Finding gifts for mom and dad that don’t scream “I found this at the drugstore last night” is a true holiday feat. You want something thoughtful, they want something useful, and let’s be honest—everyone’s just hoping it doesn’t require any more work from them this season. Whether they’re the sentimental type, the snack-stash type, or the “don’t get me anything” type (who absolutely does want something), we’ve got you covered.
This list is full of clever, cozy, and cool ideas that actually feel personal, from luxe self-care treats and smart tech finds to puzzles, projectors, and delicious little treats that say “you’ve earned it and you don’t have to share.” These are the gifts for mom and dad that spark some holiday magic, not holiday stress (and might even make them forget that someone still needs to take out the trash). (Check off everyone on your list with all of our holiday gift guides: babies, toddlers, kids, and advent calendars! And keep it festive with our list of Family Matching Holiday Pajamas for Every Kind of Crew!)
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Gifts for Mom: Cozy, chic, & kinda luxe
Rothy’s Braided Clog
For the woman who wants to look completely on-trend while pretending she’s not wearing slippers. Washable, comfortable, outdoor-ready, suspiciously stylish, and did we mention washable? Available in three colors.
Rothy’s Braided Clog ($159)—Buy here!
Cuyana Dia Bag
Timeless, structured, and oh-so classy, like the mom version of “I have my life together” in Turkish lambskin leather, even if she definitely left her coffee on the car roof this morning. Available in four colors.
Cuyana Dia Bag ($498)—Buy here!
Pink Picasso Paint Set
The coziest kind of art therapy—her favorite beverage optional but recommended. A gift for mom who needs a creative outlet (that doesn’t involve a school project), packed with everything she needs to create her own masterpiece. Available in eight prints.
Pink Picasso Paint Set ($38)—Buy here!
By Anthropologie Tie-Front Knit Hood
Part sweater, part hat, mysterious cape energy. This is the perfect accessory for school drop-offs, hood-less jackets, and pretending it’s still cozy season in April. Available in three colors.
By Anthropologie Tie-Front Knit Hood ($52)—Buy here!
Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts by Margaret Atwood
For when you want a gift that actually hits the emotional button. Margaret Atwood, author of The Handmaid’s Tale and The Testaments, details a fascinating life from Quebec to Berlin, and the global and personal turning points that inspired her work. Thoughtful, reflective, and perfect for quiet nights in.
Book of Lives: A Memoir of Sorts by Margaret Atwood ($22.75)—Buy here!
Shark FacialPro at Home Facial System
Those day spa hydrating facials have some major competition. This is pro-level glow at home—deep cleaning, exfoliating, depuffing, and "I am a glass-skinned glowing goddess" energy. Spa results at home? We won't judge if you actually keep it for yourself.
Shark FacialPro at Home Facial System ($399)—Buy here!
Kloo Craft Coffee Concentrate
A morning shortcut that tastes like she has a live-in barista. Kloo Craft Coffee Concentrate mixes like magic and makes weekday coffee feel like a café order. Don't be surprised if she immediately makes a cup right after opening presents.
Kloo Craft Coffee Concentrate ($33)—Buy here!
Mejuri Droplet Diamond Stud
Delicate sparkle that says “I love you” without shouting it from a rooftop. A gift for mom who deserves jewelry that’s as low-maintenance and gorgeous as she is. Available in both yellow and white gold.
Mejuri Droplet Diamond Stud ($198)—Buy here!
Lego Vincent van Gogh Sunflowers
Art, but with instructions and zero pressure. Lego van Gogh Sunflowers is a gift for mom that scratches the creative itch and looks surprisingly classy on a shelf.
Lego Vincent van Gogh Sunflowers ($199.95)—Buy on Amazon here!
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Dieux Forever Reusable Eye Masks
Reusable, cooling, and a total skin care power move. These reusable silicone eye masks are for any mom who’s over quick fixes and into rituals that actually work. Pair with her favorite serum and an addictive phone game.
Dieux Forever Reusable Eye Masks ($25)—Buy here!
