55 Holiday Gifts She Won't See Coming

Here's the thing about shopping for the women in your life: No single gift truly fits them all. That's why we took a nuanced approach to curating a dynamic present list for your mom, sister, daughter, significant other, and best friend. Ahead, you'll find several options for each, whatever her style. One unifying idea? Each of the presents we're suggesting feels polished and inspired, as opposed to same-old, same-old.

While your mom might light up while unwrapping a luxurious silk scarf, emblazoned with 18th- and 19th-century botanical prints, your childhood best friend might prefer a fancy nail polish kit (complete with iconic shades she'll reach for all the time) or a high-tech styler (so she can make waves or boost volume). The point? Your leading ladies have different interests—some prefer knitting (bookmark the yarn and natural dye kit ahead, if so!) while others prefer whipping up new sweets (if she falls into this camp, you have to gift her Martha's latest dessert book). Is she more of a painter? Put the ahead watercolor set on her radar, or expand her horizons with a calligraphy set-up; if she's interesting in expanding her skill set in the kitchen, a few bottles of olive oil (and vinegars and honeys) is sure to please. Whatever her interests, we've thoroughly nodded to them all with the following must-have holiday gifts for her. From nourishing body oils and crossbody bags to chic beanies and the coolest bangles, there's a present here for absolutely every woman on your list.

Of course, there are gifts out there that feel more universal, if that's what you're looking for—bookmark the pajama set (you can never go wrong with silk!) or a travel pouch, which she'll use to transport all of her essentials as she starts jet-setting again. Ahead, more holiday gifts she'll rave about until the following year.

Silk loungewear? That's always a good idea. We love this washable set with a snowflake-inspired print.

Shop Now: Eberjey "Inez" Washable Silk Pajamas, $298, eberjey.com.

Treat your resident baker to this dessert book from our founder, and you'll be treated right back as you enjoy the fruits of her labor.

Shop Now: Martha Stewart's Fruit Desserts, $22.99, amazon.com.

The bottle of this limited-edition Jo Malone London spritz is just as special as what's inside of it. She'll love the earthy, woody scent featuring notes of mandarin, honey, and coumarin.

Shop Now: Jo Malone London Starlit Mandarin Honey Cologne, $150, sephora.com.

Made from a silky blend of coconut, olive, and rosehip-seed oils, this luxurious gift will ensure she's able to enjoy a little extra self-care time.

Shop Now: By/Rosie Jane Dylan Everyday Body Oil, $40, sephora.com.

Housed in an aesthetically pleasing vessel, this candle was inspired by novelist James Baldwin's penchant for romance.

Shop Now: Harlem Candle Co. "Love by James Baldwin" Ceramic Luxury Candle, $90, harlemcandlecompany.com.

Calm her chapped, irritated winter complexion with this sample-sized set, which comes with a soothing serum, face mask, lip balm, and more. She'll use the shearling bag for makeup after she works her way through these products.

Shop Now: Dr. Barbara Sturm The Winter Kit, $250, net-a-porter.com.

Available in a rainbow of colors, these travel pouches can hold more than you'd think; she can fit everything from styling tools to makeup in a single bag. Plus, you can customize the bag with the brand's signature patches. We recommend going for a monogram.

Shop Now: Stoney Clover Lane Monogrammed Travel Pouch, $68, stoneycloverlane.com.

Brightland sources their olives from a family-run farm in California; their final product is free of fillers or artificial preservatives. All to say, their formulas, which are light and smooth, live up to their packaging. Put this comprehensive set—which includes two olive oils, two vinegars, and two honey flavors (the brand's latest venture!), plus a whisk and spout—on her list this year.

Shop Now: Brightland The Festive Capsule, $170, brightland.co.

Introduce her to a new wardrobe staple—the contrasting stripes energize this basic button-up.

Shop Now: AYR "The Deep End" Striped Shirt, $125, ayr.com.

Knit in Santa Fe, these beanies are crazy-cozy and fit snugly.

Shop Now: Golightly Cashmere Watchcaps, $165 each, golightlycashmere.com.

If she's an incense lover, she'll appreciate these artful paper leaf iterations that speak to the season.

Shop Now: Ha Ko Paper Incense Box, $32, jaysonhome.com.

Quelling frizz and flyaways with a citrusy scent, this hair oil will be your BFF's new BFF.

Shop Now: Crown Affair The Oil, $40, violetgrey.com.

