Luxury Thanksgiving Gifts to Wow Your Hostess in 2024

by Albert Varkki updated 10-29-2024

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Luxurious thanksgiving gifts to wow your hostess and bring smiles to thanksgiving dinner.

If a traditional bottle of wine or thankyou card isn't good enough, then these gifts are for you.

The best luxury thanksgiving gift uses high-quality materials and is personalized, to make the receiver feel extra special.

Here are our top picks:

Best Luxury Thanksgiving Gifts

W2 Leather Purse

w2 leather purse

MaterialPremium Italian Nappa Leather
Detachable FeatureDetachable card holder
StorageAbundant storage space with compartments for cards, cash, travel documents, and even a smartphone
RFID ProtectionYes
Design OriginHandcrafted in Florence, Italy
Colors AvailableDeep Red, Classic Cognac, Solid Brown, Elegant Black
ZipperJapanese YKK Zipper
Card CapacityFits at least 8 cards
Additional FeaturesZipped coin pocket, two cash compartments, removable card and cash holder with magnet
PersonalizedOption to add initials, names, dates, logos, phrases, or personal messages
PackagingComes in an elegant gift box

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Pros Cons
Premium Quality Material Size might be large for some
Elegant Practicality Slightly heavier than some purses
Abundant Storage
Versatility
RFID Protection
Durable Lining
Sustainability

Isabella Shoulder Bag

Isabella Shoulder Bag

Best for stylishly carrying essentials while you're on the move, the Isabella Shoulder Bag is practical, cute, and stylish.

Isabella Shoulder Bag Product Highlights:

MaterialPremium Italian full-grain leather
ClosureMagnetic snap closure
OriginCertified Italian vegetable-tanned leather from Tuscany
CraftsmanshipMade in Florence, Italy by skilled artisans
Inner LiningFine Italian cotton lining
Zipper QualityJapanese YKK zippers
SustainabilitySupports local communities and eco-friendly
Inner PocketOne zipped pocket inside
Shoulder StrapAdjustable and detachable
VersatilityCan be carried as a crossbody bag or clutch purse
PersonalizedOption to personalize with initials or a special message
Unique and Thoughtful GiftSuitable for any occasion, showcasing thoughtfulness

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Our review:

"This unisex bag for work could be for you if you're seeking something that offers fantastic longevity and comes with a range of highly desirable features. The bag has been manufactured in Florence by extremely skilled Italian craftsmen and is made from luxury full-grain leather. It has a magnetic snap closure and a suede leather interior, and there is also an adjustable leather strap to give you more comfort. You can wear it as a crossbody or a shoulder bag. The bag gives you capacity to carry notebooks, phones, wallets and various office essentials. Why not take a closer look today?"
Pros Cons
Made of full grain leather Price point may be considered a worthwhile investment
Durable and long-lasting Weight adds to its overall quality and strength
Multiple compartments for organized storage Proper care and maintenance will ensure its longevity
Designed for women
Stylish design
Can be worn as a shoulder bag or a crossbody bag
Comfortable to wear

Deluxe Leather Glasses Case

Deluxe Leather Glasses Case for women

MaterialPremium Italian full-grain Nappa leather
InteriorBlack velvet
ClosureDurable Japanese-made Kanem snap button
PersonalizedCan be personalized for a special gift
PackagingComes with a gift box and a gift bag
Leather QualityFull grain, soft, flexible, and pleasant to touch
SustainabilitySupports local communities and eco-friendly
StyleHandcrafted with a special tanning process
Color OptionsSolid brown, Elegant black

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Pros Cons
Made of full grain leather Price point may be considered a little high for a glasses case
Durable and long-lasting Size may not fit larger glasses
Stylish and elegant design
Soft interior lining to protect glasses
Compact and easy to carry
Suitable for both men and women

Elegance Leather Tote Bag

Elegance Tote Bag

Best for carrying work essentials in style, the Elegance Leather Tote Bag is perfect for business meetings and daily commutes.