Murder by Cheesecake: A Golden Girls Cozy Mystery
Three words: Golden Girls mystery. Crime meets baked goods meets nostalgic TV favorites? This is the bubble bath read of her dreams.
Murder by Cheesecake: A Golden Girls Cozy Mystery ($12.40)—Buy here!
Le Bon Garçon Dirty Chai Caramels
Sweet, spicy, and a little unpredictable—like her mood when someone leaves their socks in the middle of the living room. These gorgeous caramels are a gift for mom that turns five minutes of peace into a tiny luxury moment.
Le Bon Garçon Dirty Chai Caramels ($28)—Buy here!
L'Occitane Hand Cream Holiday Set
The ultimate “hands that do everything” luxury treat. Smells like a vacation to the south of France and leaves hands ridiculously soft.
L'Occitane Hand Cream Holiday Set ($45)—Buy here!
Make Your Own Decorative Tile Lamp
A craft project that ends with actual home décor? Yes, please. It's the kind of gift for moms who want to feel creative and accomplish something pretty that she'll love looking at.
Make Your Own Decorative Tile Lamp ($20)—Buy here!
Jenny Bird Ola Bangle
The jewelry equivalent of a deep breath and a compliment. Polished, modern, and perfect for someone whose entire aesthetic is “effortlessly chic." Also available in silver.
Jenny Bird Ola Bangle ($228)—Buy here!
The World of Taylor 1,000-Piece Puzzle
For the T-Swift fan mom in all of us, a puzzle that’s pretty enough to leave out and challenging enough to make her forget her phone for an hour.
The World of Taylor 1,000-Piece Puzzle ($23.99)—Buy here!
O My Bag Audrey Mini
Small but mighty. The ideal gift for mom who can fit snacks, a wallet, and a week’s worth of receipts into one tiny bag and still look cool doing it. It's the bag that goes with everything, any season, and comes with two straps to switch it up. Available in eight colors.
O My Bag Audrey Mini ($279)—Buy here!
Glossier You Eau de Parfum Duo
The perfume equivalent of “effortlessly cool.” Subtle, warm, and somehow adjusts to smell different on everyone, making it completely personalized to mom. Plus, the keepsake holiday tin makes wrapping a breeze.
Glossier You Eau de Parfum Duo ($88)—Buy here!
Maeve Area 206 Chocolate Bonbon Box
Little works of art that taste like “five minutes to myself" (in 12 flavors). Perfect for the mom who won’t share her snacks (and shouldn’t have to, honestly).
Maeve Area 206 Chocolate Bonbon Box ($42.50)—Buy here!
Gifts for Dad: Smart, clever, & low-key cool
Bespoke Post Halfday Premium Garment Duffel
Looks like a gym bag, acts like a travel pro. It’s sleek, structured, and smart, just like he brags about being when packing for a weekend trip (you don't have to admit that he's right). Available in six colors.
Bespoke Post Halfday Premium Garment Duffel ($168)—Buy here!
Finisterre Men's Barents Sweater
Classic fisherman energy, minus the actual fishing. The Barents Sweater is such a cool texture, warm, and easy to layer under a coat. A gift for dad who appreciates quality knitwear and pretending it’s suddenly dapper Deadliest Catch. Available in five colors.
Finisterre Men's Barents Sweater ($160)—Buy here!
Ekrin Athletics Mini Massage Gun
His new favorite toy. It's compact, but still just as powerful, and built to soothe post-lawn-work pain, desk chair tension, or “totally still sore from high school football” injuries.
Ekrin Athletics Mini Massage Gun ($132.99)—Buy here!
NBA 2K26
Crisp graphics, endless play modes, and guaranteed several hours of dissociation while he “tests it out.” Plus, he can get kids and grandkids in on it, too. Cool dad mode, activated. Available for PS5, Nintendo Switch, and Xbox.
NBA 2K26 for PS5 ($39.99)—Buy here!
