Not going to lie—one of my favorite things about the holiday season is gift guides. I enjoy making them and scrolling through them far more than I do actually figuring out what to get people. But I've come to realize that more often than not, I find gifts for my loved ones via a gift guide. Moral of the story: They're effective.
A benefit of shopping for gifts online as opposed to in person is that there are extensive gift sections on practically every retail site. And I spent the better part of a workday scrolling through some of them in hopes that I'd be able to narrow it down to the very best items (tough gig, I know). It was a successful day because I was able to narrow it down to the five most desirable gifts from the likes of Nordstrom, Amazon, Free People, and more. Scroll on to check some items off of your gifting list while there's still plenty of precious time (but not for long).
SHOPBOP
The North Face
1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket
Still reveling in the return of The North Face.
Missoni Home
Jamelia Beach Towel
I'd probably avoid gifting with a swimsuit but not this.
Staud
Bean Shearling Bag
Shearling accessories all day every day.
Kerri Rosenthal
Smiley Baseball Hat
It's a happy hat (literally).
Assouline
Tuscany Marvel Book
Coffee table styling made easy.
Nordstrom
Ugg
Tasman Slippers
Who wouldn't want?
Skims
Velour Long Robe
Kim Kardashian West probably has this in every color.
Le Labo
AnOther 13 Eau de Parfum
This smells heavenly. Trust me.
Nike
Sportswear Long Sleeve Cotton Jersey T-Shirt
If my husband doesn't like this gift, I'm stealing it from him.
Barefoot Dreams
CozyChic Throw Blanket
Might have to buy one for myself, too.
MADEWELL
Printworks
Classic Chess Set
I'm still going through my post
Queen's Gambit chess phase. HBU?
Madewell
Somervell Modern Cable Turtleneck Sweater
Because it's kind of the perfect sweater (and it's currently 30% off with the code OHJOY).
O-Ceramics
Handmade Sunset Rainbow Mug
Morning coffee made happy.
Madewell
(Re)sourced Sherpa Shirt Jacket
Another thing I'd be tempted to steal from my husband.
Madewell
Colorblock Quilted Scuff Slippers in Recycled Faux Fur
Slippers are the perfect gift, hands down.
NET-A-PORTER
On
The Roger Clubhouse Faux Leather, Suede and Mesh Sneakers
On sneakers are likely to be a hot item this holiday season.
Loewe
Ivy Small Scented Candle
It smells as chic as it looks.
Byredo
Rose of No Man's Land Hand Cream
They'll never lose their hand cream in their bag again.
Completedworks
Fold Gold-Tone Dish
This is so pretty I probably wouldn't even fill it with anything.
Roxanne Assoulin
On The Brite Side Jigsaw Puzzle
A fashion person's puzzle if I ever saw one.
AMAZON
Shalac
Large Hair Claw Clips
Perfect stocking stuffer, found.
Just Play
Qai Qai Doll by Serena Williams
This adorable little doll has a massive IG following of her own (as she should).
Babeyond
1920s Flapper Handbag
Your BFF will surely ship.
Sony
PS-LX310BT Belt Drive Turntable
This modern record player is sure to make the recipient very happy.
Butaby
Rectangle Sunglasses
Don't these look way more expensive than $11?
FREE PEOPLE
Free People
Checkers Carry On Scarf Set
I'm tempted to just give this to everyone on my list.
Free People
Bonfire Cardi
A cute cardigan is always a good idea.
Birkenstock
Boston Shearling Clogs
I wear these multiple times a week. How's that for an endorsement?
Thrills
Aalto Socks 2 pack
Yet another thing I might also have to buy for myself.
Free People
Duvet Bomber Jacket
The 2021 version of the bomber jacket.
NEIMAN MARCUS
Alameda Turquesa
Pinctada Pearly Suede Mule Slippers
Eva Chen recently wore these, and now I'm convinced.
Burberry
Vintage Check Puffer Short Jacket
Puffer goals.
Gucci
Oversized Rectangle Acetate Sunglasses
For the logo lovers in your life.
Taschen
Sneaker Freaker: The Ultimate Sneaker Book
I think we all know someone who would love this.
Lexon
Nomaday Flash Key Ring
Everyone needs a little light sometimes. Literally.
SEPHORA
Shani Darden
Age-Defying Retinol Set
This is the same price as just the Retinol Reform, so it's definitely a smart buy.
Sephora Favorites
Holiday Cologne Sampler Set
In case you don't want to be forced to choose what scent they'll like yourself.
Allyson is a senior editor forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.