Procrastinated a bit with your holiday shopping this year? Don’t panic: Thanks to unique subscription services, convenient digital gift cards and, of course, ultra-fast Amazon Prime shipping, it’s not too late to get a thoughtful gift for everyone on your list — even if you’re reading this on Christmas Eve.
To get you started, we’ve rounded up the best last-minute gifts that’ll arrive in time for Christmas — some even instantly. For more gift ideas, check out our favorite?gifts for men,?gifts for women,?gifts for teens and editor-approved gifts.
Gift some self-care with this bestselling set of face masks designed to cleanse, soothe, brighten and more.
Gift on-demand digital classes with world leaders, bestselling authors, Michelin-starred chefs and more. Courses include everything from activism with Malala Yousafzai to problem-solving with Bill Nye. And with new classes added every month, there’s always more to learn.
A good humidifier can do wonders for your skin and allergies, and this chic option from Canopy stands out because it has dishwasher-safe parts (humidifiers are known for being difficult to clean).
This editor- and celebrity-loved tool is a great gift idea for anyone who’s into skin care. It uses red light therapy, therapeutic warmth, facial massage and galvanic current to transform your skin and help your serums absorb better. With the clickable coupon, this bundle is down to its all-time low price.
Perfect for the friend who’s seriously missing travel, Universal Yums delivers unique treats from a new country every month along with a booklet filled with international trivia and games. Check out the “Yum Shop” for a peek at the kind of goods you can expect. Right now, you’ll also get a free box for yourself when you gift a six- or 12-month subscription.
This kit comes with everything you need to keep your nails looking fresh between salon trips.
Create an at-home spa experience with these top-rated shower steamers, which release soothing, scented steam when they come in contact with warm water.
A great gift for the most outdoorsy person you know, this portable water filter has a microfiltration system that removes 99.999999% of waterborne bacteria (including E. coli and salmonella) and 99.999% of waterborne parasites (including giardia and cryptosporidium). And at under $20, it’s a no-brainer.
Our reviewer adored Atlas Coffee Club, which delivers up to 48 ounces of freshly roasted, single-origin coffee from around the world to your door each month. Deliveries also include a postcard from the coffee’s origin country, notes on the coffee’s backstory and tips to create the tastiest brew.
Carhartt’s popular beanie comes in 15 different colors and is as stylish as it is toasty.
If you waited until Christmas Eve to start shopping, you’re not out of luck. With Sugarwish, you can send a digital gift that gets delivered instantly via text or email —?you don’t even need the recipient's address! Simply pick from five box sizes and they will get to choose exactly what they want to get, whether it’s popcorn, cookies or hot cocoa.
Whether you’re sipping coffee, tea or hot cocoa, Ember’s smart mug will keep your beverage at the perfect temperature for up to 80 minutes. It also shuts off automatically after two hours of inactivity, so you don’t have to worry about accidentally leaving it on.
This top-rated blanket scarf will make a chic addition to your giftee’s winter wardrobe.
Load a Kindle Paperwhite with some of their favorite titles for a last-minute gift that feels extra thoughtful.
Socks are a classic gift for a reason: they’re those things that people always appreciate but rarely buy themselves. Give the gift of toasty comfort with these thick, warm socks from Barefoot Dreams.
Send a beautiful wreath, bouquet or centerpiece, or gift a subscription for sustainably sourced flower deliveries every month. Many products offer overnight shipping, and you can even snag same-day delivery in New York City and Washington, DC.
Athletes, desk workers and gamers alike will appreciate the soothing relief a massage gun can offer. Toloco’s comes with 10 massage heads and offers seven speeds to loosen tight muscles and promote circulation.
We love StoryWorth, a service that sends your giftee thoughtful questions once a week designed to elicit meaningful stories about their life. After a year, StoryWorth compiles your loved one’s answers into a beautiful hardcover keepsake book. It’s a deeply personal gift that both you and your loved one will cherish for years to come. And since you can start sending questions right away, shipping times won’t be an issue.
Aura’s frame is more than a chic piece of decor: It’s a way to feel close even when you’re far apart. The frame is super easy to set up and lets family and friends send photos directly from their phones.
From stews to roasts to breads, Lodge’s top-rated Dutch oven can handle them all, and it makes a great gift for seasoned and aspiring chefs alike.
Sunrise clocks like this one are all the rage on TikTok, and for good reason. They cast a warm, lovely glow that gradually increases in intensity, offering a more soothing way to greet the day.
One of our favorite portable bluetooth speakers, the Sony XB100 combines excellent sound with rugged durability so your giftee can listen to their favorite music and podcasts anywhere.
Quince cuts out the middlemen to offer high-quality clothing, home goods, jewelry and travel accessories without the markup. With everything from cozy cashmere sweaters to luxurious linen sheets to Italian leather handbags, they’re sure to find something to love.
Underscored readers haven’t been able to get enough of this eye mask. It completely blocks the light, and at under $20, why?wouldn’t?you buy it for her?
Make holiday travel less stressful with this ingenious luggage accessory, featuring pockets for coffee and water bottles plus a handy slot to stash a phone or passport. It folds down when not in use too, meaning you can easily stash it when you reach your destination.
This compact case is just the right size for keeping cosmetics organized on the go without adding bulk to your bag.
Homesick candles come in a huge range of scents, including plenty of holiday-themed options that’ll keep the house feeling warm and cozy throughout the season.
Gift these milk chocolate-smothered sandwich cookies for a decadent holiday treat.
An Audible membership is a great gift for anyone who’s always complaining that they never have time to read anymore. With access to a library of thousands of audiobooks, they can dive into a new memoir on their commute or finish a classic while prepping dinner. (And if someone already has an Audible membership, you can also gift them a specific audiobook!)
