The Best Gifts on Our Editors’ Holiday Wishlists

I’m deeply ashamed of my daily screentime, especially my evening doom scroll sessions. I promised myself I’d change that by next year, which puts the Restore at the top of my wishlist so I can set up a much more zen bedtime routine. I’m already imagining falling asleep and waking up to peaceful ambient lighting rather than my blinding phone screen.

— Steph, Branded Content Editor

There is no shortage of skincare devices on the market these days, but the one thing I struggle with is figuring out where to start. This Anti-Aging & Acne LED wand is exactly the simple tool I’ve been searching for. It tackles both wrinkles and acne (shout out to everyone else who suffers from both—yay us!) using advanced light therapy in just three minutes each day. Three settings allow users to choose whether they want to target acne, aging, or both, allowing you to tailor your routine with the ebbs and flows of your skin.

— Garri, Senior Managing Editor

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As someone who is constantly trying to strike the delicate balance between on-trend and timeless, I have Sezane.com open in a tab on my desktop pretty much all of the time. This Betty Cardigan has been on my wishlist for literal years. And this Christmas may be the perfect time for someone (my girlfriend) to buy it for me.

— Paige, Branded Content Editor

Out of all of my friends, I’m the one who gets the content, vlogs the entire girls’ trip, and documents our best (and worst) moments. I love to create content, but let’s be real—it can be pretty embarrassing to set up a gigantic tripod, and nothing kills a natural moment more than having everyone pause for five minutes while you’re getting set up. That’s why this MOFT phone stand is on my list. It’s been all over my TikTok FYP and labeled the “shy girl” tripod for its foldable design and quick setup, which is such a selling point for me.

— Maddi, Account Manager

You’ve definitely heard me talk about the oversized boyfriend cashmere cardigan from Quince before, so when I saw they had a crewneck version, it immediately went to the top of my Christmas list. I’d opt for the heather grey because it feels like such a classic piece that I’ll wear for years to come.

— Meagan McCormick, Director of Marketing

I received Ouai’s St. Barts moisturizer as a gift last year, and believe me when I say: I’ve been rationing this stuff because I never want to run out. If you like an everything-shower experience that transports you to a tropical island and gives you that vacation glow, this set of their St. Barts scalp and body scrub, body wash, and cream will do the trick. This scent is the definition of luxury to me, and these products have the performance to match.

—Ashley, Branded Content Managing Editor

As an astrology girly, there’s rarely a piece of zodiac jewelry that I don’t want. But this stunning signet ring truly stopped me in my tracks. I especially love the idea of wearing it as an everyday pinky ring. As I near the end of my 20s, I’m trying to build out my collection of investment jewelry that can become heirloom pieces. After all, if I want to be the cool, rich aunt with the future estate sale of dreams, I need to start now! The fact that I’m an April Aries and this has a diamond on it (my birthstone) is just an added bonus.

—Jess, Commerce Editor

The older I get, the more I understand why my mom immediately slipped into pajamas the second she got home from work every day. And this super soft, lightweight set is exactly the kind I’d steal from her on the regular. This year, I’m asking for one of my very own. Use code TEG15 for $15 off!

— Paige, Branded Content Editor

I have been and always will be a baggy jeans gal—they’re comfy, timeless, and look effortlessly cool when you style them the right way. So, of course, I took one look at these Levi’s and added them to my wish list pretty much instantly. And while I love a slouchy jean, I never wanna look like I’m drowning in denim, so this pair’s flattering mid-rise fit and cut is a dream.

— McKenna, Branded Content Editorial Assistant

Just when I thought I had my Christmas list all figured out, I saw this stunning Madewell x AGMES bag, and it beat everything else out to take the #1 spot. While the stunning suede and under-$200 price tag were initially what caught my eye, the sculptural, silver hardware is what sealed the deal. The five stunning colorways made it hard to decide which I liked most, but I think the rich, dark brown takes the cake.

— Madeline Galassi, Senior Fashion & Beauty Editor

I would have put money on the fact that I owned a belt, but after a recent tear-apart-my-closet search for one, I realized that I somehow do not. Naturally, I added one to my wishlist immediately. For my first belt back into the game, I wanted something classic and high-quality. This leather Madewell belt fits the bill perfectly—I can’t wait to loop it into my favorite jeans.

— Hailey Bouche, Associate Editor

I’ve got to say I’ve been slow to jump on the dad sneaker trend, but you heard it here first—I’m ready to commit. As a gal on the go, naturally, athleisure items are the most worn pieces in my closet, so I’m asking for these sneakers to add to my rotation. I have not owned a pair of Nikes in years, but the silver/white/black/cream combo sold me because they will go with so much!

— Maddi Goodwin, Account Manager

One thing about me is that I am terrible at buying shoes for myself. I don’t know what it is, but anytime I have the money to spend on a new pair, I immediately forget that it’s something I want to buy and go ahead and purchase yet another sweater or something. For this reason, I’ve resorted to asking for shoes for gifts, and so far it’s going wonderfully. I’ve had my eye on these brown Coolway sneakers ever since I realized I wanted something similar to an Adidas look but not quite. Plus, I think Pantone would approve of my color choice.

— Emma Ginsberg, Associate Editor & Podcast Assistant

A unique jewelry piece will always bring me joy! I came across this customizable charm bracelet and knew I had to add to my list. I’m obsessed with how different each charm is, making it fun to customize, and I love that it’s adjustable to all wrist sizes. I can never pass up adding new pieces to my jewelry collection, and I’m excited to make this a staple.

