You may or may not know, dear reader, that I have an unfortunate penchant for luxury. (Much to my loved ones’ confusion and consternation). But that makes me the go-to resource when someone is shopping for an ultra-high-end item — from designer fashion and home decor to kitchen appliances, beauty devices, tech gadgets and beyond.I’ll spot three of the same thing and instantly be drawn to the most expensive option, even when I don’t know the prices. It is but a gift and a curse. The holidays are the perfect time for mega-splurges on the ones we love, and if you’re looking to drop some serious cash on someone special this season, you’ve come to the right place. Below, I’ve rounded up 21 of the most covetable luxury gifts. If you’re looking for something to splurge on, you’ve come to the right place. Snag one of these jaw-droppers and your recipient will be talking about their gift for years to come.NordstromA sumptuous cashmere throw blanketA cashmere throw is the kind of thing everyone wants in their home but few people want to splurge on, making it a perfect gift. This cozy option at Nordstrom is available in three colors, is soft and warm and will look as good as it feels. AmazonThe highly-coveted Samsung Frame TVMy parents just purchased this popular and stylish television and can't get enough of it, and this is the perfectly-sized 55-inch 2025 model. This TV is known for its flush-mounting 4K HDR screen designed to look like a piece of art you’ve hung on your wall. When it’s not actively playing a movie or show, you can set the TV to display a piece of art, a map or any other visual you want. Its motion sensors even make the art change as you move around your home. In TV mode, it works with Alexa for hands-free control and can connect with all your favorite streaming apps. RimowaLuggage with an edge and a bit of historyI have been coveting a Rimowa suitcase for as long as I can remember. I always figured I'd put it on a wedding registry, but then I went ahead and eloped, so there goes that plan. These iconic suitcases are timeless, classic and add a bit of rock and roll to your travel gear. They're made to last a lifetime, and people like Patti Smith (who has been rocking hers for decades) are proof that they stand the test of time.It's made with top-quality anodized aluminum with leather handles and has a telescopic handle, rotating wheels, TSA-approved locks and a flex divider. It also comes with a complimentary leather luggage tag and a sticker. AmazonA Garmin smartwatch designed for people who train outdoorsThis smartwatch is a must for serious athletes. The solar-enabled Fenix 8 has a scratch-resistant sapphire lens and a built-in flashlight and strobe light for nighttime adventures. It also tracks your ascents and descents if you're training for endurance or a hilly race. While it tracks practically every activity other Garmin watches can, from sleeping to running, this one can also track sports like soccer, football, baseball, volleyball, ice hockey and racquet sports.AmazonA pair of comfy over-ear headphonesThese adaptive hybrid noise-cancelling headphones adjust to your environment, so you can listen comfortably. They feature a naturally balanced sound quality for superior listening, can be easily switched between devices, charge quickly and are designed to be comfortable enough to wear all day. One reviewer said the fit "is nice and comfortable, with an easily adjustable band. It feels very sturdy and not flimsy like some." Another pointed out that qualities like the "unique design, comfort, and an easy-to-use app, making it a great choice for the gym."ObagiThe Obagi best-selling clinical facial firming serumClinical skin care is notoriously expensive, so you want to make sure you're investing in the right ones. The Obagi Elastiderm is the brand's bestselling facial firming treatment serum that supports skin's natural elasticity production. The proprietary "contour complex" can help reduce crepiness, skin sagging, fragility and other key signs of aging. A must for any skin care devotee on your list. AmazonA smokeless fire pitKnow a gift recipient who loves to go camping or who wishes they had a fireplace? They can enjoy the ambiance of a fire without getting ash in their face with this metal smokeless fire pit. With 360-degree airflow, this double-walled stainless steel fire pit gets 400 degrees hotter than conventional fires, creating finer ash and subverting the smoke down into the pit instead of having it spread to everyone's eyes.AmazonAn indoor herb gardenThere are many imitators, but it just doesn't get better than the AeroGarden Harvest Elite. You (or your loved one) can grow veggies and herbs year-round with this indoor gardening system. It includes a gourmet seed pod kit containing Genovese basil, curly parsley, dill, thyme, Thai basil and mint. It can grow up to six plants at a time, up to 12 inches tall. And because it uses soilless seed pods