Launched in partnership with lauded wallpaper house Antoinette Poisson, this holiday set from Oribe—featuring a shampoo, conditioner, cleanser, and body balm—is as present-worthy as it gets. The box alone, designed by Jean-Baptiste Martin and Vincent Farelly, is a gift; its design nods to the ingredients in Oribe's signature Cote d'Azur scent.

Shop Now: Oribe Signature Experience Collection, $175, verishop.com.

This yarn set features two skeins of fine wool and a choice of natural dyes.

Shop Now: We Are Knitters "#Borntodye" Natural Extracts Set, from $65, weareknitters.com.

Top knots are instantly chicer when finished with one of these modern pins.

Shop Now: Lelet NY Drip Glossy Hair Pin, $128, leletny.com.

Hear, hear—when you give a Libro.fm membership, friends get an audiobook every month, and indie bookstores share in the profit.

Shop Now: Libro.fm Membership, from $45 for 3 months, libro.fm.

She'll find everything her skin needs in this rejuvenating set. It includes a cooling mask (and fun applicator!), eye gel, and a nourishing serum. 

Shop Now: Dr. Loretta The Beauty Sleep Set, $125, dermstore.com.

Is she interested in calligraphy? If so, set her up with this unique lettering kit. The bamboo and wesel hair brush inside is a welcome change to a traditional nib.

Shop Now: TOAST Calligraphy Set, $55, us.toa.st.

She'll layer up in this tartan hoodie. Its pattern is a subtle nod to the winter season.

Shop Now: The GREAT "The Teammate" Hoodie, $225, thisisthegreat.com.

This set's red-and-nude hues will become her go-to winter polishes. The included top coat provides a gel-like finish.

Shop Now: Emily Heathe Trilogy Box "The Classics" Set, $80, neimanmarcus.com.

Add a pop of color to her couch via this cushion cover, complete with large-scale blossoms and kaleidoscopic foliage.

Shop Now: Utopia Goods Native Hibiscus Garden 60x60 Cushion Cover, $120, usa.utopiagoods.com.

Fitbit's latest model has sensors that monitor fitness, sleep, and stress. It's the ultimate wellness tool.

Shop Now: Fitbit Sense with Fashion Bands, $199.95, fitbit.com.

This beloved fragrance brand's foray into makeup is worth her time—and this lipstick (its formula is vegan!) deserves a spot beneath the tree.

Shop Now: Byredo Lipstick, $42, bergdorfgoodman.com.

Upgrade winter soaks with this CBD-infused floral milk, which smells captivating, not cloying thanks to a bouquet of plumeria, jasmine, vetiver, and cedarwood.

Shop Now: Nature of Things Restorative Floral Bath, $150, standarddose.com.

She can curl, twirl, straighten, and boost volume with this comprehensive styler from Dyson, which comes with a slew of add-ons.

Shop Now: Dyson Airwrap Styler in Blue/Copper, $600, dyson.com.

This affordable cashmere sweater is a sustainable staple.

Shop Now: Naadam "The Essential $75" Cashmere Sweater, $75, naadam.co.

Journaling, to-do lists, streams of consciousness—writing is better in this luxe notebook, covered in Dior's iconic print.

Shop Now: Dior Toile du Jouy Notebook, $75, dior.com.

Feast your eyes on the sweater of season—it will be in her weekly rotation, guaranteed. 

Shop Now: Skin "Kate" Polo Sweater, $185, skinworldwide.com.

A single flower makes three cups—a major plus for tea enthusiasts.

Shop Now: The Qi Flower Tea Tasting Collection, $36, standarddose.com.

This Martha-approved scarf glams up a winter outfit in a white-hot minute.

Shop Now: Martha Stewart Faux Fur Pull-Through Scarf, $16.65, qvc.com.

Seree bangles (shown in Jadeite and Quartzite) stack with satisfying clinks.

Shop Now: Seree Bangles, from $75 each, seree.co.

Shaving during the winter season comes with its challenges. This set from Oui the People eradicates them.

Shop Now: Oui the People The Undercover(s) Set, $90, ouithepeople.com.

We've found the ideal leather crossbody purse in this buttery-soft bag from A.P.C.

Shop Now: A.P.C. "Maelys" Bag, $280, bloomingdales.com.

Keep her prized baubles under lock and key. This box's sleek leather exterior means she won't mind leaving it out on her dresser.

Shop Now: WOLF Palermo Medium Jewelry Box, $269, saksfifthavenue.com.

Free of parabens, sulfates, and phthalates, these soap bars pamper skin and smell divine.

Shop Now: Brooklyn Candle Studio Soap Bars, $50 for 3, brooklyncandlestudio.com.

