Your can never go wrong with special gifts in shades of carnelian, cherry and Bordeaux.
Got a long to-buy list but stuck on where to start? Follow the hue of the season. All the shades of red — carnelian, cherry and Bordeaux among them — make a statement in a stocking, gift box or as a surprise.
Pandora Red Heart Stud Earrings
Petite heart earrings, crafted from sparkly, man-made crystals, are the sweetest way to show you care this holiday season. The under-$100 price point is pretty spot-on, too.
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Vyrao Georgette
Long-time fashion darling Yasmin Sewell took a leap into the world of wellbeing-focused fragrance with Vyrao, and we gotta say, we’re hooked. Georgette, a nearly natural scent infused with enlightening Turkish rose oil, violet leaf absolute and energy-clearing guaiac wood, is our new giftable fave. Think of it as a daily spritz of self-love.
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U Beauty The Trio Set
Fact: not all beauty sets are created equal. But U Beauty’s Trio Set — packed with three of the brand’s insider-beloved products — is one that’s risen to the top. It’s a taste of the essential U Beauty routine: the complexion-boosting Resurfacing Compound, multi-level moisturization via the Super Hydrator and the Plasma Lip Compound which promises a pillow-y, contoured pout.
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Louis Vuitton Boîte Jeu Poker
For the dedicated poker player (and some deep-pocketed person who loves them) comes Louis Vuitton’s monogrammed game set inspired by the house’s original Président Attaché Case. This sleek case lets them take their game anywhere and everywhere.
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Levi’s Coit Boxy Cardigan
A cozy grandpa cardigan isn’t just for the family patriarch. Made with a super-soft, never-itchy yarn and a boxy, oversized fit that drapes like perfection, Levi’s modern take is a seasonal staple anyone would be happy to unwrap.
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Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask Peppermint
Every TikTok-obsessed teen in your life will be clamouring for this little tub, so you might as well be the one to get it for them. Laneige’s viral Lip Sleeping Mask returns for the holiday season with a wintry twist: the same lip-quenching moisture thanks to a bevy of butters, now with an icy-fresh peppermint flavour.
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Nike Red Air Force 1 Retro Sneakers
For the burgeoning sneakerhead on your list, these retro-inspired low-tops are a must-buy. A descendant of the original basketball shoe from 1892, this red-and-white pair feels wholly modern and wearable.
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SKIN Sevan Quilted Cotton Robe
A duvet? For your body? Yes, we’ve uncovered the zenith of wearable comfort. Can’t think of a single person who wouldn’t be delighted to slip on this plush cotton robe, day in and day out.
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Bolin Webb X1 Cooper Red Razor and Case
The shaving category has traditionally been an unimaginative one — until now. Splashed in a standout tomato red, Bolin Webb’s English-made precision razor comes housed in a compact case for an on-the-go trim.
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Swatch Big Bold Irony Red Juicy Watch
Up their accessory game with this unapologetically bold watch that features an oversized face and convenient glow-in-the-dark hands. The sporty red hue aligns perfectly with a more modest look (think: white tee and jeans) or an all-out expression of colour.
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Weekend Max Mara Medium Pasticcino Bag
Max Mara’s Pasticcino Bag has all the makings of their next everyday clutch: the rich Bordeaux shade, puffy quilted exterior (crafted in a super-soft Nappa leather) and asymmetrical resin ball clasps to keep it closed. In a word: chic.
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NARS Starlight Powermatte Lipstick in 133 Too Hot to Hold
Can one ever have too many red lipsticks? (Answer: obviously no!) Add to their lineup with NARS’s best-selling matte formula set in shimmery, holiday edition packaging. The universally flattering, maple-red hue delivers comfortable, 10-hour wear.
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Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Reversible Ring
There’s something so enchanting about the Van Cleef design codes. This reversible, clover-shaped ring is proof: on one side, a gleaming diamond bounded by grooved 18k rose gold; the other, a vibrant carnelian sourced from Brazil. Pure magic.
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