If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Holiday Planning & Ideas Christmas Christmas Gifts 39 Stocking Stuffers That Don't Feel Like an Afterthought Consider these gifts proof that good things come in small packages. By Blythe Copeland Blythe Copeland Blythe Copeland is a contributing writer with more than a decade of experience as a freelance lifestyle writer. Editorial Guidelines and Cris Pearlstein Updated on November 4, 2024 Photo: Courtesy of Anthropologie / ESW Beauty While the main event undoubtedly occurs under the tree, you shouldn't let your stocking stuffers become an afterthought. But let's face it: With so much to do ahead of the holidays, it's easy to forget about them until the last minute. To avoid filling your loved one's stockings with odds and ends that'll never be used, take some gifting inspiration from us. Our suggestions for thoughtful, intentional stocking stuffers will be an essential part of making your list (and checking it twice). From luxury candy to games, jewelry, candles, kitchen tools, and more, these gifts are small in size but make a big impact. 44 Unique Gifts for Men He'll Be Excited to Unwrap Hand-Painted Harvest Taper Candles Courtesy of Anthropologie Endlessly charming, this set of taper candles is hand painted with delicate, ditsy florals. (Perhaps have set of candle holders under the tree to pair with this sweet stocking stuffer.) $22 at Anthropologie Happy Socks Multicolor 4-Pack Cotton Blend Sock Gift Set Courtesy of Happy Socks They'll love the bright, cheerful patterns that adorn these four sets of socks. Even more so, they'll love the undeniable practicality of this stocking stuffer. (The reinforced heel and toe ensure they'll last.) $64 $45 at Nordstrom State Flower Beaded Ornament Courtesy of Uncommon Goods Try this tradition: Every year, add an ornament to their stocking to be used during the following holiday season. These prettily beaded ornaments feature each state's official flower. Choose their home state or perhaps where you and the giftee first met. $18 at Uncommon Goods Monogram Heart Locket Necklace Courtesy of Anthropologie The classic locket necklace has been trending as of late, and this iteration couldn't be more gorgeous. With vintage detailing and monogramming, it's the perfect place to store a small treasure and ideal for layering with other pieces. $48 at Anthropologie Pasta Candle Collection Courtesy of Uncommon Goods Showcase their favorite comfort food with these tube- and bow-shaped candles. Crafted from 100 percent soy wax and scented with jasmine, neroli, and orange blossom, this stocking stuffer will have them craving farfalle and rigatoni for Christmas dinner. $20 at Uncommon Goods Moon Teeth Whitening Pen Courtesy of Nordstrom Help them start the year off with a smile—an extra dazzling one. This award-winning teeth whitening pen will allow them to whiten on-the-go. It's vegan, safe for sensitive teeth, and even has light-reflecting pigments for an instantly brighter smile. $20 at Nordstrom Slip 4-Pack Pure Silk Skinny Scrunchies Ornament Courtesy of Nordstrom In lieu of stashing these silky hair ties in their stocking, add this luxe gift to the tree for them to find on Christmas morning. Inside are four scrunchies made from pure mulberry silk. $25 at Nordstrom Snowflake Pecks Lip Treatment Kiss Kit Courtesy of ESW Beauty Keep their lips protected from the harsh winter weather with this holiday set of balms. With ingredients like shea butter and hyaluronic acid, they'll smooth and hydrate while adding shine to their pout. $20 at Eswbeauty.com Anthropologie Holiday Collection Shower Steamers Courtesy of Anthropologie This year, give the gift of self-care in their stocking with some fragrant shower steamers. The set of four is available in three different, festive scents: lavender magic, festive soirée, and merry mint. $20 at Anthropologie Lauren Ralph Lauren Women's Leather Touchscreen Gloves Courtesy of Macy's Keep their hands toasty warm with a beautiful pair of soft leather gloves. The gloves even feature a convenient touch tip so that they can use their phone without taking them off. $98 $62 at Macy's Martha Stewart Kitchen Towel Set Courtesy of Amazon These lemon-themed, cotton kitchen towels from our founder's collection will complement your giftee's kitchen aesthetic while providing durability and great absorption. $15 $13 at Amazon Michelle Handmade Flower Tea Lights Courtesy of Etsy Beautifully packaged, these pretty tea lights are accentuated with delicate wax flowers. Available in sets of six or 12, you can purchase them unscented or choose a scented option in an array of essential oil-infused fragrances like fig, sandalwood, and lavender. $9 at Etsy Social Print Studio Tiny Books Courtesy of Social Print Studio Just under 2 inches, these cute little albums let you share 24 of your favorite photos in a pocket-sized format. Make three identical books, or customize them for each member of your family. $30 at Socialprintstudio.com Shashibo Fidget Cube Courtesy of Amazon This magnetic cube, which can be unfolded and rearranged into more than 70 different shapes, is a fidget toy that's as appropriate for your partner's desk as it is for your first grader's backpack. $25 at Amazon Valerie Peppermint Bark Bar Courtesy of Valerie Confections Peppermint bark is a holiday staple; this luxury version, which melds white chocolate, peppermint candy, and bittersweet chocolate, is a festive treat for every sweet tooth. $13 at Valerieconfections.com Viori Mini Terrace Garden Shampoo and Conditioner Bar Set Courtesy of Sephora These mini floral-scented shampoo and conditioner bars are ethically sourced, pH-balanced, and made with Longsheng rice water, cocoa butter, and hydrolyzed rice protein to moisturize dry hair, boost volume and shine, and repair damaged strands. $15 at Sephora Minute Mimosa Sugar Cube Trio Your giftee can add these citrus- or berry-flavored