29 gifts for your in-laws that will leave a lasting impression, whether you've known them forever or are meeting them for the first time
- The 28 best gifts for your in-laws, whether you’re meeting them for the first time or have known them for years
- A customized marble wine chiller
- Wood and Marble Wine Chiller
- An audiobook subscription
- Audible Annual Membership
- A gift that makes gardening a bit easier
- Gardener’s Tool Seat
- A salt block that’ll up their grilling game
- Himalayan Salt Plate
- A photo book of fond memories with your in-laws
- Softcover Photo Book
- A charging hub so they don’t have to fight for the open outlet
- elago 3-in-1 Charging Hub
- A fun way to show off their cork collection
- State Map Wine Cork Trap
- A smart speaker to help them get started on a smart home
- Google Nest Mini (2nd Generation)
- A modern vase to brighten up any space
- Barro Vases
- A monthly sampling of some of the tastiest products from around the country
- An elevated serving board for your in-laws next dinner party
- Bamboo Lotus Serving Board
- A cozy gift for your mother-in-law to keep her feet warm
- Ballerina Herbal Warming Slippers
- Amazon is reportedly exploring a Kindle with a folding screen that opens and closes like a real book
- Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
- Ski slope-inspired glasses
- Sloping Ski Glasses
- A leather catchall for their keys
- Rustic Leather Catchall Tray
- A trio of unique condiments to spice up their meals
- Bushwick Kitchen Threes Knees Trio
- A shea butter bundle for softer and healthier skin
- Whipped Shea Butter Family Bundle (3-pack)
- An indoor garden for urban dwellers and herb lovers
- Click & Grow Smart Garden
- A personal fireplace they can use inside
- FLIKR Fire Personal Concrete Fireplace
- A curated wine subscription
- A nice candle with a reusable vessel
- Lafco Library Candle
- An Airbnb gift card for in-laws who love to travel
- Airbnb Gift Card
- An ultra-cozy throw
- Sophie Faux Fur Throw Blanket
- A portable massage device
- Theragun Mini
- A set of high-quality olive oil and vinegar
- Brightland Essential Capsule
- Aura frame with family photos in it
- Aura Carver Luxe Digital Picture Frame
- A hand-painted Italian mug
- Vietri Hand-Painted Italian Campagna Mug
- A pizza maker for home cooks and pizza aficionados
- Breville Crispy Crust Pizza Maker
- A gift for the father-in-law who’s a major baseball fan
- Baseball Stadium Blueprints
The 28 best gifts for your in-laws, whether you’re meeting them for the first time or have known them for years
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Gifting can already be stressful (especially around the holiday season). But when your in-laws are on the receiving end, there can be extra pressure to make sure you get the gift just right. Whether you’ve known them for years or are about to meet them for the first time, there are plenty of gifts that can show your in-laws you care.
These gifts cover all budgets and styles and can be gifted for any occasion. From photo books of memories you’ve shared to a versatile tool seat for their gardening endeavors, this list features gifts big and small we’re sure your in-laws will love.
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A customized marble wine chiller
Wood and Marble Wine Chiller
$69.00 FROM MARK & GRAHAM
Best for: The celebrators
This sleek wine chiller is something they probably don’t have but would be a welcome addition to their home. The low-key design means it’ll go with any decor and you can also get it personalized with their initials. You can pair with a bottle of wine or bubbly if it’s a special occasion like an anniversary.
An audiobook subscription
Audible Annual Membership
$149.50 FROM AMAZON
Best for: The in-law who always has a podcast on
The Amazon Audible subscription is great for entertaining the in-law who loves absorbing new information wherever they go. They can listen to anything they want from thousands of audiobooks, podcasts, documentaries, sleep programs, and more.
A gift that makes gardening a bit easier
Gardener’s Tool Seat
$46.00 FROM UNCOMMON GOODS
Best for: The gardeners
If your in-laws love nothing more than spending a day in the garden, this two-in-one tool bag and folding chair makes the perfect gift. It’s a handy workstation that will make long days of gardening a lot more comfortable and convenient.
A salt block that’ll up their grilling game
Himalayan Salt Plate
$16.95 FROM AMAZON$19.27 FROM WAYFAIR
Best for: The in-laws who sprinkle Maldon salt on everything
This is more than just a pretty pink plate, it’s actually a block of Himalayan salt. Not only can it be used to serve food, but it can actually be used to cook food too. Cooking and serving with a salt slab will up the ante on plenty of their family-favorite meals.
A photo book of fond memories with your in-laws
Softcover Photo Book
$17.00 FROM ARTIFACT UPRISING
Best for: The sentimental in-laws
If you’ve spent holidays or vacations in the past with your in-laws, a sweet photo book to bring back good memories can be a great way to show you appreciate family time with them. Artifact Uprising makes it easy with custom options at affordable prices. Or you can customize thoughtful cards for as little as $1.45 per card. You can also create a set of prints for $9.
