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Well friends, it’s October 18 and it’s already gift guide time. OH LAWZ :-). Not to worry, though! We’ve curated a ton of great ideas in the categories y’all suggested, and I’m excited to hear what you think. Please note that our gift guide will be in two parts, with Part 2 coming next week. As for today’s Part 1, it was quite difficult to categorize some of these items because a lot of them work well for multiple recipients (teachers, colleagues, neighbors, mom friends, etc.). So, be sure to check out each section in spite of its heading because there are treasures to be found on every list. Happy shopping!
$50 & UNDER (FOR HER)
- Ballard Designs Bud Vases, from $9 (assorted shapes, sizes, and colors – all darling!)
- Tobacco Leaf Tin Plates, $12.50 each (love these for outdoor entertaining)
- Barefoot Dreams Socks, $15 (the coziest)
- Custom Gift Tags, from $16.20 (so many design options)
- Titanium Ball Candle, $22 (the coolest votive ever)
- Niven Morgan Hand Soap, $24 (adore the Green Tea & Peony)
- Big O Silicone Key Rings (bright, bamboo, pastel), $25 (it’s a hands-free bracelet key ring that’s amazing when you’re loading kids, groceries, etc. into the car; also makes it easy to find keys in your bag)
- Personalized Notepads, $26
- Tatcha Lip Mask, $28
- Amanda Lindroth Bamboo Frames, from $29
- Wick Trimmer & Snuffer, $28 (pair with our Southern Bungalow candle)
- Aerin Rose Lip Conditioner, $30
- Custom Stationery, from $32 (also cute for kids/tweens, they have a million designs)
- Glass Match Cloche, from $34
- Mrs. Southern Social x Southern Bungalow Candle, from $34 (This is the same fabulous candle we released last year, back by very popular demand! Disclaimer: I earn a portion of these sales)
- Chic Bottle Opener, $35
- Monogrammed Tea Towel, from $38 (click “customize embroidery” to start designing)
- Amanda Lindroth Wrapped Votives (set of 4), $39
- Amanda Lindroth Wicker Catchall, $39
- Rattan Cocktail Shaker, $39.50 (pair with matching bar tool set for a bigger gift)
- Lingerie Travel Bag, $41
- Beatriz Ball Wine Coaster, $43
- Clustered Serving Bowls, $45
- Amanda Lindroth Braided Orchid Baskets (set of 3), $45 (divide these up and gift individually with a Trader Joe’s orchid in each)
- Clear Pouches (easily move necessities between bags and see what you have; fill with little happies such as the Tatcha Lip Mask for a bigger gift)
- Mark & Graham, from $49 (can add monogram)
- Barrington Gifts, $75 (monogrammed)
$100 & UNDER (FOR HER)
- Monogrammed Eyeglass Case, $55
- Monogrammed Leather Measuring Tape, from $55 (I always carry a tape measure and use it constantly; it’s the very handy thing you don’t know you need)
- Personal Party Book, $55 (keep track of your dinner parties, menu, décor, and more)
- Neely & Chloe Customized Printed Card Case, from $60
- Block Print Pareo (can also be a scarf), $60
- Monogrammed Makeup Towels, $60
- Cuyana Leather Airpod Case, $65 with monogram (love that you can loop this on a bag handle for easy access, no more rummaging)
- Set of Four Glass Goblets, $65
- Desk Calendar, $68
- de Gournay Coffee Table Book, $75
- Simon Pearce Glass Evergreen, $75 (love giving special holiday décor, or adding to an existing collection such as a Christmas village or nativity)
- Packing Cube Set, $79 (add monogram for $12.50)
- Portable Wine Chiller, $89.95
- Colorful Salad Tongs, $80
- Beatriz Ball Tray, $89 (perfect for a vanity)
- Cuyana Alpaca Scarf, $75 (gorgeous staple in the prettiest neutrals)
- Rattan Cake Stand, $95
- Aerin x Colefax and Fowler Cosmetic Bag Set, $90
- Bamboo Serving Set, $100
- Aerin Raffia Placemat & Coaster Set (set of 4), $100
BIGGER GIFTS FOR HER / THE HARD-TO-SHOP-FOR GAL. These items are great for joint gifts with several people sharing the cost.
