These Are The Most Common Gifts People Give & Receive Over The Holidays

When it comes to giving holiday gifts, there are plenty of people who take their time trying to find the perfect gift for each person. But then there are the people who can't be bothered, and believe it or not, some wind up resorting to some go-to holiday presents.

A new poll finds:

  • 61% of people say they have a traditional holiday gift the give every year.
  • Another 64% say they have a traditional gift they receive every year
  • Many of these go-to gifts are practical ones, with the top recurring gift being sweets (47%). Other recurring gifts include:
    • Something homemade (44%)
    • A gift card/money (46%)
    • Makeup products (37%)
    • Books (34%)
    • Self-care items (33%)
    • A toothbrush (32%)
    • Skin products (31%)
    • Underwear (30%)
    • Pajamas (30%)

And when it comes to holiday gift gifting, most Americans follow certain traditions. In fact, 86% of Americans say holiday traditions are important to them, while 84% are excited to continue them.

Among the most popular gifting traditions:

  • Opening one present on Christmas Eve (45%)
  • Allowing one person to distribute gifts from the Christmas tree (45%)
  • Opening presents at midnight on Christmas (44%)
  • A White Elephant/Secret Santa exchange (40%)
  • Gifts for the pets (36%)
  • Specific order of opening gifts (35%)

Source:SWNS Digital


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