Spread some holiday cheer – and remember, it’s the thought that counts, so don’t stress and just gift with love.

The Inspiralized Holiday Gift Guide for 2023

Here are our separate gift guides (click on each to be taken to a separate page with the full list!)

Gifts For Her – 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

A little bit of cozy, a little bit of indulgence, there’s everything on this list for her – including a few personal items I’m asking Santa for!

Gifts For Him – 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Men are tough. They’re more minimalist than women (well, some of them – haha!) and it can be tough to find a quality gift, but we’ve done it!

Gifts For Anybody – 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

Whether you’re picking a gift for a virtual white elephant or just want a fun gift for someone special, we have it all.

Gifts For Kids – 2023 Holiday Gift Guide

There were so many gifts we wanted to include on this list, but we really focused on the most open-ended and quality gifts we could find, with the main inspiration coming from Ali and her kids!

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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Kids

1. Zero Gravity Wall Clinger Car: this could even be a stocking stuffer, but it’s a super cool car that drives on ceilings and walls!

2. Cash register: it’s just the best gift for kids – endless open ended play ideas. My kids have this one and it’s lasted years.

3. Play market stand: my kids love playing ‘shop’ and this would be a hit for them!

4. Puffy pens: if your kids are into arts & crafts, add this to your list!

5. Chalk pens: how fun!

6. DIY Headbands kit: a little changeup from bracelet/necklace making kits.

7. Magic kit: endless hours of fun with magic kits.

8. Barbie dreamhouse: Roma loves her dollhouse – set a price alert and when it drops, snag it! Or, the slightly more affordable plane.

9. Hot Wheels toy: I love this for bringing to the park – it expands to make a downhill race! This roll out raceway is neat too.

10. Hot Wheels Track Set: this lives under our couch and we bring it out a lot, it’s a hit, and entertains all the kids.

11. KiwiCo: I love all of the kits they offer – we buy them all the time! You could get a subscription or buy a simple crate.

12. Kids gripper slippers: Lu and I have the adult version of these and the kids always play with them, I didn’t know they come in a toddler and a youth version!

13. Non toxic makeup kits: this is Roma’s favorite, she plays with it all the time.

14. Traceup lighting pad: you can never go wrong with this gift!

15. Unicorn bead kit: For the rainbow unicorn obsessed.

16. 3Doodler: for your older kids (6+), this is so cool!

17. Dashers for Magnatiles: a great add-on for magnatile sets.

18. Scooter accessory: makes fun sounds and lights!

19. Play kitchen: this will always be on my holiday gift guide, because it is our most used toy in our home.

20. Marble run: we love marble runs, but we have a plastic one – this wood one looks so nice and sturdy.

21. Mixers: Great accessory for a play kitchen.

22. Tumbling pad: this is on Roma’s Christmas list!

23. Toniebox: my kids love their Toniebox and it grows with you – some Tonies are stories, some are music (great for all ages!)

24. Instax camera: I got this for Luca for his 6th birthday and it’s one of his favorites.

25. Super Smalls: literally anything from this brand.

26. Toddler bike: we have balance bikes for the kids, but we’re thinking of getting these for the twins as gifts.

27. Wiggle cars: these are on my kids’ wish list!

28. Tea cart: my kids love playing tea party, and this elevates it!

29. Painting book: love that this comes with thin little palettes. A great introduction to watercolors!

30. Disney Golden Books: this is a great set because it’s nostalgic for parents – I love reliving these stories!

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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Her

1. Fuzzy Bucket Hat: everyone gets mittens and beanies for gifts – step it up and make it a bucket hat!

2. Cotton Spa Dress: these never fail me, I buy them every year! Couple this with a nice face mask and it’s a great gift.

3. Stanley quencher: you can’t go wrong with a Stanley!

4. Eye patches: these are miracle workers, I love mine!

5. Beanie: because beanies are the lowest hanging fruit of the gift giving season and this one is ca-uuuuute.

6. Waterfilter: for your beauty obsessed friend.

7. Pickleball bag: okay, I think I need to get into Pickeball just for this bag!

8. Cute pair of sneakers: you can’t go wrong with sneaks. I have these and they’re my most comfortable shoe.

9. Herringbone Yankees hat: for the Yankees fans, of course.

10. Ugg mini boots: love a classic Ugg gift – and this color is softer than the original Ugg.

11. Bombas slippers: I love Bombas slippers, they’re so cozy and functional.

12. Get a sweats set: I love the cool look of this top and sweats.

13. Crop puffer: so chic!

14. Beverage pourer: be the chicest on girls night.

15. Gorgeous apron: I rarely wear aprons because they’re all so frumpy, but I love this one.

16. Planner: I love the simplicity of this feminine pink planner.

17. Ice roller: I love this ice roller after a night out – it really does make a big difference in swelling. Also, my kids use it when they get ouchies, ha!

