As Seen on Today in Nashville - The Ultimate Gift Guide for Every Momentous Occasion
Although we’re still social distancing and in some cases virtually celebrating life occasions, there is still a need for that perfect gift. And if you’re totally stumped for ideas like some of us are, I got you covered! I have created the ultimate go-to gift guide for a lot of your BIG upcoming life events. From weddings, housewarmings, engagement parties, or a new baby on the way, these gift ideas will be sure to show your love no matter the distance.
The Baby Present: Wildkin Nap Mats
Wildkin Mats, $43, wildkin.com
For a unique present to new moms, Wildkin provides school supplies, play furniture, bedding, and more for preschool and early elementary kids. The brand was founded in 2008 and is best known for their top quality, kid first features and fun designs. Wildkin was one of the first brands to popularize nap mats. The mats fit comfortably into a preschool cubby, easily roll up (Velcro-kid friendly), and machine washable! They offer a large variation of nap mats from 100% cotton, to plush and even vinyl for easy cleaning.
The Bridal Shower Gift: Ceci Leibovitz Bracelets
Ceci Leibovitz $98.00, cecileibovitz.com
Ceci Leibovitz’s Emmeline and Laurel Bracelets are beyond gorgeous and will definitely be remembered! Handmade bracelets are made with gorgeous vintage lace or can be made customized with a snippet of your own wedding gown lace. It’s the perfect “something borrowed” gift. Each bracelet is American hand cast pewter plated in 24-karat gold, brass chain plated in 24-karat gold.
For the Far Away Relative/Friend: GiftCast
Price varies, giftcast.me
Even if you can’t meet up with your loved on their special day, GiftCast makes sure they still get face time with you. The first-ever mobile video gifting app, GiftCast lets users add a personal video when they send money or an Amazon eGift Card to you. Your personalized video message can be saved on the recipient's phone forever and they can use the cash gift or gift card to treat themselves to something special. The app is available on Android and Apple app stores.
For the Housewarming Party: Undercover Man
Undercover Man Light Crystal Intention Candle, $30, undercoverman.com
While a candle might seem like a normal gift to bring to a housewarming, this new company has an edge and is making its TV debut! Undercover Man is a new company that inspiring people to pay more attention to self- care. This candle is a spiritual healing and energy-boosting candle. Each candle is handcrafted by the company's founder, Bradley Ryan, with all natural bee's wax and pomegranate zest. He meditates while making each candle and infuses it with love and positive energy. Each contains a grade AAA crystal that is instilled with the user’s intentions and comes with an affirmation card to declare the user's intention and focus their energy.
For the Engagement Party: Mumm Napa Brut Rosé:
Mumm Napa Brut Rosé $24.00, mummnapa.com
Established in California in the late 1970s, Mumm Napa follows traditional wine making techniques of its French heritage to create the finest, hand-crafted sparkling wines. Brut Rosé is the perfect California sparkling addition to celebrate life's most exciting and memorable moments - to enjoy pre-during-post dinner with some friends. Features fresh vivid aromas of black cherries, red berries, and citrus followed by soft red fruit flavors that are rich with elegant character. Pinot Noir grapes provide the wine with its soft texture and forward fruitiness, while the Chardonnay grapes contribute structure and elegance.
The Birthday Beauty: Veronique Gabai Discovery Set:
The Veronique Gabai Discovery Set, $39, veroniquegabai.com
This perfume set is the ideal birthday gift for him or her that is unique and different. Veronique Gabai’s Discovery set allow you to see what perfumes you love, and the best part is you are able to mix and match!