Whether you're heading to a delectable dinner party [1] or crashing with a friend for a few days, being invited into someone else's home is a great honor. (We mean, just think about all the legwork it takes to get a space guest-ready.) So, the very least you can do is pick them up a little something as a token of your appreciation.
Sure, a bottle of wine [2] or fresh bouquet of flowers [3] are obvious choices that will certainly get your host's seal of approval. But, if you really want to guarantee another invite, might we recommend kicking things up a notch?
That's where Nordstrom [4] comes in. As the purveyor of all things stylish, the retailer has something to elevate every facet of your life — yes, even your guest game. Go ahead, check out the best hosting gifts Nordstrom has to offer. With a bunch of options and price points to choose from, you're just a few clicks away from landing on the VIP list.
Tea Time: Flavor Purveyor Bubble Tea Kit
Want to give your host the invaluable gift of a caffeine boost, but tea or coffee feels a tad overplayed? This Flavor Purveyor Bubble Tea Kit [6] ($30) will be a welcomed addition to their daily routine. (Plus, this bundle even comes with two reusable straws that they can use over and over again.)
Pretty Puzzle: Jiggy Swim Club 450-Piece Puzzle
For a stylish way to pass the time, reach for this Jiggy Swim Club 450-Piece Puzzle [7] ($40). Not only is this puzzle's packaging Insta-worthy in its own right, but your guests can also frame this piece once it's assembled.
Get Saucy: TRUFF 3-Pack Variety Hot Sauce Bundle
Foodies will find a lot to love about this TRUFF 3-Pack Variety Hot Sauce Bundle [8] ($72). With three flavors to choose from — including one with extra heat — these truffle-infused hot sauces will become a staple of their meals.
Get Lit: Mala the Brand Fireside Candle
Let's be real, you can never go wrong with a delicious candle. This Mala the Brand Fireside Candle [9] ($30) will be the perfect thing to light during the colder months, thanks to its notes of black amber, lavender, and musk.
Cool Candle: Dusen Dusen Set of 4 Taper Candles
Or, if you want to get your host something they can proudly display in their home, Dusen Dusen's Set of 4 Taper Candles [10] ($28) will work overtime to elevate their tablescape.
Card Shark: Misc. Goods Co. Playing Cards Deck
Take a standard poker night to the next level with the help of this Misc. Goods Co. Playing Cards Deck [11] ($15). Founder Tyler Deeb reimagined these cards with clever line illustrations, giving this set an artful edge.
Mug Marvel: Recreation Center Mug
We can't back this up with science just yet, but we're pretty convinced there's a direct correlation between using a cute mug and having a great day. Fortunately, this Recreation Center Mug [12] ($46) strikes that happy medium between form and function.
Pen Pal: Moglea Hillier Set of 6 Note Cards
In a world where texts, direct messages, and video chats reign supreme, putting pen to paper might seem a little...well, old-school. But, as Moglea Hillier's Note Cards [13] ($20) proves, snail mail is making major comeback. After all, who wouldn't want to receive one of these abstract notes in their mailbox?
Wine Wonder: Goodee x Graf Lantz Wine-O Wine Glass Markers
Throwing a dinner party is all fun and games until guests start to get their wine glasses mixed up. But, thanks to Goodee x Graf Lantz's Wine-O Wine Glass Markers [14] ($19), guests can toast the crowd, knowing they're not cross-contaminating their vino. (Trust us, these markers are a must-have for any host.)
Take a Soak: Yuzu Soap Bath Bomb Cubes
Let's not sugarcoat things: hosting is hard work. Once their hospitality duties are done, they can kick back and relax with these Yuzu Soap Bath Bomb Cubes [15] ($18).
Say Cheese: Dansk Niklas Acacia Wood Cheese Board with Knives
When in doubt, grab this Dansk Niklas Acacia Wood Cheese Board with Knives [16] ($60). Not only does this offer a convenient spot for hosts to place their gouda and asiago, but it'll also double as a work of art.
Stylish Succulent: Bloomr Desert Echeveria Succulent Planter
Trade in your bouquet of bodega blooms for Bloomr's Desert Echeveria Succulent Planter [17] ($59). They'll offer just as much visual intrigue — but will last a lot longer than a batch of flowers.
Practical Pour: Lsa Borough Wine Carafe
Want to take your host's wine collection to the next level? Add this Lsa Borough Wine Carafe [18] ($45) to your cart. This pick is more than good looks: it's designed to air out that wine, emphasizing all its flavor and nuances to the surface in the process.
Blissful Blanket: Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket
If you want to invest in your host's comfort, this Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Throw Blanket [19] ($147) will have them feeling like they're snuggling up on cloud nine.
Art of the Matter: 'Palm Beach' Book
Ready to give their coffee table some extra love? Consider gifting them this 'Palm Beach' Book [20] ($95). We know we shouldn't judge a book by its cover, but this wanderlust-packed tome is awe-inspiring from the outside in.