18. Cozy pajamas: you can’t go wrong.

19. Henry Rose perfume sampler set: this is my non-toxic perfume brand I use (Queens & Monsters), and I started off with the sampler set. Some scents I loved a lot, so I keep them for travel!

20. The sweetest braided hoops: I love this brand.

21. Barefoot dreams blanket: I love this pattern.

22. The Woman In Me: Britney Spears’s memoir – so many reviews on this one, it’s on my list!

23. Heatless curlers: these work so well and they’re a fun way to add oomph to your hair!

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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Anyone

1. Book Nook: I’m getting this for Lu, because he uses a moleskin for work and has reading glasses now, so this would be perfect for him!

2. Yoga mat: upgrade their workout experience.

3. Water bottle bag: for the gym go-ers, I love my water bottle bag!

4. Microfiber towels: a nice addition to anyone’s home gym.

5. Watercolor book: I love this idea as a nice meditative gift.

6. Theragun Mini: cute color and a great, effective product.

7. Beverage cooler: great for entertaining, so you don’t have to keep going back to the fridge.

8. Hatch Restore: I’m over using my phone as an alarm clock – I’m putting this on my wish list this year!

9. Cooler bucket bag: For the friend who likes to bring the party!

10. Custom stamp gift set: this is a thoughtful gift and something we all love but don’t make time to buy!

11. Bathrobe: what a unique bathrobe!

12. Monopoly: for the person in your life that loves board games.

13. Coravin Wine Preserver: great for the friend who loves to drink wine – you can drink a glass at a time out of the bottle!

14. Milk frother: level up your coffee game!

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2023 Holiday Gift Guide for Him

1. Toiletry bag: just a nice elevated toiletry bag for travel or at home.

2. Vintage socks: always a good idea. Men love their socks.

3. Corduroy hat: Lu loves his cord hats!

4. Workout shirts: love the colors these shirts come in for men.

5. Stanley: love the design of this Stanley, definitely a bit manlier.

6. Portable speaker: this is a gender neutral gift, but my husband is big into his portable speakers, so this makes the ‘For Him’ list.

7. Coffee mug: a cool coffee to go mug.

8. Gripper slipper: always a hit with Lu!

9. Chip golf game: a fun game for the golf-obsessed men in your life.

10. Sneakers: sneakers are always a great gift idea for guys.

11. Smiley basketball: this would be cool to display in a home office or den.

12. Leather wallet: if you’re looking for a big ticket item, this is the perfect slim wallet.

13. Performance golf polo: for the golfer guys, a bit more stylish of a golf shirt!

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A lot of gifts are suitable for all ages, 1-5 year old, and personally, I prefer to buy those kind of open-ended play items that grow with your kids. Frankly, my 5 year old plays a lot with the same toys that my 16 month old twins do!

But if you’re looking to get a special gift for a child in your family or you’re buying a gift for a friend’s child or going to a birthday party, I’ve got some great ideas for you. I’ve crowd sourced and used my own gift-giving experiences to build an ultimate list of gifts for children of ages 1-5, that I will update as I think of more ideas.

And I think it goes without being said that it’s not the gift that matters, it’s the thought that counts. Kids love experiences and time with loved ones, so if you can’t afford a physical gift right now, simply taking a child to the park and giving your undivided attention means even more. Especially if it includes a lollipop or something sugary!

A few notes:

• Personalized gifts for kids are always the best! Etsy has lots of great options, and I also have a friend who does personalization if you want to support a fellow mama friend of mine.
• This doesn’t include books! Books make great gifts for children (and adults).
• Arts & crafts – for all my crafting ideas for kids, check out this post!

