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1. A pair of lug sole Rothy's utility boots knit with supremely comfortable merino wool that's freaking WASHABLE!!! The second they get ~funky,~ your giftee can just pop out the insoles and toss the whole dang boot into the washing machine for a refresh.
2. The I Love Trader Joe's Cookbook with 150 different recipes that incorporate ~delish~ ingredients from the World's Best Grocery Store™
3. A Tonymoly mask set with 13 masks (both full-face ones and under eye patches) that address all sorts of skin woes to brighten, hydrate, and improve elasticity. Your skincare-obsessed bebes will be asking where you got it so they can re-up when they run out.
4. A pound of cereal marshmallows if they're really only buying Lucky Charms for the charms (duh) and tossing away the rest. 😬
The delish treats come from Medley Hills Farm — a family-owned and operated small business based in Ohio.
Promising review: "Amazing! I put them in hot chocolate, Rice Krispies treats, other cereals, or just eat then by the handful. Impulse buy that totally worked out." —Maddison Helsel
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $11.60.
5. The Book of Unusual Knowledge for that one friend who always answers Jeopardy! questions before Alex Trebek/Mayim Bialik/Ken Jennings even finishes speaking.
6. A Diptyque perfume-infused bracelet that'll keep them smelling like a million bucks all day long. If they often forget to spritz themselves but *do* remember to put on jewelry then this is just the answer. All they have to do it snip a bit of fragranced rope (it unfurls from its case like Hubba Bubba gum), wrap it around their wrist, and secure it with the included clasp.
The scent — Tao Dao — includes notes of wood, velvet, and lightly spiced sandalwood. Check out exactly how it works by watching this TikTok!
Shipping info: Standard delivery (3–7 business days) is complimentary for all orders. Express Shipping (1- or 3-day shipping) is available at checkout for an additional fee. See Diptyque Paris' full shipping policy here.
Get it from Diptyque Paris for $90.
7. A pair of prism spectacles for the loved one who always has a boatload of work to get done but just can't drag themselves out of bed... Now, they can still clock in or finish that essay they've been dragging their feet on without even sitting upright.
8. An as-seen-on-Shark-Tank seat gap filler they can pop in their center console to ensure they never drop another french fry, phone, or credit card into that evil little crevice!!!
Check it out on TikTok here!
Promising review: "I have to admit, my expectations weren't very high. I thought it was more of a joke when my husband got this for me for Christmas. Little did I realize it would be one of my most favorite gadgets ever! I don't know if I realized just how many things went missing in my seat gap. It has really saved a lot of things from disappearing into that black hole. It was easy enough to fit into my car and it's soft! It's just like an extension of my seat, except it fits every curve of my seat! There really isn't another product that compares to this. That's why I gave it 5 stars!" —Tessa Forbes
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get a two-pack from Amazon for $24.99.
9. A good ol' game of Cat-Opoly for the board game nerd who's also o.b.s.e.s.s.e.d. with their cat. The game works like classic Monopoly except properties are out and rare breeds (see: abyssinians, tonkineses, and Turkish vans) are in.
10. NodPod — a weighted sleep mask that offers gentle, evenly distributed pressure and a light- and sound-blocking experience so they can feel like they're in a sensory deprivation tank minus the water and $10,000 upfront cost.
Nodpod is a woman-founded small business that specializes in these sleep masks.
Promising review: "There's something about placing this weighted thing on my eyes when I'm tossing and turning that lulls me back to sleep. The shape of it is a bit weird — it's not a typical eye mask, it's much bulkier and doesn't fasten on in the same way — but once you get beyond that, this can really be a beautiful thing. I keep it on my bedside table and use it if I wake up in the middle of the night and can't go back to sleep (which happens often) or once the sun rises, and I want to sleep in a little more. If you have sleep issues, I'd recommend trying this novel product." —Veronicam
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $34 (available in four colors).
11. A custom Pokémon card in the likeness of their pet!!! You can choose their Pokémon type, species, attacks, rarity, and more.
12. A liquid-, stain-, and odor-repelling classic tee for the friend who — bless their heart — can't wear white without wearing their meal.
13. A full-body bath pillow so they can roll off of their regular mattress and onto their submerged mattress. Not gonna lie, the second time I used this, I did fall back asleep.
The pillow grips to their tub via 21 nonslip suction cups and let me tell you — they don't play around. The first time I used mine, I actually had to put my back into getting one of them to let go. That's not a complaint in the slightest, though, as it didn't move an inch during my hour-long bath! It also comes with a mesh storage/wash bag which I really appreciate.
