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By Lizz Schumer Updated: Dec 22, 2023 Save Articleblue bow under the christmas tree christmas gift" width="2122" height="1417" />
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We've all got those people in our lives who make buying them gifts all but impossible. One of my nearest and dearest who shall remain anonymous (OK, it's my husband) buys himself everything he needs unless I put an explicit moratorium on it around his birthday or the holidays.
And while I was raised that even the best gift cards aren't as personal as a hand-chosen present, the wealth of options out there now means that's no longer true. Choosing a gift card for your loved one's favorite store or to contribute to a beloved hobby is as personalized as it comes — especially when you pair it with a thoughtful holiday card .
Besides, sometimes you just need a gift that's not exactly tailor-made. I know I'm not alone in needing a few gifts for those recipients I just don't know well, whether it's an addition to the office White Elephant exchange, a Secret Santa gift or that holiday gathering at a friend-of-a-friend's house that requires a host offering. Then there's the last-minute gift to hand to someone who gave you a present you weren't expecting. In all of these situations, a gift card can feel like a godsend.
We love these great gift cards because they let the recipient pick out their present (because who doesn't love a little retail therapy?) and may even help your friends and family members discover a new favorite shop. Pick out a holiday card, write a thoughtful message inside (one of these Christmas quotes could work nicely) and add one of these pitch-perfect gift cards. Holiday gift exchange = solved.