Best Gifts for 1 Year Olds

1. Lovevery kits: kids at age 1 are still learning how to use toys, and I love the philosophy behind Lovevery.
2. Play kitchens for kids: honestly there are so many great ones out there, but I have this one and this one and you can’t go wrong.
3. Tonie box: all 4 of my kids love the Tonie box, but you can start at age 1, they love playing with the figurines and changing the songs.
4. Cleaning set: I don’t know what it is about little kids and cleaning, but this is probably their favorite toy. I gift it all the time!
5. Play Dyson: again with the cleaning, they also just like to be like Mommy This is one of the best gifts for little ones!
6. Coin box: this is a Montessori toy and doesn’t seem that glamorous, but the twins play with it for a good chunk of time.
7. Balls: honestly, a cool ball your kid will carry around with and chase long enough for you to drink your coffee.
8. Large cars: my kids love to push around cars, but the large ones are especially easy to push for them.
9. Foam blocks: if you have room for them, I’m a huge fan of foam blocks for kids. I don’t have these, but this is a sweet personal way to gift blocks.
10. Shopping cart: to go with the play kitchen, but also just for pushing around.
11. Stacker toy: my kids have never been puzzle kids, but they did love this.
12. Duplo blocks: around 16 months, all my kids started with the starter pack of Duplo blocks.
13. Scooter: Luca and Roma started scooting around 16-18 months, but this is a borderline 2 year old gift.
14. Ride on car: if you have the storage space, this is an amazing gift!
15. Nugget comfort: great gift if you have the space, again!
16. Water table: for the warm weather (or put it in the shower, haha!)
17. Play tent or tunnel: another grows-with-them item.
18. Musical gifts: love this set and this.
19. Basketball hoop: it’s so cute to see them grow with this.

Best Gifts for 2 Year Olds

1. Easel: my kids really started using the easel at 2 and they still love it.
2. Magnetic blocks: this could work at age 1, too, but my kids got it better at age 2.
3. Figurines: we started with figurines like a Sesame Street set. And then upgraded to a farm set, sharks, people, and more.
4. Duplo sets: this gift is for when they really start learning, get into the Duplo sets.
5. Barn set: kids love animals and this is like an early dollhouse!
6. Hot wheels: cars and tracks. The color changing Hot Wheels (these too) are huge hits in our house and one of the best gifts for kids.
7. Baby doll and accessories: we’re talking bassinet, stroller, etc. I love this bundle doll.
8. Puff sticker books: great for traveling, restaurants, and rainy days.
9. Dress up clothes: the Disney store has great options for princess dresses, but I love to gift more gender neutral ones like police officer, fireman, doctor, chef, superheroes, and nurse.
10. Leap Frog Ice Cream Cart: it’s pretty hideous for a gift for kids, but still a hit with all of my kids.
11. Cleaning kit: this is another cleaning set from Melissa & Doug and such a cute extension to the other kit.

Best Gifts for 3 Year Olds

1. Magnatiles: you can get these as a gift for younger kids, but I feel like 3 years old is when the building and play really begins.
2. Magformers: these are similar to Magnatiles.
3. Spinner: Roma is obsessed.
4. Balance bike: we started Luca on a balance bike and he was biking on a pedal bike before he was 4 years old! This is a bigger gift, but totally worth it.
5. Tea set: when Roma turned 3, we got her this tea set and she loves playing make believe tea.
6. Train sets: there are so many good ones (like this Brio one) and you can just also get a set of tracks and trains.
7. Games: Zingo, Chutes & Ladders, Hungry, Hungry Hippos, and Candyland are great for starting a game collection.
8. Barbies: this age begins the Barbie infatuation. No matter which one you get – it’ll be an awesome gift.
9. Dollhouses: there are so many great ones, but we have the Barbie Dreamhouse (it goes on sale around the holidays!)
10. Stomp rocket: a great gift to give at birthdays, never fails!
11. Erasable markers: it’s like magic! Gift it with a cute pad of paper.
12. Pretend sets: my kids play endlessly with the play sets from Melissa and Doug, specifically the Drink Dispenser, Coffee maker, Pizza Oven, Oven Cookies, the Vet Set, and Ice Cream counter.
13. Cash register: for all that pretend play.
14. Sensory dough kits: the kids love these and they’re always great for encouraging independent play.
15. Wiggle ride on car: love these for the summer!
16. Stepping stones: great for rainy day play!
17. Trampoline: to get those wiggles out, used indoors and outdoors.
18. Play makeup and nail polish: Roma is the girliest of girls and loves to play makeup.
19. Nail kit: the perfect all in one nail gift!
20. Flower building kit: Roma got this as a birthday gift and she loves it so much. As a tip, keep it in a box with a lid, because it has so many pieces and if you lose them, it loses its capabilities.
21. Talking microscope: a fun science related gift.
22. Fishing game: such a great gift for hand eye coordination and building that frustration threshold.