Promising review: "I can take a relaxing bath now! I have always loved the idea of baths but whenever I'd take one, I always was uncomfortable and just decided they were overrated. Saw this and randomly bought it... ended up spending way too long in the bath. Only got out because of responsibilities... Within a couple of minutes of bath draining, I reached for it I thought and I thought, 'Here comes the reason I'll end up never using this again...' I got back in the tub and took my towel off, expecting to just use my whole naked body to squeeze this thing out... I lifted it up and... what the heck?! It was so light! Hardly anything squeezed out! That was the best part." —Nic
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $45.85.
14. An oversized hoodie with a built-in sleep mask that ensures some quality shut eye whether your travel-loving pal is en route via plane, train, or automobile (most likely Lyft or Uber...).
Here's a review from my colleague Ali Faccenda:
"I own this in black and I actually factually REFUSE to wear any other hoodie to the airport. I pull my sleep mask down and it's a wrap, OK?! Asleep before takeoff. When you're wearing it and dedicating your travel style to it like me, then be sure to shout out the Pond Los Angeles that makes it! It's a woman-owned and Asian American-owned small clothing and accessories brand based in Cali that intentionally uses a woman-led manufacturer to create its lovely pieces."
Promising review: "I fly a lot and am constantly trying to find a hoodie with a big hood to cover my eyes so I can catch up on some beauty sleep on the plane. I saw this product on Instagram and knew it would be a game-changer. I was able to use it recently for the first time on an early morning flight, and let me tell you, it is EVERYTHING I was looking for and more. It’s comfy, cozy, oversized, and the eye covers make you feel like you’re in a whole other world and not packed like a sardine on a plane. My over-ear headphone fit perfectly under it, and I got the best sleep I’ve had on a plane — EVER! Like other reviews have said, it is big, so size down if you want something a little more snug. It’s a little big, but I love my stuff oversized, so I am fine. I have been wearing it every day at home and can’t wait to get the black and blush one!" —Heather G.
Shipping info: Free ground shipping on orders over $99 to any destination within the contiguous United States. See Pond Los Angeles' full shipping policy here.
Get it from Pond Los Angeles for $102.40 (originally $120; available in women's sizes S–L and three colors, including black and cream).
15. A veggie peeler shaped like a gigantic pencil sharpener because while your giftee may be in their 20s or 30s now, this silly gadget will be one of the only things capable of convincing them to eat carrots.
Check it out on TikTok here!
Promising review: "Silly gadget, but my son LOVES carrots and recently discovered the joy of cooking. He’s been perfecting carrot roses and now is willing to eat salads! Worth the money for that alone. I like the leaker side. I hate all the peelers I’ve ever bought because they fall apart while using. This one works and stays together pretty well." —Kristin
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $14.75+ (available in packs of one or two).
16. A crochet floral phone charger so there's debating whose is whose if they have sticky fingered roommates or family members!
Keeley's Crochet is a small business based in Brisbane, Australia.
Promising review: "ABSOLUTE 10/10. A wonderful store. Items are such wonderful and high quality. The owner and seller is an absolute delight. Wonderful communication, quick reply time, and extremely understanding." —Mystique
Shipping info: As this item is handmade, reach out the the Etsy seller for more specific shipping timelines/options.
Get it from Keeley's Crochet on Etsy for $34.63+ (available in micro USB, iPhone lightning, and USB C cables; also available in a half set of florals or a full set).
17. A giant Lego storage drawer they can use to house whatever knickknacks have taken over every surface of their home. Heck, you could even get a few so they can stack them into a dresser, desk, or coffee table!
Check it out on TikTok here!
Promising review: "LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, this storage container! My son got a 1,500-piece Lego set for Christmas and this fits all of the pieces nicely! Definitely recommend." —Amazon Customer
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in two sizes and 11 colors).
18. A chic Modern Picnic lunch bag that ~looks~ like a designer purse from the outside but operates like a cooler on the inside with insulated walls that keep their snacky snacks nice and chilled.
Modern Picnic is a woman-owned small biz from Ali Kaminetsky. I have the brand's Luncher in green faux croc and no one believes me when I say it's a lunchbox! It's just the right size for a small meal/smattering of snacks as it can fit a sandwich and side salad or a few hard seltzers, cheese, crackers, hummus, and veggies. I like that there are built-in slots for my utensils so they don't get lost in the bottom of the bag and the whole thing is rather rigid so if you're carrying something heavy like a drink, it won't drag down the whole bottom.
