Hey guys, it is Intern Krystal again! As Black Friday and the month of December approach quickly, I’ve been working hard to finalize my Christmas list. I know that every year, there’s one thing I always hope to see underneath my tree: anything related to my favorite singers. If you have a pop fan in your life that you still need to shop for this holiday season, look no further—because this year, I’m gifting you my Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide that is perfect for pop fans everywhere! Let’s go shopping!
Celeb Perfumes
Whether it’s travel sprays, body mists, or full-sized bottles, there’s plenty of room in your budget—big or small— to give the gift of a deliciously scented celebrity perfume. Everyone’s favorite Short N’ Sweet singer, Sabrina Carpenter, launched her debut fragrance, Sweet Tooth, in 2022. She then expanded her perfume line with two new scents: Caramel Dream and Cherry Baby. With chocolate-bar shaped bottles and aromas of sophistication and sweetness, this makes the perfect holiday gift for any Sabrina fan or perfume lover. While Sweet Tooth is my go-to, other singers like Ariana Grande, Billie Eilish, Katy Perry, and Mariah Carey also offer delicious-smelling fragrances perfect for gifting this season.
Merry Swiftmas!
If you’re shopping for a Swiftie this holiday season, you are in luck— Taylor Swift is offering plenty of gift options this winter. Taylor Nation, her team, created a hashtag #TSHolidayShop on social media to announce the launch of a holiday merchandise collection on her website. This year, Taylor is gifting us album-specific ornaments, jewelry, clothing, and home decor. Since the original announcement, new surprises have dropped daily, including acoustic guitars and Eras Tour-themed collections. So, turn on Taylor Nation’s notifications and stay ready—you never know when your dream merchandise item will be released.
If you are a Black Friday enthusiast and a Swiftie, get excited because Taylor is releasing The Official Eras Tour Book and The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology on vinyl and CD exclusively at Target on November 29th. According to Taylor’s Instagram, the book will be filled with her reflections, never-before-seen photos, and memories from The Eras Tour. I know I will be in my cardigan, waiting outside Target at 6 A.M. on Black Friday this year.
The Gift of GUTS
Olivia Rodrigo is giving Livies the ultimate GUTS holiday experience this year. On her website, fans can shop holiday-themed clothing, pajamas, ear muffs, stockings, wrapping paper, blankets, and ornaments. Also available for purchase are a sequined skirt, sparkly star sheer tights, a GUTS World Tour cowboy hat, and a GUTS megaphone— so you can recreate Olivia’s iconic look at home. What is better than unwrapping a GUTS-themed gift in GUTS-themed wrapping paper with your favorite Livie this holiday?
Holiday Vinyls
As a vinyl collector, one of my favorite experiences each year is pulling out my holiday albums and listening to them from top to bottom throughout December. This year, I added fruitcake by Sabrina Carpenter to my collection. My collection also includes a Christmas Tree Farm picture disc by Taylor Swift, Mistletoe by Justin Bieber, and christmas & chill by Ariana Grande. While those are some of my favorites, there are so many more you can gift this Christmas!
It’s a Mariah Carey Christmas
We all know that Mariah Carey and her hit All I Want For Christmas Is You has crowned her the unofficial Queen of Christmas. If you, or the person you’re shopping for are just as ‘Obsessed’ with Christmas as Mariah, you need to head over to her Amazon Christmas collection. Available for purchase are Mariah-themed ornaments, wrapping paper, snow globes, tree skirts, candles, slippers, clothing, and more. My personal favorites are the Mariah Carey Outdoor Lawn Inflatable and the Wish List Notepad, so you can tell Santa all you want for Christmas! Check out her merch HERE!
Give the Gift of Tate
‘Uh oh!’ if you know a Tate McRae superfan, you might just need to buy them something from the Skims Holiday Collection this year. Skims released over 150 limited-edition styles, and Tate took them to Instagram to stun in multiple looks. If you’re looking for the chance to be comfy, cute, and twin with Tate, this holiday collection is perfect for your wishlist or your favorite Tate listener.
Celeb Makeup Lines
Any Rihanna, Selena, Ariana, or Lady Gaga fan would certainly appreciate a gift from their favorite singer’s makeup brand. These women have channeled their creativity into the makeup industry, making for the perfect present. Fenty Beauty by Rihanna, Rare Beauty by Selena Gomez, r.e.m. beauty by Ariana Grande, and Haus Labs by Lady Gaga offer a wide variety of products, some of which are even named after their musical projects, which is a fun bonus. And hey, if you know any Wicked fans, r.e.m. beauty has launched a collaboration with the film, which includes not only makeup but also clothing, hair clips, tote bags, and more.
Don’t Be Afraid to Get Crafty With It!
There’s nothing more heartwarming than receiving a homemade gift from a loved one during the holidays. If you’re looking to give a pop fan in your life a special present, it doesn’t need to be official merchandise for it to be meaningful. If it were me, I’d head to my local thrift store and browse the frame section. After picking one that suits their style, I’d go home and print a picture of their favorite artist—or, if we’ve been to a concert together, I’d use that too. There are tons of other ideas as well—crocheting, collaging, scrapbooking, embroidering… the list goes on and on! Let’s get crafty this winter!
Well, now that I’ve shared some of the items off my wish list, I hope you’re feeling inspired as you plan your holiday gifting. Or, if you’re like me, you might even treat yourself to a few of your wishes while you shop for others, too. Happy shopping everybody!