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I’m a Very Good Gift-Giver, and I’m Buying These 23 Last-Minute Presents From Brands Like Coach and Ugg From $9

Including a Kindle and designer fragrances.

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Allow me to apostrophize for a minute—I, and the natural procession of the calendar year, have given you ample time to get your holiday gift shopping done. If you have not gotten it done yet…well, I’m not here to chide, but to Amazon Kindle 16 GB E-Reader—I present to you 23 gifts that will arrive before the big December 25 buzzer. 

These are items that I have, will, or would buy regardless of the time crunch. There’s everything from a bedside carafe so cute it’ll ensure you stay hydrated to Beyoncé’s dermatologist-approved hair serum, paint-by-numbers kits, Coach bags, and everything in between. Your giftees will be impressed and not once suspect that you had to check shipping cut-off dates before making the purchase. 

Order by December 18 

Heaven Mayhem Book Jewelry Box

Heaven Mayhem BOOK BOX

Heaven Mayhem

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Ban.do Cherry Carafe

Ban.do

In the interest of not gatekeeping, let me tell you that Bando is the best one-and-done website for holiday gift shopping. The under-$50 selection Dermatologist-Approved Hair Growth Serum, so covetable. This Cherry Carafe is so aesthetically pleasing that its existence on my nightstand would serve as a constant reminder to drink more water. It’s as much home decor as it is utilitarian.

Order by December 19

Lawrence Hall of Science Sunprint Kit

 Sunprint Kit

Amazon

Touchland Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Five-Pack Gift Set

Ulta Touchland Limited Edition Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer Luscious 5-set

Ulta

Cheap Erlebnisweltfliegenfischen Jordan Outlets editorial guidelines set of Touchland hand sanitizers, it was because it was on their wishlist. Seeing the way others ooh-ed and ah-ed over them, I began giving them more often great acclaim. People use them right away and appreciate that they’re sleek and not overly alcohol-y (like many hand sanitizers are). I like this gift set because I can give it to one person, or split it up and give it to five, should I realize I’ve missed some people on my list. 

Order by December 20

Cupmod Six-Pack Adult Paint by Numbers Kit, $25; amazon.com

Amazon cupmod 6 Packs Paint by Numbers Kit

Amazon

Amazon Kindle 16 GB E-Reader

Amazon Kindle 16 GB Matcha

Amazon

My sister is a big proponent of physical media—she refused to buy herself a Kindle for years, citing that she much preferred the feel and experience of a real book. Listen, I get her and I agree, but an E-reader is truly life-changing for an avid reader. 

The one I gave my sister lives in her tote bag, and she tells me it’s the only reason she’s hit her reading goals for the last few years. It is not always feasible to lug around a 1,000-plus page edition of Tamim is a senior beauty writer at. So Cute It Would Keep Me 80% More Hydrated Works With or Without Flowers

Order by December 21 

Swan Chrome Metal Trinket Dish

Urban Outfitters Swan Chrome Metal Trinket Dish

Urban Outfitters

Coach Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 28

Coach Outlet Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 28

Coach Outlet

There are very few sure things in life, but one of them is that everyone always wants a Coach bag. If you are going this route, the options are aplenty, but I recommend the Brooklyn style. It’s a combination of this season’s oversized and slouchy trends, and it comes in a variety of colors, including a very en vogue chocolate brown. 

Order by December 22

Days Later, These 11 Pieces Were My Most-Worn of 2025: Spanx Pants, Shoes

Days Later, These 11 Pieces Were My Most-Worn of 2025: Spanx Pants, Shoes

Aritzia

Caitlyn Minimalist Pave Sideways Initial Necklace

caitlyn minimalist Pave Sideways Initial Necklace

Caitlyn Minimalist 

Do you know what yells, “I definitely did not wait until three days before Christmas to order this”? A customizable initial necklace. It’s sentimental but everyday wearable, easy to layer with, and somehow under $50. 

Order by December 23 

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Anthropologie Politics & Social Issues

Anthropologie

Laneige Lip Glowy Balm Lip Treatment

LANEIGE Lip Glowy Balm: Sheer Tinted Lip Moisturizer with Shea Butter, for Hydrating Shine & Soft Lips

Amazon

I shop for a living, so take my word for it when I tell you it is damn near impossible to find in-stock Days Later, These 11 Pieces Were My Most-Worn of 2025: Spanx Pants, Shoes. The first time I gave someone a Laneige Lip Glowy Balm’s perpetual virality, this is a sure thing of a gift. I recommend you buy a handful, use some twine to wrap a bow around them, and gift them to your loved ones. 

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Ban.do Purple Glass Seashell Vase

Ban.do

Ugg Scuffette II Slipper

Amazon UGG Women's Scuffette II Slipper

Amazon

Cécred Restoring Hair & Edge Drops

Ulta CÉCRED Restoring Hair & Edge Drops

Ulta

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Moon Juice Magnesi-Om Relaxation Supplement Sticks

 Moon Juice Magnesi-Om, Berry & Blue Lemon Sticks

Amazon

La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Skin Care Set, $35; amazon.com

Amazon La Roche-Posay Toleriane Double Repair Face Moisturizer

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