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The holidays are nearly here — which means it's time for us to start prepping our shopping lists. Whether you're shopping for your family, your partner, or your besties, I'm here to help take your gift giving to the next level. Shall we?
1. An activity book that has been specifically designed for the writer to destroy once they've finished it — your loved one will get the chance to dig deep into their past, present, and future without any pressure to commit to daily journaling.
2. A wreath made out of Lego bricks for anyone loves both a craft that'll keep their hands busy and holiday decor. They can rebuild it year after year!
3. 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.
4. A set of matte hair clips to ensure that even on their messiest of hair days they'll still look fabulous. You're SUCH a good friend.
5. A French porcelain bakeware set, perfect for anyone who typically spends their winter whipping up all kinds of delicious casseroles.
6. A pair of dessert glasses with *just a touch* of Disney magic to 'em, perfect for your partner who loves to "cheers" and clink glasses with you every night (and, especially, on Christmas).
7. A plush blanket reviewers swear is *just like* a Barefoot Dreams (y'know, the blanket the Kardashians are always seen toting onto their private jets?) but without the extra dollar signs on the price tag.
Promising review: "I saw this blanket on TikTok and I have to say I absolutely love it. I washed it several times now and it’s maintained its elasticity and softness after each wash. It’s warm enough but not too hot for a throw. Absolutely recommend this blanket!" —Amy
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 $29.99+ (available in 16 styles and two sizes).
8. A color-shifting mushroom light for the ~fun guy~ in your life who would appreciate the cozy lil' cottagecore aesthetic these bring to any room.
Check out a TikTok of the mushroom nightlight in action.
Promising review: "I LOVE this night-light. It's in my bathroom and is a lovely addition. It turns off the second the lights go on, which is nice because I don't have to worry about accidentally leaving it on. Super cute and the little itty-bitty lighting element does a good job lighting, just enough so I don't have to turn the main lights on in the middle of the night." —1Thand
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 $6.87.
9. A tiny Christmas tree adorned with flowers as ornaments and fitted inside a festive Nutcracker-inspired drum they can use as decor for future holiday seasons.
10. A gorgeous coat I'll personally be adding to my wish list for Santa so I can secretly buy it for myself in one color and receive it as a gift in another ;).
11. A corn-shaped Squishmallow for the TikTok-obsessed person in your life who hasn't stopped reciting "Its corn! A big lump with knobs!"
12. An adorable book light for the reader in your life who always has their nose in a book — it'll quickly become their new favorite gadget.
13. A mini LED lamp and gel nail strips made by Dashing Diva, so you can get a little reprieve from taking your little sister to the nail salon every time you see her — she can do 'em at home with just as fabulous results.
14. A too-cute Disney holiday inflatable featuring Mickey Mouse and Pluto that'll transform your home decor into something absolutely magical.
15. A set of extra soft cooling bed sheets that'll please your partner who is forever complaining about how damn hot you keep your apartment. They come in *tons* of colors so be sure to pick their favorite!
16. Splatoon 3 for Nintendo Switch for your gamer buddy who has loved every other iteration of the game — they can head off to Splatsville and indulge in the chaos as they fend off Salmonid bosses!
17. A bucket of candy featuring nostalgic treats like Razzles (hello, 13 Going on 30!), Candy Buttons, and Pop Rocks so your loved one can take a delicious trip down memory lane.
18. A levitating planter they can use to convince everyone else in their life that when they were "studying abroad" they were *actually* learning to cast spells at Hogwarts. It's leviosa, not leviosaaaa!
Promising review: "Awesome little thing. Guests are immediately interested in it. If they are intoxicated, they are afraid that sorcery may be involved. I'm not sure how to convince them otherwise." —Nick Ebeling
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 $65+ (available in two finishes).
19. A Twitch digital gift card that'll let them pay the money forward to support their favorite streamers or treat themselves towards Twitch Turbo for ad-free viewing, custom chat username colors, more emojis, and more.
20. Fabulous pink wineglasses, so when Margot Robbie's Barbie film hits streaming services they'll be able to celebrate properly.
21. A couples' cooking edition of The Adventure Challenge themed entirely around dinner dates, perfect for foodies who want to add some *spice* into their lives.
