2025

Smart dog collar

Like a fitness tracker for pets, the PetPace V3.0 smart collar is an AI-powered health-monitoring device that tracks pets’ locations via GPS and monitors their vital and biometric signs. Users also get free access to a veterinarian via 24/7 chat.

$299-$399 plus subscription fees

Beach Umbrella System

If there’s a beach lover on your list, the AnchorOne Classic Beach Umbrella System will keep them comfortable and safe from the inconvenience — and danger — posed by wind-borne umbrellas. With an adjustable tray and a 7-foot (2.1-meter) canopy.

$119.99

Pause with Panda

Talking dolls and stuffed animals have been around for decades; some even “read” books and tell stories. But Pause with Panda uses interactivity for more than entertainment, providing exercises designed to help kids regulate their emotions and practice mindfulness.

$99

Portable soda maker

Sparkling water and seltzer lovers know you can either pay for the bottled stuff or use a kitchen-counter model to carbonate liter-size bottles at home. Now, Aerflo, a portable soda-maker system, lets you make fizzy drinks on the go.

$84

Smart Bluetooth headphones

Many in-flight entertainment systems require users to plug in wired headphones. The JBL Tour One M3 Smart TX headphones change that. You plug the included touchscreen Bluetooth transmitter into the jack, and the device will connect to the headphones.

$449.95

Ice bath cooling unit

Die-hard cold plungers know that tap water isn’t frosty enough to provide the chilling effects sought, and standalone cryotubs can take up lots of space. Enter HomePlunge, a portable water-cooling unit that can transform any bathtub into an ice bath.

$2,999

Supersize toilet roll

It may get some laughs, but Charmin’s new supersize Forever Roll just might be the most practical gift you’ll ever give. It may not live up to the “forever” hyperbole in its name, but each roll promises to last a whole month in an average two-person household.

$39.99

Wes Anderson box set

The Criterion Collection’s 20-disc Wes Anderson Archive box set is an investment for the true diehard. Based around 10 films over the past 25 years, this huge package includes new 4K masters, over 25 hours of special features and 10 illustrated clothbound books.

$399.96

Mise en Scènt candles

This female-owned, Brooklyn-based company creates candles inspired by favorite movies. Their bestselling “Old Hollywood” candle will bring you back to the silver screen’s golden age with the smell of “deep, smoky and worn-in leather.”

$24

Baby’s first movie book

These adorable and beautifully illustrated board books take parents and kids on a journey through genres, from “My First Hollywood Musical” and “My First Sci-Fi Movie” to the very niche “My First Giallo Horror” and “My First Yakuza Movie.”

$15

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ pajamas

Rumi’s “choo choo” pajama pants would make a cozy gift for days when you find yourself chanting “Couch! Couch! Couch!” Don’t understand what any of that means? Don’t worry, the “KPop Demon Hunters” fan in your life will.

$56.95

Roger Deakins memoir

Even if you don’t know the name Roger Deakins, you certainly know his work — his credits include “Fargo,” “The Big Lebowski,” “Skyfall” and “1917.” Fittingly, his memoir “Reflections: On Cinematography” is uniquely visual, with never-before-seen storyboards, sketches and diagrams.

$45

Cinephile streamer

If Netflix is too pedestrian for the cinephile in your life, the Kino Film Collection offers a robust and rotating lineup of classic and current art house and indie films. Categories include Cannes Favorites, Classics and New York Times Critics’ Picks.

$5.99 a month or $59.99 year

Celluloid card game

Who’s the biggest film buff in your family or group of friends? This clever card game might have the answer for you. Each Celluloid card contains prompts (like location, character and action) and you have to pick a movie that fits as many cards as possible.

$19

‘Hamnet’

Oscar-winning filmmaker Chloé Zhao, actor Jessie Buckley and photographer Agata Grzybowska collaborated on a gorgeous coffee-table book about “Hamnet,” expected to be a major Oscar contender.

$40

Cat calendar

Petco’s got Merry Makings’ feline calendar, with 12 days of catnip goodies and toys behind the doors of a cute cottage.

$25

Dog calendar

New York-based dog-snack maker Bocce’s Bakery has a 12-day calendar containing their signature wheat-, corn- and soy-free treats, made with ingredients like peanut butter, banana and chickpeas.

$14

Gardening calendar

What nature lover wouldn’t love a pretty calendar with different kinds of flower seeds? Terrain has a box of seven seed bombs, each packaged in a decorative ornament — bees, butterflies, bunnies and birds among them.

