40 Hostess Gift Ideas for All Your Spring Parties

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Raise a glass to your new neighbors — and a chilled one at that! A wine cooler paired with your favorite bottle, like this award-winning Los Vascos Chilean wine, is the perfect way to toast to their new digs.

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Jump-start the new homeowners' herb garden with this ceramic container with a dedicated slot for the accompanying scissors.

For the serious chef, this beautiful set of four dinner knives is seriously a cut above the rest.

Give coffee lovers a subscription to this coffee-of-the-month club, offering single-origin coffee from more than 50 countries.

Gift bourbon fans these Woodford Reserve mixers for an Old Fashioned, Mint Julep, and Whiskey Sour and they will no doubt by delighted.

This is hands-down our favorite pan to cook with. Think fry pan, saute pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, saucepan, non-stick pan, spatula, and spoon rest ALL IN ONE!

For the mover who has everything — you can be sure they don't have elegant fringed cocktail napkins, dinner napkins, and placemats in mix-and-match hues.

Kick this housewarming classic up a notch with these glass jar candles. Once the candles are all used up, the various votives make amazing catchalls.

A lot of stuff gets tossed during a big move, like plasticware from the kitchen. That's where you come in, replacing old, stained bowls with gorgeous platters like these that are sure to add a punch of color.

Take a very simple housewarming gift idea, a cookbook by one of our pals Tieghan Gerard, and vastly improve the presentation by wrapping it in a tea towel or cloth napkin.

Game on! This Chess and Checkers set in Pendleton style is the perfect gift for friendly game nights.

Pals need a design assist? Help them create a place that feels like home with inspo from the McGees!

For major plant inspiration, Hilton Carter is the most lovable plant guy with all the care and styling tips.

Your friends will LOVE this gift. After a long day of lifting boxes, a little pampering is all they'll want (and need!)

Pehr Pom Set of 3 Canvas Bins

Xilli Salsa Macha (Set of 2)

Bring over a bag of chips and this salsa macha set and be the most popular guest in the room.

LA-based restaurant restauranteur Jessica Kaslow shares her vision of delish and healthy meals in this wonderful cookbook. This gem is sure to inspire your friends to get their creative cooking on.

So much to do, so little time! Let your friends know you're thinking about them during the big move with a cute pad that'll keep their priorities in order from A to B.

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This article has been updated.

Additional reporting by Theresa Gonzalez

Coffee Advent Calendar ($89): Treat your favorite coffee drinker to 24 specialty coffees from around the world with this stylish advent calendar.

Library Card yellow mug ($12): Kick it back old school with a library card-inspired mug for your bookish coffee drinker.

Copper Cow Coffee Classic Vietnamese Coffee 5 Pack ($13): Get your caffeine fix in only 90 seconds with this on-the-go pour-over Vietnamese coffee, complete with sweetened creamers.

Stan's Donuts & Coffee Lovers Gift Pack($75): Enjoy this Chicago favorite (coffee + donuts) with a signature Stan's coffee mug.

La Colombe Workshop Sampler Gift Box ($30): Gift six light to medium roasts for *almost* every day of the week.

Kona Coffee Vegan Candle($22+): Love the smell of coffee? Fill your home with the scent anytime with this soy wax candle from Etsy. Also available in a Chai Latte. Order up!

UpCircle Coffee Body Scrub ($16): Buff away dry and dead skin with this coffee body scrub with shea butter, peppermint and eucalyptus oils.

Stojo Pocket Cup ($12+): Reduce waste by carrying your coffee cup with you. Whether you're purchasing coffee from a local shop or grabbing a cup from your machine at home, this collapsible cup is a great choice for coffee on-the-go, from 8 oz to 24 oz.

Big Island Coffee Roasters Classic Espresso Bites ($24/3-pack): This bite-size espresso gives you two ways to enjoy Hawaiian coffee. Either pop it in your mouth for a creamy pick me up or melt it in hot water for an espresso-to-go.

