Happy Monday! Only ten days until Christmas, can you believe it? We are rounding out my 2025 Holiday Gift Guides with Stocking Stuffers and Last Minute Gifts! If you have one more person on your list or need a last-minute gift then I’ve got you covered. You can also scroll through my other gift guides to get inspired for that person you still need to shop for. I have all of them linked below or you can find them in my nav bar. I also have a list of Special Offers below and a Favorite Things Gift Exchange list that might make shopping so much easier (and more affordable).
One of my favorite deals is 50% off Tommy John sitewide with code TANYA50. They have amazingly soft loungewear, pajamas, and underwear. Both Pete and I love their products. It’s a great last-minute gift idea. I’ve also included shipping dates below so you can make sure your gift arrives on time. Happy shopping!
Favorite Things Gift Exchange Ideas
My dear friend Paige Mc. hosts a lovely Christmas Brunch and Favorite Things gift exchange every December. It’s my favorite holiday event to attend. You wrap and bring three identical gifts, draw names and leave with three gifts. No stealing – just exchanging. Minimum spend is $30. When your name is called, you get up and present your “favorite thing” gift to the group as the three people open your gift. I thought might be helpful to see what gifts were purchased and exchanged this year. I always leave this event and order some fun gifts.
Karen Adams Boxed Desk Calendar from Paper Affair (I get one each year and it sits in my office)
Trish McEvoy Sexy 9 Blackberry & Vanilla Musk Body Sponge Duo
Kuby’s chicken salad, jalapeno pimento cheese, horseradish pickles, Firehook crackers, French Home Laguiole spreaders from Kuby’s (This was my Mom’s favorite store and restaurant. It’s in Snider Plaza and still where I buy all my German items. It’s also the best meat deli!)
Roller Rabbit Makeup Bag, Rosebud Salve Lip Balm, clip-on LED book light
Rebecca Gardner “A Screaming Blast” book
Guitar string necklace from Nashville gift shop (trip), Mi Cocina gift card
Boxed Calendar, Texas themed (Go Texan store, State Fair of Texas)
Tea Forte Tea over Ice Pitcher Set, with tea
Pharmagel Eye Roller Set, KareCo Mini Tangle Buster, Pharmagel Lip Recovery
Rowenta Pure Pop Portable Steamer (great for travel)
St. Michael’s Woman’s Exchange holiday plate set, bubbly, 24-month aged parmesan, strawberry honey (this is a favorite local store in Dallas located in Highland Park Village; excellent gift wrap department)
Mahjong travel set from China and rack
Corona Gardening Clippers – gardening and pruning
Ten Thousand Waves Teapot set, Harney & Sons Decaf Cinnamon Tea
Tart by Taylor Lucite Match Stick Holder (I immediately ordered one and it arrived in 3 days. So chic!)
Ol’ Fogey Bread Knife, Empire gift card for bread
Christopher Kimball’s Paring Knife, Christmas apron
Chanel Nail Polish, Hollywood Star Nails & Spa gift card
Senor Murphy Candymaker, Pinon Collection (from Santa Fe)
Keychain Siren/Flashlight (not sure this is the exact one but these are cute)
Harrods Tea & Biscuit set, Illume Candle
Tenula Torciano balsamic vinegar
MAC Studio Fix Conceal & Correct Palette
Lit Maginfying Mirror, Champagne stopper, Teaspressa Luxury Sugar Cubes, Silicone Trivet set
Lulucolors 18pc Makeup Brush Set
Drybar Detox Dry Shampoo & Drybar gift card
Mackenzie-Childs set of two Holiday dishes & festive dish towel set, Trader Joe’s Milk Chocolate Covered Honeycomb candy and White Chocolate covered pretzels
Williams-Sonoma Peppermint Bark
Ultrasonic Electric Jewelry Cleaner & cleaner liquid (I have this and use it to clean my makeup brushes with soapy water)
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Best Retailers For Last Minute Shopping
Before I get to the gift guide I wanted to share some stores to make last-minute shopping easier. If you need something right away, you can buy and do curbside pick-up at Nordstrom, Apple, Anthropologie, Target, LOFT, Ann Taylor, Home Depot, Macy’s, Walmart and World Market. You can get free 2-day shipping from Shopbop, Sephora, Ulta, Amazon, and Target. Also, if you are in the Dallas- Fort Worth metroplex, pop over to Nicholson-Hardie. They have some excellent gifts and lots of holiday decor.
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Holiday Stocking Stuffer Favorites
Embroidered Journal – A beautiful notebook is always a win. This one feels elevated and timeless, making it perfect for journaling, note-taking, or keeping on a desk or nightstand.