that grow with just water, there’s virtually no mess to clean up. The control panel on the front of this sleek garden lets you know when it’s time to add water and plant food (included), and automatically turns the light on and off.AmazonA digital picture frame sure to be beloved by grandparentsA high-quality digital frame is a must-have for the grandparents in your life. My parents have one and are absolutely obsessed with it. They love being able to see their kids' and grandkids' photos on it all day long. It pairs with an app that makes it easy to add pictures (no matter how tech literate they may be) and the high resolution from the screen delivers bright, beautiful images. The frame has free, unlimited storage and family and friends can send new photos in any time through the Aura app. This one is also a smart frame, which has features like auto-shutoff at night, automatic brightness adjustment and smart photo cropping (it'll show two vertical photos side by side so there's no ugly black bars on the sides of the screen). It even has a built-in speaker for videos. WayfairA stunning wood mahjong tableIt seems like everyone and their mother is playing mahjong these days, and this beautiful solid wood mahjong table is perfect for the enthusiast in your life. It's made of high-quality wood, is wrapped in a cashmere-like fabric and has rounded corners. It's as chic as it is functional. It's water- and stain-resistant and comes with a set of Chinese mahjong tiles made with smooth faux jade and includes an electronic silent dual-mode dice-rolling system. This table is as beautiful as it is functional.AmazonA Japanese vegetable knifeThis traditional Shun Japanese-style veggie knife is beloved by chefs and passionate home cooks. Reviewers love Shun's all-purpose knife for being comfortable to hold and razor-sharp for maximum precision. It has a straight blade, edge and spine, with a blunt end for added safety. It's easy to use and is made with strong, stain-resistant materials with a hammered finish and a beautiful wood handle. I have the Shun chef's knife and use it daily, the quality is unbelievably good.The CitizenryThe Citizenry's editor-beloved stonewashed linen bedding bundleThis lavish stonewashed linen bedding set is incomparable. I've slept on a lot of linen sheets in my day, but no others come close to this level of softness and comfort. This set includes one sheet set (a flat sheet, fitted sheet and two pillowcases), one duvet cover and two extra pillowcases. It really creates an elegant, comfortable and cozy tone in your bedroom — you'll never want to get out of bed. Get one for the person who loves to lounge around and be cozy. The set is available in 14 different solid colors and three different patterns in sizes full-Cal king.GoldbellyA Russ & Daughters caviar gift setFeeling fancy? This caviar set is opulent, aesthetically pleasing and delicious. Perfect for the ritzy foodie on your list. It includes a tin of American Caspian-style caviar along with a mother-of-pearl spoon, some crème fraiche and blini. A decadent treat they will never forget.Brave PuddingA pair of decadent cashmere sock-style shoesIt's very easy for me to become hyperfixated on luxury items, especially when they. have the potential to be travel-related. I have convinced myself that the only way I will survive a 15-hour flight with my toddler next month is by purchasing this pair of cashmere sock shoes from Brave Pudding. I haven't made the leap yet, but I feel a renewed temptation daily, especially as my travel date gets closer and closer. There is no mid-air tantrum I can't survive with this cozy footwear. Available in six colors, these yummy shoes are designed for outdoor wear, and are surprisingly durable. they're made with recycled cashmere and have a cushioned insole and nice grippy outsole. They're elegant and refined, just what we need to survive the chaos of holiday travel. Get a pair for the luxury lover in your life. Eight SleepA revlutionary sleep systemConsider this the ultimate gift for the hot sleeper in your life, or someone who has difficult sleeping in general. The Eight Sleep Pod 5 Hub creates an ecosystem to help transform sleep. It uses hardware like a hub and a smart cover plus intelligent software that works together to help with temperature control, snore reduction, provide zero gravity support and provide gentle alarms. It just might be the future of sleep. RoccoA smart fridge that doubles as a bar cartWhen it comes to drink refrigerators, it's not often you find one that is as stylish as it is functional. This Rocco smart fridge beautifully blends form and function, making it a chic decor item while also keeping your drinks perfectly chilled. It's quiet, has isolated temperature zones, fits all can and bottle sizes with a modular shelving system with reversible racks, and even includes a set of coaster cards. Perfect for the person who loves to entertain. It's