Coffee and Everything Bagel Ornaments($26): All I want for Christmas is...more coffee.

Emoticon Coffee Mug & Stickers ($15): Whether it's a good day or bad one, you can express how you're feeling with coffee.

Sunshine & Coffee Tee ($35): Save Lands plants 12 trees for every tee, all ethically sourced, printed, and shipped in the United States, sold.

Yes Plz Coffee + Zine Subscription ($17): Get sourced beans from around the world and a weekly arts and culture publication with this beans + zine subscription.

Coffee Neon Light ($75): Let coffee be your guide with this neon steaming cup of coffee.

Mistobox Coffee Subscription ($11+): Give the gift of a monthly brew featuring 590 coffees from 52 roasters.

Soma Brew BottleBrew Bottle ($40): Don't let your hectic schedule deprive you of a quality brew. This on-the-go brew bottle allows you to brew coffee or tea during your commute. Pour hot water over ground coffee, put on the lid and you're good to go. Leave it in the fridge overnight for cold brew in the morning.

Daily Harvest Gift Box ($75): Give the gift of worry-free lattes or morning smoothies with a Daily Harvest gift box. Simply dump the ingredients into a blender, add your favorite base and you've got a cold brew + almond smoothie.

NY Coffee Lovers Gift Pack ($59): When you can't get on a plane for a cup of NY Joe this sampler is the next best thing.

Dr. Mills Electric Dried Spice and Coffee Grinder($26): Grind your favorite beans, spices, nuts, and grains in seconds.

Covergirl Exhibitionist Lipstick Cream, Coffee Crave ($6): Rich and smooth just like a cup of good coffee, Covergirl's Coffee Crave is a great color for any season and time of day.

Retro Coffee Sweatshirt ($34+): This is the perfect sweatshirt to espresso your love for coffee.

Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug ($120): Keep your coffee at just the right temperature and control it with your smartphone.

YETI Rambler Stainless Steel, Vacuum Insulated Tumbler ($30): For the days where you're literally being held together by coffee grounds.

Iced Vanilla Latte Coffee Gummy Bears Coffee Cup ($8): Coffee lovers won't be able to stop eating these coffee-infused gummy bears from Sugarfina. Enjoy latte-flavored sweetness with a tiny kick in each bite. It's a great blend of coffee and candy.

Cuisinart Perfectemp Coffee Maker($100):This coffeemaker self cleans and can hold up to 14 cups of coffee. Need we say more?

Bonavita Interurban 1.0L Variable Temperature Gooseneck Kettle ($120): This kettle can be adjusted in one degree increments. When it gets all steamed up then it shouts, tip it over and pour it out — over your favorite coffee.

Casetify Coffee Time iPhone CaseCoffee Time iPhone Case ($45): Hello, it's your latte calling.

Coffee Scoop Clip ($5): Never lose your coffee scoop in the bag again.

Pour and Simple Graphic Tee ($25): What's better than a classic black tee? A classic black tee with coffee mugs on it, of course.

Saipua Soap Coffee Mint Soap ($19): Wake your body up with this organic coffee + mint soap. Your skin will thank you later.

1950's Retro Style Coffee Maker ($200): For the nostalgic coffee drinkers, flash back a few decades with this retro-style machine.

Burst Sonic Toothbrush Rose Gold Edition ($100): Give someone back their smile with an electric toothbrush guaranteed to keep the coffee stains away.

Barisieur Coffee Brewing Alarm Clock ($445): For the people who must be lured out of bed by the smell of coffee, try this coffee brewing alarm clock.

Coffee Poster ($23): Add some decor to your place so visitors will know that home is really where the coffee is.

Ratio Eight Coffee Maker ($500): This simplified yet chic coffee maker gives you a great cup of coffee with the touch of a button.

Bright On Teeth Whitening Kit($67): Don't let coffee stains get in the way of your beautiful smile. Remove unwanted stains 3x faster than strips with this year supply Bright On kit.

