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- 1 Order by December 18
- 2 Catbird Dollhouse Engravable Gold Heart Locket
- 3 Clé de Peau Beauté Eye Contour Cream Supreme
- 4 Order by December 19
- 5 Chanel Look Sharp Makeup Set
- 6 By Anthropologie The Zodiac Sweatshirt
- 7 Order by December 20
- 8 L’Occitane Shea Butter Citrus Holiday Hand Cream Trio
- 9 La Mer Vibrant Energy Skin Care Set
- 10 Order by December 21
- 11 Ugg Tasman Slipper Clog
- 12 Order by December 22
- 13 Coach Quilted Tabby Shoulder Bag 26
- 14 Order by December 23
- 15 Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
- 16 Gucci GG Silver Stud Earrings
- 17 Tory Burch Kira Diamond Quilt Charm Zip Card Case
- 18 NuFace Mini+ Microcurrent Facial Device Kit
- 19 Dr. Barbara Sturm Winter Skincare Kit
- 20 Dior Lip and Cheek Pink Glow Ritual Set
From Apple Airpods to Coach Bags, they’ll arrive before Christmas.
I pride myself on having holiday gifting down to a science. That being said, every year a week or two before Christmas, I realize that I have forgotten a person (or five). But I am not going into panic mode—because of this unfortunate annual tradition, I have a cheat sheet of places that will deliver gifts on time without sacrificing quality and whimsy. These are 31 gifts that I would buy even if I wasn’t pressed for time and that will arrive before December 25.
Act fast to get gifts like an engravable necklace, Martha Stewart’s eye cream, 2025’s ‘It’ Coach bag, and Airpods in before the December 25 buzzer.
Order by December 18
- For the Tea Lover: Great Jones Great Jones x Fellow EKG Pro Kettle, $195; greatjonesgoods.com Engravable: Catbird Dollhouse Engravable Gold Heart Locket, $188; catbirdnyc.com Geezo Fragrance Candle Warmer Lamp, $42 (Originally $47); amazon.com Martha Stewart’s Go-To: Clé de Peau Beauté Eye Contour Cream Supreme, $247 (Originally $290); saksfifthavenue.com
Catbird Dollhouse Engravable Gold Heart Locket
$188 at Catbirdnyc.com
You know what really says “I totally did not buy this panicked by the realization I hadn’t bought your gift yet?” Anything custom or engraved such as this locket version of Catbird’s editor-approved Dollhouse Necklace.
Order Catbird’s in-stock personalized/engraved jewelry by 12 p.m. EST on December 18 and it will arrive by December 24. The non-custom items can be ordered until December 23, albeit with overnight shipping which may be expensive.
Clé de Peau Beauté Eye Contour Cream Supreme
$290 $247 at Saks Fifth Avenue
This is a doozy: Martha Stewart uses this luxe eye cream every day, it’s on (very, very rare) sale at Saks, is in stock, and will arrive in time for Christmas when ordered by December 18.
It’s the perfect gift for the person complaining about wrinkles or the skin care expert. It reduces fine lines, puffiness, and dark circles. Plus it’s an indulgent daily ritual thanks to the metal applicator.
Order by December 19
- Chanel Look Sharp Makeup Set, $130; chanel.com Comes Gift-Wrapped: Chanel No. 5 L’eau Fragrance Set, $198; chanel.com By Anthropologie The Zodiac Sweatshirt by Catherine O’Sullivan, $88; anthropologie.com By Anthropologie Brushed Woven Plaid Scarf, $58; anthropolgie.com A Great Housewarming Gift: Sinna Set of Four Wine Glasses, $72; anthropologie.com Bubble Frosty Faces Skincare Set, $18; hellobubble.com
Chanel Look Sharp Makeup Set
Buy Now for $130
This checks off all the boxes. First and foremost, everyone is excited to receive literally anything Chanel. Second, you can choose to have it gift-wrapped, and third it comes with a luxe tweed-esque pouch.
The pouch contains a pocket mirror and Chanel’s iconic black mascara and brown eyeliner. It’s an equally suitable gift for the makeup novice as it is for the makeup lover.