New York Times Games Puzzle Mania! Book
A compilation of brain teasers straight from the app that prove he’s still got it. Pair with coffee and a solid “do not disturb” policy.
New York Times Games Puzzle Mania! Book ($38)—Buy here!
Hoff Hot Sauce Mini Flask Gift Box
A sampler of small-batch hot sauces for the man who turns every meal into a dare. Great for spicing up Sunday brunch (and maybe earning him bragging rights).
Hoff Hot Sauce Mini Flask Gift Box ($34)—Buy here!
COUCH 1978 Chevy Camaro Vinyl Wallet
Classic car energy meets everyday upgrade. Handcrafted from genuine vintage auto upholstery (the classic sage green rattan basketweave from Camero LTs), this bifold wallet is a gift for dad that feels nostalgic, cool, and just the right amount of “they don’t make ‘em like this anymore" (just like him).
COUCH 1978 Chevy Camaro Vinyl Wallet ($34)—Buy here!
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Apple AirPods Pro 3
Noise-canceling, water-resistant, and the only reason he doesn’t hear you asking for help with the kids. The AirPods Pro 3 also includes heart rate sensing for workouts and a hearing aid feature, making it a primo tech gift for dad.
Apple AirPods Pro 3 ($249)—Buy here!
NFL Pint Glasses, Set of 4
For the dad who’s never met a game day he didn’t make about snacks. A gift for dad that says, “Yes, you can have nice glassware, even if it's for root beer floats." Multiple team choices available.
NFL Pint Glasses, Set of 4 ($58)—Buy here!
Butcher Box Steak Gift Box
For the dad who’s happiest behind the grill, or just appreciates a solid steak night in. The Butcher Box All I Want for Christmas is Steak gift box is hearty, high-quality, and guaranteed to make him say, “Now this is a gift.”
Butcher Box Steak Gift Box ($149)—Buy here!
Marvel So You've Been Bitten by a Radioactive Spider
A hilarious deep-dive into superhero survival. This one keeps the comic-loving dads happy and prepared. You know. For emergencies.
Marvel So You've Been Bitten by a Radioactive Spider ($16.95)—Buy here!
Lego Minifigure Vending Machine
It’s part collector’s dream, part coin machine nostalgia, part “how is this so satisfying?” Insert a coin, turn the knob, get a prize. It's the gift for dad that brings out his inner kid without leaving LEGO landmines on the floor.
Lego Minifigure Vending Machine ($179.99)—Buy here!
Bey-Berk Ultimate Multi Game Set
Chess, checkers, cards, dice cup, and more; basically a “how to keep dad and his family busy for hours” kit. Classic fun that won’t require batteries or Wi-Fi, plus it's cool enough to leave out when he's not using it.
Bey-Berk Ultimate Multi Game Set ($173.54)—Buy here!
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Ribbed Beanie
Warm, stylish, and waaaaay better than the one he’s had since 2012. Consider this the gateway beanie to him caring about accessories. Available in nine colors. (At this price for Quince's gorgeous cashmere, you can go ahead and grab one for yourself, too.)
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Ribbed Beanie ($34.90)—Buy here!
Shot Ready Stephen Curry
Inspiration, motivation, and basketball greatness in one go. Even if dad doesn't play, he’ll feel like he could, especially with Stephen Curry's insight into preparation, mindfulness, creativity, and connection.
Shot Ready Stephen Curry ($25.83)—Buy here!
Gifts for Both: Fun, thoughtful, & totally unexpected
CGI Outdoor Comfort Pro Rocker
A portable rocking chair is basically a front-row seat to relaxation. Perfect for porch hangs, kids' soccer games, or pretending they’re camping when they’re really just supervising s’mores. More colors available.
CGI Outdoor Comfort Pro Rocker ($75/ea)—Buy here!
Murray's Better with Age Cheese Sampler
A gorgeous aged cheese gift for mom and dad that’s classy, delicious, and pairs well with wine, Netflix, and "let's stay in tonight" moods.
