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While I can discuss cool fashion gifts at length, there is perhaps no topic I'm more excited to dive into than the best luxury holiday gifts of the season. The year in luxury fashion has been especially interesting and collectible, and now is the moment to make some key investments, whether you're giving a piece to someone else or treating yourself to something special.
I constantly have my eye on the standout luxury items, but here, I've boiled it down to the very best pieces to gift from the designer space. From beautiful investment watches that will stand the test of time to stunning designer bags to little luxuries, these pieces are topping my short list for gifting season. Ahead are the best luxury holiday gifts of the season, according to this editor.
Dream piece.
Manifesting this Cartier watch into my closet.
Who wouldn't love to unwrap something from Hermès?
Charvet's slippers are made in France and come with a matching pouch, making them the perfect travel piece.
The ultimate gift for any mum.
For something indulgent.
To pair with a watch.
Just released from Chanel.
For someone who is always wearing the latest sneakers.
This whipstitched cashmere blanket is a forever home piece.
For the person who is always googling upcoming flight plans.
This is one of my favorite beauty things to gift.
Beautiful and functional.
The cult pants every fashion person can't stop talking about.
The cult hair dryer every single person I know wants to own.
The next iteration of Alaïa's cult ballet flats.
This refillable leather lipstick case is simply gorgeous.
The Gucci bag our editors can't stop talking about.
The best of the best in beauty.
The watch insiders' watch.
For the décor-loving fitness person.
I recommend this year after year.
Commit Liberowe to memory.
The It bag that is almost always sold out.
A forever piece.
By Malene Birger is the brand to know.
An evening bag has never looked so cool.
The faux-fur trim makes this the perfect way to wear a trench in the winter.
The jewelry piece that has been on my wish list for years.
When it comes to beauty gifts, this is a truly perfect choice.
The Toryssance is thriving.
The Celine shoes I want in my closet.
So timeless.
A work of art.
Every cool NYC person owns this bag.
A classic Elsa Peretti design.
Something for the Prada people.
How beautiful is this backgammon set?
An iconic design.
The travel bag I haven't been able to stop thinking about for over a decade.
Everyone I know wants this Toteme scarf-coat if they don't own it already.
Stunning.
Miu Miu and New Balance have done it again.
Versace, Versace, Versace.
These heels alone have sold me on the patent-leather comeback.
Passport to Paris.
A personal favorite.
Nour Hammour's outerwear is next-level good.
For something festive.
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