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50 Luxe Gifts That Will Wow Anyone on Your List

The best things in life are free... but these genius presents come pretty darn close.

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The holidays will be here before you know it, but there’s still plenty of time left to get something amazing for everyone on your list. If you’ve already tackled the little presents but have yet to get those luxe gifts sure to make them light up upon unwrapping, we’ve got you covered. From gadgets they’ll be floored to receive to toys that’ll wow your little ones without busting your budget, read on to discover the show-stopping gifts that will ensure it’s a happy holiday for everyone on your list. And for more presents they’ll love, check out The 50 Best Amazon Gifts Under $50.


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1 | This velvet weighted blanket

pink knit weighted blanketWest Elm

Weighted blankets may be comfortable, but they’re rarely aesthetically pleasing—until now, that is. This Bearaby velvet weighted blanket doesn’t sacrifice form for function—not only will its comfortable heft help lull users to sleep, it’s stylish enough to be a conversation piece when it’s tossed over the arm of a chair, too.

And for more perfect presents, These Are the Most Popular Holiday Gifts of 2020, According to Google.

West Elm
$279 and up

2 | This Coach signature wristlet

brown coach wristlet with black central bandCoach

Getting someone a luxe gift doesn’t have to involve emptying your wallet. This Coach signature wristlet is one of the brand’s most beloved—and iconic—accessories, but will cost you just $45 right now.

Coach
$75 $45

3 | This 40-inch VIZIO LED smart TV

large flatscreen TV with The Incredibles and app logos on itTarget

Whether you’re getting it for a movie fan, TV binger, or gamer, this VIZIO LED smart TV is sure to wow. And now that it’s on sale, there’s no better time to buy.

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Target
$210 $200

4 | These cashmere-lined gloves

black leather glovesNordstrom Rack

Add a little bit of luxury to anyone’s life with these cashmere-lined gloves. Not only will they keep your giftee’s hands nice and toasty when they’re out and about, they’re tech-friendly, meaning wearers won’t have to take them off to use their devices.

Nordstrom Rack
$78 $30

5 | This Roku Ultra

roku ultra, remote, and headphonesRoku

Have a cord-cutter on your list? With this Roku Ultra, they can still enjoy all of their favorite shows, as well as stream music and share videos and photos. It even comes with a lost remote finder, perfect for anyone whose clicker gets tucked into the couch cushions with shocking regularity.

And if you’re shopping on a budget, check out these 20 Genius Gifts Under $20 for Anyone on Your List.

Roku
$100

6 | This Schwinn Krate EVO bike

blue bicycle with training wheelsSchwinn

Who says bikes with training wheels can’t look tough? This Schwinn Krate EVO bike is designed for riders from age 3 to age 7, but looks every bit as rugged as your average adult low-rider. It also comes in yellow, black, red, pink, and blue, so there’s a style perfect for your princess-obsessed nephew and your goth goddaughter alike.

Schwinn
$170

7 | This golf bag and built-in stand

red golf bag with standGolf Galaxy

If the only thing your spouse enjoys more than spending time with you is hitting the links, they’re guaranteed to be grateful when they unwrap this handsome golf bag. With room for 14 clubs and a stand to keep it propped up, it’s the perfect accessory for those long days on the course.

Golf Galaxy
$230

8 | This deluxe perfume sample set

mini bottles of perfume in front of floral-patterned cardboard boxSephora

Why get the beauty aficionado on your list one present when you can get them eight? This genius set comes with sample-sized bottles of Atelier Cologne Clémentine California Cologne Absolue Pure Parfum, Burberry Her Eau de Parfum, Chloé Eau de Parfum, Clean Reserve Solar Bloom Eau de Parfum, Dolce & Gabbana Dolce Garden Eau de Parfum, Armani Beauty Acqua Di Gioia Eau de Parfum, NEST New York Sunkissed Hibiscus Eau de Parfum, and Tocca Florence Eau de Parfum, as well as a certificate for a full-sized bottle of any of the included fragrances.

Sephora
$75

9 | This Bartesian cocktail maker

silver cocktail making machineBartesian

If there’s ever been a year when cocktails felt more like a need than a want, it’s 2020. If you’ve got a cocktail connoisseur on your list, the Bartesian cocktail machine—one of Oprah’s Favorite Things in 2019—can mix up everything from margaritas to whiskey sours with the touch of a button. It’s a gift they'll not only love, but use time and time again.

And for Oprah's picks for this year, check out Here Are Oprah's Favorite Things of 2020 Under $50.