Best Gifts for 4 Year Olds

1. Hot wheels track: this gift would be for 3 or 4 year old kids, really, but I feel like Luca had a lot of fun with it starting closer to age 4.
2. Card games: I love this pack, and Luca really got into it at age 4.
3. Legos: Luca really didn’t “get” into Legos until this age, I feel like Duplos are great up until 4 and then the Lego sets, like this one, are better.
4. Remote control cars: they really get a grip on this at this age. This one gets great speed. And I love this little Hot Wheels car one.
5. Playmobil: I love these and they’re great for younger kids to play with too, but 4 is the age to build.
6. Slime kits: ugh, but they love it!
7. Clip on earrings: I love this brand and I’m going to get Roma some as a gift for her 4th birthday this year.
8. Dress up shoes: as with the earrings, I’m going to upgrade Roma’s accessory game with this brand of shoes.
9. Action figures: the big ones, like this Spiderman!
10. Basketball hoop: over the door basketball hoop for the kids’ room.
11. Highlights subscription: a great gift that keeps on giving.
12. Lite brite: this was one of my favorite toys growing up and makes a great gift.
13. Way to Play Roadway: an Instagram follower submitted this as an idea, and I am putting it on Luca’s wishlist, I know he’d love this!
14. Plus plus blocks: these are our favorite for travel!

Best Gifts for 5 Year Olds

1. Kits: all the kits! Science kits, slime kits, beaded bracelet kits, and craft kits  are what the 5 year olds are all about.
2. Art kit: my son is very into drawing and creating, so lots of drawing materials these days.
3. Kids camera: Luca loves taking photos and they’re fun to see on your computer later. This is a great gift for both kids and parents!
4. Lego sets: every week Luca asks me about a new Lego set, even though he plays with Legos generally, he loves a project.
5. Tracing pad: this is the age when drawing really kicked in for us, so along with fun coloring tools, this is great.
6. Hot Wheels garage: okay, this is a serious plastic eyesore but such a winner with 5 year olds!
7. Marble run: Luca is just old enough to master this, so definitely a 5-6 year old gift.
8. Monopoly Junior: I loved playing Monopoly growing up, and I love the Jr. version for Luca!
9. Kid watch, kid wallet: basically anything that makes them feel

Leave a comment and let me know any other great gift ideas you have!

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Gift Guide for 1+ Year Olds

1 – Lovevery kits: honestly this comes first, because their favorite toys come from their Lovevery kits!

2 – Play kitchen: this is truly the best investment I ever made, all of my kids still play with this kitchen.

3 – Metal shopping cart: this is a hit with all of our kids.

4 – Tonie box: the twins are obsessed with this, but the bigger kids love listening to their favorite songs and characters too.

5 – Wooden cleaning set: another toy that grows with the kids.

6 – Play Dyson: I’m honestly thinking of buying another one of these because all 4 kids fight over it!

7 – Nested cardboard box set: this is such a great toy the whole family can enjoy.

8 – Jack in the Box: love this giraffe one, always a great gift for a 1 year old.

9 – Little market: once your baby starts walking, I love setups like these that let them explore and play make believe (especially with older siblings!

10 – Radio Flyer: the twins love pushing each other in this wagon.

11 – Car track: this is one of the twins’ favorite toys.

12 – Pounder toy: a quality version of a classic toy.

13 – Schoolbus toy: I love this, because it’s 3 toys in one, a shape sorter, a bus, and a pull along toy.

14 – DJ toy: such a fun, cool idea.

15 – Wooden farm toy: love this train set.

16 – Fisher Price Camper toy: my kids love make believe and I love that this is a pusher toy and can grow with the kids.

17 – Blocks: the twins love these blocks and love the wood box they come in, its a pull along toy.

18 – Dinosaur sensory tool: this is a great way to encourage motor skills with the littles.

19 – Ride along bike: a fun way to ride around the home and the block with this bike.

20 – Coin box: a little starter piggy bank.

Gift Guide for 3 – 5 Year Olds

1 – Amazon fire: I love these for our kids, I always feel comfortable giving them the tablet – they love the games especially.

2 – Hair chalk: on Roma’s list this year.

3 – Glowing bath time cubes: a bath time must-have!

4 – Play cut fruits: my kids love cutting up the fruits and it’s great motor skill practice.

5 – Princess tea set: Roma plays with this almost every day.

6 – Eco-kids finger paints: a safer finger paint option with natural scents.

7 – Magnatiles: the best invention ever, a great building toy.

8 – Hot Wheels Track: Luca and Roma race cars on this all the time.

9 – Interlocking block set: we bring these everywhere, especially restaurants, the kids love them.

10 – Train set: you can’t go wrong with a train set.

11 – Zingo: my kids’ all-time favorite game.

12 – Vanity table: my daughter loves playing with my makeup and I’m excited to get her her own vanity table.

13 – Microphone: for the kids that love to sing and dance.

14 – Easel: my kids love to paint and draw and this easel is minimalist.

15 – Dollhouse: this is the dollhouse we have, it’s a great gift.