Smashmallow Dark Chocolate Dipped Cold Brew ($5): If you like marshmallows and hot chocolate, you'll love these dark chocolate cold brew marshmallows.

Highwire Steeped Bag ($3): Steeping isn't just for tea. Keep a few of these in your bag at all times and you'll never be without coffee. All you need is hot water and you're good to go.

Winky Lux Coffee Kitten Palette ($25): Mask those sleepy eyes with coffee-themed eyeshadow palette.

Handheld Milk Frother ($12): Be your own barista and make cafe-inspired drinks at home with this milk frother.

Nespresso Essenza Plus ($229): This chic and compact coffee machine can squeeze onto any counter space. Perfect for the one-and-done coffee drinkers, this machine also has a reordering system that allows you to refill your capsule supply with the touch of a button.

Jcoco Chocolate Arabica Espresso ($8): These chocolate espresso candy bars make great stocking stuffers, but probably a good idea to not hang them over the fireplace.

Nitro Flash Brew 12 Pack ($47): For the nitro brew fans, try a 12-pack of Verve's flash brew coffee.

Instant Americano Mushroom Coffee Mix ($20): NeuRoast's instant americano comes with five superfood mushrooms to help you focus your energy.

Granita di Caffè Body Scrub ($34): Scrub away the day with Jordan Samuel's body scrub.

Bodum Caffettiera French Press($25): This colorful french press is the perfect gift for design addicts too.

Cold Brew Coffee Cocktail Set ($24): Remix your cold brew into boozy cocktails with this gift set.

Coffee + Donut Earrings ($22): Name a more dynamic duo than coffee and donuts.

Atlas Coffee Club Subscription ($60-$240): Travel the world one cup at a time with this coffee club subscription.

DIY Doodle Mug ($24): The perfect coffee mug to get you through a morning Zoom meeting. Each mug comes with two markers for doodling and writing down ideas.

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This article has been updated from a previous post. Additional reporting by Theresa Gonzalez.

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What is color therapy?

Color therapy is a holistic, non-invasive modality used for the body. Historical figures such as Pythagoras (circa 2,500 years ago) applied “color light” therapeutically, while “color halls” were used as a means of treatment in ancient Egypt, China, and India. The modern medical pioneer patron of color therapy was Niels Finsen of Denmark in 1877. He discovered that visible light was how ultraviolet or red light energy could heal wounds, bacterial infections, or scars. Sounds familiar? In this present, infrared light therapy is used for pain relief, improved sleep, inflammation, facials, detoxes, and more. Knowing this, you can see why color and light restores our mind, body, and emotional needs.

There are many ways in which you can work best with color therapy. To implement physical changes, you can update your selection of colors in your clothing, nail colors, makeup palette, or home decor. For the mind and emotional system, you can work with colors through visualization practices like art, meditation, or a color therapy lamp.

How Can Color Therapy and Astrology Work Together?

Color therapy works by frequency or wavelengths of colors, which can have a physiological or psychological impact on our well-being. Using appropriate colors guided by your zodiac sign can rebalance or harmonize your body’s energy centers. How can color therapy integrate with your zodiac sign? It begins by knowing and working with your Sun sign, granting you more confidence and understanding regarding your direction. It extends our overall vitality and spreads endless radiance in our lives. It fuels our well-being and emits light wherever it touches in the birth chart. In principle, our Sun sign is our destination point, our identity. Now, the Sun Sign is where we can reach that higher level of understanding about our process and how we will experience fulfillment in this life. Incorporating color therapy guided by astrology can help you obtain confidence, and when you feel balanced, you make sound choices.

​How Colors Align With Zodiac Signs

Observing the astrological signs, they are all categorized within the elemental values. Starting with fire, the signs Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius are placed within this element. These signs hold precedence over the esoteric realm of spirit as they are meant to initiate, inspire, and teach. Fire tones are within the spectrum of golds, reds, and oranges.