Bartesian
$350

10 | This Nugget play sofa

gray nugget play sofaNugget

There’s rarely been a product with a following as devoted as the Nugget. This play sofa, which transforms into mats for tumbling, jumping, and fort-building, is among this year’s most coveted gifts—and one that’s sure to earn you plenty of brownie points with any parent you give it to.

Nugget
$229

11 | These waterproof Sorel boots

black waterproof boots topped with gray faux furSorel

Looking for a gift that they’ll use for years to come? This pair of waterproof Sorel boots is the perfect way to keep their feet from that day-ruining slushy puddle of melted snow.

Sorel
$210

12 | This Rush Charge ultra-fast charger

pink rushcharge chargerAmazon

Have someone on your list who can’t seem to keep their phone charged? This rose gold super-fast charger can power up their devices in mere minutes, but doesn’t require any unwieldy cables to connect, thanks to its built-in charging attachment.

Amazon
$33

13 | This diamond solitaire necklace

diamond solitaire necklace on yellow gold chainFerko's Fine Jewelry

You don’t have to spend a fortune to buy a piece of gorgeous diamond jewelry they’ll treasure forever. This 0.05-carat diamond solitaire necklace is not only elegant, it’s made by a family-owned small business, which could use our support this year more than ever.

Ferko’s Fine Jewelry
$185 $148

14 | This four-burner propane grill

silver four-knob outdoor grillHome Depot

Summer will be here before you know it, and with it, the return of grilling season. Give someone on your list something to look forward to in a few months with this four-burner propane grill, perfect for the pit master in your life.

Home Depot
$299 $199

15 | This compact Schleich fairy house

green and pink fairy house toySchleich

Want to get your little one an amazing dollhouse that doesn’t take up a ton of room? This Schleich Marween’s Animal Nursery playset will delight any recipient and is compact enough to take on future family trips, too.

Schleich
$30

16 | This two-piece monogrammed cutting board set

square and heart-shaped wooden cutting boards with cheese knives on topPottery Barn

You don’t have to sacrifice functionality to get someone on your list a gorgeous kitchen accessory this year. This two-piece monogrammed cutting board set is wholly practical, but also attractive enough to display in a glass-front cabinet.

And for more customized gifts they’re sure to love, This Is the No. 1 Etsy Gift People Want This Year, CEO Says.

Pottery Barn
$60 $36

17 | This Nextbase dash cam

gray dash camBest Buy

The commuter on your list will feel more secure on the road with this highly rated dash cam mounted to their windshield. With 140-degree views and app-enabled controls, it’s as simple to install as it is to use.

Best Buy
$400 $300

18 | This organic eye lift cream

jar of eye cream with silver topAdonia Organics

Have a skincare devotee on your list who seems to already own every product Sephora has to offer? This Adonia Organics Athena 7-Minute Lift Serum will be a welcome addition to their beauty arsenal—it can reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin by more than 83 percent, according to a clinical study.

Adonia Organics
$99 $79

19 | This Disney Arendelle playhouse

castle-themed wooden playhouse with blue topWalmart

Miss a trip to Disney this year? Then get your kids the next best thing: this Arendelle playhouse from KidKraft so adorable they’ll never want to let it go.

Walmart
$350 $250

20 | These copper lobster cufflinks

copper lobster cufflinksPaul Smith

Why would you give someone a set of plain cufflinks when you could get them this charming copper lobster pair instead? Frankly, it seems plain shellfish to do so.

Paul Smith
$150

21 | This ceramic vase

white ceramic vase with lips on itNeiman Marcus

Home decor doesn’t get much more eye-catching than this Jonathan Adler lips vase. Whether it’s set out on their kitchen table or used to display flowers in an entryway, it’s the perfect luxe gift for any tastemaker.

Neiman Marcus
$198 $149

22 | This silver Waterford picture frame

silver picture frameMacy's

While a big family gathering may be out of the question this year, you can get your family members the next best thing: this gorgeous picture frame, complete with a family photo.

Macy’s
$80

23 | This Madame Alexander Sweet Smiles baby doll

baby doll in pink and gray outfit with pink baby bottleAmazon

Have a little one on your list to shop for? This 14-inch weighted Madame Alexander Sweet Smiles doll looks and feels like a real baby and comes with an adorable polka dot bunny outfit and with its own bottle to help with those late-night feedings.

And for some small presents they’ll appreciate, check out these 20 Amazing Stocking Stuffers Under $20 Everyone Will Love.

