If you, too, have just realized that Christmas is very much upon us, welcome. This is a judgment-free zone for the well-intentioned, slightly behind, still hopeful among us. Consider this a tidy little roundup of thoughtful, last-minute gift ideas—for him and her—that feel intentional, even if today’s calendar says otherwise…
Gifts for Her:
Travel gifts:
Expandable carry-on:I got this before my trip to Paris and it’s such a great piece of luggage, at such a great price.
Packing Cubes: these are so great, and make packing so much more organized.
Cadence Capsules: These things are complete magic. Magnetic and the perfect size. She’ll love them.
Cadence Parcel Bag: I love this brand (can you tell?) These bags are so cool. Perfect for the travel girly.
Bose Headphones: These are as comfortable as they are beautiful, and the sound is unreal.
Beauty Gifts:
Summer Friday eye patches: these are so fun for a stocking stuffer.
Wonderskin lip stain: I use this lip stain every day. It’s so great. (I wear the color lovely).
Elemis It-List kit: every product is so good, but the pads are my favorite.
Talova lip balm: This stuff is magic for dry lips. Perfect stocking stuffer.
Rosie Jane Dulce Perfume: This perfume is so lovely, vanilla with just a touch of brown sugar and woodsy to keep from getting too sweet.
Closet Gifts:
Woven sling bag: I wear this beauty every single day. It’s the best.
Gola Sneakers: I am obsessed with these, ordered some for myself…
Demi Huggie Hoops: I wear these everyday. They’re my favorite earrings.
Electric Picks Solitaire Necklace: I’m basic with my jewelry and I wear this everyday.
Piglet in Bed Pajamas: I have these PJ’s and they’re so pretty and so comfortable.
Cashmere Cardigan: I own 3 of these, fantastic. I wear them constantly during the winter months.
Cotton Cashmere sweater: I own 2 of these. I love these sweaters and they’re under $30.
Ribbed Henley: This is such a great little top. (I size up 1 size). Under $20, great basic.
Kitchen Gifts:
Kitchenaid Mixer: This is the MVP of my kitchen. I’ve had my kitchenaid for 22 years. It still runs (multiple times a week) like a champ. This beauty is on sale for $150 off.
Cookbook stand: This is so pretty, and only $20. Perfect for your kitchen girly.
Electric Tea Kettle: My mom got me an electric kettle a couple years ago and I’ve never gone back. Best thing ever.
Our Place Pans: I just got this set a few months ago, and my goodness are they the best pans I have ever used. Highly recommend.
Enameled Dutch Oven: another kitchen MVP. I use mine several times a week.
Baking mat: These are so great for a little stocking stuffer. I use mine all the time.
Cozy Gifts:
Emma Lion Books: These books are so fun, and I’ve read them all twice. A great gift idea.
Lore Pemberton Puzzle: these puzzles are so pretty, Ava and I love to get cozy on a winter afternoon and work on one of these.
Gifts for Him:
Madewell Hoodie: Great hoodie in a great color.
LLBean Barn Coat: Waxed and perfect.
Wool plaid throw: Cozy and masculine.
Wood Chess set: If your guy is anything like my husband and sons, they love chess, this set is so classic.
Thursday Boots Heritage Captain boot: I just got these for Craig for his birthday and he loves them.
Garmin Trail Watch: I bought this for Craig a couple years ago and he loves it way more than the Apple Watch. Battery lasts so long and it’s got a ton of great features. If he’s outdoorsy, he’ll love it.
Osprey Day pack: this is the daypack my very outdoorsy husband swears by. Tons of great features.
Hiking poles: these are carbon so they’re super strong and super lightweight.
Hiking Socks: my boys and Craig love these for backpacking.
Workout journal: my daughter got my husband this last year and he’s loved it.
River of Doubt: this book is so good and I bet you didn’t know this story about Teddy Roosevelt. Craig loved this book.
Endurance: Also another astounding story and a great book.