Holiday Must Gives
Giving the people in my life gifts during the holidays is one of my favorite things to do! I love when I am in a store and I see something that I just know someone is going to love. However, year after year it gets more difficult to find that special gift that is unique and something they will always treasure. Fortunately, there are so many incredible stores on the island to shop in, it makes gift-shopping a breeze! Here are some of the crowd favorites that we found to help you get started.
1. CASKATA ARTISANAL TABLEWARE
As the seasons change, so do the colors and patterns on the Caskata tableware. This pattern is known as Winterberries. Winterberries offers a festive dose of color in bold red on creamy white porcelain. Your holiday table will look spectacular this year!
Armadillo, Ltd.
2761 Dune Drive, Avalon
2. SHELL TABLE LAMP
This StyleCraft William Mangum shell lamp is a great gift for anyone who has a shore home. The tan beach color makes it easy to match any room, and the incredible design is sure to make it a talking piece!
Coastal Designer Outlet
556 Sea Isle Boulevard, Ocean View
3. PANDA BEAR DECORATIONS
This set of pandas from PORT 68 will make the animal lover in your life incredibly happy. The white and gold colors give them a sophisticated look, but they are playful enough to accent any room.
Complete Interiors
2320 Dune Drive, Avalon
4. THE PERFECT BAG
These crossbody bags are perfect for a night out on the town. The side zipper allows for putting in larger items, and the bag comes in different designs and colors. Add a pop of color and glam to your holiday outfit, and pick up a few to give as gifts.
Stephanie’s of Stone Harbor
9720 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
5. BOXES OF CANDY
Another great gift for anyone in your life! Pick up a box of candy and choose from a variety of fudges, saltwater taffy, caramel corn and more! Hint: These make great gifts for teachers!
Original Fudge Kitchen
254 96th Street, Stone Harbor
6. AVALON CANDLES
These Avalon candles are sure to bring that beach feeling into any home, anywhere. Designed by Kate Nelligan, they come in a range of colors and artwork. Bring a touch of the beach to your holiday table!
Blufish Designs
2021 Dune Drive, Avalon
237 96th Street, Stone Harbor
Blufish Outlet store: 4 Clermont Drive, Clermont
7. BOTTLES OF WINE
Whether you are heading to a party and need to bring something with you, or hosting a party of your own, make sure you are stocked up with the season’s most popular wines. From the Schramsberg Brut Rosé to the Pike Road Pinot Noir, there is something to suit everyone’s palate.
Fred’s Liquors
314 96th Street, Stone Harbor
2258 Dune Drive, Avalon
8. KIDS’ RASH GUARDS AND BATHING SUITS
If you are planning to take the kids away this winter, or know someone else who is, rash guards and bathing suits are a great gift. Chances are they have already outgrown their summer stuff, so why not stock up for next season?
It’s All Good
2307 Dune Drive, Avalon
9. BEAUTY PRODUCTS
Splurge on your friends and yourself this season! Redken’s line of shampoos and conditioners come in various types to address each individual’s needs. Create a basket and include a “Frozen”-themed wet brush and some California Mango lotion for even the driest skin!
Fusion Salon Avalon
3007 Dune Drive, Avalon
10. HOLIDAY LIGHT ATTIRE
Be the hit of the party with these festive, light-up holiday hats and scarves. You are sure to make an impression at the holiday parade this year, or these make a great Pollyanna gift!
Hoy’s 5 & 10
2800 Dune Drive, Avalon
219 96th Street, Stone Harbor
11. FRESH PARTY TRAYS
Heading to a holiday party? Give them a taste of summer this holiday season with a fresh party tray from Mike’s Seafood. Featuring fresh shrimp and cocktail claws, there are other varieties available from the seafood market.
Mike’s Seafood
4222 Park Road, Sea Isle City
12. DR. SEUSS PAINTING
Who doesn’t love Dr. Seuss? This painting is titled “Dr. Seuss Yawning Cat.” It is a high-quality reproduction of the original and is also a limited-edition piece. Perfect for the art lover in your life.
Ocean Galleries
9618 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
2199 Ocean Drive, Avalon
13. LUXURIOUS DECORATIONS
The enchanted forest by Simon Pearce is perfect to spruce up that holiday table. Each tree is handmade by glassblowers using century-old techniques. This makes each piece as unique as the person you are gifting them to.
Olive Tree
211 96th Street, Stone Harbor
14. INDOOR/OUTDOOR SMART SPEAKER
The Move is an awesome gift for anyone on your list: a durable, battery-powered smart speaker for outdoor and indoor listening. Get brilliant sound anywhere! It’s weatherproof and drop-resistant. You can control it with your voice, the Sonos app, and Apple AirPlay 2 at home, and stream via Bluetooth when Wi-Fi isn’t available.
Sound Advice & Video
336 96th Street, Stone Harbor
15. BANGLE BRACELETS
Ippolita Rostagno is an Italian-American jewelry designer based in New York. Anything from this jewelry collection would make an incredible gift! We love these gold bangle bracelets. Wear one, two, even five to complete that holiday outfit!
Trendz
209 96th Street, Stone Harbor
16. YETI CUSTOM RAMBLER TUMBLERS
At any given time, I can find at least three YETI products in my kitchen sink. My crew doesn’t go anywhere without taking their drinks with them. Whether you are buying for someone else or yourself, you can never have too many! Use a different color for each day of the week and keep your drinks cold (or hot) as long as you need.
Seashore Ace Home & Outdoor Living
260 96th Street, Stone Harbor
17. COMFORTABLE BEDDING
At the end of a long day, there is nothing like the feeling you get when you crawl into bed. Give the gift of comfort and luxury with this exquisite bedding by Matouk.
Trendz Home
215 96th Street, Stone Harbor
