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I went through all of the pages in Nordstrom’s Holiday Gifts section (really! It’s my job!) so you can keep your tabs at a minimum and your sanity in check. And while gifting season is in full swing the beauty section still remains the biggest highlight. Whether you want to get great value on luxury gift sets or simply to gift products you know and love, Nordstrom truly outdid itself with its selection.
Keep scrolling to shop my favorite holiday gifts from brands including Osea, Byredo, Nike, Paloma Wool, Parachute, Caraway, Dyson, and more. Plus, you’ll find gift ideas from Nordstrom Beauty’s national director, Autumne West, and the Cut’s very own beauty expert, Asia Milia Ware.
SO, WHAT ARE YOU SHOPPING FOR?
➼ Gifts Under $25
➼ Gifts Under $50
➼ Gifts Under $100
➼ Gifts Under $200
➼ Splurge-worthy Gifts
Best Nordstrom Gift Ideas Under $25
Anastasia Beverly Hills Brow Freeze Brow Styling Wax
While the shelf life of this product isn’t the best, according to our shopping writer, Chinea Rodriguez, she loves how it keeps your brows in place all day.
$23 at Anastasia Beverly Hills
Drybar High Tops Self-Grip Rollers
These create all the volume and bounce of good old-fashioned rollers — without the hassle. They’re so easy to apply and remove; the gentle self-grip material means you don’t have to mess with clips.
Old World Christmas Stick of Butter Glass Ornament
When in doubt, gift a really cute ornament that’ll make them giggle.
Le Creuset Zodiac Stoneware Mug
If you want your gift to feel personalized — but don’t have the time or money to go all out — opt for a zodiac-themed accessory, like this Le Creuset mug.
Peter Thomas Roth Baggage Blast-Off 6-Piece Hydra-Gel Eye Patch Set
No matter their skin-care concerns, this set has a product that will address them. It comes with two patches for de-puffing, two for plumping, and two for lifting and firming.
Osea Undaria Smooth & Glow Set
This limited-edition set comes with travel-size versions of two of my all-time favorite body-care products: Osea’s Undaria Body Oil and Undaria Body Polish.
Best Nordstrom Gift Ideas Under $50
Elemis Double Cleansing Kit
At just $49, this limited-edition Elemis kit is a total steal. It comes with four double-cleansing products that can be mixed and matched depending on their skin-care needs. “These are versatile products that the recipient can integrate with their existing routine,” West says.
Hay Spiral 6-Pack Assorted Candles
For your friends who host dinner parties and have curated bookshelves, these colorful spiral candles are the perfect addition to their space. We’re betting they already have candleholders for them.
Nodpod Gentle-Pressure Sleep Mask
Give the gift of relaxation with this lightly weighted sleep mask; much like their favorite weighted blanket, it will help them fall asleep and relieve stress and anxiety.
Brooklyn Brew Shop Pain au Chocolat Making Kit
Everyone knows that the break between Christmas and New Year’s is reserved for baking. It’s the one time of year when most office buildings are closed and to-do lists are unusually short, so chef-ing it up is a good way to fill the time. This kit — perfect for bakers of all levels — comes with everything you need to make flaky chocolate croissants on those blissful holiday mornings.
Parachute Soft Rib Bath Essentials
Who doesn’t love plus bath towels? This set, available in seven colors, is made from long-staple Turkish cotton that’s super-absorbent and quick drying.
Diptyque Sapin (Pine Tree) Scented Candle
From the fresh pine-needle-and-resin scent to the rich green color and felt label, Diptyque’s limited-edition luxury candle is basically Christmas in a jar.
Briogeo Don’t Despair, Repair!™ Damage Defenders Set
Briogeo’s Don’t Despair, Repair! line is a fan favorite for a reason. This holiday set comes complete with a ultrahydrating shampoo, protein-building conditioning mask, and strengthening leave-in treatment.
Best Nordstrom Gift Ideas Under $100
Byredo Flavoured Lip Balm
Housed in a vessel worth a space on their beauty shelf, this luxe Byredo balm is perfect for your friend who loves everything beauty. They likely haven’t splurged on these scented balms that are available in moisturizing chamomile, bergamot, and mint.
Ossa Persimmon Beaded Wrist Strap
Perfect for the aspiring content creator in your life, this tulip wrist strap that attaches to iPhone cases makes for a cute and practical gift that they’ll use on a daily basis.
M.A.C Cosmetics Golden Touch Mini Makeup Brush Travel Holiday Set
“I always gift friends makeup brushes because it’s something I know they’ll definitely use,” says Ware. “These gold M.A.C ones are ultrasleek with fun designs.”
Phlur Missing Person
With light layers of musk, bergamot, and jasmine, this best-selling scent is sure to win over your fragrance-obsessed friend.
Salt & Stone Santal & Vetiver Mini Trio Discovery Set
I can’t stop wearing Salt & Stone’s aluminum-free deodorant, so I’ll definitely be gifting this trio from the brand (which also comes with an antioxidant-rich body wash and a niacinamide-infused body lotion) to friends and family. The intoxicating scent has warm notes of sandalwood, amber, and cedar.
Nike Sportswear Collection Essentials Oversize Hoodie
For that person who is always stealing your hoodies.
The Spice House Best Sellers Deluxe 8-Piece Spice Collection
The home chef in your life will love this collection of Spice House’s most popular blends, including a maple-infused garlic, a hot-sauce salt, and a Vietnamese cinnamon.
