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1. A stunning claw clip for anyone who loves romantic and whimsical hair accessories.
Promising review: "These hair clips are really good quality. My hair is a couple of inches past my clavicle, about 4 inches past, and medium thickness. The clip holds it very secure. I think these clips could hold thin or thick hair. Thank you for a fabulous product." —Debra DeMattei
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $9.99+ (available in 25 designs).
2. A Laneige glowy lip balm that'll treat them to a soft, moisturized, and ultra plump pucker. Goodbye cracked, peeling, flaking lips!
Promising review: "I’m a big fan of Laneige, and an even bigger fan of this product. I purchased the gummy bear flavor. It smells incredible, is EXACTLY like the sleeping lip mask product (but in lip gloss form, of course), and the color is SO pretty. It’s a sheer purple, but has just a slight tint. It’s also not sticky like other lip glosses tend to be, but rather it’s really moisturizing. I can’t recommend this product enough." —Jessie
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $18 (available in five scents).
3. A bag of reindeer farts cotton candy if you're looking for an easy stocking stuffer. The kiddos will get a kick out of the name, and you'll feel good about 10% of all profits being donated to charities that bring toys to kids in need.
Promising review: "This was absolutely the best stocking stuffer of all this past year! Everyone, young and old, loved it! The laughs were many and the cotton candy inside was so good! Awesome product! I will buy again." —Peggy N
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $8.95.
4. Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, a fast-paced card-slapping game so they can destroy their family and friends at the next game night.
Promising review: "Bought this by accident because I thought these were baby flash cards. Saw these were actually a card game and tried it with my husband and fell in love with this game. It's fun and competitive. :D" —ChocorateChippu
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $7.97.
5. A pack of Crayola Globbles to keep kiddos busy sticking, squishing, squeezing, stacking, and slinging without you or their parents worrying about sticky residue on ceilings and walls.
Promising review: "I waited over two months to write my review! My 4-year-old daughter plays with these DAILY! YES they do attract dirt and hair. HOWEVER they are so easy to rinse off it's not a big deal! We took these to a family gathering and ended up giving two away because they were SO loved! The two we gave away went to a 12-year-old and my 19-year-old brother. They discovered throwing them at the ceiling fan and watching them shoot across the room, which was pretty entertaining! None of them have busted or ripped and they are definitely NOT gentle with them! I will definitely be buying more!" —Kindle Customer
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $11.64.
6. The Woman in Me, Britney Spears's long-awaited memoir because goddamnit this woman has put up with enough in her life and deserves your support.
Promising review: "Britney finally having the space to tell her own story is a highlight of 2023. While over the past few years many wrongs have been made right (or at least as right as possible), this book takes things a step further and offers perspective on events going back over two decades. I easily read the entire book in one sitting, even though it is close to 300 pages long, because growing up with Britney and watching everything she had gone through hearing what was going on behind closed doors felt like reading a letter from a friend. A lot of the book is absolutely devastating, and the fact that she manages to stay resilient through it all is a true testament to her character. I wish nothing but happiness for Britney, whatever she chooses to do with her future now." —Nicole Lynn
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $20.93.
7. And an adorable bookmark book tracker for holding their page if they don't finish it in one sitting.
British Book Art is a small business based in the UK that sells the most stunning book art and bookmarks.
Promising review: "I'm absolutely obsessed with this bookmark. It's definitely made me more determined to read this year and will be a nice keepsake. Will be repurchasing when this one's almost filled. ❤️" —Mady Taylor
Shipping Info: Orders ship from the UK so delivery time varies based on your location. Check the listing for an estimated delivery date.
Get it from British Book Art on Etsy for $3.15.
8. An ugly cats in Renaissance paintings calendar that'll take pride of place in their cubicle or home office wall. April is...a big mood.
Decor Hardcore is a small business based in Charlotte, North Carolina.
Promising review: "My brother, sister, and I decided to buy fun esoteric calendars for each other for Hanukkah. My sister is a huge cat lover and this made her day. 100 out of 10 would buy again!" —Gwendy7769
Shipping Info: Orders ship from North Carolina so delivery time varies based on your location. Check the listing for an estimated delivery date.
Get it from Decor Hardcore on Etsy for $26.29+ (available in two sizes; there's also an ugly Renaissance dog paintings version).
