Welcome to my second holiday gift guide this year! There are SO many great choices out there. This guide offers some gifts for folks who like want to be more stylish, like to try new things, travel and like gifts that give back. I could probably write 20 more versions but don’t worry, I won’t. Check out my Gift Guide for Runners + Fit Folks – there are some sure things on there for the fitness focused folks in your life. I’m also planning a stocking stuffers post, so stay tuned! Without further ado – awesome gifts for everyone many people in your life… [And here’s a reminder to get the best deals and cash back with Rakuten. Not a member, sign up for free!]
For the Home
Up their cocktail game with beautiful glasses from Well Told – We’re obsessed with these beautiful etched glass map rocks glasses. They also have other glasses and types of maps. They make coffee mugs, travel cups and more! Check out these unique and thoughtful gifts!
Brighten up any home with playful food (and wine) home goods from The Neighborgoods. Check out these fun food themed dishtowels, tote bags, masks, art prints, onsies and more! They also have adorable gift sets with themes for the wine lover, coffee lover, veggie lover… basically all of the people on your list! I gifted the Wine Lovers gift set and it was a hit!
Up their grilling or home cooking with ThermPro’s Bluetooth Meat Thermometer. From the instant-read thermometer to smart wireless model, ThermoPro makes it easy to nail every roast, cookie and holiday meal with precision and confidence. These tools are known for accuracy, durability and performance, making them a trusted choice for both everyday cooks and pros. Buy online or on Amazon.
Up their home coffee game with a Pour Over Kettle or Moka Pot from MiiR. The Moka pot is made from durable, non-corrosive stainless steel and PCR (post-consumer recycled) components. It’s built so that every cup of coffee comes with a more responsible footprint. It makes espresso more accessible and looks pretty slick, too! Check out the wide range of drinkware and kitchenware to go with it from MiiR.
Brighten up any home with succulents from Lula’s Garden. I’ve been living for my plants since we’ve been home so much. Check out these adorable succulents that come in festive gift boxes and planters. The holiday planters and gift sets are adorable and you can get cute extras, too! If you’re giftee doesn’t have a green thumb, check out Lego orchids, flowers and plants on Amazon.
For the Traveler
Arrive with fresh legs with Ja-Vie Compression Socks – I recently tried Ja-Vie Grip Performance Compression socks. They also have men’s and women’s socks and compression socks (in merino and cashmere merino for winter), flats and more! Get 20% off of your online order with code Erica.
Keep your hands clean and moisturized with PlaneAire Hands Sanitizer and Wipes. These new vegan, moisturizing, nourishing and germ-killing products keep your 2026 travel plans (or any plans) in good hands. Get PlaneAire online and on Amazon.
Sneak an Extra Backpack from Chico Bags in your bag- I love this handy backpack that folds into a pouch for when I travel. It has a front strap so it’s easy to run with. It’s great for when you are sightseeing and running or doing both at the same time. It also has two side water bottle pockets and zip pockets. Find it on Amazon.
Stay hydrated (or caffeinated) with travel mugs from MiiR – MiiR offers a wide variety of reusable, eco-friendly water bottles, travel mugs, kitchenware and coffee kits. So much great stuff for outdoorsy folks on your list.
Always bring good coffee with you! I always pack instant superfood coffees and lattes from Grateful Earth or single serve coffees from Travel Percs – get 10% off of your order with code ERICAFINDS. But if your giftee is next level about coffee, check out this portable french press from ESPRO. Find it on Amazon for $39.99.
Block out the background noise with JLab Epic Air ANC True Wireless Ear Buds – Ultimate true wireless with active noise canceling and up to 48 hours playtime. Their on sale right now – perfect to stow in your travel bag! JLAB also has a variety of earbuds (including open ear) and wired headphones for fitness, travel and work. Find them on Amazon.
Stay stylish while packing and on the go from Hi Love Travel. They make awesome purses, packs and totes. All of the bags are functional and lightweight. They’re water-resistant and made with a unique material that is super soft to the touch. They have a ton of patterns and styles. I have gifted these a bunch and they are very well received. Get them here.
For a Bit of Coziness and Self Care
Gift a better night sleep with Baloo Weighted Blanket – This weighted blanket is made from Oeko-Tex certified, 100% chemical-free cotton and lead-free glass beads. It comes in throw, full/queen, and king sizes with weights ranging from 12 to 25 pounds. A portion of each purchase is donated to nonprofits Pajama Program, which provides the materials, information, and support kids need to for healthy sleep. On sale on Amazon now!
Treat them to some lovely hand creams from La Chatelaine. This 20% Shea Butter hand cream travel tin has three varieties so they can keep one in every room or bag. Check out their full line of self care gifts on Amazon.