Amazon
$35

24 | This carved wooden cake stand

wooden cake stand with inlaid designs and cake with blackberries on itAnthropologie

Move over, Bake Off champions. With this cake stand on their counter, your favorite amateur baker will have more than enough incentive to perfect their own sweet treats—and if you’re lucky, they might even share.

Anthropologie
$68

25 | These Bose QuietComfort Bluetooth headphones

black bose headphonesAmazon

Know someone who can't seem to keep their earbuds in place? These over-the-ear noise cancelling headphones from Bose are a stylish alternative that will stay put whether they’re wearing them at their desk or on a jog.

Amazon
$299 $269

26 | This Diptyque vetiver candle

diptyque vetiver candle in front of green background Diptyque

There’s a reason Diptyque candles are the gold standard: they really do smell as good as everyone says. This vetiver candle is a fresh, nature-inspired scent that will perfume the air in any room without becoming overwhelming.

Diptyque
$68

27 | This AeroGarden indoor herb growing kit

aerogarden planter full of herbsBed Bath & Beyond

Your giftee doesn’t need a spot in their local community garden to enjoy cultivating and using their own fresh herbs. With this AeroGarden, they can grow Genovese basil, Thai basil, thyme, curly parsley, mint, and dill right at home.

Bed Bath & Beyond
$150 $100

28 | This boardless skateboard

gray sneakers inside of white motorized wheelsSharper Image

If you have a daredevil on your list, get them this boardless skateboard. While it may take some practice getting used to, once they’ve got the hang of it, they’ll never want to get around another way again.

Sharper Image
$100

29 | This UV phone sanitizer

white UV phone sanitizing casePhoneSoap

Phones are teeming with bacteria on a good day, and during a pandemic, keeping your device clean is more important than ever. With this UV phone sanitizer, your giftee doesn’t have to risk ruining their device with a liquid cleaner—they just pop their phone inside, and moments later, those pathogens are dead as a doornail.

PhoneSoap
$80

30 | This ballerina doll

ballerina doll in pink outfit with purple bagAmazon

The Misty Copeland in training on your list will jeté with joy when they unwrap this adorable 18-inch ballerina doll this holiday season. Not only is it unbelievably lifelike, it comes with an outfit and bag from Capezio, the world’s most famous dance gear company, worn by everyone from Anna Pavlova to Beyoncé.

Amazon
$80 $60

31 | This handheld spice grinder

black spice grinder with three spice podsFinaMill

If your giftee doesn’t feel comfortable going to their favorite restaurant, bring the restaurant experience to them with this handheld spice grinder. With just the touch of a button, this A’Design Award-winning FinaMill device can put fresh pepper on their pasta, mince dried garlic to top their steak, or finely grind flaxseed to sprinkle on their oatmeal.

FinaMill
$48

32 | This cashmere pom pom hat

gray cashmere hat with brown pom pomGarnet Hill

Cold weather gear has never been more chic than this ultra-soft cashmere pom pom hat from Garnet Hill. It's sophisticated, stylish, and warm enough to protect against winter’s worst.

Garnet Hill
$79 $39

33 | This handmade leather duffel bag

brown leather duffel bagEtsy

If there’s one thing we’re hoping for in 2021, it’s the chance to take a real vacation once again. If you’ve got a travel buddy who’s champing at the bit to hop on a plane, make sure they’re traveling in style by gifting them this handsome handmade duffel—it can even be monogrammed for an extra-special touch.

James Leather House via Etsy
$178 $160 and up

34 | This “It was all a dream” sign

green neon sign reading "It was all a dream"Pier 1

The perfect piece of home décor for your favorite hip-hop head does exist (and no, it’s not another framed album cover). This Biggie-inspired neon sign is the perfect complement to any bedroom, home office, or even a real one’s nursery. (And if you don’t know, now you know.)

Pier 1
$190 $140

35 | This tie-dyed hoodie

multicolored tie-dyed hooded sweatshirtSweat Yourself Who says loungewear can’t be luxe? This colorful prism tie-dyed hoodie from Sweat Yourself is super on-trend this season. Better yet, each piece is handmade, meaning every item is as unique as it is gorgeous.
Sweat Yourself
$98

36 | This Frozen 2 dress

green dress with gold sparklesHanna Andersson Dress-up clothes and school clothes don’t have to be mutually exclusive. With this gorgeous Frozen 2 dress from Hanna Andersson, the little one in your life can rep Team Anna all day without looking like they’re gearing up for Halloween.
Hanna Andersson
$<del>80</del>$40

37 | This pearl-studded headband

woman wearing gray headband with pearlsLele Sadoughi

What do you get for the accessory lover who’s already got every kind of jewelry known to man? This pearl-studded headband is a gorgeous statement piece that looks just as amazing at home topping a casual outfit as it does paired with a henley and joggers.

