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).
Since you’re obviously strapped for time, we set out to find thoughtful last-minute gift ideas that are guaranteed to please, from fabulous gifts for women who slipped through the cracks of your nice list to presents for boyfriends who swore they didn’t want anything this year, and even sentimental gifts. But before we get there, here’s everything you need to know about holiday shipping deadlines.
Christmas Shipping Deadlines 2023: When is the last day to order?
Plenty of brands will be able to guarantee delivery if you order at least a week before Christmas—but things get a little more complicated once you pass that threshold.
Amazon: Amazon offers a variety of shipping options, including same-day delivery up until December 24. Prime members can score free one-day shipping on all orders by December 23, no price minimum required. Prime members who place (truly) last-minute orders on December 24 are also eligible for free shipping on select purchases of $35 or more in approved areas.
Nordstrom: If you’re buying gifts from Nordstrom, order by December 18 8 AM EST (with free standard shipping) or December 19 12 PM EST (with free two-day shipping), and you’ll get your gifts in time for Christmas. Tons of products have a special label if they’ll be able to arrive before December 25. Certain zip codes also have same-day delivery, and you can also purchase some options online with next-day in-store pickup.
Also, stores like Sephora, Ulta, Best Buy, and Apple will allow you to buy online and pick up curbside or in-store almost immediately. And if you wake up on December 25 and realize you don’t have a present, don’t sweat it: Digital gift cards make great last-minute Christmas gifts. From cheap gifts that look expensive that your lister will love to gifts for your wife, husband, and best friend, or even Secret Santa, these are the best last-minute gifts that will crown you queen (or king) of the holiday season—procrastination and all.
Best last-minute Gift Ideas, at a Glance
Best Last-Minute Gift, Overall: Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, $430Best Value Last-Minute Gift Idea: Mevecco Constellation Necklace, $14Best Last-Minute Tech Gift: AirPods Pro (2nd Gen), $190Best Last-Minute Gift for Beauty Gift: Zoya Nail Polish Quad, $15Best Last-Minute Wellness Gift: Theragun Prime Massage Gun, $299Most Thoughtful Last-Minute Gift: Mevecco Constellation Necklace, $14Last-Minute Gift for Her: Kodak Mini Shot 3 Retro Instant Camera, $110Last-Minute Gift for Him: JBL Flip 6, $100
How we picked
We know selecting last minute gifts that still feel meaningful and heartfelt is difficult, especially during this hectic season. It feels like December flies by every year so it’s no wonder some gift shopping is bound to be forgotten until the very last minute. As shopping editors, we scoured the internet to find unique gifts for every type of person that will ship fast (and in some cases come the same day). We accounted for shipping days, tested the products, and asked the people we trust what gifts they’ve loved getting the most, so that you can feel good about what you’re adding to your cart. After all, just because a gift is purchased at the last minute, doesn’t mean that it’s not thoughtful.
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