The year is almost at an end, but before the Best of 2016 lists are drawn up and debated it is time to think about what to get that special TV fan in your life. Or you might want to get yourself a treat because yeah you deserve it. There are plenty of TV themed gifts on offer including books, toys and apparel. We’ve got a mixture of inspired by items and versions of clothing, accessories and makeup you have seen on screen ranging in price from affordable to splurge. Food and drink also make the list and we’ve covered all bases for even the trickiest person to please in our gift guide below:
Cookbooks, Novels, and More
Let’s kick things off with some good old-fashioned reading material. Stunning books for your coffee table and kitchen include “The Making of Outlander” and “Outlander Kitchen” for all your Claire and Jamie Fraser cooking and stunning production detail desires.
If you’re looking for something even more adventurous in the kitchen and miss Will Graham’s sessions with Hannibal then how about “Feeding Hannibal: A Connoisseurs Cookbook”? It might freak your guests out if they see it on your shelf or they might wonder what they are eating, but really this is an in-depth behind the scenes look atHannibalfood stylist Janice Poon’s work on the show with recipes, photos and annotations.
For fans ofTwin Peaksand those highly anticipating the new Showtime series “The Secret History of Twin Peaks: A Novel” from the show’s co-creator Mark Frost is a timely gift idea. And for the person who is still sad thatLookinghas come to an end then thisbeautiful photo biographyof the show is must.
In books that were made into shows this year there is “The Good Girls Revolt” by Lynn Povich and Jeffrey Toobin’s “The Run of His Life: The People v. O.J. Simpson.” To get ahead of the HBO miniseries starring Reese Witherspoon and Nicole Kidman “Big Little Lies” by Liane Moriarty is a great choice.
Comedy-wise,Broad Citystar Abbi Jacobson has an illustrated book called “Carry This Book” that delves into what we keep in our bags, pockets and purses. Jacobson’sBroad Cityco-creator Ilana Glazer produced the oh so fabulous podcastSoo Many White Guysfrom Phoebe Robinson and her collection of essays “you may’t Touch My Hair” is as hilarious as it is informative. It also includes an introduction from formerDaily Showcorrespondent (and2 Dope Queensco-host) Jessica Williams and you can now get your hands on the oral history ofThe Daily Showin hardback book form.
Wine and Spirits
Moving on from gifts for book and TV lovers we’ve got some excellent suggestions for the wine aficionado in your life includingPinot Noir by Tituss Burgessbecause all wines should come with a theme song.
A decent sized wine glass is also required as expertly demonstrated by Olivia Pope and Alicia Florrick;Crate & Barrelhas this covered. And for that trueGood Wifewine fan then how about this perfect Secret Santa pricedbottle opener complete with logogift.
AnotherGood Wifethemed present in the under $5 category isthis Chumhum penand if you want to hit the other end of the scale then check out theMitchell Gold + Bob Williams Decor collectionfeaturing furniture from Alicia’s home and the Lockhart Gardner (and every other name this firm has had) offices. AddingWill’s chairto the ultimate splurge part of this list.
‘Gilmore Girls’-Specific
One show has that has been dominating recent TV talk isGilmore Girls. There are plenty of gift options for fans of this show including the very appropriately titled “They Scoop Gilmores, Don’t They?” ice cream fromApple Hills.The 4-packis called “Where You Lead, I Will Marshmallow” and they get points for puns as well as the super cute packaging.
you’re able to also wear your Gilmore feelings on your chest with either the “I’m With Lorelai” or “I’m With Rory” T-shirts from Rachel Antonoff. If only there was also an “I’m with Emily” one. Lorelai also wore aRachel Antonoff sweatshirtinA Year in the Lifeif you were looking for a more subtle nod to the show or waiting for the T-shirts to come back into stock. Keeping with the products featured in the revival and while Goop got a mention, Lorelai is also partial to Reese Witherspoon’s lifestyle brand Draper James and she can be seen in “Summer” with the fabulously titled “Totes Y’all” Vanderbilt toteand Lorelai is way more Reese than Gwyneth.
On the cheaper end of the scale you can also get your hands onLauren Graham’s new book“Talking as Fast as I Can: From Gilmore Girls to Gilmore Girls (and Everything in Between)” and these essays cover exactly what the title suggests.
Beauty Products
Moving on fromGilmore Girls, but keeping with the memoir theme andTaraji P. Henson’s “Around the Way Girl”delves into post-Oscar nomination uncertainty and everything that has led up to one of the most memorable characters on TV right now.
Beauty products are another great gift idea and even thoughAgent Carteris no more you can still wear the same red lipstick that Peggy did in the series; Besame’s “1946” red velvet lip color is a true replica of that period and comes in fabulous packaging to boot. For something more 2016 and from one of this year’s standouts then give the gift ofFleabag’sdarker shade and she wears “Dare You” by MAC(hat tip toKatie Heaney for the investigative work). For a Cookie approved present and to get red carpet ready with a more subtle tone then try out Taraji P. Henson’s very ownMAC color “Strip Me Down” that she wore at the Emmys this year.
‘Game of Thrones’-Specific
While we’re on the subject of splurge; for your very own Khaleesithis dragon choker by Yunus & Elizaas worn by Daenerys onGame of Thronesis statement jewelry at its best. Other items such asbangles,earringsandcuffsare also available.
ForGame of Thronesgifts that don’t cost a month’s rent then there are also plenty of options fromMoleskin notebooks,socks gift box,Direwolf plush toys- so we can pretend that they are all still alive - andT-shirts to celebratethe true heroes of Westeros. HBO also has you covered in theGame of Thronesboard games department with versions ofMonopoly,RiskandClue.
Stocking Stuffers
Both the HBO and NBC stores have plenty of stocking stuffer ideas includingSilicon Valleypens(with a stylus!) anda mouse matfor that retro feel.
To show off your show affiliation in the office there are wide range of mugs varying in size/style from HBO and NBC includingInsecure,The Comeback,Curb Your Enthusiasm,Parks and Recreation,FriendsandLaw & Order: SVU.
From CBS they have the Clyde fromElementaryfans covered withthis offeringto make up for all those episodes he is absent from.
In other wine glass options you can get thisKathie Lee and Hoda stemless setfor a steal right now. And if shots are more their thing aDeadwoodGem Saloon glassis a great alternative. For the slightly more out there drinking receptacle and if you have an aspiring spy to buy for, FX has anAmericansbinocular flaskavailable.
Figurines, Pins, and More
Keeping on the stocking gift theme and pop culture pins are all the rage right now and it is another really great way for a fan to show off which show they love.Weirdo Weaponscovers past and present includingClaire Fisher’s green hearse fromSix Feet Under,Peggy Olson’sMad Menstrut of gloryand thephone fromStranger Things.
Also delivering on the great pins front (as well as socks) isHeartificialwith drunkRon Swanson,Luke’s Diner, theMr. Robotstore logoandSam Weir fromFreaks and Geekslooking annoyed all up for grabs.
Sticking with the affordable gifts that cover a wide range of genres andFunko’s Pop TV figureshave everything fromGolden GirlsandOutlandertoThe FlashandPreachercovered.
