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75 Unique Christmas Gift Ideas That’ll Put Those Basic Prezzies to Shame

(I know it’s literally still summer, buttttt you gotta see these finds.)

By Daisy Maldonado and Jacquelyn Greenfield
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Okay, okay, hear me out: It’s never too early to start shopping for Christmas gifts. Think about it, new sales are popping up every day and (let’s be real) we tend to procrastinate gift shopping. A good workaround? Starting your holiday shopping now! Don’t know where to start? No biggie. We’ve gathered up all the best Christmas gift ideas we could find, and it’s all waiting for you below.

As you'll see when you keep scrolling, we're not going to let you settle for a poorly thought-out, last-minute gift or something basic AF. Nope, not this year! Which is why we put effort into finding so many cool and out-of-the-box Christmas gift ideas for everyone on your list. We've got a weighted eye pillow, Himalayan salt tequila glasses, a leather backpack, and even a cheese subscription, just to name a few. So yeah, Santa, take notes.

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this record player with built-in Bluetooth speakers

Crosley Voyager Vintage Portable Turntable

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this record player with built-in Bluetooth speakers

Crosley Voyager Vintage Portable Turntable

Now 17% Off
$75 at Amazon

Music buff or not, anyone with good taste would love this vintage-inspired record player that makes for a gorge piece of decor. Plus it's available in 15 different colors!

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this gift for your fave foodie

Williams Sonoma 3 Months of European Cheese Subscription

3 Months of European Cheese Subscription
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this gift for your fave foodie

Williams Sonoma 3 Months of European Cheese Subscription

A three-month supply of cow's milk, goat's milk, and sheep's milk cheeses from the finest artisanal European cheesemakers delivered to the doorstep of someone you love? Incredible!

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this real AF throw pillow

Furbish Studio Not My Circus Needlepoint Pillow

Not My Circus Needlepoint Pillow
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this real AF throw pillow

Furbish Studio Not My Circus Needlepoint Pillow

Credit: Revolve

You can't go wrong with a little something that will transform their space, if ever so slightly. While there are plenty of throw pillows you can buy, why not purchase a piece that has a hilarious message and is super cute?

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this gummy bear light

Uncommon Goods Squishy Gummy Bear Light

Squishy Gummy Bear Light
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this gummy bear light

Uncommon Goods Squishy Gummy Bear Light

If you’re looking for something really unique, you cannot miss with this gummy bear light. It’s quirky, adorable, and such a fun little gift.

5
this keychain alarm

She’s Birdie The Original Personal Safety Alarm

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The Original Personal Safety Alarm
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this keychain alarm

She’s Birdie The Original Personal Safety Alarm

Now 10% Off

You can never go wrong with gifting a sense of security. With this cute and discreet keychain, they'll be able to sound off an extremely loud alarm and strobing lights to deter away danger anytime they feel threatened.

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this custom blanket

Bauble Bar Spell It Out Blanket

Spell It Out Blanket
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this custom blanket

Bauble Bar Spell It Out Blanket

Cozy blankets make wonderful gifts during the holiday season, but one with their name on it? Now, that's an excellent gift.

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this aesthetic candle

Shop Abbode Jelly Martini Candle

Jelly Martini Candle
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this aesthetic candle

Shop Abbode Jelly Martini Candle

Credit: Shop Abbode

I know, I know. Candles are an over-gifted item. But this pick from Shop Abbode has everything: a subtle fruity-champagne scent, an ideal aesthetic, and a unique shape (hello, it's a martini!!!) that’ll fit in with any home decor.

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this box of west coast goodies

Locale Taste of LA City Box

Taste of LA City Box
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this box of west coast goodies

Locale Taste of LA City Box

How’s that saying go again? Food is the key to the heart, or something like that. And these yummy dishes could def open up your giftee’s heart. This box is filled with curated dishes from Los Angeles’s best food spots, like white pizza from Pizzana, Birria burritos from Burritos La Palma, or Bolognese pasta sauce from the Pasta Sisters.

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This relaxing eye mask

MERSEA Faux Fur Weighted Eye Pillow

Faux Fur Weighted Eye Pillow
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This relaxing eye mask

MERSEA Faux Fur Weighted Eye Pillow

They'll be able to destress and ease tension around their eyes and forehead with this v cute eye pillow. It has a weighted-bead insert infused with lavender that they can toss in the microwave or freezer for different thermotherapy benefits.

