Christmas Gift Guide
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I’ve gathered gift ideas for everyone on your 2021 gifting list! There’s a little something special for everyone here, and I hope you find all the right inspiration for personalized gifts for friends and family.
After hearing that there might be some supply issues this year, I thought it might be time to start discussing Christmas gifts now – no stress!
This post is updated each year with the latest and greatest holiday gift ideas for your friends and family! Current update is October 23, 2021.
Ah, ’tis the season, right? I hope it’s not the season of stress and last-minute shopping expeditions. I know how hard that can be, and even with the best of intentions, the gifting can be left for the last minute!
With that in mind – this post has been updated and refreshed with new ideas for 2021. Be sure to save this post and pin it to come back to later!
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The Ultimate Gift Guide
Every year, I love to gather ideas that reflect the style of the celebrations and joys of life I share here. I’ve got fun, stylish ideas for everyone on your list – you included!
This year, I’m creating a variety of gift guides to suit every buyer and recipient. I’ve already covered gifts for bakers, a round up of 25 homemade gifts, and an incredible list of kitchen gifts.
For ease of shopping and organization, I have broken this gift guide into four categories:
- Something for Him
- Something for Her
- Something for Tweens and Teens
- Something for Kids
I promise, I’ve got ideas that are going to make your shopping so much easier this year.
Gift Ideas for Friends and Family
They say that the true joy of giving lies with the gifter, even more than the recipient. I don’t disagree! It should be fun trying to come up with the perfect gift for a loved one, certainly not stressful. Easier said than done, right?
I tried to concentrate on a variety of price points here, and I even asked friends where I was coming up short on ideas. (It’s true, I don’t know much about little boys, so I asked the experts in my life!)
It’s easier to gift with love and joy when you know it’s a stress-free purchase that’s tried and true, am I right?
Personalized Gifts
One of the trends that I’ve noticed this year is that monogrammed and personalized gifts are bigger than ever! Customizing your gifts to the recipient is part of that joy I wanted to capture here, with lots of monogrammed options for everyone on your list!
Even just a simple letter for their first or last name can make a gift feel so personalized and special. Everyone loves to feel like something was made especially for them.
Combine any of these gifts with one of my favorite homemade gift ideas, and you’ve made it even more customized and special!
Personally, I think it can be difficult to buy for the men in our lives! I've got a few curated ideas that everyone will love, though - including some suggestions straight from the source! This is a game changer for guys who hate having bulky pockets! Chris loves this handy wallet that attaches to his phone as a case + wallet in one! These joggers are a hit in my house - he likes them even more than his Lulu joggers from years past! This magnetic battery pack charges your phone while allowing you to still use it on the go - amazing! You can't go wrong with new AirPods for the spouses or teenagers in your lives. Velvet is a brand we've discovered in the past year and we love it. This organic knit hoodie is the softest we've found - such great quality and holds up beautifully to washing! This bonfire pit is one of the best gifts we've ever given ourselves as a family. It's so easy to use and beautifully designed - I can promise it's a surefire success! We love our Sonos speakers - great sound and a great gift! I love this classic weekender! It can be personalized with a monogram and comes in a variety of colors. Such a great way to keep your outdoor spaces warm for longer into the fall and even winter season! Breathable double knit with great stretch, this crew is comfy but looks a little more special and interesting than others, thanks to the large pocket detail. The best quality suitcase on the market! It's an investment, but one that will last for years to come! This temperature controlled coffee mug is perfect for the coffee lover in your life! The mug keeps coffee at a perfectly sippable temperature! These boots were made for hiking, walking, dinner out and so much more! This classic pocket knife makes the perfect gift for a friend, father, husband or brother! This classic, timeless watch makes a beautiful gift for a discretionary male! These glasses are perfect for sipping whiskey on the rocks - or the mountains! It's easy to pamper all the ladies in your life with these gift ideas! Ranging from charming little stocking stuffers to luxurious indulgences, I found a little something for everyone. I love everything about these and they are the perfect casual sneaker! The can't-miss gift of the season! Such a classic, luxurious scent, in the prettiest glass container and package. Pair that candle with this beautiful little match striker - so special! What could be more cozy and lux than cashmere socks? Perfect for the woman who has everything! The best little stocking stuffer around! I love to keep this beautiful, light hand cream in my purse or car. Friends, these are popular for a reason! They make such a great gift because they come in incredible colors - plus they're so soft and luxurious, they feel like butter. Softest cashmere makes these gloves an incredible gift - and perfect to allow you to still use your phone! I love this hooded sweatshirt, and it's such a great affordable price point. If you're between sizes, size up! This is my very favorite sweater that I recently added to my capsule wardrobe. Just like my home, I'd rather have fewer items of great quality than many that I don't love! These are great quality marble coasters that blend seamlessly into home decor The easiest way to start a gallery wall. Fill them with special family photos and it makes such a neat personalized gift. This is such a game changer for hair! I love mine and I bet any longer-haired women on your list will, too. Now, if you really want to go all-in with a luxurious gift for her hair, this Dyson Airwrap is the ultimate! This wrap is a tried and true favorite! It drapes beautifully and is the perfect length for leggings... it's lightweight and comes in so many pretty colors! It's easy to see why this is one of Athleta's long time