22. Talking Bingo and Bluey plush dolls — if you can't decide which Heeler sister to invest in, save yourself the trouble and buy your pal both. You won't regret it.
23. A coffee table book filled with over 100 photos of Harry Styles in iconic outfits (though, if we're being honest, everything he wears is iconic). Your pal who you went to the concert with will absolutely appreciate this thoughtful gift.
24. The Great British Baking Show game, a must-buy for your bestie who you religiously watch all the seasons with so you'll have something to do once your finish all of the episodes.
25. A Nutcracker-shaped candle that'll make their home smell incredibly festive and provide them with a piece of holiday decor they can use for years to come.
26. A Cole Haan convertible backpack that'll easily switch to a crossbody or shoulder bag — and look like you spent beaucoup bucks on it.
27. A pair of the new Beats Fit Pro x Kim Kardashian earbuds so your reality TV-obsessed sister can *~keep up~* with her shows without everyone in your home having to be subjected to it.
28. A two-tier chrome spice rack and a set of 16 spices for the chef in your life so they can stop digging in the back of a cabinet for the paprika and spin *exactly* to where it's located.
29. A walking kit complete with a collar, leash, and odor-resistant poop bag carrier in a trendy color that'll easily make their pup the most stylish at the park.
30. 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.
31. A 3D printing pen kids, teens, and adults alike will be in awe of after they see how freakin' cool it is to make their own drawings come to life
32. A coffee and chocolate gift box starring delicious bars of chocolate and a bag of either ground or whole bean coffee (whatever they prefer!) that'll tickle their taste buds.
33. A heated eye massager complete with five different massage modes and Bluetooth music so they can fully indulge and relax while relieving pain from eye strain and headaches.
34. Fabulous Mommy and me pajamas featuring feathery cuffs, a must-have for your first at-home slumber party together! Pair it with a night of manis and pedis, lemon water, and a sound machine to complete the evening.
35. A s'mores-themed ChapStick collection that'll keep their pout super soft and give you an extra reason to ~give 'em some sugar~.
36. A Surface Laptop 5 you should consider gifting yourself from Old Saint Nick — you and I both know your current computer has been on the fritz for over a year now and you deserve an upgrade.
37. A pair of gorgeous embroidered shoes to add a little *somethin' somethin'* to your pal's wardrobe.
38. A Logi Dock that'll impress anyone who works from home and is tired of their desk being cluttered by wires — this gadget will provide one easy location for them to plug their monitor, chargers, etc into while *also* acting as a speaker phone for their meetings!
39. A pair of faux-leather leggings for the fashionista in your family who you just know will flawlessly know how to style 'em.
40. A Partners Coffee subscription for anyone who simply cherishes a quality cup, recently had a baby, or works odd hours. Tired humans, unite!
41. 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.
42. A Pokémon card air freshener so anyone who glances into their windshield will know *exactly* who their starter selection was — it's the only way to judge if someone is worthy of your time, honestly.
43. A pull-tie bracelet in support of their favorite NFL team that'll look fantastic when they add it to their stack on game day (or every day!).
44. An Xbox Game Pass Membership that'll provide them with more than 100 games a month. I wish them luck in choosing what to play first, jeez.
45. A chic Pastels Canada Goose puffer coat for the person in your life is who *constantly* complaining about the cold — this is essentially a gift for you as well since they'll finally be nice 'n' warm.
46. 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).
47. An unbelievably soft sweater with a ribbed design and so many colors you'll likely snag one for yourself and everyone on your shopping list.
48. 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!).
49. A Renpho percussion massager — a perfect gift for your work wife who is forever complaining about the knots in her back (no thanks to sitting at a desk all day).
50. A custom ornament that was clearly *mint* to be theirs — they can admire year after year and think of you when they lovingly place it on their Christmas tree.
51. A knit velvet weighted blanket unlike any they've probably seen before — it's weighted naturally with a layering technique instead of with artificial filling. And it looks SO snuggly!
52. A Dracula garlic mincer that'll make even the most serious of chefs let out an audible giggle.
53. A water-repellent pair of Allbirds wool sneakers to keep their feet cozy and clean — these are easily tossed into the washing machine, so they'll always look fresh!
