2025 Holiday Gift Guide 

A look into what’s trending this season, featuring affordable gift options

Presents wrapped for Christmas | Patrick Pahlke | Unsplash

As the holiday season is rapidly approaching, it is time to search for that perfect gift for friends or family. Finding the perfect gift for someone can be difficult, but not impossible. Whether you go to the store or shop online, there is a way to find exactly what you are looking for. 

After going on Amazon and searching for “popular Christmas gifts for young adults,” a plethora of items pop up on the screen. The most popular item is fuzzy socks. These are simple, easy and accessible in almost any store and are perfect for anyone.  

Another popular gift is a blanket hoodie. These are oversized hoodies made from fleece material, making it a comfy and cozy present. With the cold winter months coming, this item is sure to keep you warm. 

For those wanting to continue shopping online, Target’s website immediately gives the user inspiration for Christmas shopping. Some popular items are an Owala water bottle, the Nintendo Switch 2, headphones and phone cases.  

Shopping in stores can be just as easy as shopping online. With multiple stores having websites, you can find the location of which store you are at, search for an item and find the specific aisle it is located in. This helps ensure that shopping experiences are simple, easy and stress-free. 

Being on a budget during the holidays and giving presents can still be attainable. Some of the best presents can be homemade. A personalized ornament made from air dry clay is simple but can mean the world to someone. Crayola air-dry clay starts at $4.49 at Michaels. 

Handmade paintings or art pieces are always a memorable and loving gift. From acrylic paints to macaroni creations, they can be fun to make and be the perfect addition to someone’s home. 

Sometimes, the best present one can give is a home cooked dish. Sugar cookies, pies or casseroles are simple yet can show appreciation for someone, and may even help take some cooking pressure off during the holidays.  

In the end, no matter what type of gift you give, it represents your love and appreciation for that person. The thought is what matters. Having options like shopping online, in-store or making something with your hands are perfect for finding the right gift for someone. Holiday shopping can be fun, easy and accessible for this season of giving. 

Reese Garcia can be reached at [email protected].

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