One of the most challenging groups of people to buy gifts for can be family. Especially if you live far apart and don’t see one another often, it can be hard to know exactly what your parent, sibling, in-law, or grown son or daughter has been wanting or needing.

We all know a person who loves to collect accent pillows to the max. Adding another pillow to their collection gives them the added fun of arranging a new piece in their pillow display on a bed or couch. Even if your family member has minimal pillow style, accent pillows are a safe bet because they can be placed in a variety of areas and rotated seasonally, so you don’t have to worry about giving them something they already have.

Throw blankets are similarly versatile and are extremely likely to be used throughout the year. Whether it’s draped across a chair, sofa, or bed, or placed in a decorative basket for guests, a new blanket is a warm gift with a sentimental touch. For cozy accent decor that is naturally soft, consider cotton pillows and throws. Add an earthy flair when you choose neutral blankets and cushions.

Wall decor is another gifting area where it is hard to go wrong. Unless you know that your family member has limited wall space or that they live in a rented living space with restrictions on hanging wall items, this is an area where you can find some unique pieces that will distinguish their style. We love this category for college-age and young adult children since an elegant piece of wall decor can make their dorm room or apartment feel more refined.

Recommended Spring Gifts for Family & In-Laws

ANTRIM PILLOW - LILY BOUQUET | $35

QUAINT CANE BOXES - SET OF 2 | $48

QUAINT CANE BOXES - SET OF 2 | $48

QUAINT CANE BOXES - SET OF 2 | $48

QUAINT CANE BOXES - SET OF 2 | $48

Tip: If it has been a while since you visited your family member’s home or apartment, you can reference their social media posts to get a sense of their home decorating tastes! Once you have some reference photos in mind, you can compare those images to our Shop by Style section and match their sensibilities to a design category. Remember to sort price low to high if you want to focus your search under the $100 price point.

SPRING GIFT IDEAS UNDER $200 MAKE GREAT SPOUSE GIFTS

Throw blankets are similarly versatile and are extremely likely to be used throughout the year. Whether it’s draped across a chair, sofa, or bed, or placed in a decorative basket for guests, a new blanket is a warm gift with a sentimental touch. For cozy accent decor that is naturally soft, consider cotton pillows and throws. Add an earthy flair when you choose neutral blankets and cushions.

Does your partner have an eye for style? Celebrate their taste with a beautiful home accent. You can bring their favorite color into a shared space with a living room area rug or bedroom rug, or find a wall mirror that matches their taste. For more advice on mirror choices, consult our mirror style guide.

Recommended Home Gifts for Spouses

Ready to find a home gift that you…we mean…your spouse will love? Here are some of our favorites!

TICKING STRIPE INDOOR/OUTDOOR RUG – 4'x6' | $139

BALANCE LED FLOOR LAMP | $150

BUTTERFLY AND DRAGONFLY PORCELAIN MINI LAMP | $163

BECKY'S BASKET MIRROR | $178

QUIZZICAL PITCHER | $190

Tip: To keep your shopping selections under your desired price point, you can browse a category like Vanity Lights with price low to high. Note: Rug price ranges correspond to dimensions with the lowest price being the smallest size (3x5 and Smaller Rugs) and the highest price being the largest size (9x12 and Larger Rugs).

GIVE NEW HOMEOWNERS THE GIFT OF A LIGHTING OR FURNITURE UPGRADE

The first holidays in a new home are always such a special time! Whether you’re shopping for a housewarming Spring lighting gift for new homeowners or newlyweds, giving them the gift of a lighting or furniture upgrade is a meaningful gift idea. This category of gifts will be easiest for those who know the home design tastes of their recipients extremely well. If you are shopping for a more casual acquaintance, you may find other sections of this guide more helpful.

While wedding registries and housewarming parties might cover many of the small appliance and decor needs families will encounter when setting up a house, new homeowners still often have a long list of upgrades or renovations to make their living space match their personal tastes.

A stylish chandelier, pendant light, or ceiling light that can replace builder fixtures is a thoughtful lighting gift idea for new homeowners. Giving them an elegant lighting fixture can put a helpful dent in renovation costs for a central room like a dining room, kitchen, living room, or foyer. And, it can create a special reminder of your relationship with the family. If you want to give a centerpiece light fixture with cutting-edge elegance, consider a wood bead chandelier or a bohemian pendant light.

Similarly, furniture gifts can be a helpful way to assist in outfitting a new home. If you’re looking to give them a stately centerpiece for a currently empty room, a dining table or home office desk is an excellent choice. For homeowners who are further along in their home design process, stylish accents like benches, side tables, and ottomans will work well.

Tip: You may need to do some creative questioning with your gift recipient to determine the technical specifications of a lighting purchase, such as ceiling height or electrical wiring considerations. For more information on technical lighting considerations by fixture type and room, check out our Design Guides & Tips, or contact us through our customer service department with questions about specific products.

Recommended Spring Gifts for New Homeowners

Looking for a few products to narrow your search? Here are some of our favorite pieces for lighting upgrades and home renovation projects.

CURVY CANE SIDE TABLE | $98

COASTAL COTTAGE CEILING LIGHT | $258

WESTON CONSOLE | $279

DAVALYN ISLAND CHANDELIER | $298

APOGEE PENDANT | $319

Any gift you give to brighten a home is a gift that’s chosen with love. No matter which home gifts you end up choosing this Spring season, you are sure to bring a little extra joy to rooms where your friends, family, and loved ones spend so much of their time. Happy holidays and happy gifting!