Outlets of Des Moines Gift Guide
/I know how overwhelming Holiday shopping can be and it seems that our lists keep growing every year, but that is definitely something to be thankful for if that is the case for you! Even with the current pandemic, we still have gifts to give and don’t forget about your secret Santas or the white elephant gifts 🎅 I am here to make this years shopping trip fast and easy. Think one stop shopping!
I spent a day shopping and browsing the Outlets of Des Moines and put together a small gift guide to highlight some of my favorite items and plus I found some great gift ideas for the men too! P.S. Did you know there is a entire store dedicated to just hot sauces and beef jerky?? 🤯
First stop, The Cosmetics Warehouse Store.
Full of final sales, clearance, and favorite skincare items at a discount. My favorite gift idea from this store was for the teen, beauty lover, or secret Santa. For only $15 you choose a gift bag that is perfect for future use and fill it up with some sample size products. I love getting samples at the stores, plus it is a great way to find new favorites or to have those sizes for travel or for your purse/bags.
2.) Under Armour
Racks on racks of clothing and shoes for the entire family! Cold weather is approaching and cold gear for all outdoor activities is a great closet staple. Another great find was the wall of hats. Fishing, baseball, golfing, and sun hats! If you are wanting to make it more personal, then take it to a shop to have it embroidered or personalized.
I found matching leggings for moms and littles plus great pieces for school. Lunch boxes and backpacks are fun to gift with a little extra hidden surprise in it ☺️
3.) Eddie Bauer
Classic pieces that will last a long time. I found the best camouflage sweater! I would say a puffer vest is a safe bet for just about anyone in the family. It is a great layering piece and timeless style that will be in your and last throughout multiple seasons.
I chose to grab base layers like plain long sleeve shirts, a vest, and of course they have family fun pajamas too!
4.) Ralph Lauren
At first you would think that this store is only clothing, but they have several tables set up for your gift giving needs. From mugs to umbrellas, they have you covered, literally 😉 The store does a nice job of having a few summer options like vacation wear and swim trunks, because after 2020 is over, we are all going to need a nice long vacation! Am I right??
They have a great children’s section with plenty of sales and clearance items! I was there to highlight my favorites but I may have ended up bringing a few pieces home!
5.) Kate Spade
Paradise! You walk in and your eyes scan the room for the best place to start but you can’t decide because the glitter and lights have you in awe! So many great finds in this store. Earrings for a party, sunglasses for vacation, phone or laptop cases because your work equipment still needs to look beautiful even while at home ☺️
My favorite finds are below, including bags/purses for every occasion.
6.) American Eagle Outfitters
This store may seem like it is for a younger crowd, but if you are having a hard time finding perfect fitting jeans, stop in! Yes, they do have great gifts for the teens but they also have clothing for any age! I tried on a few looks and yes, they may be trendy, but that is what is fun about receiving gifts! You may not necessarily need it but you WANT it 😊 I definitely did not need another lounge wear set, but this one is a total WANT!
If you are planning a visit to the Outlets, make sure you visit their WEBSITE for updated shopping hours and take a look at the STORE DIRECTORY .
**This is a sponsored post. All thoughts and words are my own.
