Shop The Village Shops for Personalized Gifts and Holiday Cheer
Self-help gurus the world over have harped for decades on the idea that people like to hear their names. “If you want to win friends and influence people, learn their names and use them”, they exhort us all. If we are honest, we know this adage is true, and we’ve seen the fruit of its wisdom. As society becomes more and more streamlined, with AI and like technology replacing all that’s familiar and comfortable, at times making human beings unnecessary to certain equations, people crave individuality. We want to be seen!
Two types of gifts that will resonate this holiday season? Those that say “I know you,” and those which convey “I know your name.” The good news is that both types of gifts are easily accessible at The Village Shops in Gatlinburg. Read on to see how you can make your loved ones feel seen and appreciated this Christmas.
Is there someone on your shopping list who you know is stressed (not sure that excludes anyone)? Misty Mountain Soap Company in The Village Shops in Gatlinburg will help you find something special that speaks to them personally, offering the pampering they crave. You might consider filling a decorative basket with themed gifts from this unique store.
If the person you’re shopping for is, for example, very much into natural wellness, you might want to take a deep dive into the store’s herbal products. The vast array of handmade soaps includes Lavender and Herb, Lavender Mist, Lemongrass, Rosemary Mint, Spearmint Eucalyptus, Patchouli and Clove and Oatmeal Milk and Honey. As they lather in the rich goodness of these soaps, the wholesome scents will lower their blood pressure and wash the cares of the day away. There are also herbal healing balms, lotions and salves as well as aromatherapy roll-ons.
If you’re shopping for a “girlie-girl,” consider a facial scrub or mask, or a wonderfully-scented lotion. Throw some bath bombs or bubble bath into their gift basket. Some soaps they might enjoy include Frankincense and Myrrh, Cherry Almond, Vanilla Cream, Caribbean Coconut and Sweet Dreams.
After you’ve bought enough product to firmly underscore that you see your gift-recipient’s personality and hard work, it’s time to put their name on the gift…literally! Head on into U Name It, also in The Village Shops! Browse two floors of clothing, hats, jewelry, drinkware, bags, backpacks and baby items. All may be personalized with an individual’s name or initials. There is such a wide variety, you may want to create a separate gift basket packed with items from this store alone. In addition to the products they will specially monogram for you as you shop, there are smaller items such as keyrings and barrettes which are already sporting intials. You may find several there to match the names on your list! Have a friend or family member whose baby is celebrating their first Christmas? Make it extra-special with a monogrammed diaper bag or blanket!
Looking for something special for that hardworking man in your life? There are bath salts, lotions and massage oils for achy muscles, and manly soap scents that range from clean to rich and musky.
Let’s face it, NOTHING could be more comforting than to receive a beautiful gift item with your name or initial on it, alongside a shirt with your initials, packed snugly next to your favorite soap scents. Your gift recipient will feel SEEN, because they have been! Love someone well this holiday season with a personally packed gift-basket of gifts from The Village Shops!
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