$48

Needlecraft calendar

Needlecraft artist Amanda Watson created a calendar you stitch yourself — one new design each day from Dec. 1 through Christmas. It’s an embroidery project even newbies can handle, and the finished artwork could be framed, or turned into a tote or pillow.

$45

Kids' crafts calendar

A fun one for crafty kids: Mondo Llama’s 25 Days of Christmas Crafts calendar, with all the sticks, foam and felt pieces, mini markers, googly eyes and more to make a bunch of cute holiday crafts.

$30

Craft project calendar

Slots in Uncommon Goods’ Craft Project calendar hold your finished buildings so you can assemble a colorful village to display throughout the holidays; the kit includes paint markers, watercolors, glittery gel pens and more.

$95

Experiments calendar

Kids 8 and up will have a great time messing around with the Experiment-a-Day Science Advent Calendar from Thames & Kosmos, a science education-focused toys and games company. Supplies are included for chemistry, biology and physics experiments.

$40

Escape room calendar

A calendar version of Thames & Kosmos' escape-room board games, Exit: The Game involves an intergalactic race. Each day offers a clue to get to the end.

$49.95

Fishing calendar

Colitt has a calendar for fishing fans: 24 reusable lures come in a calendar box featuring a fierce denizen of the deep on the cover.

$54.99

Family games calendar

The Purple Cow’s 24 Family Games calendar has brainteasers, dice and outdoor and nostalgic activities for the gang to enjoy.

$40

‘Wicked’ calendar

And for those who love “Wicked,” there’s Centric Beauty’s “Wicked”-themed calendar, with sparkly, shimmery balms, powders and stick-ons for lips, eyes and nails.

$16.49

AC/DC playing cards

What do you get the classic rock ’n’ roll fan in your life? Something that lets them share their enthusiasm with others, of course. Bicycle playing cards make the perfect stocking stuffer, and their AC/DC collection offers a personalized touch.

$8.99

Natural wood speaker

This beautiful smartphone speaker — handmade from walnut wood — naturally amplifies. That’s right: There are no cords, wires, batteries, solar panels or whatever else involved. Simply slide your phone into the slot and let the natural acoustic enhancements happen.

$100

Dolly Parton's ‘Star of the Show’

It’s hard to go wrong with Dolly Parton. Any country connoisseur will love her latest coffee-table book, “Star of the Show: My Life on Stage.” It’s the third and final installment in her photographic trilogy of big ol’ books, following “Songteller” and “Behind the Seams.”

$55

Still G.I.N.

For the 21-and-older crowd: This one is for you. While most gins are a bit polarizing — non-fans think the liquor is too bitter, or too botanical — Still G.I.N., the brainchild of rap royalty Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, hits the right notes.

$36.99 for a 750ml bottle

Portable drum machine

Loving music is one thing. Making it is another. For the aspiring producer, prolific percussionist or virtuosic songwriter, look no further than a Stylophone Beat Drum Machine. The pocket-size device allows its user to make beats on the go.

$40

Bad Bunny Pava T-shirt

Bad Bunny’s latest album, the ambitious “Debí Tirar Más Fotos,” is a love letter to Puerto Rico. His official merchandise follows the same theme and is on sale for the holidays. Especially attractive is the Bad Bunny Pava T-shirt, with its high neck and artful illustration.

$40

‘GUTS World Tour Book’

Tour books are a dime a dozen these days and with good reason. They make for great gifts! Olivia Rodrigo's "GUTS World Tour Book" boasts 136 pages of images and some text detailing her energetic run of shows, alongside a sticker sheet, limited-edition poster and more.

$38

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ jacket

The women of “KPop Demon Hunters” fictional girl group HUNTR/X — as well as the heartthrobs of demon boy band Saja Boys — no doubt inspired a million costumes. The most envy-worthy of their fashions is likely HUNTR/X leader Rumi’s yellow bomber jacket, now available for purchase on the Netflix webstore.

$89.95

Wings oral history

Paul McCartney and Ted Widmer have created a new oral history, “Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run,” compiled from over 500,000 words of interviews. It’s an impressive undertaking that follows the band from their founding in the 1970s to their dissolution in 1981.

$45

Adoboloco hot sauces

Adoboloco hot sauces, from Hawaii’s island of Maui, carry a tropical punch with bold island chiles, perfect for grilled fish or roasted veggies. The ingredient lists are short and the peppers are grown in Hawaii itself.

Big Bob Gibson’s barbecue sauces

Big Bob Gibson’s barbecue sauces, from Decatur, Alabama, are known for their smoky, tangy flavor, with the Original White Sauce a mainstay (especially on smoked chicken).