9. A Jeopardy 2024 daily calendar (RIP Alex Trebek) if your giftee is a trivia fiend who loves surprising you with the most random pieces of info unexpectedly. Alex, what is "the best gift ever?"
Each question has a different wager so you can track your winnings for the year.
Promising review: "I use this calendar at work to quiz my coworkers. They all love it. The questions are very good and challenging. If you like Jeopardy and calendars, you'll love this." —Jeremy J. Harker
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $16.19.
10. A pair of magnetic hand-holding socks so you and your BFF can literally be connected from head to toe. (Or, er, ankle?)
Promising review: "My sister and I have had so much fun with these socks!!! They are super cute and the magnetic hold really well. The magnets are a bit big so you do notice them but overall super fun and cute." —addison fullmer
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get them from Amazon for $9.98+ (available in four colors and in packs of four).
11. The Adventure Challenge: Couples Edition — a book of scratch-off dates to add some spontaneity to a long-term relationship. Each activity is a surprise until you scratch it off. You'll also get an instant camera so you can snap a pic of all the fun you have during each challenge.
Promising review: "I was gifted this and LOVED it! This is something truly SPECIAL and MEANINGFUL that I would purchase as a gift for any occasion. Not only was the whole experience freakin FUN and memorable; we really enjoyed reading the introduction to The Adventure Challenge! It made my boyfriend and I realize A LOT about life! From the packaging to the intricate details of the product...this is something you won't regret purchasing. Love what this company represents and was honored to be a part of the experience! Keep up the great work!" —Monique S.
Shipping Info: Items typically ship in 1–2 business days. Ground (4–10 business days), standard (3–7 business days) and express (2–3 business days) shipping is available. (Express shipping is available for select locations and orders that do *not* contain a Signature Camera). See The Adventure Challenge's full shipping information here.
Get it from The Adventure Challenge for $157.98 (also available for families!).
12. A Silly Poopy's Hide & Seek game because the kid in your life is currently in their potty humor phase — let them delight in finding a rainbow-colored fake poop that gives seekers clues to its whereabouts. Know any parents in desperate need of some alone time? Reviewers swear by this thing for keeping their children entertained so you very well may earn yourself a "~Holy crap~ this gift is amazing text!"
Promising review: "This game is HILARIOUS. My kids love playing with it and taking turns hiding it. (They're 8-, 6-, and 3-years-old). They all think poop is funny and run around yelling 'Silly Poopy where are you?' It keeps them busy for at least half an hour at a time and they leave me alone. Also? It's pretty durable. I found it outside in my garden in the 20-degree winter weather. I guess my 8-year-old left it out there for a few days. It also gets thrown down the stairs and Silly Poopy just keeps on giggling and having fun." —Adele
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $12.99.
13. A fidget toy for keeping their fingers busy with two magnetic pucks that they can flip, stack, and flick in combinations to learn real tricks.
Promising review: "This is literally the best fidget ever made. The magnets are not only fun to play with, but the sound they make is satisfying. If you flip the puck over, if provides a nice little resistance against your hand when fidgeting with it. The silicone (I guess?) on the outside is also good for tactile type fidgeting. I wish they were a bit cheaper, but the price didn't deter me from buying two of them, plus a couple booster packs." —Tiger
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $19.99 (available in a variety of colors/patterns).
14. A customized photo book that'll immortalize all their fave pics: travel shots, family photos, pet snaps, etc. Designs are fully customizable and collaborative, allowing friends and relatives to create pages together!
Shipping Info: Delivery dates vary depending on the product you select. Check out Mixbook's shipping estimator for more info.
Get it from Mixbook for $14.99+ (available in a variety of sizes and styles).
15. A so chic Coach Tabby shoulder bag if they've not so subtly been dropping hints that this is on their wishlist. This versatile and surprisingly roomy bag can be worn on the shoulder or crossbody, because, y'know, options are always good.
Promising review: "I absolutely love EVERYTHING about this purse! The size is absolutely perfect for me! It has two large compartments and a pocket in between them with a zipper closure. Plus it has a pocket in the front with a C as the snap closure. I find that with the layout of the bag it can fit basically everything that I need without having a problem finding something inside. I hate having a bag where everything just ends up in a big jumble at the bottom, but this bag is nothing like that, it's so easy to keep organized too! I also love that it can be worn as a shoulder bag or a crossbody bag, which is extremely convenient. All in all I highly recommend this amazing bag!" —Sam
Shipping Info: Standard shipping (3–5 business days; customized or monogrammed orders require an additional 2–3 days to ship) is free for all orders. Express (2–3 business days) and overnight shipping is available for an additional cost.