16 – Baby doll changing table: Luca and Roma love play changing their baby dolls and this gives them their own space to do it.

17 – Hape learning piano: for those musically inclined kids.

18 – V Tech Kid cam: Luca has this and loves is.

19 – Scooter: I have to include their scooter!

20 – Home pottery kit Sculpd: my kids would love this and a fun way to create art that is functional in the home.

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2022 Holiday Gift Guide for Anyone

1 – HATCH Restore Clock: this is on my personal wish list, there’s no better wellness tip than better sleep and relaxation.

2 – KODAK Projector: if I owned a home with a backyard, this would be so awesome to own all year long.

3 – Egg on a bagel maker: I always struggle with making bagel sandwiches at home, because it’s hard to get the eggs perfect.

4 – Desk chair wrap: for those who get chilly in their offices – what a great gift.

5 – Coravin: we have this, it’s the best gift for anyone that enjoys wine.

6 – Outdoor wine table: speaking of wine, what a great gift for someone with a backyard who loves wine.

7 – Wine organizer: a chic way to display your favorite wines.

8 – Milk frother: who doesn’t want to make lattes at home? I love this for tea too.

9 – Click & Grow Indoor garden: I’ve always been curious about these! It would be nice just for herbs during the winter.

10 – Nori steamer & iron: a chic way to get the wrinkles out of your clothing.

11 – Ultrasonic cleaner: I love this for anyone who wears a retainer or wears jewelry.

12 – Wellness patches: for the someone in your life who has workout soreness, what a fun gift to ease it.

13 – Acupressure mat: a little wellness, these are supposed to be so relaxing.

14 – Moleskine smart: this seems amazing, it’s basically a pen that you can write with on a Moleskine and it automatically uploads to your phone!

15 – Lomi composter: I’ve always wanted to try composting and this seems like a great gateway product into that world.

16 – CALPAK packing cubes: for anyone who travels and wants to be more organized when they do.

17 – KODAK mobile photo printer: still one of my favorite gifts to give, just for fun.

18 – Cricut joy: such a great gift that will get a lot of use.

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2022 Holiday Gift Guide for Him

1 – Theragun mini: for those of you who also don’t have a lot of space for gadgets, this mini version of the Theragun will get the job done.

2 – Quest VR goggles: we’ve had these for a couple of years, and they’re still one of our favorite things to whip out when guests come over – the kids are into them too.

3 – Levi’s shirt: I love a cord shirt on a guy.

4 – Adidas beanie: a classic cool beanie for your cool guy.

5 – Performance golf polo: for the golfer guys, a bit more stylish of a golf shirt!

6 – You rock hand candle: a fun office gift.

7 – Table tennis set: another fun addition to the office to put some joy into his day.

8 – Nike blazer low: every guy needs sneakers for his collection and these go with everything (Lu and Luca both have them!

9 – Trifold wallet: a little designer in his back pocket.

10 – Folding bench: for the soccer dad in your life.

11 – Travel steamer: if the man you’re buying for travels a lot, get this classy steamer.

12 – North Face puffer: a nice puffer to get him through the winter.

13 – Tee toss game: for his man cave or wherever, this game is fun and cute for the golf loving man.

14 – Bombas grippers: spoiler alert, my husband is getting these for Christmas.

15 – Tushy bidet: I’ve put this on a lot of gift lists, because it’s always the best received gift!

16 – Clip on speaker: these are great for the golf bag, backpack, or messenger bag.

17 – Foot massager: Lu has been suffering from some foot pain from running and I know he’d love this.

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2022 Holiday Gift Guide for Her

1 – Beaded collar: these collars are in and I love this one, it will go with everything and make any girl feel special.

2 – Lululemon high rise leggings: you can’t go wrong with these! They’re a little pricey, so I personally love receiving them as gifts – and they last forever so it’s definitely the gift that keeps on giving.

3 – Skinny Confidential Face Lift Kit: For anyone that wants a tighter face and some de-puffing after a salty night in or a sugary night out!

4 – REFY Brow Gel: sometimes this is all I wear on my face – as long as my brows are lifted, I feel great!

5 – SKIMS Cozy knit pullover: I love most of the SKIMS items, and this one looks so cozy and great for anyone working from home.

6 – Metallic clutch: metallics are in, and I’m always looking for something to brighten up my black date night outfits.

7 – Pink beanie: don’t just get her a boring beanie- hot pink is in!

8 – Tan Luxe moisturizer: winter is long, let her glow for those long months with this hydrating tanning cream (I love it!)

9 – Gucci sunnies: splurge on some sunnies, these look good on everyone.

10 – Beis waterbottle sling: I have this in cream and I use it daily. It’s the best for quick errands!