Elegance Tote Bag Product Highlights:

Material OriginCertified Italian vegetable-tanned leather from Tuscany
Laptop SleeveSpecifically designed slot for up to a 14" laptop
Interior QualityRobust Italian cotton canvas lining, pleasant to touch
Zipper DurabilityRenowned Japanese YKK zippers ensuring longevity
CraftsmanshipHandcrafted in family-owned studios in Florence, Italy
Sustainability CommitmentSupports traditional craftsmanship and eco-friendly practices
Leather TreatmentLeather treated with sustainable methods, ensuring quality and origin
Wear ResistanceDesigned for frequent use without excessive wear and tear
Handle StrengthHandles crafted to carry laptops, documents, and books securely

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Our review:

"There's no need to settle for less when you require a unisex bag that appeals to men and women alike. This bag offers ample space for a wide range of work essentials and comes complete with a sleeve that will accommodate a 14 inch wide laptop. The bag blends modern functionality with traditional design and is manufactured from sophisticated Italian full-grain leather. It also comes with a large main compartment and a vast pocket for a tablet or similar device. Other features include a YKK zipper, cotton lining, three pens slots and a zipped pocket for smaller items. Carry the bag on your shoulder or in your hand thanks to the strong leather straps."
Pros Cons
Made of full grain leather Price point may be considered a worthwhile investment
Durable and long-lasting Weight adds to its overall quality and strength
Spacious and versatile Proper care and maintenance will ensure its longevity
Suitable for both professional and casual use
Multiple compartments for organized storage
Stylish design

Minimalist Leather Card Holder

Minimalist Leather Card Holder

Color Options Dark Brown, Elegant Black, Deep Red
Material Premium Italian Full-Grain Leather
Compact Design Fits easily into pockets or small bags
RFID Protection Provides RFID blocking technology for added security
Gift Packaging Arrives in an elegant gift box, ready for gifting
High-Quality Craftsmanship Meticulously crafted by skilled artisans in Florence, Italy
Versatile Use Perfect for holding credit cards, ID, and business cards
Durable and Long-Lasting Made with exceptional full grain leather for lasting quality
Timeless Style Complements both formal and casual attire
Customizable Option to personalize with initials or a special message
Unique and Thoughtful Gift Suitable for any occasion, showcasing thoughtfulness
Sustainability Business practices support local communities and are eco-friendly

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Pros Cons
Premium Italian Full-Grain Leather Limited Capacity
Made in Italy Price
Lining with Special Properties
Sustainability
RFID Protection
Personalizable

W1 Leather Purse

w1 leather purse

W1 Leather Purse Product Highlights:

MaterialPremium Italian Nappa Full Grain Leather
OriginHandcrafted in Florence, Italy
Leather QualitySoft, flexible, and pleasant to touch
LiningDurable and water-repellent polyester fabric
RFID ProtectionYes
StorageAbundant storage space
PersonalizedOption to personalize
SustainabilitySupports local communities and eco-friendly
Special FeatureTransparent pocket fits a picture sized 8.5 cm x 5.4 cm
ScentNatural leather scent

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Pros Cons
Premium Italian Nappa Leather Size Limitation for Phone
Made in Italy Might be bulky for some
Special Lining Limited color options
Sustainability
RFID Protection
Abundant Storage Space
Personalizable

Minimalist (croc print) Leather Card Holder

cards and cah leather card holder for women

Color OptionsAvailable in Dark Brown Croc Print and Elegant Black Croc Print
MaterialPremium Italian Full-Grain Leather
Compact DesignFits easily into pockets or small bags
RFID ProtectionProvides RFID blocking technology for added security
Origin & CraftsmanshipMade in Italy, crafted by skilled artisans
PersonalizedCan be personalized with a custom engraving
SustainabilityCommitted to sustainability and supporting local communities
Gift PackagingArrives in an elegant gift box, ready for gifting

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ProsCons
Premium Italian Full-Grain LeatherPremium Price
Minimalist DesignLimited Capacity
RFID Protection 
Certified Italian Vegetable-Tanned Leather 
Made in Italy 
Personalized 
Stylish 
Sustainability Focused 

Majestic Leather Valet Tray

Majestic Leather Valet Tray

Best for keeping your desk organized and stylish, the Majestic Leather Valet Tray is perfect for workspaces and home offices.

