A Curated Gift Guide for Relaxed, Refined Living

Coastal chic is more than a color palette; it is a way of living that feels sun-washed, effortless, and quietly refined. It belongs just as easily in a city condo as it does in a beachfront bungalow, defined by layered neutrals, organic textures, and pieces that feel collected rather than themed. This year’s Coastal Chic Gift Guide was created for the person whose home always feels like a deep breath—light-filled, welcoming, and intentionally relaxed.
At CG Hunter, our Coastal Chic Gift Guide focuses on gifts that weave together natural materials, sculptural silhouettes, and subtle coastal references without slipping into “beachy” clichés. Think braided jute underfoot, artisan glass catching the light, pale woods, soft metals, and greenery that looks like it’s grown in place over time. These are gifts that don’t just decorate a room; they gently shape how it feels to live there day after day.

Foundations of a Coastal Chic Room

Every coastal-inspired space begins with a strong, textural foundation. Rugs are an easy way to introduce that grounded, relaxed feeling. The Natural Sisal & Wool Diamond Loop Rug blends the durability of sisal with the softness of wool, creating a subtle diamond pattern that adds interest without competing with the rest of the space. It is ideal for living rooms and dining areas where calm, neutral color and practical comfort are equally important.
Round rugs are especially helpful for softening angular rooms and defining small zones. The Natural Round Braided Jute Rug and Natural and Brown Round Braided Jute Rug bring warmth and texture with their hand-braided construction. Style one under an accent chair, beside a bed, or in an entry to create a moment that feels quietly anchored but still airy. For a touch of visual softness, the Natural Round Scalloped Jute Rug adds a gentle, scalloped edge that feels especially lovely in bedrooms, reading corners, or under a petite accent table.

Gifts for the Effortless Entertainer

For the host who loves intimate dinners, weekend brunches, or impromptu gatherings, serveware and textiles are thoughtful ways to infuse coastal ease into everyday rituals. The Charlotte Wooden Serving Board Trio, Wooden Serving Board, and Charlotte Wood Cheese Board are all crafted from warm mango wood, with silhouettes that feel both practical and artful. They are perfect for layered cheese boards, fresh fruit displays, or casual snack spreads when friends stop by.
To add height and presence to the table, the 9.5" Mango Wood Cake Stand is an easy favorite. It can hold a simple citrus olive-oil cake, a stack of pastries, or even a cluster of pillar candles and greenery when it’s not in use for serving. Together, these pieces create a serving collection that feels intentionally coordinated but never stiff—exactly what coastal entertaining should feel like.
Linens are where coastal chic truly comes to life. The Grey and Green Lilies Linen Tablecloth drapes a table in a soft botanical print that feels both fresh and timeless. Pair it with Grey and Green Lilies Napkins for a tone-on-tone look, or mix in Blush Lilies Napkins for a whisper of soft coral and blush tones reminiscent of seaside sunsets. For friends who love to host, a bundle of coordinating table linens and a serving board makes a gift that feels generous, thoughtful, and ready for their next gathering.

Sculptural Vases and Coastal Florals

One of the signatures of coastal chic style is the way florals and branches are displayed—never overly formal, always a bit undone. The Charlotte Aluminum Vase offers a sleek, slightly weathered metallic finish that pairs beautifully with soft greenery or a single dramatic stem. For those who lean toward a more traditional profile, the Charlotte Pitcher Vase brings a hint of classic silhouette while still feeling modern in finish.
For a more tactile, artisan feel, consider the 12.4" Hand Painted Terracotta Vase or the 12" Terracotta Vase with Handles. Each one adds a sense of hand-touched character to consoles and shelves. Terracotta pairs beautifully with woven textures and soft textiles, making it ideal for coastal spaces that favor earthy materials over shine.
If the person you’re gifting gravitates toward soft greys and subtle contrast, the 8.5" Warm Grey Aluminum Vase with Handle and 18" Aluminum Vase Pitcher in Warm Grey offer sculptural lines in a soothing, weathered grey tone. They look beautiful alone or styled as a duo with airy stems, reeds, or faux florals.

