Dec 17th, 2025 - If you're stuck shopping for someone who "has everything," I have a suggestion: Get them an art book. They're thoughtful, personal, and, yes, can double as décor. The best part is you can gift multiple to the same person. After all, you're helping them build the inimitable Art Book Stack on their coffee table. Try pairing a couple that feel unexpected together, like The Frick Collection: The Historic Interiors , which just published this year and is filled with photos of the museum's ... [Read More]

Dec 17th, 2025 - These trendy picks will arrive before Christmas. By We've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process. GH Reader Favorite Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag Affordable Luxury Editor Favorite The holidays are just around the corner, but that doesn't mean you have to stress about a last-minute gift for mom . While you may find yourself wondering how you could possibly pick out ... [Read More]

Dec 17th, 2025 - Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your account's 'Saved for Later' section. The best holiday gifts for 9-year-olds encompass their combined desire for independence and apprehension about growing up. At this age, kids are maturing, but often in a "two steps forward, one step back" kind of cadence — so they're as interested in playing the acoustic guitar as they are in playing with dolls or remote-control bugs. And as they gain confidence in reading longer books or ... [Read More]

Dec 17th, 2025 - This Year's 19 Very Best Gifts for Dads Dads are traditionally tough to shop for—let me help with these handpicked gift ideas for fathers with great taste. Your dad does not have high expectations this Christmas. Any man who is being completely candid with you will admit that most gifts he has received during his adult life fall under "It's the thought that counts." But it needn't be so. With a little research and some thought, you can give the father figure in your life the best gift for ... [Read More]

Dec 16th, 2025 - When you think of all the people you have to shop for this holiday season, it's almost as if you can hear your wallet gently weeping in the background. December is always a spendy time of year, but it can truly break the bank when it comes to gift-giving. It's why TikTokers are leaning into " thriftmas " by reminding shoppers to shop at secondhand stores — an option that's easy to forget about when you're constantly seeing ads, commercials, and hot deals for online stores. Thrifting is a ... [Read More]

Dec 16th, 2025 - When you're down to the wire and still want to show up as the family's legendary gift-giver, these last-minute gifts can convince everyone else that no, you didn't wait until the last minute to get everyone their gifts. (And we'll keep your secret! Promise!) This roundup delivers thoughtful, funny, and genuinely useful gifts — the kind that will have you crowned "Favorite Child" or "Best Grandchild." Ahead, you'll find everything from novelty stocking stuffers to tech gifts, self-care ... [Read More]

Dec 16th, 2025 - Sustainable pet toys, what to get for your mom and gift ideas from small businesses Each week we cut through the noise to bring you smart, practical recommendations on how to live better – from what is worth buying to the tools, habits and ideas that actually last. Recently, my colleague Danielle Renwick published a piece where she interviewed Chelsea Fagan, author of Having People Over , about how to host a dinner party without breaking the bank. Read the story here: Get the cheap wine ... [Read More]

Dec 15th, 2025 - Trust us, these are things we'd buy (and have bought) for our loved ones! By Good Housekeeping We've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process. GH Reader Favorite Shop Small BeyondGiftsCo Holiday Gift Basket Top Gift on Amazon When shopping for holiday gifts, I typically opt for a $50 budget per person. It's enough money to buy a quality gift without completely emptying your ... [Read More]

Dec 11th, 2025 - Everybody does stocking stuffers a little bit differently. Some people get started in the fall, curating an eclectic mix of toys, craft supplies, and paperback books. Others pick up candy and gift cards in November and December as they shop for bigger Christmas gifts . Many have very specific stocking-stuffer philosophies that cover everything from budget to whether stocking stuffers must be wrapped. So we asked a gaggle of Strategist and New York parents to recommend the best stocking stuffers ... [Read More]

Dec 11th, 2025 - This newsroom tells stories that reflect real lives and real stakes. Your support ensures that work continues. Join as a member today and close the year by strengthening independent reporting for all. Already a member? When done right, good is close to an art form. Not to go all Hallmark on you, but pick the right gift — which almost always means choosing something thoughtful — and you'll strengthen your relationship while creating a meaningful shared memory. "The ultimate goal of ... [Read More]