Make Every Moment Merry: The 2026 Guide to Holiday Gifting

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The best gifts do not have to be complicated. Sometimes, they come in the form of a new signature scent, a beauty essential that upgrades someone's daily routine, a wardrobe find they will reach for again and again, or something that makes hosting a little more enjoyable. From everyday indulgences to thoughtful upgrades for the home and travel, this holiday gift guide from Rustan Marketing Corporation brings together finds for the different personalities, passions and moments that make the season special.

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Scents That Make Spirits Bright

A great fragrance is more than a finishing touch. It can capture a mood, bring back a memory or become someone's new everyday signature. Monotheme's Apothéose de Rose Eau de Toilette offers a soft, fruity rose scent with hints of pear and mandarin, while Lacoste Original Aqua Eau de Parfum offers a crisp, woody aquatic scent with refreshing marine notes. Guess Iconic Sublime Eau de Parfum pairs delicate florals with warm amber for an inviting, feminine scent, while Tommy Hilfiger's Tommy Girl New York Eau de Toilette combines sparkling bergamot, fruity apple and carambola with rose for a bright, fruity-floral scent.

For evening wear, Maison Margiela's REPLICA Jazz Club Eau de Toilette blends rum, tobacco leaf and vanilla with pink pepper and citrus for a warm, smoky-sweet fragrance inspired by the atmosphere of a jazz lounge. Van Cleef & Arpels California Rêverie Eau de Parfum captures the feeling of a sunlit garden with its luminous white floral scent highlighted by delicate jasmine, making it an elegant pick for those drawn to refined, sunlit scents.

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’Tis the Season to Glam Up

For skincare enthusiasts, Filorga's NCEF-Revitalize Cream incorporates the brand's NCEF complex into a daily moisturizer that helps smooth wrinkles, improve firmness and restore radiance to tired-looking skin. BaByliss Style Secret Air makes at-home styling easier by automatically wrapping hair around its barrel to create curls and waves, with adjustable settings for more personalized results.

The Denman Navy Future Dusk Collection combines a deep blue-violet finish with tools for different hair needs. The D28 Wide Tooth Detangler helps loosen knots, the D38 Deluxe Detangling & Styling Paddle supports everyday styling, the D3 Deluxe Original Curl Definer & Styler helps shape curls, and the D81M Deluxe Style & Shine Smoother helps smooth hair and enhance shine.

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For a luminous finishing touch, Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse® Or Roll-On adds a touch of golden shimmer while nourishing the skin, with a convenient roll-on applicator that makes it easy to achieve a radiant glow on the go. OPI's Infinite Shine Glaze Toppers offer three ways to dress up holiday nails: Got Glaze? for a milky finish, Donut Disturb for a glazed-donut sheen, and Holo and Behold for an iridescent, light-catching effect.

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Sleigh the Season in Style

Practical gifts can be wardrobe favorites, too. Hanes' Heavyweight Crewneck White T-Shirt 5+1 Multipack makes a practical gift out of an everyday essential, with six comfortable, durable cotton tees that are easy to wear on their own or layer under favorite outfits. Maidenform's Extra Firm Waist Trainer offers firm shaping support around the waist and midsection, creating a smoother, more defined silhouette beneath clothing.

Anne Klein's Silver & Gold Round Watch (AK5491SVTT) pairs a classic round dial with a two-tone finish that coordinates easily with silver or gold jewelry. For footwear, Easy Spirit's Kaisley Slingback Pumps combine a pointed toe, petal-like cutout detailing and a sculpted kitten heel with a cushioned footbed and arch support, perfectly suited to office days, dinners and festive gatherings.

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All Packed for a Festive Escape

For frequent travelers, Samsonite's Paralux in Dusty Pink brings a muted blush finish to luggage designed with a traditional split opening and a front-access compartment. Its thoughtful design makes packing and accessing essentials easier, while the included packing cubes help keep belongings organized throughout the journey.

Meanwhile, the American Tourister Cleva and Paxtra collections offer practical luggage options for holiday getaways, with spacious compartments designed to make packing and organizing travel essentials more convenient.

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For travelers who like to keep their accessories simple and versatile, Nine West's Silver Round Watch with Bracelet (NW2711SVST) offers a classic silver-toned design that pairs easily with everything from casual daytime outfits to evening looks.

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Season’s Gatherings

For home cooks, KitchenAid Cookware's Classic Stainless Steel 3-ply Open Wok 28cm makes a useful addition to any kitchen, with durable three-ply construction that distributes heat evenly for stir-fries and everyday cooking. For hosts who enjoy a coordinated table, Oneida's Mooncrest 45-Piece Set, Service for 8 brings a polished finishing touch to holiday gatherings, with sleek stainless-steel flatware that looks just as fitting for special celebrations as it does for everyday family meals. 

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GreenPan's Essence Open Deep Frypan 24cm is equally suited to everyday favorites, from sautéed vegetables to pan-fried dishes. Its open, deep-sided design offers room for ingredients to cook while helping keep food contained during stirring and turning. Meanwhile, Jamie Oliver's Big Love Pass-Me Platter, 35 x 20cm in Pink adds a cheerful pop of color to the spread, with an elongated shape suited to serving appetizers, sides and shared dishes.

From fragrance and beauty to personal style, travel and entertaining, the right holiday find is ultimately the one that feels suited to the person receiving it. After all, thoughtful gifting is not just about what is inside the wrapping. It is about the little discoveries, everyday pleasures, and shared moments that make the season worth celebrating.

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