A charging hub so they don’t have to fight for the open outlet
elago 3-in-1 Charging Hub
$19.99 FROM AMAZON$25.00 FROM ANTHROPOLOGIE
Best for: The tech-obsessed in-laws
If they’re always fighting for the last free outlet to charge their Apple products, or if they’re both big Apple fans, this hub will charge all their devices at once.
A fun way to show off their cork collection
State Map Wine Cork Trap
$35.00 FROM UNCOMMON GOODS
Best for: The in-laws who love their state
For the bunch with a bunch of state pride, give them a fun way to use their leftover wine corks and show off their favorite place. This birch-wood display makes a nice piece of wall art that’s sure to start a conversation.
A smart speaker to help them get started on a smart home
Google Nest Mini (2nd Generation)
$19.99 FROM BEST BUYOriginally $49.99 | Save 60%$19.99 FROM TARGETOriginally $49.00 | Save 59%$27.95 FROM WALMARTOriginally $49.00 | Save 43%$19.99 FROM B&H PHOTOOriginally $49.00 | Save 59%$19.99 FROM KOHL’SOriginally $49.00 | Save 59%$19.99 FROM THE HOME DEPOTOriginally $49.00 | Save 59%
Best for: The tech-hesitant
If your in-laws are not really the techie types, start them out with this small smart speaker. Nest Mini is a subtle introduction to smart technology — plus, they’ll get a kick out of communicating with Google Assistant.
A modern vase to brighten up any space
Barro Vases
$42.00 FROM WEST ELM
Best for: The in-laws with great taste
These cute vases look great in any space and come in subtle but fun yellows and blues to add a pop of color. If you want to go that extra mile, you could put some florals or dried plants in it too.
A monthly sampling of some of the tastiest products from around the country
Best for: The foodies
An elevated serving board for your in-laws next dinner party
Bamboo Lotus Serving Board
$29.99 FROM AMAZONOriginally $54.99 | Save 45%$50.00 FROM UNCOMMON GOODS
Best for: The gracious hosts
If your in-laws like to do a lot of hosting, this lotus-shaped serving tray will elevate their next dinner party. It has built-in spots for dips, crackers, cheese, veggies, and more.
A cozy gift for your mother-in-law to keep her feet warm
Ballerina Herbal Warming Slippers
$48.00 FROM UNCOMMON GOODS
Best for: The cozy-loving in-laws
Pamper your mother-in-law with these fuzzy slippers featuring removable insoles filled with aromatic lavender buds and thermally conductive flax seeds. In the winter, she can heat them up in the microwave for extra warmth, and in the summer she can throw them in the fridge for a refreshing cool down.
Amazon is reportedly exploring a Kindle with a folding screen that opens and closes like a real book
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite
$99.99 FROM AMAZONOriginally $139.99 | Save 29%$99.99 FROM BEST BUYOriginally $139.99 | Save 29%
Best for: The outdoor readers
E-readers make flipping pages easier than ever. If your in-laws inhabit the library and bookstore pretty much all the time, get them this Kindle. It’s water-resistant, can be read in the sunlight, and has long battery life.
Ski slope-inspired glasses
Sloping Ski Glasses
$58.00 FROM UNCOMMON GOODS
Best for: The annual skiers
If your in-laws are avid skiers, treat them to these fun, creative glasses that literally “slope.” It’s a great way to celebrate their favorite hobby year-round.
A leather catchall for their keys
Rustic Leather Catchall Tray
$49.00 FROM MARK & GRAHAM
Best for: The in-laws who like simple, practical gifts
Your in-laws will love this chic catchall tray for staying organized. Place on a desk, nightstand, or entryway table to hold keys, wallets, headphones, and more. You can even get it monogrammed for an extra personal touch. Choose from small, medium, large, or opt for a set of all three.
A trio of unique condiments to spice up their meals
Bushwick Kitchen Threes Knees Trio
$49.99 FROM BUSHWICK KITCHEN
Best for: The spice lovers
Adventurous eaters and hot sauce lovers will definitely enjoy using this trio of spicy condiments. Spicy honey, spicy maple, and gochujang sriracha give them all sorts of new ways to spice up their favorite foods.
A shea butter bundle for softer and healthier skin
Whipped Shea Butter Family Bundle (3-pack)
$50.00 FROM SHEA RADIANCE
Best for: The skin-care aficionados
If your in-law is into skincare, Shea Radiance’s shea butter treats dryness and produces healthier skin. You can choose from lavender, citrus, or a mix of the two scents, and if you aren’t sure what scent they would enjoy, there is also an unscented option.
