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50th Birthday Gift Guide!
My big 5-0 birthday is around the corner. I wanted to send out a fun and thoughtful 50th birthday gift guide to commemorate the big occasion. I have included 6 different gift categories which include gifts for her, gifts for him, commemorative gifts, old age gifts, birthday party decor and travel gift ideas. Get Gifting!
Kid’s Valentine’s Day Gifts
I did not forget the Valentine’s Day gifts for your kids! So many cute ideas that they can use now like these New Balance sneakers or Pink Koolaberra boots OR fun bathing suits they can wear over spring break or this summer. I’m a huge fan of gifting useful items and Valentine’s Day is no different. I also included some poppin' class valentine’s ideas that will make your kids’s class party super fun. I love this printables that you can use with DIY Smores and Starbursts. I think pajamas like the Old Navy version and Roller Rabbit version are great for boys and girls all winter. Get Gifting your kids this Valentine’s Day!
Adult Valentine’s Day Gifts!
Want to gift your favorite Valentine something special this Valentine’s Day? Check out these thoughtful and special Valentine’s Day Gifts! I have gifts here ranging from the total splurge earrings to some cozy gifts like these pants or this Barbie robe or just a great Valentine’s card. Maybe a Galentine celebration is more up your alley? If so, you could gift this yummy lotion, a great lipstick or these fun heart glasses. If you are a sentimental gift giver fill up this I love you jar with little love notes or take them to Vegas to see Lionel. Do you tend to gift something with a little humor then this 80s pet portrait or undies with your picture would be super fun. Maybe you are the useful gift giver then just go with the Lulu Shorts and some candy!
Teen’s Valentine’s Day Gifts!
Valentine’s Day gift ideas for teens is here. For your teen boy I think it would be fun to surprise him with these shoes or button down shirt with a snack box or M&M Heart Box. Your teen girl would love these fun earrings or this pretty pink cardigan with a Dylan’s candy surprise. I love some new jammies or undies as the perfect Valentine’s Day Gift. A teen boy would love these plush pants or heart boxers. I adore this Print Fresh Heart Nightgown or Jammie set for your teen girl! If your teen is hosting a Galentine party this strawberry dipping kit or snack box would be fun treats and the heart candle or body wash are great Galentine gifts. Don’t forget a great teen gift would be one of the fun cards above with a $20 or Starbucks gift card. Get Gifting your Teen People!
Men’s Birthday Gift Ideas!
Happy January Friends! I do a winter men’s gift guide every year because my hubbie’s birthday is in January. I have to hold back a few men’s gift ideas from Christmas for his birthday! The best thing about a January birthday is you can scoop up a lot of gifts on sale like this fun flannel shirt, Patagonia Nano Jacket or On Running Sneakers. I gave Tommy the Solo Stove years ago and it is the best gift ever. Now they have a metal surround that acts as a table that I love and include a log holder for a fun themed fire pit gift! Fun men’s gifts here too if he has a hobby like fishing, golf or cooking gifts. Looking ahead to a great Men’s Valentine’s Day gift would be this yummy Surf & Turf box. Get Gifting your spouse, boyfriend, father or brother!
Engagement Gift Ideas!
Tis the season for lots of holiday engagements. I had a special request for this engagement gifts guide for all the newly engaged friends. I’m such a huge Christmas fan that I love this personalized ornament or this one. I remember when I was first engaged I loved receiving personalized gifts with my new name or monogram like these cocktail napkins, the cheeseboard or pretty new sheets. If you are throwing an engagement party I love this ring pinata, board for their bar or surprise colorful coupes. Get Gifting and stock a few of these for future engagements.
Great Ways to Gift Wine!
Christmas and New Year’s Eve is around the corner! Do you enjoy gifting wine or champagne? Here are 6 categories of items you can gift with your wine to take your gift up a notch! Gift your bottle with an ornament, glass marker, cocktail napkins, a fun bottle stopper, pretty tote/bag or a great wine cooler. So many ways to elevate your wine gift. If you want to gift wine with food you can always include a gift card for BOARDERIE or MURRAY’S CHEESES. Get Gifting!