available in seven different colors. It's on sale right now as part of an early Black Friday sale, but prices could change in the coming weeks.Flamingo EstateA Gaetano Pesce olive oil decanterThis instant heirloom is a whimsical olive oil vessel that was among Italian architect and designer Gaetano Pesce's final works. Made of murano glass, each bottle is a beautifully crafted piece that can be enjoyed for a lifetime. Each bottle comes with a tin of Flamingo Estate Heritage extra virgin olive oil, making it the perfect gift for the design enthusiast in your life.HypericeA pair of air compression bootsThese full-leg air compression boots are beloved by athletes and are designed to boost recovery from tough workouts. This is a great gift for someone you know who loves to train hard. The boots use air-filled chambers that provide targeted massage and compression that can help to increase blood flow and lymphatic drainage while also reducing soreness. The boots can be customized via the Hyperice app, making each experience unique to the user.Bambu LabsA 3-D printerMy brother is a huge fan of his A1 Bambu 3-D printer, and used it almost daily until recently, when he ordered this H2S model as an upgrade. He said, “Like the rest of Bambu’s lineup, the H2S is a plug-and-play machine that just works, whether you’re a beginner or a pro.”He explained that the H2S Combo is the brand’s large-format machine that allows you to print in multiple colors easily, and that adding more color-changing hubs (called AMS) allows you to print more exotic materials, with up to 16 different colors for a single print. There are attachments if you want to add a laser cutter or a pen cutter tool. “The quality of the prints is exceptionally high, regardless of what kind of filament you are using, including soft materials like TPU."He added that the Bambu Lab ecosystem of physical products, software, app and community-based 3D model library makes it easy for anyone to jump into the hobby head-first.TargetA pair of unique Bose earbudsThese Bose earbuds feature a unique "open ear" silhouette that differentiates them from traditional earbuds. This style is ideal for anyone who dislikes the feeling of having them in the actual ear canal.Interestingly enough, it's my 64-year-old mother who owns a pair of these. (Way to have your finger on the pulse, Maria!) She said, "I am someone who was very late to the earbud game because I hate the feeling of earbuds stuck inside my ears. But I love how these give me the ability to listen clearly to audiobooks or music and still be able to hear my surroundings. They're extremely comfortable, easy to set up and the charge lasts a very long time." There you have it, folks!Gronk FitnessA water rower machineThis water rower was designed in the 1980s by Yale and U.S. National Team rower John Duke, and remains the standard by which all other rowing machines are held against. It's made for entry-level rowers with the brand's patented WaterFlywheel tech, which replicates the resistance experienced while rowing on water. It has a monitor that provides data and advanced training features. My parents (who are in their mid-60s) own this rower and have used it for nearly three years. “I bought my WaterRower machine in mid-2023,” my dad told me. “I’d recently had total knee replacement surgery and had been looking for something to complement the daily exercise routine I learned during PT and the stationary bike. For me, the WaterRower was the perfect solution. It was nice-looking and a space-saver. Because it works a majority of muscles with no impact, through the years it’s given me the strength, flexibility and endurance that I was lacking. Because I find it quite enjoyable and easy to fit into my daily schedule, it has allowed me to persevere. I love it, and credit it for my good health and lifestyle." It’s also easy to store standing up if you don’t want it taking up too much floor space, as my mother pointed out. Williams SonomaA gorgeous Breville indoor pizza ovenGive the home cook in your life the gift of a truly fancy indoor pizza oven. This pizzaiolo from Breville is as good as it gets, reaching 750 degrees Fahrenheit to create an ideal baking environment for yummy pizza pies. It has a removable natural cordierite stone deck and replicates three types of heat typically generated by a brick oven. The oven features several settings depending on which style of pizza you are making and it comes with a stainless steel pizza peen and carbon steel deep-dish pizza pan.Net-A-PorterA metallic apron and pearl jewelry set from "It Girl" brand Gohar WorldGohar World is a wonderland of eccentric, unique and stylish home goods. The brand has a way of putting a spin on even the most mundane items (a napkin, rubber gloves, dinner settings) and elevating them. This set includes a metallic silver apron and a pearl necklace and earrings, so your recipient can channel her inner '60s housewife