[dropcap]W[/dropcap]ith Thanksgiving now over, it’s time to get ready for the fun holiday season up ahead. The first on our list is to start on our Christmas gift list. Never an easy task, especially if we’re trying to find the perfect gift for someone that shows thought went in actually picking it. Raise your hand if you’re like us and have had to resort to the quick and easy route of giftcards and socks in the past years because you just don’t know what to give to your best friend, girlfriend, mom or coworker. Well, not this time. As your gift guide elf, we have come up with 27 fun & unique holiday gifts that are perfectly tailored for every type of gal you know. Happy Shopping!
[large_title title=”For the Beauty Queen”]
1. Beauty Giclée Print
Not sure what type of makeup to pick up for your bestie? Skip the run to Sephora, and pick up this gorgeous “Beauty” print instead.
Price: $24.71 USD
Where to Buy: Etsy
2. Breakups To Makeup Holiday Bag
Every beauty lover needs a killer makeup bag to carry their beauty favorites on the go so why not give them a bag with some glamour and a whole lot of sass. Made of vegan leather and perfectly sized to fit your phone and products, The Breakups to Makeup Holiday clutch comes in two different colors & sayings: “These are a slew of my favorite things” & “All dressed up and ready to glow”.
Price: $26.00
Where to Buy: Sephora
3. Besame Cosmetics Lipstick And Samplers Set In Red Velvet
Looking for an elegant and timeless beauty gift? This glamourous set features Besame Cosmetics’ popular Red Velvet Lipstick with a matching Lipstick Matchbook. Not only are the products absolutely amazing, they also make gorgeous showpieces.
Price: $ 23.00
Where to Buy: Besame Cosmetics
[large_title title=”For the ‘I need to Relax’ Queens”]
1. True Peace Set
This 3-pc set is the ultimate relaxation gift for that special someone who needs a little “me” time. The True Peace Set from Lotus Wei features the Inner Peace Elixir, Inner Peace Mist, Inner Peace Serum—all designed to help dissolve stress and feel more balanced.
Price: $ 125.00
Where to Buy: Lotus Wei
2. Happy Feet Spa Set
Handmade in Bali, this luxurious all-natural spa set includes a Pumice stone, Jasmine Soap and a Nail Brush. Perfect spa package for the gal who needs a little pampering.
Price: $ 22.00
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
3. Fortune Cookie Soap ‘The Soap Box’ Subscription
This quarterly subscription box is ideal for those wanting to give someone the chance to try and sample a range of bath and body products. “The Soap Box” is filled with eight exclusive FSC products and a $10 gift code to use on the Fortune Cookie Soap site.
Price: For US customers it costs $19.99
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
[large_title title=”For the Entertaining Queens”]
1. Mixology Cocktail Kit
This fun cocktail kit is perfect for the hostess queen who can’t wait to try their hand on making fabulous and out of the box cocktails for their guests. The DIY kit includes four pre-measured food additives, four cocktail tools, and a 30-recipe DVD.
Price: $ 49.95
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
2. Tree Vase Salt and Pepper Shaker Tray
A gorgeous contemporary piece, this serving dish makes an eye-catching centerpiece any hostess will absolutely love. It features a center tray to display canapés and small bites, and comes with salt and pepper shakes. The best part is that this also doubles up as a mini vase to display seasonal flowers.
Price: $ 28.00
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
3. State Slate Cheese Boards
This unique cheese board makes a great gift for those gals who love to entertain. The slate cheese board can be tailored to whatever state you’d like it to be, adding a personalized touch.
Price: 19.99
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
[large_title title=”For the Cooking/Baker Queens”]
1. Cooking Guidelines Apron
Now you’re probably wondering why we included an apron. But we assure you this isn’t your everyday apron. Helpful common kitchen conversions are printed in this cotton apron, which is an essential tool for the gal who loves to cook and bake.
Price: $25
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
2. Macaron Kit
Give this fun and easy macaron kit this holiday season to any gal who loves to bake. She will love having the tools to make those decadent French macarons right in her kitchen. The kit comes with aa nonstick silicone baking mat, refillable batter/icing “pen,” six different tips for easy decorating and a recipe book.
Price: $ 39.99
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
3. Ruffled Measuring Cup Set
These beautiful measuring cups are amazing and essential for those who love to be in the kitchen or just starting to learn how to cook.
Price: $16
Where to Buy: KarmaKiss.net
[large_title title=”For the Writer/Creative Queens”]
1. Literary Writing Gloves
We can’t get over how amazing these literary writing gloves look. Illustrated pages from some of the classics are silkscreened into these fingerless gloves, making it the perfect gift for the bookie at heart.
Price: $26
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
2. 642 Things to Write About
Know someone who wishes they had time to write but doesn’t know where to start? This handy workbook is the solution. Inside the book, there is a selection of prompts that range from self-reflection to songwriting, and beyond. They’ll thank you for the literary push!
Price: $17
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
3. Sneaker Customization Kit
Looking for a creative gift? This sneaker customization kit is just the gift for the artsy gal in mind. The kit comes with everything they’ll need to spice up their sneakers, including waterproof paints to create their own unique design.