Get it from Coach for $350+ (available in five colors).
16. A splurgeworthy tube of Stila mascara so they'll basically never have to deal with formulas that flake, fade, or streak. Go ahead and gift it to even your pickiest beauty-obsessed friend.
Promising review: "Goes on smooth, gives a dramatic but still natural look. Love how it applies to all the lashes without clumping them all together. The black makes my blue eyes pop. Overall love this product. Been trying a few different mascaras that aren’t drug store brands to see if there was a difference and if they are work they the extra price. So far, this one is. As far as I can tell it’s relatively waterproof (been doing a lot of crying recently and the mascara has held up.)" —Realitybug
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $26.
17. A versatile Always Pan from Our Place to get the job done and look good while doing it. At the intersection of style and function is this pan, which has a steamer basket, a built-in easy-pour spout, and a nesting spatula.
What's included: A nesting beechwood spatula with integrated spoon rest and custom stainless steel steamer basket.
Promising review: "This pan is EVERYTHING! I went from making pasta in the basket to steaming broccoli in it and then finishing my meal in there. Then I forgot about cleaning it because I’m lazy and the nonstick cleaned up so easily. The sponge they include is incredible, I do all my dishes with it now. Also, it looks really cute sitting on my stove all day." —Darby S.
Shipping Info: Processing takes up to two days for in-stock items. Delivery generally takes 1–7 business days depending on your location. Orders over $50 ship free via standard shipping.
Get it from Our Place for $85+ (originally $120+; available in three sizes and in 12 colors).
Want to know more? Check out our Always Pan review!
18. A TikTok-famous 1,000-piece puzzle from The Magic Puzzle Company because there's more to it than meets the eye! Not only is the illustration so beautiful that they'll probably glue and frame their puzzle when it's completed, but it also features 50 Easter eggs throughout *and* a magical twist that reveals itself once the puzzle is finished.
Promising review: "I bought this as a gift for my husband because he absolutely loves puzzles and magic, so it was a no-brainer! I was honestly way more excited to finish putting this puzzle together than a normal puzzle because I couldn’t wait to see the end result. Blown away. I’m super impressed and will be purchasing a different version. Oh, and they weren’t kidding about the no dust in the box...very pleased with this purchase!" —Nlbrimberry
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $22.97.
19. An Excel shortcuts mug for the spreadsheets wiz or, alternatively, the person in the office most likely to get a #REF! error.
Promising review: "Most popular gift at the white elephant party this year. Coworkers loved it." —Keir
Shipping Info: Economy (7–9 business days), standard (3–7 business days), expedited (2–3 business days), and express (1–2 business days) shipping is available for an additional cost.
Get it from Uncommon Goods for $12.
20. A joyful set of stemmed wineglasses that'll look absolutely stunning on any table-setting.
Estelle Colored Glass is a Black woman-owned business. Founder Stephanie Summerson Hall named her small business after her grandmother, Estelle, who had a love for antiquing and collecting colored glass. The pieces are made by artisans in Poland.
Promising review: "Tall, good-looking wineglasses. The cobalt color adds pizazz to this great shape wineglass that is suitable for red or white wine. Mix and match colored glasses with clear glasses to keep track of your wine. These glasses add style to a dinner table!" —Melissa J
Shipping Info: Standard shipping (5–8 business days) is free. Expedited (2–3 business days) and next day shipping is available for an additional cost.
Get a set of six from Tuckernuck for $185 (available in cobalt blue and rose).
21. A hilarious bumper sticker if you've ever experienced the panic of running out of road while trying to enter and merge on an expressway and no one is letting you in. 😬😩
The Carrot Club is a Washington-based small business. The name is inspired by Carly's (the owner) senior dachshund named Jack, who loved carrots.
Promising review: "Not only is this item super pretty AND hilarious, but the customer service was amazing. I got this as a gift and needed it by a certain date. Carly got it shipped super quickly and was delightful to work with. Thank you and I can’t wait to order for myself next time!" —Hashtag Hannah
Shipping Info: Orders should arrive in 5–7 business days but may take up to 14 days to arrive.
