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98 Of The Best Gifts To Give In 2021

No Grinches allowed — unless you're prepared to have your heart grow by three sizes.

Still shopping for Christmas? Heads up that most of the items in this post won't arrive in time for Dec. 25, but check out our last-minute version of this gift guide with more ideas that are more likely to arrive in time!"

1. A mystical colorant that'll transform your loved one's fireplace into one seemingly filled with magic and dancing colors — who wouldn't want that?

2. The Book with No Pictures by The Office's own B.J. Novak that'll leave you and your mini-me giggling past their bedtime.

the book with no pictures's cover

3. A squat machine to help them target the three main muscles in their butt. "Bootylicious" is about to become their theme song.

4. Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, which will turn your home into a real-life race course for Mario, Luigi, and the rest of the classic gang.

a screen shot of what it looks like to play the game with your home as the background

5. A Baby Yoda night-light that, for lack of a better term, can become their *guiding light* as they make their way through the hallway in the middle of the night when they'll inevitably have to pee.

6. A rechargeable lighter that'll let them light every candle in their house to create the *perfect* ambience without concern they'll run out of lighter fluid.

7. Ugg Classic Ultra Mini bootie to keep their feet feeling pampered all day long — they deserve it!

8. A gourmet tower of treats for the foodie in your life — their mouth will be on the floor (and probably full of drool) when they get to feast their eyes on this gift.

gold stacked boxes filled with delicious snacks

9. A "Stolen Hoodie" scented candle you can likely play off as an inside joke and definitely make your S.O. smile each time they light it.

a candle with a label that says "stolen hoodie good luck getting this back from me"

10. A love language card game to pop into your partner's stocking, perfect for anyone whether you've just started dating *or* known each other forever.

11. A rechargeable hand warmer complete with double-sided heat and three different heat settings they can adjust to their environment, a must-have for the person in your life who is *always* freezing (you know who you are).

12. A s'mores-themed ChapStick collection that'll keep their pout super soft and give you an extra reason to ~give 'em some sugar~.

A chapstick case with milk chocolate, marshmallow, and graham cracker flavored chapsticks

13. A gold necklace with a charm inspired by modernist French sculptures, but more importantly was worn by Taylor Swift in this now iconic TikTok about fall. Any fan would delightfully appreciate this Easter egg of a gift.

a side by side photo of Taylor Swift wearing the necklace next to the gold necklace with a square shaped charm

14. A customized Starbucks cup that'll let them combine their obsessions with Disney and caffeine into one glittering tumbler.

15. The Wand, a handheld filter designed to remove the histamines and sulfites in alcohol that may trigger headaches and hangovers. This lil' gadget will have them singing out "blesssss my souuuuul" like one of the Muses from Hercules.

a model stirring the wand into their wine

16. A Wreck This Journal can encourage them to get more in touch with their artistic side, great if you've they've been intimidated by trying to fill out the blank pages of boring old regular journals. This journal may not start out as a personalized item, but it'll certainly be one when they're done with it.

17. Snowflake earrings to bring a touch of sparkle and holiday magic to their jewelry lineup.

18. A gift assortment of Popbar hot chocolate sticks to upgrade their fave winter beverage from a standard powder hot chocolate mix to one you'd see the main character sipping on under twinkle lights in a Hallmark movie.

the Popbar hot chocolate sticks

19. A graphic tee that'll be appreciated by your most stylish friend *and* the one who typically dresses up in a white tee and jeans.

Reviewer wears dark yellow graphic tee with line drawings of stylized faces on the front under a black cardigan

20. A small plot of land in Ireland or Scotland, so your Royal Family–obsessed friend can claim once and for all they are a Lord or a Lady.

a photo of ireland

21. A Dyson Corrale straightener that'll make them never want to use another brand's again — it can be used for 30 minutes without a cord, has flexible plates, and chimes to let you know when it's done heating up.

22. A Baby Yoda Bluetooth speaker that's *almost* as adorable as the real lil' guy in The Mandalorian, great for anyone who wants to blast their favorite tunes all across the galaxy.

A model holding the round speaker with ears in the palm of their hand

23. A sleek mirrored digital alarm clock with USB ports to charge their devices and ensure they have *no reason whatsoever* to be late again.

the alarm clock on a reviewer's nightstand

24. A Levi's denim jacket lined with Sherpa for that one friend we all have who is forever forgetting a darn coat in the winter. This one is stylish and can be easily layered — they'll adore you for it.

