Northstar’s latest First Look Research on gifting trends revealed the items most prized by recipients: apparel, food and beverage, travel-related paraphernalia, gift cards and certificates, sustainable items, and unique experiences. With these findings in mind, we’ve crafted this list to inspire your selections for customers, employees and top performers.
1. Spidey Time
Marvel fans on your list will be thrilled to sport the new Spider-Man watch from Citizen. The timepiece, which is powered by any light source and never needs a battery, comes with a collectible pin, boxed together as a set. Cost: $525; corporate pricing is available.
2. Vroom With a View
The Monaco Grand Prix Race Experience from Pulse Experiential Travel is the bucket-list trip for Formula 1 fans. Included in the package for two are hotel accommodations for three nights; two reserved tickets to the practice and qualifying sessions; two reserved tickets to the Monaco Grand Prix Race; a transfer allowance; and white-glove concierge service to book inclusions and airfare, which is available for an additional fee. Cost: $11,000.
3. Home Cooking, Italian Style
This yummy gift includes not only the fixings for a home-cooked version of famed New York and Las Vegas eatery Carbone’s Spicy Rigatoni meal. It also includes a beautiful, hand-painted rooster platter, just like the ones the pasta is served on in the restaurants. Cost: $160.
4. Timeless Carry-on
Durable luggage is a gift prized by recipients, according to the respondents to the gift-trends survey. This elegant, expandable TUMI carry-on, available in three hues, will never go out of style and will be cherished for years to come. Monogramming is available. Retail cost: $595; corporate pricing available.
5. The Reel Thing
L.L. Bean’s virtual fly-fishing lessons are perfect for beginners looking to learn how to cast, or experienced anglers who want to hone a specific skill. The package pairs recipients with one of the outfitter’s world-class instructors for a series of three private, online sessions tailored to their individual needs or aspirations. Cost, $149.
6. Perfect Fit, Every Time
Bespoke jeans, perfectly tailored to each winner’s measurements and preferences, make the ultimate personalized gift. Blue Delta Jeans brings its team of talented fitters to the location of your choice; participants choose their favorite style and color, and in just a few weeks, their custom togs are delivered to their homes. Cost, contact Blue Delta Jeans.
7. Sweet Bundle of Joy
The Nostalgic Holiday Favorites box from Olive and Cocoa is chock full of mouthwatering sweets, such as peppermint popcorn, peppermint sticks, peppermint bark, English toffee, mint nonpareils, malt balls, chocolate mints, gourmet caramels and peanut brittle. Cost: $78 to $144.
8. Instant Upgrade
Make any traveler feel like a VIP with the LoungePair gift card, which grants them access to more than 1,400 airport clubs around the world. Cost: $25-$100.
