Thoughtful (And Expensive-Looking) Gifts for In-Laws That'll Help Ya Score Major Brownie Points
- 1/21
Thoughtful (And Expensive-Looking) Gifts for In-Laws That'll Help Ya Score Major Brownie Points
Ok, let’s be real: In-law relationships can be tough. Real tough. Whether you started off on the wrong foot and have to win them over or you hit it off from the beginning and have remained close, you still have to manage boundaries and expectations with new parents who aren’t technically...your parents lol. So, how do you break the ice and/or earn brownie points? With a fabulous gift that even your mother-in-law will love, of course! And we've got ya covered.
Below, you’ll find thoughtful and expensive (or just expensive-looking) presents that’ll impress even the toughest of in-laws of all ages. Our list includes fancy kitchen accessories (like a three-tiered marble stand and raspberry-colored baking sheets), luxurious gifts (like a cashmere blanket and all-natural soap), and presents that make life so much easier (like a meal delivery service and a Google Nest Mini). So keep reading for gifts so good, you’ll be tempted to keep ‘em for yourself!
Courtesy Image - 2/21
1) Great Jones Little Sheet
greatjonesgoods.com
$45.00
The color alone makes these lil sheet pans totally giftable. But the best part is that they’re the perfect size for baking personal portions!
greatjonesgoods.com - 3/21
2) L'AVANT CollectiveThe High Performing Dish & Hand Soap Duo
L'AVANT Collective
lavantcollective.com
$58.00
If your in-laws just relocated and are settling into a new space, L’avant Collective’s bestselling natural dish soap and hand soap bundle makes for an amazing housewarming gift.
lavantcollective.com - 4/21
3) CB2 Marble Chess Game
cb
cb2.com
$99.95
You can’t go wrong with beautiful décor in a neutral color scheme.
This marble chess set features modern pieces that were hand-carved and hand-polished in India.cb2.com - 5/21
4) Casamigos Cocktail Gift Set
williams-sonoma.com
$49.95
If you’ve been drinking your in-law’s margarita mix for years, go ahead and replenish their stash with this Casamigos gift set.
williams-sonoma.com - 6/21
5) Blue Apron Subscription
blueapron.com
$7.49
Meal subscription services like Blue Apron just make life a little easier, especially for in-laws who cooked for their kids for years and deserve a much-needed break.
blueapron.com - 7/21
6) CB2 3-Tier Marble Party Tower
cb2.com
$129.00
This three-tier tower is built to impress at both elegant dinner parties and casual get-togethers. Not only does it feature a stunning marble finish, but it also has a convenient bowl at the top instead of the usual small tray.
cb2.com - 8/21
7) Mark and Graham Hydrocotton Classic Bath Robe
Best Seller
markandgraham.com
$79.99
If they are approaching retirement (and counting down the days!), welcome them to a life of leisure with matching monogrammed bathrobes.
markandgraham.com - 9/21
8) Williams Sonoma Cashmere & Wool Equestrian Throw
williams-sonoma.com
$399.00
In-law relationships can be tough—cashmere's bound to ease the tension. They’ll notice the quality of this blanket right away, thanks to the monogram detailing, lush, weighted drape, and super soft texture.
williams-sonoma.com - 10/21
9) Russ & Daughters New York Brunch
Russ & Daughters
goldbelly.com
$195.00
Ohhhh yes, Russ & Daughters—the iconic New York City establishment known for mouthwatering smoked salmon, hand-rolled bagels, and delicious cream cheese—delivers. This spread, which feeds up to six people, also comes with chocolate babka, coffee beans, and a mug.
goldbelly.com - 11/21
10) Pottery Barn Outdoor Movie Screen
potterybarn.com
$299.00
Whether they’ve got lots of grandchildren or they just like to entertain at home, this outdoor screen is a total gamechanger.
potterybarn.com - 12/21
11) Chic Geeks Black Faux Crocodile iPad Pro Case
chicgeeks.com
$75.00
It’s basically a fact of life that parents love iPads, so I'm 99 percent sure this cool faux crocodile case will be a hit with the in-laws.
chicgeeks.com - 13/21
12) Google Nest Mini
Google
walmart.com
$29.00
Your in-laws probably don’t need a powerful (and super expensive) speaker, but if they like listening to music around the house, this Google Nest Mini is a great gift option.
walmart.com - 14/21
13) Ralph Lauren Home Bentley Martini Gift Set
Ralph Lauren Home
ralphlauren.com
$285.00
Inspired by Ralph Lauren’s personal car collection (hence: the name), this luxe gift set comes with a mixing glass and two ribbed martini glasses that your in-laws will definitely want to break out on special occasions.
ralphlauren.com - 15/21
14) Victrola Nostalgic 6-in-1 Bluetooth Record Player
Victrola
amazon.com
$110.66
Pretty and functional, this vintage-style record player has a three-speed turntable, as well as wireless Bluetooth technology for streaming.
amazon.com - 16/21
15) Mala the Brand Milk & Sugar Candle
nordstrom.com
$50.00
Mala the Brand will take your candle gift-giving game to the next level, thanks to yummy scents like this milk and sugar one.
nordstrom.com - 17/21
16) Aēsop The Listener Gift Set
aesop.com
$77.00
The internet's favorite vegan and sustainable brand of skin, hair, and body products offers several giftable sets, including this trio of body care formulas that smell fresh, green, and citrusy.
Aēsop - 18/21
17) Venus ET Fleur Thalia Porcelain Vase
venusetfleur.com
$935.00
If your in-laws are constantly buying fresh flowers, consider investing in a Venus ET Fleur arrangement as a special occasion gift for them. This mixed bouquet has over 125 of the brand's signature Eternity Flowers (ya know, the 100 percent real ones that last years), including calla lilies, roses, dianthus, and hydrangeas.
venusetfleur.com - 19/21
18) Jungalow Tierra Striped Mug Set
jungalow.com
$48.00
Coffee drinkers know that size matters when it comes to mugs, and these hefty babies won't disappoint.
jungalow.com - 20/21
19) Nostalgia Indoor Electric Stainless Steel S'mores Maker
amazon.com - 21/21
20) IPPINKA Fan Diffuser Kō
IPPINKA
amazon.com
$48.95
This easy-to-use and silent, fan-operated diffuser will have their house smelling absolutely ~divine~.
amazon.com