Here it is, our 2024 holiday gift guide! 51 ideas for thoughtful, unique, and memorable gifts. The best gifts are ones that say I get and love that weird little thing about you. I’ve divided each section into broad categories and included a little note about what type of person would like to receive each item. Happy holidays! May we give and receive the love we need.

Shop all of my holiday gift guide 2024 picks below.

Gifts Under $50

1. Designer toothbrush, $24. For a little nostalgia, pair it with a $20 bill like your grandma used to.

2. Weighted eye mask, $34. For someone who needs a good night’s sleep.

3. Box of chocolates, $40. For the person with a sweet tooth, a little box of chocolates that requires no wrapping.

4. Fried chicken candles, $38 for a set of 4. For those who appreciate the tastefully tacky and surreal.

5. French incense papers or match cloche, $27 and $34. For those who respect the importance of setting the right vibe.

6. A better butter knife, $24. For butter lovers.

7. Pasta pot grippers, $16. For the kitschy cook.

8. That Sound Game, $30. For the one who hosts game night. 

9. A subscription to Horti or Vinyl Me, Please, starting at $28/month and $44/month. For the serial hobbyist who loves plants or records.

Gifts for Guys

1. Lightweight body serum, $43. We both use this product, and Joe loves the smell. Sign them up for a subscription if you know they’ll love it.

2. A memoir about eating from Stanley Tucci, $21. To inspire their culinary endeavors. 

3. Jalapeño and herb pizza oil, $28. Delicious and good-looking enough to set out on the countertop. 

4. Meditation app, $70/year $35/year. For better Zzzzs and less stress.

5. Best-in-class down jacket, $1,100. Form and function for the winter months. 

6. Classic hoodie, $125. This is Joe’s favorite hoodie. 

7. Waxed cotton vest, $325. A classic that will stay in his closet for decades to come. 

8. NBA arcade machine, $499. For grown-up and little kids alike.

Gifts for Kids

1. Puppet theater, $65 $52. For family fun and storytelling. 

2. Colorful office supplies, $20. For the little one who prefers to play with a roll of tape, a clipboard, and a pack of printer paper over Barbies. 

3. Rubber piggy bank, $22. For the little savers. 

4. Map of the USA puzzle, $15. For the one who loves the license plate game.

5. Confetti balance board $50 $47. For the busybody.

6. Wooden toy kitchen, $120 $96. For the one who loves to play pretend.

7. Shut the Box game, $17. For the math wiz.

8. Speed Poo, $19. For the prankster.

Gifts for Girlfriends

1. Cedarwood and myrrh solid perfume, $64. For that friend who always smells good, a seashell solid perfume for her purse. 

2. Rice pearl anklet, $78. Get two and call it a friendship anklet. 

3. Pearl cigarette holders, $48 for a set of 4. For the hostess who keeps a secret stash for an after-dinner onie.  

4. They Don’t Build Statues of Critics tee, $30. For your friend who inspires you to be brave. 

5. Silk bow, $48. For the girly girls. 

6. Blue clay facial mask, $46. For the friend who loves skin care. 

7. Long black leather gloves, $129. For the one who unapologetically overdressed. 

8. Espresso martini ornament, $29. A cute ornament that’s so very 2024.

Gifts for the Home

1. Rainbow stripes napkin set, $172 $136. For the reigning queen of tablescapes. 

2. Floral quilt blanket, $150. For the one who loves to style their sofa.

3. Tappan Collective gift card, starting at $50. For the art collector. 

4. Metallic silver apron with lace hands, $128. For the creative cook.

5. Decorative picture frame, $75 $47. Add a picture you took of them or someone they love. 

6. Special coupe glasses, $150 $112 for a set of 4. For the one who appreciates beautiful objects. 

7. One (or all three) of Kate’s Favorite Coffee Table Books: Uncommon Kitchens ($21), Every Room Should Sing ($25), and How to Live with Objects ($35). For the avid Wit & Delight reader. 

8. Cut glass candle holder, $48. A statement piece for mixing into shelfies and coffee table displays.

Gifts for Parents and In-Laws

1. A personalized bottle of extra virgin olive oil, $78. Something to elevate their everyday meals. 

2. Bread delivery, starting at $50/box. Artisinal bread, delivered to their door.

3. Maria Stanley beanie, $149. For your fashion-forward mother-in-law. 

4. Cashmere wrap, $245. For your forever-classic mom or aunt. 

5. Mini timer, $25. For the dad who might be a little time blind. 

6. Cotton and silk joggers, $198. An invitation to kick back and relax. 

7. The perfect weekend tote, $195. For travel or farmers’ market trips, a stylish tote for those on the go. 

8. Mill food recycler, $999. For the eco-conscious, tech-savvy parent. 

9. Watercolor paint set, $38. For the one taking up art lessons.

10. A subscription to the Criterion Channel, $100/year. For the film lover.

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Kate Arends

Kate is the founder of Wit & Delight. She is currently learning how to play tennis and is forever testing the boundaries of her creative muscle. Follow her on Instagram at @witanddelight_.