2021 Holiday Gift Guide

Looking for the perfect gift for everyone on your list? We’ve got you covered with pieces from some of our favorite local stores (and beyond). Ready, set, shop!

Destination Dining

Treat your loved ones to an incredible meal at The Rutledge. A gift card to this modern American Grill in Franklin is the perfect gift for foodies and friends alike. (105 International Dr., Franklin, 615-472-1640; therutledge.com)

Holiday Lights

Whether you choose to gift these gorgeous Governor Pool House Lanterns from Bevolo or keep them for your own holiday décor, they’re a gift to all who see them. $450-$650 (bevolo.com)

In the Bag

Any fashionista would be over the moon to find this Cuoieria Fiorentina Large Bucket Bag under the tree. Made in Italy, this gorgeous calfskin bag is effortlessly chic—and holds all of your necessities. $309 (e.Allen, eakllenboutique.com)

Candy Gram

Karma Calming Caramels (from Nashville-based CBD store Flowerz) are a soothing snack with 30mg of CBD and 6mg of hemp derived from THC in each piece. Decompress after (or during) while enjoying one of these sweet treats or enjoy a few in the evening for a great night’s sleep. Starting at $10. (karma-cbd.com)

Set The Bar

If you’ve got a party host or hostess on your list this Tito’s Copper Cocktail Hour Kit is the perfect all-in-one gift set. Complete with a shaker, pint glass, jigger, muddler, strainer, bar spoon, and copper gift box, they’ll just need to add vodka to get the party started. $100 (titosvodka.com)

Keys to the Benz

Just because they don’t have a license to drive doesn’t mean kids can’t have their own wheels. This Mercedes-Benz G650 Kids Ride-On Car is the ultimate gift for the luxury loving tot in your life. $500 (Mercedes-Benz of Music City, 734 Envious Ln., 615-724-6262; mbofmc.com)

The Gift of Style

Looking for the perfect gift? Give the gift of style. Grab an Indochino gift card online and send it via email to help them get started on building that perfect look. (Indochino, 2126 Abbott Martin Rd., indochino.com)

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Ice Cream, You Scream

Hattie Jane’s Creamery is popular for scooping Southern-inspired, seasonally driven, and nostalgic flavors such as Nana Puddin’, Salted Burnt Caramel and Honeycomb, as well as several plant-based flavors, which are free of dairy, soy, gluten, and corn. There are even seasonal offerings, including the limited-time Mulled Wine, Santa’s Milk & Cookies, Peppermint Cocoa, Eggnog & Rum, Candy Cane Chip, and Apple Brandy Wassail Sorbet. With nationwide shipping, you can send your favorite flavors to friends and family near and far. $48 for a four-pint box; $68 for a six-pint box. (hattiejanescreamery.com)

Self-Care at Christmas

After a long year and a holiday season of playing host, treat a friend (or yourself) to some serious R&R with a gift card to Escape Day Spa & Salon for a bit of pampering and self-care. (Escape Day Spa & Salon; escapenashville.com)

Cocktails as Art

Give the art loving party host in your life the perfect gift basket from the Frist Art Museum gift shop: the Emperor Penguin Cocktail Shaker, bowtied, tuxedoed, and stately in stainless steel, $40; the Retro Rocket Cocktail Shaker, sleek and space-worthy in stainless steel, $41.99; a one-of-a-kind vintage mosaic plate, $50; and Art Boozel by Jennifer Croll—cocktails inspired by modern and contemporary artists, $19. Or sign them up for a gift membership and treat them to unlimited admission all year long. (919 Broadway, 615-224-3340; fristartmuseum.org)

Cross My Heart

This stunning cross necklace is as gorgeous as it is meaningful. Six emerald cut stones totaling 1.2 carats, mounted in 18k white gold make this piece a showstopper. $6,840 (Grogan Jewelers by Lon, 1800 Galleria Blvd., Ste. 1300, Franklin, 615-716-8626; groganjewelers.com)

Holiday Cheers

Give the gift that keeps on giving: a Jack Daniel’s gift set: a 750 ml bottle of the beloved local spirit and two rocks glasses. Just be ready to share. Prices vary. (Available at local liquor stores.)

