If grocery stores created a data-centered deep dive like Spotify Wrapped, I am confident that I would be one of Aldi’s top fans. Like, I’d be a “get a personal message from the CEO”-type fan.The chain’s produce game is always strong. Its gluten free products make my budget and taste buds happy. The Aldi Finds aisle gives me access to items I didn’t even know I needed in my life, from a cute home decor basket to a water sprinkler for my dog (both of which I purchased). And during the holiday gift-giving season? Aldi has the tools that both you and I need to set our stocking game apart – and not just in the food realm.
Burt’s Bees Mistletoe Kiss Lip Balm Gift Set
When serving holiday looks in the cold weather, staying moisturized has to be the first step in everyone’s beauty routine. Say bye to chapped lips with Burt’s Bees’ festive Mistletoe Kiss Lip Balm Gift Set that Aldi carries. Sold in a group of three, the collection includes tinted lip balm and lip shimmer in addition to moisturizing lip balm.
Lacura Holiday Hand Moisturizing Cream Set
Aldi is also taking care of dry hands this winter with the Lacura Holiday Hand Moisturizing Cream Set on its shelves. With scents like warm coconut, cedarwood and peppermint, you can either divide up the set to put in multiple stockings or give your roomie the gift of aromatic variety.
Holiday Squishmallows
Have a Squishmallow fan in your life? Aldi currently has holiday versions of the embellishing cuddly creatures in stock, from a snowman named Manny to a smiling gingerbread house.
Kirkton House Village House Candle
Speaking of gingerbread, this gingerbread house candle looks like a Pottery Barn dupe, and its warm scents are sure to make anyone’s childhood bedroom truly smell like Christmas on winter break.
School and work typically take a backseat during the holiday season as friends, family and quality time become priority. However, Aldi has a few stocking-approved tools to make the transition back into everyday life a little easier when January arrives.
Ambiano Portable Electric Food Warmer
Not every workplace has a microwave, and cold salads and sandwiches don’t always hit the spot during the winter. Throw in Aldi’s portable electric food warmer to help your loved one unlock the gift of soup, ravioli or mac and cheese while on the clock!
Bauhn Mini Retro Speaker
With a vintage look and a practical purpose, this speaker can suit the aesthetic of any dorm room and give the capability to blast music during study sessions or stay up-to-date on one’s favorite podcasts.
Bauhn Active Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones
If your friend prefers to keep their playlists private or opts for quiet library studying, these noise cancelling Bluetooth headphones would be perfect for on-the-go jam sessions.
Bauhn Power Adapter
Speaking of library studying (don’t worry, this is the last scholarly item on the list), this power adapter ensures that no one in your friend group will have to turn on low power mode ever again during those all-night cramming sessions.
If you’re filling the stocking of a loved one in their artsy era, Aldi has some solid craft kits for every skill level.
Merry Moments 2 Pack Punch Needle Ornaments Kit
Honestly, I think I’m going to have to go scout out this ornament embroidery kit today. Allowing crafters to create both a Christmas tree and a gingerbread person, the set would be a perfect stocking stuffer for besties who craft together.
Merry Moments Paint Your Own Nutcracker & Merry Moments Holiday Paint By Number
Prefer paint over thread? Aldi has kits that let stocking recipients create a customized nutcracker. If the person on your list typically opts for instruction-based crafts instead of free-styling their handiwork, these holiday paint by number sets allow for mindless yet guided fun.
Adventuridge 18 oz Thirst Crusher Tumbler, White Snowflakes
Filling the stocking of a beverage girlie? Aldi’s white winter tumbler is sure to keep beverages as cold as the silver snowflakes decorating the cup, so your bestie can be sipping in a winter wonderland.
Alani Nu’s Winter Wonderland Energy Drink
Of course, a cup is only as good as the beverage inside it. Luckily, Aldi has you covered on that front as well with holiday sips such as Alani Nu’s Winter Wonderland Energy Drink.
I firmly believe that what separates a good stocking from a great stocking is the snacks and treats inside of it. And while you can’t go wrong with classic candies, Aldi has some seasonal goodies that you can’t get any other time of year, making them true holiday delicacies.
Choceur Milk Chocolate Waves
For the sweet treat girlies, these milk chocolate waves are reminiscent of classic potato crisps but with an unexpected, cocoa-centered twist. With rice crisps included in the ingredients list, these one-of-kind confections are likely accompanied by a satisfying crunch.
Emporium Selection Whiskey Cheddar Tree Truckle
Despite Aldi’s extensive chocolate collection, the chain definitely didn’t forget about the savory queens in your life. If your stocking recipient would choose a charcuterie tray over a dessert table, you have to grab this Whiskey Cheddar Tree Truckle.