The Best Last-Minute Gifts for Interior Design Lovers
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Christmas and Hanukkah are almost upon us, which means we’re in the final days of holiday shopping to find the right gift for everyone in your life. The pressure is on to give the holiday hostess, real estate agent, or design-obsessed friend in your life something unique that will not only impress but also that they’ll cherish for years to come.
See our favorite last-minute design-forward gifts of the year—still available to ship or pick up in-store in time for the 25th.
Gifts from $5 to $20
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Ikea Gradvis Vase
Decor lovers will appreciate a beautiful vase to hold their favorite freshly cut flowers. This sleek pick from Ikea comes in two soft hues, gray and dusty pink, both of which will lend well to any style. And the best part? It rings up at less than $10. $7.99 at Ikea
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Project 62 15-ounce Stoneware Tilley Blue Mug
Stoneware mugs are great on their own, packaged with a hot drink, or gifted in pairs to the person in your life who drinks the most coffee or tea. They are microwave- and dishwasher-safe, making them good for reheating coffee, melting butter, and quick cleanups afterward. $5 at Target
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Threshold Fluted Ceramic Mini Table Lamp
Give the gift of mood lighting with this short fluted table lamp. Choose one of four beautiful takes on matte neutrals (green, white, tan, and dark gray) based on which works best with the color scheme in your recipient’s chic living space. $12 at Target
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Threshold Brown Wood Frame
A stylish picture-frame filled with a personalized print is one of the most thoughtful gifts, and this $10 option from Target won’t disappoint. Featuring a simple, rounded wood build, the person receiving it will appreciate the memory it displays—and the decorative touch it adds to their space. $10 at Target
Gifts from $25 to $50
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Lex Pott Twist Candle
Bright and curvy, this candle design from Lex Pott embodies some of the most recent trends—it’s no wonder it went viral. The organic shape will be a standout on any console, bookshelf, or coffee table. Plus, for only $40, it’s a gift that is both affordable and beautiful. $40 at Nordstrom
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Diptyque 2.4-oz Baies Berries Candle
The luxurious and ever-popular Baies candle from Diptyque features fruity hints of black currants and roses. While it ranges in size, the smallest 2.4-ounce option offers up to 20 hours’ burn time (and fragrance) at an under-$50 price tag. Bonus: It looks as good as it smells. $40 at Nordstrom
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Eve Coup Cocktail Glasses (Set of 8)
Perfect for filling a bar cart, entertaining guests, or enjoying fancy drinks at home, these beautifully crafted glasses from CB2 make a great gift for your friend that loves to host. The set of eight features fluting and a delicate flat rimmed coup-design—a lovely canvas for cocktails. $59.95 at CB2
Gifts from $50 to $100
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Architectural Digest at 100: A Century of Style Coffee Table Book
Featuring 100 pages of stunning celebrity homes and aesthetically-pleasing decor, this large coffee table book is fun to flip through and looks beautiful on display on any coffee table. Design buffs are sure to appreciate its glossy pages, brimming with inspiration. $93.15 at Amazon
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West Elm Marble & Brass Round Charcuterie Board
This West Elm cheese board is suitable for holding candles as it is serving appetizers—and it’s this versatility that makes it a particularly wonderful gift. Plus, its a marble design and brass handles are as sophisticated as they are timeless. $60 at West Elm