Most Wanted

If you’ve yet to buy a single gift this festive season, fear not – our in-the-know editors have rounded up the chicest pieces, from extra-special stocking stuffers to wear-forever jewels, that even the most discerning recipients will be delighted to find under the tree.

We all know good things come in small packages, and Bottega Veneta’s leather wallet in the maison’s house green is the ultimate treat. “Bottega Veneta’s wallet is an excellent way to tap into the brand’s signature intrecciato leather and stands out in this bold emerald-green color that we love,” says NET-A-PORTER buying manager Lydia Zacahris. Then, there are the Italian brand’s ‘Orbit Flash’ sneakers in space-age crinkled silver leather – ideal whether she’s dashing across the city or through an airport terminal.

Next up: jewelry. Remember, unique design can be timeless, too, so don’t be afraid to think a little outside the box. Spinelli Kilcollin’s celestial sterling silver ‘Halley’ ring has four interlocking bands – two sprinkled with shimmering pavé diamonds – that can either be stacked or spread across multiple fingers. “Nothing says luxury quite like Spinelli Kilcollin, and this ring from our exclusive edit is an enduring investment – undoubtedly at the top of many women’s wish lists,” says NET-A-PORTER buying editor Abbi Minchin. Gift one to your mother, sister or best friend as a token of your love and connection.

For those who are always up to speed with what’s trending now, impress them with a knitted neck scarf – this season’s must-have winter accessory. Johnstons of Elgin’s version is spun from exquisitely soft cashmere and patterned with argyle, the motif of the moment. “It’s a look that’s subtle enough for even minimalists to adopt,” says Minchin, who plans on tying hers over a longline black coat for a pop of color.

Is the woman you’re buying for always on the go? Make her travel itinerary that much chicer with Gucci’s ‘Giglio’ tote – one of Zacahris’ top picks. “Gucci’s ‘Giglio’ is one of the most exciting new bags of the spring/summer ’26 season. Spacious, slouchy and in the brand’s signature ‘GG’ monogram canvas, it makes for the perfect everyday tote – already seen on the most stylish celebrities,” she says.

The most sentimental of your friends is sure to appreciate Jia Jia’s delicate necklace. From our NET SUSTAIN edit and locally made in New York, it comes in 12 different colors, with each semi-precious stone representing a month of the year – choose the one that corresponds with their birthday or a memorable date you both share. Foundrae’s diamond-tipped ‘Initial’ necklace is another meaningful choice and comes wrapped in a beautifully sealed box. Scent can also transport us back to a time or place, so why not gift Loewe Perfumes’ Roasted Vanilla eau de parfum for memories yet to be made. The bubble-like glass bottle looks elegant displayed on a bathroom vanity or dressing table, too.

Finally, to render someone completely speechless, a Cartier watch should do the trick. Originally designed in 1983 and loved by everyone from Madonna to Princess Diana, the iconic ‘Panthère de Cartier’ timepiece is “one of the most elegant, iconic and timeless gifts one can offer,” according to Zacahris. This sterling silver and 18-karat yellow gold version is an exquisite choice for the woman who likes to mix her metals.

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