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11 Dec 2019 Gift Guides, Style

Happy Tuesday! Christmas is only 15 days away 😱 I don’t know about you but I still have some shopping to do! I recently polled you on instagram to see what you are still searching for and rounded up your most asked for gifts. In this little holiday shopping Q&A I am sharing my picks with a few options with different price points to help you finish your list and enjoy the rest of the holiday season stress free!!

MOST REQUESTED CHRISTMAS PRESENTS

We are all struggling to get the perfect gift for those that have everything (especially men!). I worked to create gift guides for many of these people and tried to keep them unique, affordable and fun. Before we get into your questions, wanted to point you here for future shopping! We have to following gift guides to help you:

Stocking Stuffers For Kids

Stocking Stuffers For Men & Women

My favorite things gift guide has so many great items and in the post I break them out by price point.

Gifts for Him

Gifts for Kids

Gifts for Parents

 

LET’S START WITH MY FAVORITE :

“60 year-old stuck in the 80’s and an Avon lover”

LOL how about this cute set of travelling wine glasses or an 80’s Trivia Game!?

 

Hostess gifts for Christmas Eve?

I love to bring a nice bottle of wine to Christmas Eve dinner along with a wine stopper like this personalized one. It’s under $20! This set of napkins are a great idea too!

Under $10 Stocking Stuffers

I have a Gift Guide with lots of great stocking stuffers for boys and girls. As well as parents too! These Plaid Initial mugs are a great choice and are only $6!

What can I bring to a white elephant gift ($25) limit?

This Chambong is a great White Elephant gift! It’s $22. I also thought this shower wine glass holder was pretty funny too! It’s actually genius!

I’m looking for Patagonia Sales!

My Patagonia fleece is on sale! It’s currently 30% off. You can shop more Patagonia sales HERE! I linked more of my favorites below.

What should I get for my boss?

The YETI mug or tumbler are both great gifts for you boss whether male or female. Place a Starbucks gift card or other favorite coffee shop gift card in it and you’re good to go.

Grab bag for co-workers under $10

This page on Amazon has a TON of amazing gifts under $10, and hilarious. This What the F*ck is my Password book would be perfect!

Employee Gifts

The swell bottles make a great gift! They come in a variety of colors too and are $34.

Gifts for parents that are thoughtful yet inexpensive

Personalized items with an initial or monogram are great options! You can check out our Parents Holiday Gift Guide HERE for more options!

Family Christmas PJ’s

My favorites are the Hanna Anderson ones! We have these, and we will wear them all year 🙂 Target has some cute and affordable options, too!

Unisex gift under $30

YETI mugs and tumblers are great options for guys or gals. I really love this breakfast sandwich maker, random but cool!

$30 or less family dice game

The LCR dice game is a fast paced dice game that is perfect for the whole family to play! It’s only $7! Another family dice game that is popular is Farkle and of course Yatzee!

A good deal on the chunky knitted blanket

I like this one on Amazon! Cheapest I’ve found!

WOMEN

Mother in Law

chappy wrap blanket

Jade Roller Set

 

Large cosmetic / Toiletry Bag

This is a great cosmetic bag in the $50 price range.

If you’re looking for something more affordable, this is a great option under $25.

 

I need something for my mom who has everything! Help! 

I just bought my mom Lake pajamas for Christmas. They are a little pricier but the softest, most comfortable pajamas I have ever owned and something she might not necessarily treat herself to! Most moms I find prefer a certain “type” of pajamas like pants sets, nightgowns, etc… and they have all kinds!

A more affordable option would be Soma pajamas and are 30% off right now! They are also super soft and come in a variety of options.

Sister-In-Law

This makeup case is a great gift option in the $50 range. If you’re looking for something more affordable, this one from Amazon is great too!

Secret Santa (something fun/creative/useful)

The TULA Holiday Kits are also a great gift! The stocking stuffers are great options for under $25, like this and also the rose glow and get it balm is the BESTTT (20% off with my code PUREJOY).

(Amazon) This travel jewelry case is a great gift and under $15 and teleties are LIFE, you can combine them for an under $25 gift, or go separate 🙂

I need an Oatmeal Color Sweater Dress

Love this one AND this one, both on major sale!!

Sister (30 year-old young mother)

The Barefoot Dreams leopard blanket is a great choice (maybe split it with your mom!) It’s something that you wouldn’t buy for yourself but such a nice little luxury to enjoy every night on the couch! For something a little more budget friendly, how about a Yeti mug to keep her coffee warm? These delicate initial necklaces are under $30! Or a new set of wine glasses, love these and I’d like them in the delivery room, please!

Boyfriend’s mother who already has everything and is so picky

(lol) The Laundress set or diptyque candle!

