21 of the Best Gifts to Buy for People You Really Want to Impress

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21 of the Best Gifts to Buy for People You Really Want to Impress

And the award for best gift giver goes to... you! Every year, we strive to find holiday gifts that feel special — especially for people we really want to impress. Perhaps it's a mother-in-law, a significant other, a long-distance friend or someone whose name you picked out of a Secret Santa hat. No matter the case, we're here to help you out with some extra impressive gift ideas! [ami-related id="2497124" url="https://www.usmagazine.com/shop-with-us/pictures/funny-feel-good-holiday-gift-guide-2022/" title="22 Funny and Feel-Good Gifts to Bring Positive Vibes This Holiday Season" target="_blank" thumb="true" imgsrc="https://www.usmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Feel-Good-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg?quality=86&strip=all" imgid="2497901" format="gallery" flag="" channel="6001"] Shop our impressive gift picks below to really elicit a genuine "wow" reaction from all of your gift recipients this year. Prices range from under $20 to over $300! Remember, popular picks may sell out quickly, so shop fast!

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21 of the Best Gifts to Buy for People You Really Want to Impress

And the award for best gift giver goes to... you! Every year, we strive to find holiday gifts that feel special — especially for people we really want to impress. Perhaps it's a mother-in-law, a significant other, a long-distance friend or someone whose name you picked out of a Secret Santa hat. No matter the case, we're here to help you out with some extra impressive gift ideas! [ami-related id="2497124" url="https://www.usmagazine.com/shop-with-us/pictures/funny-feel-good-holiday-gift-guide-2022/" title="22 Funny and Feel-Good Gifts to Bring Positive Vibes This Holiday Season" target="_blank" thumb="true" imgsrc="https://www.usmagazine.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Feel-Good-Holiday-Gift-Guide.jpg?quality=86&strip=all" imgid="2497901" format="gallery" flag="" channel="6001"] Shop our impressive gift picks below to really elicit a genuine "wow" reaction from all of your gift recipients this year. Prices range from under $20 to over $300! Remember, popular picks may sell out quickly, so shop fast!

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This Luxury Candle Set That Doubles as Decor

We're always on board with candles as gifts, but if you really want to dazzle someone, add one of these elegant sets to your cart. It comes with a divinely designed holder and lid, two scented candles to fit inside and a fancy wick trimmer. It comes in a beautiful gift box too!

Get the Haus and Sage Luxury Scented Candles Gift Set at Amazon!

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Your Selection of Hand-Prepared Meals

Treat someone to some fully-prepared, flash-frozen meals expertly prepared by chefs so they can take a break in the kitchen this holiday season. We say to spring for something fancy they might not normally have, like Beef Wellington En Croûte or Baby Clams with Linguini Marinara!

Get fully-prepared meals delivered to your (or their) door from Magic Kitchen!

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This Designer Bag

If you're looking to impress someone into fashion, going designer is an undeniably amazing idea — especially when it comes to Marc Jacobs bags. This micro tote is timeless and chic for year-round wear!

Get the Croc-Embossed Micro Tote Bag for just $375 at Marc Jacobs!

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This Wine Advent Calendar

12 drummers drumming? How about 12 nights of wine instead? This seasonal gift includes 12 half-bottles of Season's Greetings wine to be uncovered (and enjoyed) night by night leading up to the holidays!

Get the Vintage Wine Estates 12 Bottles of Wine Advent Calendar (originally $98) for just $89 at QVC!

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This Gourmet Cheese and Charcuterie Hamper

Charcuterie dreams do come true. This picnic hamper comes complete with an array of Spanish charcuterie, artisan cheeses and other gourmet delights. Think a Greek olive mix, delectable jellies and more. Reviewers call it the "most spectacular gift basket" they have ever received. Sold!

Get Select Charcuterie and Gourmet Cheese Hamper (originally $199.95) for just $169.96 at GiftTree — 15% off with code: USWEEKLY!

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This One-Size Bra and Brief Set

Buying any type of clothing for someone else can be tricky because of sizing, but NEIWAI is changing that. This Barely Zero set is made from CloudFit© fabric, which feels like practically nothing, and it comes in one size that covers a wide range of sizes so you can ditch the guesswork!

Get the Barely Zero Spaghetti Strap Wireless Bra + Brief Set Bundle (originally $54) for just $46 at NEIWAI!

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This Stunning Zodiac Necklace

There are countless zodiac and astrology-related gifts out there, so if you're really looking to impress a starry-eyed giftee, check out this amulet necklace. Each one has a hand-carved Mother of Pearl inlay plus sparkling stones — plus features representing each sign listed on the back. Available in both gold and silver!

Get the Zodiac Amulet Necklace for just $108 at Melinda Maria!

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This Vintage-Inspired Coffee Mug Set

Anyone who's into a vintage style, eye-catching home decor or simply a hot cup of coffee or tea will appreciate this charming set. The glass mugs feature bubbly embossing and wooden lids, and the set comes with two long-stem golden spoons!

