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The best gift for her is the thing she would love but would not buy for herself. Every gift here is a best-rated piece: we chose products with high ratings from a real number of reviews, so the hard part, knowing it is good, is done.
The guide runs from small beauty treats and stocking stuffers to cozy gifts for the home, jewelry, bags and shoes.
Beauty and self-care
Luxuries she uses every day.
Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Advent Calendar
A gift she opens one drawer at a time: the Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Advent Calendar, a Hollywood holiday cabinet of 15 surprises with jewel handles on every drawer. Inside are glowing skincare and Pillow Talk icons, four full-size favourites and two accessories.
Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Blush Healthy Glow Stick
A stocking stuffer she will use every day: the Charlotte Tilbury Unreal Blush Healthy Glow Stick in Pinky Glow. A skincare-infused cream blush that glazes cheeks and lips in a sheer, luminous flush, blurs texture and blends with a fingertip. Small enough for any bag.
Augustinus Bader The Rich Eye Cream
For the woman who has everything on her vanity except this: Augustinus Bader The Rich Eye Cream. A rich, nourishing cream for the eye contour that visibly firms, de-puffs and smooths fine lines. Tap a little under the eye and across the lid, morning and night.
La Mer The Mini Holiday Essentials Set
A first taste of La Mer, boxed for the holidays: four of the brand's best-loved formulas in petite sizes, led by Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream. A Nordstrom exclusive, and a luxury gift for her that fits a carry-on.
Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Stick
A healthy flush in one swipe: the Westman Atelier Baby Cheeks Blush Stick in Poppet. A creamy, hydrating formula for cheeks and lips that melts into skin for a natural, flushed-from-within finish. A small luxury that feels like a big one.
Dior Dior Addict Lip Glow Oil
The prettiest stocking stuffer: Dior Addict Lip Glow Oil, an ultra-glossy lip oil infused with cherry oil. It reacts to the lips for a custom tint, leaves a mirror-shine finish and keeps lips soft and hydrated.
Yves Saint Laurent Couture Mini Clutch Eyeshadow Palette
Four shades in a case that looks like a tiny quilted clutch: the Yves Saint Laurent Couture Mini Clutch eyeshadow palette. Satin, matte, metallic and shimmer finishes in a high-pigment, oil-enriched formula for day-to-night eyes.
OSEA Undaria Algae Body Oil
A self-care gift that becomes a ritual: OSEA Undaria Algae Body Oil, a seaweed-infused oil that sinks in fast, deeply moisturizes and is clinically shown to improve the look of skin elasticity. For every skin type.
slip Pure Silk Queen Pillowcase
Beauty sleep, wrapped: the slip Pure Silk Queen Pillowcase, made from pure mulberry silk inside and out. It is gentler on hair and skin than cotton, helping to cut down on bedhead and sleep creases. A gift she will use every single night.
Cozy gifts for home
Throws, robes and the gifts that make winter evenings better.
UGG Coco Throw
Cozy, wrapped and ready to give: the UGG Coco Throw, a plush 50" x 70" blanket for the couch, chair or bed, finished with the UGG logo label and tied with a white ribbon in the box.
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Rib Throw Blanket
Famously soft and endlessly cozy: the Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Rib Throw Blanket, with ribbed texture for a modern look. The kind of gift that lives on the sofa all winter.
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Robe
Cloudlike softness from the first morning: the Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Robe. A plush, wrap-front robe for getting ready and winding down, and one of the most-loved gifts for her every winter.
Aura Frames Carver 10-Inch HD Digital Photo Frame with Mat
The gift for mom that keeps giving: the Aura Carver HD digital photo frame. A 10-inch screen with a white mat, unlimited storage and photos added from the Aura app or by email, so the whole family can send new pictures all year.
MIKO Shiatsu Foot Massager with Heat
For tired feet after a long day: the MIKO Shiatsu Foot Massager with Heat. Air compression and kneading for a light or deep massage, soothing heat and touchscreen controls, so every session is set just how she likes it.
CALPAK 5-Piece Packing Cube Set
For the traveller in her life: the CALPAK 5-Piece Packing Cube Set. Four cubes with breathable mesh fronts, a water-resistant pouch for wet or dry things, and ID labels to keep every suitcase organized.
