Holiday Gift Guide - Gift Ideas by Category on Maison de Cinq

Looking for fun and creative gift ideas for the holidays? In this post we’re sharing gift ideas for everyone on your list, from the perfect hostess gift, to gifts for the Francophile, homebody, travel lover, and more!

We’re back! Last week we shared our annual Holiday Gift Guide for Men & Women with gifts at all price points, plus lots of useful and creative stocking stuffer ideas!

And now we’re back with another one – and this one is a lot of fun! I’m mixing it up a little this year and including a few new guides for Pet Lovers and Travelers, as well as gift ideas for the Hostess and Homebody categories.

And of course, my personal favorite is the Francophile gift guide! This now annual ‘all things French guide’ is perfect for that friend who loves everything French (or maybe, just maybe, you!) I know I’m eyeing a few things on that list myself! 😉

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Love this cute Paris baseball cap that comes in 4 color options.
This solid brass ‘La Cuisine’ sign would look so good in a French-inspired kitchen.
Say hello in French when you serve your guests on these adorable ‘Bonjour’ plates.
Vintage yet modern, and oh-so-French, these French Wine Glasses are a staple on my table.
The France map kitchen towel makes a great gift for the cook or baker.
This Laguiole cheese knives set is a classic gift from a classic French brand.
Enchanting Paris: The Hedonist’s Guide is a beautiful travelogue and coffee table book.
Wear your French-loving sentiment with this ‘Je T’Adore’ sweatshirt.
French hair pins are having a moment, and this gold option is chic as can be.
Every French-loving girl needs an Eiffel tower ornament! 😉
Love this charming Bonjour/Au Revoir Doormat!
How cute is this handmade Eiffel tower trinket dish?
This L’Amour Toujours coffee/tea cup is on my wish list this year – love!

These ‘Bee’ salad plates are both elegant and earthy, and so pretty!
These vintage-inspired cheese knives are gorgeous!
This ‘Winter’ candle is the perfect blend of spruce, mint, and vanilla.
This striking gold textured tray makes a gorgeous gift anyone would love!
The beading makes this handmade vase go from simple to stunning (and it’s on sale!)
Practical meets pretty with this chalkboard cheese markers set.
The glass honey pot w/dipper is one of my favorite gifts to give!
Eat, Drink, Nap is the quintessential cooking, style, and design book.
Combine these cheeky wine quotes cocktail napkins with food or wine for the perfect gift.
A marble wine cooler is a classic gift, and the fluting makes this one extra special.
This Lumiere backgammon game set is a beautiful upgrade on the classic game.
It doesn’t get prettier than these etched floral stemless wine glasses.
Love this wood sectioned serving board with partitions for cheese or charcuterie!

1. Stay hydrated in-flight with this popular stainless steel insulated water bottle.
2. Any traveler would appreciate this highly-rated travel neck pillow.
3. The Quince expandable carry-on has all the features of my fave Away luggage for much less!
4. Say Bon Voyage with this delightful luggage tag featuring cities around the world.
5. This cute passport ornament is the perfect small gift for the travel lover.
6. A hanging travel toiletry bag that’s practical and inexpensive = a winning gift.
7. This oversized cashmere wrap acts as a sweater or blanket on long flights. Love mine!
8. I’m a recent convert to these packing cubes and I’ll tell you, I’ll never go back!
9. We purchased this portable digital luggage scale last year and it’s been so useful! A favorite.
10. The Airfly bluetooth transmitter lets you listen to in-flight entertainment on your own wireless headphones.
11. This light-weight but roomy tote is similar to the expensive MZ Wallace for much less!
12. This leather travel case set is an investment that should last years. A special gift.

Barefoot Dreams throws are irresistibly soft and cozy – once you own them, you’re hooked!
This insulated tea mug with infuser and lid keeps your tea warm and holds 20 oz.
This cardigan and pants lounge set is perfect for cozy days or nights at home.
My Kindle Paperwhite is one of my favorite all-time purchases and it’s waterproof, too.
The Whirly Pop Popcorn Popper is perfect for movie nights at home (we love ours!)
This chic but cozy robe will keep her warm on even the coldest mornings.
Cozy cashmere socks are the ultimate inexpensive indulgence!
This wooden Sodoku game set looks good sitting on the coffee table.
A silk pillowcase feels luxurious and also prevents wrinkles and hair tangles.
Bath bombs in lavender, fruit, and vanilla scents create a spa-like feeling in the bath.
This ergonomic bathtub pillow comes highly rated and makes baths more comfortable.
Help her enjoy baths more with this bathtub caddy with room for books, iPad, tea, and more.

Love this adorable dog breeds dish towel (cat version here).
Store your dog’s food in this charming metal container.
Canines of New York celebrates the dog community of NYC with lots of precious photos!
Cat-lovers will love drinking tea out of this cat breeds mug (dog version here).
Any cat lover would love this cute kitty glass ornament (other options available).
Every dog needs a cozy bed, and this one comes in 4 attractive prints and 3 sizes.
Curl up with this Cool Cats pillow featuring kitty friends in cute sunglasses (dog version here).
Give a dog-loving friend this fetching apron full of cute critters (cat version here).
Hudson had this ‘Life is Good’ collar – we love all their products.
Love this cute ‘Nap Hard, Play Hard’ tag that’s perfect for any dog.
Let Rover say Bone-jour to this adorable plush wool dog toy.
Show your dog love with this cheeky dog doormat (cat version here).
This adorable knit dog sweater comes in multiple patterns and sizes.