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When it comes to gifting, most of us stand confused. What should we gift someone, is a question that confront us frequently. While it’s easier to gift kids, since they would be happy with toys, chocolate or even clothing, the greatest dilemma arises when we’re giving something to adults. By adults I mean anyone that’s above 18 and this broadly includes couples too celebrating any event or landmark of life.

Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, housewarming, or a festive celebration, choosing a present that is both thoughtful and unique is key to making any occasion memorable.

So how do we solve this enigma of what to gift someone? Sometimes we ask relatives or friends or check online for unique gift ideas.

However, in my humble opinion, the best way to gift an adult is to give them some unique home decor item. Nowadays we have countless online stores as well as brick-and-mortar retailers and hence can find amazing and unique home decor gifts for any occasion.

What’re these unique home decor gifts for any occasion? Read further as I guide you. Let’s start by comprehending reasons to gift unique home decor items.

Occasions to Gift Home Decor Stuff

There’re several reasons you should consider unique home decor gifts for any occasion. I will briefly mention and explain these reasons. That could encourage you to consider some of my suggestions for unique home decor items as gifts, especially to adults, including couple, for various occasions.

Let’s begin by understanding these occasions:

• Festivals: That’s the time when people traditionally want to decorate their homes and offices. They look for newer stuff that would enhance the decor.
• Anniversaries: Obviously, nobody wants to miss on their anniversary and greet the spouse. Failing to do so can have severe consequences such as having that error repeated a million times during your lifetime. Hence, gifting is compulsory.
• Birthdays: These are very common and we often run out of ideas for gifting. Nobody wishes to repeat the same gifts. Often, a celebrant gets the same things from may friends and family members.
• Parenthood: This is a time to celebrate when a couple gets their first or next child. Hence, you might wish to give them some gift to celebrate the new landmark of their life.
• Graduation: It’s a joyous occasion when someone graduates from a university and that calls for a gift. However, we’re confused what to give to a woman or man about to enter a career.
• Job Landmark: Employers usually give a small token of appreciation when their staff member completes several years of dedicated service at the organization. Some also give a gift when their staffer is selected as employee of the month or wins such an accolade for outstanding performance.
• Retirement: Companies usually give a nice gift to retiring employees for two years. One is to thank the for sustained services and the other is to mark their entry into the golden years of life, after working for several decades.
• Wedding: As we’re all aware, a wedding is one of the most important landmarks of a person’s life. It heralds a lot of new beginnings. When we attend any wedding, it’s natural to gift the newly wedded couple.

There’s no dearth of occasions where you and I may wish to give a gift to someone. Hence, its best to select something that’s going to be liked by all.

Reasons to Gift Home Decor

As I mention earlier, home decor items are one of the best items to gift anyone. There’re several reasons for that. I will enumerate these for you.

• Home decor items are available for all budgets. Hence, you can find superb home decor stuff at very affordable prices too. There’s no need to burn a hole in your pocket or purse when buying unique home decor gifts.
• It’s possible to buy home decor gifts both online and offline. If these gifts are bulky, you can have them gift-wrapped and delivered from an online seller.
• Usually, home decor items last long. This means, the person getting the gift remembers and cherishes your memory longer.
• The variety of unique home decor is extensive, from modern and contemporary to ethnic and foreign. You can select anything, depending on budget and other factors.

These factors make it easier and better to give unique home decor gifts for any occasion. In most cases, your unique home decor gifts will be appreciated and cherished long after any occasion since they aren’t perishable.

Unique Home Decor Gifts

Having said all this, let’s explore some of the best and unique home decor gifts for any occasion. These would be suitable for all adults, regardless of their age or religious leanings and other considerations. Furthermore, these unique gifts are easily affordable and don’t cost much.

1. Ethnic Lamps

As a matter of fact, I love to gift ethnic lamps to my relatives and friends for various occasions. This is a unique home decor gift that often comes handy too. They don’t cost much and are easy to maintain. There’s no shortage of different types of ethnic lamps too.

2. Sofa Covers

A modern and practical gift, sofa covers are perfect for refreshing any living space. Many people don’t realize they need one until their sofa looks worn out. Elastic sofa covers, like Polyester Sofa Covers, fit snugly and are easy to maintain. For a touch of elegance, consider Turkish Bubble Sofa Covers.

For luxurious designs, Designer Woven Jacquard Sofa Covers are excellent, while Velvet Sofa Covers offer plush comfort. Quilted Sofa Covers are cozy and perfect for colder seasons, and waterproof options are great for homes with kids and pets.