For women of a certain age or new moms grab a cooling product from Opal Cool. Opal Cool products are made with plant-based cooling Phase Change Material (PCM). It’s specially formulated to provide cooling relief at just the right temperature. Opal Cool’s PCM products maintain a consistent, comfortable cooling temperature. They have eye masks, cooling pads and “gal pals.” Get 20% off on your online order with code erica20.
Chill out with gummies and CBD salves from Cured Nutrition – The CBD Salve is made with a blend of organic botanicals and full spectrum CBD. It comes in an easy-to-use topical balm that you roll on. Salve is the go-to for targeted pain relief where you need it most. It provides targeted, fast-acting relief and helps to alleviate stiffness and lessen soreness in muscles. Cured also makes a variety products with functional mushrooms, hemp and cannabanoids (microdose). I like the Flow Gummies that are made with botanicals and no CBD or THC. Find them online. Get 15% off with code ericaagran.
Make things cozier with Revitalign Slippers – I’m obsessed with my cozy slippers with arch support (and slip free bottoms) from Revitalign. I want these fuzzy slides for when it’s too warm for slippers but not warm enough for flip flops. I also love their flip flops for post race/summer walks and their slip on shoes for walking everywhere. Get 10% off online with code Erica10.
For Folks Resolving to have a Healthier 2026, check out my Gift Guide for Runners + Fit Folks.
For Someone Who Likes to Try New Things:
Most people won’t buy subscription boxes, but getting a subscription is like being gifted over and over. Here are some that I love:
FabFitFun – The box for women is packed “fabulous finds in beauty, wellness, fashion, and fitness, hand-picked by the FabFitFun team, delivered once per season.” The value is always over $200 for $49.99. You can gift one box or several. It’s a gift that keeps on giving!
Urthbox – UrthBox is a great way way to discover healthy new foods, beverages, snacks and more for your home, the office or on-the-go every month. If you gift a box, you get a bonus box to try yourself. If you gift multiple months, you get big discounts. Check it out here.
Alltrue – This is a “quarterly curation of socially conscious lifestyle products for women” (formerly Causebox). Every box is filled with products that have a story and make a difference! Like FabFitFun, the value is always over $200 for $49.99. Get $10 off a Alltrue subscription or gift with this link.
Try the World – This monthly box is like going on a great vacation! Experience exotic international snacks & treats from around the world – delivered to your doorstep every month. It’s a great way to taste new cultures and cuisines. Order soon and get 30% off with code CYBERMONDAY30.
For the Do-Gooder:
Support Chicago moms with Bright Endeavors Candles – This Chicagoland non-profit teaches young moms them to craft premium soy candles in a supportive, professional environment. Through their paid job training program, they provide job skills that young moms need to secure quality employment. They also make lovely candles in a variety of scents and sizes starting at only $7.99. They have great gift sets, too!
Gift great socks and help the homeless with Bombas Socks. For every pair sold, they donate one pair to a person in need. The socks are amazingly comfortable and durable. They now come in a variety of colors and now in Merino Wool, too! Get 25% off your order with this link.
Check out 321 Coffee! They employee people with Downs Syndrome and other developmental disabilities. I’m excited to try their coffee. You can order online here or try it in North Carolina.
Provide nutritious delicious spices and feed people in need. Enspice extracts essential nutrients from plants like kale and sweet potato and blends them in with fresh spices. Plus for every spice sold, they give a meal to a person in need. They’ve donated over 100K meals so far. Find them online.
Get a sweet treat and support a company with a great mission with Prospector Gourmet Popcorn. These treats are popped daily at the Prospector Theater. They run a non-profit dedicated to providing employment “popportunities” to people with disabilities.
For the Person who has Everything
If they love to treat themselves on vacation, check out some amazing gift baskets from Supermarket Italy. The Christmas Spirit basket with amazing treats (on left) is the perfect hostess gift or gift for the person who’d rather be in Europe at a cafe! They have some awesome gift basket options from $49.99 and up and an awesome gift guide if you know the recipient’s European faves.
Get some great coffee with health benefits! Try Four Sigmatic’s Coffee with Benefits. They have a variety of delicious coffees with adaptogenic nutrients from mushrooms – I promise you can’t taste them. Get Four Sigmatic online (click this link for 20% off of your order) and on Amazon
Find fun phone cases to match every outfit from Casely. They make fun, fashionable phone cases and accessories. For the folks who love to change their cases with their looks, gift a 3 or 6 month subscription for a new case each month. They also have other accessories like the MagSafe Grippy phone mount. Get 35% off on your order right now with this link and get a $20 credit for referring friends if you join their rewards program.
Gift Cards or Charitable Donations– I used to think gift cards were kind of lame, but the more things I have, the more I like being able to pick out a gift for myself when I want it (or find something that I want or need). I also love getting charitable donations to organizations that mean a lot to me.
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