Take It From a Shopping Editor: Luxury Advent Calendars Are the Trick to Scoring Designer Treats for Less

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Advent calendars just might be one of the best parts of the holiday season, IMO. Sure, when December 25 comes rolling around, you get to open presents all day for one day. But advent calendars give you the opportunity to open presents every single day all month long. (You tell me what sounds more exciting!) Plus, unboxing is arguably the best part of a splurge-y purchase, so why not multiply that magic all month long with a luxury advent calendar? It’s called spreading the love, people, look it up!!

In the name of research and science, I put together a list of the best luxury advent calendars money can buy...and they're really freaking good, y'all. If you’re ready to spend some hard-earned cash, we’ve got options from Diptyque and Swarovski—or, go luxe while still making a ~good financial decision~ with some more affordable options from Apotheke and Jo Malone that hover around the $100-$150 range.

Basically, there are all sorts of options to choose from—even if your giftee has a niche interest. I mean, there's even a jewelry calendar that you can personalize with their birthstone and initials! Keep on scrolling for calendars totally worth the $$.

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Advent Calendar (Silver)

You can't go wrong with jewelry! Check this out: This advent calendar allows you to personalize jewels for your giftee (or yourself!). They'll receive 12 different pieces and some of those will be a customized necklace, ring, and a pair of earrings with either their initials or birthstone. Everything is made with silver-plated stainless steel and an innovative anti-tarnish protective coating. Plus they're nickel-free!

Women's Saks 25 Days Of Beauty Advent Calendar

It's a calendar with $560 worth of designer makeup, hair essentials, perfume, body care, and more for less than half of the price. Talk about a deal!! And if that doesn't sell you, perhaps name brands like Charlotte Tilbury, Aesop, Gucci Beauty, Olaplex, and Dr. Barbara Sturm will (to name a few).

Le Mini 30 Montaigne Discovery Set

What’s this? Oh, just a little Dior for ya! This golden advent calendar opens up to reveal a little serum, a stunning lipstick, and two gorgeous mini bottles of Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet and J’Adore. Très chic, no?

Advent Calendar Skincare Set

Fresh fans will love the chance to indulge in a bunch of the brand’s best-selling full-size and travel-size face masks, serums, lip treatments, and moisturizers. Sure, your average skincare haul probably doesn’t run you $350, but can I emphasize that you’re getting to test out 24 products for that price?!

Advent Calendar

If lowkey, dainty accessories just aren’t your vibe, may I direct your attention to this gorgeous advent calendar from Mignonne Gavigan? Each box is filled with colorful stones and statement bling that’ll completely revamp your jewelry sitch by the end of the month. It’s only $395 for 12 days of jewelry, which is a total steal considering how most Mignonne Gavigan pieces will run you $100+.

Disney100 Advent Calendar 2023

Okay, okay, so this one is definitely pricey, lol. But you really get your money’s worth—you’ll get to unbox 22 Swarovski ornaments and two necklaces by the time advent wraps up. This one might just be worth the splurge for Disney fans looking to add some extra ✨ magic ✨ to this holiday season.

Advent Calendar

Your place is about to smell so damn good. You’re welcome! The Diptyque advent calendar includes several yummy-smelling surprises, including eau de parfums and, of course, several of their iconic candles. And if you happen to be a Slut For a Gift With Purchase like I am, right now you can score a complimentary large tote bag when you buy the advent calendar!

Beauty Holiday Advent Calendar 2023

Does anyone else get super nostalgic and senti while thinking of Neiman Marcus during the holidays? Their 2023 beauty advent calendar comes in a pretty, ribbon-wrapped box and contains 24 days of goodies from brands like Salt & Stone (yes, I’m talking about the deodorant!!), Sunday Riley, Parfums de Marly (my holy grail, lol), La Mer, and more.

Advent Calendar

IMO, nothing makes a bathroom feel luxe like a bottle of Jo Malone sitting pretty on the counter. So, uh, I’ll take 25 of ‘em! Their limited edition advent calendar contains colognes, travel-sized bath and body products, and two candles—plus an entire full-sized scent!

12 Day Advent Calendar in Gold

Ppl who would ride or die for gold jewelry, listen up. This jewelry-stuffed advent armoire is the ultimate way to treat yourself this year, okay?! One reviewer loved that the calendar was “a nice mix of classic Astrid & Miyu pieces with some special editions.” You can check out spoilers for the contents of all 12 days on their website!

Exclusive Advent Calendar

You just can’t deny how stunning this French beauty advent calendar is. Try it—you can’t! It boasts 25 beautiful drawers that contain all sorts of high-end skincare and makeup goodness. Some highlights include multiple full-sized lip products, the Velvet Sleeping Mask, the Precious Hair Care Oil and Face Oil, and their Izia Eau de Parfum Purse Spray. 😍

Chuck's Luxury Advent Calendar

For the cook and/or hostess in your life, this advent calendar is packed with cooking ingredients perfect for all their holiday recipes. It includes seasonings, condiments, festive spice blends, some desserts, and ornaments to really set the ~holiday mood~ in their household.

12 Day Advent Calendar

As someone who loves candles but hates buying them, an advent calendar made up of 'em would be an actual dream. Luxury home fragrance brand, Apotheke, has one with 12 tins of its best-selling scents for under $100. Some standout aromas that'll really set the winter vibe are Black Cypress, Firewood, Cardamom Chestnut, and Santal Rock Rose. Ahem, keep in mind a regular-size candle from the company runs for $44...👀.

Women's Christmas Advent Calendar

How do 24 plant-based spa products in one bundle sound? (Short answer: V good.) They'll be having self-care days even more often than they do now—which, as they should—thanks to this calendar.

"12 Days of Nails" Advent Calendar

Gifting them this is getting them the gift of never having to pay for an overly-priced salon nail set ever again. (Psst: It even has an LED lamp with a USB cord.) And for many people, that is e-v-e-r-y-t-h-i-n-g.

24-Pack Advent Calender Socks Gift Set

Colorful socks with unexpected designs will surely put a smile on anybody's face. This calendar has 24 cool pairs that are soft, breathable, and have reinforced heels and toes. They'll not only have the best socks in the room, but they'll also be comfy while wearing them too!

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