Lifestyle And Etiquette Expert Shares Gift Giving Tips
STUDIO CITY (KCAL9) — Need some holiday shopping tips?
Lifestyle and etiquette expert Elaine Swann stopped by KCAL9 Thursday to share some tips.
Gifts for Your Co-worker:
- Do not give gifts that are personal in nature (such as perfume, cologne, or bath sets)
- Choose something that is useful in nature without being offensive
- Examples:
- Unzipped Glass Zipper Bag (great for candy on your desk that is unique and inviting)
- Built NY orgami style wine tote (great for taking water to work during the day and wine over to friends by night)
Holiday Tipping & Gift Ideas:
- Your goal is to tip people who have been of service to help you throughout the year
- Rather than hand over cash, think of something special that will give your babysitter, housekeeper, manicurist, etc a bit of a luxury experience
- Examples
- Diptyque Mini Candles (help set the mood for relaxation)
- Philosophy Hair and Body Set (nice touch have an at-home spa experience)
Hostess Gift Ideas:
- Give the host something they can use to help simplify their hosting duties for future parties.
- Examples:
- Savora ice cream scoop and garlic press (for the desert lover or the foodie)
- Personal Creations Stoneware Casserole Dish (personalize with the host's name or the name of their 'claim to fame' dish.
Gifts for Your Overnight Guests:
- A little advance planning can go a long way and leave a lasting impression
- Simple elegant touches can help you make your guest feel less of a burden and more at home.
- Examples:
- Debra Valencia Bath set with matching carry case (a take-home gift for your guest that is small enough to fit in carry-on luggage)
- Sesame Ultimate Unwind Gift Set (gives the 5-star treatment that your guest can take home)