The Best Presents of 2025

17 Ways To Treat *Yourself* This Holiday Season

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Mel Haasch

Spoiling yourself shouldn’t be an afterthought.

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Quick quiz: Make a list of everyone you love. Kids, partner, friends, pets…maybe even that barista who somehow remembers your order before you do. How long did it take you to notice you left yourself off the list?

The holidays are a season of giving, but let’s be honest: Most of us spend December running around making sure everyone else is happy, cozy, and fed — while forgetting the one person who’s doing it all. This year, flip the script. Treating yourself shouldn’t be an afterthought; it’s essential. Whether it’s a little luxury, a long-overdue upgrade, or something sentimental, putting yourself first recharges you for the year ahead. Think of it as holiday survival gear — a happier, calmer you means a merrier, brighter season for everyone else, too.

Sip that cocoa, cozy up in that blanket, or finally snag that gadget you’ve been eyeing. You’ve most definitely earned it.

For more holiday gift ideas, visit our complete 2025 guide.

The Best Gifts for Yourself 2025

Nordstrom Darian Water Resistant Boots

Nordstrom

Richly grained leather meets a chunky lug sole to create a Chelsea boot that balances sophistication with a rugged flair. Water-resistant and thoughtfully constructed, these slip-ons feature elastic insets, so you won’t ever have to worry about laces. The silhouette remains classic, but the utilitarian sole gives them a contemporary edge — so you can wear them while on city streets or during country escapes.

$130 at Nordstrom

Skinceuticals CE Ferulic Serum

Dermstore

There’s nothing wrong with drugstore skincare, but sometimes, you really do get what you pay for. The high price on this serum is initially shocking, but several of our staff members swear by it for brightening dark spots, firming skin, and smoothing fine lines. It’s lightweight and never greasy, and leaves the complexion radiant and resilient.

$185 at Dermstore

Loewe Tomato Leaves Hand Soap

Neiman Marcus

Transform your clean-up routine into a sensory escape with Loewe’s Tomato Leaves liquid soap. Hand soap may not seem like the sexiest gift, but trust us, this sun-kissed aroma of tomato vines conjures up afternoons in Italy, while aloe vera and jojoba oil nourish and hydrate skin. The lush lather leaves behind a scent that won’t overwhelm, but will leave everyone around you feeling like they just strolled through a garden full of ripe produce.

$85 at Neiman Marcus

Soft Services Theraplush Hand Treatment

Soft Services

Give your hands much-needed beauty rest with Theraplush’s nourishing retinol treatment. While you sleep, it restores skin, soothes cuticles, and strengthens nails. The refillable case is designed to stay put on your nightstand, ready to quietly do its thing while you dream.

$62 at Soft Services

Quince Luggage Set

Quince

Travel shouldn’t feel like a workout, so ditch your decades-old wheelie bag with the busted zipper, and your back will thank you. This under-$300 hardcase luggage set includes a check-in and carry-on; they’re both armored in tough polycarbonate, and glide on wheels so smooth, you’ll forget what “lugging” even means. Pack freely, roll effortlessly, and actually enjoy getting to your gate.

$290 at Quince

Calpak Luca Duffel

Calpak

Tired of cramming your personal item into the overhead every time you fly? Meet your new travel sidekick. This spacious duffel tackles everything from gym sessions to overnight trips, complete with a clever shoe compartment that keeps dirty soles out of sight. Roomy yet sleek enough to slide under a plane seat, it turns packing into a breeze. Bonus: Add a $25 monogram to make it harder for strangers to accidentally swipe it at baggage claim.

$110 at Calpak

Carbon38 Wide Leg Track Pants

Carbon38

Thankfully athleisure isn’t going anywhere, but we have noticed that all our favorite fashion influencers are swapping their leggings for wide-leg track pants. Pair this scuba style with loafers for a polish look, or don your favorite sneakers for a sporty yet intentional feel.

