My Favorite No-Stress Last-Minute Gift Ideas

If you’re not quite done with your holiday gift shopping, don’t panic! Whether the days just got away from you, or you’re still struggling to find that unique gift for someone special, here are some last-minute gift ideas that won’t require on a trip to a crowded mall or expedited delivery services.

For the Francophile…

My French Country Home Box - subscription boxes with French gifts.
Some of the charming French gifts in My French Country Home Box from November

If France holds a special place in their heart, why not have a little bit of France delivered right to their doorstep four times per year? My French Country Home Box is a subscription box filled with uniquely French gifts, hand selected by Sharon Santoni. Each box includes items for the home, to wear and more. The November box (c/o) included:

  • A warm and cozy cotton & cashmere scarf by Cezembre
  • Gorgeous scented candle from Bugaia
  • A charming set of 4 felt napkin rings from Gry & Sif
  • Festive metal leaf garland from Merci Louis
  • Wine mulling spices by Terre Exotique (can’t wait to try these!)
  • An antique brass candlestick
  • Beautiful print card by Joanna Maclennan
  • “Year in Provence” 2026 calendar

The first box of 2026 will be sent in February, and the theme is “Antiquing in France.” Combing through the brocantes of France for vintage treasures is Sharon’s passion, and I can’t wait to see what she’s has found for this box! You can also shop the MFCH boutique for individual items HERE.

A gift of color and confidence

Give the gift of confidence with a personal color analysis by Susan Blakey. Help them discover the colors that make them shine!

Make 2025 their most stylish year ever! A gift of a Personal Color Analysis will help them find the colors that make them shine, and build a cohesive wardrobe that makes getting dressed easier.

I’m now offering e-gift certificates for my in-person Color Analysis service (in Los Angeles). For more information and to order, please contact me at [email protected] . I truly believe a Personal Color Analysis is one of the best investments you can make in yourself and your wardrobe.

More last-minute gift ideas for those hard-to-buy-for people

  • An annual membership to their favorite museum
  • Tickets to a play, concert by a favorite group or performer, or sporting event
  • If you have airline miles you’re not using, you can often gift them
  • And of course, a donation to their favorite charity

Happy Holidays!

Christmas displays at a florist shop in Paris featuring a wooden dalmation with a top hat. More at une femme d'un certain age.

I’ll be taking a break for the next few days, but will be back after Christmas. I wish you a wonderful holiday, whatever you celebrate!

Susan B. sits on a wooden bench wearing a brown knit jacket, blue jeans and colorful bracelets.

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14 Comments

  1. Happy Hanukkah and Happy Solstice, Susan! Et merci bien pour tous tes merveilleux conseils cette année passé! x.Bises.x

  2. Wishing you the very best for the holidays and especially the new year. Thank you for all your (wonderful) work on the blog – I love it!

  3. Happy holidays to you, Susan. I hope you have joyous moments with your family and friends, and can take a well deserved break from writing your blog. You bring a lot of pleasure to all of us who follow your posts and appreciate your insights.

  4. Thank you for all your efforts and generosity from fashion to us women over a certain age. It’s been a very long year, but you have moved through it with grace and understanding. Enjoy your holiday respite!

  5. Have a wonderful few days off Susan! Happy Hanukkah! I’m taking my walking partner to lunch today since her birthday is on the 25th.