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    74 Of The Best Gifts To Give In 2022

    Break out the jingle bells — it's time to kick off the holiday shopping season.

    Hey! While we’re doing our best to make sure the products we feature will arrive in time for Christmas, shipping times are tricky and can vary depending on where you live, which product you purchase, and more. Shop early and be sure to double check the retailers’ websites for shipping information to ensure that your gift will arrive in time for the 25th!

    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.

    a copy of "burn after writing" with a dark blue cover and gold celestial designs on it

    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!

    a wreath and candles made from lego bricks

    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 set of stacked measuring cups that form a Christmas tree with a *touch* of Mickey magic to it — a perfect gift for anyone who enjoys a subtle Disney item and bakes all holiday season.

    measuring cups stacked to look like a christmas tree with mickey mouse peppermints on it and ornaments

    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. 

    A green and white checkered blanket draped on a couch
    The blanket in dusty rose, blue, ivory, and navy stacked on each other
    Amazon

    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 $28.99+ (available in 12 styles and two sizes). 

    8. color-shifting mushroom light for the ~fun guy~ in your life who would appreciate the cozy lil' cottagecore aesthetic these bring to any room.

    Reviewer holding white plug with pastel mushrooms and leaves blooming out of it
    The mushrooms lit up in the dark

    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 $6.48

    9. A corn-shaped Squishmallow for the TikTok-obsessed person in your life who hasn't stopped reciting "Its corn! A big lump with knobs!"

    10. An adorable book light for the reader in your life who either always has their *head in the clouds* or their nose in a book — it'll quickly become their new favorite gadget.

    11. 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!

    Beige sheets on a bed

    12. A cozy flannel the internet has dubbed "the Evermore flannel" as it looks eerily similar to the one Taylor Swift wears on the cover of the album — a must-have for any Swiftie's collection.

    13. 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!

    14. 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.

    a bucket surrounded by nostalgic candy

    15. 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!

    A geometric white planter filled with a grassy plant that's levitating over a dark-colored wooden base
    a gif of a planter filled with white blossoms levitating over a light-colored wood base

    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).

    16. 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.

    17. Fabulous pink wineglasses, so when Margot Robbie's Barbie film hits streaming services they'll be able to celebrate properly.

    hot pink wine glasses

    18. 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.

    19. 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.

    plush toys of bingo and bluey

    20. 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.

    21. 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.

    the great british baking show game

    22. A Beauty and the Beast-inspired Corkcicle tumbler they can fill with their favorite tea and take with them to peruse their local bookstore.

    a white corkcicle cup with a light blue and gold beauty and the beast-inspired pattern on it sitting on top of books

    23. 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.

    Kim Kardashian wearing nude colored beats earbuds

    24. 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.

    25. A Carhartt beanie that'll keep your loved one's head nice 'n' toasty without sacrificing an ounce of style — these are a tried-and-true classic you'll likely find yourself ordering in multiple colors.

    reviewer in black beanie with carhartt label
    reviewer in brown beige color of beanie

    Both my husband and my 6-month-old (you can get your mini-me one here) have Carhartt beanies, so it's only a matter of time before I order one for myself. They really are super soft, stretchy, and comfortable. Need I say more?

    Promising review: "Saw this hat on TikTok and decided to place my order!  It can get very cold where I live, especially during morning time when I’m walking my dog. I need to keep my ears warm! The material is so soft, and there are many color options." —MHF

    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 $39.95 (available in 33 colors). 

    26. 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.

    27. 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

    28. 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.

    Reviewer wearing black over eye massager mask

    29. 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

    30. 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.

    a microsoft surface laptop 5

    31. 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

    32. A pair of gorgeous embroidered shoes to add a little *somethin' somethin'* to your pal's wardrobe.

    a model wearing black slip-on flats with pink embroidered flowers on them

    33. A pair of faux-leather leggings for the fashionista in your family who you just know will flawlessly know how to style 'em.

    Reviewer in black faux leather leggings

    34. A Partners Coffee subscription for anyone who simply cherishes a quality cup, recently had a baby, or works odd hours. Tired humans, unite!

    five different bags of Partners Coffee

    35. 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

    36. 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.

    a squirtle pokemon card hanging from a rearview mirror

    37. 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!).

    38. 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.

    an image of five different video game scenes, with the gray Xbox Game Pass card sitting in front of them,

    39. 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.

    a model in a light blue coat

    40. 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).

    41. 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.

    42. 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!).

    43. 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).

    A person holding the handle of a black massage gun

    44. 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.

    a candy cane ornament with the name "smith" in the middle of it in crystals

    45. 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!

    46. A Dracula garlic mincer that'll make even the most serious of chefs let out an audible giggle.

    The mincer that looks like Dracula (just twist the head to mince) with garlic bread

    47. 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.

    a dark green box with christmas themed embellishments on the top

    48. 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?

    49. 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.

    a stack of books from book of the month

    50. 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.

    51. 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

    52. A gorgeous leather handbag that'll quickly become a staple in their daily accessories — and why wouldn't it be? It's timeless!

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

    54. A hand-poured candle, luxuriously made with coconut apricot wax (fancy — and a clean burn!) that'll impress candle enthusiasts and home decorators alike.

    a candle in a sage green container with 11:11 on it

    55. A handheld lamp your partner will surely find themselves *mooning* over each night.

    Editor holding up lit up small moon in hand
    The moon changing colors from white to red to blue to purple
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    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 $19.99+ (available in eight sizes). 

    56. A ball pit for the energetic kiddo in your life — it'll keep them contained and entertained! Sounds ideal to me.

    a child in a ball pit

    57. 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.

    58. A 800-piece puzzle featuring a wintry scene they'll likely want to glue together and frame after completing it — it'll be like giving two gifts in one!

    a winter scene puzzle

    59. And 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

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

    61. 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

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

    a bunch of holiday themed single-wick candles

    63. A digital smart toaster that'll impress your dad who loves nothing more than feeling like he's living inside an episode of The Jetsons. It has a touchscreen to help him perfectly select *exactly* how he wants his toasted items to look.

    64. 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).

    65. 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.

    a tidbyt display box

    66. A nostalgic Apple Watch stand that'll pay tribute to their favorite handheld video game. Ah, to be young again.

    The Apple Watch stand designed to look like the old Game Boy.

    67. 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!

    editor dabbing clear blush on cheeks as it changes color to pink
    The green and orange bottle of blush
    Emma Lord/BuzzFeed

    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).

    Get it from Youthforia for $36 (available in four shades) or Amazon for $35.99

    68. A trio of stackable rings they'll "ooh" and "ahh" over because they're sparkly and feature their initial. What more could anyone want?

    69. A tiny Pokémon toy they can build themselves then keep on their desk as a reminder of their favorite '90s obsession.

    70. 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.

    71. corduroy shacket for your fashionable friend who loves nothing more than a classic staple item — a must-have for anyone's winter wardrobe!

    Reviewer in ivory button up long corduroy shirt
    Reviewer in camel color version

    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 $3.68+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 41 styles). 

    72. 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.

    a bottle of mike's hot honey being drizzled on pizza

    73. 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.

    74. 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.

    cat-themed tarot cards

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