I’ve been working on putting together an epic gift bag for a content creator retreat I’m hosting in January, for the creators I’m hiring for What The Fab Media. Putting together their gift bags made me think about what actually makes a great gift for a content creator—as influencers and creators, we already receive so much PR product, and I really wanted to make sure I was stocking their gift bags with things they would actually be excited about and use.
So I decided to turn this into a proper content creator gift guide, just in time for holiday shopping, in case you’re looking for a thoughtful, genuinely useful gift for an influencer or creator you love. Every product below is something I included for the retreat and would make a fab gift for a creator in your life!
Travel Essentials That Content Creators Will Actually Use
1. Beis Weekender Duffle Bag
This bag is a content creator staple for a reason. The structured design keeps everything organized, even when it’s fully packed with outfits, tech, and personal items. The separate bottom compartment has been clutch for a change of shoes.
No matter how much you stuff inside, it somehow manages to always look polished. It works for retreats, weekend trips, and nonstop travel seasons alike.
2. Orbitkey Tech Organizer
Every creator has a tangled-cord situation—this fixes that. The Orbitkey Tech Organizer keeps chargers, cables, and small tech essentials neatly in place without taking up much room. It’s slim, thoughtfully designed, and one of those gifts people don’t realize they need until they use it daily.
3. Inactivators Sleep Mask
Sleep is productivity, especially for creators who travel often or edit late. This sleep mask blocks out light comfortably without feeling bulky, making it ideal for planes or hotel rooms. It’s a low-key luxury that instantly improves rest, and I appreciate that it has a curved design so that it doesn’t smoosh my eyeballs (or lash extensions!).
4. Blue Lizard Sunscreen
A must in any content creator’s bag. This sunscreen is gentle, reliable, and easy to reapply, making it a smart everyday essential. I also love that Blue Lizard sunscreen is reef safe!
5. Totes Rain Poncho
Not a sexy fashion statement, but essential. This compact poncho is easy to pack and invaluable when the weather doesn’t cooperate during travel or outdoor shoots. One of those gifts that earns immediate gratitude.
6. Profi Nasal Spray
Frequent travel, packed calendars, tight content deadlines—it can be brutal. No one has time to be knocked out with a cold, and this nasal spray has been proven to reduce airborne germs entering your nasal passages. They can give a little spritz any time they’re going to be entering a crowded space and do their best to stay healthy this holiday season.
Stocking Stuffers Content Creators Will Love
7. imPress Nails
A last-minute content day lifesaver. These press-on nails give you a polished manicure in minutes—no dry time, no salon visit. Perfect for travel, events, or surprise shoots.
8. imPress Lashes
Lightweight, easy, and perfect for shoot days when you want to look put together without uncomfortable lash strips. The ideal lashes for creators who value efficiency.
9. Sol Labs Lip Balm
Lip balm is always essential—but this one feels elevated. Deeply hydrating without being sticky, making it perfect for airplane air, outdoor shoots, and everyday wear.
10. HanHoo Blemish Patches
Every creator has had a breakout right before filming. These blemish patches are effective, discreet, and genuinely useful.
11. Restore Electrolyte Sticks
Creators forget to hydrate—full stop. Electrolyte sticks make it easy to stay energized during travel days, long shoots, or marathon editing sessions.
12. Wild Mini Deodorant
Chic, refillable, and perfectly sized deodorants for carry-ons or shoot bags. A small upgrade that feels modern and intentional.
Self-Care + Little Treats (Because Creators Are Tired)
13. Even Keel Bath Fizzy Set
Creative work is rewarding, but it’s also mentally draining. This bath fizzy set encourages real downtime and feels like a luxurious treat.
14. StriVectin Eye Masks
Late nights, early mornings, endless screen time—eye masks aren’t optional. These feel luxe but functional and actually deliver results.
15. Zoya Rescue and Repair Nail Kit
Between travel and DIYing their latest content shoot set, nails take a beating. This kit helps repair damage and maintain healthy nails without salon visits.
16. Gifted Arnica Salve
Long shoot days, heavy bags, sore muscles—this salve is one of those wellness staples creators don’t know they need until they try it.
17. The Fancy Marshmallow
Unexpected, indulgent, and just fun. A cozy-night treat that adds personality to any gift lineup. The Fancy Marshmallow’s European Drinking Chocolate is thick and delicious, and their fancy marshmallows are so fun.
18. Nichols Farms Pistachios
Elevated snacking done right. Pistachios are perfect for desks, travel days, or mid-edit fuel. I included these in our content creator gift bags because snacks are essential for long shoot days!
19. Now Foods Cinnamon Honey Almonds
These almonds are sweet, satisfying, and ideal for quick energy boosts when editing, shooting, or traveling.
Luxe Gifts That Feel Thoughtful
20. Loop Digital Frame
Creators take thousands of photos that often live in the cloud. This digital frame makes it easy to actually enjoy those memories, rotating images automatically and updating wirelessly.
21. Uncommon James Initial Necklace
Personal and chic. This necklace is timeless, polished, and easy to wear daily.
Elise Armitage is an entrepreneur and founder of What The Fab, a travel + lifestyle blog based in California. At the beginning of 2019, Elise left her corporate job at Google to chase her dreams: being an entrepreneur and helping women find fabulous in the everyday. Since then, she’s launched her SEO course Six-Figure SEO, where she teaches bloggers how to create a passive revenue stream from their website using SEO. Featured in publications like Forbes, Elle, HerMoney, and Real Simple, Elise is a firm believer that you can be of both substance and style.