50+ Amazing Under $50 Gifts!
Holiday Gift Guide #16 is here. So many of you ask for reasonably priced yet nice gift ideas hence the +50 Under $50 gifts. I included gift ideas for your kids, teens,tweens, men and colleagues on this gift guide. I love this Trucker Hat, Tee Shirt or Tank top for your teens. If you need a great teacher gift how about this Stonewall Breakfast kits, Yummy Hand Lotion or Bonne Maman Jelly with some homemade bread. Colleague gifts can we a little hard to source so I recommend this cocktail mix with a fun stirrer, this Plush Blanket or a Nest Candle. Is your family member a foodie and you need a yummy gift idea. Order them these assorted cookies from Magnolia, Flaky Salt with this spoon or this fun Spoon Rest. Get Gifting people. Only 21 shopping days left until Christmas!
2023 Stocking Stuffers!
Stocking Stuffers can be really fun and useful. Use the following little cheat for an easy stocking stuffer idea.
BOOK + CANDY + USEFUL ITEM (toothbrush/underwear) + FUN ITEM (game/toy) + SURPRISE ITEM (gift card/money/jewelry)
Amazon Dupes - Save Now!
I want to spend like a Kardashian right now with the sales and volume of incoming emails makes it tough. A friend asked me about some Amazon dupes so voula’ here are 20+ amazing Amazon Dupes. Spend like the Grinch and have them look like they walked out of Lulu at half the price. I sold 15 of the Free People jacket dupe when I posted it for Amazon day so here it is again. These men’s shorts and girls shorts look just like the LuLu real thing. I’m probably never getting a real YSL so this one might have to due for a while! Get Gifting!
2023 Women’s Gift Guide
Holiday Gift Guide #14 is here. Women’s Gift Guide needs to be forwarded to all of your respective spouses, boyfriends and parents so you get exactly what you want this Christmas. You can obviously argue this gift guide is my own personal gift guide Ha! So many amazing beauty gifts and jewelry gifts and cooking gifts. I have broken down some categories and gifts below that will help you triangulate the perfect gift for her! Get Gifting!
2023 Men’s Gift Guide
Holiday Gift Guide #13 is here. Men’s Gift Guide is live to make your life SO much easier. I don’t know about you but I find this the hardest gift to find and give. My dad and husband don’t want much or ask for anything. I’ve included lots of good clothing gifts, golf gifts, outdoor gifts and fitness gifts for the men on your list. Below is a quick cheat sheet if you need to cut straight to your guy! Get Gifting!
2023 College Age Gift Guide!
Holiday Gift Guide #12 is here. I had SO many requests for college age/young adult gift ideas that I added this gift guide this year. I included some home decor items like this mirror, sheet set, original art or griddle set that they can use in apartment at college or on their own. Gift them a nice jacket like this Whitespace puffer or Stio jacket they can use this winter. Does your young adult love a party. Give them these beer mittens or the JBL party box. You know I’m a sucker for beauty gifts like this Givenchy lipstick or Thrive blush. Want a good jewelry splurge Christmas? I love this Shinola watch or Emerald Gold necklace! They will be thrilled to play with this Disc Game, Golf Simulator or Beach volleyball set. Get Gifting your College Kids and Young Adults!
2023 Teen Gift Guide!
Holiday Gift Guide #11 is here. Teen Gifts are here and I have a gift for everyone on your list! If your teen is really in to music I love an experience gift like a trip to see Drake or Zach Bryan. Technology is always a great gift idea for a teen since that’s all they seem to do. You could gift one of these and technology items and they will be thrilled: New iPhone, 2 in 1 Charger, iPhone Case, Apple Max Headphones. A teen girl loves some beauty gifts and I’m loving the Fenty Lip Bomb or the Tatcha water cream. Clothes are something they need and want. Gift this jacket or some new loafers for him or these Beach Riot leggings or White Fox Oversized Hoodie for her. The sports fanatic on your list will use and love Goarilla Basketball Net, Magnetic Golf Phone Holder, Pickleball Set, EVO Wakeboard or Agility Training Set. I love a good splurge gift like this YSL bracelet or Razor Rambler. Get Gifting your Teen Boy or Teen Girl!