Mango Chimney Mock Neck Sweater
Few items are more festive than a classic red sweater; this one from Mango is affordable and easy to style.
Best Nordstrom Gift Ideas Under $200
Byredo Le Corps Bal d’Afrique Body Wash & Body Lotion Gift Set
“Gifting self-care is like offering a slice of indulgence,” West says, adding that this luxury body-care duo is a “thoughtful way to encourage someone to take time for themselves.”
Dior Volume & Glow Holiday Makeup Gift Set
When it comes to gifting makeup, West suggests choosing “universally suitable items” like the sheer gloss and mascara included in this Dior bundle. “You usually know enough about the recipient’s style to choose a great limited-edition holiday set. I recommend sets that include a cute makeup bag or clutch, to add an extra touch to the gift.”
Eighth Day Regenerative Serum
Eighth Day’s regenerative serum is the holy grail in Ware’s nighttime routine because it treats everything from skin elasticity to sun damage. “It’s the serum I’m gifting to friends who want to start using luxury skin care more but are misinformed on where to start,” she says.
Diptyque Carousel & Baies (Berries) Classic Candle Set
Candles will help enhance their space and make it feel cozier, which is what we all want during this time of year. Of all the limited-edition holiday scents available at Nordstrom, West says Diptyque’s are a favorite to get and give.
Paloma Wool Angels Button Woolly Rib Balaclava
Because balaclava season is quickly approaching.
Justine Clenquet Iris Mismatched Two-Tone Hoop Charm Earrings
These mixed-metal, mismatched earrings are perfect for the eclectic friend in your life.
Our Place Wonder Oven
An oven and an air fryer all in one. Our Place does it again. And if our data means anything, last year it was one of the most-bought products during Cyber weekend!
Augustinus Bader the Rich Cream – 1.oz
Turn to gifting luxury beauty products this holiday season. This crowd-favorite moisturizer that smoothes and revives dry skin is worth every penny.
Dusen Dusen Stripe Cotton Bathrobe
Keep up the hygge gifting with this vibrant and fun bathrobe from Dusen Dusen.
111SKIN Master Masking Planner
Sheet masks are great if you want an instant glow and surface-level hydration, but they rarely deliver long-lasting results. Enter 111SKIN, the doctor-led brand bridging “the gap between plastic surgery and skin care,” which makes powerful and splurge-worthy sheet masks. This kit includes the company’s Wrinkle Erasing Retinol Patch, Celestial Black Diamond Lifting & Firming Facial Mask, Y Theorem Bio-Cellulose Face Mask, and Rose Gold Brightening Facial Mask.
Best Splurge-Worthy Gift Ideas
NuFACE Mini+ Starter Kit
If they haven’t bought one for themselves yet, become the best gift giver ever by getting them this starter kit that’s editor approved.
Christian Louboutin Fétiche Le Cuir Eau de Parfum
Fragrance can be hard to gift because everyone has such different taste. But Ware says the person in your life who loves spicy scents will certainly appreciate this one. “Christian Louboutin’s Le Cuir is mysteriously rich with hints of leather balanced out with warm florals and musk,” she explains. “It’s a fragrance that always gets me compliments, so I’m gifting it to friends who enjoy scents as much as I do. The sleek bottle, complete with an intensely pointy top, is also the chicest beauty-shelf accessory.”
D.S. & Durga I Don’t Know What Murdery Mystery Fragrance Layering Set
And if you have no idea what type of fragrance they’re into, let them discover their own favorite by mixing and matching this set of popular D.S. & Durga scents. “The scent I Don’t Know What is a fragrance enhancer that’ll complement whatever fragrance is worn,” Ware says. “This set is a master class in layering.”
Le Labo AnOther 13 Eau de Parfum
Everybody knows (and expects) Santal 33, but we believe Another 13 is the superior option. With hints of musk, moss, and jasmine seeds, this bottle will last them more than a year since one spritz goes a long way.
Mulberry Bayswater Pebbled Leather Satchel
This structured satchel is the perfect everyday bag. It goes with everything and transitions well from day to night. The interior is also quite spacious.
Caraway 14-Piece Knife & Utensils Prep Set
If you’re shopping for someone who recently moved, this 14-piece set of kitchen essentials makes for a wonderful housewarming gift. The knives and shears feature durable German steel blades, while the utensils are crafted from FSC-certified beechwood. The storage unit is also nice and compact, so it won’t take up too much counter space.
Stand Studio Fran Faux Leather Jacket with Faux Fur Collar
This puffy moto jacket features an oversize silhouette and a drawstring hem to accentuate the waistline. And a faux-fur collar is just the cherry on top.
Dyson Airwrap Multi-styler Complete Long
Is it a splurge-worthy listicle if we don’t include at least one Dyson hair product?
Loulou Studio Anaa Cashmere Sweater
You can’t go wrong with a 100 percent cashmere sweater — it’s the perfect holiday gift. This Loulou Studio one features extra-long sleeves, a ribbed trim, and a relaxed drape that looks so effortlessly cool.
Monos Metro Tote
Sleek and minimalist, this tote is water-repellent and spacious enough to fit their laptop. It features shoulder straps, a trolley sleeve, and exterior and interior pockets, so it’s perfect for everything — from the office to the airport.
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