sugar cubes to a glass of their favorite Champagne for an instant cocktail. Choose peach, strawberry, and raspberry or orange, grapefruit, and lemon (or mix two different flavors to create a custom sip). $30 at Uncommon Goods Eames Blackwing Pencil Set Blackwing pencils, a favorite of Charles and Ray Eames, are known for their rectangular eraser and "feathery-smooth" writing. This set of 12 includes famous Eames quotes—like "Process is not magic" and "Take your pleasure seriously"—on each pencil. $35 at Moma.org Mike's Hot Honey Hot honey is everywhere, and with good reason—it's delicious! Your giftee can drizzle hot honey on everything from ice cream to pizza to give all their favorite foods an unexpected sweet-and-spicy twist. $25 at Mikeshothoney.com Paddywax Checkmate Candle These handpainted, 4-inch wide porcelain vessels are filled with unique scent options, including black fig and olive, cactcus flower, cotton and teak, and rose and santal (among others). After the candle burns down, use the cup as a vase, jewelry holder, or catch-all container. $38 at Paddywax.com Joanna Vargas Glow to Go Sheet Mask Set Courtesy of Joanna Vargas For anyone who loves a good spa day, this collection of five biodegradable sheet masks includes treatments for various skin needs. Individually packaged, they're perfect for at home or on the go. $60 at Joannavargas.com Jo Malone English Pear and Sweet Pea Cologne A new take on Jo Malone's classic sweet-pea-and-freesia scent, this delicate cologne blends floral sweet pea and fragrant English pear. $86 at Jomalone.com Anthropologie Studded Resin Mini Claw Clip Courtesy of Anthropologie With bits of studded glitz, these 2.5-inch clips are a pretty way to pull back small sections of hair into their favorite half-up style. $32 at Anthropologie Moleskine Limited Edition Sakura Textile Artwork Notebook Courtesy of Moleskine Help them keep track of all their best ideas, important notes, and memorable moments in this unlined 2.5-by-4-inch journal—the perfect petite size for stashing in a stocking (and later, a handbag). The limited-edition silk cover, by Italian textile company Mantero, makes the book as unique as the thoughts they use to fill it. $30 at Moleskine.com Concrete Catchall Tray Your giftee can use this minimalist, handmade concrete dish to hold keys in their entryway, cufflinks on their dresser, or spare change on their desk. $16 at Etsy Blind Barber Bryce Harper Beard Balm Argan oil, avocado oil, and jojoba oil make this wood-scented beard balm a Harper-approved option for moisturizing and conditioning all types of facial hair. $20 at Blindbarber.com Freely Adorned Hand Comb & Swivel Compact Hand Mirror Courtesy of Freely Adorned A colorful acetate hand mirror and comb set are a take-anywhere duo that can be tossed in a crossbody, work tote, or gym bag for flawless locks on the go. $40 at Freelyadorned.com Rifle Paper AirPods Pro Case Courtesy of Rifle Paper Co. Keep their mind on next summer's garden—even when it's cold and dreary—with colorful floral-printed earbud cases that protect your music lover's essential gear. $30 $15 at Riflepaperco.com Modern Sprout Agave Grow Kit modern sprout Give your favorite gardener this 5-inch-high blue glass planter, which includes a hydroponic net pot to pull water to the roots of an agave plant as it grows from seed. $30 at Modernsprout.com Dior Backstage Glow Face Palette Courtesy of Dior Professional makeup artists and amateur beauty buffs alike love this four-color palette of shimmering blush and highlighter shades. Use each color individually, or layer them to create your own custom look. $48 at Dior.com Mini Pie Molds Courtesy of Williams Sonoma A trio of pocket pie molds makes it easy to turn out bake-off-worthy pastries for potlucks, picnics, and dessert buffets. $23 at Williams-Sonoma Gaby Dalkin Pacific White Ceramic Measuring Cups Courtesy of Crate and Barrel Home cooks and bakers can never have too many measuring cups—especially when you're adding this speckled ceramic stoneware set to their collection. $25 at Crate & Barrel Botanica Candle Flameless Lighter Courtesy of Botanica These color-blocked flameless lighters use single ARC technology to produce a butane-free flame. Recharge them using the included USB cable, and never be without a light again. $32 at Botanica.co Clever Poppy Monstera Magnetic Needle Minder Courtesy of Clever Poppy Help the crafter on your list avoid lost needles with this small magnetic holder. It secures with a magnet on the underside of the fabric—preventing unwanted holes—and keeps even the narrowest needles close at hand. $14 at Cleverpoppy.com Londontown Winter Whimsy Lakur Mini Nail Polish Courtesy of Anthropologie Creamy neutrals, New Year's Eve-ready glitter, and holiday red shades make this five-color nail polish palette the perfect accent for cold-weather beauty looks. $27 at Anthropologie Trivial Pursuit Mini Packs (1980s-2010s) Courtesy of Amazon Prepare them for their next game night with this set of trivia cards to test their knowledge of the last four decades—a fun game for adults to play in the car, at dinner, or while traveling. $17 at Amazon Beekman 1802 Fresh Air Lip Balm Courtesy of Beekman 1802 This citrus-scented goat milk lip balm also employs sunflower seed oil, beeswax, shea butter, and coconut oil to leave lips moisturized without parabens or mineral oil. $10 $8 at Beekman1802.com Sugarfina Bubbly Bears Champagne Gummy Cube Courtesy of Sugarfina Let them toast to the year behind them—and the one ahead—with Champagne-flavored, sugar-dusted gummy bears. $10 at Sugarfina.com Bentley Seed Co. Annual Wildflower Mix Courtesy of Etsy Has she been trying to bring more pollinators to her garden? This pack has seeds for flowers that provide nectar and pollen to honey bees, wild bees, hummingbirds, butterflies, and other good-for-the-earth critters. $30 at Etsy Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit