25 Holiday Gifts for Less Than $100
Every year, holiday gift-givers struggle to find unique and affordable gifts for the people in their lives. Read on for 25 fantastic presents for less than $100. They're sure to charm even the pickiest person on your gift list.
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Gifts for Her
Jewel of Havana Diamond Post Earrings
$48 at JewelofHavana.com
These shimmering diamond-shaped sterling silver post earrings are ideal for any occasion, and 20 percent of the proceeds support the Vasculitis Foundation.
BeautyRx by Dr. Schultz Airplane Skin Kit
$29 at BeautyRX.com
Traveling can be rough on your skin. This kit makes on-the-go skin care simple, with TSA-approved sizes of essential products and step-by-step instructions.
Kikkerland Unicorn Zip & Flip Pillow
$40 at Kikkerland.com
This travel pillow transforms from a rainbow to wear on her neck to a unicorn to lie against.
Exhale No. 1 Juniper Berries, Vetiver and Tobacco Leaf
$39 at HomeEdged.com
This elegant coconut wax candle comes in its own gift box and has an exotic, relaxing scent.
Gilchrist & Soames Rosemary Mint Hand Care 12-ounce set
$54 at GilchristSoames.com
This lightly scented hand wash and lotion duo contains essential oils that take excellent care of the hands.
Aerosoles Betunia
Regularly priced at $79, on sale for $59 at Aerosoles.com
Available in black, blue and red velvet, these chic smoking loafers have "love" embroidered across the toes.
EcoTools Confidence in Bloom Beauty Kit
$19.99 at EcoTools.com
These eight makeup brushes come in their own storage tray and are an excellent value. Set includes brushes for concealer, powder, eye shadow and more.
Calphalon Premier Space-Saving Hard Anodized Nonstick Three-Piece 8-Inch Stack Cookware Set
$99 at Calphalon.com
If she loves to cook but is strapped for space, these nonstick pans and glass lid stack to save 30 percent more space than traditional pans.
Peet's Gift Set of Holiday Blend and Origin Mugs
$39.95 at Peets.com
Boxed and ready to give, this set includes two beautiful Guatemala Origins mugs and 1 pound of Peet's Holiday Blend in the grind of your choice.
Pai Shau Hydrating Travel Gift Set
Regularly priced at $69, on sale for $62.10 at Pai-Shau.com
This travel kit of best sellers from Pai Shau, a vegan and cruelty-free hair care line, contains a hair cleanser, conditioner and styling aid to help replenish and revive hair in need of extra care.
LaRousse Glass Box
On sale for $45 and up at LaRousseShoppe.com
A decorative home for precious photos or mementos, these metal-rimmed glass vitrines are available in silver, gold and rose gold and in a variety of sizes.
Gifted & Present Leather Pouch and Cloisonné Pendant Gift Set
$64 at GiftedandPresent.com
This affordable gift contains a gold-gilded pendant on an 18-karat gold chain and a metallic black leather coin purse in a cotton drawstring bag.
The Republic of Tea Custom Gift of Three Teas
About $30 with box at RepublicofTea.com
Your choice of any three teas, from Organic Immunity Super Green to Republic Chai Red Tea, nestled in a gold foil gift box with a card.
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Gifts for Him
Sierra Design Men's Tuolumne Jacket
$99 from SierraDesigns.com
This fitted synthetic down jacket, which is available in five colors, will keep him warm without the bulk. Great for travel, it packs down into an interior pocket.
Fanchest
$59 at Fanchest.com
For the diehard sports fan, this box comes stuffed with team merchandise that is not available for retail but is approved by more than 80 officially licensed brands.
OneBlade Core Black Tie Shave Kit
Regularly priced at $124.95, on sale for $99 with code MERRYSHAVES through Christmas at Shop.OneBladeShave.com
This shave kit contains the OneBlade razor, an aluminum razor stand, 40 blades, shave brush, shave cream, aftershave and razor blade disposal case.
Knack Hammock & Chill
$97 at Knackshops.com
For someone who needs some downtime, this gift of a hammock, Miir Beverage Tumbler, Sea Salt Virginia Peanuts and Theo Chocolate's Giant Big Daddy Marshmallows come in a tasteful box with the recipient's name.
Tablet Stone
$19.99 at ArchitecProducts.com
Available in white, red or black, this resin stand will hold tablets or phones upright -- with or without cases -- on your kitchen counter or any other flat surface.
Laughing Moon Chocolates Handmade Truffles
$27 and up at LaughingMoonChocolates.com
Packaged in a gift box with a ribbon, these Vermont-made truffles are available in a variety of flavors, including Green Mountain Sunshine Vodka and Basil and Black Pepper.
Fixd
$59 at FixdApp.com
This sensor plugs into a vehicle's OBD-II port and monitors how a car is functioning, from mileage to emissions to speed. A notification is sent to the app if something is amiss, eliminating the mystery of the "check engine" light.
BodyBrew Bod Experience
Regular $69, on sale for $59 at BodyBrew.com
This easy-to-use system includes a built-in storage vessel and creates more than eight cups of robust coffee in as few as 12 hours.
Speks Original
$24.95 at GetSpeks.com
Who said adults don't need fidget toys? Speks come in 11 colors and contain more than 500 tiny, powerful magnets that can form almost any shape, helping to calm the nerves on stressful days.
J.Q. Dickinson Salt Works Maple Inlaid Cherry Salt Cellar, Scoop and Salt Gift Set
$40 at JQDSalt.com
Good salt is a must for any home cook, and this gift comes with a 3.5-ounce jar of Heirloom Finishing Salt, a maple inlaid cherry salt cellar and maple scoop.
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Gifts For Good Wood Bowery Earbuds
$49 at GiftsForGood.com
These elegant wooden earbuds, which come in Ebony or Zebra Wood, have a full sound, no-tangle cables and a mic for phone calls. This purchase helps to fund the donation of hearing aids to people in need through the Starkey Hearing Foundation.
Daily Harvest Well+Good Edit
$69.75 at Daily-Harvest.com
The heath nut on your list will love the nine healthy, tasty items in this set, including Turmeric and Lemongrass Detox Broth, Pumpkin and Chai Overnight Oats and the new Chai and Coconut Smoothie.
Trae Bodge is an accomplished lifestyle writer and TV commentator who specializes in smart shopping, beauty, tech, apps, toys and gift guides. In addition to USNews.com, she contributes to several publications, including Woman's Day, RD.com, Credit.com and GoBankingRates.com. She has appeared on dozens of TV shows and radio networks, including Rachael Ray, Inside Edition, CNBC, I Heart Radio, Sirius Radio and all TV network affiliates. She is also a sought-after brand strategist and co-founder of the cult cosmetic brand Three Custom Color Specialists. See more from her at traebodge.com.
