If you’ve braved Black Friday and Cyber Monday then you may be absolutely fed up with words like deals, free shipping, just a few hours, or even the holidays in general. Hopefully this gift guide will provide you with one or two things that can easily meet a need on your holiday list. Each of these items is under $50 and can be given to both males and females. I’ve personally four of the items on here for hostesses, girlfriends, family, and my sister-in-law.
1. Harry & David Triple Treat Fruit Classic: Amongst all the popcorn tins and cookies that clutter our office each year, I always look forward to the Harry & David fruit delivery. The fruit is a healthy treat and gives me the energy I need to combat the holiday chaos. Regardless your friend or co-workers taste, they’ll like at least one of these delightful fruits. At $39.95 this can also make a great gift for in-laws or your office.
2. BaubleBar+Essie Set: Do you have a sister-in-law or cousin who loves fashion and jewelry? What about a girlfriend who is always ready to try the latest nail polish colors? If so, then for just $50 you can give her the gift of her dreams this holiday season. First, start by choosing one of six colors from Essie’s new trend collection. Next, choose a bracelet that matches, hand selected by the BaubleBar stylists. Last but not least, choose a final bracelet which is a fun, more flirty option such as bright beads or a light bangle.
3. Wine.com Gift Certificate: Wine is one of the best gifts out there, especially for hostesses! At the beginning of the season I order a few of these in $25 increments to gift to friends and save for last minute gifts in case someone gives us a gift we aren’t expecting. They are good on your favorite wines and bubbly or for accessories such as wine glasses or cork screws.
4. Power Mate Plus for JCrew: I stumbled upon this little treasure three weeks ago when I was doing some Fall shopping at JCrew. The tiny backup battery can charge in your computer and then is ready to charge your iPhone at a moments notice! It’s so small that it easily zips into the coin section of my wallet! While the $39.95 price tag may seem expensive, in just 3 weeks it’s already paid off for this social media addicted gal! (Edited to add: Thanks to readers, I now know that there are plain black versions on Amazon for only $5! Or colorful ones for $29.99)
5. Amazon Kindle Gift Card: These days almost everyone has an Amazon Kindle whether for catching up on the daily news, surfing the web, reading magazines, or enjoying a good book. Why not gift a Kindle Gift Card to someone on your list. The best part is that you can make it be awarded in any increment and includes free 1 day shipping!
6. Agloves Sport: Two years ago my parents gave these to me for Christmas and ever since they have been my go to glove whether for a business event, long run, or walk in the park. They are rated #1 for touch screen accuracy and the snug fit keeps the wind and elements out. The worst thing is getting a draft from the wind during a winter run! In addition, these gloves are sleek and black unlike some of the other touch gloves on the market, making them perfect for any occasion!
Hope one of these helps you this holiday season!
What a great list! That Kindle gift card is a great idea (been wondering what Kindle book to get my Dad and now I can just get him this). I’ve also been looking for some gloves I don’t have to remove to use my phone – thanks!
Great post! The iphone backup battery is amazing but no need to pay $40 for it – can buy for under $5 on ebay or amazon!! such a better deal.
OMG I remember when my family used to ALWAYS get those fruit trey things… and Chocolate and Caramel Corn!! Seriously, we used to get a million different boxes worth because both of my parents worked with A LOT of people. Oh and of course we would also get some smoked salmon (hate that stuff). LOL! Oh the memories. Now we’re totally into electronics. If my parents weren’t retired, I wonder if their clients, business partners, etc would give them the new iPad! Ah ha ha!
Love these ideas! I think the wine.com gift certificate is my favorite. Would also recommend a Nook gift card since not everyone has a kindle. Could also consider an iTunes gift card since I believe you can download iBooks for iPad there. Also I love the idea of an iPhone backup battery. Looked on amazon (jcrew is ridiculously overpriced) and you can buy it for under $5. So much better! Personally, buying electronic accesories at a preppy clothing store doesn’t make much sense to me anyway!
Those are some great gift ideas. I’m so stuck on ideas for my husband right now. I have a few things already but I’m missing the ‘wow’ gift
Great Ideas!! So excited for the holidays!!
Last year I bought all my family (they live in another state) harry and david gift boxes according to their tastes. They delivered on time and everyone loved them! Definitely good gifts! I want the nailpolish for myself!