An indoor garden for urban dwellers and herb lovers
Click & Grow Smart Garden
$79.95 FROM AMAZON$99.95 FROM CLICK & GROW$99.95 FROM NORDSTROM
Best for: The in-laws who can’t herb their enthusiasm
Anyone who spends time in the kitchen or garden knows how much fresh herbs can upgrade a dish. While not all climates or spaces can sustain a full herb garden, this little indoor gardening kit can, so they can top every last dish with their favorite fresh herbs.
A personal fireplace they can use inside
FLIKR Fire Personal Concrete Fireplace
$99.00 FROM AMAZON$98.00 FROM FOOD52$99.00 FROM HUCKBERRY
Best for: The in-laws who love a good bonfire
This portable fireplace is made of sturdy cement and makes for a great indoor s’mores night with the family. The fireplace will light right up with just a small amount of rubbing alcohol and a match.
A curated wine subscription
Best for: The wine connoisseurs
A wine subscription service makes their favorite pastime easier for them as they can handpick wine from around the world. They can spend time wine tasting at home with exclusive choices that match their unique palate. We also ranked it as the best wine subscription overall.
A nice candle with a reusable vessel
Lafco Library Candle
$70.00 FROM BLUEMERCURY
Best for: The candle collectors
A nice candle is always a welcomed gift. These are made to embody the scents of common places, including rooms in the house. The best part of these candles, though, is that your in-laws will be able to reuse the hand-blown glass vessel once the candle has burned down. All they have to do is put it in the freezer when the wax runs down, pop it out with a knife, and run it through the dishwasher.
An Airbnb gift card for in-laws who love to travel
Airbnb Gift Card
$100.00 FROM AMAZON$100.00 FROM AIRBNB$100.00 FROM ZOLA
Best for: The constant travelers
A tangible gift is great, but so is the gift of an unforgettable experience. For the jet-setting duo, bring them one step closer to their next vacation (as soon as vacations are safe again) with an Airbnb gift card so they can explore someplace new together. You can find more hotel and Airbnb gift card options here.
An ultra-cozy throw
Sophie Faux Fur Throw Blanket
$68.60 FROM ANTHROPOLOGIEOriginally $98.00 | Save 30%
Best for: The in-laws who love staying in
As the days get colder, they’ll more than appreciate this super soft, fuzzy throw blanket. They can curl up in it on the couch or drape it over the bed for a homier touch.
A portable massage device
Theragun Mini
$179.00 FROM AMAZONOriginally $199.00 | Save 10%$179.00 FROM THERABODYOriginally $199.99 | Save 10%
Best for: The in-laws who complain about sore muscles
If your in-law is always at the gym or needs to relieve some tension, they can use Thereabody’s Theragun Mini massager for a post-workout massage or self-care day. With three speed options, the gun can target any knot and cramp with just a press of a button.
A set of high-quality olive oil and vinegar
Brightland Essential Capsule
$112.00 FROM BRIGHTLANDOriginally $118.00 | Save 5%$112.00 FROM BLOOMINGDALE’S
Best for: The passionate chefs
We love Brightland for its beautiful packaging and delicious olive oil and vinegar. This four-piece set comes with two different bottles of extra virgin olive oil, a bottle of champagne vinegar, and a bottle of balsamic. Trust: They will use these on everything.
Aura frame with family photos in it
Aura Carver Luxe Digital Picture Frame
$179.00 FROM AMAZON$179.00 FROM AURA$179.00 FROM CRATE & BARREL
Best for: The in-laws always taking photos
In-laws can be sentimental people, so there’s no better personal gift than a digital photo frame. They can view loads of family memories from a single device. As long as the frame is hooked up to WiFi, your in-laws can enjoy the photos you’ve carefully curated, all day long. You can hear about our experience with another Aura frame, here.
A hand-painted Italian mug
Vietri Hand-Painted Italian Campagna Mug
$44.00 FROM FOOD52$44.00 FROM MACY’S
Best for: The Italy enthusiasts
Mugs are the perfect vessel for coffee, tea, soups, ice cream, and mac and cheese — the opportunities are endless. The rustic, hand-painted mug in this dinnerware set is made in and inspired by the Italian countryside.
A pizza maker for home cooks and pizza aficionados
Breville Crispy Crust Pizza Maker
$179.95 FROM WILLIAMS SONOMA$201.98 FROM WALMART
Best for: The pizza fans
Some might call this one life-changing. If they love cooking together, gift them a countertop pizza maker so they can enjoy homemade pies with the toppings of their choice in less than 10 minutes.
A gift for the father-in-law who’s a major baseball fan
Baseball Stadium Blueprints
Uncommon Goods Baseball Stadium Blueprints
$85.00 FROM UNCOMMON GOODS
Best for: The in-laws who never pass on a ball game
A little bit of history, a little bit of architecture, and a whole lot of team spirit — whether you support their favorite team or not, they’ll appreciate this thoughtful print that’ll quickly find a home on one of their walls.