Lele Sadoughi
$150

38 | This personalized kids’ jewelry box

silver jewelry box with ballerina inside and exterior heart reading "Molly"Lenox

If you’re thinking of passing down a few heirloom jewelry pieces to your kids, make sure they’ve got somewhere to put those precious baubles, too. This personalized jewelry box is perfect for kids, but its exterior design is subtle enough that they’re sure to still love it years down the line.

Lenox
$90 $50

39 | These leather Chelsea boots

brown leather chelsea bootsCole Haan

Those beat-up sneakers may be comfortable, but stylish, they’re not. If you’re hoping to help someone you love upgrade their aesthetic this holiday season, these handsome leather Chelsea boots are just the way to do it.

Cole Haan
$320 $120

40 | This Nintendo Switch Lite

yellow nintendo switch lite in boxTarget

Just because the PlayStation 5 is sold out everywhere doesn’t mean you can’t get the gamer on your list a luxe gift they’ll love this year. The Nintendo Switch Lite is the ideal present for anyone whose favorite pastime involves a controller, a TV, and a set of headphones.

Target
$200

41 | This Le Creuset heart cookware set

heart shaped dish with lid, heart shaped open dish, and heart shaped trivet in redLe Creuset

There are few kitchenware companies whose products are as beloved as Le Creuset’s. This holiday season, delight the chef in your life with this adorable heart cookware set, which comes with a heart-shaped lidded cococtte, a heart-shaped stoneware baking dish, and a sweet heart-shaped trivet to rest them on.

Le Creuset
$200

42 | This set of hand-blown crystal glasses

four short glasses with gold rimsAerin

Going to the bar might be out of the question for the time being, but you can bring the party home for someone on your list with these gilded crystal glasses. Whether they’re serving up sea breezes or seltzer, any beverage is sure to look like a million bucks in one of these.

Aerin
$250

43 | This mini wine fridge

12-bottle black wine bottle mini fridge with door openHome Depot

If you’ve got an oenophile on your list, this wine fridge and beverage cooler is guaranteed to make their holiday special. With room for 12 bottles of their beverage of choice, it’s basically an adult advent calendar.

Home Depot
$190

44 | These color-blocked merino wool socks

color blocked wool socks and boxBombas

Gym socks may not be a great gift, but merino wool socks are a thoughtful and surprisingly luxe one. They’ll be proud to show off these color-blocked numbers—and their tootsies will be so comfortable, they’ll wonder why they wasted so much time wearing anything else on their feet.

Bombas
$78

45 | This nitro cold brew coffee maker

hand pouring coffee into glass out of silver deviceUncommon Goods

The best gifts are the ones that are used day in and day out. And there are few gifts that will get more use than this nitro cold brew coffee maker, which can turn their expensive coffee house habit into a fun and affordable at-home hobby in just minutes.

Uncommon Goods
$200

46 | These Stubbs and Wootton skull slippers

black velvet shoes with white skullsNeiman Marcus

Have a fashionista on your list? They’ll fall cranium over calcaneus for these skull flats, which have plenty of edge, but don’t look like costume party fare.

Neiman Marcus
$500 $375

47 | This fort building kit

children building fort with green piecesAmazon

Looking for an amazing gift for little ones that won’t break the bank? This fort-building kit will encourage hours of creative play and helps build stem skills, but will set you back under $40.

Amazon
$38

48 | This Jurassic Park Jeep Wrangler ride-on toy

beige and red ride-on toy that looks like jeepKohl's

Sure, you can’t get your kid a dinosaur for Christmas, but you can get them the next best thing: this Jurassic Park Jeep Wrangler ride-on toy from Fisher Price, because fun, uh, finds a way.

Kohl’s
$300

49 | This riveted brass mirror

round gold mirror on white wallRH Teen Looking for a great gift for someone who’s just moving into a new place? This riveted brass mirror is an elegant, yet edgy addition to any room.
RH Teen
$469

50 | This sequin bomber jacket

young woman wearing black sequin jacket and jeansBanana Republic

Want to give someone a glitzy gift that’s not jewelry? This sequin bomber is the perfect party-ready piece—even if they're just wearing it around the house for the time being.

And for more amazing gifts for that special someone, discover The 50 Best Gifts for Your Wife Under $50.

Banana Republic
$159
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