25. A carbonated bubble clay mask that starts to bubble once it's applied — get one for you and each of your roomies and prepare for a fun night of selfies (all the while banishing your blackheads).

26. A milk frother to pack a powerful, spinning punch despite looking rather delicate. It'll help transform their at-home coffee into one worthy of an actual spot on their 'gram (seriously, a fleeting IG story simply won't do it justice!).

27. A drinking glass that says "iced coffee is always a great idea" — a must-have for someone who sips on *the good stuff* even when it's below freezing outside.

the glass in a bed of holly and frosted pinecones

28. A subscription box of treats from Japan for anyone who has been there and experienced the perfection of their snacks IRL or has been hoping to venture there soon.

a bottle of pepsi from japan and sparkling wine kit kats

29. A Birthdate Candle featuring their actual day of birth, because who doesn't love something customized JUST for them?

a candle that says march fourth on it

30. The World of Critical Role book for anyone who is infatuated with Dungeons & Dragons, the cast of the show, and, like myself, has taken the time to binge-watch their YouTube episodes.

31. A set of custom stickers you'll be able to make of whoever you want — your pet, your own face, Harry Styles, the list goes on and on.

32. A tabletop fireplace with removable glass so they can enjoy a freshly made s'more any time of year — yum.

The small tabletop fireplace with rocks and a small flame

33. A Jeopardy trivia book to properly commemorate one of the greatest men to ever grace our televisions.

The Jeopardy trivia book.

34. An adventure book just like the one Carl and Ellie created together in Up before Pixar went ahead and crushed all of our souls into a million pieces — they'll love it ;).

a reviewer's up-inspired photo album

35. A chic black belt bag to store all of their necessities and finally put an end to their habit of overloading their bag with a ton of stuff they simply never use.

a model wearing a black belt bag

36. Matte hair clips made to work with *all* hair types — yes, even if they've broken your hairbrush while trying to comb through their bedhead, they can rock one of these beauties!

37. A warm (and washable) Denali blanket featuring their favorite NFL team, so even if/when the NY Jets lose (sigh) they can be as snug as a bug while watching.

an NFL jets blanket

38. A mug warmer, because even if they're the self-proclaimed "busiest person on the planet" they deserve to have hot coffee.

39. A Harry Styles air freshener for your pal who went viral after he read their sign during one of his shows (it's more common than you think!).

a watermelon themed harry styles air freshener

40. A face wash foamer they can use to make the cleanser they're already accustomed to feel extra fancy.

The pink container with a pump top to fluff the cleanser and foamed up cleanser all around it

41. A memorable ring with a dainty band made to look like Princess Diana's (and now Kate Middleton's) engagement ring. Any fan of the Royal Family will looooove showing off this sparkler.

Promising review: "I love this ring! It’s a lookalike of my engagement ring but I wear this for work instead and I still get so many compliments and I have to tell people it’s from Amazon haha. I shower with it, I wash my hands 1,000 times a day with it and it hasn’t changed color or changed my skin color! I am really impressed!" —Amazon Customer

Shipping info: 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 $16.99 (available in sizes 4–12 and two styles).

42. A Nightmare Before Christmas mini cross-stitch kit for your crafty friend who would love nothing more than to *live like Jack and Sally*.

the cross stitch set

43. Otherland's Alpine Crystal candle from their latest Adorned collection — also known as the perfect gift for anyone who wants their home to smell like a refreshing forest.

a dark blue candle with a forest on it

44. Six pairs of thick knit socks, because, I promise you, you can never go wrong with gifting these bad boys.

a reviewers printed colorful warm socks

45. A ButcherBox Favorites box that'll keep their fridge stocked and their tummy full — what more could they ask for?

a box with various packaged meats spilling out of it onto a counter

46. A Le Creuset cast-iron pan for the serious chef who has been dying to get the *perfect* crust on their steak but hasn't had the right pan to really GET there.

47. A curtain of twinkle lights that'll make them feel like they've headed for the second star on the right and landed in Neverland.

a reviewer's photo of the twinkle lights hanging behind their bed

48. Trader Joe's Everything but the Bagel Seasoning they'll want to sprinkle on everything — and they should because it's really freakin' delicious.

49. An Ultimate Beard Care Kit from Gillette that'll hopefully keep your partner's prickly facial hair at bay when they lean in for a holiday kiss under the mistletoe. A gift for both of you, honestly.