— Aryana Johnson, Graphic Designer

I can’t justify spending $32 on a makeup brush when the e.l.f. ones are $3, but I would be absolutely thrilled to receive Merit’s tapered blending brush from a friend or family member. Considering how in love I am with their complexion stick, it only makes sense to have its sidekick. Plus, it’s obvious to me how much better makeup applies when you have a high-quality brush, so I’m not-so-secretly begging for this one this year.

— Hailey Bouche, Associate Editor

I never thought I’d be the girl who’d choose a practical gift over a new ‘fit or designer bag, but here we are. This appliance has “wonder” in its name for a reason: It’s a 6-in-1 air fryer and toaster. That’s right—it air fries, bakes, roasts, toasts, reheats, and broils, all while sitting pretty on your countertop (and barely taking up any room).

— Katherine Chang, Wellness Staff Writer

I recently got caught in a downpour while commuting home from work, and I realized that my $15 Amazon laptop case is not quite cutting it when it comes to protection (my case soaked through, but thankfully my laptop survived). I’ve been too lazy to buy a new case for myself, so I added one right to the top of my Christmas list. This Calpak padded laptop sleeve is cute, water-resistant, and looks like it will keep my laptop safe (and hopefully dry) on my future commutes.

— Caitlin Schneider, Graphic Designer

I have wanted this belt ever since Madewell released it, but I could never get myself to spend $80 on a belt (meanwhile, I spend that much on UberEats in a weekend…), so on the Christmas list it goes (and if I’m being honest with myself, I want it in both gold and silver). I’m already envisioning all of the outfits that would be made 10x better just by putting on this belt, and I am now talking myself into just making the purchase myself as I’m writing this… (because girl math is that it’s basically cheap per wear—$80 for a belt is not a lot if you were it 100 times right?).

— Josie Santi, Senior Wellness Editor & Podcast Host

My motto this year is less is more. I have everything I need, so I am only asking for one thing for the holiday season. When I got married two years ago, we did not splurge on anything that felt “extra,” and one item I really wanted was a wedding album, but it wasn’t possible at the time. This year for Christmas I am asking for a beautiful keepsake wedding album that feels nice enough to put on our coffee table.

— Kirra Wallace, Deputy Art Director

My vibe for 2024 has been nesting. I moved into a new apartment in May, and I’ve been trying to make a house a home ever since. One of the things my boyfriend and I treated ourselves to was a linen quilt from Quince, which is amazing. Now, I’d love to complete our set-up with this fun set of striped linen sheets, so they were the first thing that went on my Christmas list. I’m a big fan of pattern and color mixing in bedding, so I think these will look so good with our mist blue quilt and green floral pillows.

— Jess Welsh, Commerce Editor

These peel pads may just be my roman empire. I add them to my cart at least once a week, but that price point is just a little bit too high for me to justify right now. As a girl trying to upgrade her skincare routine (and one who is easily influenced by the rave reviews from her colleagues and friends), these are definitely on my wish list.

—Abi, Social Media Assistant

I’ve been shocked to find myself reaching for silver jewelry over gold lately and have been searching for another silver necklace to add to my rotation. My Jenny Bird pieces are some of my favorites of all time—their quality and design really stand out from the rest of my collection—and I simply must enter 2025 with this silver sphere necklace on my neck.

— Madeline Galassi, Senior Fashion & Beauty Editor

I’ve been wearing the original Birkenstock Boston clogs for two years straight, so it only makes sense to add another pair to my collection. I love the chunky sole on these, and I know from experience that I’ll wear them nonstop, and they’ll only get more comfortable over time.

— Meagan McCormick, Director of Marketing

I’m a pen-and-paper gal, so in addition to all of my Google Drive folders, Excel sheets, and Canva moodboards, I want this wedding planner to actually write all of the details down. This planner includes SO many details, and a few that stick out to me are Wedding Timeline & Checklist, Payment Tracker, Vendor Tipping Guide, Vow Brainstorm & Writing, Thank You & Gift Tracker, and so many more things that I didn’t even think about! Plus, it is so gorgeous, & I can’t wait to start using it. Hopefully once I have it and start writing things down, I will stop having recurring nightmares where I show up to my own wedding without having planned a single thing… It’s truly terrifying.

— Kaia Grobe, Video Content Editor

If we’re honest, I don’t buy clothing items unless they’re on sale. Most of the stores I shop at have consistent enough sales, so it’s never been a problem, and there’s something about knowing it’s on sale that makes me feel so much better about spending that money, no matter what the price is. The problem is that New Balance sneakers are so in demand, they are quite literally never on sale (at least the good colors). So I’m adding to my wishlist these shoes that would completely upgrade my hot-girl-walk-turns-into-happy-hour pipeline.

— Josie Santi, Senior Wellness Editor & Podcast Host

It’s been a while since I’ve upgraded my slippers, and these ultra-cozy, affordable options from Minnetonka are at the top of my list this year. The faux fur interior lining will protect my cold feet from the hardwood floors in the morning, while the grippy sole allows me to grab the mail or let my dogs into the yard with ease, but my favorite feature? The beautiful trim detailing designed by a Native American artist.

— Garri Chaverst, Senior Managing Editor