11 – Pillow talk lip kit: I have pretty thin lips (thanks, Dad!) and the only lip kit that has ever made me feel like my lips are fuller without looking like I’m actually lining my lips is this lip kit!

12 – Metallic slippers: obligatory slippers on the gift guide! I love these because they’re metallic and seem a bit more elevated.

13 – Everywhere Belt Bag: the winter version of the best-selling everywhere belt bag by Lululemon.

14 – Ear muffs: love these bright colored ear muffs – and a great way to preserve your hair on a night out.

15 – Fur gloves: your outfit isn’t the only thing that can make a statement, how about these gorgeous gloves?

16 – Stanley cup: love my Stanley!

17 – Olive & June mani system: I love all of Olive & June’s products, but I especially like their mani system – it has all you need for the best nailcare at home.

18 – Gucci stud earrings: a little Gucci can brighten your day, no matter how small. I love these simple earrings!

19 – Turkish spa bath robe: perfect for a spa day at home!

20 – Perfect white sneakers: I wear these every single day, I love them, they’re trendy enough to look cute but I feel like I’m walking on air.

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Spread some holiday cheer – and remember, it’s the thought that counts, so don’t stress and just gift with love.

The Inspiralized Holiday Gift Guide for 2021

Here are our separate gift guides (click on each to be taken to a separate page with the full list!)

Gifts For Her – 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

A little bit of cozy, a little bit of indulgence, there’s everything on this list for her – including a few personal items I’m asking Santa for!

Gifts For Him – 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

Men are tough. They’re more minimalist than women (well, some of them – haha!) and it can be tough to find a quality gift, but we’ve done it!

Gifts For Anybody – 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

Whether you’re picking a gift for a virtual white elephant or just want a fun gift for someone special, we have it all.

Gifts For Toddlers & little kids (2-4 years) – 2021 Holiday Gift Guide

There were so many gifts we wanted to include on this list, but we really focused on the most open-ended and quality gifts we could find, with the main inspiration coming from Ali and her kids!

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1 // Tabletop Easel – For the burgeoning artist on your family! This is so great for mealtimes, it makes for great conversation.

2 // Zingo – This is literally my kids’ favorite game – it says ages 4+, but Roma loves the game too!

3 // Art Easel – I love this easel, it’s such great quality and a toy that grows.

4 // Firehouse Play Set – For the kid in your life who is firetruck obsessed (aren’t they all?!)

5 // Hot Wheels Super Raceway – Probably Luca’s favorite toy – endless fun here and great for siblings to play together.

6 // Playmobil Barn – These Playmobils are my son’s favorite toys – he plays with them for hours. They have so many different versions, but I love this one the most.

7 // Ergobaby Doll Carrier – Roma and Luca always ask if they can wear the babies – now they can go on walks with me and bring along their favorite stuffed animals and dolls.

8 // Makeup Kit – Roma and Luca are both into makeup, thanks to their older cousin – this is a safe, non-toxic makeup kit they can share.

9 // Personalized Color Activity Book – I love that they can color in their names in this book – very sweet.

10 // Name Sign – Add a little funk to their rooms with a personalized name sign.

11 // Car crayons – Whether a stocking stuffer or paired with a drawing pad, this is the perfect gift for your car-loving kids.

12 // Lovevery Block Set – There’s so much to get from Lovevery, whether a subscription to their toy kits or this block set, I can’t recommend their products enough!

13 // Arts and Crafts Set – Save yourself a trip to Michael’s and get this kit instead!

14 // Color and Carry Set – Luca is very into drawing now, and he’d love this.

15 // Magnatiles – My kids play endlessly with these – it keeps them entertained especially during that busy time between end of day and bedtime.

16 // Grow Butterfly Kit  – My kids love those eggs you put in water that “hatch” and this year, I’m getting them this – they love checking on things in the morning, whether growing a plant or something real like a butterfly!

17 // Kids Play Kitchen  – This will go on all of my gift guides, always for this age – it’s a toy that grows with kids, it’s the best investment I made!

18 // LEGO Duplo set – This is a great intro to Legos for 2 year olds (or just 2), but grows with kids – my (4 year old) son uses them everyday!

19 // Hape dollhouse – This is the dollhouse we have and the kids love it!

20 // Strider bike – My kids love bikes and scooters – this is the one we have, it’s a great gift.

21 // Scooter – This is the scooter Luca and Roma have!

22 // Helmet – If you buy a bike or a scooter, you’ll need a helmet!

23 // Building blocks – Blocks are one of my favorite gifts to give, and I love these magnetic ones.

