Holiday shopping season is upon us! Once you’ve strategized your big ticket items, keep this guide handy for hostess gifts, stocking stuffers, and unique finds for neighbors, teachers, co-workers, and friends. We’ve made it easy to support local with a roundup of 50 gifts priced at $50 and under — all available at Nashville retailers!
FOOD & DRINK
Caramel bundt cake
If you’re looking for a gift to bring your host, Dessert Designs’ caramel bundt cake ($49) is both delicious and a beautiful centerpiece for the holiday table. This old-fashioned pound cake is topped with slow-cooked caramel icing and serves up to 18 people. Be sure to peruse the rest of Dessert Designs’ offerings, too!
Bourbon
Nelson’s Green Brier Distillery offers an inaugural Nelson Brothers bourbon ($39.99) that is an expert blend of high-rye straight bourbon whiskeys, well-aged in new, charred American oak barrels. Brothers Andy and Charlie developed this bourbon as an ode to their great-great-great grandfather, who originally produced whiskey at the distillery.
SB Tip: Pair the bourbon with a distillery tour or visit to the restaurant to make this gift even more memorable!
Holiday popcorn gift set
An indulgent winter treat never disappoints. Packaged in a festive snowflake gift box, City Popcorn‘s holiday popcorn gift set ($18.95) features two bags of gourmet popcorn: white chocolate pretzel and salted caramel. This duo is a wonderful gift to bring to holiday parties or family gatherings — or treat the popcorn lover in your life!
Nashville coffee gift set
A fun way to share the spirit of Music City, Made in TN offers a coffee gift set ($39.95) complete with locally roasted Bongo Java coffee, a Nashville skyline mug, and an original GooGoo Cluster. Top off your gift with a complimentary gift note and gift wrapping!
Cookbook
Your baking-obsessed friend or family member will have certainly heard of Nancy Silverton, James Beard Award-winning pastry chef, restaurateur, and acclaimed cookbook author. Her latest book, The Cookie That Changed My Life, features more than 100 tried-and-true, dessert-centric baking recipes. Find it at Schumacher Boutique for $40.
Provence d’Antan Christmas gift box
Little Gourmand‘s French bakery is a wonderful place to stock up on pastries and desserts to bring to your holiday parties. This Christmas gift box from Provence d’Antan ($39.99) is festive and elegant, featuring glass jars of organic herbal tea, a metallic spoon, and an infuser.
Butter My Biscuits gift set
You can’t go wrong with a gift from Loveless Cafe, especially for your favorite foodie. The Butter My Biscuits gift set ($24) includes a bag of biscuit mix, apple butter, and pumpkin butter.
Cocktail book
For the aspiring bartender, Modern Classic Cocktails is a sophisticated addition to any bar cart. Found at Harvest Wine Market for $40, this recipe book features the basics of how to build a bar, how to build a craft cocktail, and, of course, classic cocktail recipes. Your recipient can learn the basics, then learn how to develop their own creations!
BBQ sauce + rub combo
Local BBQ favorite Peg Leg Porker conveniently offers their popular BBQ sauces and rubs in a gift box ($49.95), perfect for sharing with the BBQ-lover in your life. Customize this package to suit their tastes, choosing any two sauces: mild, hot, or white.
Salt tins
Give the chef in your life this bundle of infused salt slide tins ($38), complete with five beloved infusions and Pure Flake Salt. This pocket salt from In Good Company is a unique gift for any foodie who loves to elevate their picnics, camping experience, or lunch on the go.
Wine club
Spread Market & Larder’s wine club selects a wine of the month along with a pantry product to pair with it. Starting at $45, the box includes ideas on how to use the product, as well as fun facts to share with friends — bragging rights! Visit the shop on or after December 15 to pick up your box and receive 10% off anything else you purchase in-store. (Note: This is not a recurring subscription.)
