24 Holiday Gifts For Family That Our Executive Editor Swears By

Holiday gift-giving is my Super Bowl. I’ve been known to ignore price limits and go a little OTT — but life is too short for lackluster presents. One of the best perks of my job working in media is getting the tea on new products and testing some of them out. It’s especially helpful around the holidays, when I can use my firsthand knowledge to pick the perfect gifts for loved ones. Call it market research or call me Santa, but it’s all in the name of making other people happy.

This year, some of my fave items include a 12-piece cookware set, the most comforting gourmand candle, and a Kate Spade bag you can wear in four different ways — so I had to spread the love. Here’s everything I’m giving family (and myself) this holiday.

For My Sister-In-Law

Having a sister-in-law is so fun for a million reasons. One of them? I finally can buy someone all the girly items I’m obsessing over. This year, I’m gifting her this super versatile Kate Spade bag I’ve been loving, these adorable mini water bottles my daughter keeps stealing from me, and th...