Franklin Barbecue sauces

Pitmasters at Franklin Barbecue, in Austin, Texas, offer sauces and rubs that are rich, bold and unmistakably Texan.

Yellowbird hot sauces

Hailing from Texas' capital are Yellowbird hot sauces — the organic habanero and serrano hot sauces and the Classic Blue Agave Sriracha are particularly beloved.

Tari hot sauces

For a taste of South America, Tari hot sauces from Peru showcase native peppers, such as aji amarillo and rocoto, both grown in the Andes. The ingredients are ground on a traditional batan (a stone mortar), creating sauces with a bright and fruity (not scorching) heat.

Duke’s Mayo

Duke’s Mayo is a century-old Southern classic, now based in Mauldin, South Carolina. It uses just the yolks of eggs (no whites) for extra richness, and has two kinds of vinegar for extra zing. The mayonnaise adds tang and creaminess to sandwiches, potato salads and more.

Japanese Kewpie mayo

The rich texture and subtle umami punch of the Japanese Kewpie mayo have inspired a global following. It uses just the yolks of the eggs, and also includes rice vinegar and a dash of MSG. Put it on sushi or okonomiyaki, or use it as a base for dressings.

Auntie Rana’s

Handmade small-batch condiments like Auntie Rana’s, made in New York’s Hudson Valley and in Maine, and inspired by South and Southeast Asian flavors, can bring a family-rooted touch to meals. Think Naga garlic mayo, mango achaar and smoked chili oil.

American Spoon

For fruit lovers, American Spoon, in Petoskey, Michigan, delivers artisanal preserves and sauces perfect for toast, charcuterie boards or baking gifts. Michigan cherry fans might swoon over a jar of their famous sour cherry preserves.

Marmalade Grove

Marmalade Grove makes beloved citrus marmalades in Ojai, California. Handpicked pixie tangerines, Cara Cara oranges infused with hibiscus, Meyer lemons and honey — each flavor captures the sunny citrus of the area.

We Love Jam

From San Francisco, We Love Jam offers seasonal, small-batch jams such as their popular Blenheim apricot jam, made from one of the last remaining orchards of these endangered apricots.

Nintendo Switch 2

The Nintendo Switch 2 was the biggest and most anticipated console launch of 2025, and if history is any indication, it will be increasingly harder to find as Christmas approaches. But for the gamers in your life — both young and adult — this is the gift to get.

$449

iPhone 17

The iPhone Air and iPhone 17 Pro Max captured the headlines this year when the new lineup launched, but the base iPhone 17 received an upgraded camera (telephoto lens), more base storage and a longer battery life.

$800

Galaxy Z Fold7

If you or someone in your life has ever been curious about a foldable phone, consider Samsung’s newest Galaxy Z Fold 7 model. It’s much thinner and lighter than its predecessors and it weighs slightly less than half a pound.

$1,999

SelfieShow tripod

For anyone interested in doing more filming or photography with their mobile device, this supremely portable tripod by SelfieShow offers solid stability even when extended to its max height of 71 inches. The mounting arm also offers a wide array of positioning.

$19.99

Lark M2 Wireless Microphone

For aspiring influencers, podcasters or vloggers in your life, try these wireless microphones by Hollyland. The Lark M2 Wireless Microphone mics are easy to use, have good range and do well in filtering out background noise. They easily attach to clothes too.

$76

Samsung’s S90F OLED TV

For those TV lovers who just want a little more for their gaming or cinematic experience, consider Samsung’s S90F OLED TV. This higher-end TV offers great contrast, colors and Ethernet performance. It also can act as a giant monitor if you plug in your PC/gaming console

$1,199.99

Logitech Pebble 2

Portability is core to the Logitech Pebble 2 wireless keyboard and mouse combo. This minimalist and highly functional offering by Logitech will satisfy on-the-go users who are looking for a silent, but still tactile, Bluetooth mouse and keyboard.

$49.99

‘I Love You, Little Moose!’

A five-line poem by Sandra Magsamen about nature and all the things we love about it, with vibrant colors and bubble-letter text. “I Love You, Little Moose!” also has soft plushie antlers on top. (Ages 0 to 3)

$8.99

‘Why Does the Wind Blow?’