in the midst of a fever dream. It's perfect for a homey person who loves to indulge their quirky, nostalgic side. These are high on my list, and after popping into their brick-and-mortar store last weekend, so is everything else in the Gohar World collection. My wife and I splurged on this tablecloth in green stripes last year, and we love bringing it out for fancy dinner parties and during the holidays. Clive Rose via Getty ImagesTickets to a Formula 1 raceThere's a good chance that someone in your family or circle of friends is a Formula 1 fanatic, and there is no greater gifts than tickets to a race. They take place all over the world, but the next one in the continental U.S. is in Miami in May of next year. Tickets aren't cheap, but they'll be sure to be the highlight of your loved one's decade. This is definitely my dad and brother's ultimate holiday gift.NordstromA pre-loved Hermès bagIt has recently come to my attention that you can purchase pre-owned Hermès bags at Nordstrom, like this timeless Lindy bag Clemence mini handbag. Nordstrom is carrying everything from wildly expensive Birkins and Kelly bags to lipsticks, fragrances and more. Few things scream luxury quite like an Hermès purse, and snagging a pre-owned bag (while still outrageously expensive) is (on many occasions) still cheaper than going in-store. Gift one of these to the person in your life with a serious bag obsession, and they'll love you for life.AmazonA digital espresso machineMake a coffee aficionado's dreams come true with this incredible espresso machine from Jura. It delivers barista-quality drinks with the click of its user-friendly display. You can program coffee strength, volume, temperature, milk foam and more. The machine can grind beans, tamp, brew, froth and even self-clean in less than a minute. It's a wonder to behold. HuffPost shopping analytics editor, Lily Alig, swears by her Jura espresso machine. She said, "If you can swing it, you won't regret buying a Jura espresso machine. I used the Jura Z10 for years and made every drink imaginable — each one was boldly flavored and quickly brewed. It makes me feel bougie and like a coffee snob in the best possible way!"CatbirdA unique eternity band from CatbirdAs a longtime Catbird fan, I've always had my eyes on its various collections and collaborations. The Leo Black collaboration has been one of the brand's most long-standing and, in my opinion, gorgeous collections, and this eternity band is no exception. It's the perfect gift for a spouse or lover, and few things make better holiday gifts than a fantastic piece of jewelry that can be cherished for the rest of your life. It makes it worth the investment. This ring has a substantial 14-karat gold band with a mix of different diamond cuts, including a white marquise diamond, a white baguette diamond, a white oval diamond, three white round diamonds and seven white diamonds. AmazonA set of adjustable dumbbellsWhether you have limited space in your home or are on a strict budget, finding compact, multi-use and versatile equipment is an absolute must. But investing in necessary equipment can be expensive, which is why it makes a great gift. Your recipient will get an entire gym's worth of weights with this set of two adjustable dumbbells. They go from 10 to 55 pounds, have a secure double-locking mechanism and comfy, ergonomic grip. They come with a sturdy tray that can help to minimize or prevent floor and carpet damage and a compact design so they can be tucked away discreetly. My brother-in-law is deeply obsessed with these.Your ReformerAn at-home pilates reformer machineAn at-home reformer machine is every Pilates devotee's dream, but they're as difficult to come by as they are expensive. The reformer machine from Your Reformer makes it possible to harness all the benefits of a pilates class from the comfort of home. It's perfect for working parents who don't have time to run out to class, people who like to do home workouts during the cold weather season, or those who simply prefer to exercise in the privacy of their own homes. Mat classes are lovely, but there's nothing like the workout you get from a real reformer. SephoraThe latest in-demand facial deviceI've never met a facial device I didn't love, and the new Shark FacialPro is at the top of my wish list. If you're shopping for a skin care fanatic, this is the best gift you could possibly give them. It harnesses the power of a facial from the comfort of home in just ten minutes; deeply exfoliating, hydrating and sculpting with ease. It is a one-way ticket to glowy skin. BloomingdalesA classic Montblanc penIn my mind, Montblanc pens are the height of luxury. They're wonderfully elegant with just the right amount of European cool. This Meisterstück LeGrand rollerball pen is made of resin with platinum-plated fillings and leather detailing. It's a super classy gift for the person in your life who loves beautiful, small details.