bestsellers. I love this personalized doormat! What a gorgeous fresh way to greet guests. The softest, warmest blankets that look beautiful on a chair or sofa. Packed with plates, glasses and a setting for two, you can pack your snacks and find a picnic spot anywhere! A classic trench she'll wear for years! It's updated and perfectly fitted... totally timeless! These are perfect for drinking wine or cocktails on our boat - or anywhere on the go! Need a gift for the entertainer who has everything? This book of big boards is filled to the brim of ideas that will bring friends and family together in a fun and festive way! This lighter is discreet, beautiful, rechargable and flameless! What more could you ask for? Prune flowers in the garden or make an arrangement with these classic, timless shears. This pretty pot makes a statement and a beautiful gift - with or without a plant! When they start getting a little older, it can become harder to find gifts they will love! If you're looking beyond gift cards this year, here's a few great ideas that are sure to be a hit. This dainty little gold monogram necklace will be popular with girls and women of ALL ages! They have a shorter length and they're the perfect price point. These waterproof speakers will be a hit with anyone on your list - whether it's singing in the shower or partying at the pool, you're covered. Whether they are storing their skincare products or their favorite cans of soda, this little mini fridge is on a lot of wishlists this year! This little wristlet pouch is the perfect size and great for girls on the go. Complete with a ring light, green screen and tripod, this looks like hours of fun for making video tutorials, hosting a photo booth, and more! An excellent price point with great reviews, too. This Instax camera gives us old school Polaroid vibes, and I can promise your kids are going to love it! Such a fun way to capture memories. This is the best price around, and it comes in a variety of fun colors. The coziest fuzzy slippers around! These classics are high on many teenage lists this year and always! The perfect stocking stuffer, these portable battery chargers come in a pretty rose gold color, too. This is another can't miss gift for anyone on your list! This one looks like so much fun, perfect for the tweens and teens in your life! A Hydroflask water bottle is a great gift for anyone on your list. Kids, teens and adults alike will appreciate this one! A classic game for the kids, teens and parents alike - perfect for your basement game room! These are classic and unique ideas for all the little ones in your life. Have you ever heard that phrase "something you want, something you need, something to wear, something to read"? I'm covering each category here in the hopes that you'll find all those items! These come in great colors and are big fun for the whole family (don't ask me how I know). The cutest night light ever! We love this starry night globe and it's pretty during the day, too, as a desk or dresser accessory. Mochis are the must-have of 2021!! They're adorable, lovable and most importantly, squishable! The sweetest little wooden horse swing for the babies in your life! This charming, gorgeous dollhouse is the ultimate investment for hours of play! It closes up and creates storage, too! This is so much fun and comes in a variety of great colors! A Step-by-Step Hand Lettering and Modern Calligraphy Workbook for Beginners (Premium Spiral-Bound Hardcover) I love the raw wood look of this little art easel - it blends in seamlessly with your home decor! The softest, most plush stuffed "animals" that double as pillows. These are loved by kids of all ages and there's something fun for everyone! Great for car rides and backpacks! Such a cute card game for kids! Our girls love these necklaces and they are so much fun to give to friends. There's all kinds of cute sayings, too! These lace up winter boots are a gift that feels luxurious and utilitarian all at once! They are such great quality that you can pass them from one kid to the next with ease - a classic! These hoodies are the best I've found in my years of shopping for my little girls. They are soft, warm, and hold up so well to washing! These cute critter robes are a perfect gift! There's an animal for everyone in this line-up. Another item that can be personalized, this is the perfect way to store all those tiny little treasures that girls collect over the years. I love that this is something they can use throughout their childhood and even teen years! Just like mom and dad! These faux shearling moccasins have a rubber sole. So cozy and cute! Add these little rock climbing foot and hand holds to a big tree trunk or a play area and you're in for hours of fun. These classic white roller skates are a classic Christmas gift! Even if they don't know how to skate (yet) I bet they'll be thrilled to learn in these cute skates. Such a timeless gift that will provide hours of enjoyment! All the neighborhood kids will flock to their yard for this fun! This game is so quick, easy and bound to fill your home with laughter! Great for all ages! The sweetest slippers to keep kids cozy this season!
Christmas Gifts for Him
Christmas Gifts for Her
Christmas Gifts for Tweens and Teens
Christmas Gifts for Kids
If you’re feeling inspired by my gift guides this year, I’d love to hear from you! Please come back and share with me. If you try any of these items or ideas, please leave a comment or share with us over in Celebrating Simple, my Facebook share group.
More Gift Ideas For Everyone on Your List
I hope you’ve seen a few items to inspire your shopping this year! What’s your favorite gift to give (or receive)? While a few of these items are new to me this year, I hope one or two of them end up in my stocking, as well.
If you loved these ideas, I’ve got more great gift-giving inspiration! Check out these posts to create more customized gifts for friends and family.
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Debe Leone says
Found some cool stuff.
Thanks!!
Julie Blanner says
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it!
Sarah says
So many great ideas! I love these gift round-ups!!!
Julie Blanner says
Thank you Sarah! I hope you find some things to inspire you!
Melissa Wilburn says
GREAT ideas! (And, ditto your thoughts on the Solo Stove – we love it). If you come up with any other ones for teen boys, publish away 🙂
Julie Blanner says
I love hearing another vote for the Solo! It’s such a great gift idea. I will add more items if I hear of great ideas for those teen boys!