Holiday party season has arrived and these 2021 hostess gift ideas are guaranteed to impress! (Warning: no boring candles or wine included.)

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Is anyone else bursting with excitement that holiday season is well and truly upon us?

It’s so wonderful to be able to celebrate with friends and family this year in a way we weren’t able to in 2020 and I could not feel more grateful! As soon as Halloween wrapped my mind promptly shifted to festive mode and I am embracing the spirit of the season this year in every way possible.

Be it for a family gathering or a holiday party with friends or colleagues, we’re also lucky to see the return of in-person gatherings this year — which means, we’re going to need some excellent 2021 hostess gift ideas!

Yes. You could go the super easy route and just grab a bottle of wine. But in the event you, like me, want to put a little bit more thought in…. today’s post will hopefully be a big help.

Perusing the internet, I was on the hunt for 2021 hostess gift ideas that show how much you appreciate and care for your hostess while wishing them the most magical holiday season possible! I also was looking for ideas that were more special than a poinsettia – while also being modestly affordable. There’s also NO candle in sight! Because although I do love my candles, why be predictable?

2021 Hostess Gift Ideas for Holiday Party Season

Apoterra Skincare Rose + Leaf Body Butter ($45)

This plant-based body butter is a bestseller from Apoterra for good reason! Cupuaçu, kokum and shea butters are whipped to create a silk smooth cream that soothes chapped and dry skin. Rosehip oil, rose petals and violet leaves create a calming sent that will also ease holiday stress!

Chanel Trilogy ($95)

Talk about a collector’s item! If you’re on the hunt for 2021 hostess gift ideas for a devout fashionista, this beautiful Chanel trilogy celebrates the timeless heritage the beloved French house. The book set includes three volumes — walking through the history of Chanel fashion, jewelry, fragrance and beauty.

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Elements Chocolate Gift Box ($42)

For the chocolate aficionado, this tasty gift set includes three chocolate bar flavors (Peppermint with Lavender, Rose and Sea Salt with Tumeric) and two flavors of hot chocolate. And great news? These are all vegan-approved, dairy-free products that use only raw, natural ingredients.

Gray Malin 1,000-Piece Seaside Puzzle ($25)

Puzzles – or games in general – are excellent 2021 hostess gift ideas because they provide a source of entertainment your host can enjoy at home during the holiday season or throughout the year. This 1000-piece Gray Malin puzzle is especially stylish and for those who are really up for a challenge!

Derma-E Vitamin E Hand and Body Lotion Set with Lavender ($21, Currently $16.75)

If the cold weather has zapped the moisture out of your skin you can bet it has your hostess’s as well! This Derma-E Vitamin E set includes a shea butter body and hand lotion – which is perfect for stashing in a purse while on-the-go. Also available in fragrance-free formula.

Martha Stewart Acacia Wood Tray with Handles ($45)

Something special for the home is always an excellent idea and this Martha Stewart wooden tray is one your hostess can get a lot of use from! Trays are excellent for entertaining as well as for lazy Sunday morning breakfasts in bed.

Jay Strongwater Night Violet Ornament and Stand ($450)

Definitely a gift you’ll be remembered by? A decadent ornament by the talented Jay Strongwater. It’s a piece to be treasured annually on a Christmas tree or displayed in the home throughout the year.

Juliska Christmas Eve Serving Platter ($150)

The festive snowscape with Santa flying high in the sky is sure to get anyone in the holiday spirit. And great news! The 15-inch platter is dishwasher, freezer and microwave safe.

Mackenzie-Childs Checkered Serving Platter ($72)

Serving platters make for terrific gift ideas as they are often something we don’t think to buy ourselves. This checkered one from Mackenzie-Childs will make a perfect addition to all future celebratory gatherings!

Mackenzie-Childs Jubilee Knife Set ($52)

This whimsical set of four Jubilee Canape knives are loads of fun and can be used at celebrations aplenty!

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Organic Herb Seasonings Gift Set ($69)

For the cook in your life, this gift set of six certified organic herb seasonings is sure to get a lot of use! Includes: Basil, chili flakes, garlic powder, Italian herbs, soup herbs and herbs de Provence.

Palais des Thés Tea Gift Set ($54)

Is there anything more cozy than a comforting hot cup of tea around the holidays? Getting in the festive spirit, Palais des Thés has a gorgeous gift box available that includes a total of 54 premium tea bags with nine flavors.

Flavors include: limited edition Enchanté Christmas, Black, Green, Christmas Influsion, Christmas Green, Tooibos Nº25, Hammam, Vanilla & Almond and English tea

Picnic Time 8-Piece Cheese Board (Now $87.25)

Crafted from bamboo and stainless steel, this putting-green-inspired cheese board is sure to impress a hostess that loves to golf! Includes two cheese knives, a cheese fork, bottle opener, bottle stopper and drip ring.

Sakara Super-Food Granola Collection ($48)

On the hunt for 2021 hostess gift ideas for someone following a plant-based diet? Want to spread the gift of granola because it’s universally loved? The Sakara collection of superfood granolas is guaranteed to earn you brownie points!

The set includes full-sized packets of their three super-food flavors:

CLASSIC: Toasted Coconut, Almond and Goji Berry

DARK CHOCOLATE: Dark Cacao • Ashwagandha • Brazil Nuts

PLANT-PROTEIN: Matcha, Mulberry and Pecans

Stew Leonard’s Indulgence Brownie Set ($59.99)

All packed up in a gold tin, this delectable 20-piece gift set of Stew Leonard brownies is sure to please even the sweetest sweet tooth.

Stonewall Kitchen Sampler Collection ($29.95)

To satisfy multiple taste-palettes, the Stonewall Kitchen Sampler includes six of their best-selling products:

Horseradish Mustard, Maine Maple Champagne Mustard, Raspberry Peach Champagne Jam, Red Pepper Jelly and Wild Maine Blueberry Jam

Stonewall Kitchen Salsa Collection ($27.95)

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that salsa is always a good idea. For the holidays, Stonewall Kitchen has packaged together a gift set of three tasty salsas that are great for noshing during the holiday season as well as on Taco night or while watching football on the weekends.

Wedgewood Wonderlust Camellia Tray ($50)

Inspired by the Eastern and Southern Asia, choose from four beautiful patterns of a Wonderlust Camellia trays for your hostess. These are excellent keepsakes that can be used for special celebrations or displayed as a jewelry try. And for a beautiful presentation, they will arrived gift wrap in Wedgewood’s signature blue box and ribbon.

Waterford Crystal Cranberry Glass Christmas Ornaments (Now $94-$123)

Waterford is a wonderful go-to for gifts that please at every occasion – including the holidays. This season, they have a selection of beautiful cranberry crystal glass ornaments that will make a gorgeous addition to any Christmas tree.

In need of some alternative festive outfit ideas? Take a look at Farm Rio’s Holiday 2021 collection!

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