Murray's Better with Age Cheese Sampler ($85)—Buy here!
Birkenstock Zermatt Shearling Slippers
For the couple whose love language is not stepping on cold floors. Cozy, timeless, and a gender-neutral style that they can wear inside and outside. Available in seven colors + wide widths.
Birkenstock Zermatt Shearling Slippers ($99.99)—Buy here!
Ticketmaster Gift Card
Date night, handled. For when you want to say “I thought about this” without guessing which band, show, or game they want to see.
Ticketmaster Gift Card ($50 - $1,000)—Buy here!
Bartesian Cocktail Maker
This is the gadget for parents who want bar-quality cocktails without…being bar-quality people after 8 p.m. Pop in a pod, press a button, select your cocktail strength (including mocktails!), and boom—sipping magic in 30 seconds or less. It’s the ultimate “cheers to being awesome” machine.
Bartesian Cocktail Maker ($199+)—Buy here!
Meso Betta Vase
Artistic, elegant, and, let’s be honest, probably not something anyone else in the house will touch. They totally deserve beautiful things. Available in three colors.
Meso Betta Vase ($144)—Buy here!
Shark TurboBlade Bladeless Fan + Heater
A sleek bladeless tower that cools, heats, and fixes approximately 80% of household thermostat arguments. They can turn it vertically or horizontally, twist the vents to the perfect angle, and customize their heating and cooling in limitless ways. A true year-round gift. Available in two colors.
Shark TurboBlade Bladeless Fan + Heater ($349.99)—Buy here!
Custom Pet Embroidered Sweatshirt
Because their dog is almost her actual favorite child, and now everyone will know it. Cozy, personal, and matching outfit-worthy.
Custom Pet Embroidered Sweatshirt ($99-$109)—Buy here!
Oura Ring 4 Ceramic
The chicest new way to pretend you’re not obsessing over your sleep score. Tracks rest, readiness, and recovery while looking like minimalist jewelry instead of a gadget. A gift for mom and dad that says “we’re in our wellness era,” even if they’re just counting steps to the fridge. Available in four colors.
Oura Ring 4 Ceramic ($499)—Buy here!
GoPro Max2
Because memories don’t film themselves, the GoPro Max2 is great for parents who hike, travel, or just want to record every embarrassing family dance party—it's waterproof, and they can take it anywhere.
GoPro Max2 ($499.99)—Buy here!
The Adventure Challenge Date Night: Day Trip
For couples who’ve run out of shows, excuses, or both. Each scratch-off card reveals a progressive day trip date, complete with everything you need to know ahead of time. The planning is done for them, and they'll definitely have a few more inside jokes and pictures to show for it.
The Adventure Challenge Date Night: Day Trip ($19.99)—Buy here!
Ninja Crispi Pro 6-in-1 Glass Air Fryer
Crispy fries, roasted veggies, and zero guesswork. This multitasking, modular air fryer handles dinner (or baking, roasting, dehydrating...) while you pretend it was all your idea. Available in three colors.
Ninja Crispi Pro 6-in-1 Glass Air Fryer ($279.99)—Buy here!
Eddie Bauer PonchoPuff 2-in-1 Poncho & Blanket
The infamous Ponchopuff is part poncho, part packable blanket, all genius. Equal opportunity cozy for both partners, whether they’re braving cold bleachers or the couch. One size, available in two colors.
Eddie Bauer PonchoPuff 2-in-1 Poncho & Blanket ($59.40, originally $99)—Buy here!
100 Hikes of a Lifetime
A coffee table book for couples who love adventure...or at least the idea of adventure. Inspiring, beautiful, and zero actual hiking needed.
100 Hikes of a Lifetime - Leatherbound ($145)—Buy here!
100 Hikes of a Lifetime - Hardcover ($22.49)—Buy here!
TMY Portable Mini Projector
Movie night, but make it cinematic. This tiny projector turns any wall into a home theater, and any parent into a self-proclaimed tech genius.
TMY Portable Mini Projector ($49.99)—Buy here!