2023 Tween Gift Guide!
Holiday Gift Guide #10 is here. Tween Gifts are fun because this age still enjoys playing with toys before the technology takes over :) If your tween is a sports fanatic I love gifting Sports Tickets, Basketball Shoes or Sports Equipment they can use outside. Do you have a snow trip planned? This Quicksilver Ski Coat or Boden Winter coat would be great for the trip. I read an article about how Tweens are obsessed with beauty products so obviously they need the 3 Pack Lip Balm, Whipped Facial Cream or Mask Facial Set. Get Gifting your Tweens!
2023 Kid’s Gift Guide!
Holiday Gift Guide #9 is here. All the kids gift ideas you need are here! Looking for a total splurge gift idea for your kiddo? This Ryder Vintage Jeep, Backyard Discovery Swing Set or Mindware Glow in the Dark Fort are the way to your little girl or little boy’s heart. Creative Gifts that I think are really fun are the Vtech Kidizoom Camera that prints to color, the Ooly Art set or the Smart Art Sketcher. I’m a big fan of gifting outdoor toys as well to get your kids out. ide. this Costway Kids ride on toy, the Specialized Riprock Bike, Capture the Flag or the Inflatable Ride On Unicorns are great fun! Game night will be a ton of fun with HeadBanz Spin Master, Tapple Word Game or Don’t Break the Ice. Get Gifting your kids!
2023 Thanksgiving Food to Gift!
Holiday Gift Guide #8 is here. I interrupt the typical Christmas gift guide with a Thanksgiving Food gift guide. Do not and I repeat do not show up to Thanksgiving empty handed. Here are 16 great food gift ideas that you can bring to the hostess this Thanksgiving. It’s always nice to coordinate with the cook on what you can bring to help. If you never cook and want to really contribute offer to buy this Organic Turkey and ship it directly to the hostess. I have a major sweet tooth and am totally torn between the Magnolia Bakery Banana Pudding or the Salted Caramel Caroline Cake. If you are a drinker bring a bottle of Rose with this Brumate Cooler or offer to setup the best Bloody Mary Bar. Traveling to see family this holiday then prepare ahead and ship breakfast with this Kringle or Assorted English Muffins. No excuses people…come baring yummy food gifts this Thanksgiving.
2023 Baby & Toddler Gift Guide!
Holiday Gift Guide #7 is here. The Baby and Toddler Gift guide is ready for all your little ones! I included lots of great outdoor toys for kids like this Husqvarna Toy Blower, Inflatable Water Toy, Balance Bike, or Foldable Tricycle. There are some really fun indoor kids gift as well including the Toddler Indoor Climbing Gym, Timbertots Bath Toy, Foam Ball Pit and the Toniebox. Gift your toddler some new clothes…I love this fun Vest , the Dinosaur set or New Winter Coat. The toddler shoe game is a lot better now than in 2007. The Vejas and the Vans are really cute. Get Gifting!
2023 Grandparents Gift Guide!
Holiday Gift Guide #6 is here. Looking for great gifts for your older parents or your kid’s grandparents? Look no further than this Grandparent’s Gift Guide! I included great gift ideas for the super active grandad that loves to walk in Nike fleece sweatpants or play 18 holes with this Golf Caddy GPS device. Is your grandmother a fashionable woman? Gift her a fun new pocketbook like this Mix #6 Crossbody or the Quince woven crossbody. Get Gifting!
Favorite Things Party Gift Ideas!
Holiday Gift Guide #5 is here. I hosted a Favorite Things Party this past week. The party was a white elephant gift exchange and the gift needed to be something you love and under $50. It was the most fun way to have a party with your girlfriends, discover some great new under $50 gifts and eat some yummy snacks. You should copy my idea and host your own this Christmas. Hope you enjoy these great women’s gift ideas and Get Gifting!