This holiday season, we’ve found the gifts that feel great to get and even better to give. Shop our collection of editor-approved holiday gift guides here.
‘Tis the season for holiday parties, and we’ll be remiss if you show up to these celebrations empty handed. It’s also time for visiting family (and perhaps over-staying your welcome) so it’s thoughtful to offer up some goodies as a “thank you.” Or maybe you have someone on your shopping list who just moved into a new place (or is the self-proclaimed homebody of your friend group). In any of these cases, we’ve curated a list of host and housewarming gifts that’ll elevate your giftee’s spaces.
Depending on your budget (and how generous you’re feeling this holiday season), this guide features a range of products between $20 and $200. For homebodies, consider luxe Quince robes, artsy Piecework puzzles, and eclectic Fellow tea kettles. For the new resident, opt for a smart Hatch alarm clock, viral Anthropologie glassware, and cozy Outdoor Fellow candles. And for the holiday party host, you can cart up olive oil dipping sets, unsuspecting board games, non-alcoholic drinks.
And maybe it’s no surprise that a majority of these gifts deal with gathering around the table — from Le Creuset mini cocottes and Lenox cream and sugar sets to Caraway bar accessories and BonBon candy boxes — because food is universally the way to the heart. (Be sure to also check out our related gift guides, like for luxury gifts under $50 and for the woman who wants nothing, for suggestions on more home décor and cooking gifts!)
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Lazy Jamie Extra Fancy Citrus Squeezer
Sure, maybe your host already owns a plastic lemon squeezer, but we promise they’ll gladly throw it away if they’re given this stainless steel one. The fish-shaped design is quirky yet luxe, and with an extra-$10 engraving, it can also be personalized for an ultra-unique gift.
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Lazy Jamie Extra Fancy Citrus Squeezer, $, available at Lazy Jamie
Cozy Earth Bubble Cuddle Blanket
Who doesn’t love a throw blanket that they can cozy up under? Cozy Earth’s popular Cuddle Blanket is an extra-elevated option that’s perfect for gift-giving. But even better, with Refinery29’s reader-exclusive code, you can cart this up for nearly $100 cheaper with REFINERY29 at checkout, which offers 35% off sitewide through December 31!
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Cozy Earth Bubble Cuddle Blanket, $, available at Cozy Earth
Victrola Willow Retro Wood Bluetooth Radio
From music lovers to midcentury modern enthusiasts, a retro-looking speaker from record player-maker Victorola will be the perfect addition to any bookshelf. It even connects to AM and FM radio (for those of us who still listen to our favorite stations).
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Victrola Willow Retro Wood Radio, $, available at Victrola
Ghia After Hours Set
If your giftee doesn’t drink alcohol, a tried-and-true bottle of wine won’t do as a hostess gift. Instead, consider Ghia’s non-alcoholic apéritif. This set also comes with stunning short-stemmed glasses (of your color choosing).
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Ghia After Hours Set, $, available at Ghia
Piecework Puzzles Verbier Vacation Puzzle
Homebodies who love cozy nights inside will appreciate a new puzzle to work on. And Piecework Puzzle’s photo prints will leave your giftee with a piece of artwork that they’ll want to leave on display. Consider Slim Aarons’s iconic 1964 photo of vacationers at a mountain resort on the Swiss Alps.
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Piecework Puzzles Verbier Vacation, $, available at Piecework Puzzles
Proceso Colectivo Silver Sacred Heart Wall Hanging
Get a glamorous gift on a budget with these multil-purpose trinkets from Free People. They can serve as mini mirrors, wall art, and decadent ornaments to spice up everything from your giftee’s bare walls to their Christmas tree.
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Proceso Colectivo Silver Sacred Heart Wall Hanging, $, available at Free People
Click & Grow The Smart Garden 3
Whether they have minimal outdoor space — or don’t want to sacrifice cooking with fresh basil in the winter — this counter-friendly herb garden is a thoughtful and practical gift. It can quickly grow herbs, vegetables, fruits, and flowers of your giftee’s choosing.
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Click & Grow The Smart Garden 3, $, available at Click & Grow
Ichendorf Milano Candy Stick Gift Set
This curated set features a pair of whimsical glass candleholders and five handmade tapered candles that’ll colorfully decorate any tablescape. It’s great for those with eccentric vibes and those who love candy, of course. (But make sure to check out all of Coming Soon’s holiday sets for aesthetic gifts for everyone on your list.)
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Coming Soon Candy Stick Gift Set, $, available at Coming Soon
Nécessaire The Body Lotion in Santal
Anyone would be delighted to be gifted anything from body care brand Nécessaire. We recommend this super-sized body lotion in the signature warm and woody Santal scent that they can leave out for guests (or hoard for themselves).
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Nécessaire The Body Lotion 450 ml, $, available at Nécessaire
Bombas Sherpa-Lined Gripper Slipper Bootie
Bombas slippers have always been a tried and true gift for my family members, and they’ll definitely delight the homebody on your shopping list. The popular Gripper Slippers have been updated for the holidays with this bow style. But the brand’s viral Sunday Slippers are also a go-to style for everyone from your mother to your grandfather.
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Bombas Sherpa-Lined Gripper Slipper Bootie, $, available at Bombas
Uncommon Goods Deluxe Olive Oil Dipping Gift Set
Food is certainly the way to the heart, so you can’t go wrong with bringing treats to your host’s home. This gift set features olive oil, spices, and plates specifically made for dipping (and can be purchased in a smaller sampler size). Pair it with a loaf of bread from your local bakery and you’re golden.