54. A gold bracelet for any mom or grandma you can fill with charms of all the special kids in their lives. Pair it with a tissue so she can dry her eyes after seeing how thoughtful you've been.
55. A set of heat-safe microwave bowl holders so you'll never have to hear your roomie exclaiming "ow, ow, ow!" while taking their leftover pasta out of the microwave. Using these you can both happily eat your favorite meals in-hand on the couch while watching yet another season of Love Island.
Check out a TikTok of the microwave bowl holders in action.
Bonus — the insulation of these also keeps cold food like ice cream colder for longer (and helps prevent your fingers from freezing!).
Promising review: "Buy these for yourself and everyone you know. They are soft and fit a variety of sizes of bowls to put under them in the microwave and eat from. My kids love them. We bought some to gift to other people too, and I will get some for my son to use at college. Made of a heavy terry cloth that can be thrown right in the washer when needed. We used towels before under our bowls, but these cradle the bowls so are easier to hold. We bought some bigger plate sizes too." —Heidi J.
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 a set of four from Amazon for $24.99 (available in five color combos).
56. A Rifle Paper Co. embroidered keepsake box adorned in classic holiday motifs, a must-have for your mom who has saved every single holiday card she's received since 1992.
57. 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?
58. 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.
59. An at-home Magic Band reader that'll leave any Disney Adult scratching their head wondering how you managed to find something *so* magical for their home.
60. A gorgeous leather handbag that'll quickly become a staple in their daily accessories — and why wouldn't it be? It's timeless!
61. A splurge-worthy Yeti cooler they'll absolutely squeal over when they realize they can fill it with up to 26 cans and ice!
62. A hand-poured candle, luxuriously made with coconut apricot wax (fancy — and a clean burn!) that'll impress candle enthusiasts and home decorators alike.
63. A handheld lamp your partner will surely find themselves *mooning* over each night.
Check out a TikTok of the moon lamp in action.
BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord is obsessed with this gadget:
"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. "
Get it from Amazon for $25.99+ (available in eight sizes).
64. An absolutely stunning pair of radiant cut stud earrings made from a diamond alternative — they'll sparkle and dazzle every time they catch the light while your loved one is wearing them.
65. A ball pit for the energetic kiddo in your life — it'll keep them contained and entertained! Sounds ideal to me.
66. 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.
67. A puzzle plateau so they can work on their latest jigsaw in peace without hearing complaints that they're hogging the kitchen table.
68. A 23andMe DNA testing kit that'll give your grandparents a full breakdown of just how Italian they are.
69. 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!
70. A festive candle from Bath & Body Works your aunt is likely expecting you to gift her, so don't disappoint!
71. A coloring book of sexy men including the likes of Harry Styles, Kit Harrington, and Liam Hemsworth with a holiday twist anyone would appreciate.
72. A set of LED light saber chopsticks for your BFF who is the Chewbacca to your Han Solo (and also happens to be who you get sushi with every Friday night).
73. A super cool gadget called Tidbyt they can customize with apps of their choosing (think train times, weather, calendar, etc) to display all they need to know at any given time.
74. A nostalgic Apple Watch stand that'll pay tribute to their favorite handheld video game. Ah, to be young again.
75. BYO Blush Oil, which will make applying makeup easier than ever for anyone that is lucky enough to find it in their stocking this year — it reacts with the pH of your skin to create the *perfect* blush shade!
Youthforia is an Asian woman-owned small business established in 2020 that specializes in environmentally friendly, cruelty-free makeup made with at least 90% renewable ingredients.
Fun fact: All of Youthforia's makeup is designed with ingredients that make it A-OK for your skin to sleep with it on!
BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord is a fan, she said: "I tried this out myself and I have to say, it is WILD watching it adjust to your skin's pH in real time. It was a very bright pink at first but super easy to spread — a bit like Glossier's Cloud Paint, except personalized. It's very long lasting, too — I applied in the morning and could still see a rosy glow by the end of the day. "
Promising review: "Dewy and glowy. I tried it over makeup and it appeared as a strong pink shade but settled to a flushed, glowy color. I had my little sister try it too because I wanted to see the color change again and it lasted a really long time on her. The texture was smooth and it was easy to rub in and blend out." —Summer
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).
