Gift Guide: Thoughtful Hostess Gift Ideas

I’m sure by now we all know not to show up empty handed to a dinner party. But the question is what to bring that is cooler than a bottle of wine? That’s where our first gift guide of the 2018 holiday season comes in! Today’s gift guide is all about taking the guess work out of finding the ultimate host gift. I rounded up some amazing hostess gift ideas in a variety of price points and styles to make your shopping easier.

Thoughtful Hostess Gift Ideas

  1. brass inlay marble cutting board
  2. gold herb planters (include a few packs of seeds with this gift idea!)
  3. stripe dporcelain sugar bowl set
  4. 10 x 10″ letter board
  5. olive oil can
  6. bamboo compost bin
  7. upcycled metal bell chimes
  8. set of 3 gold candlesticks
  9. Now & Again by Julia Turshen
  10. monogrammed French linen napkins
  11. leather valet tray
  12. gold tea tin
  13. cocktail mix trio
  14. brunch themed cocktail napkins
  15. chunky wool throw
  16. black marble hexagon trivet

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As easy and convenient as it is, I find it best to go above and beyond the standard hostess gifts (aka a bottle of wine that was picked up on the way). Just think of it this way: the host has worked so hard to create a welcome environment, prepare a delicious meal, and entertain…. so a thoughtful, unexpected host gift is a nice way to say ‘thank you’ for all of that effort! Plus, chances likely that your host will end up actually using the thoughtful gift in the future and thinking of you with fondness. Isn’t it just the best feeling to give a wonderful gift?

Here are a few more thoughtful gift ideas for the host & hostess this holiday season (top to bottom, left to right):

I’m posting daily gift guides this year, so be sure to check back for even more!

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