So now that Halloween is over, all the stores take down the black and orange decorations and replace them with the red and green. Pretty soon Mariah Carey will be playing in the background everywhere you go. And unless you're like me and live in Los Angeles, you might even have some snow coming your way. However, as merry and bright as this time of year can be, it can also bring the looming deadline of holiday shopping. I know that gift shopping can be quite stressful especially when there are so many people to buy gifts for. I mean there's your mom, dad, brother, sister, aunt, uncle, and don't forget about all you friends and coworkers. Well this year, you don't have to fret because I have ideas for the perfect gifts for every person on your list.
Mom/Aunt/Grandma
In my opinion, you can't go wrong with skincare. A lot of brands will come out with affordable skincare sets around the holidays that are filled with their most popular products. One of my favorites is the Peter Thomas Roth Meet Your Mask set because everyone enjoys a good face mask. This set includes 5 of the brands best selling masks in mini travel sizes. It's perfect for people of all ages and of all skin types. This $25 set is perfect because you can either give the package as a single gift or split up the products to make luxurious stocking stuffers.
Another super easy idea is a jewelry subscription box. It takes all the stress out of going to the store and staring at 20+ necklaces and bracelets trying to figure out which one she would actually wear. A jewelry subscription box like Rocksbox allows you to choose a three, six, or twelve month subscription package that you can gift to someone. This way they can select the jewelry that they know they will like. The packages range from $49-$189 so there is something for everyone.
Dad/Uncle/Grandpa
This one may sound a little weird, but I have seen from personal experience that everyone loves a really cozy pair of pajamas, even dads. Pajamas are a super easy gift because around this time of year, there will usually be tons of super fun, festive, and cozy pajamas for sale. You can opt for a quirky white elephant gift like this donkey pajama set from Lazy One. It will be sure to get a good laugh when they unwrap it. If your gift recipient is a little more traditional, a more classic style - like a red flannel print - is the perfect fireside getup.
Is there someone in your family who is incredibly tech-savvy? The Amazon Echo or The Google Home is a great gift because it combines practicality and luxury in one package - that talks to you. These interactive robots are perfect for the holidays because they work with any smartphone and add a modern vibe to any household.
Brother
If you are looking for something to get a younger or older brother, you can never go wrong with games. Most boys have their preferred video game console so I recommend investigating the kinds of video games that your brother likes to play. It can range from sports to trivia games. After you know the games your brother likes and the ones he doesn't already own, it is super easy to find a new game for him to obsess with.
This one is the same as before, but I know that my brother loves his Amazon Echo because it sets his alarms for him and acts as a speaker for his music. So honestly, this is a gift that would really work for any age. However, i do want to give you as many ideas as possible so if you know that your brother loves music, a great gift would be a nice pair of headphones. Sony makes really great headphones that come in various colors and prices so if you are still a little overwhelmed when you search "headphones," I would recommend checking there.
Sister
Your sister is probably the hardest person to shop for because you want to get her something she will genuinely love and cherish. One of the coolest gifts I wold recommend is a DIY terrarium kit. Girls of all ages will enjoy the creative aspect and the beautiful turnout. They also range from lots of different prices and sizes. Some great places to get these little kits online are Twigterrariums and Juicykits.
Another great gift idea is a spa gift basket. No matter what age, all girls love to pamper themselves with face masks, scrubs, and bathbombs. Now depending on the products you want, many companies like Lush have pre-packaged gift sets with varying price ranges with all sorts of products. But if you wanted to make the gift a little more personal, you can find a variety of separate products that you know she will love and put them together in a cute bag or basket. Some places to look for individual products are Lush, Bath and Body Works, The Body Shop, and Sephora.
Friends
Okay, I lied. I think that most of the time your friends are the hardest to shop for . I know the routine: you pick up ten different little gifts that catch your eye and then the total price soars way above your intended budget. Well this is another place where value sets come in very handy. I recommend, first knowing exactly how many people you are buying gifts for, and them buy a couple value sets to split up between them. This allows you to give each of your friends a nice gift, but stay within your budget.
Stay caring my loves