If you, like many of our editors, are looking for the best gifts in 2024 to give and receive (yes, it’s totally acceptable to make your very own holiday wish list), consider this your official guide to easing the burden of holiday shopping. While there are so many trinkets and baubles to choose from, if you do a little digging sometimes, you’ll come across a winner that, surprisingly, could work well for everyone on your shopping list. Throughout our searches, we have unearthed some special finds that are worthy of giving to not just one, but a few of our family members and friends.
From elevated sleepwear to pocket-sized luxuries from the best jewelry brands and memorable beauty splurges, there’s something for every type of recipient out there. The World Cup is fast approaching—need something for the soccer enthusiast? Try Forty Two Co.’s knitted jerseys. Looking for a token of appreciation for your mother? How about Dior’s beauty advent calendar. Is there a animal lover in your life? Susan Alexandria’s beaded pet collar and leash is sure to delight pet parents. Open to a splurge? Maybe you’re in need of a Burberry blanket.
Ahead, 15 Vogue editors describe their vision of the wish lists of 2024 to give (and receive) for the holidays.
Vogue’s Top Gifts to Give and Get
- For the Scent Collector: Diptyque Advent Calendar, $495
- For the At-Home Chef: Dusen Dusen Eggplant Cotton Oven Mitt, $44
- For the Cashmere Enthusiast: Nori x La Ligne Fabric Shaver, $59
- For the Homebody: Burberry Checked Wool Blanket, $1,790
- The Stocking Stuffer: J.Crew Pearl Bow Trouser Socks, $35
- The Can’t-Go-Wrong Gift: Brooklinen super-plush robe, $99
- For the Early Riser: Rami Kim Studio White & Blue Lucy Mug Set, $150
- For a One-of-a-Kind Gift: Emi Jay Big Effing Clip, $86
- For the Skin-Care Lover: Dr. Barbara Sturm Limited Edition Townhouse Skincare Set, $210
- For the Dogue Parent: Susan Alexandra beaded walk leash & collar bundle, $235
Chloe Malle, Editor, Vogue.com
To Give:
I love a festive gift and what better way to make something feel gifty than to put a bow on it! I love these Jennifer Behr monogrammed hair bows and these pearly socks are just fanciful enough to be something one probably wouldn’t buy for yourself, so a perfect present.
To Receive:
For myself, I’ve been craving Forty Two Co’s chic knit soccer jerseys. My husband is a huge soccer fan and this feels like a fashion-y way to lean into that. Also, the only thing better than being gifted cashmere is a cashmere shaver!
Libby Page, shopping executive commerce director
To Give:
These fail safes suit so many different style types, they feel timeless but chic!
To Receive:
I’m being a generous self-gifter. New jewelry brand Tabayer has been on my mind. I love their classic-with-a-twist appeal.
Talia Abbas, senior shopping editor
To Give:
My best friend recently gave birth to her second girl, and I’m late on getting her a gift (if you’re reading this, I’m sorry, I love you!). I plan on sending her a few things at once from Flamingo Estate, plus a notebook to commit the recipes from our shared baking Google doc to paper. My mom loves all things Chanel, so I’d love to surprise her with this lip balm and hand cream duo—it comes in the chicest tweed pouch. I also want her to have Liis’s Choux Choux perfume, as chou chou is what she always calls me.
To Receive:
Jewelry is always a good idea—this year, I plan on gifting myself something from Sophie Bille Brahe. Otherwise, I’d love to receive something practical yet cozy for the winter—a hand-knit Suzie Kondi beanie is on my wish list at the moment.
Cortne Bonilla, Senior Shopping Writer
To Give:
Every holiday season, I like to go above and beyond for my family. It’s not often we get to gather these days, with everyone living in different states, so we take gift giving very, very seriously. My husband is an audio engineer, and I like to surprise him with a useful but chic gift he will actually use. My mom is a huge fashion girly (does anyone else’s mother wear Comme de Garçons?) and has been decorating her bags with necklaces and other baubles—very on trend. For other women in my family, like my sister and mother-in-law, I love to gift scents for them to discover. They’re always so surprised and thrilled to try options they may not have heard of before.
