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1. A pair of wireless sleep headphones that will play white noise or the music of their choice (read: all of Harry Styles' Fine Line) in a comfy headband, so they don't have to risk their ears getting sore while they snooze.
2. A customized long-distance mug for anyone who's far away but close to your heart ❤️.
3. A Milk Bar sampler full of the famous NYC bakery's most iconic desserts, so your friend with multiple sweet teeth can bask in the glory of every delicious flavor they offer.
4. A compact light therapy lamp that thousands of reviewers swear by — this UV-free bb is smaller than other models, making it easier to use on a desktop for longer sessions on days when they're too busy to get away from the computer during prime daylight hours.
5. A zodiac sign ring dish to add a little bit of ~twinkle~ from their very own star sign to their nightstand.
6. A popular water-resistant Under Armour face mask designed to sit off their lips, giving them plenty of room to breathe without getting fabric sucked into their mouth — a perfect mask for athletes, travelers, and comfiness connoisseurs. It's also made with the company's Iso-Chill fabric, so it doesn't overheat despite being bulkier than other masks.
7. A pocket-sized Tile Mate so they'll never lose anything to a couch cushion again — they can easily attach it to their keys, purse, or even their pet and easily find them without adding 15–20 minutes of SHEER PANIC to their routine.
8. A pair of glowing light saber chopsticks to bring balance to The Force *and* to their sushi — whether they're repping the dark side or the light.
9. A Geekey multitool for your resident "fix-it" — this gives them over a dozen *more* ways to do just that.
10. A set of affordable, highly popular (seriously, these have over 230,000 positive reviews) wireless Bluetooth earbuds that make *excellent* AirPod dupes, except with one arguably better feature — these are completely waterproof (like, you can fully take them in the shower) and come with several silicone earbuds to get the best fit possible.
These come with a wireless charging case that provides up to 14 hours of charge (with the earbuds able to play for four-plus hours with each full charge).
Promising review: "Best decision! These are the greatest headphones ever! I saw them on TikTok months ago and added them to my wishlist. I got a new phone that doesn't have the headphone port so I decided it was time to finally buy them. They are amazing and I probably won't ever take them out of my ears! 😂" —Katlyn D Arnold
Shipping: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon $29.99+ (available in five colors).
11. An all-new, glare-free Kindle Paperwhite with a user-friendly touch screen that not only can hold thousands of books, but will let them read the *chef's kiss* way they like best — they can customize it with all their favorite fonts and layouts, and organize their virtual shelves to their precise standards. Bonus — its charge lasts weeks (plural!!), and it's waterproof, so they can take this bb in the bathtub 🍷.
12. A time-marked water bottle that comes in a ton of different colors for anyone who lives in a constant state of "oops, forgot to drink water today." This is not only motivating and easy to use, it's also designed to fit into car cup holders and has a lil' button by the mouthpiece to pop the cap off for easy access.
13. A dainty monogram necklace so chic it'll become part of their signature look, à la Alexis Rose on Schitt's Creek.
14. A Mike's Hot Honey gift basket stocked to the BRIM with a bottle of the iconic honey and high quality pairings that will make them feel like they're picnicking in some far off sunny hillside.
15. An AirFly, a handy gadget they can use to connect their wireless headphones to the headphone jacks on flights so they can stream The Fault in Our Stars and bawl thousands of feet in the air again without shelling out $$ for wired headphones.
16. A sophisticated whiskey tumbler with a map of their favorite city etched on it.
17. A five-year One Line A Day journal so your friend who keeps starting journals and then abandoning them can finally find something that sticks — one line a day is *super* low commitment (and imagine how satisfied they'll be looking back every year!).
18. Or a copy of The Book of Myself: A Do-It-Yourself Autobiography in 201 Questions that's perfect for any stage of life, if your friend is already a hardcore journaler and wants to take it to the next level.
19. A cold brew coffee maker so gloriously easy to use that all they have to do is stick their favorite ground coffee in the filter, seal the airtight lid on top, and pop it in the fridge overnight. Boom, four cups of cold brew to keep them energized through all...the WFH meetings...that should have been emails.
20. And for the fancy caffeine guzzlers among us, a tiny milk frother that makes rich, creamy froths in seconds. It also doesn't need to be plugged in, cleans with a quick stream of hot running water, and is teensy for storing. (It comes with its own little display stand, though, if they wanna show it off!)
