The holiday season is here, and the countdown is officially on! As fun as this time of the year can be, many would agree that it can also be stressful to find the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Finding the best luxury Advent calendars? Even more difficult.
Whether you have a tween who isn't impressed by anything or the man who seems to already have everything he needs, gift giving isn't always as simple as it might seem. Luckily, we're always here to help when it comes to shopping and finding that gift that will make them toss that gift receipt faster than Santa shimmies down the fireplace. If you know someone who prefers the finer things in life, whether it be splurging on a bottle of wine or perfume, these Advent calendars are sure to impress them.
If you're choosing to treat yourself or a friend, these over-the-top and extravagant Advent calendars provide a little extra surprise during the holiday season. Everyone deserves a little treat every once in a while, especially if it comes in the form of a savory sweet.
From calendars perfect for skincare enthusiasts to jewelry connoisseur alike, these luxe Advent calendars from luxurious brands such as La Mer, Diptyque and Lush, among others, will unveil goodies throughout the entire holiday season.
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Best food and wine Advent calendars
La Maison du Chocolat Advent Calendar
The La Maison du Chocolat Advent calendar comes in the form of a beautiful constellation with windows that open to reveal decadent chocolate bites that include almond hazelnut praline with Gianduja hazelnuts, pecan praline with caramelized pecan, praline with almonds and hazelnuts and more.
Senior SEO editor Jess Bender shares, “I originally saw a preview of this luxury chocolate Advent calendar over the summer and was instantly blown away by how stunning the packaging was. The pralines and mini chocolate bars are equally worth raving about — my favorite bites include a dark chocolate morsel sprinkled with a blend of almonds, pistachios and hazelnuts and a decadent pecan praline that has flavor notes that remind me of being in New Orleans.”
Compartés Gourmet Chocolate Advent Calendar
If they have a sweet tooth that seems to have a pretty rich taste, gift them with this gourmet chocolate calendar that has 24 days of decadent chocolate to unveil. With "garden-inspired" flavors such as raspberry rose, passion fruit, lemon poppyseed and more, they're sure to discover some new delicious delicacies.
In Good Taste Wine Advent Calendar
An Advent calendar catered to those who like to enjoy a glass (or two!) of wine each night, this 24-day calendar promises them a wide variety to unveil each day leading up to the holidays.
What’s even better than trying an assortment of wines is knowing they’re sustainable as well. In Good Taste produces four variations of eco-friendly wines: vegan, natural, biodynamic and organic blends. Plus, each miniature bottle includes 1/4 a regular, full-sized bottle of wine, making them easy to share with loved ones.
Vinebox 12 Nights of Wine Advent Calendar
With three different calendar options to choose from, they can opt for a cozy night in with red wines, chill out with a selection of whites, roses and reds, or opt for a 24-day Advent calendar that includes a variety of their entire assortment. Each wine comes in a 100ml vial, which amounts to almost a half-cup pour.
Ladurée Chocolate & Sweets Advent Calendar
Ladurée’s Advent Calendar comes packaged with 24 delicious surprises. Inside you’ll find an assortment of chocolate pearls, candied fruits, caramel, jam, and more. The last surprise arrives in the form of a special decoration for the Christmas tree box.
Onyx Coffee Lab Advent Calendar
Whether you purchase this Advent calendar solely for its presentation or you're genuinely interested in scoping out different blends of coffee, there's no ignoring how elegant and aesthetic this 24-day calendar is.
Included within each packet is whole bean coffee with enough to make two 12-ounce cups. From Krampus Peaberry to Ethiopia Narguss Nare to sample, reviewers note that the blends are less sweet, so it wouldn't hurt to add a couple packets of sugar. Right now it's available for preorder and will ship out November 18.
Vosges Haut-Chocolat Advent Calendar
Ready to ship on November 20th, this gourmet chocolate Advent calendar includes caramels, milk, dark and white chocolate bars, peppermint candy cane chocolates and more in the shape of ornaments, gnomes and traditional squares in order to raise the festive spirits during the month of December.
The box, which comes in the shape of a chocolate shop, even lights up, making for a fun decor piece that can light up any kitchen counter or side table.
Best jewelry Advent calendars
Neiman Marcus 12 Days of Fragrance Advent Calendar
Gifting a fragrance lover? The 12-day fragrance Advent calendar comes filled with miniature versions of some of the most luxe scents and lotion around including Mind Games French Defense, Bond No. 9 NoMad, Byredo Bal d’Afrique eau de parfum, Kilian Good Girl Gone Bad eau de parfum and Aqua di Parma Colonia lotion.
Kendra Scott 12 Days of Joy Bestsellers Box
Kendra Scott is offering a beautiful Advent calendar for the 2024 holiday season. The 12 Days of Joy Bestsellers Box features some of the brand’s bestselling jewelry in a vibrant yellow box with compartments to open each day leading up to the holiday. It includes two Elisa pendant necklaces, a mini Elisa satellite short pendant necklace, an Ari heart pendant necklace, mini Ellie stud earrings, Ari heart huggie earrings and more.
Abbott Lyon Made More You Advent Calendar
The Abbott Lyon Made More You Advent calendar is full of beautiful daily surprises. In it, you’ll find 12 luxe gifts, including four personalized pieces like the initial bracelet and mini heart birthstone pendant. The best part is that you can have the outside customized with the special recipient’s name.
Bender says, “I received a sample of this from Abbott Lyon’s PR team and was really touched by all the personalized details that went into creating this Advent calendar, from my name donned on the front of the package to my initial and birth stone appearing in an array of dainty jewelry essentials.”
