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13 Memorable Holiday Gifts For Everyone On Your List, Near Or Far

From Burberry earrings to Tom Ford fragrance.

by Brynn Wallner

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Get ready for holiday parties, big celebratory dinners, trips home to see family — wait, no. Scratch that. It’s 2020. What does the most wonderful time of the year look like in the weirdest year on record? Social distancing and travel restrictions don’t exactly bode well for quality time with loved ones — but we’re experts at this by now (as long as Zoom doesn’t crash). Plus, distance makes the heart grow fonder.

That being said, distance also makes giving thoughtful gifts feel that much more important. Gone are the days of showing up at your parents' house with a bow on your head, proclaiming “I’m the gift!” You’ve got to get a little more creative than that. But no pressure, right? Don’t stress — we’ve got your back with a list of goodies for everyone on your list, near or far. Whether it’s a pair of oversized Chloe shades for your paparazzi-ready roommate or a Dry Bar kit to prep your BFF for lockdown part two, Saks OFF 5TH has it all at amazing discounts. After all, every dollar counts this holiday season, and Saks OFF 5TH is the best way to maximize your budget. Maybe shopping from home isn’t that bad after all.

The Festive Candle Set

For your coworker who starts playing Christmas songs on November 1.

3-Piece Scented Candle Set
Molton Brown
This 3 piece candle set will turn any room into a winter wonderland (but not in a sickly, saccharine way… Molton Brown does it with class). the scent profile is a mixture of frankincense, juniper berries, pine, allspice (and everything nice) – which means that when she burns these, they’re 100% likely to spark holiday joy.

The Fashion Blanket

Because you can take the girl out of the city, but you can’t take the city out of the girl.

Logo Design Wool Blanket
Moschino
Maybe you have a friend who was forced to move home due to the pandemic, and the holidays have her feeling a little homesick for the lights and glamour of the city. (Sometimes a girl just likes to feel fancy, okay?) What better way to send comforting vibes than treating her to a cozy blanket that literally has chic (“MOSCHINO”) written all over it?

The Bucket Bag

A carry-all for your friend who has it all.

Bissett Snakeskin-Embossed Leather Bucket Bag
Staud
For that friend who has, like, everything in her purse. A phone charger? Check. Extra tampons? Check. Lip gloss? Check. A small dog? Well, maybe that’s a bit extreme. Anyway, this snakeskin-embossed leather bucket bag by Staud is the chic version of the fairytale magic purse.

A Bottled Escape

For the girl who’s still mourning her canceled trip to New York City.

Candy Night Eau de Parfum
Prada
Inspired by cityscapes and the freedom found after dark, Prada's Night fragrance lends some imagination in the age of social distancing. Take it from us – the best cure for shelter-in-place blues is just a spritz away.

The Cashmere Hoodie

When your sister’s cozy clothes could use an upgrade.

Cashmere Hoodie
Saks Fifth Avenue
2020 has definitely been the official year of athleisure, and maybe your sister’s old college sweatshirt is starting to show some major wear and tear. The solution? This cashmere hoodie with all the comfort of… a regular hoodie. But, as we said, it’s cashmere. Instant upgrade.

The Cashmere Joggers (A Cashmere Hoodie’s Best Friend)

If you want to win Sister of the Year award.

Cashmere Jogging Pants
Saks Fifth Avenue
Want to take the above gift to the next level? Make it a set. Nothing says “I love you” like a cashmere hoodie + jogger combo. Your sis will be eternally grateful every time she gets dressed for a streaming marathon.

The Paparazzi Shades

For the friend who’s camera-ready on every errand run.

59MM Round Sunglasses
Chloé
Spotted: Your favorite it-girl grabbing a latte. Wait, that’s not a famous starlet – that’s your friend rocking the new Chloe sunglasses you gave her for Christmas. Yes, these oversized shades will transform a routine grocery store run into a paparazzi frenzy. Don’t say we didn’t warn you!

DIY Dry Bar

For your BFF who got a blow out the day salons re-opened.

At First Crush Straightening Brush Kit 7-Piece Set
Drybar
This genius kit by Dry Bar is the next best thing to, well, a trip to Dry Bar. The 7-piece set includes a straightening brush, a detangling brush, hair clips, hairspray, dry shampoo, and heat-protectant spray. In other words? If we go into lockdown part 2, your BFF can give herself the full salon treatment without breaking any social distancing guidelines.

The Thigh-Highs

For the girl who always gets “legs for daysss” commented on her IG posts.

Genna Over-The-Knee Faux Suede Boots
Stuart Weitzman
These stuart weitzman over-the-knee boots are honestly it. oh, and did we mention they’re cruelty free? faux suede, baby! get these for your leggy friend whose wall is decked with pics of '90s supermodels, then watch her turn the sidewalk into a runway.

A Modern Record Player

For that friend who’s always starring in her own indie movie.

Radio T200 Turntable
Crosley
We all have that friend who’s life is so charmed that she might as well be living in a French New Wave film. Odds are she probably has a few vintage records lying around. This record player has all the modern accouterments, without sparing any of that old-school magic.

A Pair Of Burberry Earrings

For the effortlessly chic.

Goldtone & Leather-Wrapped Hoop Earrings
Burberry
You really can't go wrong with a classic pair of hoops — and this leather-wrapped pair from Burberry is a perfect match for the effortless minimalist.

House Slippers

For your other roommate who says “TAKE OFF YOUR SHOES!” every time you enter the apartment.

Coco Faux Fur Slippers
Saks Fifth Avenue
These faux-fur slippers put all other slippers to shame (sorry). Warm, cozy, soft, and chic, they’re made for chilling in style. Get them for your roommate who loves shoes, but can’t stand shoes in the house.

Luxe Shower Gel Set

If your roommate’s bathroom drawer is dedicated to tiny hotel toiletry bottles.

Bold Adventures 2-Piece Bathing Gift Set
Molton Brown
Why settle with half-empty toiletry bottles? Molton Brown’s 2-piece shower + bath gel set will transport your luxury-loving friend to the lush life with globally-inspired scents of vetiver, grapefruit, and black pepper. It’s like a trip across the world to her favorite hotel without airport security.