Hostess Gift Ideas For Every Stop On Your Holiday Party Tour

Since showing up for a party empty-handed is sure to land you on Santa’s naughty list, here are some tried-and-true hostess gift ideas that are sure to be appreciated!

If your social calendar looks anything like mine, this month is jam packed with holiday parties galore and get-togethers with friends and family. Since showing up for a party empty-handed is sure to land you on Santa’s naughty list, I’ve come up with some tried-and-true hostess gift ideas that are sure to be appreciated, whether you’re attending your neighbor’s ugly sweater party or a fancy cocktail soiree.

Fatty Sundays Chocolate Covered Pretzels

Via FattySundays.com

What better way to say “thank you for having me” than a delicious box of chocolate covered pretzels? These white chocolate pretzels covered in red, green, and white sprinkles are perfectly festive — not to mention delicious! Buy them here for $7.95!

Decorative Coaster Set

Via Anthropologie.com

These coasters are so pretty, your party host just may insist on using them immediately! Buy them here for $32!

Whimsical Salt & Pepper Shakers

Via JonathanAdler.com

These adorable salt and pepper shakers are not only functional, they double as kitchen decor! Buy them here for $48!

Scented Candle

Via Nordstrom.com

Give the gift of soft ambiance with an elegant scented candle. The jar is pretty enough to re-use as a pen or makeup brush holder, too! Buy it here for $30 (2.4 oz) or $60 (6.5 oz).

Olive Oil Gift Set

Via Williams-Sonoma.com

An essential in any kitchen, olive oil can be used for cooking or mixed with herbs for dipping bread. Your host/hostess is guaranteed to get a ton of use out of this gift! Buy this set here for $23.96.

Slate Serving Platter

Via BrooklynSlate.com

Help kick off your hosts’ next party with this slate platter, perfect for serving cheese or other small bites. Buy it here for $28!

Let us know what types of gifts you’re bringing to your holiday parties this year by tweeting @coldwellbanker!

Christian Montiel

Christian is the Senior Manager of Brand Media for Coldwell Banker Real Estate. In this role, he oversees social media for the brand as well as media planning for all national advertising campaigns. In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, building LEGO sets and binging TV's latest hits. He currently resides in Miami, FL.