Get it from The Carrot Club on Etsy for $5.50+ (available in six styles and a variety of colors).
22. A pair of cozy joggers so the thought that follows "I'm so comfy" when they slip into them is "Best gift ever!" They're made of a sweat-wicking material and offer the perfect amount of stretch whether they're being worn as loungewear or a pump cover.
Promising review: "I love the texture and weight of these sweatpants. They keep me warm without being too heavy. They’re also an edgier lounge wear option, which I prefer to the basic yoga pant look." —Watson K.
Shipping Info: Standard (4–9 business days), two-day, next day, and same day shipping is available for an additional cost.
Get it from Abercrombie for $80 (available in women's sizes XXS–XXL and six colors).
23. A Danessa Myricks blurring balm to make their mouth literally drop when they realize 1) you were listening the 50 million times they said they had oily skin, and 2) when they try it out and realize how magical this balm-to-powder product is. This can be used as a primer or foundation depending on the level of coverage you want.
Danessa Myricks is a Black woman-owned business. Check out a Reel of the Yummy Skin Blurring Balm Powder in action!
Promising review: "I have finally found the answer to my oily skin! I have the kind of skin that starts producing oil an hour after my makeup application even with mattifying primers, translucent powder to set AND a mattifying setting spray. I’m now going on four hours and my face is completely matte! I’ve seen other people say that they use this as a primer under their foundation but I used it as THE foundation and it’s total perfection. Buildable coverage so you can either go for the ‘no makeup’ look or a full beat. " —Songstress81
Shipping Info: Expedited shipping for an additional cost. Members get free 2-day shipping.
Get it from Sephora for $36 (available in 14 shades).
24. MicroMacro: Crime City — a really cool cooperative detective game because family game nights are about to get way more fun! The board is a bird's-eye view of a city and the goal is to not only find the crimes (time to pull out those glasses, folks!) but then solve the riddles: Are there suspects? What's the cause of death?
Promising review: "This was a birthday gift for my 10-year-old nephew who lives a long distance away, so I asked a friend who had just attended a birthday party with 20 10-year-old boys what the popular presents were. This was on the list. It was a hit, and every spare moment, he asked me to play. Well designed game that encourages collaboration, searching details for clues, and bonus: He worked on his reading skills since he was the Lead Detective. It starts with an easier training crime, and progresses to more difficult. Tips: You need a large table to lay out the map and good lighting to see the detail. Adults will need their glasses. It comes with one magnifying tool. It was fun! Also satisfying to piece together the crime scene and solution. Game says 12 and up, but this 10-year-old did great." —TamaraD
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $33.99.
25. A buildable (and playable!) Lego table football set for sports fans who get a thrill from constructing impressive builds as much as scoring goals. They'll even get to customize the minifigs — maybe they can make one for every member of the household. 🥺
Promising review: "We had so much fun putting this set together, it took us a few days with our schedule but we enjoyed it. I love all the details and the storage under the seating is great for all the extra spectators that came with it. We have it sitting on our coffee table and everyone that comes over wants to play it. The instructions were very detailed and clear. Highly recommend this set for the older Lego fans!" —mamabear31641
Shipping Info: In-stock items ship the next business day if you order by 12 p.m. EST. Standard shipping takes 3–5 business days, and expedited shipping is available for an additional cost.
Get it from Lego for $149.99 (originally $249.99).
26. A National Geographic geode kit that'll make for a ~smashing~ gift. Now hand me those goggles, please!
It comes with 10 geodes of varying sizes as well as goggles and a display stand.
Promising review: "My 9-year-old niece gets these every year for Christmas. It is a new gift every time! She loves to put on safety glasses and swing that hammer! The geodes are always beautiful. She also loves the element of surprise! This is a wonderful gift that will engage even kids who are not into the sciences. Every year she takes pieces in to share with her class. She also loves to give pieces away as little gifts or mementos. Nat Geo never disappoints!" —Kristin D.
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
27. A Dyson Airwrap if they get hand cramps and a case of dead arm every morning drying and styling their hair. It comes with a variety of attachments — smoothing brushes, a round brush, curling barrels, and more — to help them look like they walked out of a salon when they simply walk out of the bathroom in the morning.