Kiana Murden, senior beauty shopping writer
To Give:
Naturally, I’m an exceptional beauty gift giver. I have to use this expertise for a good cause! Fragrance is the most well-received gift, it seems. There’s no better gift than introducing my loved ones to a new scent, from a classic Jo Malone candle to the festive Chanel fragrance chain that I’m literally obsessed with.
To Receive:
I love to receive practical and/or home related gifts. Of the former, as an avid journaler, I am always in need of a new notebook, preferably bound and made from a sleek leather. Few are as coveted as the Smythson! Of the latter, this mohair throw would make an excellent addition to my freshly redecorated bedroom.
Arden Fanning Andrews, beauty editor at large
To Give:
I never really had advent calendars in Texas so I’m loving them now that I know my husband does after our beauty queen Kiana introduced him to all the best ones? Lots of pretty cool things in their own cozy rooms? Something to look forward to every day!? He likes scented candles so I’ll be giving him Dyptique‘s Limited Edition one (he also gets a pair of JNCOs 1179 Easy Wide Pipes so we can be a set) and I’d like to give Le 30 Montaigne Dior Beauty Advent Calendar to his mom Mary because they make the bessst tiny miniature versions of their products that feel collectible and she wants to come to Paris next year. Then I may gift our beauty closet king Edward these Doc Martin Anistone Hi Leather Biker Boots because we basically wear the same size and in the end we’ll probably share them.
To Receive:
I want to get a Flamingo Estate seasonal subscription box and I hope there’s lots of food in it every time.
Ian Malone, experiences development manager
To Give:
You can never go wrong with a beautiful picture frame from Tiffany. The Italian jewelry giant, Bulgari makes exceptional leather goods. Designer Mary Katrantzou recently reinvented their line of luxury bags, which would make a perfect present for any woman on your list. Give the gift of relaxation with a jar of Dr. Barbara Sturm clarifying mask. A cozy throw from Burberry offers the perfect treat to counter the season’s chill.
To Receive:
For months, I have coveted the Bottega Andiamo Intrecciato messenger bag. I travel so often that I favor bags that double as carry-on items. As for smaller treasures, I find nothing more classic than a beautiful lighter. St Dupont has been making exquisite objects since 1872. The Line 2 Natural Black Lacquer model with yellow gold finish is a perfect example of the brand’s craftsmanship. Saks just launched its fine art offering and from their selection, I am partial to this striking photograph by Alexander Apóstol. As someone who wears a tuxedo more often than sweatpants, I can never have enough shirt studs, like this set from Cartier.
Leah Faye Cooper, digital style director
To Give:
These cakes are divine and make a fantastic gift for both the serious cooks in your life, and those who are less-advanced in the kitchen. Budding chefs will love these too—my 12-year-old niece is a big fan.
To Receive:
Buying clothes for someone is always a gamble, but you can’t go with a cozy, oversized knit. For myself, this is heavy knit from Entire Studios is one of my favorites.
Florence O’Connor, associate content manager & app news editor
To Give:
Last year I bought a few family members monogrammed hair clips for Christmas and they absolutely loved them! They were such a hit that I will definitely be repeating the gift idea for friends this year; however, this time I will be stepping up the quality and going for custom Emi Jay clips. And of course, pajamas. They are a classic holiday gift for a reason! Who doesn’t love a fresh new pair of pajamas! My recent go-to for comfy gift-giving has been cozyland.
To Receive:
I also recently gifted myself the La Ligne Long Sleeve Breton Tee after eyeing it for a few months and it truly is the perfect top, which ultimately makes it the perfect gift (for yourself or others!)
Irene Kim, production and editorial associate
To Give:
This year for the holidays I would love to give my cousins a charm from the Laufey x Catbird collaboration. We all love Laufey and Catbird so it would be a cute way for us to all have a matching piece of jewelry.
