Shopping for other people has always brought me joy. I have vivid memories of perusing the tables at school events like the book fair and the holiday market picking out items for everyone in my family. I also know that finding the perfect gift isn’t easy.
Anticipating what someone wants or needs is a game with varying levels of difficulty, depending on the recipient. It’s a challenge I love to face head-on, and solving that puzzle makes me happier than any present I have received. That’s why I made it the focus of my career.
As a member of HuffPost’s Shopping team, it’s my job to identify the products that will resonate most with our readers. When it comes to gift-giving, we all have busy lives, so it’s totally understandable if you don’t have the time or energy to figure out what to buy. I’m here to help.
I curated a collection of my favorite products that I have given out over the years. These foolproof recommendations will earn you the same excited gratitude from everyone on your list. HuffPost and its publishing partners may receive a commission from some purchases made via links on this page.
Every item is independently curated by the HuffPost Shopping team. Prices and availability are subject to change. Gifts For Anyone I'm a bit of a collector of Bluetooth speakers, so I've tried many brands of all shapes and sizes.
One of Altec Lansing's most recent offerings, the HydraMicro , offers fantastic sound quality while being compact enough to travel anywhere.
