If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. 26 Thoughtful Gifts Our Editors Love to Bring to the Host of a Party Thank your favorite party host with one of these stylish, sophisticated presents. Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma, The Sill, Tuckernuck Whether it's a Friday night dinner or a holiday soirée, it's good etiquette to bring your host a gift. And while his or her go-to bottle of wine is always appreciated, it's fun to get a little creative with your gift selection. Your host is a natural entertainer, one who is not just the source of the party but the heartbeat of it, too. For example, you could try entertaining-focused gifts they can use at their next event (think embroidered napkins or a stunning cake stand) or elevated presents to pull out after the party has ended (like a sophisticated scented candle or piece of home decor). Any of these thoughtful gifts will delight and serve as a token of your gratitude. What to Bring to a Dinner Party, According to Etiquette Experts 01 of 26 Anthropologie Fluted Taper Candles Credit: Courtesy of Anthropologie Tall, statement-making taper candles add a sophisticated touch to any table or mantel, and your host will love that these candles feature an elegant fluted design. $30 at Anthropologie 02 of 26 Tuckernuck Home Cream and Rattan Beaded Napkin Ring Set Credit: Courtesy of Tuckernuck This set of four stylish napkin rings will add an elevated flair to your host's arsenal of entertaining essentials. The neutral colors fit with most aesthetics, and the beading adds a touch of whimsey. $48 $29 at Tnuck.com 03 of 26 Williams-Sonoma Original Peppermint Bark Credit: Courtesy of A tin of beautifully packaged peppermint bark is almost always well-received. The popular host gift from Williams-Sonoma is made from custom-blended Guittard chocolate and double-distilled peppermint oil. $35 at Williams-Sonoma 04 of 26 Coral & Tusk Arctic Tree Tea Towel Credit: Coral & Tusk The embroidered goods from Coral & Tusk will make any host smile! They are delightful and whimsical and so beautifully crafted. We love a selection like this tea towel, which would be ridiculously charming wrapped around a bottle of bubbly. $52 at Coralandtusk.com 05 of 26 Ten Thousand Villages Bowl of Berries Colander Credit: Courtesy of Ten Thousand Villages How darling is this handcrafted colander for berries? Made in Nepal by fairly-paid artisans, it’s the perfect size for cherries, blueberries, raspberries, and more. $45 at Tenthousandvillages.com 06 of 26 The Ultimate Bar Book: The Comprehensive Guide to Over 1,000 Cocktails Credit: Courtesy of Amazon With a whopping 10,000 reviews on Amazon and a near-perfect rating, this cocktail book is a safe bet for hosts with home bars. It’s beautifully bound and chock-full of recipes, tips, and more. $14 at Amazon 07 of 26 Grounds and Hounds Rescue Roast Coffee Credit: Courtesy of Grounds and Hounds The aromatic scent of coffee—and that soft, smooth taste—will definitely be a gift your host appreciates. As a bonus, 100 percent of all profits generated by Rescue Roast Blend are donated to a new pet rescue organization each month. $17 at Groundsandhoundscoffee.com 08 of 26 The Sill Olive Tree Credit: Courtesy of The Sill Flowers are a perfect pick when walking into a host’s home, but why not switch things up a bit with a plant? This gorgeous olive tree from The Sill comes in an earthy pot available in black, cream, blue, green, and stone white. $80 at Thesill.com 09 of 26 Hawkins New York Brass Soap Stand Credit: Courtesy of Hawkins New York Take the soap bar in your host's guest bathroom to new heights with this brass holder, which works across multiple design aesthetics. $24 at Hawkinsnewyork.com 10 of 26 Joanna Buchanan Gold Trim Dinner Napkins (2) Credit: Courtesy of Joanna Buchanan This sophisticated duet of hand towels from Joanna Buchanan adds the perfect touch to any dinner for two. Along with duck blue, the brand has many other colors to choose from. $56 at Joannabuchanan.com 11 of 26 Dear Annabelle Superlative Place Cards Credit: Courtesy of Dear Annabelle At your host's next dinner party, expect to sit down and find "Best Gift Giver" on your superlative place card. $60 at Dearannabelle.com 12 of 26 Williams Sonoma Marble Wine Chiller Credit: Courtesy of Williams-Sonoma Give their bar cart an upgrade with this sleek marble wine chiller that looks as good empty as it does doing its job. $70 at