The Messenger’s staff annual list of the best holiday gifts you can get. Click each image to view!

Katelyn Wu, Copy/News Editor

Wacky Socks

As Dumbledore from the Harry Potter series famously said, “One can never have enough socks.” This gift is perfect for all genders, and ages, and is practical as well. There are a multitude of designs to choose from based on the personality of the gift recipient.

Sonny Angels

These small figurines are all the rage among teenagers these days. For friends who love collectibles, get them a fun, exciting blind box of a cute, miniature angel. Once they start their collection, they will want the same gift for years to come.

Ticket to Ride

Board games are classic, and Ticket to Ride puts a fun, adventurous spin on the ordinary multiplayer game. The gameplay is easy to learn for all ages yet creates friendly competition. Involving a board, train figurines, and cards, all members of the family will have a great time playing this game.

Room-sized Mini Fridge

This gift is a very useful addition to any room. The gift recipient can put a multitude of products inside, ranging from skincare products to delicious snacks. College students can access cold and filtered water right from their dorm room. What more could they need?

Weighted Blanket

As winter approaches, who does not want to be cozy in front of a fireplace with a blanket? Weighted blankets are perfect for this season because they help improve sleep, ease anxiety, and relieve stress. These blankets come in all sorts of sizes, patterns, and textures.

UGG Boots

UGGs have made a comeback every year since the early 2000s. There are many different types of UGGs, but it is especially known for its classic brown boot style. The inside of the shoe is lined with sheepskin, which keeps the user extremely warm and comfortable in cold weather. UGGs will be an excellent investment for any friend who does not have a pair yet.

Home Fitness Kit

With so many tests and projects, it is hard to find anyone at Northview who has the time to go to the gym. Therefore, a home fitness workout set is a perfect gift- anyone can start exercising right in their house. Including equipment for both beginners and experts, it is just that easy to go from desk to gym mode.

Portable Charger

Everyone has forgotten to charge their phone overnight and rushed to school the next day with only 10%. A portable charger is small and compact enough to be carried in a backpack every day, ensuring that there will never be an opportunity for a dead phone ever again. It attaches to the end of the phone easily and enables the individual to still use their phone while charging.

Jewelry

One can never have too much jewelry. These accessories are perfect for adding the final touch to any outfit. Whether the gift recipient prefers rings, bracelets, or necklaces, but make sure to ask them if they wear gold or silver first.

Packing Cubes

The arrival of winter also signifies the arrival of winter break and vacations. Packing cubes can be useful for fitting as many outfits as possible into a suitcase that will not break the weight limit. There might even be space left over for an extra pair of shoes or a hair straightener. Plus, it keeps clothing organized which can be very helpful for when one is hotel hopping across the globe.

Holiday Gift Guide