Stumped on Gift Ideas? These Last-Minute Target Holiday Presents Are Crowd-Pleasers


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Giving gifts to those special people in your life can be an amazing feeling, especially when you see their faces light up with joy having nailed the perfect gift. However, we all have those few people on our shopping list that are impossible to find a present for. Either they have everything they could want, give vague answers, or are just simply an enigma. So when all else fails and you’re out of ideas, turn to the one place that has everything anyone could ever want: Target.

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From simple yet effective gifts like candles, PJs, and slippers, to more tailored gifts like beauty sets and toys, you’re going to find something great for that hard-to-buy-for friend. And to make your job even easier, we’re going to do the hard work for you.


If you’re still looking for that perfect gift, check out some of our top picks from Target below. And guess what? You can still get them before December 25.


Who wouldn’t want to receive this $10 plush throw from Room Essentials for Christmas? It comes in white, blush pink, and this dark emerald green color and the ribbing makes the blanket look super expensive and luxe. It’s ideal for cuddling and will make your friend’s movie nights so much cozier.

Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love
Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love

Room Essentials Ribbed Plush Throw Blanket

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“So soft!!!” one person wrote in their review. “The pattern makes it great for decorating too. And the color— it can be hard to find a dark green like this. It’s also so nice and warm.”



You’re lying if you don’t spend twenty minutes sniffing every candle at Target. This lavender-infused candle from Ashley Tisdale’s brand Frenshe is a perfect fit for any home aesthetic. The scents of fresh lavender, milky sandalwood, and sweet cardamom will instantly relax anyone in its vicinity.

Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love
Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love

Being Frenshe Reset Candle with Essential Oils to Calm & Relax

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This is a great gift for that friend who needs a bit of R&R. “I wasn’t expecting much but boy was I surprised,” one reviewer wrote. “This candle smells amazing and only took minutes to fill the room with its soothing scent.”



After your friend lights up that relaxing candle, give them something cozy to slip into after a long day. Made with Australian sheepskin and shearling, treat that special person in your life to these timeless slippers from Dearfoams. These comfy slippers are perfect for anyone looking to stay warm this holiday season.

Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love
Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love

Dearfoams Women's Chloe Soft Knit Clog Slippers

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They come in four sizes, as well as four different colors, so you can grab the pair that best suits your friend. And the best part is that they’re currently 25 percent off.



Everyone likes a crewneck sweatshirt, and this one from Goodfellow & Co is perfect for your BFF, your husband, your sister — literally everyone! It has a fun preppy vibe with the stripes at the collars, cuffs, and hem and comes in a deep green and a neutral tan. Plus, it comes in sizes up to 2XL (as well as in Tall and Big and Tall fits), so you can pick the best style for that special someone.

Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love
Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love

Goodfellow & Co Men's Relaxed Fit Crewneck Pullover Sweatshirt

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“This is a comfortable nicely made garment,” one Target shopper wrote in their review. “The color is vibrant. I’ve already gotten compliments while wearing it.”



This set of moisturizing lip balms and creams from Burt’s Bees — aptly named the Tips and Toes kit — is something anyone who deals with dry winter skin will appreciate getting for Christmas. It comes with the brand’s bestselling lip balm, hand cream, and foot cream, as well as Burt’s Bees cuticle cream and hand salve.

Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love
Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love

Burt's Bees Tips and Toes Kit

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“Gave it as a gift,” one person wrote on Target’s website. “It’s perfect and comes with everything you could want. Great as a sample pack if you’re new to Burt’s Bees.”



For the kid (or kid at heart) in your life, check out the LEGO Disney and Pixar Up House buildable kit. It’s the perfect LEGO set for kids aged nine and up and even comes with Carl Fredricksen, Russell, and Dug figurines.

Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love
Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love

LEGO Disney and Pixar ‘Up’ House

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“I am the biggest fan of the Up movie and I have been dying to get this set since it came out,” one person said in their review. “I finally got it, and it did NOT disappoint. I love it! Thank you, LEGO!”



Finally, you can’t go wrong with gifting hot chocolate during the holidays. And this dark hot chocolate from Equal Exchange is a mix you can feel good about gifting. It’s organic, fair trade, small farmer-grown, and so, so delicious.

Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love
Last-Minute Gifts at Target: 7 Options That Everyone Will Love

Equal Exchange Organic Dark Hot Chocolate

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It’s even great for adding a little extra something special to your coffee drinks. “I use this with espresso and steamed milk to make the best Mocha,” one reviewer wrote. “It works better than many famous brands.”



Holiday shopping: done! Even the hardest people to buy for will love one of the above gifts, and you can finally sit back, relax, and take a breath before the madness of wrapping begins.

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