CLOTHING & ACCESSORIES
Mini rock threaders
Threaders are a must-have for any gal who loves jewelry! Judith Bright offers mini rock threaders that are delicate — either 14k gold-filled or sterling silver — with a variety of gemstones to choose from. Every earring is handmade, making each piece unique. Pick up a pair for $48.
Cosmetic bag
An adorable gift for the friend or relative who loves to travel or is always on-the-go, this Ann Mashburn cosmetic bag ($45) is available in a variety of precious prints that are too pretty to not forget in a hotel bathroom. The perfect size for a suitcase or purse, the bag includes plenty of padding to protect everything inside!
Necklace
A petite version of Freshie & Zero‘s best-selling apple necklace, this hand-shaped and hammered sterling silver pendant ($44) resembles a short and wide apple. A thoughtful and unique gift, no two necklaces are exactly alike, and each one is made locally in Nashville.
Boxer brief pack
Made from buttery-soft organic cotton with a hint of stretch, Sid Mashburn‘s boxer briefs are a no-brainer gift for him. With a soft, stay-put waistband, double-lined contour pouch, and smooth flatlock seams, these seamless briefs are supportive and comfortable. He’ll love that they come in a pack of two ($48) — a pair and a spare!
Coin purse
A 100% handmade beaded coin purse with satin lining ($48) from e.Allen is a gorgeous gift for the girl who loves to be organized — and stylish! Not a dog mom? No problem. The coin purses have a variety of adorable phrases, like Vacay Fund, Yay Sports, Mama, or Rosé All Day.
Christmastide headband
This is a festive accessory every woman needs in her holiday ensemble. This knotted fabric headband from Hot Pink ($30) features a pretty pattern with pearl embellishments for extra flair. The seasonal accessory would make a fun gift for friends — especially if you get a matching one for yourself, too!
Goodr sunglasses
These Goodr sunglasses at Oak Hall ($25) are not quite tortoise-shell but hound-shell. This pair features a classic shape that is comfortable and suitable for any activity — whether you’re shopping for an avid skier or marathoner, or someone who simply likes to look stylish when out and about.
Personalized cuff ring
For a sentimental and thoughtful gift, this cuff ring ($40) from ABLE is incredibly stylish and offers the opportunity for personalization with two monogram letters. The 14k gold-fill ring features a 14 gauge wire that is hammered on both ends. (Be sure to order this by December 6, as this is the holiday personalization cutoff date.)
Paige bow hair claw
Fitting for the holidays and any time of the year, The Golden Slipper‘s Paige bow hair claw ($28) is available in red or olive. Give this cute and practical gift to your stylish friend or family member. It’s both elegant and a must-have for messy hair days!
Beanie
A versatile beanie that can be worn with a cuff or in a slouched style, this hat is the perfect gift to help your loved ones stay cozy and stylish throughout the winter months. The nash TN beanie ($35) is made with 100% soft acrylic knit in a ribbed texture for optimal comfort.
FOR THE HOME
Fork set
Local favorite Hester & Cook recently opened up a vintage store upstairs at their Franklin location, creating the perfect opportunity to find a uniquely special gift. These forks ($35) can be used to elevate a charcuterie board, or they work as pickle and olive forks. Each set is sourced from various locations, arriving in assorted patterns, meaning every order is unique.
Reed diffusers
Packaged in a beautiful gift box with a double-satin bow, these natural reed diffusers by Dallas-based and women-owned B’s Knees Fragrance Co. are gifts that keep on giving. Each diffuser comes with a glass vessel that can be used as a beautiful vase once the oil has diffused. Scents include Fresh Bamboo, Gardenia, Ocean Air, Peony, Tea in the Sahara, or Fir & Balsam (perfect for the holidays!). Find this simple and elegant gift at Epergne for $48.
Vintage toy
Step into GasLamp Antiques and you’ll quickly discover you can find a meaningful, one-of-a-kind gift for almost anyone on your list. Take this vintage circus toy, for instance, which would look charming on any collector’s shelf. The toy is available at GasLamp Too for $40.