76. A trio of stackable rings they'll "ooh" and "ahh" over because they're sparkly and feature their initial. What more could anyone want?
77. A tiny Pokémon toy they can build themselves then keep on their desk as a reminder of their favorite '90s obsession.
78. A chic checkerboard Mickey throw blanket in a neutral color you can count on to match their living room and bedroom decor — a must-have for cuddling up to watch their favorite Disney movies with all winter.
79. A wooden grocery store play set your mini-me will have no problem playing creatively with — just prepare to hear them say "sorry, we're all out of oat milk" or some other too-adult comment they've likely overhead already while you were food shopping. Oops.
80. A corduroy shacket for your fashionable friend who loves nothing more than a classic staple item — a must-have for anyone's winter wardrobe!
Check out a TikTok of the corduroy shacket.
Promising review: "I love this shirt! It's slightly longer than I expected but makes a great oversized button up — the material is amazing. I get compliments every time I wear it out. If you want an oversized look, I would order your normal size; if you want a normal look, I would order a size down." —Courtney
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).
Psst — if you have Amazon Prime Wardrobe, you can try this piece out before you buy it!
Get it from Amazon for $35.98 (available in sizes S–XXL and 41 styles).
81. A 12-oz bottle of Mike's Hot Honey that'll help them take the flavor of their boring weeknight recipes to the next level with just a drizzle.
82. A set of five nail polishes and a top coat so they can create one of those trendy ombré manicures without heading out to a pricey salon.
83. A coat from The North Face featuring a waterproof and breathable material to keep your loved one nice 'n' warm whether it's raining or snowing.
84. Cat tarot cards that'll have your friend saying "are you kitten me?" when they open it and offer to give you a reading right on the spot.
85. A Logitech Blue Yeti microphone that'll provide crystal clear audio for the gamer in your life who moonlights as a YouTuber, streaming their gameplay for all to see. Who knows — maybe this'll be their ticket to Internet fame!
I have this Yeti USB microphone and it is AWESOME. I love that it comes in an array of fun colors (mine is pink, hehe) so it'll coordinate nicely with anyone's desk/gaming setup. The quality is unbelievable — I feel like I'm doing voice over work when I use it for Zoom calls. I can absolutely see this being a great gift for any gamer in your life, especially for one who chats with their friends while playing.
Promising review: "Posting this review on behalf of my son. 😆 He bought this to use for gaming. He is extremely pleased with it. The sound quality is great and all of his friends have commented on how much better they can hear him. His videos on YouTube sound much better also." —Mk
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 $89.99 (available in seven colors).
86. Steel-toed slip-on Dr. Martens boots reviewers swear are comfortable and easy to break out — watch out world, here comes a teenager in cooler-than-cool boots.
See them in action on TikTok here.
Promising review: "These are the best and most comfortable pair of Docs I've had. They were a dream to break in and I have never had a blister with these. I get so many compliments on them and they are a great fall shoe!!" —christa kraftician
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 $108.05+ (available in sizes 5–11 and in two colors).
Psst: This item is included in Prime Wardrobe, so you can give it a trial run if you're a member!
87. A blackhead scrub stick that'll exfoliate their clogged pores and remove excess sebum while also being a bit reminiscent of the adorable lil' character from Finding Nemo that said "you made me iiiink!"
See it in action on BuzzFeed' Shopping's TikTok!
Promising review: "Here’s the thing. A scrub is never going to solve your blackhead issues long term. But there is truly no other product like this. It’s an amazing quick fix to get your pores unclogged and less noticeable, and once you’ve done that, slap on some retinol/salicylic acid with a moisturizer. Adorable packaging, unique product, and effective!" —Molly
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 $10.63.
88. A beloved Stanley tumbler, because there a few things as exciting as receiving a new water cup to become emotionally attached to.
89. A delicate initial necklace for anyone who prefers simple jewelry they can wear every day.
90. And an Xbox Series S console they'll worship you for gifting since they'll be able to virtually hang and play games with their friends all winter long.
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