The Ultimate Cozy Holiday Gift Guide

Giving a gift brings humans more joy than receiving one. It may seem hard to believe, but it’s true. In a 2018 study by Associate Professor Ed O’Brien of Chicago Booth and Northwestern PhD candidate Samantha Kassirer, it was found that the happiness one feels after giving a gift declines at a much slower rate than the happiness sparked after giving a gift. That’s why, at Meadow, our core mission is to inspire gift giving not only during the holidays, but all year round. 

There’s just something about gift giving that feeds the soul. Taking the time to choose a gift that’s perfect for the person you love proves to them how much you care. Gifting is a tangible expression of love, showing the recipient that you’ve taken the time to think about them in great depth to focus on what they would truly treasure and how much thought went into the gift.

For Meadow founder Stacy Valner, the best part of giving a gift is seeing the reactions of her friends and family when opening it. As a result of their genuine joy, a sense of cheerfulness overcomes her. There’s nothing better than witnessing her loved ones unwrap the gift, tear the paper off the box, and ultimately reveal the little surprise inside. 

“My family would say I am good at going overboard for the holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries,” Stacy says. “They tease me about it, but at the same time I know they are appreciative of the time and thought that went into the gifts.”

Not sure what to get your loved ones this holiday season? Check out our go-to holiday gift guide for the ultimate cozy gifts!

Stocking stuffers & Hanukkah gifts: 

• Lip balm
• Gloves
• Beanies
• Note cards
• Candy
• Love notes
• Coupons that are personally made (such as for “date night” or “brunch”)
• Candles
• Sunglasses
• Heated coffee mugs

Thank You gifts:

• Wine and cheese
• A cozy blanket
• Favorite family game

Couples gifts:

• Backgammon set
• Puzzle
• Memory journal

Gifts for her:

• Luxury robe
• Face oil
• Room spray
• Candles
• Personalized ANYTHING

Gifts for him: 

• Card set
• Winter vest
• Navy eye mask
• Reusable water bottle