Promising review: "I have waited a few years to get the Airwrap because it’s so darn expensive. I finally purchased it six weeks ago and it has changed my life. This tool replaces your hair dryer, curling iron, and straightener. It’s great to pack for traveling since it’s the size of a larger curling iron with a few attachments and so lightweight. I’ve never had so many compliments on my hair and I put it half the effort I did previously. My hair looks a lot healthier too, hot tools are bad for your hair, and if you can curl your hair with hot air instead of a hot iron it’s a win." —alisonshops6
Shipping Info: Standard shipping is free and a delivery estimate is available on each product's page. Expedited 2-day and next day shipping is available for an additional cost. In-store and curbside pickup is also available.
Get it from Nordstrom for $599.
28. A pair of glowing lightsaber chopsticks that'll bring that spicy tuna roll from their plate to their mouth with all the skill of a Jedi. Buy this, you must! "My favorite gift, this is!" they'll say.
My colleague Emma Lord bought these and loves them. In her own words:
"I bought these for myself, and I love them to pieces. TBH, I use them as decor every bit as much as I use them to eat. Sometimes I just keep them in my work area to light them up during the day to feel fancy. They toggle back and forth between a bunch of different colors, like red, blue, yellow, purple, and multicolor, so you can either make them match *or* have a red and blue one together and bring ~balance~ to the Force."
Promising review: "I purchased these for a friend's birthday present (he is a sushi waiter) and these are flippin' AMAZING. I ordered two sets by mistake, but I am totally keeping the second pair for another gift (or for myself!). These are sure to be great conversation pieces and attention getters. Way to go!" —T. Redwood
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get them from Amazon for $11.97.
29. A bottle of Truff hot sauce, a sophisticated condiment made with chilis, agave nectar, spices, and, of course, black truffle to transform their meals into a gourmet dining experience. *chef's kiss*
Check out my colleague's Truff hot sauce review for some delicious ideas.
Promising review: "This hot sauce is absolutely incredible! You can put it on almost anything and make it still and it taste 100x better. I've bought many hot sauces in the past and no sauce can even touch the truff sauce. 100% recommended purchase even though might be a bit more expensive, it's still worth it!" —Chace A.
Shipping Info: Check the product listing for a delivery window.
Get it from our Goodful shop for $17.98.
30. How to Be More Tree — a grounding and beautifully illustrated book stuffed with life lessons we can learn from trees, because life can get overwhelming sometimes.
This made Oprah's list of favorite things this year!
Promising review: "I bought as a Christmas gift for my brother, an arborist. He loved it for obvious reasons, but y’all, this book is for everyone. I’m ordering one for me too! Beautifully illustrated and written. A true gem." —NolaFanGirl
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $11.86.
31. A bike accessory for anyone who could use a buddy or an extra set of legs to power them through the uphill portion of their daily bike ride.
Promising review: "For those who are not glitter lovers have no fear! This little guy is not glittery at all but his belly is more of a pearlescent color! He’s very cute and I cannot wait to gift it this Christmas!! :-)" —Jax
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $12.
32. Pixicade — a mobile game maker that'll transform their drawings into animated games they can play on a phone or tablet. Yep, you read that right. All they need to do is draw, snap a pic, and a playable animated version will come to life.
Promising review: "Man I love this thing, but my 8- and 6-year-old sons love it even more. We’re those parents who are a little strict about 'screen time' with our kids. Let me tell you something: MOST of the time is spent with the kids building their game — the markers, paper and, most importantly, their imaginations of drawing new games are 90% of the fun because they know that their drawing will eventually 'come to life' on the iPad. It sounds unbelievable, but it’s true. The different colors are used to create different things that the game automatically recognize on paper: e.g., use 'red' to draw hazards; use 'green' to make your character that can move, etc. My boys draw anything and, like magic, the screen brings it to life and the remaining 10% blows their little minds (and the parents minds too). Not really sure how it works, but we have a giant notebook full of different drawings and games, two boys who can’t stop using it, and two parents who are totally OK with this kind of 'screentime.'" —Lil
Shipping Info: Free expedited Prime shipping available for Prime Members, and non-Prime shipping options will still arrive by Christmas (see Amazon's full shipping information here).
Get it from Amazon for $20.50.
You when they say "This is perfect!" upon opening your gift:
