Holiday gift ideas for your aunt
Stumped about what to get your aunt this holiday season? Whether you’re close or only see her occasionally, it can be hard to find the perfect gift for extended family members.
But whether your aunt is into outdoor adventures or culinary experimentation or could just use a bit of relaxation in her life, these are the best holiday gifts for every kind of aunt on your list.
Best gift ideas for aunts
A new cookbook
Ottolenghi Test Kitchen Shelf Love: available at Amazon
The aunt who loves trying new things in the kitchen will be thrilled to have recipe inspiration from this beautiful new book from acclaimed London chefs Noor Murad and Yotam Ottolenghi. This book is full of Mediterranean-inspired dishes that lean on pantry staples, so they’re approachable by cooks of all levels.
Smart goggles
FINIS Smart Goggle Kit: available at Amazon
If your aunt loves to be active, but already has all of the fitness tracking gear she can tote on a hike or cycle expedition, here’s a techy fitness gift she’ll love. These smart goggles from FINIS track and display helpful stats like your swimming pace, number of laps and total time in the pool. This is a great gift for the competitive aunt who already has several triathlons lined up for next summer.
A hot sauce sampler
Truff Bestseller Pack: available at Amazon
Add some heat to your holiday gift with this deluxe set of truffle-infused hot sauces. This three-bottle set includes Truff’s original, white-truffle edition and black-truffle oil in a beautiful and sleek black-carrying case. Your aunt will love sampling the decadent flavors of truffle oil on all of her favorite dishes.
A candy sampler
Sugarfina Candy Bento Box: available at Sur La Table
If your aunt has a sweet tooth, she'll love this adorable and elegant candy gift from Sugarfina. The set includes three colorful gummy bears infused with green tea, peach tea and rose tea. This is a fun and whimsical gift your aunt won’t want to share.
A beautiful bouquet
1-800-Flowers Floral Arrangement: available at 1-800-Flowers
Surprise your aunt from afar with a stunning delivery from 1-800-Flowers. Choose her favorite cut flowers, a seasonal arrangement, or a living houseplant to add to her collection. Or, if you want to indulge her sweet tooth, browse the extensive collection of gift baskets, which are overflowing with holiday treats like fresh seasonal fruit and adorable decorated holiday cookies. You can find a gift here for everyone’s taste.
A pet hammock
Nyberg Specialty Cat Bed: available at Wayfair
If your aunt has a constant furry companion, you can do double-duty with a gift that delights them both. This cat bed is shaped like a miniature hammock so felines can relax even more than usual. It’s small enough to fit in most homes and has a soft, plush cradle cats love.
A Dutch oven
Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven: available at Sur La Table
A well-equipped kitchen isn’t complete without an all-purpose Dutch oven. This beautiful enabled pot is as durable as they come, so your aunt will be able to pass it down to the next generation. Choose from eight colors to match your aunt’s kitchen design, and wait for your next dinner invitation.
A clean beauty gift set
Ilia After Hours Gift Set: available at Sephora
Introduce your aunt to the world of clean beauty with this three-piece sampler. The set includes beauty essentials your aunt can use every day: a mini liquid powder eye tint, a full-size multi-stick, which adds a rosy hue to cheeks, lips and eyes, and a full-size volumizing mascara. All of the products are made with natural, non-toxic ingredients you can feel good about gifting.
A warm and functional workout jacket
Sweaty Betty Power Workout Zip Through Jacket: available at Backcountry
If your aunt likes to brave the cold for her morning jogs or dog walks, she’ll appreciate an extra layer of warmth from this cozy and practical jacket. It’s made from stretchy, movable and very comfortable materials that fit snugly so there’s no extra fabric weighing her down on the move. It also has two zippered pockets to keep valuables secure and hands-free.
A custom candle
Gift Gala Fall Candles: available at Etsy
Bring some personalized cheer to your aunt’s house this holiday season. Select her favorite scent from a menu of seasonal favorites, like Cinnamon Pumpkin Cream, Vanilla Chestnut and Pumpkin Caramel Dreams. She’ll love how the sweet aromas add warmth to every day.
Binoculars
Nocs Provisions Standard-Issue Waterproof Binoculars: available at Backcountry
Binoculars are a great gift for the adventure lover and birdwatcher in your life. This set from Nocs Provisions is compact, lightweight and waterproof, so your aunt can pack them for camping, canoe trips or just keep them by her window to spot the first robin of spring.
A beautiful oil dispenser
GreenOliveGoods Olive Oil Dispenser: available at Etsy
This stunning handmade ceramic olive oil dispenser is pretty and practical enough to earn a permanent spot on your aunt’s dining table. It has a lovely organic shape that’s perfect for the modern farmhouse-style kitchen. This hand-painted dispenser will make a perfect gift to match your aunt’s style.
An air fryer
Instant Pot Vortex Air Fryer: available at Wayfair
If your aunt is feeding a busy household and trying to stick to healthy meals that don’t take forever, an air fryer may just become her new favorite appliance. This 6-quart air fryer from the makers of the Instant Pot is a multipurpose machine that’s spacious enough to feed four or more. It makes beautifully crispy and golden food that tastes and looks fried but uses a fraction of the oil. In addition to air frying, it will also bake, roast and reheat leftovers.
Lizzy Briskin is a writer for BestReviews. BestReviews is a product review company with a singular mission: to help simplify your purchasing decisions and save you time and money.
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