Every pick is chosen for someone specific, with a reason to buy it and an honest reason to skip it.
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Time ResistanceFor him
For the frequent weekend traveler
Handmade in Italy from full-grain, vegetable-tanned cowhide with YKK zippers and a tear-resistant lining; one roomy compartment about ten inches long. Each piece takes on its own grain.
Skip it if he wants interior dividers or a kit that hangs from a hook
$125.00Price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
HamiltonFor him
For the man who likes a watch he winds himself
Hamilton's hand-wound field watch: a 38mm steel case, sapphire crystal, green dial and the H-50 movement with an 80-hour power reserve, on a canvas strap. A few turns of the crown each morning are part of the appeal.
Skip it if he won't wind a watch every couple of days, or wants a steel bracelet and a dressier look
$675.00Price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
VossAginFor her
AGI Certified 2.50 CTW Emerald Cut Lab-Grown Diamond Bezel Stud Earrings in 14K Gold
VossAgin offer
$1,096 off
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$1,995Price as of Nov 10, 4:42 PM ET Details
NAADAMFor her
For her first cashmere sweater
A classic crewneck in 100% cashmere with ribbed trims, in a red that suits December without looking like a costume. It runs small, so size up; hand wash cold and dry flat.
Skip it if she only wears machine-washable knits or already owns a drawer of cashmere crewnecks
$98.00Price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
BellroyFor him
For the man trading in a bulky wallet
Heat-bonded leather layers instead of stitching keep it slim, and a magnetic closure snaps shut over six to ten cards and flat bills. In our view, the cleanest swap for a bulky wallet.
Skip it if he keeps coins and receipts in his wallet; it is built for cards and a few flat bills
$159.00Price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
Yves Saint LaurentFor her
For her, a floral lavender scent
YSL Libre eau de parfum in the 1.7 oz spray, its bottle wrapped in the gold YSL logo, in a white box. A floral lavender with Moroccan orange blossom and vanilla.
Skip it if she dislikes lavender or vanilla
$111.99Price as of Nov 10, 7:51 AM ET Details
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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
$220.18List Price: $379.99 (42% less)Sale price as of Nov 10, 4:23 PM 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
$89.99List Price: $129.95 (31% less)Sale price as of Nov 10, 4:23 PM ET Details
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 10, 4:23 PM 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
$359.99List Price: $449.00 (20% less)Sale price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM 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 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
Maison MargielaFor her
For a lover of light florals
Blackcurrant and bergamot over lily of the valley and jasmine: a bright floral built around the memory of blossoms after winter. Margiela's Replica scents are unisex, in minimalist bottles.
Skip it if she prefers warm, musky or spicy scents
$144.50List Price: $170.00 (15% less)Sale price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
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Viski
For the home bartender with a bar cart
A 24 oz cobbler shaker in stainless steel with an electroplated gold finish and Art Deco etching, plus a built-in strainer and measured cap. Handsome enough to live on the bar cart rather than in a drawer.
Skip it if they want a dishwasher-safe workhorse; Viski lists it as hand wash only
$39.49Price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
Laura MercierFor her
For her if she loves warm, sweet scents
Laura Mercier's warm signature scent as a 1.7-ounce eau de parfum: amber and vanilla with tangerine and tiger orchid, plus almond, brown sugar, coconut and sandalwood. Warm and sweet rather than crisp.
Skip it if she wears crisp citrus or green scents, or already has a signature perfume she reorders
$99.00Price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
Schott Zwiesel
For a whisky or cocktail drinker
Six 13.5-ounce old fashioned glasses in Schott Zwiesel's lead-free Tritan crystal, cut in a pattern inspired by Scotland. The listing says they resist chipping and clouding, and they are fully dishwasher safe.
Skip it if they drink wine rather than spirits, or already own a full set of rocks glasses they like
$113.77Price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
VossAginFor her
AGI Certified 1.00 CTW Floating Heart Shape Lab-Grown Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace in 14K Gold
VossAgin offer
$300 off
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$1,099Price as of Nov 10, 4:42 PM ET Details
Le Creuset
For a cook who feeds a table of friends
A shallow 3.5-quart enameled cast-iron braiser for three to four servings: brown on the stove, finish in the oven up to 500°F, then serve at the table. Works on induction and needs no seasoning.
Skip it if they rarely cook for more than two, already own a braiser, or find heavy cast iron hard to lift
$399.95Price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
Breville
For a couple who want café drinks at home
An espresso machine with a built-in burr grinder (30 settings), assisted tamping, a touchscreen that walks you through each drink, hands-free milk texturing and cold brew in under three minutes.
Skip it if they drink one plain coffee a day or are short on counter space; a capsule machine or pour-over is simpler
$1,279.99List Price: $1,499.95 (15% less)Sale price as of Nov 10, 4:17 PM ET Details
Harry & David
For someone you send to from afar
About five of the Royal Riviera pears Harry & David is known for, about 2 lb 12 oz, sold by the brand and certified kosher. A gift the whole household can share, easy to send when you can't visit.
Skip it if it may be going to a western state, Alaska or Hawaii; confirm the address ships at checkout
$34.99Price as of Nov 10, 9:03 AM ET Details
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