Quince 12 Days of Jewelry Advent Calendar
Spoil them this year with this jewelry Advent Calendar from Quince. It comes with 12 compartments to open daily, revealing a beautiful mix of earrings, necklaces and bracelets, many highlighted with white sapphires, white topaz and freshwater cultured pearls.
Astrid and Miyu 12-Day Gold Jewelry Advent Calendar
You can never have too much jewelry, right? This Advent calendar is also available in two different versions, dependent on whether they prefer silver or gold metals. With studs, huggies, hoops and ear cuffs to surprise them with, this Advent calendar provides a beautiful presentation as well.
Best beauty Advent calendars
Philip B’s 8 Days of Hanukkah Advent Calendar
Philip B. decided to take the “light” aspect of Hanukkah quite literally with eight days of products that promise to brighten and illuminate your hair. From shampoos to oils, deep conditioners and more, give your hair the glow-up it deserves with this calendar.
Beekman 1802 There's No Place Like Home Advent Calendar
Beekman 1802’s philosophy is to start off each day with a little bit of kindness. Whether it be treating your face to quality skincare or having a self-care night with premium body wash, this Advent calendar includes “cult favorites” and new launches.
Commerce editor Rebecca Brown specifically loves this one, saying, "Unboxing this is a thrill. It looks more like a tome, pretty enough to sit front and center on a bookshelf. But open it up (beware: it’s heavy) and you’ll be even more blown away to find that there are 24 must-have items (including 16 full-sized products). It’s truly epic."
The Harrods 12 Days of Hair & Body Advent Calendar 2024
Time to discover a new favorite, says Harrods of London. This Advent calendar is filled to the brim with a combination of full- and travel-sized beauty products, with brands like Ouai and Living Proof to obsess over.
Kiehl's Open for Advent-Ure Gift Set
This unique Advent calendar is filled with individual pouches rather the traditional "box door" method. However, you'll find this pick houses customer favorites including the ultra facial collection, avocado eye cream (an editor favorite here!), lip balm #1, and many more goodies.
Sabon 31-Day Advent Calendar 2024
Celebrate the whole month of December with this 31-day calendar from Sabon. Between the fragrant shower oils and exfoliating scrubs, the gifts keep on coming even after Santa heads back to the North Pole.
Aprés Christmas Advent Calendar
Filled with 25 products to create the perfect Gel-X manicure, the Après nail Advent calendar is a beauty lover’s dream. It comes with six gel polishes, a Gel-X prep, a Heavenly top gelcoat, Snowflake gel, silicone stamper, nail art stickers, glitter, charms and more.
Lush Advent Calendar
Bath bombs, lip scrubs, bubble bars, shower gels, oh my! What more could you ask for out of this Lush Advent calendar that features the brands most popular scents and products during the holiday season.
From a reindeer bubble bar to a Santa bath bomb, these scents and shapes are sure to put everyone, even a Scrooge, into the holiday spirit. The fun doesn't stop with this one, as the brand also has two other Advent calendars to peruse and surprise with as well.
Glasshouse Fragrances Christmas Advent Calendar
With this Glasshouse Fragrances Advent calendar, you’ll receive 24 mini samples of the brand’s most indulgent products including candles, body lotions, lip balms and eau de parfums.
Elemis The Ultimate Skincare Advent Calendar
With a $777 value, we wouldn't be surprised to find this at the top of any skincare fanatic's list. With a full size of the brand's signature Pro-Collagen Marine Cream and three versions of the viral Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, this one practically pays for itself.
Liberty London Beauty Advent Calendar
With an exterior that mimics old-timey shoppes during the holiday season, this Advent calendar features 28 full- and travel-sized products to add to your self-care routine. From candles, blush, exfoliators and more from popular brands such as Paula's Choice, Sunday Riley and more, they're sure to indulge in both new favorites and some familiar finds in this calendar.
La Mer The La Mer Wonder Express Advent Calendar
With 12 days of La Mer products to unbox, they’ll be stocked to the brim with hydrating, cleansing and rejuvenating products that they can indulge in during their next self-care night.
These products are limited-edition, making the Advent calendar’s sticker price more worth it.
Other top Advent calendars to shop
Diptyque Scented Candle Advent Calendar
The inner shopaholic in editor Vivien Moon can’t take her mind off this pick from Diptyque. Filled with fan-favorite (you haven’t lived until you smelled the Baies fragrance!) candles from the brand in this iconic calendar.
Papier 24 Days of Desk Delights Advent Calendar
If they can't help but buy the new pen they just tested at the bookstore or can never seem to pass up an adorable set of sticky notes, gift them with this 24-day Advent calendar that includes many "desk delights."
These delights include washi tape, sticky notes, paper clips, mini notebooks and more to fulfill their stationery-loving heart.
Happy Socks Advent Calendar
Gift them with the joy of colorful and comfy socks from Happy Socks this season. This Advent calendar box features windows with 24 pairs socks that the recipient can wear every day from Dec. 1 until the Christmas holiday.
Leatherology Advent Calendar
The black croc Leatherology Advent calendar comes with the brand’s standard luggage tag which can be personalized, hotel keychain, slim card case, cord wrap set, wristlet Airpod case and more all made with high quality Italian leather.
Jo Malone London Advent Calendar
Reviewers rave about this "fab calendar," that features gingerbread scented products, such as travel candles, body washes and more. Treat yourself or a friend with this "must have gift for the upcoming season," according to a reviewer.
How we chose
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