Magical Holiday Gift Ideas

Do you have friends and family who could use a little more magic in their lives? Then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve curated a collection of our most popular holiday gifts and hidden gems that you may not have discovered. We’re sure you’ll find the perfect thing for the magical people in your life.. including yourself. Who says you can’t treat yourself for the holidays.

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The Tradition of Gift Giving Goes Back to Ancient Rome

Saturnalia, held in mid-December, is an ancient Roman pagan holiday honoring the agricultural god Saturn. Because of when the holiday occurred—near the winter solstice—Saturnalia celebrations are the source of many of the traditions we now associate with Christmas, such as wreaths, candles, feasting and gift-giving.

How the Romans Celebrated Saturnalia

During Saturnalia, work and business came to a halt. Schools and courts of law closed, and the normal social patterns were suspended.

People decorated their homes with wreaths and other greenery, and shed their traditional togas in favor of colorful clothes known as synthesis. Even enslaved people did not have to work during Saturnalia, but were allowed to participate in the festivities; in some cases, they sat at the head of the table while their masters served them.

Instead of working, Romans spent Saturnalia gambling, singing, playing music, feasting, socializing and giving each other gifts. Wax taper candles called cerei were common gifts during Saturnalia, to signify light returning after the solstice.