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A Jolly Dolly Christmas

The limited edition of Dolly Parton’s New York Times bestselling book Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics has gilded page edges and a ribbon bookmark inside a clamshell box wrapped in denim, evoking the legendary singer’s iconic style. The collector’s item also includes a 45 record on pink vinyl featuring two never-before- released demo songs, “I Don’t Care” and “The Fall,” encased in a printed sleeve with lyrics on the back. The rollout of the limited edition includes 150 copies that will be sold separately with Dolly Parton’s signature on the vinyl sleeve—perfect for the Dolly fan in your life. (And honestly, who among us is not one?) $250 (chroniclebooks.com)

Drinking with the Duke

Duke Grand Cru Founders Reserve Reposado, Extra Añejo, and a six-year-old Commemorative Extra Añejo Limited Edition were created to commemorate and honor John Wayne’s love for Mexico, his connection to the land, and his pursuit of the perfect tequila. Every Duke Grand Cru Tequila bottle purchased will support the John Wayne Cancer Foundation, which funds novel and innovative programs that improve cancer patients’ outcomes and saves lives through research, education, awareness, and support. Prices vary. (dukespirits.com/spirits)

Not Playing Around

This beautiful oversized acrylic domino set in black and white is a modern, elegant gift that’s as beautiful as it is functional. $217 (Corzine & Co., 4005 Hillsboro Pke., Ste. 103, 615-385-0140; corzineco.com)

A Beautiful Idea

Having a hard time shopping for the beauty lover on your list? A Blowout Co. gift card and products from their Kevin Murphy or Davines lines are sure to please even the pickiest primper. Prices vary. (blowoutco.com)

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A New Flame

Give a gift that sets the mood with No. 1, the debut candle from The Callaway Collection. With notes of Egyptian geranium, rose, jasmine, patchouli, and more, this heavenly soy-based candle is the perfect gift for anyone on your list. You’ll probably want to snag one for yourself, too. $48 (thecallawaycollection.store)

A Gift that Gives Back

’Tis the season to shop sustainably. Nisolo has ethically made shoes and accessories for both men and women made with comfort, function, and design in mind. You can shop online or at their flagship store located in the Buchanan Arts District. Prices vary. (1803 9th Ave. N, 615-953-1087; nisolo.com)

Picture Perfect Plate

The ornithophile in your life will love this Ceramic Game Bird transferware plate made in the Pheasant pattern by Johnson Brothers of England. $28.50 (GasLamp Antiques, 100 Powell Pl., Ste. 200, 615-297-2224; gaslampantiques.com)

Whiskey Swag

Pledge your love to Tennessee’s most popular spirit with a mix of merch from local favorite Uncle Nearest. Apolis Tote in Natural or Black, $68; Marshall’s Haute Sauce Uncle Nearest 1856 Whiskey Smoked Ghost Sauce, $10; Marshall’s Haute Sauce Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey BBQ Rub, $6; Jacobsen Salt Co. Uncle Nearest 1856 Premium Whiskey Salt, $15. (unclenearest.com)

Spice Up Your Holiday

Puckett’s Gro. & Restaurant’s flavor-packed dry spices, BBQ sauces, and marinades are the perfect gift for the grill master in your life and a great complement to your favorite recipes at the holidays and all year long. Starting at $4. (pucketsgro.com)

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Raise a Glass

These gorgeous Vietri Drop Glasses from Gracious Home are a perfect host/hostess gift. Available in a range of colors and in multiple styles—stemless wine, short tumblers, champagne, and stemmed wine glasses, as well as a decanter—they’re a festive and elegant present. $49-$141 (1124 W McEwen, Franklin, 615-612-0659; gracioushome.com)

Brush with Greatness 

Beauty buffs will love this Aveda Wooden Paddle Brush ($30) from Spoke & Weal. It’s great for blow-drying and also for invigorating for the scalp. The wooden handle feels good to the touch, and they last forever. It’s a gift that keeps on giving. And for an added beauty bonus, include a gift card for services or treatments at the salon. (4000 Hillsboro Pike, Ste. 300, 615-982-1653; spokeandweal.com)

Meat Cute

Enjoy Music City’s premier dining experience for less! Jeff Ruby’s Steakhouse gift cards are 20 percent off December 12-25. Treat everyone on your list to a decadent dinner at one of our Top Steakhouses in Nashville. Prices vary. (300 4th Ave. N, 615-434-4300; jeffruby.com)

