By: Hadley Roy
Finding the perfect holiday gift can be a challenge, but with a little help from Career Mastered Magazine, you can find fantastic ideas to suit every budget and everyone on your list.
For the Frequent Traveler. Loop Earplugs provide high fidelity noise reduction technology in a stylish package. A Wired reviewer said that the earplugs’ acoustic channel “forms a ring that…looks like some kind of ear jewelry.” They’re perfect for noisy restaurants, airplanes, concerts, and anywhere else where volumes are loud but sound clarity is a priority. Loop Experience earplugs come in four (4) colors and are available directly from loopearplugs.com for $24.95.
For the Wellness Guru. Silk and Sonder Wellness Journals use positive bullet journaling, guided prompts, and wellness trackers to provide the ultimate positive psychology journaling experience. They come in an array of pretty prints and colors with a variety of subscription lengths available. Pricing starts at $19.95 per month direct from silkandsonder.com.
For the Friend Who’s Always Moving. If you’re always on the move, a custom house illustration to hang on the wall or decorate the nightstand can make every new place feel like home! The custom watercolor designs come in a convenient 5×7 inch size. Find them available from Etsy.com seller millynotesandthings for $35.00.
For the Constantly Connected. The Anker 1000 Portable Power Bank Charger is perfect for anyone who wants to stay connected. The compact battery pack provides charging for smartphones and more with enough power to recharge an iPhone more than three times. Power up in four (4) colors from us.anker.com for $24.99.
For the Gourmet. With dinner parties back on the horizon, at-home gourmets will love Staub Mini Cocotte. This set of three (3), individual-sized, enameled cast iron baking dishes is as pretty as it is practical. Use for individual pot pies, stuffing, or any number of other delightful dishes. Your choice of two (2) colors is available at Sur La Table for $59.95.
For the Social Butterfly. Board games and card games are more popular than ever. For a fun and zany option, try the Exploding Kittens: Party Pack Edition. Exploding Kittens describes itself as the game for “people who are into kittens and explosions and laser beams and sometimes goats.” The party pack is designed for up to 10 players and is available for $24.99 direct from explodingkittens.com.
For the Eco-Conscious Fashion Lover. No one likes static cling and in the winter it can feel like a constant companion. While dryer sheets and fabric softeners can be effective, many consumers prefer more environmentally conscious options. Hedgehog dryer balls provide the perfect solution! The spiky design is extra effective at preventing static and is extra adorable! It is available in a set of two (2) from Worldmarket.com for $5.99.
For the Hostess With-The-Mostess. Outdoor entertaining is all the rage! This new book from Country Living is here to make every outdoor party an event to write home about. The Field Guide: Eating Outdoors includes tips on decorating, dishes, recipes, and themes for entertaining al fresco. Find this at shop.countryliving.com for $24.95.
For The Outdoors Woman. In 2020 and 2021 camping became everyone’s favorite socially distanced vacation. Take camping to the next level with the Rumpl Original Puffy Blanket – National Park edition. The blanket features recycled insulation to keep cozy and a beautiful National Park inspired design. Rei. com has it available for $129.00.
For Anyone. Everybody loves a good candle! And the Grove Collaborative Soy Candle: Juniper, Eucalyptus, and Sweet Orange is perfect for anyone on your Christmas list. The all-natural, wintery scent pairs with a pretty glass jar and teal-blue packaging to make a fantastic holiday gift. This scented wonder is available for $16.95 from grove.co.
Disclaimer: prices may vary and are not guaranteed.
Hadley Roy is a user experience and analytics specialist currently working at Campbell Ewald. She’s also an avid copywriter, who began her writing career while she was in high school.