Williams-Sonoma 13 of 26 Aesop Aromatique Room Spray Credit: Courtesy of Nordstrom Infuse your host's home with notes of geranium, incense, and patchouli by way of this room spray; the fragrance lasts for hours. $66 at Nordstrom 14 of 26 Brass Monkey Incredibly Pointless Trivia Credit: Courtesy of Amazon Show up with this fun trivia game, and you might just be the life of the party. The deck includes 200 trivia questions and is meant to slightly mislead you on the answer. $14 at Amazon 15 of 26 Jane Austen's Table: Recipes Inspired by the Works of Jane Austen Credit: Morgan LIbrary For the host with a taste for the Regency era, this pretty collection of more than 50 recipes inspired by the novels of Jane Austen will bring their Mr Darcy (or Elizabeth Bennet!) dreams to fruition. Think recipes like Charles Bingley’s White Soup, Box Hill Picnic Pies, General Tilney’s Hot Chocolate, and Donwell Abbey Strawberry and Rose Delice. $20 at Themorgan.org 16 of 26 18 Chestnuts Plant Based Soup Trio Credit: Courtesy of Amazon No time to whip up some homemade soup to bring to your party host? Opt for the next best thing. This gourmet trio from 18 Chestnuts includes Carrot Ginger Dill, Tuscan Tomato, and Butternut Squash Pear Soup—all packaged in tall slender jars. $44 at Amazon 17 of 26 Skeem Glass Match Cloche with Striker Credit: Courtesy of Amazon If your host is a candle lover, there’s a good chance they’ve already got a nice stash to work from. Consider, instead, this gorgeous cloche for their matches. $36 at Amazon 18 of 26 Leaves of Leisure The Four Seasons Tea Bundle Credit: Courtesy of Leaves of Leisure This delicious tea set from Leaves of Leisure includes a batch of teas for every season: Autumn Breeze, Snow Angel, Picnic in the Park, and Sun Soaked. Each includes 15 tea bags housed in a beautifully illustrated, durable paper container. $79 at Leavesofleisure.com 19 of 26 Graza Extra Virgin Olive Oil "The Gift Set" Credit: Courtesy of Graza A gorgeous olive oil gift set is one your giftee will reach for over and over again—especially if it’s a high-quality version like this one from Graza. The set comes with a cooking and drizzle-worthy extra virgin olive oil. $42 at Graza.co 20 of 26 Icelandic Elements Sea Salt Collection Credit: Courtesy of Uncommon Goods Salt is a must for everything you do in the kitchen—eggs, vegetables, meats, casseroles, and even desserts. This beautiful quartet from Icelandic Elements features four salts from the island, including Birch Smoked, Arctic Thyme, Flaky Sea Salt, and Lava Salt. $45 at Uncommon Goods 21 of 26 Harry & David Snack Lovers Gift Box Credit: Courtesy of Harry & David You’ll be well-greeted when your host opens up the door seeing you holding a yummy snack box. Caramel popcorn, sausages, cheese, nuts, and mixed nuts is included in this set from Harry & David. $50 at Harry & David 22 of 26 FinaMill Battery-Operated Pepper Mill & Spice Grinder Credit: Courtesy of Amazon This fancy pepper and spice grinder has been making the waves on social media, largely because it makes cooking and seasoning easier and more fun. It uniquely allows you to swap and grind different spices with just one hand. $69 at Amazon 23 of 26 Hotel Lobby Candle Credit: Courtesy of Neiman Marcus Candles are a great host gift, but picking the perfect scent can be a little tricky since everyone has their own preferences. One inspired by a high-end hotel lobby, however, is bound to satisfy all tastes. $58 at Neiman Marcus 24 of 26 Pure Enrichment PureGlow Crystal Himalayan Salt Lamp and Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser Credit: Courtesy of Amazon Here’s a simple way to add a dollop of ambience to your giftee’s space. This two-in-one diffuser features beautiful himalayan salt at the bottom that softly glows while emitting a fine mist of fragrance. $70 at Amazon 25 of 26 FEBU Swedish Dishcloths Credit: Courtesy of Amazon These reusable—and compostable!—dish towels look way nicer than any paper towel roll ever could. $17 at Amazon 26 of 26 Grown Alchemist Hand Wash in Sweet Orange, Cedarwood, Sage Credit: Courtesy of Grown Alchemist This gentle hand wash is the perfect gift for the host who appreciatesan aesthetically pleasing bathroom. The sleek bottle looks great next tothe sink, and the formula—a blend of sweet orange, cedarwood, andsage—will have users' hands smelling fresh and feeling clean. $39 at Grownalchemist.com Explore more: Holiday Planning & Ideas Holiday Gifts