I know I’m a good gift giver, but it’s always nice to feel safe. I have friends and family I know I won’t see until after the new year, so I’ve already started giving them holiday gifts. As the results trickle in, I’m happy to say I’m still successful. I’m starting my search for great gifts now, as many, probably most, gifts are on sale for Cyber Monday.
The items I chose start at just $14 (Book to Prepare for Your 2025 Super Bowl Halftime Performance) and up to 57% off, and are from top brands like Chanel, Apple, Coach, Merit Beauty, and more .
Overall best gift
Halken reusable bag with wheels
New York City’s “it” bag isn’t a Fendi Baguette or a quilted Chanel shoulder bag, it’s a giant, incredibly practical Halken bag. It has three straps so you can wear it as a tote or place it on the floor to pull and rotate. It has 4 wheels, has a reinforced bottom, is made of industrial grade tarpaulin (I think), is collapsible, and weighs between 33 and 66 (depending on bag size (small, medium, large)) It can withstand up to lbs.
I have a big silver one that I use for storing miscellaneous items in my apartment, hauling large plants around town to repot, trekking clothes to Goodwill, and a hundred other things. . I have given it as a gift many times and it has been very well received.
I’ve divided the rest of this gift cheat sheet into three categories: the best Cyber Monday deals, my own wishlists, and editor-approved gifts. I truly believe that there is something for everyone at every price point. You can’t go wrong with a pair of Airpods, a chic designer candle, and a monogrammed silk pillowcase.
best cyber monday sale gifts
The gifts below are worth purchasing even at full price. Discounts during Cyber Monday are simply a little gift for you. Some deals are expensive, while others are rare. In the former category, you’ll find Jenny Bird’s Zodiac necklaces at half price and Great Jones’ Dutch ovens at 43 percent off. In the latter category are Hill House’s hotel-grade pajamas and Edem’s skin care sets.
lofty smart alarm clock
Everyone could use an alarm clock. Even the gentlest cell phone alarms are too annoying, and reaching for your phone first thing in the morning isn’t exactly healthy. The Loftie has smartphone functionality, allows you to choose from a variety of alarm tones, and also features a night light, sound machine, and Bluetooth speaker. As someone who is obsessed with beauty, I also simply love this old school look.
hill house the tiny pajama set
I have four siblings, so the competition for uncles/aunts is pretty intense. This year, I’m going to solidify my number one position with this pajama set from Hill House. Hotel robes are also available in the same print and can have custom initials embroidered on them.
jenny bird zodiac pendant necklace
Zodiac necklaces are perfect for semi-custom gifts. No special order is required, but it lets the recipient know that you personally chose it. Jenny Bird’s is 50% off (the biggest discount I’ve ever seen), minimalist but not boring, and easy to stack with other products.
Other Cyber Monday Sale Gifts
Add to this editor’s wishlist
I literally shop for a living, and every time a birthday, holiday, or other gift occasion comes around, my friends and family mourn. Make it easy this year with this 10-product wishlist. While my tastes are on the expensive side (yes, I want $408 loafers), everything included here is not. A book of Kendrick Lamar’s seminal album To Pimp a Butterfly is $14, and Eloise’s ornaments that make my heart sing with joy are $40.
Clicks keyboard iPhone case
I miss the sound of pressing and tapping actual buttons on the Blackberry phones of my adolescence. Since the brand is out of business and I don’t have a time machine, this Clicks Keyboard phone case is my best bet.
It’s expensive for a cell phone case, so for some reason it’s hard to justify myself, but as a gift, I’m very happy with it. This niche subcategory of gifts – things people want but wouldn’t buy themselves – is always popular.
Nomasei trench loafers
I wear loafers 92 percent of the time. But I need a pair that’s a little more dressed up, and I’ve been eyeing Nomasei’s trench loafers. First, it’s never been sold. Second, the brand’s celebrity fan base includes Bella Hadid (My Queen), Nicole Kidman, Katie Holmes, and Kristin Stewart, according to the brand and Instagram.
Editor’s tip: Here’s how to find out someone’s shoe size. Ask something like, “I have a holiday party and I don’t have the shoes to go with my dress!” what size are you? Can I borrow a pair? ” Another option: “You own a pair of Adidas Sambas, right? I’m thinking of ordering a pair. Do you like them? Are they the correct size?” 9 out of 10 answers will give you a size.
21 inch carry-on roller
My carry-on suitcase is so broken that I can’t maneuver it any more nimbly than playing a very rigged crane game. You need something new, and Béis is the new gold standard for luggage. It comes with four 360-degree wheels, compression straps, and built-in tissue. It’s also lightweight, so you don’t have to worry about overstuffing it.
Other Editor Wishlist Gifts:
The best holiday gifts for her, approved by editors
If your gift needs aren’t met yet, the following options should solve your problem. My solutions include Chanel makeup sets that can be gift-wrapped and ordered, advent calendars that aren’t corny, and updates on detergent that will make the recipient happy and want to go to the laundromat.
Chanel Ultimate Allure Makeup Set
Chanel gift sets are one of the best things to gift a beauty lover. Because every part of it is covetable: the white woven pouch with gold snowflake zipper pulls, the classic black mascara, and the iconic red lipstick. This season’s Chanel gift sets also come wrapped in limited edition gold and white boxes or bags.
Tory Burch Reva Bangle Watch
A watch that can do more! Yes, this can be used to tell the time, but it’s also a piece of jewelry in its own right. It’s a statement piece, yet can be worn on a daily basis. My favorite part is the five interchangeable top rings. This allows your recipient to switch between classic gold and pops of pink, red, and blue.
camping snap screen free digital camera
I often hear people talk about turning their smartphones into “dumb phones.” The idea is to reduce phone usage to necessities like calling and texting. When taking camping snapshots, the camera angle is important. This is a screenless digital camera that functions like a film camera, but without the recurring costs of purchasing and developing film.
Compact and lightweight, it fits in your pocket or small handbag. Take and save up to 500 photos and transfer them to your computer via USB-C wire. It’s so popular that the brand’s website says it has very limited stock and is working to produce more as soon as possible. Get your limited edition leopard print on time at Urban Outfitters.
See more editor-approved holiday gifts for her
As the holiday season approaches, shop now to make the most of Cyber Monday deals on Apple Airpods, baby pink Dutch ovens, premium laundry detergent, and more. We recommend ordering non-Cyber Monday sale gifts as soon as possible, like a Chanel makeup set or a Coach Alter/Ego bag.
Great Jones Dutch Baby Dutch Oven
Chanel N°5 Low Eau de Toilette Perth Spray
slip silk initial collection pillow cover
prada infusion dillis candle
DedCool Laundry Day Detergent Set
Tamim Alnuweiri is a senior beauty writer with 10 years of experience in the beauty industry. She’s tested hundreds of skin care, hair care, and makeup products and written first-hand reviews for many of them.