It is that time of year again when we are scrambling to get our holiday parties sorted and all our gift lists aligned. I wanted to share with you my top seasonal picks for this year that might help you pick your party favorites or to give as gifts!

1. Daily Planner

Who doesn’t love a practical gift? Erin Condren’s LifePlanner is worth a look for anyone who loves jotting down lists or planning their schedule in a beautifully organized notebook. Their planners feature all 12 months with motivational phrases and there are several styles you can choose from.

I use it for all my events, task management needs, and for making lists. Pick your favorite style from their many options for planners https://www.erincondren.com/daily-lifeplanner‍

2. Disco Ball

You won’t disco-ba-lief that the holiday essential is a disco ball! At Emikeni HQ, we always have a disco ball on hand. It makes for a great aesthetic and gives the opportunity for an impromptu dance party anytime. 💃🕺

Search for your favorite style on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/large-disco-ball/s?k=large+disco+ball‍

3. A Guide To Hosting a 2-Hour Cocktail Party by Nick Gray

If you don’t know Nick Gray, he founded and sold two successful businesses! Between the success of Museum Hack and Flight Display Systems, he has found the time to write a book and has hosted and assisted with more small parties than anyone else I know.

There are many ways that you could host a 2-hour cocktail party, but what makes Nick’s book so great is that it is made to help others feel comfortable about making meaningful connections with their network, their friends, and their community!

Find the audiobook or get a hardcopy on Amazon  https://www.amazon.com/2-Hour-Cocktail-Party-Relationships-Gatherings-ebook/dp/B0B2KW6T7J‍

4. Bundle Customizable Board Games

Have you ever wished you had a board game designed just for you? Bundle offers exactly that with board games that bring together your funniest and most memorable moments of life.

They are a women-founded business that loves helping personalize board games. Go check it out to order yours for your next family holiday events https://www.thebundlegame.com/

5. Crunch Labs Engineer Building Kits

If you’re a tinkerer like me, or have young family members who love to create, Crunch Labs makes subscription box engineer building kits that are perfect for the holidays.

Crunch Lab is run by an awesome team who cares about helping kids explore new skills and create family fun through building inventions. Browse their different subscription options for year-long fun https://www.crunchlabs.com/‍

6. RobeCurls Bundle

Hair to be different? I made a new RobeCurls Bundle that is designed for all things heatless hair for people who love giving functional and stylish gifts! Get a bundle you will love for you or gift one to a friend who loves heatless curlers!

Pick your style of bundle here https://www.robecurls.com/collections/bundles‍

7. Kiva $100 gift card

If you’re looking for a gift that keeps on giving, send a Kiva loan to a small business! Loans help entrepreneurs get their big ideas off the ground around the world. You can support women-led eco-friendly businesses, educational endeavors, or the arts!

Go check it out and find a business you would love to support.

What are your favorites this season? We would love to hear about the entrepreneurs you are supporting this year!