Sofa covers not only protect your furniture but also enhance your living space, making them a thoughtful and cherished gift. Additionally, sofa mats are a practical gift that adds comfort and protection.

3. Mezuzah

Maybe you don’t know what’s a Mezuzah. It’s actually a sort of religious object shaped like a ruler that’s displayed outside the house. Mezuzahs as made in Israel but you can find some online too. These are pricey gifts but surely, the one who gets a Mezuzah will appreciate your gift lifelong. They signify good health, prosperity and blessings from the Jewish faith.

4. Keychain Hangers

This is something I have given to a foreign friend. A large keychain hanger shaped like a giant, black, decorated elephant like the ones used by erstwhile maharajas of India. There’re others too shaped like giant scooters but covered with floral and ethnic designs. These are quite inexpensive but this unique home decor gift will impress anyone.

5. Wall Hangings

In India, we have no shortage of ethnic arts and crafts. There’re wonderful wall hangings including those made of cloth and wood to hard and heavy metal ones that you can buy online or offline. One of my favorites is the one that represents a Sun. The others are ethnic paintings made on cloth and framed for immediate use.

6. Idols

India is a land of many diverse cultures and each one has its own handicrafts. These include idols and statues made of everything from metal to stone, wood and mud. You can consider gifting a beautiful small statue that the recipient of the gift can proudly display in their living room or dining room or elsewhere.

7. Indoor Plants

Not many people are aware that indoor plants also make superb and unique home decor gifts for most occasions. What’s more? Indoor plants also help maintain the air in your room cleaner and healthier. There’s a wide array of excellent indoor plants available online and offline. These include indoor plants suitable for the table and window or for displays only.

8. Scented Candles

Another unique home decor gift that people would appreciate are scented candles. These are available in imported and local variants as well as those for specific aromatherapy uses. Scented candles have a fragrance even when they’re unlit. As a result, they impart wonderful scents to the room, reminding the receiver of your gift.

9. Table Runners

Table runners come in various styles, from ethnic to contemporary, and can match any special occasion. Many overlook their significance, but superb table runners can delight the recipient by adding a celebratory touch to their dining table.

Additionally, you can consider gifting table placements, including PVC, Cloth, Bamboo & Rivergrass, Faux leather, and table covers made from PVC and Cloth. These placements enhance the dining experience, offering both functionality and style.

10. String Lights

It’s common for Indian to use string lights during various festivals to decorate their homes. These are available freely and quite inexpensive. However, there’re certain kinds of special string lights that are specially made for various occasions such as an anniversary or birthday. You can get hold of these specialty string lights from any good online source.

11. Throw Blankets

If you wish to gift someone during winters, give throw blankets. These are a pile of small blankets that are ideal for decorating sofas and chairs. Throw blankets give a warm feel to the house and interiors. During winters, warm blankets can add a whole new decor to your interiors.

12. Throw Pillows

Throw pillows are small pillow that’re either round or square or even triangular. These pillows are useful for placing on sofas and chairs in your living room or even for daily use or decorative purposes in bedrooms. Throw pillow make superb and unique home decor gifts for all occasions and would be warmly welcomed.

13. Painted Pottery

If there’re any pottery showrooms nearby, you can give a painted pot as a gift. Such kinds of pots come in all shapes, sizes and colors. Some prefer the blue-and-white Chinese type pots with ethnic Oriental designs while others prefer those with Indian patterns. You can also buy an earthen pot and paint yourself to give it a personal touch.

14. Japanese Lanterns

These are large paper lanterns and quite rare in India. Japanese lanterns are available online. They are made of superior quality paper and in some cases, fine silk cloth. All Japanese lanterns bear a blessing or greeting in that language and sometimes, an ethnic painting or image to depict the occasion.

15. Aircraft Models

And finally, aircraft models. These are unique home decor gifts for any occasion that would impress almost anyone. Personally, I prefer gifting models of old and rare aircraft that’re no longer in service such as Super Constellation or Fairchild Packet. They come in amazing colors too. Aircraft models can be bought online as well as offline and don’t really cost much.

Conclusion

The next time you’re confused about gifting someone, consider ant of the unique home decor gifts for any occasion. These are evergreen gifts and you don’t need to worry about being repetitive. Such unique girts would surely impress the receiver and you can gift anything that suits your budget and tastes. These gifts could also ensure that the persons who get it remember you fondly for long after the special occasion.