50. An infographic print that'll identify and describe herbs and spices and help any budding chef embrace more flavors.

The poster, with images of spices, their names, and notes about them

51. A velvety pajama set to make them feel as glamorous as Audrey Hepburn even when they're about to go to sleep.

A reviewer in the green velvet tank and shorts set with black lace

52. A smart portable pack of soap sheets so your loved one will never find themselves stuck in a public bathroom that *just* ran out of soap (especially during times like these!).

The pink plastic container with ears and a nose, plus the pink paper-thin soap sheets

53. A chic faux-leather belt to act as the finishing touch on every outfit that just seems to be missing *something*.

54. An embroidered hat that'll keep the sun out of their eyes *and* provide them with the Disney Adult energy they've been searching for while scrolling through influencers who seemingly spend every day at Magic Kingdom.

a teal hat with an embroidery of sleeping beauty castle on it in the clouds
a reviewer wearing a black hat with cinderella castle embroidered on it
999Spyglass / Etsy

Every hat is made to order and is so well-crafted from this woman-owned small business, you'll likely start making excuses to wear one. Bad hair day every day? Yep, sounds good. You can also have custom embroidery added onto the back! I have and have gifted Claire's items many times now — they never disappoint to impress. 999Spyglass Is a small business based in Baltimore, Maryland, that sells, obviously, embroidered hats!

Shipping info: Standard shipping orders typically ship within 8–10 days.

Get it from 999Spyglass on Etsy: Sleeping Beauty Castle (left) or Cinderella Castle (right) for $24.99+ each (available with or without extra monogramming and in 13 colors).

55. How To Bake, a cookbook from The Great British Baking Show's Paul Hollywood — it's filled with tips and tricks that'll ensure your loved one receives one of his legendary handshakes.

The cover of the book

56. Or a tin of decorated holiday cookies, a must-have if they just want to snack on a sugary treat without the hassle of baking it themselves.

a tin overflowing with beautiful holiday cookies

57. A throw blanket that'll make a statement in their home decor while also ensuring they're nice 'n' cozy this winter.

a blanket with blackberries and leaves on it with a boarder that says "the blacker the berry the sweeter the juice"

58. A three-wick candle from Bath & Body Works your aunt is likely expecting you to gift her, so don't disappoint!

three holiday-themed three-wick candles

59. A trio of products from Glossier for your friend who has always *wanted* to know how to put together a daily makeup routine but never had the right items to do so.

60. A pen with a cap that looks like their favorite Harry Potter character's wand so they can shout spells and wave it around with great flourish whenever the moment feels right.

61. An adorable mini humidifier for your partner who is always complaining about their chapped lips and dry mouth when the wake up during the winter.

model touching the cool mist humidifier in white with their finger

62. A Baby Brezza formula dispensing machine to mix and warm bottles for their little one — it'll make those middle-of-the-night feeding sessions a bit more bearable for any new parent.

Model putting bottle up to white and black formula machine

63. A Glow Recipe set complete with a trio of Watermelon Glow Magic products that'll help hydrate your pal's skin and also dress-up their bathroom vanity with a splash of pretty pink bottles.

the packaged gift set of watermelon glow magic glow recipe bottles and the three containers of product in front of it with a crystal ball next to them

64. A splurge-worthy Yeti cooler they'll absolutely lose their mind over when they realize they can fill it with up to 26 cans and ice!

person carrying a cooler on a boat dock

65. A two-piece outfit they can wear together or separate for an entire slew of other outfits! A gift that'll keep on giving.

a model wearing the matching sweat set in grey

66. A customized ornament featuring their favorite person or creature on the planet — whether that's their dog or Keanu Reeves (ya never know) this'll surely bring a smile to their face each year when they hang it on their tree.

a bamboo block ornament with a child on it

67. A 10-motor massage mat with a lumbar area that can heat up to 140 degrees in less than eight minutes! It has three vibration intensity levels to choose from...you honestly might want to keep this one for yourself.

Person laying on padded massage mat that's slightly larger than a yoga mat. It has a connected remote.

68. A handheld light your partner will surely find themselves *mooning* over each night.

69. Mario Party Superstars for the Nintendo Switch; buy it for your roommate so you selfishly get to join them for hours of endless fun and competitive banter.

70. A MamaRoo baby swing complete with five unique rocking motions and the ability to connect to Bluetooth, aka the greatest gift you could ever bestow on a new parent with a fussy little one.

