The 143 best holiday gifts in 2026 – obsessively tested by the Guardian US
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Shatterproof wine glasses, Jellycat plushies, ‘yoga paws’ and more delightful gifts handpicked by our experts The best personalized gift ideas Nothing says holiday cheer quite like panic-browsing websites in pursuit of the perfect gift , toggling between 47 open tabs, eyes straining against your screen’s harsh blue light.
But finding an item that elicits a squeal of delight from its recipient is one of the best parts of this time of year, when you have a little help. So we’ve curated 143 presents to reclaim holiday shopping as a joyous activity. Our seasoned writers and shopping experts got into the holiday spirit early, vetting gifts across kitchen, home, tech and…
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