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20 of the Absolute Best Gifts to Wrap (or Unwrap) in 2025, According to Editors

Buy 'em for someone else or put 'em on your own list.

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Look, shopping for gifts during the holiday season is hard—no matter who made your nice list this year. (Got a picky teenage girl on there? Good luck.) You want something thoughtful but within budget, a present that falls in that sweet spot between "wow" and "practical."

The good news? You don’t have to be responsible for finding the perfect thing. That’s my job (I have the pay stubs to prove it). I’ve spent the entire holiday season combing through the internet for the absolute best gifts money can buy, and I’ve narrowed it down to these 20 must-haves for 2025.

A Sneak Peek of the Best Gifts of 2025:


But wait, what are the Christmas shipping deadlines?

Important Q! If you're shipping with USPS (Ground/First Class/Priority), you'll have until December 17 or December 18 to place your order and still get the gift ahead of Christmas. Chronic procrastinators can also take advantage of UPS 2nd Air and FedEx 2Day, which allows you a little more breathing room. The deadline for those is December 22.

Amazon is also a huge blessing for anyone who's behind on their holiday shopping. The cutoff for Prime members is December 22. However, you'll have until December 23 for any items available for One-Day Shipping and until December 24 for Same-Day.

Now keep scrolling to shop the best gifts 2025 has to offer...

As if we needed any more convincing to subscribe to the Lola Blanket hype, Oprah just named the soft, faux fur throw one of her "favorite things." You'll win Christmas by gifting your friends or family one. Oh, and we did a full review here!

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this smart fitness ring

Oura Ring 4

Oura Ring 4

The Oura Ring is the gift that keeps on giving. The smart sensing technology delivers enhanced accuracy, deep personalization, and a long battery life (i.e. it does everything... more on that here). Track your heart health, activity, movement, sleep, stress, the list goes on.

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Trust me: The Hatch is a game-changer. The phone-free alarm clock helps you unplug and unwind with dim light and white noise, enjoy deeper sleep, and gently wake up to a calming sunrise glow and gentle alarm sounds.

This zip-top version of the iconic Boat and Tote offers all the same perks of the OG style but with a more secure closure. The best part? There's a different size and color for every one of your gifting list.

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The 24-ounce Owala's FreesSip spout makes it easy to stay hydrated, and the double-wall insulation keeps any drink cold up to 24 hours. It's the only water bottle I've managed to actually build a hydration habit around, if that's saying anything.

This personal safety alarm has a loud siren and flashing strobe light that—at the very least—will make you (or any gift recipient) feel so much safer while walking the dog, riding public transportation, or being out and about at night.

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this soothing silk mask

Drowsy Silk Sleep Mask

Silk Sleep Mask

Give the gift of R.E.M. with this ultra-soothing sleep mask. It's made from the softest Mulberry silk and has a padded design that's basically a pillow for your eyes.

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this weighted stuffed animal

Hugz Scottie the Highland Cow

Scottie the Highland Cow

This weighted highland cow stuffed animal is designed to feel just like a real hug—naturally boosting your mood and promoting better sleep. For extra comfort, you can pop it in the freezer for a cooling effect or warm it up in the microwave like a heating pad.

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this viral on-the-go hand sanitizer

Touchland Essential Icons Set

Essential Icons Set

This hand sanitizer set is the ultimate stocking stuffer—cute and practical. And the skincare-forward formula will not only kill germs, but keep your hands hydrated and delicately scented.

10
this personalized cocktail book

Wonderbly How to Make a Name-tini

How to Make a Name-tini

This personalized cocktail book is peak gifting material for the wannabe bartender in your friend group. Plus, you’ll reap the benefits when they host happy hour—there are 29 mixologist-approved recipes included.

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If you're going for a self-care theme, this Cyklar Rituals Set is the perfect gift. Cyklar has been having a hugeee moment recently, and this set comes with the cult-fave Sensorial Body Wash, Nutrient-Rich Body Cream, and their large body contour tool that's a miracle worker for muscular tension.

The Shark FlexStyle Air Styling & Drying System is on major sale right now—like, over-50%-off major. And while $200 is still an investment, this powerhouse gives salon-quality blowouts right from home. After four uses, it’s already paid for itself.

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this vlogging camera

Sony ZV-1F Vlog Camera

ZV-1F Vlog Camera
Now 25% Off

This vlog-style camera is made for the budding influencer in your life. The ultra-wide 20mm lens gets everything in the frame, and according to shoppers, the autofocus is "mind-blowingly good." Plus, it'll take the cutest Instagram pictures!

This towel warmer will transform your bathroom into a five-star spa experience. It fits up to two 40'' x 70'' oversized bath towels—or bathrobes, blankets, and PJs, too—and accomplishes that straight-out-of-the-dryer feel.

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The viral Ninja Creami will literally transform your kitchen into a froyo shop—with way more flavors than your local 16 Handles. Spin up to 1,000 different treats and mix in your fave toppings.

This wristlet does it all. You can carry one or both pouches, or hook it to a larger bag if you need more storage space. This is majorly trending with the teens this year, too.

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Snap photos in real-time, customize them on your phone, and then print them out immediately with the help of this mini printer. Shoppers raved that the "Bluetooth connection is seamless and makes it very easy to use."

Affordable cashmere? Yeah, it exists! Quince's Mongolian Crewneck Sweater is spun from a durable, pill-resistant cashmere that's smooth and sustainably sourced. What more could you ask Santa for?

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this personalized book

I Wrote a Book About You

I Wrote a Book About You

If you're going for sentimental and sweet for the holidays, hit "add to cart" on the "I Wrote a Book About You." You can fill it out with your own anecdotes and personalize it exactly to the person the recipient—so it feels that much more special.

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this Pilates board

Pafal Pilates Board

Pilates Board

If you have a Pilates princess in your life, consider your holiday shopping completed. They'll freak over this multifunctional ab board that works like a reformer machine—and costs way less than a monthly membership.

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Hannah Oh
Shopping Editor

Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for. 

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Megan Schaltegger
Freelance Writer

Megan Schaltegger is an NYC-based writer. She loves strong coffee, eating her way through the Manhattan food scene, and her dog, Murray. She promises not to talk about herself in third person IRL.

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