- Holiday Wreath – Arrange for it to arrive right after Thanksgiving. Love this idea for grandparents, as well. Some favorites include:
- Redwood Wreath, $88
- 22” Bay Leaf Wreath, $105
- Insulated Jug, $110 (great piece for chic drink service)
- Personalized Travel Jewelry Cases, Shadow Printed or Foil Debossed, $111.50
- Stackers Jewelry Box, from $120 (the best thing if you don’t have built-in jewelry storage)
- Sweater Wrap, $128 (adore for travel)
- Tortoiseshell Glass Cocktail Set, $150
- Monogrammed Weezie Robe, from $150
- Amanda Lindroth Palm Beach Tote, $150 (pair with the coral or blue liner, $35 each)
- Hermès Twilly, $180 (wrap around a ponytail or a purse handle, instant chic)
- Neely & Chloe Chinoiserie Flat Clutch, $208
- Estelle Colored Glass Cake Stand, $225
- Cashmere Sweater Wrap, $228
- Ginori Oriente Italiano Trinket Tray, from $255 (perfect for a bedside or coffee table)
EDIBLE GIFTS. Perfect for teachers, clients, the hard-to-shop for dad/father-in-law/adult son, or the family who already has everything. For the really big items such as the beef subscription, split it with all of your siblings for Dad.
- Bag of coffee from a meaningful place (favorite vacation spot, college town); pair with an Aero Press ($29.95; ideal for travel or keeping at work).
- I love beans from George Howell and La Colombe (they also have a coffee subscription series)
- JK Chocolate Microchip Cookie Tin, from $16.50 (so delicious and unique)
- Alma Kitchen Cookies, from $30 (use code MrsSS15 for 15% off; this brand has absolutely gorgeous wrapping and presentation)
- D’Artagnan Truffle Butter Sampler, $34 (Ina Garten’s favorite)
- Southern Baked Pies, from $39.95 (they have both savory and sweet pies)
- Caroline’s Cakes, from $65
- Shaker & Spoon Cocktail Subscription Series, from $50
- Cypress Grove “The Tastiest Trio” Cheese Box, $60 (includes the best cheese ever, Humboldt Fog)
- Porter Road Butcher Subscriptions, from $70 (a Nashville favorite)
- Eataly’s “When In…” Gift Boxes (Rome, Milan, Tuscany, Piedmont, etc.), from $120
- Cowgirl Creamery Cheese Trio + Accoutrement, $130
- D’Artagnan Charcuterie for Twelve, $136 (perfect if the recipient is hosting this holiday – instant appetizer!)
- Snake River Farms Wagyu Beef Subscription, from $225
COLLEAGUES / CLIENTS / STOCKING STUFFERS. My go-to gifts for these folks are tech and travel gadgets. The bonus is that many of these items also make great stocking stuffers for your own family, as well as teacher gifts.
- Well Kept Tech Wipes, $6/pack (use code MrsSS for 20% off; I use these to clean my phone, glasses, tablet, and laptop. Pack several in a cute cello bag and tie with a bow.)
- Phone Stand, $7.99
- Travel Umbrellas, $16.99 (for colleagues, include a cute note about weathering the storms together at work)
- Tablet Stand, $18.99
- Tech Cord Organizing Pocket, $19.99
- Bluetooth Shower Radio, $20.99 (listen to your fave podcasts in the shower! Shout out to Ashley Brooke for this fab idea)
- Extra Long USB Cord, from $22 (the only thing I use to charge my phone so I can reach it from my bedside)
- Travel Extension Cord & Charging Station, $27.99
- Extra Thin and Light Portable Charger, $49.99 (the thing everyone needs but no one has)