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We all know that person who seems to have everything and appreciates the finer things in life. So when it comes to getting them a gift, what do we do? After all, we don't want to get them something they may already have or will never use. The key is choosing a unique high-end item they'd probably never buy for themselves, such as an exquisite Sarah Espeute hand-embroidered tablecloth, a trendy travel upgrade with the sleek aluminum Rimowa carry-on or a cafe-style espresso maker from Breville. I mean, who can say no to next-level coffee? No matter who you're shopping for, we uncovered some of the best luxury gifts out there.
Any literary friends of yours will appreciate this clock. Instead of only stating the time, it states a quote with the time within it, such as, "It was only two minutes past three, but I seemed to have lived hours in that two minutes," from "An Orkney Maid" by Amelia E. Barr. It also comes in a smaller size ($199).
A projector can give you a movie-theater style experience at home. A portable projector means you can do that anywhere -- the pool, the backyard, a wall in the kid's room. The Anker Nebula Mars 3 Air projector is one of the best portable projectors on the market and makes for a unique gift they likely do not have already. The Mars 3 also won a CNET Editor's Choice award.
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These make a unique gift in that, in a world of earbuds, stand out from the crowd. From its voice-calling capabilities to noise-canceling features, they're the perfect gift for those who want to tune out the world and focus on what they're listening to. Although the price tag may seem high, they're worth every penny to us. They also made our pick for best Sony headphones.
For that tinkerer in your life who wants to get into 3D printing, this four-color 3D printer is the one to get. It's our pick for best overall 3D printers, and CNET's James Bricknell sums it up best, saying, "Whether it's your first printer or another one for your collection, the A1 Combo is the number one printer to buy right now." He also recommends adding the AMS lite for an even more elevated experience.
Read our Bambu Lab A1 Combo review.
If you're looking for a seriously entertaining gift, the Meta Quest 2 will sweep your giftee into a virtual three-dimensional world. The Quest 2 is more affordable, but the Quest 3 outshines its predecessor, with better controllers, superior graphics, a higher-resolution display and the inclusion of a mixed-reality function. It's CNET's choice for the best VR headset at the $500 price point. (Spend another $150, and you can quadruple the storage to 512GB.)
Read CNET's first take of the Meta Quest 3.
Whether they enjoy listening to music or puttering around the house while they have an audiobook going, a quality speaker makes a great gift. That's a tricky gift to give since so many speakers are clunky and large, which can easily throw off the carefully curated aesthetic of a room. The Bang & Olufsen Beosound Emerge Speaker solves that problem. It's the size of a book but still manages to deliver impressive, 180-degree sound, no matter where you place it. It also supports Apple AirPlay 2 and Chromecast, and comes with a built-in radio and microphone for voice control via Google Assistant.
More best luxury tech gifts:
- Nixplay Smart Digital Picture Frame: $160. Everyone can always use another picture frame and this digital one can have one photo on display or an ongoing slideshow.
- Shokz OpenRun Pro Bone-Conduction Headphones: $160. With these bone-conduction headphones, the sound is delivered through the cheekbones, not the ears. So if you know an avid runner or someone who likes to still be able to hear what's going on around them while listening to their favorite music or podcast, this is the perfect gift. This pair also made our pick for best running headphones.
- Insta360 GO 3 Action Camera: $275. An action camera is something not everyone would buy for themselves and this one is great for everyday use -- and only weighs 1.2 ounces. (Yes, ounces) With its magnetization, it also sticks to many surfaces. You can read more about it here.
- Anker MagGo 622 Battery Pack: $34. This phone stand is light and ideal when you want to read or watch something hands-free. It also made CNET's pick for best portable charger and power bank.
Best luxury home gifts
For that home chef who already has all of the cool gadgets for inside their kitchen, consider an outdoor gas pizza oven. This pizza oven not only makes pizzas quickly -- in under two minutes -- but you can also get that perfect char on the crust and perfectly baked that is usually only possible at a pizza place. Even better, it weighs only 20 pounds, making it extremely portable. Although there is a Koda 16 that costs a bit more, this Koda 12 made our pick for best overall pizza oven. As CNET's David Watsky says, "Smaller pizzas typically net better results, particularly for first-timers, with less margin for error."
Having the right sheets can make a big difference in the quality of your sleep -- some make you too hot, causing you to wake up a lot. That’s where these 100% bamboo viscose bed linens come into play -- they’re super soft, yet also breathable. Plus, they come with a 100-night warranty, so it’s a win-win. These also made our pick for best cooling sheets.
A quality espresso machine doesn't come cheap. Breville's Barista Express is ranked CNET's top choice on our list of the best espresso machines, and it comes with a price tag to match. In our testing, it consistently delivered the most delicious shots of espresso among its peers, earning it a CNET Editors' Choice award. Your giftee will never have to go to the local cafe again and will be pulling shots like a barista in no time.
Read our Breville Barista Express review.
There's nothing like having a glass of wine around a fire pit or roasting marshmallows over an open flame. The only drawback to those cozy scenarios is the smoke that clings to your clothes and hair afterward. The award-winning design of the Yukon nixes that issue, allowing your giftee to entertain outside without any of the drawbacks. The Yukon is the largest version of the fire pit that the brand sells, and if you get the accompanying stand, you can use it on heat-sensitive flooring, like a wooden deck.
