Last-Minute Gifts That Look More Expensive Than They Are
Hey small spender! Giving gifts that look like they cost more than they did is not only a holiday strategy, it's a world view, an ethos, and a core human principle. When you gift items that look more lavish than they are, you not only look generous, you invite the recipient to give you a better present as well. So you win twice!
Mixed Piece Necklace
Buy this for your artsy mother, then borrow it back.Ā
1 of 11
Multi-Colored Extra Long Scarf
So many colors. So much scarf! So much money? Not so much.
2 of 11
Spirit Coasters
Four coasters for $10 means you can throw in a bottle of Cuervo, too.
3 of 11
Faux Fur Mule Slipper
These Chewbacca-style slippers are a distant cousin to the celeb-loved Gucci slides that have a secret upside: He won't realize he's dusting the floor.
4 of 11
Men's Wooden Watch
Because a man with a watch is more likely to be on time—and this rugged rebuke to smartwatchesĀ feels trendy and classic all at once.
5 of 11
Ombre Pet Cave
Why does ombre make everything look fancy? This cat bed looks so posh we want to curl up inside.
6 of 11
Men's Nylon Weekender
This bag will look great slung across his shoulder,Ā on your floor, and then on your shoulder when you commandeer it.
7 of 11
Sage Ombre Tote
Not only is this prettyĀ carryall reversible, itĀ comes with a pouch—so it really counts as three gifts.Ā
8 of 11
Moroccan Pouf
A Moroccan pouf for $79? Almost—you’ll have to stuff it yourself. (So much chicer than a laundry hamper.) Check Etsy for other colors.
9 of 11
Stuart Weitzman Mary Janes
Technically, newborns don’t need $32 shoes, but these pretty little numbers let a fashion-y mom say, “I still got it" for a lot less than her size would cost.
10 of 11
Christian LaCroix Playing Cards
Don't lookĀ at as a deck of cards for $35, it'sĀ 50-plus pieces of wall art.Ā