Get the Gezzeny Vintage Coffee Mug Set at Amazon!

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This Swoon-Worthy Hair Set

Salon-quality hair — every day? Without any trips to your stylist? It's possible with amika! This colorful gift set includes five hair-smoothing favorites, plus the brand's Double Agent 2-in-1 Blow Dryer + Straightening Brush, which we know will leave your giftee unbelievably excited!

Get the amika Smooth Talker Double Agent Straightening Blow Dry Brush Hair Set ($218 value) on sale for just $113 at Sephora!

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This Portable Humidifier

A truly excellent pick for a dry winter! This sleek, whisper-quiet humidifier is perfectly sized and shaped to nourish your skin with a soothing mist, whether you have it on your desk next to your computer or stick it in your car's cupholder!

Get the Hey Dewy Wireless, Rechargeable Cool Mist Humidifier at Amazon!

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These Heeled Leather Boots

Any shoe lover would love to unwrap a shoebox containing a pair of these genuine leather booties. The narrow block heel, the square toe, the flexible upper, the pure sophistication with a hint of edge — can you tell we're obsessed?

Get the Franco Sarto Flexabooty for just $200 at Zappos!

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This Romantic Elixir

Shopping for your romantic partner, or maybe a friend who's in a new relationship? Grab them this flower elixir from Kourtney Kardashian's new wellness brand. This formula contains eight botanicals meant to "rejuvenate and elicit feelings of love and happiness"!

Get the Lemme Fall in Love Organic Flower Elixir at Amazon!

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This Knit Weighted Blanket

Most weighted blankets have the same sort of look — puffy throws or comforters filled with beads. This soft, organic cotton find, however, has a much more elevated appearance. The chunky knit is exquisite. Three weights available!

Get the Bearaby Organic Cotton Weighted Knit Blanket starting at just $249 at Nordstrom!

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This Wellness Water Bottle

The easiest way to remember to stay hydrated? Having a gorgeous water bottle you'll want to bring everywhere! This glass bottle features a mix of genuine crystals at the bottom to keep the good vibes flowing with every sip!

Get the VitaJuwel Wellness Water Bottle at Amazon!

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This Luxe Poker Chip Set

Looking for something to really impress a poker shark? This poker chip set is a top-tier gift idea, featuring casino-grade poker chips and a clear acrylic box — you choose the lid color!

Get the Luxe Dominoes Luxury Poker Chip Set (originally $150) for just $105 at Saks Fifth Avenue!

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This Wavy Vanity Mirror

Every little special touch in your decor can further transform your home and make it your ultimate happy place. This vanity mirror doesn't take up much space, but it will have a major impact for any giftees into a trendy aesthetic!

Get the Simmer Stone Aesthetic Mirror at Amazon!

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This Highly-Coveted Perfume Set

Want your gift to scream opulence? This pink gift box, wrapped in a black satin ribbon, contains two sizes of the iconic Fracas perfume from Robert Piguet. Since 1948, this fragrance has been turning heads, featuring notes of bergamot, mandarin, jasmine and more!

Get the Fracas Little Pink Box for just $99 at Robert Piguet!

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These Colorful Ice Ball Molds

We're sure there's some kind of science that explains why different shapes of ice deliver such intense dopamine boosts, but we're on board regardless. These candy-colored molds are so easy to use and so much fun, especially for someone who loves to entertain!

Get the Rasieya Ice Ball Molds (Set of 4) at Amazon!

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This Pure Silk Hair Gift Set

A different kind of hair-related gift! This pretty pink set features a pillowcase, two scrunchies, a sleeping cap and a heatless curling band, all made out of 100% charmeuse silk. Heatless curls are so big right now — anyone who loves watching beauty videos online will adore this set!

Get the Perfect Silk Beauty Set for Hair (originally $94) for just $69 at LilySilk!

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This Lightbulb Planter

Plant lovers likely already have all kinds of pots and vases, so you'll want to grab them something eye-catching and creative. This hydroponic lightbulb planter is a fan-favorite pick, and we love it for gifting since they'll get to skip the soil. So easy!

Get the Marbrasse Desktop Glass Bulb Planter at Amazon!

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This Japanese Cookie Box

Cookies? Love. A high-quality variety of cookies from a famous Japanese confectioner packaged in a unique, seasonal gift box? Irrevocably in love! Each cookie is individually (and stunningly) wrapped and has a shelf life of six months, so you don't have to wait until the last second to buy!

Get the Yoku Moku Holiday Cinq Délices for just $48 at Saks Fifth Avenue!

Looking for more gift ideas? Check out some of our other favorites below:

- 24 of the Best Beauty and Fashion Gifts for the Holidays (and Beyond)
- 22 Funny and Feel-Good Gifts to Bring Positive Vibes This Holiday Season
- 22 of the Best Gifts Under $50 (That Look More Expensive Than They Are)