This time of year, every retailer is vying for our attention, hoping that their selection is the one that stands up to the rest. But after spending one too many hours scouring every last one's gift offerings (which, I might add, is a very dangerous aspect of my job as a fashion editor), I realized that narrowing it down to just one holiday-season winner simply wasn't going to be possible. Rather, by my count, there are three retailers that have taken gift-giving to the next level in 2021.
With my gifting to-do list in hand, I set out to check off every last name with a little help from Nordstrom, Shopbop, and Net-a-Porter, and, as predicted, all of the above came through. From cozy Skims loungewear and shearling slippers to trendy holiday accessories and home scents that are worth every penny, I'd be willing to bet that the 45 gift ideas ahead will impress even the pickiest person in your circle.
Net-a-Porter
The lounge shorts of the year.
I know these are on my wish list.
I'm jealous of whoever's on the receiving end of this gift set.
Tie-dye cashmere socks? Yes, please.
These aren't your average leggings.
Small but mighty.
I don't know what I love more, the aesthetic or the scent of this candle.
A classic choice.
A balaclava and a dickey teamed up.
I want friends that would gift me these.
Everyone is wearing stirrup leggings right now.
A winter essential.
Magic sauce.
For winter nights in and summer nights out.
Roxanne Assoulin's cult-favorite charm bracelets just got the Gen-Z touch.
Nordstrom
A no-brainer gift.
Every wardrobe could use a pair of these.
Your BFF's new 24/7 bag.
Dad vibes.
Green is *the* color of winter.
For indoor and outdoor comfort.
This is the dreamiest winter scent.
Shackets are all the rage right now.
The best workout leggings.
This tint is truly stunning.
I won't tell if you gift this cashmere sweater to all of your loved ones this year.
The chicest.
Fluffy.
How good are these?
Talk about a luxury gift.
Shopbop
Your Gen-Z family members will be obsessed with this bag.
Tennis is trending.
These are by far the best thongs.
Silk pillowcases are game changers.
A pop of color.
Festive.
This is too cute.
I want everyone to get the chance to wear these every day.
Give the gift of vintage style.
When your earring is this cute, you only need one.
The perfect holiday party look topper.
This stunning mini bag is just waiting for a new owner.
This candle smells incredible.
A model off-duty favorite.
And just like that, I'm ready to check out (with this top in my cart, of course).
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