From highly covetable beauty sets to useful tech gadgets, there are plenty of last-minute gifts you can scoop up with just days to spare. (Yes, really.) Whether you turn to Amazon Prime's famous two-day shipping or coordinate an in-store pickup at your nearest Target, Nordstrom, or another of your favorite retailers, you shouldn't have a problem finding a last-minute gem for one — or several — people left on your to-do list.
Ahead, you'll find some exciting ideas that will impress everyone from wine drinkers to homebodies, beauty lovers, and the list goes on. The knit blanket and Pura diffuser will be an absolute hit for your friend who prefers a Netflix binge to going out, while the belt bag, hair straightener, and Nuuly subscription will feel at home with the person who always has plans on their agenda. These gifts won't cost you over $100, and no one will know you bought at the last minute.
Everyone's buzzing about the Pura Smart Home Fragrance Device Starter Pack ($70), and for good reason. If you know someone who loves receiving candles as gifts or who has pets and is looking for a way to keep their home smelling fresh, this would make a great present. It's "best for the person who is obsessed with premium home fragrances, prioritizes using nontoxic ingredients, and appreciates the convenience of controlling everything from their phone," writes our editor. Read her comprehensive review of the Pura Smart Home Fragrance Device Starter Pack.
Holiday hack: Amazon Prime at least one Laneige Hydrate and Snooze Gift Set ($30) because it'll come in handy when you need a last-minute gift for someone. After all, everyone loves these lippies, including a former editor who said the berry lip mask "made my lips look fuller and feel softer after just a couple hours of wearing it." Read her complete review of the Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask.
You can never go wrong with gifting a loved one a luxury candle like the LAFCO New York House & Home Candle ($70). The NYC-based brand's candles come in so many luxurious scents and the glass-blown jar is home decor in its own right.
Run, don't walk to get the Our Place Always Pan Set ($95, originally $145) for the trend-loving foodie in your life while it's on sale for under $100. It's discounted in every color. For more on why they'll love it, read our review of the Our Place Always Pan Set.
A former editor of ours wore the JW PEI Women's Mini Flap Crossbody ($80) on repeat and deemed it her "go-to bag." It comes in more than ten different colors, so you can Amazon-Prime the one that you think suits your loved one's style best. Check out her complete review of the JW PEI Women's Mini Flap Crossbody.
You can't beat the price of the La Mer The Glowing Renewal Collection Set ($95), valued at $187. It contains the luxury brand's Treatment Lotion, Regenerating Serum, Renewal Oil, Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream, and a cosmetics bag.
Level up their beauty routine with the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm ($66), which a contributor of ours says "is the next best thing to a daily facial." Find out why she's so obsessed via her review of the Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm.
If she loves all things fashion, consider gifting them a Nuuly 1-Month Subscription ($88). They'll be able to rent six pieces for the month from over 15,000 (!) styles and more than 300 brands.
They'll be overjoyed to receive the Prada Paradoxe Eau de Parfum ($87), an intoxicating floral-amber scent they'll love spritzing on morning and evening. Not to mention, the packaging is so cool.
The UGG Aarti Faux Shearling Hooded Robe ($98) is cut from plush faux shearling they'll never want to take off. Choose from five colors for your special someone.
If she's a Skims fan or has been anxiously waiting to try the brand, she'll go wild for the Skims Lounge Ribbed Long Sleeve Maxi Dress ($88), which is essentially the long-sleeve version of the TikTok-famous spaghetti strap version. It comes in a total of nine colors.
A blanket makes the perfect gift, especially a neutral-colored one like the Casaluna Chunky Knit Bed Blanket ($59). The ivory hue coordinates with any decor or color palette while adding tangible texture to their space.
The Vinglacé Wine & Champagne Chiller ($90) keeps a bottle of wine or bubbly perfectly chilled for hours. This is a genius gift for frequent entertainers.
For a fun and effective way to get their mind working in the morning, they can try writing in The Five-Minute Journal ($29). If they like to set daily intentions, it'll make them that much more excited to tackle them. Plus, it's a great way to practice gratitude. To learn more about it, check out our editor's review of The Five-Minute Journal.
If they have yet to invest in a blow-dry brush, you might just change their life by gifting them the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler ($38, originally $50). One of our editors put it to the test last year and said, " I mean every word when I say the flat brush allows me to blow-dry my hair in record time." Check out her complete review of the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Styler.
Consider this your sign to scoop up the cozy Lululemon Everywhere Fleece Belt Bag ($58) while it's still in stock. If you're new to the Lulu Belt Bag craze, they're no stranger to selling out. Check out our editor's review of the original Everywhere Belt Bag.
These Bala Bangles (Set of 2) ($40, originally $49) will intensify their workouts, be it a walk or a yoga session. They come in pink (pictured here), black, and gray. For more information, check out our editor's review of the Bala Bangles.
We found the perfect gift for expresso martini enthusiasts. Enter the PJ Salvage Long Sleeve Cotton Flannel Pajamas & Headband Set ($72). The fact that it comes with a matching headband is the cutest thing ever.
The Kristin Ess 3-In-One Titanium Flat Iron Hair Straightener ($90) is a great gift for that friend who's been using the same straightener for over a decade. You can use this one to create a variety of styles, from sleek straight strands to waves and polished curls.
Help them step up their cheese board game with this special Cheese Board Set ($61, originally $70). It comes with four bowls and four knives to hold and slice all kinds of cheese and charcuterie.