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The last-minute Christmas gift guide: what to buy now (and still get before 25 December)

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Running out of time but refusing to panic buy? From cult beauty to cosy fashion and crowd-pleasing treats, these are our top Christmas gift picks that can still arrive before the big day — based on the latest retailer delivery cut-offs.

If you’re reading this in the final few days before Christmas, take a deep breath: all is not lost.

According to last-order dates supplied by VoucherCodes, there’s still a generous window to shop thoughtful, stylish gifts — as long as you know where to look.

Ahead of Christmas, major retailers have strict cut-offs to guarantee delivery before 25 December, and some are coming up fast.

To make things easier, L360 has rounded up our top gift picks from each retailer below — from fashion and beauty heroes to food, fragrance and fitness favourites — alongside the key dates you need to know.

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Lookfantastic

Whether you need a quick present for a forgotten guest or something to elevate your home for festive hosting, Lookfantastic have announced a partnership with Uber Eats to introduce same-day delivery across select London postcodes this December — including on Christmas Day.

L360 recommends Oaui’s Scrub It All-A-Ouai set (£44.80) which includes a clarifying shampoo and scalp & body scrub for revitalised hair.

Or, fill your home with the seasonal scent of The White Company’s Myrrh Candle (£70).

Same-day delivery with Lookfantastic X Uber Eats runs throughout the Christmas period, including 25 December.

The White Company's Myrrh Candl
Lookfantastic have announced a partnership with Uber Eats to introduce same-day delivery (Picture: Look Fantastic)

Boohoo

Whether you’re shopping for a gift or a last-minute festive outfit, Boohoo has you covered.

Our pick for fashion-lovers is the Light Brown Faux Fur Coat from Blue Vanilla (£68), ideal for crisp winter walks, mulled wine in hand. For Christmas dinner, the Long Sleeve Bardot Structured Skater Dress (£35) strikes the perfect balance between polished and party-ready.

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 15 December; next-day delivery available until 23 December.

Light Brown Faux Fur Coat from Blue Vanilla
A gorgeous coat for under £70 (Picture: Boohoo)

Cult Beauty

For beauty-lovers, the Cult Beauty The Ultimate Holiday Edit (£70) is hard to beat — especially considering it’s worth over £270.

Expect glow-boosting PHAs, regenerative peptides, a cloud-soft cream blush, a brow-setting mini and Laneige’s cult Lip Glowy Balm. A failsafe gift that looks far more expensive than it is.

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 21 December; next-day delivery by 22 December.

Cult Beauty The Ultimate Holiday Edit
Costs £70, but is worth £270 (Picture: Cult Beauty)
Read more: The ultimate skincare set gift guide for Christmas 2025

Currys

If you want to win Christmas outright, make it tech-led beauty.

The Shark Beauty CryoGlow Under-Eye Cooling & LED Anti-Ageing & Blemish Repair Mask (£299.99)  is one of the most talked-about devices of the year, combining red, deep-infrared and blue LED light therapy with cooling cryotherapy to reduce puffiness and target blemishes.

Delivery cut-off: Standard and next-day delivery by 22 December. In-store collection available until 24 December.

Shark Beauty CryoGlow Under-Eye Cooling & LED Anti-Ageing & Blemish Repair Mask
One of the most talked-about devices of the year (Picture: Currys)

The Perfume Shop

A guaranteed crowd-pleaser, the Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush gift set (£139) comes beautifully boxed in red and gold.

Inside: an 80ml bottle, a 10ml travel spray and a 100ml body lotion, all scented with that iconic fresh floral fragrance — ideal for anyone notoriously hard to shop for.

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 19 December; next-day delivery by 23 December.

Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush gift set
Ideal for anyone notoriously hard to shop for (Picture: The Perfume Shop)

Clinique

For reliable, results-driven skincare, the Great Skin Everywhere 3-Step Gift Set (£83) ticks every box.

Designed to suit combination, dry or dull skin, it’s a safe yet thoughtful option for anyone who takes their skincare seriously.

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 6pm on 21 December; next-day delivery by 12pm on 23 December.

Great Skin Everywhere 3-Step Gift Set
A safe yet thoughtful option for anyone who takes their skincare seriously (Picture: Clinique)

Estée Lauder

An enduring favourite, the Advanced Night Repair Serum Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex (£65) never disappoints.

For a more indulgent option, The Beauty Sleep Ritual Skincare Gift Set (£200) is worth £234 and makes an excellent luxury present without the guesswork.

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 6pm on 21 December; next-day delivery by 12pm on 23 December.

The Beauty Sleep Ritual Skincare Gift Set
This makes an excellent luxury present without the guesswork (Picture: Estée Lauder)

Fragrance Direct

One of the most talked-about scents of the year, Billie Eilish Your Turn Eau de Parfum Spray (£72) blends zesty bergamot, spicy cardamom and warming ginger.

