Last-Minute Holiday Gift Ideas
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1) The Birdie Original features a powerful siren activated by pulling a pin, designed to stay securely in place to prevent accidental alarms. It also includes a bright strobe light to draw attention in emergencies. Unlike pepper spray, it’s TSA-friendly, making it perfect for travel. Founded by sisters with a mission to empower women, She’s Birdie has helped over 3.5 million women feel safer and more confident. It’s a fantastic holiday gift with savings of up to 40% for a limited time, great for New Year’s Eve outings or for college students returning to campus after the holidays. For tech lovers, the Birdie+ offers Bluetooth-enabled features like location sharing, 24/7 live emergency assistance, and an AI-powered “excuse to leave” call for exiting uncomfortable situations.
2) EXO LIPS™ Hydra Healing Lip Balm revolutionizes lip care with advanced eXo³ exosome technology, offering deep hydration, healing, and protection. Infused with engineered exosomes rich in microRNA and nutrients, this balm promotes advanced cellular repair for healthier, rejuvenated lips. Squalane locks in moisture, ensuring soft and supple lips, while shielding against dryness and environmental stressors. Combining luxury and science, EXO LIPS™ delivers a premium solution for unparalleled lip care.
3) Hickies, the original no-tie shoelaces, revolutionize footwear by turning any shoe into slip-ons—install once, and never tie them again! This global brand offers patented, water-resistant elastic laces that are perfect for running, traveling, playtime, and more. Each pack includes 14 hygienic no-tie laces, enough for one pair of shoes, suitable for all ages and activities—from children and athletes to the elderly and pregnant. With customizable lacing techniques (tight, standard, loose), Hickies provide a perfect fit for every shoe, gender, and lifestyle.
4) The 2021 DAOU Estate Soul of a Lion is the flagship wine from DAOU Vineyards, founded by brothers Georges and Daniel Daou in the Adelaida District of Paso Robles, California, renowned for exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. Created as a tribute to their father, it symbolizes strength, courage, and resilience, reflecting the Daou family’s journey from Lebanon to France and ultimately to California. The 2021 vintage boasts bold flavors of black cherry, blackberry, and blueberry jam, with notes of spices, sage, chocolate, mocha, and vanilla, leading to smooth, vibrant tannins and a long finish. Perfect for the holidays, it’s a meaningful wine to share with loved ones and an ideal gift for collectors, as it will evolve beautifully over time.
5) The DAOU Estate Collection By-the-Glass offers a taste of Paso Robles' finest wines, one glass at a time. Perfect for holiday gifting, this exclusive set is available at DAOUvineyards.com or the DAOU+ app. It features three of DAOU’s premium Bordeaux-style wines—Estate Soul of a Lion, Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, and Estate Mayote—in single glass-sized portions (100ml/3.3 oz). Elegantly packaged in a luxury gift box, it’s an ideal gift for the discerning wine lover or a personal treat.
6) Founded in 2024 by the creators of Ugg and HOKA, AHNU redefines footwear with a focus on style, innovation, and performance. Designed in California, AHNU blends high-performance running technology with timeless designs for all-day comfort. The Sequence 1.1 Sport exemplifies this approach, featuring a supple leather upper for unmatched day-to-night performance and style. Ideal for professionals and creatives—architects, artists, chefs, musicians, and entrepreneurs—AHNU shoes are timeless, trend-defying, and ready to accompany you wherever curiosity leads.
