Holidays & Occasions Gifts Gracious Gifts for the Holiday Hostess By Southern Living Editors Southern Living Editors Since 1966, the editors of Southern Living have been carrying out the mission of the brand: to bring enjoyment, fulfillment, and inspiration to our readers by celebrating life in the South. We inspire creativity in their homes, their kitchens, their gardens, and their personal style. We are a friend they can trust, a guide to the seasons, a helping hand during the holidays, and a relentless champion of the Southern way of life. Southern Living's editorial guidelines Published on October 22, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Anthropolgie The holiday season will be here before we know it, which means it's time to start shopping for the perfect gift for your holiday hostess. You can't show up empty-handed to the people that have put in all the work of making the Thanksgiving meal or hosting a Christmas dinner party. A token of gratitude is the perfect way to show your host you appreciate everything they did to make the holiday so special. Finding the right hostess gift can be a challenging task, but we're here to help with this list of our best holiday hostess gift ideas. You want your holiday hostess gift to be something that can be enjoyed, not just another knick-knack to be tossed aside or buried in a closet. Plus, having gifts on hand before the season begins will alleviate the stress of having to swing by the store for a hostess gift when you're already running late. Ordering early will also allow you to order personalized gifts without worrying if they'll arrive on time. Order these gifts now and you'll thank us later. These holiday hostess gift ideas will take your party-going all the way from Thanksgiving to Christmas to New Year's. Tea Forte Herbal Retreat Gift Set Amazon BUY IT: $21.98; amazon.comA host deserves to relax after her duties are complete and this herbal tea set will help her do just that. The gift box includes five caffeine-free blends. Buy Now Sur La Table Apple Moscow Mule Cocktail Mix Sur La Table BUY IT: $18.95; surlatable.com Moscow Mules with a seasonal twist are made easy with this cocktail mix from Sur La Table. Vino Marker Metallic Wine Glass Pens Amazon BUY IT: $9.99; amazon.com These glass markers can be used on wine bottles, wine glasses, mason jars, and the list goes on. Buy Now Stovetop Simmer Fragrance Kit Anthropolgie BUY IT: $22; anthropologie.com Adding water to the included ingredients will fill their home with a welcoming aroma of citrus and spices. It can be re-simmered for up to one week. Buy Now Thymes Frasier Fir Candle Amazon BUY IT: $30; amazon.com Thymes perfected the scent of a fresh Christmas tree with their Frasier Fir candle. Buy Now Williams Sonoma House Extra-Virgin Olive Oil & Balsamic Gift Set Williams Sonoma BUY IT: $39.95; williams-sonoma.com Williams Sonoma's house balsamic and house olive oil will be a dynamic duo in her kitchen. Buy Now Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Kitchen Essentials Set Amazon BUY IT: $17; amazon.com Post-party cleanup will be made enjoyable with Mrs. Meyer's kitchen essentials set that includes dish soap, multi-surface cleaner, and hand soap in their signature scents. Buy Now Holiday Tree Ceramic Catchall Mark & Graham BUY IT: $29; markandgraham.com Pair this festive tray with holiday candies and add a monogram for a personal touch Buy Now Mud Pie Thanksgiving Serving Utensil Amazon BUY IT: $22.94; amazon.com Your Thanksgiving hostess can put this gift to use right away. Buy Now A Toast for the Host Wine Bottle Bags Amazon BUY IT: $12.99; amazon.com These wine bottle bags come in a set of two and are great to keep on hand year-round. Add their favorite bottle of wine for an effortless yet personal gift. Buy Now Preston Elevated Serve Board Courtesy of West Elm BUY IT: from $39; westelm.com A good cheeseboard is essential at the holidays. This simple design will look good in any appetizer spread. Buy Now Thanksgiving Wine Charms Courtesy of Amazon BUY IT: $12.89; amazon.com Your host will thank you for this organizational wonder. Each guest will be able to keep track of their glass, which cuts down on clean up too. Buy Now Lenox Holiday Cocktail Shaker in Gold Amazon BUY IT: $34.68; amazon.com Shake it up with a fun, fabulous cocktail shaker that will get every holiday party started. Buy Now Decorated Milk Chocolate Spoons Courtesy of Walmart BUY IT: $19.99; walmart.com Stir cups of cocoa with these chocolate spoons. Double the chocolate certainly means double the fun! Buy Now Ceramic Christmas Tree Night Light Amazon BUY IT: $16.72; amazon.com Inspired by classic ceramic Christmas trees, this night light will add a festive glow to any room in her home. Buy Now Trudy Apron Courtesy of Anthropologie BUY IT: $30; anthropologie.com No matter if your host is a messy cook or not, this fall apron will be extra helpful in keeping their holiday attire nice and clean. Buy Now Teakwood Ice Bucket and Tongs Courtesy of S'well BUY IT: $50; swell.com This ice bucket has a sleek, sophisticated look and keeps 2 liters of cubes cold at a time. Buy Now Walnut Cheese Knives Courtesy of Crate & Barrel BUY IT: $16.95; crateandbarrel.com Cheeseboards shine bright in any appetizer spread. Your host will love placing these knives out for guests to serve themselves. Buy Now Hand Relief™ Moisturizing Creme Aveda BUY IT: $26, aveda.com After a full day and night of dishwashing and food prep, the host's hands could use a little moisturizing. This hand lotion from Aveda is one of the best varieties on the market. Buy Now French Kitchen Marble Salt Cellar Courtesy of Crate & Barrel BUY IT: $18.95; crateandbarrel.com Salt is an essential ingredient for any chef. This gorgeous marble canister lets your host keep salt at the ready for all their cooking endeavors. Buy Now Felt Letter Board Courtesy of Crate & Barrel BUY IT: $32; crateandbarrel.com Gift this letter board to help your hostess welcome guests into their home with a friendly message. Buy Now Alphabet Marble Bottle Stopper Courtesy of Pottery Barn BUY IT: $4.99; potterybarn.com This monogrammed wine stopper is a great companion for the bottle of wine you bring along to dinner. Buy Now Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit