Although we all know this season isn’t about the material things, it’s nice to splurge on the ones we love most, when we can. We can all agree that unboxing something truly special is momentous, especially when given by someone you love. This list of last-minute luxury gift ideas is hand-selected to ensure you find the best gift without wastefully spending your hard-earned coin.
For the fashionista, for the homebody, for the bookworm, and the corporate powerhouse, there’s something on this list for everyone.
It’s Giving Luxury Beauty…
La Mer The Energize & Replenish Set
La Mer
Give the gift of renewal and relaxation with the La Mer Energize and Replenish Set for $195.
Jenny Patinkin Cryo Glow Globes
Jenny Patinkin
For anyone who tackles early mornings on the regular, these Cryo Glow Globes will do the trick. For around $60, you can’t find a better gift for a woman on the go!
SLIP Tie-Dyed Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask
SLIP
We’re all looking for a great night’s sleep and a silk sleep mask can aid in that. This one from SLIP is crafted from the highest-grade mulberry silk and designed to block out all light without irritating your skin.
T3 Lucea ID Styling Tool
T3
Awarded Allure’s Best Of Breakthrough in 2020, the T3 Lucea ID is the latest version of the three-in-one styler. Equipped with a smart-touch interface and HeatID technology, T3 Lucea ID intelligently adjusts heat to your unique profile, based on your hair texture, length, and color treatments.
Viktor&Rolf Flowerbomb Eau de Parfum Spray
Victor&Rolf
One of the hottest perfume brands on the market, Victor&Rolf Flowerbomb is a delicious and iconic floral women's perfume infused with a flower bouquet of cattleyas, jasmine, freesia, and millions of rose petals.
Dr. Dennis Gross Merry Smooth & Bright Kit
Dr. Dennis Gross
There are limited skincare brands we’d recommend for Christmas, and Dr. Dennis Gross is one of them. The holiday Merry Smooth + Bright Skin Kit includes the coveted DRx SpectraLite™ FaceWare Pro, the Correction Eye Serum, the Texture Renewal Serum, and a 5 of the Daily Peel packets.
It’s Giving Luxury Living…
Jonathan Adler Marseilles Coasters
Jonathan Adler
These minimalist coasters from Jonathan Adler can add character to any room. It’s the perfect stocking-stuffer for your work BFF, in-laws, or (let’s be honest) yourself! If coasters aren’t your thing, Adler has a bevy of other beautiful homeware pieces to pick from.
Virgil Abloh. Nike. ICONS by Virgil Abloh
Virgil Abloh
An often overlooked gift is a beautiful coffee table book. Whether it’s for your interior designing bestie or your stylish guy friend - the Virgil Abloh ICONS book hits the mark. ICONS traces Abloh’s investigative, creative process through documentation of the prototypes, original text messages from Abloh to Nike designers, and treasures from the Nike archives.
Soho Home Barwell Ice Bucket
Soho Home
Who doesn’t like a bit of drama while hosting a party? This crystal ice Bucket from Soho Home screams drama and glamour; perfect for the friend who also hosts girls' night.
Dr. Vranjes Firenze Scented Candle and Diffuser Gift Set - Ambra
Dr. Vranjes Firenze
Dr. Vranjes Firenze is hand-crafted in Florence and by far one of the best fragrance brands globally. The gift set includes a scented candle and their iconic diffuser in the scent Ambra, which is a blend of amber, patchouli, and sandalwood.
Assouline Capri Dolce Vita by Cesare Cunaccia
Assouline
You’ve probably seen these books in the background of your favorite TikToker, and for good reason. Assouline specializes in hand-crafted luxury books, across a range of subjects and industries. Their recent collection of travel books, written and curated by globally renowned artists, make the perfect gift for a friend who can’t stay still.
Anissa Kermiche Best Friend Vase
Anissa Kermiche
One positive thing that came out of multiple stay-at-home orders in 2020 was the resurgence of unique and creative home decor. This 'Breast Friend' ceramic vase playfully depicts a curvaceous bust and can be a stand-alone piece or filled with beautiful seasonal florals.
It’s Giving Luxury Fashion…
Fendi First Small
Fendi
Guaranteed to be on the Christmas list of any fashion addict, the Fendi First bag will be 2022’s IT bag. Available in a myriad of colors and sizes, you can’t go wrong with this under the tree.
MACH & MACH Double Bow 110MM Pumps
MACH & MACH
Be prepared to make anyone’s Christmas with the shoes of the season: the Mach and Mach Double Bow 100MM shoes. The lustful shoes reached cult status (thanks, TikTok!) and that energy doesn’t seem to be diminishing anytime soon.
VLogo Signature Earrings in Metal and Swarovski Crystals
Valentino
Give the gift of ultimate glam with these Swarovski crystal earrings from Valentino. The VLogo signature earrings are perfect for any glam girl on your list.
Olivia von Halle Queenie Printed Silk-Satin Robe
Oliva Von Halle
The past two years have taught of the importance of luxury at home, and the Olivia von Halle robe is just that. Featured in a variety of silk-satin patterns, this robe is designed in London and is a favorite amongst fashion IT girls.
Etoile Isabel Marant Dilys Belted Puffer Jacket
Neiman Marcus
This gift is reserved for the trendiest person in your friend group. It’s a great long-wear coat as it encapsulates the après-ski trendiest perfectly, but the silhouette keeps you going back for years to come.
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Here are some of my favorite takeaways from three standout panels featuring Jordan Chiles, Marsai Martin, and Kandi Burruss.
Leveling Up Your A-Game with Jordan Chiles, Morgan Shaw Parker, Chelsea Fishman, Laura Correnti, and Tabitha Turner-Wilkins
Jordan Chiles
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Olympic gymnast Jordan may have medals and magazine covers to her name, but her mindset is refreshingly grounded. “The day I finally feel pressure,” she said, “will be the day I know there’s still more for me to learn.” For her, joy—not pressure—is the fuel. Her confidence isn’t performative; it’s rooted in family, self-worth, and authenticity.
“Everything I’ve done in my career—tattoos, long nails, rocking my crew at the Olympics—that’s all me. It’s not because someone told me to do it. It’s because I felt confident doing it. And that’s where my ambition comes from: being my authentic self.”
For Morgan Shaw Parker, President & COO of the Atlanta Dream, the conversation around pressure went even deeper. “Legacy work” is how she described her mission—navigating male-dominated spaces, sometimes pregnant and pumping on NFL team planes. “After COVID and George Floyd,” she shared, “it became clear to me: vulnerability is power. You don’t have to show up perfect to lead.”
Chelsea Fishman, founder of Atlanta's first bar dedicated to women’s sports, Jolene Jolene, shared how the haters (especially the Reddit kind) were her confirmation: “All those comments saying it would fail—those were the signs that I was doing something right.” She’s hosted 25+ watch parties already and is building the very community they said would never come.
This panel also touched on ambition, authenticity, and owning your power—both in sneakers and in suits. One of the best mic-drop moments came when the moderator flipped the question: “What if we stopped making ‘power’ a bad word for women?” A nod-worthy reminder that we’re not here to play small.
Making Your Voice Heard with Marsai Martin, Carol Martin, Miss Milan, and Heather McMahan
Marsai Martin
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This panel was a masterclass in staying grounded while growing up—or glamming up—on the global stage. Actress and producer Marsai talked about what it’s like to show up in high-pressure moments when your confidence is low but the world is still watching. From red carpets to long shoot days, she reminded us that even when you’re not at 100%, you still find a way to push through.
“There have been days where I wasn’t feeling the best, but I still had to show up on this carpet. Or it was that time of the month, but I still had to go on set. I just didn’t feel as confident—but it’s about how you take care of yourself in those moments and still keep pushing.”
Her mom and business partner Carol Martin dropped gems about motherhood and mentorship: “It’s like teaching your kid to ride a bike over and over again. Now the bike is a movie or a brand.” That balance between guiding and letting go? Not easy—but essential when you’re raising a mogul and running a company.
“There have been days where I wasn’t feeling the best, but I still had to show up on this carpet. Or it was that time of the month, but I still had to go on set. I just didn’t feel as confident—but it’s about how you take care of yourself in those moments and still keep pushing.”
Miss Milan, Grammy Award-winning DJ and Doechii’s right-hand woman, lit the crowd up with her no-nonsense energy. “I built my own table,” she said. “When you build it, they can’t tell you you can’t sit.” From journaling her dreams to manifesting Grammys, her story is one of resilience and intention—and a whole lot of faith in her own vision.
This panel didn’t shy away from hard truths either: the sadness that can come with success, the fear of fading relevance, the criticism that hits differently when it’s personal. But Marsai said it best: know your why. And let it evolve with you.
The Cost of Starting Your Own Business with Kandi Burruss and Nikki Ogunnaike
Kandi Burruss
Carol Lee Rose/ Getty Images for Marie ClaireKandi doesn’t sugarcoat the grind. From chart-topping songwriter to multi-business entrepreneur, she’s built her empire one risk—and one reinvention—at a time.
“Fear equals failure. If you don’t even try, you’ve failed automatically —and you did it to yourself. I’d rather take a risk and lose money than play it safe and never know what could’ve happened.”
She broke down the real costs of entrepreneurship: money, time, and emotional bandwidth. “You think you’re going to work less when you work for yourself?” she laughed. “You’re going to work more.” For Kandi, mommy guilt and financial setbacks are part of the package—but so is the satisfaction of seeing an idea through.
She opened up about scaling back on her clothing store and temporarily closing the original Old Lady Gang location. “It felt like failure,” she admitted, “but sometimes you have to step back to make things better.” Still, she’s not one to quit. She just pivots—with precision.
One of her most memorable reflections? How her music career hiccup led her to songwriting—ultimately writing the mega-hit “No Scrubs.” That song became the key to a new lane and legacy. “You may think you’re working on one dream,” she said, “but it could open the door to another.”
Also? Kandi wants you to stop emailing her from a Gmail. “You’re doing million-dollar business on a bootleg budget,” she joked. “Invest in yourself. Start with a domain name!”
The Marie Claire Power Play Summit was a powerful reminder that ambition, authenticity, and vulnerability aren’t separate traits—they work in tandem. Whether you’re building a bar, a brand, or a business from scratch, the key is to stay rooted in your voice, your story, and your why.
And if you need a sign to go for it? Consider this your green light.
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