11 Last Minute Christmas Gifts That Still Feel Thoroughly Thought Through

Forgot to pick up a present? Looking for a gift that'll feel like you've put plenty of thought into it? We've got some suggestions.

We know there's nothing worse than the hassle of last-minute gift shopping, so why not make the job easier for you by curating a special list of items you could consider buying for your friends and family this Christmas?

For the one you think about daily

What better way to show someone you love them than with a thoughtful floral gift hamper? Paired with delectable chocolates and good bubbly from Marks & Spencer, Godiva, Redondo, and The Belgian, let Flower Chimp Singapore take care of your festive gifting this year, with medium to large baskets (ranging from $29.90 to $304.90) now available with same-day delivery at your convenience.

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For the one who deserves some luscious self-care

TwoLips might have started life as a brand to address intimate skincare issues — think creams to alleviate and prevent ingrown hairs — but it has since evolved into a bona fide top-to-toe wellness brand. TwoLips has just opened its first physical store at ION Orchard, making for easy last-minute shopping. There, you can find its entire range of products, including their recently-released Prebiotic Set, a five-step routine that includes a gentle Konjac Jelly Scrub and a soothing Prebiotic Body Balm. As with all of the brand's products, they're usable just about anywhere on the body, from the face to more sensitive regions.

For big family get-togethers

Need a one-stop shop for your gifts? KrisShop's expansive digital store has you covered. Pick up some at-home spa products from Banyan Tree, or some artisanal leather goods from Bynd Artisan. For Secret Santa parties — or if you're looking for a universally-loved gift — you can't go wrong with a candle from the likes of Diptyque, Maison 21 G, or To Be Calm.

For the one with a curated liquor shelf

The only thing better than a good drink is one that comes in a handsome bottle — ideally, one that will look at home in a beloved liquor rack or aesthetic display shelf. Kentucky-based bourbon producers Maker's Mark know this well. This Christmas, their distinctive wax-sealed bottles come with an additional, delightful feature: Purchase a bottle from select Cold Storage outlets (namely, in Great World City and Jelita Shopping Centre) and you'll get to customise the name on the bottle's label. Best of all, it's printed on the spot, making this the perfect last minute Christmas dinner gift.

For the frisky friend

We all know at least one person in the group: The relentless pleasure seeker and unabashed flirt. Give them something that'll really get their engines going from Zouk's online Festive Factory store. Choose from 'Naughty' or 'Nice' gift boxes, which come stocked with goodies like carefully-crafted bottled cocktails and, depending on the box you choose, a brow-raising toy whip or a set of jolly Christmas stockings (the kind you hang over the proverbial fireplace, not, you know, the other sort.)

For the friend who's always nursing a hangover

A handy gift for you and your friends to beat the hangovers this festive season. Formulated by scientists and nutritional experts, the Bounceback Liver Defence+Detox Pill is an anti-hangover pill that tackles the build-up of toxic Acetaldehyde in your body after a night of celebration. The pill is 100% natural and contains 22 different vitamins, antioxidants and herbal extracts, along with Dihydromyricetin (DHM) that helps to metabolise alcohol faster.

For the baker

The perfect gift for a baker who has absolutely no time to do so. Tefal’s Cake Factory Delices’ easy-to-use appliance comes equipped with five intelligent baking programmes for the utmost convenience. Much like the ease of an air fryer, the Cake Factory Delices allows users to automatically adjust the baking time and temperature to bake almost anything without having to constantly monitor it. Say hello to hassle-free baking this Christmas.

For the friend who loves a good hair pampering

If you’ve got a friend who appreciates quality hair products, consider getting them Oribe’s exclusive 2021 Holiday Collection. This season, the brand has partnered up with French interior design atelier À Paris chez Antoinette Poisson to come up with an intricately hand-drawn packaging that not only looks good, but saves the planet as well. A beautiful, well-thought-out gift that your friends are sure to appreciate.

For beauty aficionados

Clinique’s latest holiday kit is this season’s latest must-have for beauty lovers everywhere. At just $99, gift someone the experience of trying nine of the brand’s best skincare and makeup products this Christmas. Signature products of Clinique include their All About Clean™ Foaming Facial Soap, Moisture Surge™ 100H Auto-Replenishing Hydrator, All About Eyes™, and more. A major steal, if you asked us!

For the friend who's thinking of starting a new skincare regime

A great starter kit for skincare beginners (that’s also on sale at Sephora). Dermalogica’s Clear Start Clearly Matte Skincare Kit comes equipped with the brand’s popular Breakout Clearing Foaming Wash, Breakout Clearing Booster, and Clearing Defense SPF 30 to elevate the experience of the first step of your skincare routine. Perfect for those struggling with blemishes, oiliness, and visible pores.

For the friend who can't leave the house without styling their hair

Looking for an easy-to-use hair curler that brushes and styles your hair for you? Look no further as ghd’s Rise™ Hot Brush Gift Set does just that. With just the push of a button and about five minutes dedicated to styling your hair, this device will deliver 2x more long-lasting volume from the root of your hair to the tip, no matter the hair type or length.