Gift giving can be tough. Especially when you’re not trying to spend a fourtune. Ever worried about going overboard? Or maybe not enough? Here I’ve compiled some great minimalistic gift items (under $50!!!) that are great for everyone this holiday season, and as the saying goes, It’s not the gift, but the thought that counts.
For The Reader
Want a book for Christmas that screams “I’m hipper than you”? This perfect, abstract read from Anthropologie is certain to make you look cooler than you actually appear.
“I Wrote this For You”, Anthropologie, $18.95
All jokes aside, the holidays are a perfect time to sit back and enjoy the pleasure of great reading material, excluding the delightful, overpriced textbooks! If you, or someone you know, is fascinated with lifestlye magazines celebrating the modern woman of style and purpose, you would love The Gentlewoman magazine that is the epitome of female empowerment!
The Gentlewoman Magazine, Various, Subscription based: $17.99-$41.99
For The Achiever
Always on the go, go, go? This portable charger is great for making sure you never have to deal with deadlines and spotify binges with the impending battery losage of your iphone. This light, affordable charger in a sleek marble look ensures you’re always on the top of your game!
Slim Marble Potable Phone Charger, Urban Outfitters, $24
We get it, life is crazy! With so many obligations such as academics, social activities, and work prospects – life can be a bit messy. That’s why it is great to keep an agenda in order to make your life appear to be more organized.
17 Month Large Agenda Marble, Blonde, Ban.do, $32
S’well bottles were the ultimate staple last year and have continued to become a popular gift for everyone! Their crisp, cool style makes it popular for both women and men and an inexpensive, yet useful, present this holiday season.
Blanc Crocodile 17 ounce, Swellbottle.com, $35
For The Stylist
I dare say winter clothes and accesories are ten times more fun than spring / summer looks combined! With the endless layering, range of classic colors and fun, flirty holiday parties, the fashionista inside us all will shout for joy this season without having to break bank!
These whimsical earrings, that just sit at a little over $50, are great for anytime of occasion – even if it means wearing them for your own pleasure.
Plumology Drops by Serefina, Anthropologie, $54
We could all do with a fashionable and affordable flat this winter when the days upon days of Hunters and duck boots have seemed endless.
Metallic-Heel Patent Ballet flats,J.Crew Factory, currently on sale for $29.99
This minimalistic scarf is perfect for bundling yourself up in the cool, crisp air! The neutral tones also label it as an everyday-type wear without clashing your other winter wardrobe!
Soft Wide Striped Scarf, Zara, $29.90
For The Dreamer
When I think of winter I think of fuzzy socks, the 1994 Little Women film playing on my laptop, and a cup of hot coco in my hands. This simplistic mug is perfect to complete your own winter fantasies!
Mimira Mug, Anthropologie, $14
Granted, my perfect winter dream wouldn’t be complete without string lights. I’m 99% sure every girl’s dorm room in America contains some sort of string / fairy lights (guilty!), so this would be a fun, thoughful gift for any one of your friends!
Copper Star String Lights, Urban Outfitters, $28
For The Writer
Spur-of-the-moment inspiration hits you this break and you wish you would have some way to record all of your vital thoughts? I bet you wish you had this adorable notebook, right? May Designs is a great company because not only do they create hundreds of remarkable designs, but you as well have the option of personalized monogrmas to really make this journal your own.
Journal (Various designs), Maydesigns.com, ranges from $12-$20
May Designs notecards are also a perfect holiday gift for the endless amounts of thank you notes you’ll be writing this year!
Stationary in Grounded, maydesigns.com, $20
For The Traveler
Holiday traveling has never be known as stress free. With the crowded airports, and ongoing terminal mishaps this luggage tag is perfect to ensure you never have to report luggage-losing horror stories! It’s also a great memento all-year round!
Near & Far Travel accesories, Anthropologie, $24
Isn’t it always a pain trying to haul every single luxary item to and from without your baggage suffering from a clutter confusion? This straightener, will not only ensure glamorous hair days whilst traveling, but as well as a mini and light tool to leave room for other irresistible beauty products!
Eva NYC Mini Healthy Heat Ceramic Styling Iron, anthropologie.com, $30
For The Everything Inbetween-er
Here are just a few of my favorite inexpensive, minimalist gifts for everyone!
This terranium is perfect for, well, plants, obviously. But it is also a great little knick-knack for jewelry or miscellaneous storage.
Mini Geo Terranium, Urban Outfitters, $18
These massive clips are a perfect, minimal options to hang your favorite posters or artprints without the hassel of command strips.
Copper Bulldog Set clips, Urban Outfitters, $16
Are you excited for the new year as much as I am? Level out your excitment with this enchanting wall calender from Rifle Paper Co that has me drooling of the flawless astronomical designs.
2017 Constellations Calender,Riflepaperco.com, $28
I’d never say no to an art print, especially this adorable hanging print with inspirational note-to-selves.
AngleStar Forever More Love Art Print, urbanoutfitters.com, $19
Lastly, a therapeutic candle is just the perfect gift to get us ready for the Christmas spirit!
Boulangerie Jar candle, Anthropologie, $18