Very Last-Minute Presents to Please Even the Pickiest Person
These modern-meet-classic gifts will impress long after the decorations come down.


Even if you're scrambling for last-minute holiday gifts, we’ve got you covered with options beyond the usual suspects—perfect for the most complex person on your list. This guide is for style-savvy tastemakers with a discerning eye and jewelry lovers who know their cabochons from their brilliant cuts. It includes the latest waitlisted designer It bag and luxe cozy essentials that will turn even a well-heeled traveler into a homebody. These thoughtful, fashion-editor-vetted gifts will continue to impact long after the festivities wind down.
For the design lover who appreciates the art of living, gift design-infused pieces that blend fashion and artistry. Think quirky, animal-inspired, and sometimes emotionally supportive bean chairs from Bottega Veneta to sleek, sculptural glass candlesticks.
If the person you're shopping for has a talent for bringing people together—complete with perfectly roasted chicken and expertly crafted martinis—these gifts, like luxe bathroom soaps and whimsical decanters, will guarantee you a coveted spot at the next gathering.
Dazzle a discerning eye who knows the nuances between carat weight and cut—and ensure you’ll always be in their good graces with these timeless trinkets.
For that friend or family member who always plans an impromptu trip to Paris or some other enviable destination, a beautifully crafted bag or jet setting accessory is the stylish travel companion that truly keeps on giving.
For the person who cherishes quiet nights or the homebody who lives for an early bedtime, treat them to chic creature comforts like ultra-soft cashmere pajamas, shearling-lined slippers, and luxe candles to enhance their hibernation.
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Sara Holzman is the Style Director at Marie Claire, where she has worked in various roles to ensure the brand's fashion content continues to inform, inspire, and shape the conversation around fashion's ever-evolving landscape. A Missouri School of Journalism graduate, she previously held fashion posts at Condé Nast’s Lucky and Self and covered style and travel for Equinox’s Furthermore blog. Over a decade in the industry, she’s guided shoots with top photographers and stylists from concept to cover. Based in NYC, Sara spends off-duty hours running, browsing the farmer's market, making a roast chicken, and hanging with her husband, dog, and cat. Find her on Instagram at @sarajonewyork.
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