These Last-Minute Gifts Relieve the Stress of Holiday Shopping

The search for the best last-minute gifts is on. And if you’re a smart shopper, there’s still a way to secure one of the most-coveted presents of the year without feeling beholden to those quickly approaching shipping cutoff times. Procrastinators, I’d like to introduce you to your new best friend: the buy online, pick up in-store option. As it pertains to the holidays specifically, it’s not only a safe way to shop for all of us but an easier one too. 

Several big retailers and popular outposts are offering this convenient option for the holiday season, including Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Sephora (hello, new noise-canceling AirPods Max). In some cases, you don’t even have to get out of your car to get your package because they’ll bring it right to you at the curbside. 

And don’t forget that there are indeed also a few online shopping destinations that are somehow still able to pull off two-day deliveries, like Amazon. Plus, there are also those who offer the super luxurious option of same-day delivery in select cities, like Net-a-Porter. Last but certainly not least, you can always count on a digital present like a meal subscription service or an Airbnb gift card to be a lifesaver when you’re down to the wire.

Time is ticking, but you’ll be in great shape come the holiday if you grab something below or a loved one or family member ASAP. 

Ahead, you’ll find special gifts for everyone on your list, from those beloved fluffy Birkenstock clogs to Glossier’s glow-inducing serums. Read on for 24 perfect last-minute gifts to order online, pick up in-store, and save your sanity.

Key Shipping Deadlines:

• Nordstrom — Place your order by December 16 with free standard ground shipping, December 20th with expedited two-day shipping, or December 21 with expedited next-day shipping to receive your order on December 23. 
• Net-A-Porter — In order to receive your purchase by December 24th, place standard shipping orders by 3:00 p.m. on December 16th and next business day shipping by 3:00 p.m. on December 22. New Yorkers can enjoy premier service. Just order by 10:00 a.m. on December 23rd.
• Saks Fifth Avenue — Enjoy free standard delivery and place your order by December 16 to receive it by December 25.
• Sephora — Become a Sephora Flash member and enjoy free unlimited one to two-day shipping in the Continental US. Place your order by 3 pm to have it processed on the same business day.
• Amazon — Prime members can enjoy one-day shipping on eligible products up until December 23.

Sleeper Party Pajamas with detachable ostrich feather trim

Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau de Parfum

Birkenstock Boston big buckle platform teddy clogs

Mach & Mach Double Bow crystal-embellished satin slippers

Dyson special-edition Supersonic hair dryer

Max Mara Teddy Bear Icon coat

Gucci Ophidia textured leather-trimmed printed coated-canvas wallet

The Venetian Resort Las Vegas package

Apple AirPods Max headphones

Anthropologie Morgan coupe glasses

First Leaf Wine Club Holiday 9 bottle red bundle

Masterclass one-year subscription

Atlas Coffee Club 3-month subscription

Dusen Dusen Everybody grinder

Ugg Classic Mini II genuine shearling-lined boot

Mark & Graham Italian Greek key throw blanket

Rent the Runway one month subscription

Merit Beauty The Glow set

Sakara weekly meal program

Therabody TheraFace PRO White Set