When it comes to over-the-top holiday gifts, it never hurts to look at luxury gift ideas for inspiration. No damage has ever been done to our savings by just looking, right? Right. Sure, this holiday gift guide season we've taken upon us to search high and low the perfect gifts under $20, but we still needed to roundup the luxe gifts we can't stop staring (and thinking) about. But, if you do feel like splurging, for better or for worse, this article has all your splurging needs covered.
From luxury clothing and accessories to beauty and lifestyle products, we fully support the acquisition of the gift ideas below. And because splurging means different things to different people, we've made sure to include gifts that cover the complete luxurious spectrum. Whether it’s the best hair dryer or the most wanted moisturizer, there's one luxury item below that will make you say, “pinky up!”
Beauty Luxury Gift Ideas
We can’t talk luxury skincare without mentioning La Mer. Any beauty-obsessed friend would pass out over unwrapping a La Mer gift. The brand’s rich moisturizing cream is the thick, luscious gift that keeps on giving, especially during this cold weather when skin is prone to dryness.
Dyson is the holy grail of hair dryers for a reason. If you want to experience how your hair will immediately be smoother and shinier when using a Dyson hair dryer for yourself, the holidays are the perfect time to treat yourself to this luxury gift idea. \
If you want to try out a Tata Harper product but don't know which one to go for, might we suggest their Resurfacing Mask. We kid you not when we say it's life-changing. And since we know you'll be hooked after the first try, this limited edition jumbo option will keep you covered all through 2020. Talk about a gift that keeps on giving. \
Clothing & Accessories Luxury Gift Ideas
When speaking of luxury fabrics, cashmere immediately pops up and Everlane has some great (and affordable) cashmere options. Case in point: this jumpsuit perfect for lounging around your apartment in style or dressing up with booties and a cozy coat for a weekend stroll. It's only in this roundup because it's over $100 but comparing it with other luxurious cashmere goods, we say it's a great gift idea.
This Mejuri pinky ring is perfect because it's fairly small and dainty, but still has a lot of visual weight so it'll definitely stand out. It's solid gold, so you don't have to worry about the color fading either. Our contributing writer, Aamina Khan, tried this ring on in the Mejuri showroom in NYC a few months ago and has been thinking about it ever since.
Will personalized jewelry ever go out of style? We think not! Baby Gold designs personalized jewelry made from 100% recycled gold. From their spaced letter necklace to name rings, they got you covered and these pieces will add a special personal touch to anyone who receives the gift.
Lifestyle Luxury Gift Ideas
Every jet setter has a piece of holy grail luggage, it’s like an unwritten rule of travel. Insert: Away luggage. The sleek bags are easy to travel with and don’t cause a hassle while being designed with a battery that can charge your phone. We all have that friend who overpacks for their trip, and this is the ideal gift for them because the space their bags provide is unlike any other. Consider this long-lasting bag the best gift investment you’ve ever made.
Fans are an underrated gift idea. Not to mention, an underrated luxurious gift idea. Cue: Dyson's tower fan. As an Amazon reviewer notes, it's "pricey but worth it." Keep your dorm or apartment fresh and breezy all year long with this tower fan.
Whether you're on the West Coast or the East Coast, challenge your body this upcoming year with some boxing classes at Rumble. They're really fun, especially when you have work out buddies. You can usually catch a handful of Teen Vogue editors after work sweating and punching things together!
Just like you wear your leggings to lounge around and not actually work out, you might want to consider this marble dumbbell, too. Because technically for $100 you get two gifts in one: 1) An actual weight for exercise purposes and 2) a good decor accent for your apartment.
If you're looking for that one splurge-worthy item, these flats from Louis Vuitton might catch your eye. They're are ridiculous in the best of ways! I mean, it wasn't until we stumbled upon them that we didn't know we needed furry, slip-ons to strut all over our house (and beyond). Pinky up!
