These Surprisingly Affordable Gifts Will Even Impress Your Most Stylish Friends

Unwrapping a box from Coach is guaranteed to elicit excitement, especially if it contains one of their ultra-chic shoulder bags. The Terri is surprisingly affordable at under $200, and it has a ton of little details that make it a bag they'll reach for on a daily basis. At 9.5-by-6 inches, it's the perfect size to hold all the essentials and then some, and it has both a shoulder strap and a detachable crossbody strap so it can be styled multiple ways.

A nice watch is a classic gift for a reason, but this cocktail ring watch from BREDA is a way to make it a little more unexpected. Choose from an 18-karat gold-plated or a stainless steel setting, both with adjustable bands and Austrian crystal accents. The watch itself is splash-resistant and features Japanese-made quartz movement.

The Nike Air Mark Portal SE has all the chunky, futuristic elements you want in a Y2K-inspired sneaker, but it’s also sleek and sophisticated enough to style with suits or certain dresses. It features a thick, highly cushioned midsole that makes this a great walking shoe. The monochromatic burgundy color is particularly stylish, but it also comes in all-white, cream with black accents, and a few other styles.

These pavé chain huggie earrings are made from 18-karat gold-plated brass and simulated diamonds that are chemically identical to the “real” thing, giving serious elegance at a great value. They’re small enough to be worn with casual outfits, but offer just the right amount of sparkle to add a little something extra to an evening look.

Anyone who hosts a lot knows that sometimes your apron also needs to be your party outfit, or at least a significant part of it. This tartan apron is equally pretty and practical. It has a completely adjustable fit thanks to tie closures at the neck and waist, plus oversized pockets for holding pens, utensils, or recipe notebooks. There are two decorative bows on the front, and it’s made from the same fabric as Hill House Home’s iconic Nap Dresses.

This elevated birthstone necklace comes on a dainty gold vermeil or sterling silver chain and features a baguette-cut gemstone in a stunning claw setting. Choose from one of twelve classic birthstones, which are either natural or lab-created, depending on how abundant each gem is.

Marmalade Grove sources the heirloom fruit for their collections of preserved fruit from California’s Ojai Valley, which is known for producing some of the best citrus in the world. Each marmalade is made by hand in small batches with ingredients like Ojai Pixie tangerines and Oro Blanco grapefruit. The Party of Six gift set is the ultimate everyday luxury and includes six 5-ounce jars of their best-selling marmalades, including my personal favorite, Navel Orange and Ceylon Tea.

This large scented candle has a palo santo and vetiver scent that instantly evokes a state of calm. It’s infused with vetiver, sandalwood, myrrh, and cedarwood essential oils. It comes in an elegant ceramic pedestal-style container that reflects the candle’s light beautifully, emitting a soft glow that’s perfect for cozy nights in or at-home yoga sessions. It’s also easy to reuse with Blueme’s wax refills.

Balmuda’s rechargeable lanterns are a great way to adjust the lighting in any room of your home, but they’re also good for toting along on an evening picnic or for illuminating an outdoor dining table. The lantern comes in four colors and has three light modes, including a soothing warm amber and one that perfectly mimics candlelight.

This balsamic vinegar and olive oil duo is one of my go-to hosting gifts because these two pantry staples can elevate even the most well-equipped kitchen. The olive oil is made from Flamingo Estate’s signature blend of five different olive varietals harvested from 150-year-old trees, and it’s perfect for everything from frying the best eggs of your life to drizzling on really good bread. The balsamic vinegar is made from Trebbiano and Lambrusco grapes before ageing in oak barrels, giving it a remarkably complex flavor. It comes in a gorgeous embossed box with grosgrain ribbon, so it requires no additional wrapping.

The best gifts are the little luxuries you’d never think to buy for yourself, and this pair of bone china coffee cups in the classic Tiffany blue color are a perfect example. The 10-ounce cups are designed to look like fancy paper cups printed with the Tiffany & Co. logo — they’re the type of weirdly whimsical gift that feels bougie but doesn’t take itself too seriously.

If you’re giving a box of chocolate as a gift, you should be giving this one from artisanal French producer Maison du Chocolat. They’ve been perfecting the art of ganache, pralines, and other chocolate confections since the 1970s, and you can taste the expertise in every bite. Their Coffret Maison collection looks like a work of art, and comes with an assortment of 40 of their best-selling creations.

This convertible shrug is incredibly soft, lightweight, and designed to look good on everyone. It’s made from a breathable cotton blend that has a cashmere-like feel, and can be worn either as a crop top or as a classic shrug with an open back. It’s great for layering over workout clothes and loungewear, but you can also toss it in a bag to wear over a dress or sleeveless top.

This set of minis from D.S. & Durga comes with 7.5-milliliter bottles of their five most popular fragrances, including the luxurious Japanese temple-inspired Amber Kiso and sultry fig- and tonka-infused Debaser. It also comes with I Don’t Know What, the brand’s cult-classic layering option that can be paired with everything else in the set. It’s a great gift for someone who loves experimenting with fragrances or for someone who’s looking for a signature scent.

A nice bouquet of flowers is a lovely gesture, but a delivery of fresh flowers every few weeks is the kind of gift they literally can’t forget. A three-month subscription to the Bouqs Classic Collection costs under $200 and includes a trio of their iconic floral arrangements that are designed to look beautiful in any space. While you’re at it, this subscription is also an excellent gift to your future self.

A pair of big, dark sunglasses is a classic for a reason, but this pair from Chamelo takes the iconic accessory to a new level. You can change the tint from translucent to mysteriously dark by using the touch-activated control on the arm, making it easy to adjust to any light environment—and any outfit. The lightweight, oversized frames are water-resistant and have 60 hours of battery life on a single charge.