You might have seen artist Sarah Espeute's trompe-l'oeil embroidered pieces on dinner party accounts on Instagram and TikTok. Her whimsical designs add a touch of charm to the table, outlining an array of dishes, main entrees and bouquets of flowers and garden vegetables. The designs will have guests asking where your giftee got their creative tablescape, which is the ultimate host compliment.
More best luxury home gifts:
- Yeti Tundra Hall Wheeled Cooler: $425. This rolling cooler can hold up to 82 cans, so it's perfect for backyard barbecues or taking to a party.
- Ember Smart Mug 2: $80. If you know someone who likes to sip from a hot cup of coffee (or tea) all day long, this 10-ounce smart mug is a must-have.
- Cuisinart Total Indulgence 2-Quart Ice Cream Maker: $99. Who doesn't love ice cream? This is a nice kitchen item to have for making homemade desserts. It's also our pick for the best overall ice cream maker.
- Everdure Cube Portable Charcoal Grill: $190. There's something nice about grilling over coals and this grill is compact enough to bring camping, to the beach or to a friend's place.
- SodaStream Aqua Fizz Bundle: $194. Sparkling water aficionados will love this SodaStream, which comes with elegant-looking glass carafes to set out when you have company. This also made our list of best soda makers.
Best luxury travel gifts
This is the perfect digital notepad to take anywhere with you, whether you use it to draw, write or read. Plus, the e-reader is front-lit with high resolution, which is a big bonus.
Have your giftee turn heads when they go off to work with the sophisticated and ultra-sleek Tumi Sadler Brief. This modern briefcase is structured for form, but is packed with utilitarian pockets, zippers and compartments that will make them feel more organized and prepared. It has helpful details like magnetic zipper pulls, front U-zip pockets, back pockets, padded laptop and tablet pockets and specialized compartments for items such as pens and phones.
Whether you have a jet-setter on your gift list who seems to be on vacation every other month, or someone who is constantly being pulled away on business trips, they will appreciate you upgrading their flying experience with a Rimowa carry-on. The cult-followed suitcase brand is something of a status symbol, and they will look incredibly chic rolling the iconic aluminum design through the airport.
More best luxury travel gifts:
- Orbitkey Portable Organizer Case V2: $125. Travel addicts will love this. It can hold items like credit cards and a phone bank on the inside and act as a charging pad on the outside.
- Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag: $38. Everyone can always use an extra bag for when they're on the go. If you're looking for a more budget-friendly luxury gift, this is it.
- Twelve South AirFly Pro Wireless Adapter: $55. With this Bluetooth audio transmitter, the travelers in your life will no longer have to deal with twisted-up audio cables.
Best luxury wellness gifts
I first heard about this infrared sauna blanket when interviewing Kate Hudson (yes, the actress) for a wellness article, who was using it as we spoke via phone. She's a fan and I think it makes the perfect gift to give a wellness enthusiast. In essence, it's an at-home sauna in the form of a blanket pouch that uses infrared light to send heat deeper into your muscles to aid in recovery. Your giftee just has to climb inside, lay back and let the sauna work its magic while they relax, close your eyes, read a book -- you name it.
If you know someone who wants to track their health metrics, but in a subtle way compared to using their phone or a smartwatch, the unisex Oura Ring is the way to do so. It can monitor their heart rate, activity and stress levels, plus sleep, and then they can see them all in the Oura app. The ring also has good battery life: it can last up to seven days and charging only takes 20-80 minutes.
Does your loved one have a standing monthly facial appointment or keep their dermatologist on speed-dial? Then they will love using Therabody's latest at-home luxury beauty gadget, the TheraFace Mask. It combines LED and vibration therapy to help reduce fine lines and dark spots. Both treatments stimulate collagen production, according to Therabody, leaving the user with firmer, healthier-looking skin.
If you have a beauty enthusiast on your gift list and they don't have the Dyson Air Wrap yet, then this is the perfect gift. It's meant to replace a whole arsenal of beauty tools -- the bevy of attachments can create everything from sleek blowouts to stylish beach waves to bouncy curls. What makes it so innovative is that it uses much less heat than traditional tools, never going above 300 degrees.
The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is Apple's most expensive smartwatch, but that price tag comes with a lot of perks. This rugged watch has a tough titanium build made for adventure seekers and fitness enthusiasts. It also has top-notch features to match, including an action button to quickly launch apps and start workouts, as well as a bright screen with a maximum of 3,000 nits, which makes it easy to see if you're in the great outdoors.
Read our Apple Watch Ultra 2 review.
More best luxury wellness gifts:
- Drowsy Silk Sleep Mask: $79. This 100% silk sleep mask is luxury at its finest and it also made CNET's pick for best overall sleep mask.
- Kate McLeod Essentials Set: $128. These lotion "stones" are the perfect luxury wellness gift. They contain fragrant essential oils -- like lavender -- and also moisturize the skin.
- Plufl Human Dog Bed: $300. This is exactly what it sounds like and is ideal for those you know who appreciate a comfortable place to lounge around, read or nap. For a more inside scoop on it, read our review.
- Hush Weighted Robe: $90. This weighted robe is the epitome of relaxation, with three pounds of removable weight around the neck area.
- Hatch Restore 2 Sunrise Alarm Clock: $170. Give someone the gift of waking up more naturally with this sunrise alarm clock.