21. A rotating, heated back and neck massager for the person in your life who just needs to ~unwind~ a little, whether it's from tension from working at a desk or sore muscles from going hard on hikes.
22. A trio lasagna pan tailor made for your foodie friend — not only will this get them perfectly crisped edges on every piece, but it will let them ~shake things up~ by using different ingredients in each part of the pan.
FYI, they can 6,000% use these for brownies, blondies, and bread, too!
Promising review: "I loved everything about this pan. It's versatile, I can put three different cake mixes in each well, or meat loaves, etc. I really love this pan! A very happy customer." —Lisa F.
Shipping: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $22.67.
23. A classic Rifle Paper Co. monogrammed mug that will look so darn elegant on their kitchen counter that they'll never actually put it away when they're done sipping their morning brew.
24. A giant 1-pound Snickers bar that honestly screams "Friday night goals."
25. An affordable sunrise alarm clock that's a total game-changer for heavy sleepers or people who sleep in pitch black rooms, which make it all too tempting to slam "snooze" in the morning. This gradually lights up the room in the minutes leading up to their alarm, so their eyes are already adjusted to the light and significantly less groggy when it's time to get themselves up and at 'em.
26. An unofficial Disney Parks cookbook so they live their best Mickey Pretzel life without it costing an arm and a mouse ear to book plane flights and park tickets.
27. A collapsible microwave popcorn maker that doubles as a serving bowl, so they can pop movie theater-level corn with the tap of a few buttons. All they have to do is add generic kernels + whatever oils or butters they feel in their heart, and they'll be raring to go.
28. *Plus* a cult-favorite ~secret~ popcorn salt that anyone in the movie theater industry will say is a perfect dupe for that oh-so-savory buttery goodness everyone loves to inhale before the previews begin. Not to be dramatic about popcorn on main, but this stuff is game-changing.
29. A Petcube, which is basically a Furbo without all the extra bells and whistles — this super reliable pet monitoring camera has a wide angle and night vision so they can check on their pet 24/7 and even talk to them (*plus* access a vet on demand if they notice any weird behaviors!).
30. A The Office door sign any fan of the show deserves to hang outside their home office area for authenticity's sake (after all, they miss 100% of the signs they don't hang).
Promising review: "I love The Office and love having a piece of it in my home office. Great little sign. Good quality and adhesion is strong. Highly recommend!!" —Bethie D.
Shipping: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $7.99.
31. A DIY hot sauce making kit with guided instructions to help them start tailoring their *chef's kiss* perfect sauce, letting them experiment with spice levels and flavors with guided recipes so later them can go forth and make hot sauces all by their spicy self.
32. A LifeStraw, aka a personal water filter perfect for hiking, camping, or accidentally getting drafted into The Hunger Games. This compact gizmo cleans up to 1,000 gallons of water *without* using any chemicals or batteries, so they can safely stay hydrated wherever they roam.
33. A oversized sherpa blanket hoodie — not only is it one of the top 10 selling items in Shark Tank's history, but it's so comfortable that it's really only a matter of time before it becomes their only personality trait.
34. A ticket stub collecting notebook so they have somewhere to store their favorite memories from concerts, movies, or theater shows, plus a little note section so they'll always have context for why it was so special.
35. A pair of fluffy faux-fur slippers so luxurious they made the list of Oprah's Favorite Things for 2020 — best of all, though, they're an indoor *and* outdoor slipper, which means their days just got a whole lot cozier no matter what's on their to-do list.
36. Plus *another* Oprah fave — a pair of truffle-based sauces so good they might become your friend's only two personality traits. Honestly, who wouldn't want to be part truffle ranch and truffle Sriracha??
37. An Instant Pot pressure cooker with a built! in! air fryer!! In total, that means this appliance can do the work of eleven appliances in one (plus will look way sleeker on their counters once it low key replaces all their other ones).
38. A mini waffle maker to churn out adorably-sized, perfectly cooked-through waffles in mere minutes — not to mention hash browns, paninis, biscuits, and even (gasp) PIZZA. Why go to the International House Of Pancakes when they can just become it?
39. A Birthdate Candle so they can feel truly *seen* during their weekly self-care rituals — this includes not just their birthday, but their astrology, numerology, *and* tarot for a personal experience with a touch of whimsy.