She'll tote this floral blanket along on everything from beach trips to picnics in the park.

Shop Now: Veronica Beard Boho Vine Blanket, $295, veronicabeard.com.

If she's ready to start traveling again, she'll appreciate these quilted cosmetic bags, which protect everything from jewels to glass beauty bottles.

Shop Now: Garnet Hill Quilted Cosmetic Bags, $49 for two, garnethill.com.

She can tuck her treated locks into this towel wrap and protect her sheets.

Shop Now: Aveda x 3.1 Phillip Lim Hair Towel Wrap, $40, aveda.com.

Perfect for farmers' market runs or picnics in the park, these made-by-hand baskets are woven using techniques passed down through generations.

Shop Now: Pack Baskets of Maine Baskets, from $63, packbasketsofmaine.com.

She's one of a kind, so purchase her a piece of jewelry that is, too. Monitor Black Pepper Paperie's shop for product drops and scoop up a pair or two of wearable ceramic art before they are gone.

Shop Now: Black Pepper Paperie Jewelry, price dependent on piece, blackpepperpaperie.com.

Romp through winter without a care in these cushioned, waterproof boots, which are about as sleek as they come.

Shop Now: Cole Haan Zerogrand Explorer Hiker Boots, $119, zappos.com.

If you're planning on going big, splurge on this zodiac necklace, composed of a 14-karat gold coin encircled by a ring of diamonds.

Shop Now: Mateo New York Zodiac Coin Necklace, $1,650, mateonewyork.com.

Perfect for whipping up casseroles, browning meats, or slow-cooking her favorite dishes, this kitchen staple transitions seamlessly from oven to table, thanks to a broad selection of colors.

Shop Now: Martha Stewart Collection Enameled Cast Iron Round Six-Quart Dutch Oven, $80, macys.com.

Since access to her favorite nail salon may be limited, set her up with an at-home manicure kit with all the essentials. Each box comes with six pretty shades, shaping and painting tools, remover, and cuticle serum.

Shop Now: Olive & June The Everything Box Nail Polish Kit, $80, oliveandjune.com.

With comfortable soles and a sleek silhouette, these velvet slip-ons are sublime, and a welcome, festive addition to her bright winter wardrobe.

Shop Now: Birdies "The Heron" Slip-Ons in Olive Velvet, $95, birdies.com.

Is she an impressive artist? Or an aspiring one? Whatever her skill set, this watercolor paint set comes with everything she needs to make something beautiful.

Shop Now: Met Museum Luxury Linen Watercolor Set, $150, store.metmusuem.com.

Hair accessories are back in a big way. This simple headband comes in a myriad of colorways and is the perfect option for someone new to the trend.

Shop Now: Jennifer Behr Attica Headband, $128, jenniferbehr.com.

Treat to her to a view of New York City's skyline, wherever she is in the world—especially if it's a place she is missing right now.

Shop Now: Chasing Paper x Darcy Miller New York City View Decal, $110, chasingpaper.com.

Selfie snappers can tuck this chic pocket mirror into a desk drawer or purse to always be camera-ready.

Shop Now: Poketo Pocket Mirror in Pink Tortoiseshell, $20, poketo.com.

John Derian's big, sumptuous silk scarves feature reproductions of 18th- and 19th-century prints; they're perfect for your resident art lover.

Shop Now: John Darian Silk Scarf, $175, johnderian.com.

Gloves are a winter staple, of course, but she won't expect these—woven in Italy, they're a luxurious upgrade to an otherwise utilitarian essential.

Shop Now: Loro Piana Cashmere Gloves, $340, saksfifthavenue.com.

This ripstop nylon tote rolls up tightly until needed and is also reliably water-resistant.

Shop Now: 8.6.4. 2-Way Nylon Bag in Olive/Coyote, $49, 864design.com.

We love stacking rings—and this set lets her pile them on with an initial of someone she loves.

Shop Now: ByChari Initial and Lily Ring Set, $295, bychari.com.

With these sleek wireless headphones, she can tune out the rest of the world—in style.

Shop Now: Bang & Olufsen Beoplay H9 Bluetooth Headphones, $500, bang-olufsen.com.

She'll ring in the new year with all her (wardrobe) basics covered thanks to this eco-friendly, closed-loop, subscription-based clothing line. She'll select her favorite tees, tanks, and sweats—all 100% organic and made in America—then mail them back once she's ready to trade styles or get a fresh set altogether. Any worn out or unwanted items are recycled into new pieces.

Shop Now: For Days Subscription, from $46, fordays.com.