Your Ultimate Holiday Gift Giving Guide
By: Maddie Mosley
'Tis the season of giving, and as the holiday lights twinkle and festive cheer fills the air, the search for the perfect gifts is in full swing. Get ready to sleigh your shopping list with five gifts you need to buy this holiday season to spread warmth and smiles far and wide.
Music Artist Merchandise
Dive into the rhythm of gift-giving with the ultimate present for music lovers – artist merchandise! Whether it's vinyl records or CDs of their favorite album, stylish wearables like shirts and sweatshirts, or the magic of a live experience through concert tickets, the options are as diverse as musical tastes. Elevate their space with vibrant decorations like tour posters and stickers that resonate with their favorite beats. Unwrap the joy of personalized and thoughtful gifts, celebrating the tunes that soundtrack their lives. It's a harmonious way to spread holiday cheer and make their festive season truly melodious!
You can purchase artist merchandise on the artist's official website or check out more affordable options on Etsy, Mustard Yard Press, or Lovely Disco!
Trinket Dishes
Trinket dishes are a versatile gift where everyday essentials find a whimsical home. You can elevate the art of organization with petite treasures, perfect for cradling keys, cherished jewels, or the occasional stray coin. Trinket dishes come in all shapes, sizes, and colors like butterflies, stars, and hearts, transforming the mundane into a vibrant spectacle.
Natural Life and Ban.do have great collections, but Etsy is another site where you can personalize them for your friends and family. If you really want to unleash your inner artist, you could create your own with air-dry clay and acrylic paint or search for one at your local thrift store.
Custom Charm Necklaces and Bracelets
One trend that’s been igniting TikTok is personalized custom charm necklaces and bracelets. I think these would be a heartfelt gift for friends and family.
You can keep it simple with straightforward charms like the initial of their first name or the cosmic alignment of their zodiac sign. You can also craft a narrative with charms reflecting their personality – a jet-setting plane for travel enthusiasts, a four-leaf clover for eternal luck, or a sunshine charm for the perpetual ray of light in your life.
Etsy is always a great place for anything personalized, but you can explore craft stores like Michaels and Hobby Lobby, where an array of charms and chains await to transform into wearable tales of affection.
Graphic T-shirts
One of my go-to gifts is the timeless graphic tee – a wardrobe staple that perfectly captures the essence of the recipient's passions. Dive into cinematic nostalgia with a tee from Moonkissed Collective that pays homage to “Little Women”, featuring the iconic line, “It's no use, Jo!” Let them wear their heart on their sleeve with RomanticBlue’s “This is me trying” tee, echoing the poetic sentiments of Taylor Swift’s song from the “Folklore” album. If you’re looking for a more humorous piece, check out CherryKitten's witty “gaslight, gatekeep, girlboss” design.
For those who appreciate simplicity, opt for an image-centric tee, perhaps adorned with a current trendsetter – bows. You can also explore the retro chic of In We Trust Print or Millied Clothing, featuring disco balls, cherries, or 8-balls.
Jellycats
At 20 years old, I’ve proudly held my love for stuffed animals, and Jellycats have become the epitome of plush perfection. Their collections are a whimsical wonderland, offering a delightful array of cuddly companions for all ages. From stuffed tacos to dragons, and coffee cups to bonsai trees, Jellycats has redefined the world of plushies. If you’re looking to elevate your gift, they offer personalized jumpers for your plushies and coordinating storybooks.
There's an inherent joy in receiving a Jellycat. It's not just a gift; it's a bundle of comfort, whimsy, and pure happiness. After all, who could resist the charm of a well-crafted, irresistibly soft friend?
From the melodic world of artist merchandise to the whimsical charm of trinket dishes, personalized tales spun in custom charm jewelry, and the timeless allure of graphic tees and cuddly companions, each of these gifts carries a unique melody, promising to strike a chord with your loved ones. May your celebrations be filled with melody, charm, and the pure joy of giving.