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Welcome, weary gift-giver. The best last-minute gifts can bail you out of a sticky, “I kinda forgot about you” situation, just when you thought you had a present for everyone on your list. And when you get it right, it’ll seem like you’ve been mulling over this idea for months, not mere hours. While Amazon gifts are your best bet for possible next-day delivery, stores like Nordstrom and Walmart also offer competitive shipping and the ability to buy online and pick up in-store.
Fabulous gifts for women at the bottom of your nice list, presents for boyfriends who swore they didn’t want anything this year, Secret Santa ideas for the office party you forgot about, even personalized gifts for the relatives who sent late RSVPs—these thoughtful last-minute ideas are here to help. If you’re out of physical options, don’t sweat it: Subscriptions and digital gift cards make great last-minute Christmas gifts, and our editors have shared their favorites below.
From cheap gifts that only look expensive to gameday additions for your wife or husband, these are the best last-minute gifts that’ll bring the cheer this holiday season—procrastination notwithstanding.
The best last-minute gift ideas, at a glanceBest Gift for Her: Ugg Scuffette II Slippers, $95Best Gift for Him: Ember Mug 2, $89Best Personalized Gift: Mevecco Constellation Necklace, $14Most Thoughtful Gift: The Three Question Journal, $30Best Gift for Teens: Wepvo Portable Projector, $60Best Tech Gift: AirPods Pro 2, $249 $170Best Beauty Gift: Sol de Janeiro Jet Set, $32Best Wellness Gift: Theragun Prime Massage Gun, $299Best Under $100: Fujifilm Instax Mini 40 Instant Camera, $96Best Under $50: Nodpod Sleep Mask, $34What are the Christmas 2024 shipping deadlines?
Plenty of brands will be able to guarantee delivery if you order at least a week before December 25, which is both Christmas and the first day of Hanukkah—but things get a little more complicated once you pass that threshold.
Amazon: Amazon offers a variety of shipping options, including possible same-day delivery up until December 24. Prime members can score free one-day shipping on many orders by December 23, but only on select purchases in approved areas.
Nordstrom: Last year, gifts from Nordstrom had to be ordered by December 18 with standard shipping or December 19 with two-day shipping to arrive on time. Right now, the retailer is labeling products online if they’ll arrive before December 25. Certain zip codes also have same-day delivery, and you can also purchase many products online with next- or same-day pickup in your closest store.
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Ugg Scuffette II Slippers
Ugg slippers are among the trendiest (and most popular) gifts this year. Everyone could use a pair of shearling-lined beauties like these, especially when it’s cold out. And thanks to Nordstrom and Amazon, they’re still giftable in the 11th hour.
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Nodpod Sleep Mask
Holiday stress is real, so help them achieve deeper, quicker sleep with this weighted eye mask that’ll soothe the wearer off to dreamland. What’s a better gift than proper rest?
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Apple AirPods Pro 2
It’s not too late to finally upgrade your mom to airpods. Sure, they’re a bit of a splurge, but that will only make it seem like you didn’t wait until the last minute to make the call.
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Mevecco Constellation Necklace
For the one who simply can’t stop blaming the sun, moon, and stars for everything that’s happening in their lives, this astrological necklace is a winner.
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Lego Wildflowers Kit
This gift may be last-minute but its effects have staying power, from the joy of putting together Legos like a kid to the long-lasting floral arrangement they can keep forever.
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Burt’s Bees Essential Kit
Can you believe that this five-piece skin care set is under $20? Buy them a nice Burt’s Bees gift basket for hydrated skin, lips, and hands all winter long.
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Wepvo Portable Projector
Who wouldn’t want to turn an empty wall into an at-home movie theater? You can do that with this tiny but mighty portable projector. Just add popcorn to complete your gift.
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Our Place Always Pan 2.0
You might have seen this Insta-famous pan on your feed—meaning your giftee has, too. With 10-plus functions (including frying, steaming, roasting, and baking), plus a handy spoon rest, oven-safe design, and gorgeous color, it will make an excellent gift for any home chef.
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Nekteck Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager
With tens of thousands of five-star reviews and counting, this heated neck massager has a serious following. It heats up to help ease knots in the neck and shoulder area, and the price can’t be beat for some serious self-care.
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Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
Whoever on your list deserves the most luxurious gift will appreciate the Dyson Supersonic, one of our editors’ absolute favorite hair dryers. This chic, sleek hair tool dries hair quickly and effectively while simply being a gorgeous addition to any hair-care arsenal.
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Spade to Fork Herb Garden Kit
DIY-ers and foodies will love this herb-growing kit, which comes with all the supplies they’ll need to sprout thyme, basil, parsley, sage, and cilantro on their kitchen windowsill.
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JBL Flip 6 Bluetooth Speaker
A Bluetooth speaker is practically a necessity these days, making it a great gift for anyone who has a playlist for literally every situation.
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Therabody Theragun Mini
Whether they’re tense by nature or need some help cooling down after the gym, consider getting them a super-popular Theragun massager. This portable gadget includes a variety of foam attachments—perfect for targeting the smallest (or biggest) of knots.
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We’re Not Really Strangers
A card game that really lets you get intimate with friends or your partner, this deck has thoughtful prompts like, “What about me most surprised you?” and “What lessons took you the longest to learn?” Pick this up if you want to have a really fun night of reflective conversation.
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MasterClass Annual Membership
For a streaming service that’s a little more enriching than Netflix, go with MasterClass. Each gift recipient will get unlimited access to dozens of courses taught by some of the most famous names around, from Steve Martin to Mariah Carey to Anna Wintour. This tier includes two devices and offline streaming.
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GrowlerWerks uKeg Carbonated Growler
For the stout and ale lovers—think DIY dads and husbands with dreams of starting a microbrewery—this beer growler is great for storing fresh cold beer. The easy-to-use device is great for filling up a glass or pint when friends are over.
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