Lego aren’t just for little kids anymore. This gorgeous bouquet of Lego flowers would be an excellent project for a loved one to create flowers that never die. Check out this Lego bonsai tree and orchid kit too.
Gift some stress relief with this electronic neck massager, featuring eight massage modes, three levels of pressure and a warming function to soothe sore, tired muscles.
Avocados are great, but slicing them? Not so much. That’s why this convenient avocado slicer is the perfect gift for the avo-obsessed person in your life.
One of Underscored readers’ absolute favorite Amazon products of the year, Swedish dishcloths take the place of paper towels and sponges — making them an eco-friendly gift too.
Rent the Runway offers multiple, giftable membership options, which let you rent up to a certain number of designer items a month. Swap out pieces on your schedule so your closet always feels fresh without ever feeling cluttered.
Make 2024 the year of great communication with Love Lingual’s card game, featuring 150 conversation starters designed to bring you and your partner closer than ever.
Our favorite budget earbuds sound better than basic AirPods and cost a fraction of the price. They’re a great gift for anyone who has yet to discover the joy of cutting the cord.
With its mixture of antioxidant-rich lychee berry oil, moisturizing sweet almond oil and fine Himalayan pink salt, this luxurious scrub promises to gently exfoliate without irritating or drying out skin.
These lovely heat- and condensation-resistant insulated mugs come in a set of two and boast more than 11,000 5-star ratings.
Gift the jet-setter our pick for the best travel pillow around. The Cabeau Evolution S3 is firm enough to support your head and neck, soft enough to fall asleep on and perfectly portable, allowing you to compress it to half its size.
An extremely cute idea for couples who love to travel, this map allows you to scratch off all the places you’ve been. It makes planning future trips extra exciting too.
Another Underscored-reader favorite turns nearly any cordless drill into a cleaning machine and is perfect for anyone who’s been itching to make grout and baseboards look brand-new.
Gift your favorite oenophile this top-rated pourer, which easily attaches to any bottle and promises to aerate much faster than a traditional decanter.
Safe for the oven, freezer, dishwasher and microwave, reusable Stasher bags are a fantastic, eco-friendly addition to any kitchen. Use them for storing snacks, preserving leftovers and even sous vide cooking.
With Prime shipping and every letter of the alphabet in stock, this dainty necklace is a last-minute gift that still feels personal.
Recipients can use their gift card toward a much-needed getaway or to take advantage of Airbnb’s huge range of online and in-person “experiences,” which include everything from pasta-making with Italian grandmas to guided meditation with a Japanese Buddhist monk.
Bedsure’s cozy blanket comes in 26 gorgeous colors and five sizes, with many shipping as quickly as the next day. The microfleece yarn is velvety soft and the whole blanket is machine-washable if you happen to spill on it while snuggling.
We named this the?best grill brush?on the market, thanks to how durably (and safely) it can clean any grill.
Goldbelly delivers gourmet meals and goodies from restaurants and bakeries all around the country, and you can send a digital gift card instantly to your giftee’s email address. If you’ve got a specific treat in mind (say, bagels from their favorite NYC deli), you don’t need a shipping address either: Goldbelly will send an e-gift that lets them schedule delivery whenever it’s convenient.
Bookshop.org gift cards never expire, and the site features a huge selection of titles. Best of all, your purchase will help support independent bookstores across the country.
Whether you’re prepping for an epic trip or just want to try something new, Rosetta Stone remains a fantastic language-learning tool. Gifting Rosetta Stone is easy too, with the option to include a personalized message and select a specific e-delivery date for your recipient.
This mixology set comes with everything your favorite cocktail enthusiast needs to play bartender right at home, including a stainless steel shaker, mixing spoon, muddler, two pourers, a double jigger and a stack of illustrated recipe cards for all the classics.
Let them pick out exactly what they want with a gift card that’ll get delivered to their inbox instantly (though you can also schedule it to arrive on whatever date you want).
Everybody needs a pair of fuzzy slippers to wear around the house. Parlovable’s come in eight color options and boast 13,000 5-star ratings, with customers loving how soft and comfy they are. Says one reviewer, “I look forward to getting up in the morning just to put these on.”
Bespoke Post’s lifestyle subscription boxes are great for the hard-to-shop for dads, boyfriends and brothers (though, of course, plenty of women will love its high-quality products too). Boxes come in thoughtful themes like “Details,” complete with a card holder, Kaweko fountain pen and gold compact mirror; and “Restore,” featuring everything you need to feel refreshed on the go. Purchase a standalone box for $70 or keep the fun going with a subscription for $49.
Not only is this puffer jacket warm, lightweight and stylish but it easily packs down into an included drawstring carry bag that you can toss into your backpack (or even use as a pillow on flights and camping trips). The puffer comes in more than 20 color options and sizes XS to XXL.
With thousands of unique, handmade and customizable products, Etsy is another great gift card option that you can print at home or deliver right away via email.
Made from chili peppers, agave nectar and black truffle, Truff is the perfect treat for your favorite hot sauce aficionado.
Sap the tension out of big family gatherings with this cozy card game, filled with thoughtful, bond-building questions.
This bestselling honey will add a delectable kick to pizza, biscuits, cheese and even ice cream.
Use this adorable portable device to print wallet-sized photos directly from your phone. The printer comes with 10 sheets of smudge-proof, sticky-backed paper, and HP’s Sprocket app even lets you add fun filters and frames to your images before printing.
Chilly weather calls for a snuggly fleece, and we love that Columbia’s comes in a wide range of colors and sizes, from extra small petite to 3X.
This pinball-esque game will have the whole family catapulting balls back and forth for hours on end.