24 // Press Here Book – My kids love lift the flap books and any interactive kind of book – this one stands the test of time! It’s great for bedtime.

25 // Stamp set – This is on Luca’s Christmas list – he’s very into stamping right now. They also have a vehicles version.

26 // Baby doll – My daughter loves dolls and ballerinas, so this is definitely on her list this year. Baby dolls have so many great accessories, like bassinets, carriers, and more.

27 // Red wagon – My kids play endlessly with their red wagon – filling it with things, making “deliveries” and more.

28 // Personalized superhero cape  – Every kid would love their own superhero costume!

29 // Dyson vacuum – I don’t know why, but my kids fight over this Dyson vacuum, it’s one of their favorite toys that I got Luca for Christmas a couple years ago.

30 // Kids’ Chair – It’s such a great gift that lasts and it’s great for letter recognition – this is how Luca learned the letters of his name!

31 // Vanity Set – Luca and Roma love playing with my makeup and jewerly, so I’m hoping this kids version keeps them satisfied!

32 // Tea cart – I don’t know about yours, but my kids love to play make believe and “serve” us things, like tea!

33 // Disney tea set – How adorably precious – and portable!

34 // Magnetic Dot Art – I love travel-friendly toys (things you can bring when out to restaurants, on airplanes, car rides, etc.)

35 // Memory card game – I love card games, it gives us something to do together on rainy days!

36 // Clay Dinosaur Kit – My kids are obsessed with dinsoaurs – I love this brand, they make great quality items!

37 // KiwiCo crate – Give a gift subscription to KiwiCo! I love this and it’s on the kids’ list this year.

38 // Little Passports – Another subscription for the adventurous kids!

39 // Sunglasses – My kids can’t have enough sunglasses!

40 // Letter hat – Both of my kids have these and love them!

41 // Light up bath toys – My kids love these and it makes bath time so fun!

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1 // Cozy Skims hoodie – Literally any of the loungewear from Skims is amazing, but I love the cozy line!

2 // Mini hoop earrings – Chic, elegant earrings that will make you feel special.

3 // Snake chain letter bracelet – Snake chains are gorgeous – love this personalized version.

4 // The Nap Dress – There has been so much hype over these nap dresses! They do look cozy!

5 // Swivel bath tray – This is going on Her list because it’s such a mama’s gift (and I find women take more baths!)

6 // Shower steamers – Putting this on the list for women, because I personally like to take nighttime showers when my kids are asleep, so I can truly enjoy them!

7 // Zoe Lev jewelry – I love all of Zoe Lev’s jewelry – this is where my letter necklace is from (with the kids’ initials on them!)

8 // Bombas Slipper sock – Every year these sell out so quickly – they’re the perfect at-home slipper/sock !!

9 // Everyday Crossbody – I love this bag, I have it and it’s my go-to bag whenever I leave the house.

10 // House slippers – Every holiday gift guide has to come with house slippers!

11 // Chic booties – How chic are these? A great splurge bootie!

12 // Leather tech gloves – Love the fluffy shearling! So chic and practical.

13 // Apple Watch – I love the elegant band on this Apple watch.

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1 // The Cord Shacket – This looks so great on Lu, it’s a great gift for any man.

2 // Mens Gripper Slipper – Can’t go wrong with these! They’re on both my For Her and For Him list.

3 // ESPN Trivia Night – For your sports obsessed friend, husband, or Dad!

4 // Men’s slipper – You can’t go wrong with UGG slippers!

5 // New Balance Sneakers – Apparently this brand is back!

6 // Joggers – To sweat or hang in, these have a slimmer, tapered fit for the more fashionable guys in your life!

7 // Theragun Mini – This can go both ways for men and women, but men tend to crush weights a bit more heavily than women, so for the exercising man in your life, Theragun makes a mini that’s a bit more affordable!

8 // Bose Audio Sunglasses – How cool? For going on walks, golfing, whatever – these sunglasses are for the music lover!

9 // Goodlife T-Shirt – It may seem to buy a t-shirt for a loved one, but this is Lu’s favorite t-shirt, he swears by it and says it’s the comfiest ever. He owns it long sleeve, too!

10 // Solo Stove Firepit – For a cozy night with your partner or friends, this is a great gift.

11 // Manscaped Razor – For you know, your man who manscapes.

12 // Sherpa denim jacket – Classic and cool for your dude.

13 // Saxx Boxer Briefs – Lu’s favorite undies – undies are a great stocking stuffer!

14 // Dave Grohl’s Book – Women read books too, but men always dream more of being rockstars, ha! I bought this for Lu!

