They say it’s better to give than to receive—but who says you can’t enjoy both? A truly thoughtful gift invites the recipient to pause, revel in the moment, and savor the feeling of being cherished.
Here’s my annual reminder for holiday survival: Whatever he buys you—don’t return it! If you send back enough gifts, he’ll eventually feel defeated and stop buying them altogether. Keep it, even if it’s the wrong size, color, or completely not your style. If it’s truly terrible, secretly return it—but never, ever let him know.
The same rule applies to your kids. Let them experience the joy of giving, even if it means wearing that neon sweater once before tucking it away for eternity.
Now, we present the ultimate gift guide to getting it (mostly) right. Because while perfection is a myth, thoughtfulness isn’t. And just in case, always shop where returns are easy—and never throw out the receipt. For even better gifting, download our app Haute Pursuit to find everything you want on sale.
