Searching for the perfect holiday gifts for sports lovers and style enthusiasts can be like a game itself — thrilling yet tricky. With our ultimate sneaker and sportswear gift guide, you can make it simple and fun this season.
We’ve scoured the top sportswear brands and picked the best small, sporty items and fashion-forward accessories that will proudly stuff every stocking. Whether for him, for her, or the little champs, our quick and practical gift guide has something for every athlete and trendsetter.
Ready to score some great finds? Let’s go!
Stocking Stuffers and Sports Gifts for Him
No matter what sport the men in your life are into, some budget holiday gifts never fail — training socks. And you know why? Because they need them. Sports enthusiasts go through socks much faster than non-athletes, so a pack of training socks hits that sweet spot between wallet-friendly (for you) and useful (for them), all while snuggly fitting as stocking stuffers. Plus, it’s tough to get the wrong size. The best deal is a 6-pack of Sonneti quarter socks — breathable, comfortable, and lightly cushioned.
Do you want to take it up a notch for your man? He will enjoy a pack of microfiber boxer briefs. They are smooth, comfy, and provide enough stretch. If you’re thinking about getting Nike, opt for the ones with Dri-FIT tech. No need to worry if these aren’t a suitable option for other recipients. Their upper-range stocking stuffers could be a Jordan crossbody bag, a vacuum-insulated stainless steel chug bottle, a Hoodrich OG beanie, or a New Era snapback hat. And if you’re searching for a middle ground, get your sneaker lover the Crep Cure Travel Kit.
Still not sure what to get? Well, you can’t go wrong with a gift card. Take JD Sports, for instance. As the one-stop shop for all things sporty and stylish, they have all of the above, plus gift cards ranging from $10 to $100. These cards can be used to redeem any holiday gifts your sports lover wants, hassle-free.
Stocking Stuffers and Fashion Gifts for Her
Training socks, beanies, and fitness bottles are perfect stocking stuffers for women, not to mention the ultimate universal gift: the gift card. But women could sure use a more fashionable vibe. That is if you know what they like.
So, if socks, bags, and hats from a sportswear brand don’t make the cut, how about gloves from The North Face? You can get her cozy mitts with fleece lining or, better yet, the Osito Etip gloves — they have a silicon gripper palm and let her use touchscreen devices while keeping her hands warm all winter.
Is she fond of running? The Hoodrich OG balaclava is an excellent mask for running in cold weather. Plus it is available in an allover bandana-style graphic that can easily score a top spot among sports fashion gifts.
Stocking Stuffers and Holiday Gifts for Kids
What about the little ones? They are the biggest fans of holiday gifts, stocking stuffers included. Keep them active with a Nike Skills basketball that helps them practice and perfect their handles and shots.
You can also get them training socks, but they might not appreciate them as much as gifts despite being very useful. You can pick a brightly colored set like the rainbow Nike Dri-FIT 6-packs that come in either red/orange/yellow/green/blue/purple or teal/yellow/blue/purple/green/pink. Something else that may strike their fancy is a pack of Crocs Jibbitz or a beanie hat and gloves set in a soft knit fabric.
Oh, are you looking for sports-themed gifts for a baby? No problem. Get an infant bodysuit 3-piece box set from Nike (with matching headband and crib booties) or Jordan (with a hat and bib).
Get the Perfect Stocking Stuffers for Your Sports Lover
Stocking stuffers are small and usually inexpensive, but that doesn’t make them unimportant, especially if you want something niche, like sports gifts. From budget buys to $100 gift cards, you can get your holiday gifts on time with no sweat. Happy ho-ho-holiday shopping!