Our List of the Absolute Best Home Gifts You Can Buy a Loved One This Year

Hey, guys, we know what happens when you go out shopping for your gal: You find yourself in a big department store at the mall five minutes before closing time, and there’s a round table pushed to the front, just at the entrance, stacked with pavé diamond bracelets (make that faux pavé diamond bracelets), and you’re thinking, “Looks good! Done!” Well, here’s a bit of advice. A diamond-ish bracelet may be a very thoughtful gift and getting out to the mall really shows initiative, but we have a better idea: a completely failsafe gift that you can rest assured will be greeted with genuine gratitude and even mild shock — something for the home! 

What you might not know is that many of us are obsessing about our living spaces 24/7, and we're always looking for ways to make them more comfortable, more organized, more serene, more hospitable to guests, and more conducive for entertaining. So, we’ve put together a surefire list of gifts for the home that anyone would love. Plus, there’s no need to stop at your S.O. because these gifts are suitable for anyone on your list... really! Think your dad would pass on an Instant Pot? We think not! 

As far as foolproof gifts go, this fringed fleece blanket is number one. It is available in many colors, too, so you really can’t go wrong. 

There is only one candle we want to be burning this season, and it’s this amazing blend of pomegranate, Mandarin orange, pine, cloves, and cinnamon with a hint of vanilla and amber.

If you’re going to gift a work of art, something with good energy is key. This print by Kristi Kohut is like a ray of sunshine. Plus, Minted lets you customize framing and size. 

The Echo Show provides all the benefits of Alexa but with a screen, making it the ideal kitchen countertop gadget.

There is a reason the Instant Pot is the number one best-selling gift on Amazon — people love it!

The Breville Bambino Plus has a smaller footprint than most espresso/coffee machines on the market, which is exactly why we love it. Plus, the good news is that it doesn’t skimp on flavor. Bambino Plus packs a punch with strong, smooth espresso and barista-quality foam (and the milk texture and temp can be adjusted in the settings). Its three-second heat-up gets you out the door lickety split (and saves you a stop and the $5 fee at the coffee shop). 

These Italian-crafted sheets in soft cotton percale stand out from the rest and serve as a luxurious addition to any bedroom.

With gold foil and tassel motifs, Anthropologie’s Marcona pillows are just plain gorgeous. They will make your giftee very, very happy. 

These custom-made bath salts are not only luxurious, the creamy formula also leaves skin smooth and hydrated during harsh winter months. 

Why do we love this Italian-made decanter set? Because it's totally glam and practically begs you to invite guests over and have a real grown-up party. 

This stunning mother-of-pearl cheese board is an instant heirloom, and the fact that you can monogram it makes it even more of a keeper.

With 75 recipes for brunches, salads, dinners, and feasts, all inspired by affordable wines that go with them, this is one book that pairs perfectly with the holidays. 

These vases, inspired by traditional nesting dolls, are hand-made by potter Gopi Shah and are sure to deliver good vibes to anyone on your list. 

These vintage style frames house not only your favorite photographs, but collages with flowers and other bric-a-brac. 

Made of 100 percent pure grade silk, the Slip Silk pillowcase is easy on skin and hair, helping skin retain its moisture and keeping hair from breaking. It’s way better than a pavé diamond pump, trust us.