Nutcracker plate
This ceramic cake plate ($42) from Hostess & Home features an elegant nutcracker embellished with gold. Bring this cheerful gift to a holiday party or gift it to the baker in your life. It’s the kind of cherished item anyone would love to bring out for the holiday season year after year.
Marble bookends
For the book lover, or anyone who loves to show off their well-decorated bookshelf, these marble bookends ($48) from Merridian Home Furnishings will bring lots of cheer. Available in green or white, these bookends are unique and are sure to stand out.
Cowboy Christmas candle
Full of nostalgic holiday scents like amber, Montana juniper, frankincense, and whiskey, you can’t go wrong gifting Ranger Station’s Cowboy Christmas candle ($39). The luxe candle is made with a premium soy wax blend and offers more than 30 hours of burn time.
Bowls and spoons
These beautiful black and white bowls from The Barefoot Cottage would look lovely on a kitchen counter for salt and pepper, or they could elevate a bathroom when used with bath salts. Find the set for $44.95.
The Universe in Verse
A book of illustrated essays, Maria Popova’s The Universe in Verse, celebrates the human search for truth and beauty through the lenses of science and poetry. Inside, you’ll find musings on the resilience of trees, the intelligence of octopuses, the mystery of dark matter, the infinity of pi, and so much more. Find it at Parnassus Books for $22.
Espresso cups
Formed and glazed by hand, these beautiful espresso cups are an intentional gift to share with someone who can’t live without their daily espresso (or two!). Crafted by Handmade Studio TN, you can find them for $35 each.
BEAUTY
Sunscreen
Broad spectrum SPF 50 is a must-have year-round, and it’s a gift anyone would appreciate having in their daily regimen. This option from Hi, Finch is a lightweight daily sunscreen with lactic and hyaluronic acids. Pick up a bottle for $40.
Lip trio
The ILIA Lip Sketch Trio, available at Woo Skincare + Cosmetics for $34, features three shades of the most popular long-wear lip crayons. For anyone obsessed with beauty products, these hydrating crayons provide long-lasting, rich color.
Daily cleanser
This calming lavender foaming cleanser makes a special gift for anyone who loves taking care of their skin — and who doesn’t?! Gentle enough for even the most sensitive skin, Amy Head Cosmetics‘s Daily Cleanse ($38) results in strengthened, brightened, and repaired skin. Enriched with organic aloe vera, dandelion, and lavender essential oil, this unique formula naturally moisturizes, restores, and soothes.
Escentric Discovery Set
For the person who has it all, this Escentric Molecule Discovery Set ($50) from The Cosmetic Market makes a fun and surprising gift. Created to encourage and satiate scentual curiosity, this set features five mini vials of scents to help one determine their preferred olfactory escape. The scents include Cult-Scented Formula, Sparkling Freshness, Arboreal Concoction, Hazy Fantasy, and Deconstructed Mediterranea.
Neck wrap therapy pack
Lillian’s Floral Studio offers more than just stunning arrangements! This handmade therapy pack ($49) melts away tension, aches, and pains when draped across the neck and shoulders. It can be used warm or cold and is made with 100% cotton and linen fibers and filled with natural, unscented lentils. It would be especially appreciated by anyone who works long hours or travels frequently.
Chill globes
These chill globes from Lemon Laine have a myriad of skin, health, and relaxation benefits, as they reduce inflammation, promote lymphatic drainage, and boost collagen and elastin. Find a set of two for $45.
‘Scandalwood’ body wash
Department‘s Heretic Scandalwood body wash is a plant-based, sulfate-free body wash made with scents like sandalwood, Bulgarian rose, musk, and exotic coriander. This luxe body wash is a fun, flirty gift for your significant other that will have you looking forward to cozy winter nights at home.
Hand care duo
The perfect hostess gift, this hand soap and lotion duo ($32) from Thistle Farms comes in two holiday scents — Frosted Gingerbread or Three Trees. The duo offers gentle cleansing and long-lasting moisture, along with festive aromas. Every purchase from Thistle Farms supports their mission to help women survivors heal and reclaim their lives by breaking the cycles of trafficking, exploitation, and addiction.
