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Teen Gift Guide!
The Teen Gift Guide is live, showcasing a fantastic selection of great gifts for teen boys, as well as wonderful gifts tailored for teen girls. Whether you are looking for something trendy, practical, or fun, there are plenty of options available to make every teenager feel special. On this teen gift guide you will find beauty gifts, clothing gifts, technology gifts, fishing gifts and game gifts. Get Gifting your teen!
Travel Gift Ideas!
Travel gifts make excellent presents because everyone can benefit from useful travel accessories and durable bags. Whether it's a stylish suitcase, a convenient travel organizer, or practical toiletry bags, these travel gifts are perfect for the frequent traveler or an overnight visit. Here are some gift ideas for everyone on your list!
Beauty Advent Calendars!
BEAUTY ADVENT CALENDAR time….the best time of the year :). These make the BEST beauty gifts for her. I surprised my girls and did the Sephora Beauty Advent Calendar and the Revolve Beauty Advent calendars last year and it was a hit! The DIOR Advent Calendar is a whooping $750 and just fabulous. The Kiehl’s box or Molton Brown Box would be a great gift for your Mother-In-Law. Drop a hint to your hubbie and ask for the Charlotte Tilbury advent calendar or Liberty Advent calendars. These make the best birthday gifts for her or a Christmas gift on December 1st!
Amazon Dupes (Fall version)
Hi Friends! Your Fall Amazon Dupe round up is here! I know we all love a good deal on the fall fashion you need and will be wearing into winter. So many great Amazon gifts below for everyone on your list. I have included great LuLu Lemon dupes, Spanx Lounge Wear dupe and Free People dupes in this post. Don’t pay full price for Eberjey jammies when you can pay half the price!
Tennis GiftS! Pickleball Gifts!
I was inspired by a recent pickleball game that followed watching the US Open tennis match to create a tennis and pickleball gift guide! There are SO many great pickleball gifts right now. Here’s a breakdown of some great court gifts they will use and love. Get Gifting your Tennis loving pals!
Tween Gift Ideas!
My Tween Gift Guide is here! Tween gifts are fun because they still enjoy playing outside and being creative without technology (aside from the gamers). Here’s a little breakdown of gift ideas by each type of tween. Load up on these tween gifts for their birthday or start thinking ahead for Christmas.
18th Birthday Gifts!
Great 18th Birthday gift ideas are here! Your new adult needs and will use these fun birthday gifts. Their 18th birthday warrants something special like this fun watch or pretty gold necklace. Looking for something to gift your bestie how about Embryolisse Lotion, Portable Charger or Personalized Poker set. If you want to make this a graduation gift you can gift a new sportscoat, a pretty duffle or personalized stationary.
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!
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!!
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.
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!
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!
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)
Teen Holiday Gift Guide!
TEEN GIFT GUIDE IS LIVE! SO MANY GREAT OPTIONS FOR THE TEENS ON YOUR LIST. YOU KNOW I INCLUDE A GAME AND BOOK ON EVERY LIST BECAUSE THEY ARE ALWAYS KIDS IN OUR MINDS. YOUR OLDER TEENS CAN USE THIS SOFA OR WEEKENDER FOR THE FUTURE! MAYBE YOU HAVE A YOUNGER TEEN THAT WOULD LOVE THIS LIGHT PROJECTOR OR FUN LAMP FOR THEIR ROOM. MY TEENS WANT A NEW PHONE, THESE SPLITS59 LEGGINGS, THE GOLF BAG AND THIS BARBOUR JACKET.
Tween Holiday Gift Guide!
TWEEN GIFT GUIDE IS LIVE! IN MY MIND THE TWEEN AGE GROUP IS 9 TO 12 OR 13 YEARS OLD. OBVIOUSLY A PHONE IS ON ALL OF THEIR LISTS AT THIS AGE. I STILL THINK THEY LOVE TO PLAY OUTSIDE AND ENJOY CREATIVE PROJECTS SO HOPEFULLY SOME OF THESE GIFT IDEAS JUMP OUT AT YOU. HOW FUN WOULD A NEW GUITAR AND LESSONS BE? I KNOW I WILL BE BUYING A FEW OF THE SKIRTS (cheaper than Gold Hinge) and the FRUIT FACE MASK FROM MY OWN LIST. THE VINTAGE TEAM SHIRTS AND HOODIES ARE FUN FOR YOUR SPORTS FANS.