Greenery That Feels Grown-In, Not Styled-On

A coastal home feels most welcoming when greenery looks like it belongs—soft, natural, and just a little wild. The 30" Faux Olive Arrangement in Artisan Vase is a standout piece in this collection. With its muted green leaves and sculptural branching, it adds quiet life to console tables, kitchen counters, or bedside spaces. The artisan-style vase feels collected rather than brand-new, which is exactly the right note for coastal chic styling.
If you’re shopping for someone with higher ceilings or open floor plans, the 7' Artificial Palm Tree and 7' Artificial Heart Ficus Tree are beautiful options. The palm introduces a refined, resort-inspired silhouette, while the ficus brings soft, layered foliage that works well in living rooms, bedrooms, or home offices. Both trees create a vertical moment that softens corners and adds dimension without overwhelming the space.
For something more compact, the 12" Succulent Arrangement offers sculptural greenery at a smaller scale. It’s the kind of piece that feels right at home on an accent table, open shelf, or bathroom counter—just enough to bring life and texture without requiring extra care.

Glass, Glow, and Gentle Color

Coastal spaces often rely on glass and soft metals to bounce light around a room. The Assorted Blue and Green Glass Bud Vases and Assorted Yellow and Peach Glass Bud Vases are perfect little jewels for windowsills, bedside tables, or dining tables. Clustered together, they create a light-catching story of sea-glass blues, greens, and warm sun-kissed tones.
For candlelight, the Tapered Candle Holder, White Wood  and Tapered Candle Holder, Natural Wood bring a coastal ease to mantels and tables. Their turned silhouettes feel classic, while the finishes keep them rooted in a relaxed, natural look. Pair them with linen napkins and woven placemats for a tablescape that feels quietly luxurious.
When the moment calls for a little more drama, the Brass Lantern becomes the star. Styled on a porch, by a hearth, or beside a stair landing, it brings a warm glow and subtle shine that never feels overdone. It also makes a beautifully generous gift on its own, especially for someone who loves to host al fresco.
Ribbon is a subtle but powerful finishing touch, whether used on gifts, wreaths, or napkin bundles. The Ribbon in Cream and Black and Ribbon in Cream and Tan feel tailored yet soft. Use them to tie sprigs of greenery to place settings, finish wrapped gifts, or weave through garlands and lantern handles.

Accent Tables and Layered Moments

In a coastal chic home, small accent pieces often do the most work. The 18" Natural Wooden Accent Table and Antique Brass Aluminum Accent Table are wonderful examples. The natural wood option brings warmth and an organic profile, ideal for holding a bud vase, a stack of books, or a cup of morning coffee by a window. The antique brass table adds a refined metallic note that pairs beautifully with jute, linen, and soft white walls.
These small tables become perfect stages for everything else in this collection—an olive arrangement, a pair of bud vases, a stack of folded napkins topped with ribbon. When you’re building a gift for someone special, consider pairing an accent table with one or two styling pieces from this guide so they can recreate a vignette at home right away.

How to Build a Coastal Chic Gift Story

One of the easiest ways to make your gift feel considered is to think in terms of “stories” rather than single items. For the entertainer, you might pair the Grey and Green Lilies Linen Tablecloth with coordinating napkins and the Charlotte Wooden Serving Board Trio, then finish it with a length of Ribbon in Cream and Tan wrapped around the bundle.
For the design lover who is always restyling corners of their home, consider a combination like the Natural Round Scalloped Jute Rug, 30" Faux Olive Arrangement in Artisan Vase, and 18" Natural Wooden Accent Table. Together, they create an instant reading corner or entry vignette with layered texture, height, and lightness.
For the person whose style leans slightly more polished, you might select the Antique Brass Aluminum Accent Table, Charlotte Aluminum Vase, and a few Assorted Blue and Green Glass Bud Vases to build a vignette that mixes metal, glass, and greenery in a balanced, coastal way.

Continue the Holiday Inspiration

The Coastal Chic Gift Guide is just one part of our holiday gifting story. For even more ideas tailored to different styles and personalities, explore our other curated guides, including Gifts for the Elevated Homestead — Holiday 2025, Gifts for the Entertainer — Holiday 2025, and Gifts for the Seasonal Decorator — Holiday 2025. Each guide is designed to help you match the right gift with the right home, whether their style leans rustic, romantic, or festive and ever-changing.
Discover more styling inspiration, greenery, and thoughtfully crafted décor in our Holiday Shoppe and throughout the CG Hunter collection. Follow @CGHunterHome on Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok for daily ideas on bringing relaxed, coastal elegance into the spaces you share with the people you love most.