MaterialPremium Italian full-grain Nappa leather
InteriorLuxurious suede lining
Button ClosuresDurable Japanese-made Kanem snap buttons
PersonalizedOption to engrave with initials or a special message
PackagingComes with a gift box and a gift bag
SustainabilitySupports local communities and eco-friendly practices
FunctionalityStylish and functional design for organizing essentials
Unique FeaturesHigh-quality Japanese Kanem snap buttons for lasting use
Soft TouchSpecial tanning process for a soft and flexible finish
Thoughtful GiftSuitable for any occasion, showcasing elegance and thoughtfulness

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Pros Cons
Made of full grain leather Price point may be considered a bit high for some
Durable and long-lasting
Spacious and versatile
Convenient way to organize everyday essentials
Stylish design
Can be used at home or in the office

W3 Leather Purse

w3 small leather purse

Color Options Deep Red, Solid Brown
Material Premium Italian Nappa Full-Grain Leather
Origin Handcrafted in Florence, Italy
Storage Space Abundant
RFID Protection Yes
Lining Material Durable and Water-Repellent Polyester
Sustainability Supports local communities and sustainable practices
Personalized Personalize this purse with an engraving for a special gift.

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Pros Cons
Premium Italian Nappa Leather Limited Color Options
Made in Italy Price
Lining with Special Properties
Sustainability
RFID Protection

Benefits

older hostess receiving gift on thanksgiving

Holidays are about festivities, loved ones, and shedding the stresses and burdens of daily life.

Adding a bit of luxury to the holidays, especially if it is done thoughtfully and strategically, can amplify that effect and trigger that holiday frame of mind.

Elevate someone’s Thanksgiving this year with a luxury gift to mark the festivities. The benefits are numerous.

Personal Elevation

By adding in a touch of luxury, the enjoyment of the holiday is increased. It removes it yet further from the everyday, highlighting the special nature of the day.

Versatility in Use

Just because it is meant for Thanksgiving, doesn’t mean you can never use it for other purposes.

Yes, we do recommend you keep it for special occasions, but that can mean any special day that makes you thankful, be that an anniversary, birthday, graduation, promotion, or other special event.

Compatibility with Renowned Brands

Most luxury brands go well with other luxury brands – that comes from them both being made from high-end materials and by skilled craftspeople – so you can give a luxury gift with more confidence, knowing that it will suit, or even elevate, its surroundings.

Memorable Impressions

A great gift makes a strong impression, and strong impressions last. Your thoughtfulness and taste will be appreciated, especially since you are sharing it with the recipient, complementing or elevating their style with your well-chosen gift.

Longevity and Durability

High quality often means durability and long-lasting beauty. With proper care, a luxury item can last years, decades, or even generations.

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How to Choose

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Choosing a gift is often a daunting task, but with a few pieces of guidance from the professionals, that daunting task can easily turn into an exciting and rewarding adventure.

Here are a few of our tips to keep you on target, and enjoying the process.

Recipient Preferences

Consider the personal style and taste of the recipient. Is their style minimalist, rustic, classic, flamboyant, or bohemian? Something else? Please take into account their hobbies and interests. Consider, too, whether they love items that are just for decoration, or if your gift needs to have a practical application as well.

Material Quality

Always choose a gift that has been constructed with skill, and using the best materials. A cheap gift will communicate a cheap sentiment, so even if your budget is limited, shop carefully to ensure that what you spend is good value.

Sustainability is Chic

Environmental consciousness has become the trend, as well as a good idea.

Making sure your gift is sustainably and ethically produced will not only avoid any guilt for you, it will add a further layer of thoughtfulness to the gift in the eyes of the recipient too.