Monogram Gold Necklace – Minimal gold jewelry is one of my go-to gift ideas because it works for all ages. This dainty necklace layers beautifully and adds just the right amount of polish to everyday outfits.
Personalized Travel Accessories – Personalized pieces always feel extra thoughtful. These monogrammed travel accessories are practical, chic, and perfect for frequent travelers or anyone who loves a little organization.
Silk Scrunchies – Silk scrunchies are one of those small luxuries everyone loves but rarely buys for themselves. They’re gentle on hair and make the prettiest stocking stuffer.
Apple Airpods – A practical gift that everyone uses. These are great for workouts, travel, or everyday errands and easy to tuck into a stocking.
Cocktail Ornament – A fun, festive ornament is a great way to add something unique to a stocking. It’s a gift that can be enjoyed year after year.
Cozy Socks – You can never go wrong with cozy socks during the winter months. These are soft, warm, and perfect for lounging all season long.
YETI Rambler – An insulated travel mug is one of my favorite practical gifts. Great for coffee, tea, or hot chocolate, and especially perfect for cold winter mornings.
Makeup Eraser Pads – These reusable makeup remover pads are a great eco-friendly stocking stuffer. They’re gentle on skin and make nightly routines easier.
Whether you’re finishing up your shopping or just want a few extra ideas that feel thoughtful and elevated, these stocking stuffers are easy wins. They’re perfect on their own or paired with a handwritten note for a more personal touch.Shop all of my gift guides below to make sure you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list! How did we do this year? We curated 9 Gift Guides (all linked below) – WHEW!
xoxo – Tanya
2025 Gift Guides
GIFTS FOR HER | GIFTS FOR HIM | GIFTS UNDER $50 | GIFTS UNDER $100 | HOLIDAY HOME | HOSTESS, FRIEND & NEIGHBOR GIFTS | HOLIDAY LOOKS | BEAUTY GIFTS | STOCKING STUFFERS AND LAST MINUTE GIFTS
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Discount Codes and Special Opportunities
- Vivrelle is a members club where you can borrow designer bags, jewelry and watches from top brands like Hermès, Dior, YSL, Fendi , Van Cleef, Cartier and so many more — with no return dates! Swap once a month or keep what you love as long as you’d like. You can even buy items for less than retail. Get ONE MONTH free membership with code TANYAFOSTER. Click HERE to get started. This is a great gift idea too!
- Use code TANYA50 for 50% OFF Tommy John sitewide. Their pajamas, underwear, and loungewear are so soft. Both Pete and I love it.
- Use code TANYA15 for 15% off sitewide at ARRAE. I love their tone gummies and MB-145 supplement.
- Code TANYA10 will get you 10% off sitewide at KMJ. This shirt company makes exquisite pieces and I own 4 of them.
- TANYA20 for 20% off L’Heritage jewelry. I love their jewelry cases.
- The CurrentBody red light mask is the perfect gift. They also have other LED products. Get 10% off with code TF10.
- Joy Creative Shop has the best printed paper goods, note cards, wrapping paper and gift tags. Get 10% off with code TANYA10
- TANYA15 is a one time use code for AVARA. Try it to see if it works when you check out.
- You can get 15% off site-wide at Wellbel with code TANYA15. I love their hair supplements but they also have fantastic shampoo & conditioner.
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2025 Holiday Shipping Deadlines
USPS Shipping Deadlines:
Retail Ground: Dec. 17
First-Class Mail: Dec. 17
Priority Mail: Dec. 18
Priority Mail Express: Dec. 20
UPS Shipping Deadlines:
Ground: Dates may vary
3-Day Select: Dec. 19
2nd Day Air: Dec. 22
Next Day Air: Dec. 23
FedEx Shipping Deadlines:
Home 5-Day Delivery or Ground: Dec. 17
Express Saver or 3-Day Freight: Dec. 20
2-Day: Dec. 22
1-Day Freight or Extra Hours: Dec. 23
Same-Day: Dec. 24
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Thanks for all of your help during this busy holiday season. Not only for gifts, but for super cute and lovely outfits to wear. Have a nice holiday.
These gifts are great!!! I would love to give or get any of them!
One present left to go and then I’m done!
Love you, Tanya!
Right back at ya’! Thanks so much for for all of the great gift ideas.
xoxo- Tanya
I’ve yet to start christmas shopping despite all the fabulous recommendations. Wish me luck!
Shelly,
You are making me very nervous. Order TODAY!
xoxo- Tanya
I love all the Colleen Rothschild products!!
I love all the Colleen Rothschild products! And your gift guides are do good!