The signs Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn reside within the earthy realm. They are supportive, detailed, and persevering in nature. The earth element enables humanity to take a firm stance involving patience or consistency. Deep greens, grays, and navy are colors that hold a grounded energy for these signs.

The signs Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius inhabit the air element. Those who hold this element strongly have the skill to circulate a constant flow of ideas, remain stimulated, and effectively communicate. Air energy guides humanity in the exchange of information, negotiation, and evolution. For clarity, the colors that best support these signs are yellows, pastel blues, or electric blues.

Ending with Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces, these signs embody the water element. Natives with a strong water element are receptive to others' feelings and can be intuitive. They can also conjure creativity, withstand intensity, and dive deep into the world of dreams. Colors such as purples, deep reds, or soft greens can help these signs invoke self-love and confidence.

Colors for Each Zodiac Sign

Aries (March 21 – April 20)

Personality Traits: Aries is bold, energetic, and daring, often leading the way with confidence and courage. They are natural-born leaders who take on challenges fearlessly.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Colors like red and orange help Aries channel their energy and passion. These colors promote confidence, courage, and an enhanced sense of purpose to match their bold nature.

Taurus (April 21 – May 21)

Personality Traits: Known for their patience, determination, and deep connection to nature, Taurus seeks stability and grounding. They are steady and reliable, with an appreciation for beauty and luxury.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Earthy tones like green and brown are ideal for Taurus. These colors promote relaxation, groundedness, and stability, aligning with Taurus' need for balance and connection to nature.

Gemini (May 22 – June 21)

Personality Traits: Gemini is versatile, adaptable, and intellectually curious. They thrive on communication and change, with a playful and creative side. Their dual nature makes them curious and full of ideas.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Bright yellow and light green stimulate mental agility, creativity, and versatility for Gemini. These colors foster communication and mental clarity, enhancing their natural curiosity and adaptability.

Cancer (June 22 – July 22)

Personality Traits: Compassionate, intuitive, and deeply connected to family and emotions. Cancer nurtures others and seeks emotional fulfillment. They are protectors and caretakers.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Soft white, silver, and pale blue promote emotional healing, inner peace, and nurturing energy. These colors align with Cancer’s need for emotional well-being and tranquility.

Leo (July 23 – August 22)

Personality Traits: Leo exudes warmth, creativity, and pride. With their strong sense of self, they seek recognition and joy, and they inspire others with their vitality and passion.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Gold, yellow, and orange help Leo amplify their natural creativity and vitality, enhancing their self-expression and sense of pride. These warm colors increase confidence and fuel their dynamic energy.

Virgo (August 23 – September 22)

Personality Traits: Virgos are known for their perfectionism, sharp intellect, and organizational skills. They are reliable, practical, and thrive on productivity and efficiency.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Soft green and blue are ideal for Virgo, promoting balance, healing, and clarity of mind. These colors assist in maintaining a calm and focused environment, supporting Virgo’s need for order and tranquility.

Libra (September 23 – October 22)

Personality Traits: Libra values harmony, beauty, and fairness. They seek balance in all aspects of life, often striving for peace and cooperation in their relationships and surroundings.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Pastel colors, particularly light blue and pink, promote peace, harmony, and emotional balance. These soft hues help Libra maintain their sense of equilibrium and enhance their diplomatic nature.

Scorpio (October 23 - November 21)

Personality Traits: Scorpio is intense, passionate, and deeply transformative. Known for their mystery and depth, they possess great inner strength and are drawn to uncover hidden truths.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Deep red, black, and maroon channel passion, power, and transformation for Scorpio. These intense colors align with their transformative nature and help them harness their strength.

Sagittarius (November 21 – December 21)

Personality Traits: Sagittarius is adventurous, optimistic, and philosophical. They love exploring new ideas, cultures, and places and often share wisdom and joy with those around them.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Purple and deep blue enhance spiritual growth, adventure, and wisdom. These colors stimulate the Sagittarian desire for exploration and wisdom while supporting their boundless optimism.