$178 at Carbon38

Lettuce Grow Counterstand Set

Lettuce Grow

Who says fresh basil is only for summer? This compact indoor garden kit makes it easy to grow vibrant herbs year-round, even in the smallest (or darkest, since it comes with a grow light) kitchen. Ideal for the culinary enthusiast or design-minded plant lover, it brings both flavor and an earthy elegance to any countertop.

$99+ at Lettuce Grow

West and Willow Pet Portrait Sweatshirt

West and Willow

If your pet is your entire personality, have no shame: we feel you. Because we love our four-legged friends so much, we’ll be giving ourselves a cozy sweatshirt with their face embroidered on it, for those times when in-person cuddles aren’t an option. There are six different sweatshirt colors to choose from, and you can opt for a full-color portrait or a simpler line drawing, if you prefer something more abstract.

$99 at West and Willow

Anthropologie Clara Bow Vase

Anthropologie

This frosted stoneware vase transforms any bouquet into a statement piece. Its handpainted silhouette adds a sculptural touch to your space, turning fresh flowers — or even dried arrangements — into an artful display. Subtle yet distinctive, it brings personality and elegance to any tabletop, mantel, or windowsill. Buy yourself a fresh bouquet for it, just for fun.

$34+ at Anthropologie

Aerosoles Fawne Faux Suede Pull On Bootie

Aerosoles

Go ahead and give your toes a toasty treat this winter. These pull-on booties feel like slippers, thanks to the faux shearling, but the brand’s Ortholite Aerofly molded insole performs like a sneaker, thanks to the Diamond Flex outsole. You get reliable traction and warm snuggles all in one.

$99 at aerosoles

Shark Wandvac

Amazon

Say goodbye to corners full of chaos: A compact, cordless, and strong handvac can make every crumb vanish like magic, which means you spend less time cleaning and more time relaxing. Need more convincing — with some star power? Jennifer Garner says she uses one to suck up spilled flour and spices in her kitchen. And because it’s cordless, you can take it out to your car or anywhere in the house, for easy tidying.

$100 at Amazon

Clarks Lauryl Step Loafers

Clarks

Lug-sole loafers had their moment a while ago, but the classic silhouette is now back in the spotlight. An olive green hue and sparkle on the vamp set these apart from your traditional penny loafer, but they have the same Clarks comfort you know and love. An extra-cushy insole offers support where you need it, without looking orthopedic.

$80 at Clarks

Christmas Cactus

The Sill

Winter doesn’t have to be gray, and this greenery proves that. Hardy enough for even the “black-thumbed,” a Christmas cactus requires minimal care but shows off bursts of bright blooms while most other plants are dormant. A cheery plant that punches well above its weight, it’s a gift that keeps on giving.

$49+ at The Sill

Johnny Was Laurel Canyon Cozy Blanket

Johnny Was

If you’re in love with the cottage-core aesthetic, this blanket is made for you. One side is cozy plaid, while the other features a moody floral print, so you get the best of both worlds. It’ll look great thrown over the couch, and even better wrapped around your shoulders.

$238 at Johnny Was

Trashy Goods Lazy Susan

Trashy Goods

Katie loves any sort of kitchen tool, but this one takes the cake (or the charcuterie, or the side dishes…), since it’s made entirely from recycled materials. Trashy Goods takes items like fabric scraps, plastic, and discarded fishing nets, and transforms them into stunning products like this handy Lazy Susan — which will eliminate all that disruptive reaching and passing during your dinner parties. No two pieces look the same, due the use of reclaimed materials, so each one is unique.

$195 at Trashy Goods

Anthropologie Trinket Box

Anthropologie

You can never have too many little dishes, especially when they’re this charming. Perfect for corralling jewelry, keys, or the random odds and ends that always seem to wander onto your dresser, these hand-painted gems do it all. At under $20, they’re the kind of whimsical find you’ll end up placing in all corners of your home.

$18 at Anthropologie

For more holiday gift ideas, visit our complete 2025 guide.