FOR LITTLE ONES
Holiday toy set
Any baby will love stacking rings and playing with this adorable snowman. Plus, this gift from Magpies also makes the perfect holiday nursery decor. The wooden snowman ($20) is a fun and festive gift for little ones ages 12 months and up.
Footie + cap set
The holiday season isn’t complete without festive pajamas — and that goes for the little ones, too! Lemon Gift Shop at The Factory at Franklin features a variety of matching pajama sets for the whole family, including this adorable Rudolph one ($48). A pajama and cap set makes a precious gift for a baby’s first Christmas.
Bambi
A classic item from Maileg, this cozy deer has a sweet and calm expression that will be so special to give and receive. The little deer makes a perfect gift for little ones because it can be used as room decor or for play. Find it at The Getalong in East Nashville for $44.
FOR FURRY FRIENDS
Stoneware pet bowl
Elevate your pet’s meal time with these beautiful stoneware bowls ($25 each) from White’s Mercantile. Not only does your furry companion deserve the best, but these bowls will look adorable in the home, too. Grab two for food and water — or buy a large bowl to keep your pet hydrated in a separate area of the house.
Teddy vest
Keep your beloved pet warm and cozy this winter season with Lucy & Co.’s reversible vest ($45) in an adorable jingle bells pattern. This gift from The Modern Dog Company features zip closures and a leash clasp opening to make getting out the door easy.
FLORAL & PLANTS
Amaryllis
Seen as a symbol of strength, love, beauty, and determination, the amaryllis is a thoughtful gift to share with loved ones during the holiday season, particularly those who may need extra support this time of year. Bates Nursery features this plant as a wax bulb for $22.99 so your recipient can watch as it grows and blooms into a vibrant crimson flower.
Sweet tea floral arrangement
A sweet and uplifting gift for a hostess, mother, or grandmother, Flower Mart‘s Sweet Tea floral arrangement ($47.99) is special because it comes in a unique tea cup. Give the gift of fresh flowers, along with a beautiful teacup to remember it by.
Fresh or dried bouquet
Germantown’s cutest flower and coffee shop is a must-visit during the holiday season. Step inside Neighborlily to create your own fresh or dried floral bouquets, sip on a coffee or tea, browse a variety of miscellaneous gifts, and pick up a pre-wrapped mini bouquet to bring a hostess, best friend, co-worker, or neighbor. For $45, these precious bouquets are the perfect size for brightening up a desk or small corner of the home.
HOLIDAY TRINKETS
Mug
With triple insulation technology, this Swig mega mug ($49.95) from The Wreath Stand will keep drinks cold for over 24 hours or hot for more than nine hours. The mug fits most standard cup holders and features a slip-free, noise-free silicone base. With a cute nutcracker pattern, this mug will be so fun for using year after year to get into the holiday spirit,
Wreath ornament with wine coaster
A gold-rimmed wine coaster ($28) is a fun gift to give that makes hosting even more special. Pair the coaster with a beautiful glittered wreath ornament ($16) — or if you bring a bottle, display it around the neck for cute packaging. Find both at COLOR in West Nashville.
Nashville Glass Ornament
This Nashville glass ornament by Old World Christmas showcases the delights of Music City! You’ll find the Grand Ole Opry, The Parthenon, and more all in one beautiful ornament that is hand painted and glittered. This must-have gift from Katy’s Hallmark Shop is perfect for anyone who calls Tennessee home or simply loves to visit!
Nashville Glass Ornament, $34.99, at Katy’s Hallmark Shop | Image: Katy’s Hallmark Shop
Ornament
Spread the Tennessee love this holiday season! Bits & Pieces Antique Boutique offers a handcrafted, laser-cut wooden ornament in the shape of Tennessee with an engraved heart over Nashville. This delicate beauty is made with baltic birch plywood and makes a thoughtful gift. It could even be used as a gift tag to decorate your presents this year!
Happy gifting, Nashville!
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