Nordstrom Moonlight Eco Short Pajamas
Long-standing fan favourites: the Nordstrom Moonlight Eco Short Pajamas, a button-up short-sleeve top and breezy shorts in touchably soft, lightweight fabric. An easy gift that gets worn every night.
Nordstrom Rib Cashmere Travel Wrap
Cashmere for the plane, the office and the couch: the Nordstrom Rib Cashmere Travel Wrap, a refined ribbed wrap she will reach for whether she is flying or just heading across town.
Jewelry
Pieces she will wear every day.
Nadri Olivia Drop Earrings
Holiday-party sparkle: the Nadri Olivia Drop Earrings, gleaming branches of mixed-shape cubic zirconia, hand-polished and made to catch the light. A gift for her that goes straight from the box to a night out.
Tory Burch Forget Me Not Stud Earrings
A flower that stands for enduring love: the Tory Burch Forget Me Not Stud Earrings, with mother-of-pearl inlay and the iconic Double T. A sweet, everyday pair for pierced ears and a lovely gift for her.
David Yurman Cable Flex Bracelet
A forever piece: the David Yurman Cable Flex Bracelet, the house's signature twisted sterling silver cable finished with sunny 14-karat yellow gold. It slips on and stacks with everything she already wears.
David Yurman Petite Cable Ring
The signature cable twist, sized for every day: the David Yurman Petite Cable Ring in sterling silver with 14-karat yellow gold ends and an open silhouette. Perfect alone or stacked.
Mint & Lily Interlinked Cubic Zirconia Paperclip Bracelet
Modern shape, timeless sparkle: the Mint & Lily Interlinked Paperclip Bracelet, gold-tone paperclip links each set with cubic zirconia. It adds shine to a watch stack or a holiday outfit.
Bags
Brooklyn Shoulder Bag 28
The standout bag for fall and winter: the Coach Brooklyn 28 in scarlet. Natural grain leather with a soft, textured feel and brass hardware. A wide shoulder strap with a 10.5" drop, an inside snap pocket and a magnetic snap. 11" x 11" x 3.25": room for a phone, keys, a card case and an iPad. A red bag for the holidays.
Tory Burch Kira Diamond Quilt Camera Bag
Soft, puffy and polished: the Tory Burch Kira Diamond Quilt Camera Bag in taupe oak, with blown-up diamond quilting, beveled Double T hardware and an adjustable curb chain strap. A designer bag she will carry from brunch to dinner.
Maison de Sabré Leather Saddle Bag
A grab-and-go crossbody for weekends: the Maison de Sabré Saddle Bag in full-grain leather, with a crescent shape that sits at the hip and a wide jacquard strap. Room for a wallet, phone and keys; 9.4" x 8.7" x 2.4".
Marc Jacobs The Mini Leather Crossbody Bag
A scaled-down crossbody with the signature logo: Marc Jacobs The Mini Leather Crossbody Bag in richly textured leather, with several pockets to keep cards, keys and a phone in order.
Longchamp Small Le Pliage Original Top Handle Bag
A classic that travels: the Longchamp Small Le Pliage Original Top Handle Bag, durable water-resistant nylon trimmed in lightly textured leather. It folds into a small rectangle when she is not using it.
Slippers, boots and sneakers
UGG Cozy Slipper
Wintercore at its coziest: the UGG Cozy Slipper, with a sweater-knit outside, full sheepskin lining and a fluffy collar. Light enough for all day and finished with a durable sole for stepping outside.
UGG Classic Short II Boot
The icon: the UGG Classic Short II Boot in chestnut, made with famously soft sheepskin that wicks moisture and keeps feet warm indoors and out. Born on the beaches of California and a winter staple ever since.
adidas Samba OG
The sneaker on every list: the adidas Samba OG in white, with a soft full-grain leather upper, suede overlays, gold foil details and the classic gum sole. A low-profile icon that goes with jeans, skirts and trousers.
Tecovas The Annie Western Boot
Made to dance in: the Tecovas Annie Western Boot, with decorative stitching, a snip toe, a three-quarter Goodyear welt and a durable leather sole. A gift for her that will only get better with wear.
Gift Ideas for Women & Luxury Gifts for Her
The boxes worth unwrapping: designer shopping bags and signature gift boxes, a jeweled watch, fine jewelry, scented candles, a room full of roses, and a 40-idea list for when you are stuck.
Every piece here is pinned on our Gift Ideas for Women & Luxury Gifts for Her board, where we add new ones through the season.