By Anthropologie The Zodiac Sweatshirt
$88 at Anthropologie
Even people who don’t really understand the whole horoscope thing (me) appreciate zodiac-themed things. This Anthropologie sweatshirt will, once again, make the point that you did not buy this gift last minute.
It’s also a great gift for those unfortunate souls whose birthdays are overlooked amid Christmas/New Year's celebrations.
Order by December 20
- Sol De Janeiro Cheirosa ‘62 Jet Set Body Care and Fragrance Set, $32; amazon.com On My Editor Wishlist: Gucci GG Silver Stud Earrings, $310; nordstrom.com Everyone Wants (Another) One: Stanley Quencher H2.0 Flowstate 30-Ounce Tumbler, $35; nordstrom.com L’Occitane Shea Butter Citrus Holiday Hand Cream Trio, $33; nordstrom.com La Mer Vibrant Energy Skin Care Set, $420 (Originally $557); nordstrom.com Diptyque Baies Candle, $45; nordstrom.com Tory Burch Kira Diamond Quilt Charm Zip Card Case, $158; toryburch.com Tory Burch Minnie Travel Ballet, $228; toryburch.com A Sculptural Take on Classic Hoops: Jenny Bird Colette Hoop Earrings, $138; jenny-bird.com
L’Occitane Shea Butter Citrus Holiday Hand Cream Trio
$33 at Nordstrom
I can’t think of any other hand cream that has the loyal and fervent fanbase of L’Occitane. My aunt, for example, has one of these mini hand creams in every purse, tote bag, and pocket. Yet every year a restock is on her wishlist.
This colorful limited edition packaging trio is a crowd favorite and will be especially appreciated during the cold and dry winter months.
La Mer Vibrant Energy Skin Care Set
$557 $420 at Nordstrom
Even the most skin care illiterate have not only heard of La Mer, but also know that it’s the most luxurious, expensive, and indulgent stuff out there. This set is perhaps the only way to score a discount on the brand.
Order by December 21
- Warm and Cozy: Ugg Tasman Slipper Clog, $110; urbanoutfitters.com Celebrity-Loved: NuFace Mini+ Microcurrent Facial Device Kit, $175 (Originally $250); amazon.com Failsafe: Apple AirPods 4 Wireless Noise Cancelling Earbuds, $169 (Originally $179); amazon.com Kristin Ess Three-in-One Professional Titanium Hair Straightener, $78 (Originally $95); amazon.com
Ugg Tasman Slipper Clog
$110 at Urban Outfitters
When I was about 10-year-old, I got slippers for Christmas and cried. Now, if you gave me a pair of slippers, especially these Ugg ones I would still cry—but tears of happiness and cozy comfort.
Order by December 22
- On Everyone’s Wishlist: Coach Quilted Tabby Shoulder Bag 26, $550; coach.com Dr. Barbara Sturm Winter Skincare Kit, $280; amazon.com Concrete Collective Sorcerer’s Pendant, $375; catbirdnyc.com Quip 360 Oscillating Rechargeable Electric Toothbrush, $51 (Originally $70); amazon.com
Coach Quilted Tabby Shoulder Bag 26
$550 at Coach.com
My sisters, a cousin, and a friend have all casually mentioned this Coach purse a couple of times. It’s a popular and failsafe gift this holiday season—more than 7,000 people have been eyeing it over the last 24 hours.
It comes in 15 different fabrics and patterns ranging from classic black quilted leather to statement metallic silver.
Order by December 23
- Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask, $24; sephora.com Dior Lip and Cheek Pink Glow Ritual Set, $80; sephora.com Editor-Approved: Prada Beauty Moisturizing Lip Balm, $50; sephora.com
Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask
Buy Now for $24
Sephora is your best option when you’re cutting it close since, in most places around the country, it offers same-day delivery. Laneige’s lip mask is the obvious best purchase; people either have it, love it, and could use another or they’ve heard so much about it and are thrilled to receive it.
Gucci GG Silver Stud Earrings
$310 at Nordstrom
Tory Burch Kira Diamond Quilt Charm Zip Card Case
Buy Now for $158
NuFace Mini+ Microcurrent Facial Device Kit
$250 $175 at Amazon
Dr. Barbara Sturm Winter Skincare Kit
$280 at Amazon
Dior Lip and Cheek Pink Glow Ritual Set
Buy on for $80