For homebodies, the Heart & Home Candles Scene Candle Christmas Tree (£12.99) instantly delivers festive atmosphere.

Delivery cut-off: Tracked delivery by 11.59pm on 19 December; next-day delivery by 11.59pm on 22 December.

Billie Eilish Your Turn Eau de Parfum Spray
One of the most talked-about scents of the year (Picture: Fragrance Direct)

Hoka

For runners and walkers alike, Hoka’s footwear makes a genuinely useful gift.

The Hoka Clifton 10s (£140) come in 19 colourways and suit everyday running, while the Mafate 5s (£170) are ideal for trail enthusiasts.

Delivery cut-off: Next-day delivery by 12pm on 22 December.

Hoka Clifton 10s
Hoka’s footwear makes a genuinely useful gift (Picture: Hoka)

Justmylook

Haircare fans will love Olaplex The Full-On Shine Set (£58), while skincare obsessives can jump on the viral Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask Pack (£14.99).

Delivery cut-off: Royal Mail 24 by 4pm on 21 December; DPD by 5pm on 22 December; Royal Mail Special Delivery by 2pm on 23 December.

Medicube PDRN Pink Collagen Gel Mask Pack
Treat them (or yourself) to the viral sheet mask (Picture: Justmylook)

Floozie

For something sweet (and instantly joyful), Floozie’s Christmas Cookie Box is a festive hit.

It contains six indulgent bakes, including the viral Marshmallow Avalanche Cookies — chocolate fudge cookies topped with jumbo toasted marshmallows.

Delivery cut-off: Order by 1pm on 22 December for delivery on 23 December.

 

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Lululemon

Pilates-lovers will appreciate the TikTok-famous Define Cropped Jacket (£118), which looks as good at brunch as it does in the studio.

Alternatively, the Insulated Mug (£35) is a stylish, practical gift with serious Stanley Cup energy.

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 11.59pm on 21 December. Free shipping on all orders.

Define Cropped Jacket
Pilates-lovers will appreciate the TikTok-famous Define Cropped Jacket (Picture: Lululemon)

M&S

For a fabulously festive flourish, we love this Kelly Hoppen Red Amaryllis Christmas Bouquet (£50), which pairs red amaryllis, pussy willow, fragrant eucalyptus, red hypericum, hemlock and pinecones.

Fashion-wise, the Cotton Rich Velvet Embellished Mini Skater Dress (£60) is perfect for New Year’s Eve.

Delivery cut-offs: Standard delivery for Fashion, Home & Beauty by 20 December. Next Day, Click & Collect and nominated-day options available until 23 December, depending on category.

Kelly Hoppen Red Amaryllis Christmas Bouquet
Featuring festive flowers such as red amaryllis, pussy willow and pinecones (Picture: M&S)

New Balance

The 530 Shoes (£100) are a failsafe gift for all ages and genders, while the Sport Polar Fleece Half Zip (£65) is ideal for staying cosy without sacrificing style.

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 11.59pm on 18 December; express delivery by 11.59pm on 21 December.

New Balance 530 trainers
A failsafe gift for all ages and genders (Picture: New Balance)

Next

The Red Check Matching Family Christmas Button Through Pyjamas (£38) are a festive favourite, while Ugg Brown Mini Classic Boots (£165) make a luxe winter gift.

Short on time? E-gift cards are available right up until Christmas Eve.

Delivery cut-off: Home delivery by 22 December; store delivery and stock checker until 23 December; e-gift cards until 5pm on 24 December.

Red Check Matching Family Christmas Button Through Pyjamas
A festive favourite (Picture: Next)

Oliver Bonas

For Christmas Day entertainment, the Karaoke Duets Game (£20) is guaranteed fun as you guess the song, finish the lyrics and compete to win.

Prefer puzzles? The Talking Tables Small Escape Room Edinburgh (£18) offers a race-against-the-clock mystery from the comfort of home.

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 7pm on 21 December; next-day delivery by 5pm on 22 December.

Talking Tables Small Escape Room Edinburgh
A race-against-the-clock mystery from the comfort of home (Picture: Oliver Bonas)

Selfridges

You can’t go wrong with a hamper, and The Classic Christmas Hamper from Selfridges (£100) is one of the best on the market, packed full of sweet treats including salted caramel truffles, Christmas pudding and spiced mince pies. There’s also a musical biscuit tin and both red and white wine.

Alternatively, we love the ski-chic Cactus Plant Flea Market x Skims Ribbed Henley Cotton-Jersey Lounge Set (£210).

Delivery cut-off: Standard delivery by 11.59pm on 19 December; next-day delivery by 11.59pm on 22 December.

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