Price: $45.00
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
[large_title title=”For the Gadget Queens”]
1. Les Miserables booksi Dock for iPhone or Android
When you mesh literary classics and technology, you get the perfect holiday gadget. This stylish docking station is set to look exactly like a Les Miserables novel, but have the capabilities to charge an iPhone or Android. There are a ton of different book covers to choose from as well.
Price: $54
Where to Buy: Etsy
2. Gimme Tunes High Heels Speakers
These quirky ruby red Gimme Tunes High Heels Speakers make a great statement gift this holiday season.
Price: $34.99
Where to Buy: Perpetual Kid
3. DIY Smartphone Projector
Looking for a fun, no-hassle gift? This retro meets modern projector is a cool little gadget that accommodates any phone up to 3 x 5.5 inches and displays videos, photos, or text on the wall for everyone to see.
Price: $31.95
Where to Buy: Uncommon Goods
[large_title title=”For the Jetsetter Queens”]
1. Scratch Travel Journal
This beautiful travel journal is a travel planner, diary, and an interactive map all in one. It’s absolutely ideal for a jetsetter gal who loves to plan and keep track of their travels. Plus there’s a map included in the journal where they can scratch off cities and countries they have traveled to.
Price: $28.95
Where to Buy:Uncommon Goods
2. Cocoon GRID-IT! Organization System
Give the gift of organization this holiday season with this sleek organization system. The system is designed for jetsetters who want a convenient and efficient storage bag that will hold their electronics and personal items on the go. The best part is that the built-in elastics will hold all their things in place, making their traveling that much smoother.
Price: $24.95
Where to Buy: The Grommet
3. Monogrammed Weekender Bag
Have a bestie or family member who loves to take weekend trips? Why not give them a personalized monogrammed weekender bag this Christmas. It’s a thoughtful and helpful gift that they will love.
Price: $45.00
Where To Buy: Etsy
[large_title title=”For the Cooking/Baker Queens”]
1. Darth Vader Flats
From the limited-edition Star Wars collection from Irregular Choice, comes these stunning Darth Vader Flats. Although on the pricier side, these Star Wars inspired flats are sure to make any die hard Star Wars gal jump for joy when she spots them under the tree.
Price: $158.99
Where to Buy:Thinkgeek.com
2. Scenterprises’ Annual Subscription
There are a ton of subscriptions services on the market, ranging from beauty, food and lifestyle. So why not give the gift of a perfume? The Scenterprises’ annual subscription Is specifically tailored to each individual as the recipient receives four unique fragrances created and based by their own preferences.
Price: $200.00
Where to Buy: Scenterprises.com
3. Groupon Getaway
Speaking of luxury. If you’re looking to give the ultimate luxury gift, why not give them a once-in-a-lifetime trip? Groupon Getaways makes it easy to book trips to different exciting destinations all around the globe. You can find fun beach escapes to the Caribbean, scope out cultural trips to South Asia or discover spiritual weekend retreats. The best part is that you not only give that special someone a fantastic gift, you also save some money too.
Price: Varies
Where to Buy: Groupon Getaways
[large_title title=”Bonus: White Elephant & Stocking Stuffers”]
1. Eye Glasses Holder
Know someone who is always misplacing their glasses? This hand-carved wooden statue is the perfect gift for them. It can hold any type of glasses so they’ll never lose their glasses again. This makes a handy stocking stuffer or white elephant gift.
Price: $18
Where to Buy: Uncommon Good
2. The Compendious Coffee Chart Coffee Mug
Coffee mugs are always a great stocking stuffer as they can be tailored to anyone on your gift list. We personally fell in love with The Compendious Coffee Chart mug from Pop Chart Lab. It is sure to impress any coffee connoisseur gal.
Price: $15
Where to Buy: Popchartlab.com
3. Groupon Getaway
Speaking of luxury. If you’re looking to give the ultimate luxury gift, why not give them a once-in-a-lifetime trip? Groupon Getaways makes it easy to book trips to different exciting destinations all around the globe. You can find fun beach escapes to the Caribbean, scope out cultural trips to South Asia or discover spiritual weekend retreats. The best part is that you not only give that special someone a fantastic gift, you also save some money too.
Price: Varies
Where to Buy: Groupon Getaways
This is an awesome list! I only wish I haven’t done most of my shopping already :/ I am especially in love with those writer’s gloves. I think those are going to go on my ‘must have’ list.
The literary writing gloves, I want!
Love the Peace Kit! Great list!
I absolutely love this gift guide! You put it together so beautifully!
Love so many of these gifts. Very creative, different and researched! Some really gems here. Thank you for putting this together <3
I love the eyeglasses holder. I am going to buy that for my dad!
Holy cow – these are awesome ideas. SO much better than your typical holiday gift post. I’m definitely saving this one! 🙂
This is great! Nice images!
I want the True Peace Set and the 642 Things to Write About! Great post!
Great list, ideas for everyone!
What awesome gifts! I would love any of these!
Really nice selection of gifts! I like the Weekender Bag and the GRID-IT organizer especially!
I LOVE ALL OF THESE THINGS! But those literary gloves are amazing!!! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Love your ideas, All of them are just awesome.