Elegant Holiday Hostess Gifts

Holiday parties will be in full swing if they haven’t already started. Whether you are attending a traditional family party or a neighborhood get-together, it’s nice to bring an unexpected gift for the host or hostess. Planning a party is time consuming. Show your host or hostess that you appreciate all of their efforts with these 5 elegant holiday hostess gifts.

Before we dive into the gifts, I must tell you about this dress by Luciana Emilia. Luciana Emilia is a luxury evening wear label designed in California. Whether you are the host or the guest, this collection of beautiful dresses will have you waltzing to your next event.

All of Luciana Emilia’s dresses are customizable to make them truly your own. You can choose from the curated selection of made-to-order dresses, or choose a dress and fabric of your own for Luciana to create. This is a piece to be cherished and passed on from one generation to the next. For more holiday inspired outfits, check out my post on winter white outfits. Now, on to the holiday hostess gifts!

Holiday Hostess Gifts: The Art Of Gifting

The idea of giving a host gift is to show gratitude for the host. It should be easy and joyful, and should not create more work for the host. Don’t bring food unless asked by the host or hostess. Your host likely put time and thought into planning the menu. Plus it may take extra time to heat up or put into another dish. Just keep things simple and easy. Also with flowers- they are such a popular hostess gift. If you can, try to give them already in a vase. This saves your host time in digging out a vase and cutting stems. Now, on to a few appropriate holiday hostess gifts!

Elegant Holiday Hostess Gifts

Luxe Winter Candles

Set the mood for the season with a winter scented candle. A candle is always a great choice when you choose a natural or traditional scent. I love to match the scent with the season or holiday. My favorite candle to give and to receive is the Winter White candle by Illume. This is a scent for everyone. It smells like the holiday season with notes of evergreen, cypress, white peppercorn, cardamon, citrus, and amber. This is a candle that’s scent fills the room! The box is pretty enough that no wrapping is needed. If you want to elevate this gift even more, add a candle dish for display!

Elegant Tea Towels

Who doesn’t love a beautiful tea towel? These are useful treasures that can be enjoyed throughout the season. Display these on a counter to add a touch of color or charm to a room, or use them to serve those fresh baked holiday cookies! I’m sure your host will love to receive one of these!

Serving Utensils and Plates

Serving utensils are another great entertaining inspired gift. Choose a set to match the season, your host’s favorite color, or complimentary decor shade. Having an assortment of colors to choose from to match the theme or the season is fun! They will appreciate this gift at their next party.

Decorative Coasters

Hostess gifts should reflect a light and entertaining theme. Give your host a refreshing and functional set of coasters for his or her next party.

Holiday Hostess Gift Idea: Fine Napkins

Help your hostess plan their next party with a set of beautiful linen or cotton napkins. These serve as true inspiration for decorating an event. For a quick and easy option, I like to have some paper napkins on hand for all seasons. I use these when hosting my own holiday parties, as well as gift them when attending others. It’s a casual and effortless option to gift.

Entertaining Books

Chances are the host or hostess loves to entertain. Why not gift them a book on entertaining? This may spark a few ideas for their next holiday party. They make really great hostess gifts!