71. A cozy BuzzFeed sweatshirt you can get your work wife as an ode to all the time you guys spend goofing off taking quizzes to determine if/when you'll ever find someone to marry or to settle once and for all what your favorite aesthetic is.

buzzfeed writer mallory mower posing in an oversized black sweatshirt with buzzfeed written on it in white

72. A bundle from Haus Laboratories, a sure to be appreciated gift for any beauty fiend who also worships Lady Gaga.

73. A toothpaste cap for anyone who typically wakes up singing "Somebooooody once told me the world was gonna roll me" à la one of the greatest soundtracks of all time...Shrek.

74. An ever-popular Instant Pot with so many uses they'll need to take a deep breath before deciding what warm 'n' cozy meals to make with it first.

75. A bread-making machine that'll fill their home with the aroma of freshly baked bread — is there any better smell than that on a cold, wintry day? I think not.

76. A Christmas-themed coloring book they can use to peacefully unwind while listening to their holiday favorites — no screens needed for this brand of fun!

a reviewer's coloring page of colored in holiday items

77. A 23andMe DNA testing kit that'll give your grandparents a full breakdown of just how Italian they are.

78. A set of Oxo Pop containers can match all of their appliances and keep their pantry so neat and orderly Marie Kondo would burst into tears of joy upon seeing it.

an array of the pop containers in a nicely organized pantry

79. A jar of whipped shower icing available in over 50 scent combinations — please remind your friend *not* to eat this even though it kinda looks and smells delicious...

80. A sloth-shaped tea infuser for lazy Sunday mornings when they should be taking things *slow*.

81. Sherpa-lined joggers to conceal the fact they're always absolutely freezing — great for anyone who, unlike Elsa, *is* bothered by the cold.

82. A Nespresso Vertuo coffee and espresso maker that'll have their favorite drink ready in minutes — say goodbye to your loved one's cranky morning mood.

a nespresso maker

83. A cleaning pen to help your jewelry-obsessed parent keep their gems sparkling.

84. A classic teddy bear jacket they can cozy up in all season long.

Model wearing the jacket in two ways

85. Vinyl record coasters complete with recreations of iconic albums from Pink Floyd, Elton John, and The Beatles that'll make their heart sing.

86. A National Geographic geode kit that'll make for a *smashing* gift the entire family can have some fun with (and use to blow off some steam).

87. A festive puzzle they'll likely want to frame and save after piecing it together this holiday season to use year after year as a piece of decor.

88. A puzzle plateau so they can work on their latest jigsaw in peace without hearing complaints that they're hogging the kitchen table.

tabletop with drawers that pull out in separated groups of puzzle pieces

89. A crewneck to help them express their entire mood — a skeleton sippin' on some coffee. It's just as relatable as it is comfortable!

90. A "Star Baker" apron that'll protect their clothes from flour, oil, and other debris that can usually be found flying around their kitchen.

a model wearing a black apron with the words "star baker" on it in white and a decorative flourish below the words

91. An Always Pan, complete with a nonstick surface, a vented top, a mesh basket for steaming, and a high-quality spoon that hooks onto the handle — they'll basically only ever want to use this pan. My apologies to their current ones.

92. A One Line a Day journal to provide anyone with a place to jot down a quick daily memory they can look back on for years to come — it'll last them five years!

a reviewer's journal and another with the pages open to show five tiny paragraph sectinos

93. Dungeons & Dragons can let them and their friends finally live out their nerdiest gaming fantasies. Whether they want to lead the pack as a Dungeon Master or pretend they're a wizard for a while, anything goes!

a dnd book set and dice

94. A splurge-worthy set of tarot cards for your friend who has spent *way* too much money getting readings and would likely love learning to read cards on their own.

beautiful plastic iridescent cards on a marble platter with crystals

95. A hat from Love Your Melon that'll keep your pal's hair in check and make *you* feel like a good human since 50% of their profits are given to the Love Your Melon fund to support the fight against pediatric cancer.

a grey and white speckled beanie

96. A tie-dye sweatpants and long-sleeve set for a groovy option they can lounge in while rewatching That '70s Show for the hundredth time.

a model wearing a white and light blue tie-dye set

97. A scratch paper art set that'll take your bestie right back to your elementary school days but also provide a fun way to decompress after a stressful day.

98. A subscription to Book of the Month for any bibliophile who hates having to actually speak to someone in a store about what they should read next and would much rather have their next fave novel delivered to their door.

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