To Receive:
I would love to receive the Gertrude cuff from Reformation’s latest collaboration with Clare Waight Keller. It’s simple and so stunning! It would also be nice to receive some new bras from Skims as well, they’re my favorite to wear, but also the essential item I hate purchasing with my own money!
Conçetta Ciarlo, associate manager, events
To Give:
As an only child with more intimate sized holiday celebrations, the main people I’m thinking about giving gifts to are always my parents. My parents are the most selfless of individuals, so inevitably, they rarely treat themselves—I try to encourage some self indulgence and care each Christmas! For my mom, a lover of adorable packaging and my mentee when it comes to skincare, she’ll adore the Barbara Sturm Townhouse advent calendar. For my dad (who has a notorious love of chocolate), Compartés Gourmet Chocolate advent calendar will be especially fun for him. And for my closest friends, I love to turn to makeup gift sets and unique homeware—things they may not buy themselves, but would adore receiving.
To Receive:
For myself, It’s all about accessories (though last year I got pink Fender bass, which was cool)! I recently chopped my hair, and love accessorizing my bob…this Sandy Liang rose beret is on my wish list, alongside uniquely shaped hoops from Jenny Bird and the studded Tory Burch clogs mules I’ve been coveting for months.
Emma Spector, culture contributor
To Give:
I’m giving everyone these Dusen Dusen oven mitts that promise to make even standing in your kitchen roasting vegetables a surprisingly chic experience.
To Receive:
I would love for someone to gift me the Susan Alexandra beaded leash and collar set for my newly adopted Maltipoo, Frankie, who needs to be the best-dressed dog on my particular block. Hopefully the gifted oven mitts will help me to earn the good karma necessary for this to happen.
Sasha Pinto, Vogue100 experiences manager
To Give:
The ultimate holiday gift this season? I’m giving friends a self-care trio that elevates everyday rituals into moments of pure indulgence. First, a gorgeous Saint Candle created by innovative music executive, Ira DeWitt, that not only includes holy oil and envelops your world in scented luxury, but each candle supports St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Next is the luxurious Never Go Alone’s Renew Hand Cream, a winter must-have that leaves hands feeling like cashmere, crafted by London-based visionary, Nga Nguyen. And for the finishing touch, RéVive’s Renewal Night Cream is a miracle face potion that transforms your skin with a little beauty-sleep magic. This trio offers the ultimate cozy night-in ritual, combining luxury, comfort, and purpose.
To Receive:
As for my own wish list, I’m hoping to add some fabulous Fornasetti plates and decor items to my collection. Fornasetti’s artistry brings such a fun touch of whimsy to any home.
Alexandra Ditch, associate commerce producer
To Give:
To celebrate the holiday season each year, a few of my best friends and I go out to dinner in West Village, and then head back to one of our apartments to throw on matching pajama sets and exchange gifts! I typically lean into a beauty theme for their gifts—Last year, I gifted monogrammed makeup bags and filled them with products I knew they’d love. This year, I’m thinking along the lines of a luxurious Brooklinen robe, or a Diptyque candle set (both of which I personally own and love!).
To Receive:
This year (in addition to a plethora of fashion finds from Vogue Shopping’s Under $300 edit, of course!), I’m hoping to receive an Oura ring so that I can better track my sleep and exercise! I have never been one to wear a clunky fitness watch, so I am excited by the super sleek design of this ring.
Clarissa Schmidt, marketing and production manager
To Give:
I love gifting my friends and family warm, cozy knits they can burrow themselves in all winter long. My beauty-obsessed sister loves all things makeup, so I’m sure she’d love to see Rhode’s new Toasted Teddy and Espresso duo in her stocking this year!
To Receive:
I recently got engaged this past spring, and while no immediate wedding plans are in the works just yet, it wouldn’t hurt to think—or should I say daydream?—about what our bands could look like. My beautiful engagement ring is from Bario Neal, a women-owned, custom jewelry designer in Brooklyn. My fiancé and I loved our experience of collaborating with them on my vision, and we’re already looking forward to working together on our wedding bands. I have my eye on their dazzling Eternity style, but I also can’t stop thinking about the Open Lash mini. I might just have to get both… oops!