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Uncommon Goods Deluxe Olive Oil Dipping Gift Set, $, available at Uncommon Goods
Verloop Rib Planter Sleeve Set
Plant parents will appreciate a little extra pizazz for their greenery. And these ribbed planter sleeves — which come in several color combos — offer exactly that. If you choose to pair these sleeves with new plants too, you’ll be your giftee’s favorite person this holiday season.
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Verloop Rib Planter Sleeve Set, $, available at Verloop
Anthropologie Icon Juice Glass
It’s no surprise that Anthropologie’s viral icon glassware is iconic, with nearly five thousand positive reviews… and several dupes. Consider carting up a solo glass for $16 or perhaps a set of four matching or mismatched designs (like the limited-edition festive styles) for $64.
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Aether Beauty Anthropologie Icon Juice Glass, $, available at Anthropologie
Hatch Restore 3
If your giftee has just moved into a new place, this sunrise alarm is a sweet way to elevate their bedside table… and help their sleep routine as they adjust. I personally love that it can also act as a bedside light and offers sleep sounds at night through a Hatch+ subscription. Bonus points for it currently being discounted at 20% off when you add it to cart!
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HATCH Restore 3, $, available at HATCH
The Traitors Board Game
If the designated “Monica” of your friend group loves hosting game nights, you’ll want to get them this board game version of the viral The Traitors television series. You’ll have yourself a night of strategy, questioning, and sabotaging… all in the name of fun, of course.
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Goliath The Traitors Board Game, $, available at Amazon
Lenox Spice Village Sugar & Creamer Set
You may not have the budget to buy Lenox’s viral spice village set, but you can still cart up the brand’s matching kitchenware, like this sweet cream and sugar set. It’s as charming as a gift for your grandmother who’s hosting Christmas dinner as for your most whimsical friend.
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Lenox Spice Village Sugar & Creamer Set, $, available at Lenox
Miko Nest Towel Warmer with Aromatherapy
Upgrade their bathroom setup with a towel warmer for a spa-like environment. This bin can fit multiple towels or robes at a time, has adjustable timer and temperature settings, and releases a calming scent.
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Miko Nest Towel Warmer with Aromatherapy, $, available at Miko
Outdoor Fellow Fireplace and Clove Scented Candle
Outdoor Fellow offers some of the coziest-smelling candles, so there’s no going wrong with any of the scents. But this fireplace fragrance is sure to delight those who like to bunker down throughout the winter (especially if they don’t have a fireplace in their space).
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Outdoor Fellow Fireplace and Clove Scented Candle, $, available at Outdoor Fellow
Fellow Corvo EKG Pro Electric Kettle
What homebody or host wouldn’t appreciate an elevated kettle for cozy nights in, afternoon teas, or a round of hot chocolate with guests? This electric kettle has customized controls for time, temperature, and tons of other preferences.
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Fellow Corvo EKG Electric Kettle, $, available at Fellow
Olivia von Halle Silk Velvet Eye Mask
For the giftee who’s number one priority is sleep or who likes to live luxuriously like they’re in a hotel, consider gifting an elevated eye mask. Olivia von Halle sells several luxe eye masks in bold prints, and this velvet one has caught our eye, promising some good shut eye.
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Olivia von Halle Silk Velvet Audrey Claret Red Eye Mask, $, available at Olivia von Halle
Le Creuset Stoneware Mini Cocottes with Cookbook
You can’t go wrong with starting or adding to someone’s Le Creuset collection. And these mini cocottes are great for hosts who want to serve up dinner party side dishes or someone living alone who’s only cooking up single servings. This set even comes with a cookbook for small dish inspo.
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Le Creuset Stoneware Mini Cocottes with Cookbook, $, available at Williams Sonoma
Anthropologie x Vintage Bookshelf Board Game
Elevate your giftee’s game nights (and bookshelves) with beautiful, vintage-inspired boardgames. These Scrabble and Yahtzee options look refined and will definitely get the whole party talking.
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Anthropologie x Vintage Bookshelf Board Game, $, available at Anthropologie
Caraway Complete Bar Set
Caraway has tons of high-quality pot and pan sets, food storage, and kitchen accessories to peruse. But we’re specifically eyeing this chic nine-piece bar set that’s deeply discounted. It features all the basic drink tools and storage, which can be customized with colors that best match your giftee’s bar cart space.
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Caraway Complete Bar Set, $, available at Caraway
Quince Organic Turkish Waffle Robe
If you want to impress your gift recipient with a budget-friendly gift, you have to look to Quince. This under-$50 robe is high-quality, luxurious, and sure to have your friends feeling like they’re lounging in a spa or hotel (in the comfort of their own home).
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Quince Organic Turkish Waffle Robe, $, available at Quince
BonBon Small Holiday Gift Box
You’ll be hard pressed to find someone who doesn’t love BonBon’s Swedish candy. The brand’s gift boxes offer a mix of sweet, sour, jelly, and marshmallow candies that are truly the sweetest hostess gift we can think of.
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Bonbon Small Holiday Gift Box, $, available at BonBon
Mark & Graham Leather Playing Cards Set
A customized playing card set is a pretty “adult” gift for those who love to gather around the table and play games. This set comes in a chic leather case, which can be personalized with your giftee’s initials for an extra $15.
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Mark & Graham Leather Playing Cards Set, $, available at Mark & Graham
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