Promising review: "To everyone out there — you NEED this!! You can use this chic classy tote for: lunch for work, snacks for kids, breastmilk transport from work, IVF injectables (so you can actually leave your house and not carry a cooler). I could go on and on! I want one for every season!! Thank you for making my life classier. The Luncher just makes me smile with all the possibilities it can be used for." —Heather
Get it from Modern Picnic for $149 (available in 16 colors/styles).
19. A shower beer and wine holder because sometimes, a bath bomb just isn't enough. Real ones know that true R&R involves a chilled glass of sickly sweet Barefoot attached securely to your shower wall — not perched precariously on the lip of your tub, so why not give your friend that precious gift?
20. A simply genius beard bib they can throw on and suction cup to their bathroom mirror when it's time for a trim because no matter how good of a clean they give their vanity after, they WILL find sharp lil' hairs on their bar soap, in their toothbrush, and all up in the drain, too.
Promising review: "Finally bought this for my husband and I’m not sure why I waited so long. He would always shave over a towel, ball the towel up to 'clean it up when he got home from work,' forget to tell me, and then I’d see it on the bathroom floor or counter, pick it up to throw it in the washer (unaware of what surprise was inside), and beard hair would go EVERYWHERE. My husband can fully shave and then he basically has a full beard again three days later, so this happened more times than I’d like to admit. PEOPLE, DO YOURSELVES A FAVOR AND BUY THIS NOW!" —Ashley Flaga
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $13.95+ (available in five colors).
21. A French press tumbler for the caffeine aficionado who's always running behind. With this insulated mug, they can brew their coffee or tea right from the car, office, or even Target parking lot.
The portable coffee maker is super simple to use. Just add ground coffee and hot water to the outer tumbler, wait three minutes, and then insert the inner press and push down like you would a normal French press. A built-in micro filter traps your grounds at the bottom of the cup so you won't suck up any bitter bits.
Promising review: "I was given this mug as a gift and use it daily. It's the best thing since sliced bread. It's easy to use, cleans up in a second, is well insulated, and makes a great cup of coffee (actually two cups). I recently returned from an extended stay in Guatemala. My favorite things I had while there were my hiking boots and this press. Every morning fresh brewed Guatemalan coffee. Buy this for yourself, and as gifts. Yours friends will love you forever no matter what you do to them in the future :)" —U Know Who
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in four colors).
22. Or a clever mug — that looks like a whole pot of coffee — for the pal who's always glued to their brew.
23. A miniature book locket with a quote from their favorite title. The attention to detail here is UNREAL, might I add. The 24-karat gold-filled charms are designed with weather-proofed hinges and paper that look just like early book bindings!!
24. A teensy tiny Dash ice cream maker so they can whip up some mint chocolate chip froyo right at home — no need to leave the sweet, sweet embrace of their sweats and blanket burrito.
Promising review: "Convenient size to snuggle into even a VERY crowded freezer. I use Greek Yogurt as my base for everything I've tried so far. Mix in some blended fruit (maybe a bit of honey, if necessary) and put the mix in the freezer for about 45–60 minutes to get it well-chilled. Stir out any lumps and pour into the frozen mixer. WRAP the mixer in a dishtowel to keep it cold a bit longer (and tamper the bit of noise that some reviewers are complaining about), and then start the beater for about seven to eight minutes. You'll hear the motor start to strain when the bottom of the mix starts freezing hard, and at that point I turn it off (don't want to overwork the motor). Take that long spoon, stir up your creation and enjoy! This may sound like a lot of trouble, but besides being a good little dessert (or snack) I think it's a great alternative to making simple smoothies in my Vitamix! AND it's a real breakfast treat on hot summer mornings." —Amazon Customer
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in two colors).
25. A two-tier pistachio pedestal designed to give the king of nuts the respect they deserve.
The upper tier of the solid wood design holds 8 ounces of pistachios and the pieces come apart for easy cleaning. To keep the maple in tip-top shape, the seller advises giving it a once-over with mineral oil or beeswax wood conditioner every few months.
Promising review: "The Pistachio Pedestal is my 'go-to' present for my hard-to-gift family and friends. It's handsome as well as functional, and it never fails to get compliments when it's out on a table. I love the craftsmanship and two-level design, and it makes cleaning up the empty shells a breeze. It's also a great container for snacking on other types of nuts, or edamame (soy bean pods), too! I have one myself, and I've given this to others multiple times, and it's always appreciated and well-used. A winner!" —Early Bird
Shipping info: Economy, standard, expedited, and express (1–2 business days) shipping options are offered.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $50.
26. A Hackwith Design House shirt that can be worn ~six~ different ways so your jetsetting bestie doesn't have to lug around a large checked bag or wear the same exact outfit every day.