Garden Party

What better way to spend a year than to experience the ever-changing landscape at Cheekwood? Give the gift of membership, which includes unlimited free general admission; reciprocal admission to nearly 330-plus botanical gardens, arboreta, and conservatories nationwide, and over 60 museums in the Southeast; discounts on classes and at the Cheekwood Gift Shop and Café 29, exclusive invitations and events; and so much more. (1200 Forrest Park Dr., 615-356-8000; cheekwood.org)

Winter Wine Wonderland 

Get extra festive with seasonal bottles from ONEHOPE, the wine that gives back. The Sleigh All Day Brut Sparking Wine is a perfect holiday wine with an etched shimmering bottle. And as an added gift, ONEHOPE is funding $50,000.00 in Holiday Magic Grants to families with special needs children in December through the ONEHOPE Foundation. $49 (onehopewine.com)

Be Jeweled

Looking for a gift that will leave her smitten? These drop Tiffany Knot earrings are crafted with 18k yellow gold and pavé diamonds, then polished by hand for high shine. They're an elegant—and romantic—way to say happy holidays. (Tiffany & Co., 2126 Abbott Martin Rd., 615-298-5747; tiffany.com)

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A Holiday Drive

Even the youngest drivers can power this RH scoot, which is designed without pedals for easy mobility. Its streamlined silhouette was inspired by vintage European race cars. The sturdy seat and silver-walled rubber tires promise a smooth ride through the backyard and beyond. $349 (rhbabyandchild.rh.com)

Sweets for Your Sweet

Inspired by the French classicism, Maison Bonange strives to create noble and gourmand chocolates inspired by the flavors of yesteryear. Their creations are covered with genuine Toile de Jouy, the royal fabric. These chocolate bars are molded in the image of the Marble Court of the Château de Versailles and the company emblem is a representation of a little angel affiliated to Marie- Antoinette. All bars are designed, made, and packed with care in the heart of the Cité Royale of Versailles. Choose from an array of 16 chocolate bars from Maison Bonange. (The dark chocolate covered with 24K gold is only available for the holidays.) $10.50 (littlegourmand.us)

Chic Lit

These colorful coffee table books by Assouline will add a pop of pizzaz to your living space—and entice you to check out destinations known and unknown. $95 (Epergne, 6592 TN-100, Ste. 100, 615-840-6431; shopepergne.com)

Cozy Kids

If Santa’s looking for adorable ideas, he need look no further than these matching sets from Chaser. While we love the rainbow Alien Invasion pants ($48) and shirt ($44) and the Christmas Cookie pants ($48) and shirt ($48) there’s a set to fit every personality. (chaserbrand.com)

Christmas in a Can

Looking for a fun twist on the gift of wine? Look no further. Comb & Hive, a new fizzy canned wine made with wildflower honey made by Heineken USA. It’s a light and lush drink made with wildflower honey and real sugar fermented to harmonious perfection, topped with orange blossom and a light fizz. With only two grams of sugar and an ABV of 6.9 percent, Comb & Hive delivers refreshing and unique flavors in every can. Cheers! (combandhive.com)

An Evening Inn

A gift card to the Germantown Inn is a great gift for out-of-town parents and in-laws, a weekend getaway for your friends, or a romantic staycation for your partner. The only hotel in Nashville’s historic Germantown neighborhood, a stay at the locally- owned boutique inn, which features a modern design, historic charm, complimentary breakfast, and a wine + cheese hour each evening, puts guests walking distance from amazing restaurants, attractions, shopping, and more. Or order in, put on a movie and enjoy the 10 guest rooms’ cozy robes and incredibly soft beds! (Email innkeeper@germantowninn.com or 615-581-1218.)

CBD Seasons Greetings

Give the gift of balance with Anzie Blue’s CBD Nocturne Tincture ($140). Containing 1,000 mg of CBD, this product is intended for daily use to help with an overall feeling of focus and balance. Pair it with a CBD Bath Bomb ($12) for added relaxation after a stressful day. (2111 Belcourt Ave., Ste. 101, 615-866-9545; anzieblue.com)