Lifestyle Holidays & Occasions Gift Guide from American Living Sponsored by JCPenney By InStyle Editors InStyle Editors Instagram Twitter InStyle's mantra is "Everybody's in," and that means anyone who finds their way to our stories should find themselves reflected in them. We prioritize bringing the right writer to every story and sometimes collaborate as a team to ensure we're including points of view across race, gender expression, body size, skin and hair type, and more. Our editors and writers comprise decades of expertise across the beauty, fashion, lifestyle and wellness spaces in print and digital. We prioritize journalistic integrity, factual accuracy, and also having fun with every story we share. For more about our team, click here. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on March 31, 2015 Pin Share Tweet Email Gift Guide from American Living Sponsored by JCPenney 01 of 10 Better to Give What is a good host/hostess gift? If turning up to a holiday party empty handed is not an option, a great gift for the host or hostess is a set of American Living's Pine Ridge mugs. A practical gift that they will use again and again, these festive mugs are perfect for sipping hot chocolate by the fire or warm cider at the dinner table. An especially good buy for regular coffee drinkers, they will think of you every time they have their morning cup of joe. With a set of four costing less than amp#36;40, it's an inexpensive way to be thoughtful. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 02 of 10 A Happier Holiday What is an easy way to make a holiday party more festive? Injecting a dose of holiday fun into your dining room is a simple way to make your home more celebratory this season. Start with American Living's Foxhunt accent plates, decorated with a cheerful plaid. Then serve up all your hot drinks in matching Foxhunt mugs. Add the final touch to every place setting with our Clemons Tartan placemats and napkins. The two festive patterns play well off each other and combined give your table a sophisticated look. These personal touches won't go unnoticed and guests will compliment you on your attention to detail. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 03 of 10 It's A Cinch Is a belt a thoughtful gift? Absolutely! A belt can be worn year-round and instantly pulls together any outfit. Great for a man or a woman, you don't need to know the person's exact measurements in order to buy one. If you are shopping for a man, a simple brown leather belt is a necessity and he can never have too many. For a woman, black will go with everything and she can use it with pants and even over form-fitting knits or a dress for a more polished look. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 04 of 10 Just Bag It What can I get for a woman if I don't know her size? If you are not sure what size she is, whether it is your daughter, your wife, or your friend, a great gift for a woman is a purse. American Living has two fantastic options, the plaid handbag and plaid tote. Both carryalls have a stylish check print and sleek black patent leather trim. For the woman-on-the-go, opt for the handbag because it's easy to access everything inside. If she likes to look a bit more polished, buy her the lady-like tote. Either way, she'll wear her new bag day to night and will thank you that she can fit all her personal items with ease. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 05 of 10 An Instant Favorite What item will he definitely use all the time? A sweater is a great season-appropriate gift that he will wear over and over again. Soft, stylish, and warm, the American Living red half-zip sweater looks classic and sophisticated. On the weekends, he will pair it with his favorite worn-in jeans and sneakers. During the week, he will wear it to the office over a button-down with a pair of chinos and some loafers. The bright color is perfect for the holidays and the classic style will ensure that he keeps it for years to come. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 06 of 10 Flaking Out What is the perfect gift sweater for kids? Dressing your kids in festive attire is one of the many joys of the season and nothing says the holidays quite like the American Living snowflake sweater for boys and snowflake cardigan for girls. These two pieces are seasonal standouts and your kids will look special in knits with the ultimate winter-time pattern. Both key fashion colors this season, the boys will love the outdoorsy green of their half-zip and girls will feel bright and cheerful in a red cardigan. For special occasions, boys can easily pair a classic button-down underneath their sweater. For girls, a white collared blouse really makes the snowflakes stand out. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 07 of 10 Sweet Dreams What kind of pajamas should I buy for him? The last thought on his mind is what he should wear to bed. At night, men want to put on something simple and American Living's red terry pajama shirt and navy plaid pajama pant is the solution. Sure to be the most comfortable pajamas he will ever own, these separates are still color coordinated without being uniform. The sporty half-zip top and pockets in the pants are practical details that he will definitely appreciate, especially on the weekends as he wears this set to lounge around long after waking up. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 08 of 10 Playing Favorites What are some clothing gifts the kids will want to wear to school? One of American Living's biggest hits for girls this season is the buffalo plaid skirt. Even though she wore it to multiple events over the holidays, she will still be eager to make a fashion statement with the trendy pattern at school. For boys, your investment in a pair of cords will really pay off when he wears them just as much as his favorite pair of jeans. Comfortable and totally versatile, it is not a bad idea to buy him two different colors. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 09 of 10 Sleepy Time Are pajamas a good gift for women? A nice pair of pajamas is the perfect gift for her. Every woman wants to be comfortable when she sleeps and nothing is cozier than AL's deep red snowflake pajamas. Made from ultra-soft cotton, this matching set is extremely comfortable and easy to put on. Even on the coldest of nights, she'll be warm in pants and long sleeves. The seasonal pattern adds a festive element and the bright color really contributes to the holiday feel. The two pieces can be worn separately as well so she can mix and match them with the rest of her sleepwear. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com 10 of 10 Anyone and Everyone What is something I can get for anyone on my list? No matter who it is, a friend, a family member or a co-worker, everyone will appreciate the gift of a scarf. Made from wool, American Living's plaid scarf is both cozy and comfortable. A cold-weather essential, your gift will be used every day as the person bundles up to head outdoors. The red and black check print is one of our biggest patterns for the season and with a price tag under $20, this is a stylish present you can easily afford. GET MORE INFOwww.jcpenney.com Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit