December 23, 2017

In a hurry? Here’s the P&P Last Minute Stocking Stuffer Gift Guide

Okay, Procrastinators! Super Saturday is here & tomorrow is Christmas Eve – AKA, your last shot to grab all your gifts – so it’s time to get all that last minute shopping crossed off your list (be sure to check it twice!).

One of my favorite types of gifts to give are stocking stuffers because they’re all the fun little knick knacks that a recipient may or may not need, but are always very much appreciated, and usually items they wouldn’t buy for themselves (making them all the more fun to give and receive)! This category is pretty free for all, but here are a few of my narrowed down favorites for everyone on your nice list 🙂

For the Guys:

You really can’t go wrong with fun socks & undies for guys – they can always use more of one or the other, and a fun pattern makes something pretty boring, that much more exciting. It’s down to the wire so you’ll need to run out to an actual brick-and-mortar store, but Gap and J. Crew Factory both have fabulous options.

For socks, I love this cute dino print, these lobsters, and these fun holiday prints (all favorites of Mike’s – he actually wore the lobster print on our wedding day J) and at up to 50% off, buy one for his best bud, too!

Looking into undies, you just can’t go wrong with a Star Wars print and how cute is this puppy motif?! Similar faves can be found here, here, and here (had to throw a pair with nutcrackers in there.. I know, I should get my mind/humor out of the gutter haha).

Unless you’re spending your holidays in the South, cold weather accessories are also great stuffer gifts. I’m loving this twill baseball cap from Land’s End, this cozy lambswool beanie from J.Crew and this navy windowpane scarf from Banana Republic (note: it lists 40% off regular priced items online, but I was in Banana yesterday and saw everything at 50% off… can’t confirm it’s still the same but worth the stop if you’re in a last-minute stocking stuffer jam)!

Looking for a non-clothing item to throw in his stocking? If he’s a trivia fanatic, he’ll LOVE this 2018 Jeopardy daily calendar (I bought one for Mike last year and this year and it was a huge hit in his office). World Market is also a great place to find knick knack gifts (and wine!) … and whiskey ice cube spheres (which would be great to pair with these whiskey glasses ;)). Shopping for a guy that likes a little heat? He’ll also love a set of artisan BBQ sauces (side note: these also make a great option for asking guys to be groomsmen, as per my brother-in-law)!

For your girls:

Okay, so it totally depends on how well you know the recipient, but I have gifted Cosabella & Hanky Panky undies to just about all of my girlfriends and if they weren’t already in love with them, they quickly came to realize just how fabulous these little wonders are. Best part? They’re one size fits all!

I’ve said it before & I’ll say it again: you can’t go wrong with the gift of cozy! My sister-in-law gave me these L.L. Bean Cable Knit Booties for Christmas last year and I absolutely fell in love with them! Looking for a lower price point (plus an additional 40% off)? These rainbow stripe slippers from Gap are adorable and cozy (hint: size up in these! I’m a 7.5 and usually buy a small in slippers, but needed to switch to mediums in these).

Just like the guys, cold weather gifts are also great for the ladies. If you’re making a last minute run to the outlets, this pom hat from J. Crew Factory is adorable. Other cute options can be found here & here. I’m also loving this hat & scarf set from J. Crew (hint: they’re an extra 40% off in-store)!

For some non-clothing item gifts for the ladies, I always recommend S’Well Bottles (they’re ah-maz-ing!), this fabulous on-the-go gift set from Kiehl’s. A good pair of tech gloves are also always a good buy!

For hosts and anyone else on your list

Again, no one says ‘no’ to cozy… I’ve bought these Restoration Hardware slippers for more people than I can count, and everyone seems to fall in love with them. Looking for something less personal? A Jo Malone scented candle is always a good idea (my favorite scents are Lime Basil & Mandarin and Orange Blossom) and a classic board game is also a great addition to any home (I’ve seen these in Paper Source and Barnes & Noble, too).

I’ll try & add some more last minute ideas as the 12/24 sales roll out, but in the meantime, best of luck in your last minute shopping today! As always, remember to sign up for Ebates via the button below if you’re doing any buy online pick up in store shopping tomorrow to get paid for your Santa Claus efforts!