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1 // Electric Wall Diffuser – Get your favorite candle scents without having to light a flame or remember to blow them out! This gorgeous wall diffuser will make any person’s home happier.

2 // Always Pan – This is the time to get this for yourself – or as a gift! It’s on their biggest sale of the year ($99!) I love this pan and still use it regularly.

3 // The Sill Digital Gift Card – For the plant lover – or plant mama wannabes – what a sweet idea!

4 // Facial Steamer – Give the gift of a facial at home with this facial steamer.

5 // Scrabble Board  – COVID times reinvigorated board games and at-home date nights. Love this gorgeous board – and Scrabble is such an underrated game!

6 // Gratitude journal  – Cheers to being more grateful in 2022! I love the simplicity in this one.

7 // Astrological sign book  – Everyone loves reading more about their sign!

8 // Bombas Slipper sock  – Every year these sell out so quickly – they’re the perfect at-home slipper/sock !!

9 // Casamigos Cocktail Trio  – I’ve personally had these and they’re delicious – I add a little splash and they’re just sweet enough cocktails. If you have a tequila lover, they’ll love these!

10 // Wine Cellar – 8 bottles – For the wine enthusiast who doesn’t have the space for a proper wine cellar, but wants to be a little fancy.

11 // Ember Mug – Now that people are going back to the office, it’s back to heating up coffee!

12 // Wine Chips Cheese Trio – I love these to go along with a bottle of wine as a gift – or with the Coravin! I NEED to try the Manchego.

13 // Coravin Wine Preservation System – My sister swears by this! I think this is the year I snag one. Basically, you can have a glass of wine out of a bottle and seal it so it doesn’t go bad. Brilliant!

14 // Oculus Quest 2 VR Set – Lu has this and loves it – it’s great to bring to people’s houses and play. It’s one of the favorite things I’ve bought him!

15 // Foot massager – Pampering at home! What’s better than this? I wish I had this when I was pregnant – my feet always ached by the end of the day.

16 // Tile – Something you’d love to receive as a gift, but would never buy yourself. Kind of like socks, ha!

17 // Ukulele – Lu always says he wants to learn the ukulele to bust out when people are over.

18 // Fitness Dice – What a great idea for anyone that wants to get active in your life!

19 // Grill lights – Brilliant!! Whenever I go to grill in the winter, when it’s dark out early, I hate how dark it is!

20 // Pocket printer – Love, love, love this! To savor moments a little longer.

21 // Masterclass All-Access Pass – There are so many classes on here for everyone and what a great way to spend your time!

22 // Large air fryer – This is the large air fryer, but I love the Philips air fryers – any size!

23 // Santal home scent – If you want your house to smell amazing, get this! This is what our home smells like, and it’s a great holiday gift because it’s a bit pricey.

24 // DIY Focaccia Garden Art Kit – I’m very into the focaccia art trend.

25 // Smeg Juicer – For the cocktail enthusiast who appreciates a good aesthetic.

26 // Everywhere Belt Bag – Perfect for that on-the-go friend or mama! I love these for running out the door.

27 // Runner Belt – For the runner in your life!

28 // Nightstand/office charger – This catchall is great for your bedtime nightstand or your office.

29 // Tushy Bidet – Literally my go-to house warming gift for people!

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2021 Father’s Day Gift Guide

These recommendations are based off of what I think my husband and father would personally like and what they already have that they love. There are so many adorable customizable gifts, golf gifts, cooking gifts, etc, but these are just some of the ones specifically that I’d love to buy (and have bought) for the dads in my life!

1 // Tie Dye Polo Button Down: for the stylish dad, I love the colors and the fit isn’t too blousy (Lu tried this on in the store!)

2 // Sonos Roam Portable Speaker: we love Sonos music quality, and this Roam speaker is perfect for summertime outdoor hangs and picnics in the park.

3 // Apple Airtags: for the husband in your life that is always asking you where his keys are, get these!

4 // Gucci Sunglasses: these are classic and Lu loves them! I got them for him for Christmas last year and they have such a sharp look.

5 // Comfy lounge shorts: upgrade his lounge look!

6 // Coravin Wine Preserver: for those Dads that love wine and just want a glass but don’t want to “ruin” a bottle, this is the best gift.

7 // Camo Mug: my husband considers his coffee to-go mugs part of his “look,” so this one is quite cool.

8 // Pizza Oven : everyone and their mother is talking about this pizza oven, so if your husband/father cooks (my father and my husband don’t cook – well, my dad grills at least!), get this! It’s also portable, so cool.

9 // YETI Cooler : It’s beach and picnic season – anything outdoors calls for a quality YETI, and I love this one because it can fit wine, beer, and all the kids snacks.

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