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this word search clock

Sharper Image Light Up Electronic Plug-in Word Clock

 Light Up Electronic Plug-in Word Clock
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this word search clock

Sharper Image Light Up Electronic Plug-in Word Clock

Isn’t this neat? If you’ve got someone who lives for word searches or a good game of Scrabble, they’ll genuinely adore this unique word clock. It’ll tell the time in five-minute intervals, so it might read, “five past ten” or “a quarter till nine.” And it comes with a USB cord and power adapter so they can plug it into a wall or USB-compatible device.

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this luxe faux fur blanket

Lovesac Footsac Blanket in Mousse Swirl Phur

Footsac Blanket in Mousse Swirl Phur
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this luxe faux fur blanket

Lovesac Footsac Blanket in Mousse Swirl Phur

Now 20% Off

Your giftee might never use another throw blanket again after receiving this one. This blanket is made with a warm and cozy synthetic faux fur outer and a soft cotton-poly inner. And the best part is it has two pockets at the bottom for your giftee's feet, so they never have to worry about chilly toes while watching their shows.

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these oversized sunnies

Poppy Lissiman Quaid in Amber

Quaid in Amber
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these oversized sunnies

Poppy Lissiman Quaid in Amber

Got a fashionista on your list? Gift them these very trendy sunglasses that’ll fit in their wardrobe so well.

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This crystal ring

Luz Ortiz Nova Malachite Ring

Nova Malachite Ring
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This crystal ring

Luz Ortiz Nova Malachite Ring

Maybe they’re really into crystals, and in that case, an elegant bar ring like this would make the perfect gift for them.

14
this sleek calendar

YeWink Magnetic Dry Erase Calendar Board for Fridge

Magnetic Dry Erase Calendar Board for Fridge
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this sleek calendar

YeWink Magnetic Dry Erase Calendar Board for Fridge

Help them stay organized with this set of sleek acrylic dry-erase boards. It has a calendar board to keep track of dates, a blank board for extra notes and to-dos, and six quality dry-erase markers.

15
these wall stickers

Roommates x Mr. Kate Hand-Drawn Palm Peel And Stick Wall Decals

x Mr. Kate Hand-Drawn Palm Peel And Stick Wall Decals
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these wall stickers

Roommates x Mr. Kate Hand-Drawn Palm Peel And Stick Wall Decals

Now 80% Off

Here's a really great gift for anyone renting or just wanting to spruce up their space. These palm-leaf stickers by Roommates are just one of the hundreds of different wall decals they offer. All they have to do is peel and stick the decal to the wall, and when it's time to take the stickers down, they can just rip the decals off the wall without any mess or damage to the paint underneath.

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this foam roller water bottle

MOBOT 40-oz. Big Bertha Foam Roller Water Bottle

40-oz. Big Bertha Foam Roller Water Bottle
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this foam roller water bottle

MOBOT 40-oz. Big Bertha Foam Roller Water Bottle

For your pal who lives at the gym, this water bottle is can’t-miss. It doubles as a foam roller (yay, muscles!) that holds up to 350 pounds. Iconic.

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this breakfast duo

DASH Mini Waffle Maker + Griddle

Mini Waffle Maker + Griddle
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this breakfast duo

DASH Mini Waffle Maker + Griddle

Mornings! Done! Right! This waffle maker and egg griddle duo is an early riser’s dream.

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this chic watch

SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 4 40mm Smartwatch

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this chic watch

SAMSUNG Galaxy Watch 4 40mm Smartwatch

Now 15% Off

Your giftee can do a ton of stuff with this handy-dandy watch. They’ll be able to get a full body composition reading, monitor their heart rate, track their sleep and workouts, access select Google functions, and stay connected with their phone—meaning they can receive calls, texts, notifications, and stream music all from their wrist. What can’t this smartwatch do?

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this bottle of tequila

Calirosa Calirosa Rosa Blanco Tequila

Calirosa Rosa Blanco Tequila
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this bottle of tequila

Calirosa Calirosa Rosa Blanco Tequila

Credit: Napacabs

A bar cart is incomplete without a good bottle of tequila. So gift them this smooth bottle of Blanco with an agave forward flavor filled with notes of orange, cherry, and dark berry.

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these chic rubber boots

Everlane The Rain Boot

The Rain Boot
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these chic rubber boots

Everlane The Rain Boot

Your giftee will love these chic Chelsea-style rain boots. They stop right at the ankle for a classic look, and they’re made with plenty of room so your giftee can wear thick and cozy socks.

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Daisy Maldonado
Associate Shopping Editor

Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram. 

Lettermark

Jacquelyn Greenfield is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers the best gift ideas, sales, and more across all things beauty, fashion, lifestyle, and sex. She has a serious obsession with sneakers and lives for a great clear lip gloss. She previously worked at Nylon and has had bylines in The Zoe Report, Coveteur, and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter

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