Holiday Gift Ideas: Maison de Cinq’s Holiday Gift Guide 2019!

Can you believe it?! It’s that time of year again! The time of year that many people dread. There are so many of my friends and family that really struggle with this. They don’t know what to get, or where to go to get it, or even where to start looking! And when the pressure is on, it makes it even more difficult. They almost go into a panic and buy the first thing they see! Well, I’m here to say – don’t do that!! I’m here to help! Gift-giving is truly one of my favorite things to do, so today I’m sharing my holiday gift ideas with you! I find it challenging (and yes, even fun 😉 ) to find the perfect gift for someone. 

Every year I really do my research. I scour the internet for the hottest gifts, yes, but I also want to give something that is useful or meaningful, or both! My number one criteria is “is this something I would want to get (or give) myself?” and if the answer is yes, then I know it’s a winner. So every gift below is a personal recommendation that I either already own and love, or something that me or my husband would love to receive! So here are my favorite holiday gift ideas for men and women….

1. Rowenta Portable Steamer: This is life-changing people! So much easier than ironing, and a perfect size for travel, too! 
2. This set of travel packing cubes has completely changed the way I pack. I am so much more organized, and can fit a whole lot more in when I use these. I’ve even got my husband hooked!
3. These pajamas from Nordstrom are some of the softest I’ve ever owned – seriously a perfect gift for almost any woman.
4. I love giving (or receiving) a fun, chunky and cozy winter scarf and this one is all three!
5. This J.Crew Chateau parka is highly rated for a reason – it’s classic, warm and fashionable.
6. Love this necklace! I own it and get so many compliments every time I wear it! And the best part is they’re not attached, so it’s 3 necklaces you can mix and match for a great price!
7. These trays are a chic and inexpensive gift that’s right for almost any woman in your life.
8. The Slipsilk silk pillowcase is another thing I actually own and love. It keeps your hair from tangling during the night, and is supposed to decrease wrinkling and I’m all for that 😉
9. These slippers really are as cozy and cute as a teddy bear (and super reasonable, too)!
10. This tote is consistently highly rated on Nordstrom, is all leather, a great price, and reversible! 
11. If you haven’t tried Birdies yet, you need to! My favorite comfortable yet still stylish flats that are like wearing slippers – you’ll want them in every color! 

*please note some affiliate links are included for your convenience*

1. My husband and sons are hooked on this new and popular sport, and I know anyone who plays pickleball would want this highly rated paddle.
2. Everyone in my family owns one of these blender bottles! Great for smoothies, supplements, and protein shakes, too.
3. The Amazon Echo Dot is the most compact “smart” speaker out there. Ask Alexa to play music, answer questions, check the weather, set alarms, control smart home devices, and more.
4. Apple wireless Airpods are highly rated for their crystal clear sound, and they give up to 3 hours on a single charge.
5. I love this monogrammed dopp kit! Durable, water-resistant and it has a lifetime guarantee! 
6. The Bucket List book: 1,000 adventures for all ages, it’s never too soon or too late to begin the things you’ve only dreamed of doing! Great for anyone who travels, or wants to travel.
7. Small and easy to operate, this portable espresso maker is perfect for the coffee lover who wants to be able to have his wherever he goes.
8. Minnetonka mocassin slippers are classic and comfortable. My dad wore these every year of his life! Perfect for dad or grandpa.     
9. The Paperwhite Kindle reads like paper – even in bright sunlight! It’s also waterproof so you can read in the bath or by the beach without worry! This is on my own wish list this year 😉
10. Double-walled and vacuum insulated, this can insulator is by Yeti (we love their amazing coolers!) and keeps bottles and cans colder longer.
11. My husband loves these touchscreen function gloves! 100% wool with Thinsulate lining.

*please note some affiliate links are included for your convenience*

I hope you’ve gotten some good holiday gift ideas today! Be sure to watch for some of my other gift guides coming soon. I’ll be sharing some Black Friday specials on Friday, and Stocking Stuffers, as well as the perfect hostess gifts will be here in the coming weeks!

Sheila
xo