103 Gift Ideas for Adults of All Kinds 🎁
Unique, thoughtful, mostly-Amazon gift ideas!
This is a big one. I hope you’re ready! And if you scroll to the bottom of the first list, you might find a special surprise exclusively for Substack subscribers! I had the most fun, with my friend Lindsey, scouring the internet for the best of the best, the most unique, and the greatest finds. Enjoy! We’re kicking off w/ Simplified first!
Bestselling Simplified Items (in order!)
2024 Simplified Planner: My favorite and such a good gift.
2024 Dapperdesk Planner: The fact that we still have some in stock is a miracle.
Ivory Antelope Tech Case: Neutral, classic, and unique.
Sage Simplified Journal: These will sell out soon.
Wellness Workbook: These flew off the shelves last holiday season.
Midnight Chinoiserie Puzzle: So much fun!
Happy Stripe Pen Cup: A bestseller and a great gift idea.
Navy Hydrangeas Scissors: So unique. I own 4 pair.
2024 Printable Wall Calendar: Print at home!
2024 Wall Calendar: Great teacher or friend gift.
Mistletoe Bows Gift Wrap: Don’t forget the wrap!
Our holiday sale is going on right now (30% off everything) BUT just for my Substack subscribers, I’ve got a special code for you. Code GIFTFROMEM will save you 40% off everything in our shop until Nov. 17. 🤫
Moms & Mothers-in-law
Hatch Restore Alarm Clock / Sound Machine: I love these! The new look is cute.
Scrabble for Anthropologie: I want all these games. So chic.
Monopoly for Anthropologie: Add to cart.
Connect Four for Anthropologie: I actually just ordered this for our fam.
Clue for Anthropologie: Our favorite game! And so cute.
Custom Watercolor Pet Portrait: Bought this for my parents last year.
Beaded Football Earrings: A splurge, but cost-per-wear is low.
LeCreuset Bread Oven: How fun is this!
Veja Sneakers: Everyone loves these. I see them everywhere.
Riley Sheehey x ChappyWrap Blanket: I heart Riley.
Spanxx AirEssentials Cocoon Cardigan: Loveee this. Own and wear often.
Hanging Expandable Packing Cube: Great gift idea for the organizer.
OnCloud Sneakers: So comfy.
Dads & Fathers-in-law
Vintage Style NFL Sweatshirt: May have ordered 4 for different people.
Archive 22 Illustrated Prints (Golf): Bryan has and loves!
Leatherman Tool: My dad’s favorite (and most used) item.
Rayban Sunglasses: For the stylish guy.
Heated Neck Wrap: For the bougie traveler. 🙋🏻♀️
Adidas Sneakers: Super cute.
Grilling Prep & Serve Trays: I’ve gifted these a ton. Love them.
Ooni Pizza Oven: On Bryan’s wishlist.
Golf Putting Pool: For big and small boys.
Rap Music Makes Me Feel Invincible Tee: Bryan’s most worn tee.
Peter Millar Quarter Zip: Bryan’s fave brand.
Men’s Ugg Slippers: Bryan has these and loves them.
Julia Gash Collegiate Collection (art prints here, then search for her campus blankets).
These Are the Good Old Days Pennant: Just love for a FIL or dad.
50 Best Bourbons, Scratch Off Print: Bryan has a loves!
Custom Smathers & Branson Life Belt: Pricy but a STELLAR gift.
Tommy John Pajama Set: Bryan’s faves. EMILYLEY25 should save you 25% for a few days.
Girlfriends
Pickleball Set: I really want to learn to play.
Personalized Yarn Bowl: For all those knitters you love.
Rainbow Multitool: Absolutely bought for myself while making this list.
Cinzia Flutes, set of 4: I die for good glassware.
Venini Glass Vase: On my list.
Personalized Wine: A cute hostess gift too.
Clarins Cryo Mask: Love this mask. It actually, really works.
Marble Hair Clip Set: Bought for C.
Mini Retro Kettle: I have the light blue one and love it.
Hair Dryer Brush / AirWrap dupe: Lindsey swears by this dupe.
1989 Sweatshirt: or make your own with Amazon patches and a soft sweatshirt. Shoot, the one in the graphic above sold out while we were making this list. Here’s another cute one!
LAKE DreamKnit Nightgown: I might buy a backup I wear this so much.
Vintage Bookshelf Edition Games: What a cute idea!
Monogrammed Blanket: So unique and thoughtful.
The Brigitte Satchel: I love this woven look lately.
‘47 NY Baseball Cap: This brand fits really well.
Whitney Frame: I need all three.
MasonGrey Kimono Robe: Friends say this is a fantastic brand.
Jolie Shower head: filtered for the best personal care and beauty
Grow Anywhere Meyer Lemon Tree: Friends gifted us a baby tree when my MIL passed away and I found it so thoughtful.
Guys
Courant Linen Charging Tray: I have this inside my bedside table and love it.
Golf Corn Hole Set: We love corn hole!
Aerolite Stanley (20oz): Great for a guy. Love that it fits easily in a cupholder.
Voyager Turntable Record Player: Brady wants this. Really cool.
Adidas Crew Sock Set: Of course.
Cordless Power Screwdriver: Our most used house tool.
Cooler Backpack: What a fun and unique gift idea.
Fair Harbor Swim Trunks: Brady and Bryan LOVE this brand.
Ivory Bee Steak Knives: We own and love. Amazing quality.
Sphere Ice Molds: For those fancy old fashioneds.
I Like Big Putts Needlepoint Bottle Opener: Of course.
Golf Courses: Fairways of the World Book: Eyeing for my guy.
Teachers
Susan Gordon Wavy Bowls: Such a beautiful, unique gift. I own 5, I think.
Scalloped Marble Wine Chiller, Personalized: Personalized and pretty.
Personalized Picnic Tote: Love this for a teacher!
Desk Jotter: I keep this on my desk at all times for thank you notes.
Teacher Key Pouch: Teachers always carry keys!
Lafco Marine Candle: My favorite candle ever.
Personalized Loop Keychain: So cute.
Personalized Stationery: My go-to teacher gift (well, this and the earrings below).
Pearl Stud Earrings: Absolutely love these as a teacher gift. So thoughtful.
In My Teacher Era Shirt, Personalized: I can still make the whole place shimmer.
All the Things Tote: This bag is giant. And so cute!!
Tassle Zipper Pouches, Personalized: Love these as a sweet gift.
Service Providers
I love to give a little something to my hair stylist, mail person, etc. Here are a few smaller, thoughtful ideas.
A bottle of their favorite bubbly or sparkling something.
A gift card to a local restaurant
These Gift Guides have been so fun to put together! Don’t forget to leave a comment here with your favorite gift recommendations to be entered to win a $25 gift card to Simplified. Also, GIFTFROMEM saves you 40% til Nov 17. Shhh, that’s exclusive to Substack subscribers! xoxo
Em
Love these gift guides! Over the past years, it’s been a tradition to give my sister a Simplified Planner for Christmas. 🎁🎄
Such a great idea for gifts for the service providers!