2016 Holiday Gift Guide: for holiday hostesses
Hi friends! 2016 holiday gift guides are here! I LOVE putting these together to share on the blog each year, not only because I love shopping (heh heh) but I also love sharing gift ideas with friends during the holiday season. It’s so much fun to hear what you’re gifting and what’s on your wish list each year! I put together some roundups of some of the usual gifts, but also have a little surprise at the end of each gift guide post that will be appearing over the next couple of weeks.
Let’s get this party started!
This list is for the holiday hostesses. Whenever we attend a festive party, I’ll usually offer to bring a dish, and will also bring something along as a “thank you” for the hostess. While flowers are always nice (and appreciated!), I thought I’d share some ideas to change things up a bit.
Hostess Gift Ideas for 2016:
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Candles:
Candles always make thoughtful gifts, and I like to personalize the scents that I give to others. If I know she loves shopping at Anthropologie, it’s always a Capri candle. My wine-loving friends (aka all of them) would love the Rewined scents, and the Homesick candles are perfect for those who don’t live near family.
Luxe hand creams:
Hostesses do a lot of entertaining and cooking, also wash their hands frequently which can dry them out. A luxe hand cream is a great option. I especially love the Beautycounter body butter because it’s thick without being greasy, has a light scent (no artificial fragrances) and contains safe ingredients. Our skin is our largest organ, so I try to be more selective about the products I put on my skin.
Beautycounter citrus mimosa body butter
Unique flowers:
A bouquet is always festive and appreciated, but it’s fun to switch things up with unexpected picks. I love the succulent terrariums and air plants (Trader Joe’s has some cool ones!) and the bouquets from The Bouqs. (I did a sponsored post with them last year and have loved ordering their flowers since.)
Foodie and wine gifts:
Foodie, kitchen, and wine gifts never disappoint. It’s fun to sort through all of the fun options, whether it’s a cheeky trio of dish towels, classic cocktail set or local finds from your farmer’s market.
Cooking for Jeffrey (my favorite cookbook right now)
Pretty apron (this one makes me want to cook allthethings)
Dean & Deluca babka for the next morning
Cute dish towels (I kind of want these)
Pineapple salt and pepper shakers (only $12)
Local treats: hit up the farmer’s market for your favorite local honey, granola, fun bouquet, or salsa/dip that you love!
So tell me friends: what’s your go-to hostess gift?
A lucky reader friend will receive a Beautycounter body butter, and a Homesick candle in the state scent of their choice.
Enter below! <3
xoxo
Gina
This gift guide is not sponsored in any way, and everything was curated by yours truly. The giveaway is provided by Caro, who always wants to spread holiday cheer. Affiliate links are included, and do not affect purchase price. Thank you so much supporting this blog.
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I love to give candles!
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Wine!
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Flowers/Plants or some treat for them to enjoy after the party is my go to hostess gift.
Wine, flower or some kind of food gift.
Usually wine!
Local chocolates, wine, or coffee. Or all three if I really life the host!
Homemade jams.
I usually make homemade desserts like cookies. But wine is a good backup if I don’t have time.
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My go-to hostess gift is a bottle of Oregon pinot noir.
My go to gift is usually wine, but I’m glad to have these ideas to change it up!
Those towels make me giggle every time I see them in stores! I should probably buy them for myself…
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Candles or their favorite treat !
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This gave me some great ideas for my mom and mother in law 🙂 thank you and awesome giveaway!
I bring a homemade baked good that’s wrapped up so the hostess can save it for later and not feel obligated to open it with me or other company. I typically bake my friends’ favorites when I’m invited to their homes. Otherwise I bring what I feel like baking or happen to have in my freezer.
I usually give wine, but these are some great idea:)
I always give a bottle of wine
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Love these ideas! My mom and I make homemade gin, so I like bringing that to hostesses!
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My go-to is usually wine! Whethey they enjoy it at the party, another time, or regift it….an easy, welcomed, low-stress gift! 🙂
I definitely always give wine or champagne. A nice rose here and there.
I usually go with candles and lotions.
I also bring a dish to share
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My go to hostess gift is wine or some fun craft beer!
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I love to bring a good wine or alcohol!
I love those hand towels!
My go-to hostess gift is pretty boring, but never turned away… wine 😉
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These are awesome ideas. I usually bring something edible like fancy chocolates or a nice variety of nuts.
Happy holidays!
Usually wine, but I love your ideas!
I love giving Capri Blue Volcano candles as well! Such a great scent and they last forever. I am glad you included it on your list!
I follow on Insta (missleahrae87)!
Chocolate and a nice bottle of wine!
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Good ideas! A bottle of wine or champagne is my go-to, or sometimes a nice serving tray.
I always love to bring a nice bottle of wine as a host/hostess gift.
I love giving handmade xmas cards from my farmer’s market, and if possible, homemade goodies!
I usually bring warm spinach & artichoke dip and a bottle f wine for the hostess. I LOVE ALL THE GIFT IDEAS!
I always take wine because I never know what else to give, but I love this list! The food items, candles, and air plants in particular seem like things everyone would love.
I’m not terribly creative and usually just bring a fun bottle of wine or craft beer selection
My go-to is wine!
I like to give monogrammed napkins or a candle!