Luxury Hostess Gifts for the Holidays

Whether it's Thanksgiving dinner, a holiday open house or a New Year's Eve toast, arriving with a thoughtful hostess gift says thank you before the first course is served. The best hostess gifts are small, beautiful and made to be kept – something the host will remember you by long after the party. Here are our favorite hostess gift ideas, from little luxuries to a special splurge.

Little Luxuries Up to $100

Herend Coaster Bunny

A 4 in hand-painted porcelain coaster with 24k gold accents – bring a pair. For a cocktail party, the Herend Cheers Coaster says it all.

Herend Golden Edge Honey Pot with Rose

A 2.5 in porcelain honey pot from Herend's Golden Edge collection – tuck a jar of local honey in the gift bag.

Herend Golden Edge Twin Salt

A 5.5 in twin salt cellar from the Golden Edge collection – a clever gift for the host who loves to cook.

Michael Aram Apple Honey Pot with Spoon

A handcrafted honey pot and spoon from the Michael Aram workshops, in a silver or gold finish.

Michael Aram Pomegranate Gold Scented Candle

A 13.5 oz scented candle – a hostess gift that is easy to use and easy to love, for the entryway or powder room.

Thoughtful Gifts Under $250

Christofle Perles Cheese Knife

The silver-plated Perles cheese knife has two teeth at the tip to pick up cheese and works with hard and soft cheeses. The Louis XVI-style Perles pattern, with its single line of beading like a pearl necklace, was introduced in 1876.

William Yeoward Classic Honey Jar with Spoon

A 4 in handmade crystal honey jar with its own spoon, inspired by 18th- and 19th-century English and Irish designs.

Christofle Oh de Christofle Coasters, Set of 2

A pair of stainless steel coasters that protect furniture from water rings with a hip, modern look.

Halcyon Days Shell Garden Hyacinth Lidded Candle

A lidded candle, hand-decorated in England by Halcyon Days – lovely long after the candle is gone.

Herend Acorn Figurine

A tiny hand-painted porcelain acorn in a range of colors – a charming autumn keepsake for a Thanksgiving host.

A Special Splurge

Christofle Jardin d'Eden Honey Dipper

A silver-plated honey dipper designed to accompany a honey pot, with a small bear hidden in the Jardin d'Eden pattern.

Herend Honey Pot

Pair the dipper with Herend's hand-painted porcelain honey pot, finished with 24k gold accents – a gift the host will set out for years.

Christofle Babylone Candlestick

Like a jewel, this silver-plated candlestick with a delicate braid brings light to festive tables and everyday moments. It comes with an odorless ivory candle.

Hostess Gift Etiquette

• Don't expect your gift to be used at the party – a keepsake the host can enjoy later is ideal.
• Bringing flowers? Bring them already arranged, or in a vase, so the host isn't hunting for one mid-party.
• Add a handwritten note so the host remembers who brought what.
• Pair a keepsake with a treat: honey with a honey pot, a bottle of wine with coasters.

Save your favorites: open any piece and tap the ♡ to add it to your Wishlist, then share it with friends who are hosting this season.

Find more ideas in our housewarming gifts and gifts under $250.