Science made easy in classic Eric Carle style! This quick read explains in simple terms how wind blows, aided by illustrations and one Very Hungry Caterpillar. (Ages 0 to 3)

$5.99

‘Little Heroes of Color’

Heroes in David Heredia's book range from hardworking Jim Thorpe to inventive Arvind Gupta to fearless Sonia Sotomayor. Rhyming and repetition make complicated words and ideas easier to understand. (Ages 0 to 3)

$9.99

‘Everywhere You Are’

This sweet book reaffirms a parent’s love for their child even when they’re not physically together. Grammy winner Victoria Monét’s musicality shines in this lullaby, illustrated in a star-speckled outer space. (Ages 0 to 3)

$18.99

‘Bitty and Bub, Best Buds’

Five short, silly comics follow fun-loving friends Bitty and Bub. It’s a great introduction to reading comics, using speech bubbles in simple panel progressions. (Ages 3 to 8)

$14.99

‘Don’t Trust Fish’

Why read another boring animal book when you can read something hilarious? Neil Sharpson's book teaches kids how to recognize mammals, reptiles, amphibians and birds — and, chiefly, why you shouldn’t trust fish. (Ages 3 to 8)

$18.99

‘Grandmother Moon’

A girl’s grandma explains Grandmother Moon to her. Wunneanatsu Lamb-Cason’s Indigenous storytelling tradition is extended by dreamy full-page paintings. (Ages 3 to 8)

$18.99

‘Dory Fantasmagory 7’

Book 7 of the the silly illustrated “Dory Fantasmagory" series that’s a perfect bridge into chapter books. In this story, Dory has a new rival. Dory’s zany antics and odd friends could elicit laughter from any reader. (Ages 8 to 12)

$17.99

‘Maker Girl and Professor Smarts’

So what if they don’t have superpowers? These supersmart best friends are ready to take on supervillains! Jasmine Florentine's hilarious graphic chapter book includes science-backed instructions for making sorbet and cardboard grappling hooks. (Ages 8 to 12)

$19.99

‘The Weirdies’

From the creator of “Sisters Grimm,” these 10-year-old triplets and the world they live in are weird — and highly entertaining. Forrest Burdett's pencil-hatching illustrations accompany Lemony Snicket-esque humor and fourth-wall breaking. (Ages 8 to 12)

$14.99

‘The Poisoned King’

It’s up to 12-year-old Princess Anya to save the dragons and her kingdom. The hotly anticipated Book 2 of Katherine Rundell's Impossible Creatures series is a fantasy adventure driven by an unyielding belief in the power of goodness. (Ages 8 to 12)

$19.99

‘Bunns Rabbit’

The other rabbits fear that Bunns’ short ears are a bad omen. Full of heart, this mature, tender chapter book by Alan Barillaro showcases descriptive writing and stunning, dramatically lit illustrations. (Ages 8 to 12)

$18.99

‘The Story of My Anger’

Told in verse and as a play, this empowering story follows Yuli, a junior at a Texas high school, as she learns how to handle racism, the pressure to shine, and stress at home with a widowed mom living with a chronic illness. (Ages 12+)

$19.99

‘The House of Quiet’

A Gothic mystery that explores class struggle and what it means to make a positive impact in the world. The stunning ending pulls the pieces together without a single detail wasted. (Ages 12+)

$19.99

‘When We Were Monsters’

Arlo and Effy trade off narrating this genre-bender of dark academia, murder mystery, thriller and romance. A “Frankenstein” motif throughout the novel conveys themes of monsters and fate vs. free will. (Ages 12+)

$20.99

‘Leave It on the Track’

After her dads die in a fire, Moose moves to a new state to live with her older half-sister, who convinces her to try roller derby. Margot Fisher’s debut grabs you and doesn’t let go, tackling grief, being LGBTQ+ and finding community. (Ages 12+)

$19.99

‘Take Up Space, Y’all’

A body positivity book with guides and tips, from finding your fashion to having a healthy relationship with food to dealing with labels from authors Tess Holliday and Kelly Coon. It always defers to consulting your doctor for medical needs like skin problems and mental health challenges. (Ages 12+)

$13.99

‘I Wish I Didn’t Have to Tell You This’

This sequel to “The Genius Under the Table” also stands on its own, chronicling a Jewish man’s escape from Soviet Russia in the 1980s with a unique art style that incorporates photographs. (Ages 12+)

$22.99

‘Puzzle Mania!’

Imagine, if you will, a world without mobile phones, the internet or The New York Times (digital OR print). Would your favorite puzzler survive? The good folks at the Times have something perfect to put in the bunker: the stylish hardcover “Puzzle Mania!”

$38

‘Contemporary art’

Painting, collage, photography, sculpture, performance. Derrick Adams has embraced them all in a career spanning more than 25 years. His first monograph, “Derrick Adams,” includes 150 works that explore Black American culture and his own identity.

