Sometimes, it takes a village to find the perfect gift — or at least, split the higher price tag. By popular demand, we’re bringing back our curated list of high-end loungewear, advanced tech, splurge-worthy skincare, and more products we think deserve a spot in your collective shopping cart this season. Go ahead, drop this guide in the group chat and start browsing.
Want more holiday gifting ideas? Check out our full list of gift guides for everyone on your list.
A classic scent by Chanel…
An oldie but a goodie. This Eeu Tendre — or “soft water” for those who skipped high school French — has notes of citron, jasmine and teakwood to create a fresh, floral blend that isn’t overpowering. The bottle comes in three sizes, including a mini version which makes for a great stocking stuffer. ($93+, Sephora)
A digital photo frame to relive the best moments…
What’s better than taking the perfect share-worthy family photo? Displaying it around the house within seconds, of course. Enter: this wireless frame. You can upload your favorite images from your phone or computer via an app, or by emailing them to the frame’s unique email address. Its 10-inch screen will then showcase your pictures in 1280 x 800 pixels. It even has an ambient light sensor that automatically adjusts the display brightness. Even better? It ships free. ($150, Nordstrom)
A three-piece skincare set for a healthy glow…
If women had a dollar for every time they were told they looked tired when simply makeup-free, they’d be swimming in these Posh Spice-approved sets. Thankfully, it’s easier than ever to achieve that “I-got-eight-hours-of-sleep” glow with this set’s brightening waterline pencil, a cell-rejuvenating serum, and a priming moisturizer. ($197, Victoria Beckham Beauty)
A high-tech lamp for better mornings…
And better evenings, too. This lamp’s sunrise alarm mimics your body’s natural waking process, while its LED red light boosts your melatonin levels and overall sleep quality. For the bookworms on your list, the lamp’s reading mode reduces harsh glares and displays a soft, soothing light. For everyone else, they can adjust the color, tone, and brightness depending on the desired mood or ambience. Rise and shine. ($200, Loftie)
A classic picture frame that’s the perfect size…
If you’re looking for something a little more old school, you can’t go wrong with this 16-inch picture frame. It’s not only the most popular size on Framebridge’s site, but it also comes pre-packaged in a gift box (so you won’t have to worry about spending more on wrapping). Voilà, one more person crossed off your gift list. ($115, Framebridge)
A little taste of New York City…
Literally. This weekender box includes only the most iconic NYC treats. We’re talking John’s of Bleecker Street coal-fired cheese pizza, a pastrami sandwich kit from Zabar’s on the Upper East Side, a cheesecake from the fan-favorite Junior’s, oven-ready par-baked bagels from Zucker’s, and black and white cookies from WIlliam Greenberg Desserts. Gift this to anyone who’s looking to take a bite out of the Big Apple…and then some. ($230, Gold Belly)
A bathrobe that feels like a cloud…
For anyone on your list who’s always on the hunt for something cozy, this fluffy robe is made with premium 100% long-staple Turkish cotton that’s soft, breezy, and completely live-in-able. It has two side pockets and a long waist-tie for a more relaxed fit. Choose between seven different colors and add a pair of shearling wool clogs to match. They can throw it in the wash when it needs to be cleaned. ($129, Parachute)
A unique way to go through old photos and memorabilia…
Legacybox makes it super easy to transform your old home movies, photographs, and film into digital files that’ll last a lifetime. They’ll send you the box (prepaid shipping label included) for you to fill with memorabilia. Then, you or your giftee will get everything back, in addition to a drive, cloud link, or labeled DVDs with your digitized memories. Time to grab the popcorn. ($70+, Legacybox)
A high-quality hair straightener…
For the person on your list that doesn’t like spending time on hair, we present the Dyson Airstrait. This straightener slash hair dryer hybrid uses an “intuitive airflow” feature that styles your hair sans heat, which means you can use it on wet or dry hair. It also reduces the risk of heat damage and adds volume at the roots. It requires zero time to heat up since it doesn’t use hot plates, and will automatically pause after three seconds of inactivity. It’s coily-, curly-, wavy hair-friendly and HQ’r-approved. ($500, Sephora)
A luxe, no-nonsense tote bag…
The people asked for the perfect everyday bag, and Cuyana delivered with this easy zipper carryall. It’s made with a buttery-soft lightweight Italian leather and comes in sizes small, classic, and tall. Personally, we suggest the tall or classic size if your giftee will be using it as a travel bag instead of a purse. Choose from six neutral colors, but don’t sleep on their seasonal shades either. ($298, Cuyana)
An old-school record player…
For any serious music lovers on your list, meet our current obsession. This vinyl record player comes with all the basic controls of your typical turntable, but seals the deal with its pure analog sound and balanced tonal accuracy. It’s also very easy to set up, which yes, you can argue, is a gift in itself. ($500, Amazon)
Chic crystal wine glasses…
Wine glasses should be two things: sexy and dishwasher-safe. (Thank you, Olivia Pope.) The decanter-shaped bowls and thin, laser-cut lips make these crystal wine glasses eye-catching and sophisticated. These are technically sold as red wine glasses, but we can confirm they look great with an aperol spritz or sangria. Psst…they also have a white wine option with a thinner bowl for the more traditional wine-o’s on your list. ($99+/4 pack, Made In)
A stand mixer that comes in 21 colors…
If you’re shopping for a serial baker, then consider KitchenAid’s Series 5 mixer a must. It has 10 different speeds, mixes both dry or wet ingredients, and can be used with 15 different attachments. Our favorite part is that its five-quart bowl can mix up to nine dozen— yes, nine dozen — cookies-worth of dough. That’s four bread loaves-worth of dough, BTW. It’s sturdy, easy to clean, and because of its wide-range of color options, it’s IG-worthy in the best way. ($460, Amazon)
A knife set that will spark convo…
This 7-piece chef's knife set will have your giftee yelling "Yes, chef" in no time. It includes an 8-inch chef's knife, 7-inch Santoku knife, 8-inch bread knife, 5.5-inch Utility knife, 5-inch serrated utility knife, 9-inch carving knife, and 3.5-inch paring knife. In addition to their razor sharp blades, these knives come with a sharpening stone so you can be sure they'll last a long while. ($125, Amazon)
A silky pajama set for better (and cooler) sleep…
Give the gift of the most luxurious sleep with this silky set from Lunya. The thermoregulating top-and-pants combo comes in six different colors — including a few limited editions — and is made of 100% mulberry silk (that’s 100% washable). We especially love that the top is cropped enough to show off the matching pants, but loose enough to keep you comfortable all night long. ($278, Lunya)
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