Thoughtful gifts to bring calm, creativity, and joy to everyone on your list.
The holidays arrive fast — and with them comes the desire to find gifts that feel personal, beautiful, and genuinely soothing. Whether you're shopping for someone who needs a moment of rest, someone who loves a cozy home, or someone who lives for capturing joyful memories, this curated guide brings together deeply thoughtful picks we love.
Each item is chosen to elevate the everyday: a bath that becomes a ritual, a diffuser that transforms a room, a scent that sets the tone, or a small luxury that brings joy all year long.
Here are our top gifts of the season:
For the One Who Needs a Reset
Deep Sighs Bath Soak — Vellum Wellness ($42)
A luxurious, tension-melting soak made to soften the skin and relax the body. Deep Sighs turns a simple bath into a grounding ritual — especially needed during the busiest time of year.
Shop Deep Sighs Bath Soak: https://www.vellumwellness.com/products/deep-sighs-bath-oil?_pos=1&_psq=deep+si&_ss=e&_v=1.0
For the Game-Night Host or Aesthetic Friend
Printworks Classic Double Playing Cards ($40)
These beautifully designed playing cards look as good as they play — chic, modern, and perfect for the aesthete in your life.
Shop: https://www.modaoperandi.com/home/p/printworks/classic-double-playing-cards/711910
For the Homebody Who Loves a Cozy Atmosphere
Carrara Aroma Diffuser — Vellum Wellness ($98)
Our bestselling Carrara diffuser adds instant calm to any space. With its soft marble design and ultra-fine mist, it’s the quickest way to create a peaceful, beautifully scented home.
Shop Carrara Aroma Diffuser: https://www.vellumwellness.com/products/carrara?_pos=1&_psq=carrara&_ss=e&_v=1.0
For the Memory-Maker
Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera ($99)
A joyful instant camera that prints sweet, sharable moments in seconds. It’s playful, nostalgic, and perfect for the friend who loves capturing memories.
Shop: https://www.bestbuy.ca/en-ca/product/fujifilm-instax-mini-12-instant-camera-blossom-pink/16693269
For the Festive Scent Lover
Holiday Diffuser Blend Duo — Vellum Wellness ($38)
Silent Night + Festive Feeling — our limited-edition holiday pair designed to fill your home with seasonal joy. Warm, cozy, and beautifully bottled, it’s a perfect stocking stuffer or hostess gift.
Shop Holiday Diffuser Blend Duo: https://www.vellumwellness.com/products/holiday-diffuser-blend-duo?srsltid=AfmBOorIoOd-mcmJOjygoWAah_pu09P2Zsdq4lJNF1dttV3llakfZvcy
For the One Who Loves Stylish Little Luxuries
Edie Parker Croc Lighter Case ($75)
A playful, design-forward accessory that elevates even the smallest everyday moment. Sleek, croc-embossed, and impossibly chic.
Shop: https://www.modaoperandi.com/home/p/edie-parker/croc-lighter-case-in-silver/718054
Intentional gifting doesn’t need to be complicated. It’s simply about choosing pieces that feel personal — gifts that make someone’s everyday life a little more soothing, joyful, or beautiful.
Whether you’re wrapping up a cozy diffuser, a festive scent, a restorative soak, or a nostalgic instant camera, we hope these picks help make your holiday season feel effortless and inspired.