Hackwith Design House is a woman-owned small business. Their sustainable designs are made to order and sewn in their Minnesota studio. Their sizes run from XS–4X. On Mondays, they also release limited-edition designs so you can be one of only 25 people to own a piece!
I have this shirt and I *love* it. All credit for its discovery goes to TikToker @jennifer.bianca who I happened to stumble across on my FYP. It checks all my boxes: black, comfortable, versatile, and durable. My initial worry was that I wouldn't feel secure in it (I have a 38DDD chest and most wrap tops/dresses I've tried haven't stayed where they're supposed to), but I haven't had an issue with this! I've worn it tied in the front giving me a square neck (like the middle picture) and tied in the back giving me a V-neck up front (just like the photo on the right) — both were super comfortable and I didn't have to adjust myself at all. As someone whose weight fluctuates, I also appreciate that this piece can handle pounds gained and lost. The fabric is medium weight so I'll be wearing it season to season and there's just enough elasticity in the arms that if you roll up your sleeves, they won't fall back down. All that is to say trust that I will be buying additional colors!
Shipping info: Products are made to order so expect 2–10 days for an order ship. Domestic orders ship via USPS Priority Mail while international ships via USPS First Class International. Rush shipping (1–2 days) is available within the U.S. See Hackwith Design House's full shipping policy here.
Get it from Hackwith Design House for $145 (available in women's sizes XS–4X and in five colors).
27. An A24 coffee table book with the screenplay of their favorite flick be it Greta Gerwig's coming-of-age comedy-drama Lady Bird or Ari Aster's psychological horror Hereditary.
28. A cutesy keyboard cap for any of your cat-obsessed acquaintances who've been working from home for — ohhhh, THREE YEARS NOW?! It has squishy lil' toe beans they can boop whenever they hit esc, option, or whatever other key they use most often.
29. A set of macaron-shaped storage containers where they can store their leftovers from dinner. Jury is out on whether or not they'll actually eat them, but one thing's for certain: They'll ooh and aah over them every time they open the fridge.
If they have a tendency to leave their leftovers in the fridge for too long and then just chuck the container in the trash instead of washing it, these may persuade them to stay on top of things!
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get a set of four from Crystalia on Amazon for $22.45.
30. A tabletop pool game they won't have to clean out their entire basement to make room for.
31. A MASSIVE customizable Toblerone bar or — if you know they just can't pick a favorite flavor — a pack of (still customized) milk chocolate, dark chocolate, white chocolate, and salted caramel varieties. 😘 🍫
32. A minimalist pet portrait for the person on your list whose entire personality is their pet. That said, they like to keep their space ~aesthetic~ so a line or colorblock portrait is just the ticket.
33. A toolbox of ~unusual~ jerky flavors if your giftee is the type of person who watches reruns of Fear Factor and says "Yeah, I could totally do that!" during the eating challenges.
34. A nutrient-rich, banana-scented overnight mask that comes in delightfully realistic packaging and smells EXACTLY like a Laffy Taffy. Idc what anyone says, banana candy is supreme.
First thing is first, I *so* wish you could scratch and sniff the photo above. I just started using this and TBH, I absolutely ordered it because it was cute. That said, I was already a big fan of Tonymoly products so I figured why not. Not only is it exceptionally fun looking, but it smells incredible and works really well on my dry skin. While it's definitely thick, it also doesn't leave me greasy which other products have. Basically, if you like banana-scented things and could use some extra hydration, try it out!
Promising review: "This stuff is wonderful! Smells good, but not overpowering. I sleep with a fan on all the time and don't want my skin to dry out. This stays put all night and isn't greasy. My face is nice and soft in the morning. I've bought expensive brands and this works better than anything else I've used." —jan tetzlaff
Shipping info: Available on Amazon Prime with 1-day shipping. Non-Prime shipping options will still arrive before Christmas (see Amazon’s full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $16.50.
35. A set of blooming tea balls for the tea drinker who is eager to show everyone that looseleaf can be just as aesthetic as latte art!!!
36. An apron with built-in oven mitts and a conversion cheatsheet (tucked in the pocket) so they never have to wash cake batter off their hands before googling the proper baking soda to baking powder replacement ratio.
37. A gamified core trainer so they don't have to go outside to break a sweat this winter, but they do get to pretend they're soaring through space or hang-gliding over a distant countryside.
38. And a modern canvas that hides a pretty cool secret: Every chronological color strip is from a scene in their favorite movie. Below, we have Good Will Hunting from start to finish!
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