Unsure what to buy your loved ones this festive season? Look no further.For 2024, our editorial team curated tried-and-tested favorites that blend the latest in technology with the finest craftsmanship your money can buy. Each product has a story behind it that promises to surprise and delight recipients of all ages.12 luxury gifts that are worth the spluge: Courtesy of Van Cleef & ArpelsVAN CLEEF & ARPELS SWEET ALHAMBRA WATCH This future heirloom looks like a bracelet, complete with a discreet watch face; $18,600. Courtesy of MetaMETA QUEST 3S Perfect for escaping the relatives over Christmas, Meta’s smart (and affordable) gateway into VR has the most comprehensive stand-alone app library; from $299Courtesy of EmberEMBER MUG 2 For the busy parent who enjoys coffee at the perfect temperature. Ember’s smart mug will keep your cuppa warm for up to 1.5 hours; $149.Courtesy of AppleAPPLE WATCH HERMÈS SERIES 10 Luxury meets cutting-edge tech. The new Satiné Grand H strap brings classic watchmaking style to the smartwatch; from $1,249.Courtesy of Johnnie WalkerJOHNNIE WALKER BLUE LABEL ICE CHALET Inspired by the Alps and the magic of après-ski, this luxury limited-edition blend comes with a carry bag from skiwear brand Perfect Moment, which converts into a stylish cross-body bag for the slopes; $350. Courtesy of Cuzen MatchaCUZEN MATCHA MAKER Forget bean-to-cup—this year’s must-have gadget for matcha lovers is a “leaf-to-cup” maker, freshly grinding the finest leaves to brew the ultimate pick-me-up; $299. Courtesy of BANG & OLUFSENBANG & OLUFSEN BEOSOUND 2 No matter where you place it, this speaker sounds as beautiful as it looks. Compatible with all major streaming services and Apple AirPlay; $3,499.Courtesy of MontblancMONTBLANC EXTREME 3.0 THIN DOCUMENT CASE The ultimate contemporary bag for the modern office dweller; $1,540.Courtesy of FERNANDO LAPOSSEFERNANDO LAPOSSE AVOCADO LEATHER CABINET An artisanal blend of sustainability and style, crafted from avocado skins to mimic leather. What more could an aspirational millennial want? Price upon request. Courtesy of SOHO HomeSOHO HOME RECYLING BIN Inspired by the interiors of London’s White City House, the former home of the BBC, this two-compartment bin is a stylish way to sort your recycling; $255. Courtesy of ClicksCLICKS FOR iPHONE Longing for the days when BlackBerry ruled the roost with its physical keyboard? Thanks to Clicks, you can have the best of both worlds with a real-keyboard case. Productivity fans will love the Mac-like keyboard shortcuts; from $139.Courtesy of YSL BeautyYSL ROUGE SUR MESURE Dress your lips in a color as unique as you are. Using patented AI technology, this next-gen device offers over 7,000 custom shades to impress; $350. Stay tuned for our February/March 2025 edition, where we’ll reveal the latest selections in our exclusive gift guide.This article appears in the December 2024/January 2025 issue of Fortune with the headline: “Festive Gift Guide: May Your Days Be Merry And Bright.”