$79.95

‘Shot Ready’

“Being shot ready requires practice, training and repetition, but it rewards that work with an unmatched feeling of transcendence.” That’s Golden State Warrior Stephen Curry in his new book, “Shot Ready.” The basketball star takes his readers on his journey from rookie to veteran.

$50

‘Iconoclast Photographer of the American West’

In the early 1900s, Japanese immigrant Frank S. Matsura chronicled life in Alaska and Washington state. He operated a photo studio frequented by the Indigenous people of the region. Many of those portraits are included in “Frank S. Matsura: Iconoclast Photographer of the American West.”

$40

‘Bird Talk’

Cheeseburger, cheeseburger! The handy little book “Bird Talk” seeks to make identifying bird calls fun and accessible without heavy phonetic descriptors or birder lingo. Becca Rowland, who wrote and illustrated the book, offers funny, bite-size ways to identify calls using what’s already in our brains.

$16.99

‘Both Sides of the Glass’

David Burtka is sober. His husband, Neil Patrick Harris, imbibes. Together, they love to throw parties. This elfin book, “Both Sides of the Glass,” includes easy-to-follow cocktail and mocktail recipes, with commentary from Harris, who took mixology lessons out of sheer love of a good drink.

$35

‘McAtlas’

“McAtlas: A Global Guide to the Golden Arches” is a country-by-country work of journalism that earned two 2025 James Beard awards for Gary He, a writer and photographer who previously freelanced for The Associated Press and self-published the book.

$49.95

‘Yosemite Wildlife’

From the cute but ferocious river otter to the Humboldt’s flying squirrel, “Yosemite Wildlife: The Wonder of Animal Life in California’s Sierra Nevada” is the first comprehensive work in more than a century dedicated entirely to the park’s animal kingdom.

$60

‘Good Things’

Samin Nosrat lays herself bare in this long-awaited second book from the chef and author of the acclaimed “Salt Fat Acid Heat.” In its wake, she explains in “Good Things,” was struggle, including overwhelming loss with the deaths of several people close to her. Here, she rediscovers why she cooks in the first place.

$45

‘The Rise of a Midwest Princess’

She struggled in the music game for years, until 2024 made her a star. Chappell Roan, with her drag-queen style, big vocals and queer pride, has a shiny Grammy for best new artist. Now there’s a sweet little book that tells her origin story: “Chappell Roan: The Rise of a Midwest Princess.”

$30

‘Snoop Dogg’s Treats to Eat’

For edible-loving weed enthusiasts, “Snoop Dogg’s Treats to Eat” offers 55 recipes that can be done with or without the weed. The connoisseur includes tips on how to use your goods for everything from tinctures to gummies, cookies to cannabutter.

$27.95

‘Jane Birkin: Icon of Style’

With her effortless beauty, and tousled hair and fringe, Jane Birkin easily transitioned from her swinging London roots in the early 1960s to a cultural and style muse for decades. The new “Jane Birkin: Icon of Style,” encompasses all of Birkin's bohemian charm.

$65

‘Taylor Swift All the Songs’

All those Easter eggs. All those songs. It’s Taylor Swift’s world and we’re just eyes and ears taking it all in. “Taylor Swift All the Songs” is a guide to the lyrics, genesis, production and secret messages of every single song, excluding “Showgirl” tracks.

$60

‘History Hiding Around Broadway’

What’s the beating heart of American theater? Broadway, of course. Teale Dvornik, a theater historian known on social media as The Backstage Blonde, has written a handy little history of New York’s Theater District, “History Hiding Around Broadway.”

$25

‘The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook’

Sugarplums. They’re a thing! Fans of “The Gilded Age” are well aware and will eat up “The Gilded Age Christmas Cookbook.” It includes treats from the era, some culinary history and a lot of old-time charm.

$34.95

‘Everlasting Blooms’

Know a crafter? Know a flower lover? In “Everlasting Blooms,” floral artist Layla Robinson offers more than 25 projects focused on the use of dried flowers. She includes a festive flower crown, table displays, wreaths and arrangements with buds and branches. Robinson also instructs how to forage and how to dry flowers.

$35

‘The Look’

A brown polyester dress with a plaid skirt and a Peter Pan collar. That’s the first fashion statement Michelle Obama can remember making, circa kindergarten. It was up, up and away from there, style-wise. The former first lady is out with a photo-packed book, “The Look,” taking us behind the scenes of her style choices.

$50