10 Great Holiday Gifts for Clients

By MBO Partners • December 3, 2024
time 4 MIN
gifts for clients
Key points
  • Show your clients you care with an original and considerate gift this holiday season.
  • Discover ideas for all kinds of gifts your clients will appreciate.

The holiday season is always busy and taking time to find the perfect little something for your client can be an added stress. Rather than settling for a last-minute gift card or fruit basket, take advantage of our annual holiday gift guide.

We’ve scoured the web and polled our team members to find some of the most creative and thoughtful gifts you can give to clients that will be both unexpected and appreciated.

Various pictures of gift ideas for your clients.

1. For the Reader

If your client is an avid reader, a book light ($11) that is dimmable, rechargeable, and color adjustable will certainly be appreciated. Or a set of cozy slippers ($95) always pairs well with a good book. If you’re not sure which way to go, try a subscription to The New YorkerThe EconomistBloomberg Businessweek, or Wired.

2. For Home Office Worker

For clients who work from home, consider a gift to help add comfort and style to their workspace. They’ll be sure to appreciate a beautiful porcelain mug (from $27), or a fancy one ($149) that keeps their beverage at the perfect temperature. Or, consider a colorful punch-dot calendar ($52) that is both fun and stylish.

3. For the Green Thumb

If your client is a plant enthusiast, this philodendron (from $24) will add a welcome touch of green and is easy to grow. Or, if your client is a bit whimsical, how about a Lego orchid ($50)— no watering required.

4. For the Hard-To-Shop For

Do you have a client that defies all categories? If you’re not sure what to get, you can’t go wrong with a cool flameless lighter ($32). Or a beautiful enameled pitcher ($53) that comes in a variety of beautiful colors will make a statement at the dining table or the perfect centerpiece for a bouquet of flowers.

5. For the Home Chef

For the client who is always trying new recipes, you can’t go wrong with the Fly By Jing mini sampler set ($22). Or, help them up their flavor game with this chic cast iron spice grinder ($45) or the most delicious extra virgin olive oil ($16) for cooking.

6. For the Host

If your client loves to entertain consider a colorful candle ($40) that is meant to bring both design and a sense of joy to your living space.  ($27). Or this tasteful, hand-blown cocktail glass trio ($102) is sure to please.

7. For the Sweet Tooth

If your client loves a little something sweet, you can’t go wrong with a Tony’s Chocoloney variety pack ($10). This addictive chocolate is melt-in-your-mouth delicious! Or, if chocolate isn’t their thing, these popular Jeni’s ice cream pints ($58) just might be the way to their heart.

8. For the Traveler

For the client who is always on the go, consider a gift that helps make their travel experience a bit more enjoyable. This travel-sized, rinse-free hand wash ($10) smells divine and is moisturizing to boot. Or, how about a set of leakproof magnetized containers (from $45) for toiletries that seasoned travelers swear by.

9. For the Caffeine Aficionado

For the client who always has a cup of joe at hand, these beautiful coffee scoops ($14) are sure to up their game. Or, how about craft instant coffee ($25) from Blue Bottle? If tea is more their style, opt for this tea and honey sampler ($33) from acclaimed master tea blenders Harney & Sons.

10. For the Gift that Gives Back

A gift that supports a nonprofit or people in need can be particularly meaningful during the holiday season. Gift a home-cooked meal ($40) or dog treat box ($40) from the Women’s Bean Project—a nonprofit with the goal of supporting women by helping to establish stepping stones to self-sufficiency. Or, consider this spice beverage trio ($37) from Diaspora Co.—a queer- and BIPOC-owned business that is committed to paying spice farmers a living wage.

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