One of the greatest things about the holiday is giving small gifts to loved ones. These can be grand gestures -- so many people become engaged over the holidays -- or small tokens of affection. Here are some of our favorite classic and trendy gifts for this holiday season.

It seems that everyone has a traditional gift to give -- or receive -- in a stocking. We love edible gifts, such as fresh oranges and small bags of mixed nuts, wrapped beautifully in little bags with ribbons.

With so many parties going on over the holidays, the last thing you want to do is rack your brain for the perfect hostess gifts. Here, we've taken the guesswork out of your shopping list! For starters, everyone loves cookies, especially small treats snuggled into a pretty tin. Dean & Deluca offers the classic black-and-white in miniature for $30. Or, if your hostess loves to entertain, bring Bella Cucina's Piccolo Olive Bowl, which comes with a jar of 6 varieties, an elegant serving spoon, and a beautiful serving bowl, all wrapped up in a ribbon for $39. Now, if you're staying over, help out the hostess by bringing breakfast -- in a bag. L.L. Bean has a handsome tote filled with pancake mix, syrup, jam, and coffee for $55. Or, if you're not sure what to bring, opt for a gift of scented soap. Mor Cosmetics offers a body bar in a reusable container for just $19.

Here are some classic gifts that are guaranteed to put a smile on your loved one's face. What better way to say "I love you" than with sweets? Good Karmal's sumptuous treats come in a pretty basket in such amazing flavors as Espresso and Chocolate Sea Salt. For the fashionista in your world, give the gift of jewelry. We love the chic -- and so affordable -- Apostrophe ivory rose bangle at sears.com. For him, choose something unique so that he'll always remember you. How about super cool cuff links? We found a pair of octopus cuff links at lusterbunny.etsy.com that will dress up your favorite fellow. And if you're looking to impress the kids, get them the Ripstick caster board from razor.com.