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There are just a few shopping days left before Christmas, which leaves you with just a bit more time to buy gifts without resorting to two-day shipping — and right now, a good number of things are on sale that would happen to make great gifts. You can find Ninja blenders at Walmart, wool beanies at Moda, plus very cheap Pyrex at Macy’s. All that, plus Everlane jeans, bath salts, fuzzy jackets, and DVF dresses.
Timberland boots don’t always have to come in that tan shade — this collaboration with Canadian line wings+horns puts a sleek, Batman-ish twist on the brand.
Timberland x wings + horns Plain Toe Waterproof Boot
$132
at Nordstrom
An extremely compact, megagiftable record player with vinyl-to-mp3 recording capabilities.
1byone Belt-Drive 3-Speed Mini Stereo Turntable with Built in Speakers
$28
at Amazon
This highly effective Ninja blender model is being phased out, which makes it a great time to snatch one up on the cheap.
Ninja Professional Blender NJ600WM
$49
at Walmart
For someone who’s been extra good this year, Amazon has put a bunch of watches from Japanese brand Citizen on sale at a hefty discount.
Citizen Men’s Eco-Drive Titanium Perpetual Chrono
$244
at Amazon
A Chelsea boot for men that has a bit of the scuff and wear on the leather already kicked off for you.
$180
at Nordstrom Rack
A nice little commuter backpack for the hypebeast in your life.
$30
at Nordstrom
This elegant polka dot shirt would look good under a cardigan, worn with a sweater, or just on its own.
Everlane Polka Dot Oversized Shirt
$79
at Everlane
We thought someone had made a mistake when we saw the price on this stretchy striped tank top, which features silver thread for its antibacterial (and stench-fighting) qualities.
$21
at Goop
There was a time when you couldn’t walk ten feet without seeing a guy in chambray — we miss those days.
Everlane Chambray Standard Fit Work Shirt
$41
at Everlane
An easy-to-store bagless vacuum cleaner from trusted brand Shark.
Shark NV105 Navigator Light Vacuum
$100
at Macy’s
A very James Dean silhouette.
Everlane Modern Harrington Jacket
$55
at Everlane
Much cooler-looking than the TOMS of our imagination.
TOMS Landen Shaggy Suede Sneaker
$40
at Nordstrom Rack
The ribbing and pompom on this beanie are so appealing — it would make a perfectly excellent girlfriend gift.
Federica Moretti Lurex Wool Beanie
$69
at Moda Operandi
You could carry this around as a handbag, but it’s much easier to use the strap and make it a cross-body.
Madewell Transport Leather Crossbody Bag
$85
at Nordstrom Rack
Our favorite part about these boots is the laces, which give them just that extra hit of visual contrast.
$89
at Nordstrom Rack
Talk about a great pair of party earrings — or a nice surprise at the bottom of a stocking.
Madewell Mixed Metal Front Back Earrings
$15
at Nordstrom Rack
This version of the Everlane polka dot shirt (this time in white with blue dots) has more of a Parisian-lady-on-the-way-to-the-boulangerie vibe.
Everlane Polka Dot Oversized Shirt
$79
at Everlane
We’re having visions of springtime picnics and walks in the park in this shirt, but for now, wearing it under a cashmere sweater would be nice.
Everlane Cotton Short-Sleeve Popover Shirt
$44
at Everlane
Because why shouldn’t you look sophisticated while huffing and puffing at Flywheel?
$21
at Goop
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