My boyfriend’s mom who I’ve never met

This is a tricky one! A beautiful candle is always a great choice! I love diptyque. Another idea would be a Harney & Sons tea set. My all time favorite teas, and who doesn’t enjoy tea?

Friend that travels a lot

These packing cubes are amazing! If you are looking for something more affordable, how about these personalized luggage tags or a personalized leather bound passport holder.

Jewelry pieces for the women in my family $50 and under

these initial necklaces are super cute!!

also love these sparkle stud earrings!

 

Cape scarf for a professional office job

This houndstooth shawl cape is beautiful! I love the colors. This plaid cape scarf is another great option and under $50.

Patagonia better sweater on sale

Yes, found this one on sale! It was $99 and now it’s $69.99.

Cute comfy slippers

The UGG slippers are my favorite. They come in so many different colors.

If you are looking for a more affordable option, these Loft slippers are great too! They are under $25.

MEN

Travel Duffel Bag For Men

A duffel bag is a great gift for guys! It’s perfect for travel and even the gym. This Hershel Duffle Bag is a great size and even has a special shoe compartment.

Something for my 27 year-old brother

A JBL speaker is a great gift! Brian loves this one! This Hershel Camo dopp kit is also a great gift under $50. Also, a Moscow Mule set for under $30

 

Men’s Casual Wear

Anything from JCrew or Patagonia. Brian LOVES this shirt!

My Dad Is a retired physician and impossible to shop for

This Ember temperature controlled coffee mug is really cool!

The guy who has everything

This Monogram wireless charging tray is perfect for a bedside table or dresser. Here is a less expensive one too!  You can also see more options for guys HERE.

Men’s sunglasses for someone picky

These classic Ray Ban wayfarer sunglasses are a great choice!

Car lover and whiskey enthusiast

Any whiskey enthusiast would enjoy this Whiskey Lovers kit!

Husband Stocking Stuffer

YETI mug!! It’s actually on sale today for 20% off! Or Corkcicle Cigar Glass – Double Old Fashioned Glass With Built-In Cigar Rest

Son-in-law not grill or clothes

How about a good book, this is Brian’s favorite book and a bottle of nice whiskey (or whatever he likes to drink).

Men’s face wash cleanser

Brian uses my Tula one and loves it!!

KIDS

Play kitchen

I bought Grace this Pottery Barn kitchen. I also found this less expensive KidKraft Artisan Island Play Kitchen which is so cute and under $100.

Dollhouse Under $100

This gorgeous Pottery Barn dollhouse is originally $99 but on sale right now for for $74!!  I would scoop this up now before the sale runs out as it’s only for a limited time.

 

Boys Gifts Ages 12 and 14 (preferably no electronics or clothes)

Brian asked for a hoverboard this Christmas so we got him this one. If you are looking for something under $50, this table air hockey game would make any tween boy happy! Also, this book would be cute, “try not to laugh”.

SUPPORT SYSTEMS

Daycare Teachers, Nanny, Cleaners, etc…

On this one I like to be creative with a little something, and a side of cash (or a gift card). So a cute travel mug, pretty monogrammed mug, with a gift card inside. You can get a set of mugs on Amazon and then use them for all your people!

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    We’re currently in Phase 1 of our Costa Rican ad We’re currently in Phase 1 of our Costa Rican adventure. This is the two week decompression period where we train our bodies and minds to slow down (this is more for me than anyone else), and let me tell you, I’m lapping it up.  We’re spending all day outside at the beach, going to bed early, eating lots of fresh fruit and healthy foods, swimming in the ocean, I’m working out and meditating in the mornings, and having fun together. For someone who is usually always in high gear, this part is my gift to myself 🐚 

We are staying at a beautiful place in papagayo with @exclusiveresorts and it feels very luxurious and restorative. 

The kids are already thriving. Being together 24/7 comes with its arguments and fights but they are learning how to just be with each other and with their crazy little brother. They’re helping a lot with him, learning a little Spanish, surfing, writing in their journals, and meeting kids from all over the world who are staying here as well. 

I’m letting us get pampered for this phase, and it feels really good. 

Thanks for coming along, I hope your year is off to an amazing start! Is there anything specific you’d like me to share about while we’re in this phase? I was thinking about sharing my morning workouts and meditations, but let me know!
    Recently, I downloaded the Melissa Wood health app Recently, I downloaded the Melissa Wood health app @melissawoodtepperberg @melissawoodhealth and so far I’m loving the workouts. I try and do one every morning. They’re super quick so sometimes I do two. I like that they are gentle but hard. They incorporate a lots of yoga, pilates, breathing, stretching, balancing and all that good stuff. You can see from the videos I’m pretty shaky in the first couple clips, that balance is tough but I’m building up my strength, I can feel it 💪🏻
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