Every year, I tell myself this is the year I’ll plan ahead for holiday shopping—and every year, I somehow end up at the checkout line on December 24th, clutching a gift card and a questionable scented candle. But not this time! This year, I’ve got a game plan: a list of the best last-minute gift ideas that are thoughtful, delightful, and don’t scream “I forgot until now.” Whether you’re shopping for the perpetually hard-to-please or the person who insists they “don’t need anything,” these picks will save you from the holiday scramble—and maybe even make you look like you planned ahead.
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This oh-so-cozy robe is top-rated thanks to its ultra-plush fabric. Plus, it comes in a bunch of colors and patterns so you can match it to any of your loved ones’ fave colors.
These fuzzy slippers work as house shoes or as cozy errand shoes (assuming you live in a warmer climate). We just love the shearling and our only question is whether the ivory or pink is cuter.
This is a perfect gift for a beauty lover who seemingly has everything else. The kit offers 18 perfume samples and a redeemable voucher your giftee can trade in to receive a free full-size bottle once they’ve picked their favorite.
A cozy wintertime sweatshirt for your favorite person.
A new water bottle is always a welcomed gift—and the 40-ounce size will help them reach their daily water goals. Nordstrom offers 26 colors of this guy, so you can pick any hue in the rainbow.
Transform their shower into a tropical paradise with this popular set, featuring irresistibly scented, skin-loving essentials.
If they’ve got the travel bug, help them stay stylishly organized on the go with this all-in-one solution for gadgets and accessories.
This wearable, heated massager relieves lower back pain, tension, and aches, improves range of motion, and accelerates recovery.
Set the mood for all dinner parties and cozy hangs with this tabletop fire pit.
This home-use device delivers therapeutic laser light to hair follicles to treat hair loss, reverse thinning, restore hair growth, increase density and fullness, and revitalize damaged hair.
A gorgeous highlighter and blush palette that will work over the holidays and well into spring and summer.
Help them step into comfort and support with this two-pack, perfect for journeys and cozy days alike.
Toiletry bags have a knack for getting grimy and gross. Start them fresh in the New Year with this machine-washable bag from Dagne Dover.
A weighted stress ball, reimagined. This is a lap-sized pillow that helps fight tension, anxiety, and restlessness.
An Oura ring dupe that is editor-approved. Plus, score it on sale for $297 this weekend only.
If they are battling dry skin, this trio of all-natural products is aimed to help moisturize and hydrate—plus, it smells amazing.
38% off right now, this convenient five-in-one appliance packs a punch to saute, steam, sear, fry, or boil.
This set of three lightweight massage balls is designed to target post-workout tension in small, medium, and large muscle groups.