Capricorn (December 21 – January 19)

Personality Traits: Capricorn is disciplined, ambitious, and pragmatic. They take a methodical approach to life and are determined to achieve their goals through hard work and patience.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Earthy tones like gray, brown, and navy support Capricorn’s need for focus, discipline, and groundedness. These colors help them stay on course and maintain a practical mindset.

Aquarius (January 20 – February 19)

Personality Traits: Aquarius is eccentric, innovative, and idealistic. They value independence and individuality, often challenging the status quo and embracing forward-thinking ideas.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Electric blue and purple enhance mental clarity, innovation, and independence. These vibrant colors support Aquarius' need for originality and their intellectual pursuits.

Pisces (February 20 – March 21)

Personality Traits: Pisces is intuitive, empathetic, and imaginative. Known for their dreamy and artistic nature, they deeply connect to the spiritual and emotional realms.
Chromatherapy Suggestions: Soft green, seafoam blue, and lavender promote relaxation, creativity, and intuition for Pisces. These calming colors enhance their dreamlike state and encourage emotional balance and creativity.

​Color Therapy Visualization Technique

Now that you know which color vibrates with your zodiac sign, you can use this visualization technique to connect more with your Sun sign. Color therapy is a powerful tool for balancing energy, emotions, and well-being. By using the healing properties of colors, you can encourage emotional release, relaxation, and revitalization. Each color carries its frequency and vibration, which can help align and support different aspects of your life, from physical health to mental clarity.

This color therapy visualization technique will guide you through grounding, relaxation, and energetic renewal. Connecting with the colors that resonate with you will activate healing energy within your body and mind, clearing away any negative or stagnant energy. It’s a simple yet powerful practice that you can do daily to restore balance and promote a sense of calm and well-being.

Energetic Healing Visualization Technique

1. Position yourself comfortably or sit in a lotus position. Place your left hand over your heart area.
2. Take a deep breath through your nose, then exhale slowly through your mouth. With each breath, feel your body becoming more relaxed.
3. Focus on the soles of your feet and imagine an energetic pull grounding you, anchoring you in the present moment.
4. Take another deep breath, feeling a nurturing energy rising from the ground, reaching up to the soles of your feet. Allow this energy to gently move upward, relaxing and energizing your body—feet, calves, thighs, core, shoulders, arms, neck, face, and head.
5. Imagine a bright, glowing light in the sky above you. This light represents your Higher Self.
6. See the light spiraling down toward you, entering through the crown of your head and flowing through your body. As it moves, it changes into a vibrant color that resonates with you.
7. Take another deep breath and allow the colored light to fill your core center. Visualize it growing brighter and expanding with each breath, filling your entire body.
8. Imagine the light forming a dome or egg-like shape around your body, extending outward, cleansing your physical and energetic space.
9. Release any tensions, worries, or negative energy, visualizing them fading away into the ground. Trust the process of transformation.
10. Continue this visualization as long as you need. When you feel light and neutral, place your hands in a prayer position and silently offer thanks.
11. Visualize the light around you returning to its source, and when ready, gently open your eyes.

This practice can be done 1-2 times daily, ideally in the morning or before bedtime.

By integrating color therapy with your astrological sign, you can tap into a powerful tool for enhancing your mental, emotional, and physical well-being. These simple yet effective practices allow you to align with the natural flow of your energy and support your unique traits, helping you to feel more balanced and connected to yourself. Whether you choose to surround yourself with the colors that resonate with your sign or engage in visualization techniques, color therapy offers a profound way to nurture your overall health and personal growth.

Remember, your journey toward healing and balance is personal, and using the right colors can be an uplifting part of that process. Take time to explore the colors that speak to you and notice the subtle shifts they create in your life.

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