Uniqueness & Exclusivity

Choosing a limited edition item, or an item with personalization, an interesting origin story, or some other feature that makes it unique or exclusive, adds value and interest.

Personalization Beyond Names

To personalize an item beyond the usual, boring name, consider incorporating a flag, crest, zodiac sign, or birthstone into the design or customization.

Aesthetic & Presentation

Ensure that the packaging and wrapping is suited to the luxurious nature of the gift.

Cheap or ugly packaging can drop the impact of an otherwise beautiful gift, whereas a positive unboxing experience can become part of the gift itself, offering a positive experience along with a beautiful item.

Functional Utility

Beauty is good. Function is good. Combining the two is even better. Wherever possible, choose useful things as beautiful as works of art.

Experience as a Luxury

Depending on the recipient, you may forego giving a physical item altogether, opting instead for the gift of a great experience.

A master class in an area of interest, a premium digital subscription, a sports lesson with a skilled coach, or a gourmet meal at an exclusive Michelin-starred restaurant… the list of wonderful luxury experiences goes on.

Cultural & Sentimental Value

If you can sensitively combine some aspect of the recipient’s culture or sentimental values into the gift, you will increase the emotional power of it, making a truly insightful impact.

Be careful though, if you are from a different culture than the recipient, make sure the gift is appropriate and sensitive to the recipient’s point of view.

Budget & Value

Some luxury items can appreciate in value over time, and most will hold their value for much longer than other, lesser items. It is worth investing a little more in something that is worthy of the money paid.

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Types

table of thanksgiving food

Gifts come in categories; within those categories are many types and subtypes to consider.

When choosing a gift, ensure you are familiar with all the options. For example, in the realm of premium leather goods, there are many types of bags from which to choose. Let’s have a look at a few of them.

Tote Bags

These are larger bags, usually with open tops. They are flexible and hold many items in a single, or divided, central compartment. Usually carried using parallel handles, these bags are more casual than formal, though many designs and styles are available.

Clutches

At the other end of the spectrum is the clutch. Clutches don’t hold much more than a few small essentials, but they are beautiful, elegant, and almost function more like pieces of jewelry than containers to move loads.

Crossbody Bags

With the capacity of a tote, and the added benefit of hands-free carrying, the crossbody bag hands from a strap across the chest of the wearer. This style is more casual, well suited to sightseeing, shopping, or casual commuting.

Backpacks

The workhorse of the bag designs, the backpack uses dual should straps to place the weight of a load between the shoulder blades, keeping the hands free and the load secure.

Great for long commutes on foot, bike, scooter, or train. Though some designs are high-end and trendy, they are rarely seen in formal offices.

Bucket Bags

Shaped like a bucket, but with a drawstring across the top and often fitted with one or more straps for carrying, the bucket bag is a simple, casual, design, great for shopping, casual lunches, and whimsical outfits.

Satchels

A little more formal, and at home in boardrooms, courtrooms, and private schools, these bags often feature a fold-over cover for the opening, fastened with buckles or a hidden magnetic snap.

Great for a laptop or tablet, documents, and a few small items, this is a professional's chic and stylish bag.

Hobo Bags

Not your thing? Then the hobo bag might be. Its distinctive crescent design and shoulder strap makes it a stylish bag with a casual presence. It is great for casual situations, relaxed days out, and yet goes great with a wide range of outfits and looks.

Alternatives

If you’ve looked through the usual avenues and you still haven’t found that gift that makes you say “Yes! That’s it!” then maybe you’re looking for something a little more unusual. Consider these alternatives.

Elegant Tableware

Instead of elegant, identical tableware pieces, consider handcrafted ceramic dishes. These are beautiful and functional, and each piece has a little uniqueness of its own, adding charm and connection to it.

Or, if you had cutlery in mind, consider a gold finish, rather than the usual silver. Gold is lavish, luxurious in the right amounts, and adds a sense of richness and joy to the Thanksgiving season.