40. Plus a rose gold rechargeable electric lighter they'll put to use all OVER the house — not only is it great for deep three-wick candles, but reviewers use it to light burners and fireplaces and to have a generally safer, flameless option at the ready.
41. A love language card game so you and your partner can get to know each other better than ever before by sharing sweet memories and funny opinions 🥰.
42. An assortment of international snacks so they can take an entire delicious trip around the globe without ever leaving the living room.
43. A pretty pastel mug warmer to keep their coffee and tea piping hot long after they brew it, because the best part of being at home is taking their sweet, sweet time.
44. A copy of Werewolf: A Party Game for Devious People, which is basically a card game version of the game we all played back in the day when we casually betrayed our besties in the recess yard. Now you and your giftee can do it in the comfort of your grownup apartments!
45. A plush throw blanket so soft against their skin that it might just become their new Saturday uniform.
46. An Instax instant camera so they can chronicle all their favorite memories with friends and family and proudly tape them on the wall literal seconds after they happen. Psst — this version even has a mirror so they can take selfies!
47. A chic electric kettle to make it *that* much easier to boil water in a pinch, whether they're using it for tea or oatmeal or boxed mac 'n' cheese 😋.
48. The Always Pan from Our Place, which is perfect for anyone who has big culinary ambitions, but needs a (highly functional!) nudge. This BuzzFeed-beloved nonstick pan is actually eight pieces of cookware in one, and is designed braise, sear, steam, strain, sauté, fry, boil, serve, and store. Basically, if they can dream it, they can cook it in this bb.
49. A color-changing showerhead, because it's never too early in the morning for a good old-fashioned shower rave.
50. A set of three stainless-steel playing card-shaped bottle openers they can slide right into a wallet — an easy "stocking stuffer" type gift you can distribute among your friends.
51. A subscription to Book of the Month, a service that will deliver a book they can choose from a specially curated selection to their door every month, keeping your resident bookworm's TBR nice and stocked the whole year through.
52. A compact AeroGarden so they'll have a bunch of mouthwatering fresh ingredients for homecooked dishes on hand. Each of these comes with basil, parsley, dill, thyme, and mint, so they'll be the fanciest chef on the block.
53. Or a mushroom growing kit that grows right there in the packaging, so they can add some sweet, sweet umami flavors to their repertoire by sautéing, roasting, or air frying them up.
54. A moon lamp perfect for that ~aesthetic~ friend who loves to spend Friday nights at home — this is the ultimate soothing, celestial vibe.
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UMMMM I bought this because it was on one of Amazon's top selling products pages for so long that I was like "Why are people so obsessed with this moon!!" And now, my friends, I know. First of all, it really does look hyper realistically like a small moon and adds a chill vibe wherever you plant it. But it's also just so soothing to watch and have in the periphery. You can control dozens of different colors for it and either keep it on those colors or have them alternate, fade quickly, or fade gradually. It's super easy to charge and controlled by a remote, so you can move it off its stand and have it light up wherever you want. These days I tend to turn it on for my designed ~me time~ night every week, in which I will light a candle, pour a glass of red wine, read a romance novel, and, of course, light my lil' moon. Definitely one of my favorite "the internet made me do it" purchases.
Shipping: Available on Amazon Prime with two-day shipping, non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $20.99+ (available in five sizes).
55. An always trendy teddy jacket so they can live their dream of becoming a sentient stuffed animal.
56. A heat-changing retro Super Mario Bros. mug so they can use their coffee to level up to whatever Bowsers they encounter through their day.
57. A beginner's guide to calligraphy that is far more thorough and specific about technique and ink types than other versions, so they'll be sending you fancy pants formal invitations to their dog's birthday party in no time.
58. An Embark dog DNA test perfect for anyone with a furry friend. All they have to do is send a swab of Fido's cheek, and it'll narrow their doggy heritage down to 250 breeds (*plus* check for health markers!).
59. A compact mini donut maker for anyone with a sweet tooth — truly, can you think of anything in this universe more delicious than a warm homemade donut?? I'll wait.
60. A mini illuminated relaxation waterfall perfect for when they just need to stare at something relaxing for a bit to calm some of the "AGJAKLFGJAG" in their brain.
61. A rainbow prism suncatcher they can easily hang indoors or out to refract sunlight and make a bunch of teensy little rainbows all over the place, like their bedroom is their own little magical realm.
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