What Our Editors Are Wrapping up This Holiday Season

“This year I decided to refresh my travel accessories and the Calpak Luka Duffel quickly became my favorite. It’s stylish, lightweight, and has all the pockets you need for a weekend getaway. It’s a great gift for someone who travels often or just wants a chic, functional bag to carry everything they need with ease.” – Victoria Bellucci, Senior Account Manager

“Whoever decided that socks are a bad gift should be exiled to the furthest reaches of this earth — because no one has ever told me they wished they had fewer high-quality pairs in their drawer. We usually don’t buy ourselves anything other than whatever’s cheapest and ‘good enough’ for everyday use, so socks made from a luxurious material like cashmere and merino wool feel like a real treat. These ones from Bombas are incredibly soft without being bulky, and they’re a great way to incorporate color into an otherwise bland outfit. I have the red pair, and I love letting them peek out of loafers and boots.” – Katie Pittman, Commerce Editor

“I’m going to be gifting my bestie this elegant set of four wine glasses. I feel like fancy glassware is so gorgeous and much admired by all, but is also something that people rarely buy for themselves. I love the eye-catching color of the glasses alongside the unique, short shape.” – Diana Valenzeula, Assistant Editor

“This mini set packs Laneige’s most iconic hydrators, so everyone can keep their skin soft and dewy no matter where life takes them. It’s perfect for jet-setters, skincare lovers, or a friend who’s always borrowing your Water Bank Cream Moisturizer. Cute, travel-sized, and totally pampering — it’s self-care that fits in a carry-on.” – Becca Sweredoski, Senior Account Manager

“If you never know what to get for kids at different ages, Lovevery basically does the work for you. Their products are designed by child development experts to be exactly what little ones need at each stage made (mostly) with high-quality materials, like natural wood. I’m so excited to give their Play Gym to friends who are expecting. It’s well-made, works from 0- to 12 months, and is something new parents will actually use and love.” – Alaina Mancini, Managing Editor

“For me, the holidays are all about cozy, carefree moments with family — and nothing complements that better than a luxurious set of pajamas. Eberjey’s holiday collection is always a standout, but this year, their red-pinstriped PJs are my top pick. The classic design is festive without being over the top, making them just as perfect for post-holiday lounging as they are for Christmas morning.” — Alaina Mancini

“Finding a unique gift your loved one will actually use can feel like searching for the Holy Grail — so just call me King Arthur, I guess. This crewneck is fashionable and uber-soft. The best part? Marine Layer just introduced customization options, from fun and funky patches to elegant embroidered text of your choosing.” – Sara Levine, Managing Editor

“I just bought these pants for myself and I will definitely be buying them for my mom for Christmas. They’re so comfortable and perfect for work, running errands, or getting drinks with friends.” – Adriana Fazio, Producer

“To say I love this candle is an understatement — my entire family calls it ‘that candle Emily is obsessed with.’ It’s got sort of a forest campfire scent — it’s not too sweet or feminine, but will make your home smell like an expensive hotel. It’s also an incredibly soothing scent, and although I’d say it’s most appropriate for winter I burn them year-round. I’ve gifted this to many friends, and have noticed every one of them actually uses it in their home.” Emily Pinto, Senior Producer

“I just moved into a new apartment and bought this vase for myself. It’s inexpensive but still looks so chic and modern. Since it’s fairly minimalist, it would look good in anyone’s home, and if you’re feeling extra generous you can add some of the brand’s faux plants to the gift to complete the look.” – Emily Pinto

“This gift is perfect for the friend who’s always fashionably late — emphasis on fashionably. The BREDA Jane is a timeless watch with a modern twist. It’s simple, elegant, and just the right amount of different to stand out. I love the chic oval shape and real mother-of-pearl face that gives it that quiet luxury feel. Keep it classic in gold or silver, or add personality with face colors like sage green or black. Give it to anyone who loves something classic but never boring.” – Sam Donsky, Audience Development Manager

“I’m gifting the Ember Mug to some of my loved ones, and here’s why: My best friend spends his whole day reheating the same cup of coffee, and my parents just rebrew a new pot when theirs gets cold. I want to stop the madness with help from this smart mug. The Ember Mug doesn’t just keep your cup warm, it lets you set an exact drinking temperature. It’s the official end to constant microwave trips, and if you’re feeling sentimental, you can personalize it with a name or message.” – Danny Feekes, VP, Affiliate Commerce

“I’m going to be giving my husband the gift of decent rest. We have an older model of Hatch that our toddler daughter uses, and we love the ease of use with this white noise machine that does it all. He’ll be able to set an established, phone alarm-free wakeup and rise to the Hatch’s slowly brightening sunrise function instead. So, yes, as you might have gathered — since my husband and I share a sleeping space — this is a secret, sneaky gift for myself, too.” – Diana Valenzeula

“Everyone who’s ever interacted with me knows I’m obsessed with my little menace, Olive, and after countless trips together, I decided her travel carrier deserved an upgrade. This one from Little Beast delivers: it’s stylish, the padded straps save my aching shoulders from her 17-pound frame, and the cozy interior has earned her stamp of approval (she even naps in it at home). Thoughtful details, like interior pockets for treats and a safety hook that actually lets her move comfortably, make it a travel must. Tens across the board.” – Katie Pittman

“OK, hear me out. I said, hear me OUT. Many of my most-beloved family and friends use retainers or nightguards while they’re sleeping, and many of them are also cleaning said retainers via janky methods like soaking them in glasses of hydrogen peroxide. This isn’t glamorous or even particularly holiday-oriented, but I am in love with my retainer cleaner, which jostles out all the germs/cooties via sound waves and LED lights, leaving your nightguard spic and span. I’ve given it as a gift before and I’ll do it again, since nothing says ‘I care about your health’ like the gift of good oral hygiene.” – Molly Simms, Editorial Director

“My go-to gift this year is the Mediheal Collagen Essential Face Mask Set, a Korean beauty favorite that delivers an instant spa moment at home.  Each biodegradable mask is packed with 3x the collagen actives, leaving skin noticeably firmer, plumper, and glowing after just one use.  I love that it’s not only incredibly effective, but also sustainably made, vegan, eco-friendly, and even printed with soy ink, making it a thoughtful — and selfie-ready! — treat for anyone who deserves a little glow-up.” – Emily Creedon, Director, Account Management

“Do you have true-crime loving besties? If so, you’ll want to get their hands on this recent release from author Antony Johnston. But take note: it’s not a traditional book. Instead, it’s an interactive adventure that allows them to interview the suspects and decide who to accuse as the prime suspect. It’s like a classic Choose Your Own Adventure tale, but with a murder-y twist.” – Danny Feekes, VP, Affiliate Commerce