Gourmet Food & Beverage

Shopping for a foodie, but don’t want to give a duplicate gift? Consider something less usual, like an exotic tea or coffee set. Premium oils and vinegars are also a unique gift and artisanal chocolates, or cheese will bring strong flavors and pleasurable scents to the gift experience.

Each of these can be used and showcased at the Thanksgiving meal itself, or opened at the celebration and saved for use afterward.

Luxe Home Décor

To elevate the comfort and coziness of the recipient’s home, especially desirable during the cooler months, consider plush throw blankets or pillows. Handmade candle holders with scented candles also cozy up a room.

Elegant incense burners with a variety of scents to help the recipient find a favorite is also a great way to get more senses involved in the reception of your gift. Those multisensory memories are powerful, and will stay with the recipient for a long time to come.

Premium Spa & Relaxation Kits

If your intended recipient doesn’t like to go out to the spa, why not bring the spa to them? Home massage packages, facials, or skincare kits are all great ideas that can bring luxury and pampering into the security and privacy of the home.

Bespoke Stationery or Books

If the recipient is a bibliophile, try commissioning a personalized collection of their favorite author’s works. A set of unique Shakespeare, Dickens, Tolkien, or other author’s work will set off any bookcase, and may spark great conversations too, beginning with the physical look of the book and moving into the content from there.

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Post Purchase Considerations

At Von Baer, we want the whole experience – from the initial decision to purchase something, through the search, to the purchase itself, and beyond – to be as exciting and pleasurable as possible.

To that end, we have included some guidance so you can be more confident that you have considered everything important and are ready to move forward.

Personal Preferences

Consider the specific tastes and preferences of the recipient, and compare them to the look and feel of the gift. If you can picture the two of them together, and it makes sense, then you’re on the right track.

Cultural Sensitivities

Have you considered how the gift might look in the eyes of the recipient? If it has cultural or historical ties to it, have you ensured that these are appropriate?

Even things like giving alcohol to teetotaling households, leather goods to vegans, or historical artifacts that might evoke negative reactions, can make a well-intentioned gift backfire.

Make sure your powerfully relevant gift is powerful in the right way.

Durability & Longevity

Luxury gifts tend to have a higher price tag, so unless your gift is intended to be consumable – like a food basket or box of gourmet chocolates – make sure that the materials and workmanship are premium, and will result in a long-lasting, durable gift.

Also, make sure that, if any special care needs are necessary, these are made clear to the recipient.

Environmental Concerns

Sustainability and ethical practices are not on everyone’s mind, but it is a priority for many people. To avoid awkwardness, or gift rejection, make sure your choice is one that includes prioritizing sustainability and fair-trade practices.

At Von Baer, for example, we actively seek out and prioritize sustainable practices, ethical manufacture, and material gathering.

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FAQs

What makes these gifts "luxury"?

Items crafted from premium materials, by skilled artisans or refined processes, are considered luxury items. In short, luxury refers to high-end, best-quality items.

How are the gifts packaged?

We package each item using premium materials and care, to ensure safe travel and a beautiful presentation during opening.

Is there an option for personalization or custom engraving?

Yes, all Von Baer products have personalization or customization options. Check the individual item descriptions for option details.

How can I ensure timely delivery before Thanksgiving?

We recommend ordering your item at least ten days before you want it to arrive. Expedited shipping is available if time is running short.

Do you offer gift-wrapping services?

Yes. Complimentary gift wrapping is available for gifts in the luxury collection. During checkout, you will also have the opportunity to include a personal message.

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Conclusion

We hope you enjoyed our article on luxury Thanksgiving gifts.

If you have any questions or comments, contact us at info@vonbaer.com, or leave them in the comments.

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Author: Albert Varkki

Albert Varkki is the co-founder of Von Baer. He understands leather products as a consumer, supplier, and a manufacturer, helping you with the inside knowledge you need, to choose the perfect leather product for you.

We always aim to have the highest editorial standards, and only publish accurate information on our website.

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