This is always one of my favorite posts. Such fun ideas! I also love the Christmas Favorite Things Game. Going to use that one!
I’m so glad you like this one. Thanks so much for leaving a comment!
xoxo- Tanya
Great ideas. I always get the Kate Weiser chocolate snowman and almost cry when it melts. Great gift and yummy.
Great ideas. I always get the Kate Weiser chocolate snowman and almost cry when it melts. Great gift and yummy.
Thanks for sharing how you played your favorite things exchange. We do this every year and there are so many ways to do it! This seems like the easiest way to draw and give! Merry Christmas!
No, not done yet!
@KathyOlson7 twitter entry post
I am not done with my holiday shopping. I still have one gift to go and to finish wrapping. Thank you for all the ideas!
Tanya, I love all your gift choices because I find when I am stuck on a gift to give someone I have a lot of items to choose from, and thank you so much. I also want to say thank you for this great giveaway and I love Colleen Rothschild products.
Great last minute ideas! Merry Christmas
Thank you for this great gift list
Great gift ideas! Thank you for sharing!
I’m almost done just have to pick up a few gift cards. I started wrapping and I even baked a batch of cookies!
I’m almost done shopping!! Only stocking stuffers to go!
This CR giveaway is everything. I LOVE her products!
Trying to be finished with holiday shopping, but still on the hunt for fun stocking stuffers!
Thanks for your gift suggestions!! I still have a little shopping to complete!!
I’ve finished everything except my husband’s stocking!
I’m done, but I always seem to add to the stockings! Perfect timing. Thanks for the gift guides. They have been helpful.
Allie & Bess bracelets are gorgeous and I agree they would make great stocking stuffers.
Trying to find meaningful and useful gifts has been challenging this season and your gift guides have been a lifesaver! I just picked up the pedicure kit and the Clue game and I know the recipient will love them. Just a few more gifts to go. Thank you and happy holidays 🙂
I’m all done with my shopping!!
I *think* I’m all done shopping for presents…
Great gift guides! Thank you
I *think* my shopping is finished– need to make sure all the grands have the same number of gifts, lol! Your blog has been super helpful this unusual holiday season!
I’ve barely even started holiday shopping. To be fair, a lot of my gifts are going to be baked goods so I can’t start those yet!
I’m totally done, now I just have to wrap everything.
I would say about three quarters of the way done. I hope this is open to Canada.
I’m all done and most of it is wrapped! ❤️
I’m all done and most of it is wrapped! ❤️
Great gift idea list. Almost done shopping, almost all my gifts were ordered online. Thanks for the chance to win the giveaway.
I love your gift guides! Your blog is bookmarked on my phone. I have never tried CR skincare – next up on my list 🙂
I pretty much finished my Christmas shopping by the 10th of December. If I see anything else to buy I will, but I’m satisfied with it.
Thanks for the great ideas!! I want to be done!! lol
Great tips!
Thanks!!
Finally finished my shopping yesterday. I don’t know why I waited so long.
not yet
almost done
I have about half of mine done. Everything that has to be mailed is done and sent. I was able to do a lot by visiting local artisans.
Almost done with Christmas shopping! Going to keep it simple this year.
Yes , I am done with my shopping.
Yes, finally!!
Yes, thankfully, I’m done with holiday shopping.
I am done shopping as of this morning!
yes i’m done! thankfully i can relax now 😉
Haha! I am not even close to being done with my holiday shopping! This year has been weird!
uhhhh still ordering gifts…. 🙂
Yes, I’m done!
I am finally done shopping but haven’t wrapped them yet.
I’m done, but I always look for little things to add.
Almost done my shopping, now waiting on deliveries.
I have finished all of my shopping but not everything has arrived yet. I am still waiting on a couple of presents to be delivered,
I want to try her products so bad
Such great holiday gift guides…happy holidays and anniversary to you!
Love this season!
Almost done but need to get the Kate Weiser snowman for my adorable next door neighbors!
All done! Soonest I’ve finished before
I am so very thankful that I am done with my Christmas shipping! Just waiting on a few things to still arrive but all done! First year ever!! I’m usually the last minute out there on Christmas Eve still shopping and cursing myself! Ha!
Done early but I always doubt myself and keep adding more!
Nooo I am not – yikes! This week is going to be a busy one, lol!
One present left to go and then I’m done!
Not finished with holiday shopping yet.
Not done yet still working on it tonight and tomorrow. Last minute a few little things left.
Great gift ideas! Thanks for sharing!
I love the ‘Favorite Things’ exchange list—the Trish McEvoy body sponge duo and that embroidered journal sound like such chic, thoughtful ideas for those last-minute gifts