Every pick is chosen for someone specific, with a reason to buy it and an honest reason to skip it.
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Laura MercierFor her
For a mother or sister who loves a bath
A full-size Serum Body Cream with a midi body wash and a midi honey bath with its dipper, all in the brand's warm amber-and-vanilla scent. A boxed set that turns a bath into an evening routine.
Skip it if she prefers light, fresh scents; this one is warm and sweet
$95.00Price as of Nov 5, 6:30 AM ET Details
Editor’s pickLamyFor him
For the note-taker and letter-writer
A piston-filling fountain pen in fiberglass and brushed stainless steel, with a 14K gold nib and small windows that show the ink level. A quietly modernist pen meant for years of notes and signatures.
Skip it if he wants the convenience of ink cartridges; this pen fills only from a bottle
$228.22Price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
Editor’s pickVossAginFor her
A milestone anniversary
A two-carat round lab-grown diamond, F–G color and VS1 clarity with AGI certification, set to float on the chain in 14k white or yellow gold. A milestone piece with a certificate to go with it.
Skip it if you'd rather give a natural diamond or she seldom wears necklaces
VossAgin offer
$1,921 off
Enter at VossAgin checkout. Valid through March 31, 2027.
$2,720Price as of Nov 5, 1:12 AM ET Details
Riedel
For the red-wine host
Angular, diamond-shaped bowls sized for full-bodied reds such as Cabernet, Bordeaux and Malbec, with a large surface to let the wine open up. Dishwasher safe, which matters after a holiday dinner party.
Skip it if they mostly drink white or sparkling wine; these are shaped for big reds
$88.50Price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
UGGFor him
For the husband who is always cold
A full-length hooded sherpa robe with a self belt and side pockets, cut in a relaxed fit. In our view, a warm robe is the kind of everyday comfort people rarely buy for themselves, especially for cold mornings.
Skip it if he runs warm or lives somewhere mild; sherpa fleece is a cold-weather fabric
$157.95Price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
Slip
For the light sleeper and the frequent flyer
A sleep mask in 22 momme long-fiber mulberry silk with an elastic strap, designed to block light and to be gentle on skin and hair. Small enough for a carry-on, and a nicer object than the airline version.
Skip it if they find anything over the eyes uncomfortable, or already travel with a silk mask
$72.00Price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
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OuraFor her
For the sister who tracks her sleep
A titanium smart ring in a gold finish that Oura says tracks sleep, activity and heart health, with up to 8 days per charge and no screen. Oura sizes differ from jewelry sizes, and this listing is size 7.
Skip it if you can't confirm her Oura size, or she would resent a monthly membership
$279.00List Price: $399.00 (30% less)Sale price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
BoseFor him
For the frequent flyer
Over-ear noise-cancelling headphones with up to 30 hours of play, spatial audio and USB-C audio for calls. In our judgment, the travel upgrade he'll notice most on a long flight.
Skip it if he prefers earbuds or finds over-ear headphones too warm
$359.89List Price: $449.00 (20% less)Sale price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
Leatherman
For the one who fixes things
Eighteen tools in a 4-inch body, including pliers, replaceable wire cutters, spring-action scissors, a saw and two knives that open from the outside. Backed by Leatherman's 25-year warranty.
Skip it if they already carry a multi-tool, or work somewhere a blade isn't allowed
$103.95List Price: $129.95 (20% less)Sale price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
Baxter of CaliforniaFor him
For the man who skips skincare
A fragrance-free, oil-free moisturizer for normal to oily skin that absorbs quickly and dries to a matte finish, which suits the man who dislikes the feel of lotion.
Skip it if his skin runs dry; this formula is made for normal to oily skin
$23.80List Price: $28.00 (15% less)Sale price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
Apple
For the runner, hiker or swimmer
A 49mm Grade 5 titanium case with a flat sapphire face, dual-frequency GPS, water resistance to 100 m and up to 50 hours of normal battery life. Built for long runs, hikes and swims, yet plain enough to wear to work.
Skip it if they use an Android phone; it needs an iPhone 11 or later to set up
$699.99List Price: $799.00 (12% less)Sale price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
VossAginFor her
A significant anniversary
Five carats total of AGI-certified round lab-grown diamonds, listed as F color and VS clarity, in 14k white or yellow gold. Statement studs that still read as classic.
Skip it if she prefers understated jewelry; the half-carat studs are the quieter choice
VossAgin offer
$2,332 off
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$3,720Price as of Nov 5, 1:12 AM ET Details
Moleskine
For the planner who still writes things down
A dated 2027 hardcover planner with each week's days on the left and a ruled notes page on the right, plus an elastic closure, ribbon bookmark and inner pocket. Timely at the turn of the year, when next year's plans start.
Skip it if they keep every appointment in a calendar app
$29.00Price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
Ember
For the coffee drinker who lets it go cold
A heated mug that holds coffee or tea at a set temperature, up to three hours with the included sipping lid or all day on its coaster. Mug 3 is the first Ember mug that is top-rack dishwasher safe.
Skip it if they finish a cup in five minutes or mostly drink iced coffee
$129.95Price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
VossAginFor her
Her first pair of diamond studs
Half a carat of lab-grown diamonds, G color and VS clarity, in 14k gold over sterling silver. Classic studs she can wear every day, from the office to dinner.
Skip it if she prefers solid gold settings or already wears diamond studs daily
VossAgin offer
$282 off
Enter at VossAgin checkout. Valid through January 31, 2027.
$370Price as of Nov 5, 1:12 AM ET Details
Twelve South
For a tidy desk or nightstand
A Nappa leather catchall on a weighted zinc base with Qi2.2 wireless charging up to 25W, plus a 10W USB-C port for a watch or second device. Sized for a desk, an entry table or a nightstand.
Skip it if their phone doesn't charge wirelessly, or they already have a charging stand they like
$129.99Price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
Staub
For the weekend braiser
French-made enamelled cast iron with a matte black interior for browning and a lid whose inner spikes drip moisture back onto the food. Four quarts serves up to four, and it works on induction.
Skip it if they already own an enamelled Dutch oven this size, or find heavy cast iron hard to lift
$214.50List Price: $379.99 (44% less)Sale price as of Nov 5, 6:30 AM ET Details
Fellow
For the slow weekend coffee drinker
A vacuum-insulated stainless steel French press with a non-stick interior and a mesh filter Fellow designed for a silt-free cup. The double wall holds the brew's heat while it steeps and after.
Skip it if they drink one quick cup on the way out, or want everything dishwasher safe; only the filter is
$99.95Price as of Nov 5, 6:17 AM ET Details
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