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2024 Beauty Gift guide
My annual Beauty Gift Guide is here. I have include some of my favorite under $50 beauty products like the YSE primer, Ouai Body Wash and Elta MD Tinted Sunscreen. I’m dying to try this Milk Jelly tint and Jamie Makeup Eye Primer. My all time favorite YSL lipstick will always be included and my teens recommended the Thrive mascara and Merit Highlighter. These gifts are perfect for your best friend’s birthday, your teen’s birthday or if you need a pick me up (read gift yo-self!). Get Gifting Friends!
Summer Hostess Gifts!
Are you going to someone’s beach house or mountain house this summer? Don’t show up empty handed! These summer hostess gifts are perfect to bring to your best friend’s cookout or when you are visiting your in-laws at the lake. I have included lots of the themed items too for the perfect hostess gift or thank you gift.
Summer birthday gifts!
This gift guide is special for your friends and family that have the dreaded summer birthday! Get gifting them a special gift they can enjoy and use this summer. If they will be at the pool all summer I love these pool jewels, fun basketball set or great tote. Do you know they will be at the beach all summer? Then gift a personalized towel, awesome beach chair or skimboard. If lake life is your jam they need a new wakeboard, an inflatable water hammock or lifejacket. Your teen will be thrilled to receive this toast bikini, bodyboard or Hari Mari flipflops.
Amazon Dupes (Spring Version)
My last Amazon dupe guide was such a success I wanted to post another one that’s perfect for great summer gifts. I have included lots of great LuLu Lemon dupes like this skirt or men’s shirt. The Free People dupes are so much cheaper like this one piece or shirt. Some great men’s gifts for Father’s Day would these workout shorts or cooler. Still looking for a graduation gifts? Love this barefoot dreams dupe or affordable roller suitcase. Get Gifting!!
Father’s Day Gift Guide!
Father’s Day is right around corner and here are some great gifts for him! I like to include all types of men’s gifts so that you find something for your husband or dad. If your spouse is an outdoorsman he would love this collapsible table or Orvis sling. Maybe your dad is a great cook and would enjoy this Saltverk set or Fish pan and spatula. Do you need to spruce up his wardrobe…buy him this lightweight blazer or new loafers. Looking for gifts for your athlete then he needs this new Garmin or Therabody cube for healing. So many great men’s gifts here…Get Gifting!
Bereavement Gifts and Get Well soon Gifts!
It’s hard to figure out what to bring or give someone when they are going through a hard time either while sick or experiencing the death of a loved one. Above I have included bereavement gift ideas as well as get well soon gift ideas. If you would like to honor someone that has passed away you could plant a tree in their name or make a donation in their honor.
REtirement Gift Ideas
Looking for fun retirement gifts for a colleague that is starting their next adventure? Check out these great gift ideas that are perfect for co-workers that are retiring. Is your friend a golfer and they are looking forward to a lot more golf….gift a custom golf club head or monogrammed golf balls? Perhaps your colleague is a wine a cheese fan and would love a good bottle of Pinot and Cheeseboard. If your colleague is looking forward to more outdoor time I love a good hat and guide for a good trip! Retirement gifts for co-workers are just this easy! Get Gifting!
Mother’s Day Gift Guide!
Mother’s Day will be here before you know it! I have some great women’s gift ideas below for the women on your list. Why don’t you give your mother in law these Schutz flats, an iPad stand or some yummy Lollia foaming bath. If your mom is a great hostess she will love this 2 Tier Serving Tray, Zafferano glasses or these fun Steak Knives. You know I’m a huge beauty product addict and this Clarins Lip Oil, OSEA Salt Scrub or Rare Beauty Aromotherapy Pen. If mom deserves a splurge this year this Clare V weekender, gold necklace or YSL bag will have her jumping up and down. Get gifting mom people!
Wedding Gift Ideas!
Here are 50 Wedding Gift ideas that any newly engaged couple will be thrilled to receive as their wedding gift. I have included great cooking gifts like this Weber Grill, Mac Knife or the Le Crueset Dutch Oven. If the couple entains a lot they would love this Large Ice bucket for drinks, Simon Pearce bowl for salads or the Beatrix Ball Chip and Dip Platter. Personalized gifts with their new name is always special too like these napkins, doormat or cheeseboard. So many great wedding gifts on this gift guide for your favorite Bride and Groom! Get Gifting the lovely couple!
Teacher Gift Ideas!
Teacher appreciation week and the end of school is quickly approaching. Here are 25 Teacher Gift Ideas that any teacher will enjoy and use! All of the gifts listed below are very reasonable and under $50 gifts. I’m a big fan of a nice thank you note and cash if you prefer this option. For the male teachers on your list how about a fun paddle game for the beach or customized playing cards. Everyone can use a fast charger or yummy honey. Maybe you want them to buy their own gift with this cute teacher fuel money holder or an Uber Eats gift card. Get Gifting your Teachers now!
Graduation gift guide!
Graduation is right around the corner and here are some great Graduation Gifts for everyone on your list. I have included special gifts below for your new Graduate. I have also included lots of great gifts below that you can buy for their friends when you need 10+ gifts that are a little cheaper. You need graduation gifts that are either super useful (Monogrammed Towels, New Tuxedo, Toolkit) or commemorative gifts they will always remember.
Creative Hostess Gift under $50
I love a creative gift idea that can be used for any number of things. This chocolate chip cookie themed gift is fun and great for your favorite cooks. It’s also a good housewarming gift, thank you gift or hostess gift. You can pick this all up at Target and wrap with a bow. Next level would be use a fun gift tag from Joy Creative like this one.
Tween/Teen EASTER BASKET IDEAS!!
TWEEN AND TEEN EASTER BASKET IDEAS ARE HERE SO THE EASTER BUNNY HAS A SOMETHING FUN TO DELIVER ON EASTER MORNING. USE AN ORIGINAL GIFT LIKE THIS TOTE OR A TRUCKER HAT AND FILL IT WITH SOMETHING FUN THEY CAN PLAY WITH, SOMETHING FOR THE SUMMER (MEN’S SUIT OR WOMEN’S SUIT), SOMETHING USEFUL (CHARGER OR SUNSCREEN), A BOOK AND YUMMY CANDY. YOU CAN ALSO MAKE IT EASY AND GIFT THE GOLDEN EGG WITH SOME MONEY AND LIP BALM! GET GIFTING YOUR TWEEN AND TEEN PEOPLE THIS EASTER!
KID'S EASTER BASKET IDEAS!!
IF YOU HAVE BEEN HERE FOR A BIT YOU KNOW I HAVE A SIMPLE EQUATION FOR THE PERFECT EASTER BASKET. I LIKE TO INCLUDE AN ORIGINAL EASTER BASKET, YUMMY CANDY, A SUMMER ITEM, SOMETHING USEFUL YOUR KID NEEDS, A TOY AND A BOOK. I’M A BIG FAN OF GIFTING ITEMS THAT YOUR PEOPLE BOTH NEEDS AND WILL ENJOY. THE SUMMER GIFT IDEAS I LIKE TO INCLUDE ARE ITEMS LIKE BATHING SUITS, COVER UPS, NEW SHOES, GOOGLES AND SUNGLASSES. THE USEFUL ITEMS CAN BE THINGS LIKE TOOTHBRUSHES, HEADBANDS, SOCKS, UNDIES OR CLOTHES. EASTER IS AROUND THE CORNER! GET GIFTING SOME FUN KID’S EASTER BASKETS!
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!