The holidays are approaching, and picking out the perfect gift can be difficult. Here are a few ideas to help with your gift-giving journey!
Not having a set gift in mind and trying to come up with ideas can be challenging, especially when you’re unsure what to get someone. Using a simple guide can make finding the perfect gift easier for years to come. When thinking about popular gift baskets filled with tasty treats and comforting presents, it’s easiest to base them on the five senses. It might sound silly at first, but it’s actually quite helpful. There’s no need to buy one gift from each category—just get whatever you know the person receiving the gift will enjoy. As you’re reading this, you’re already using one of the five senses: sight.
Sight
When thinking of gifts to fulfill the first sense, you’ll want to consider things that are appealing to the eyes—something that grabs attention. Here are a few ideas for eye-catching gifts:
- Handwritten cards
- Gift cards
- Photos
- Money
- Planned date (e.g., sunset, picnics, beach days, movies)
- Concert tickets
Smell
Have you ever smelled a scent that brought back past memories or triggered certain emotions? That’s because smell can evoke specific feelings or memories that stay with you forever. Knowing this, let your gift be something memorable. Here are some suggestions:
- Candles
- Perfume/Cologne
- Flowers
- Lotion
- Diffuser
- Hand soaps
Taste
We all have that friend who always says they have “no money for food.” So, this holiday season, make sure to get them a few of their favorite snacks to satisfy their cravings. Here are some ideas:
- Gift cards
- Snacks
- Drinks
- Candy
- Chips
Touch
There’s no better feeling than getting cozy when you’re fresh out of the shower, cold, or tired after a long day. Help your friends unwind and relax with some of these gifts:
- Heated blanket
- Stuffed animals (e.g. Jellycats, Build-a-bears, Squishmallows)
- Pajama sets
- Slippers
- Matching hat and gloves
- Hoodies
- Water bottles
- Makeup
- Shoes
Hearing
Everyone loves listening to their favorite tunes. Make sure your friends and family can enjoy their favorite songs 24/7. Here are some suggestions:
- Airpods
- Spotify gift card
- Beats
- Airpod pro max
- JBL speaker
- Alexa
- Vinyls
- Playlist of songs that remind you of them
We hope this article helped you create the perfect gift basket filled with treats or at least gave you some ideas for a great gift to give your friend. We’re sure you’re excited to give it, and we hope it’s appreciated and loved by the person you give it to. No matter which sense you focus on, a thoughtful gift always makes the best impression.
