion lovers who love knick-knacks will love this snow globe.
Maison Martin Margiela Mirrored-stainless Steel Champagne Bucket
$445 via Net-A-Porter
Totally pricey but totally awesome.
Smythson Portobello 2015 Textured-leather Diary
$305 via Net-A-Porter
A 2015 calendar (what how is it almost 2015?!) is a great gift, for anyone.
Luxe City Guides Fashion Gift Box
$60 via Net-A-Porter
I love this gift box set plus the price is great.
Aromatherapy Associates Ultimate Bath Jewels
$93 via Net-A-Porter
Everyone loves a bath accessory, just try to be sure they actually have a tub.
This Works Deep Sleep Pillow Spray 75ml
$29 via Net-A-Porter
This is awesome, if you don’t get it for a hostess get it for me.
Jonathan Adler Brass Elephant Ring Bowl
$88 via Neiman Marcus
Vlad’s family adores elephants, I would be the best daughter-in-law if I brought this home for the holidays.
Kinto 850 Ml Carat Teapot
$45 via Barneys
As a tea lover myself, I love getting interesting teapots.
MacKenzie-Childs Odd Fellows Cheese Dish
$180 via Neiman Marcus
Another cheese plate, but a more whimsical option.
Three Designing Women Motif Custom Ink Stamps
$40 via Neiman Marcus
A custom option shows you put time and effort into the gift, plus a custom ink stamp is usable for everyone.
Sudha Pennathur Christmas Door Knockers
$35 via Neiman Marcus
Bah-humbug.
Giraffe at Home Throw
$178 via Nordstrom
If you were to give this as a gift, I will tell you it will be hard to not keep it for yourself.
Diptyque Figuier Mini Candle
$30 via Barneys
When all else fails, go with what’s tried-and-true.
These are great gifts! It really is a super sweet gesture to bring the hostess a gift and some of these are super creative. I love the soaps and the luxe city guides box set
The soaps are the prettiest I’ve seen in a long time! And I love the luxe city guides box set because the price is great and people love coffee table books!
Thanks for sharing. I would like to avoid gifting wine to every host this holiday season.
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Hope something here works for you!
300 dollars for a book that only gets one year of use….
I have an Hermes calendar which is really nice because I can just buy the refills and keep the leather holder, but the refills are fairly pricey (then again of course they are, it’s Hermes)
Love the skull board. I want one just to display at my house.
Same!
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Are diptyque candles really that great?
Yes, they are. I light one in my kitchen whenever I cook fish. Magic! No fishy smell in the house, and I don’t have to open a window in the winter! They last a long time, too. Just remember to trim the wick, as the instructions say. It really makes a difference.
They smell delicious, and the fig is one of the most popular!
Figuier is lovely in the living room or bedroom, Megs, but Coriandre is my “go to” fragrance as a kitchen candle. It doesn’t cover up the smell of fish… it actually seems to absorb it. So if your hostess is a serious cook, she may appreciate Coriandre. (And no, I don’t work for Diptyque! I just live on the coast, and cook a lot of fish!)
Thanks for the tip! I’m gonna have to add that to my my Christmas list!
Thanks Megs. Great idea and love the guest soaps !!