Our Favourite Holiday Gift Picks From Amazon

I take a hybrid approach to holiday gift giving. I love finding one-of-a-kind treasures from Canadian small businesses, like those we feature in our annual Made in Canada gift guide. But I also rely on Amazon for last-minute shopping.

Here are 15 gifts from the retailer that Team Chatelaine can vouch for this holiday season, many of which we own and love ourselves.

Seedlip Notas de Agave, $45

Whether they're sober, sober curious or are planning on trying Dry January, they'll enjoy this non-alcoholic take on tequila, featuring notes of prickly pear, lime and agave. It'll also look stunning on their bar cart.

Loop Quiet 2 Earplugs, $40

These pretty pastel earplugs are a serious upgrade from the basic neon orange ones I've been using for years. They come in 10 colours and four ear-tip sizes, and can be packed away in their case when not in use.

Sexy Hair BIG Spray & Play Volumizing Hairspray, $25

Whether they’re getting glam for the holidays or need an everyday hairspray, this volumizing option offers medium to high hold for up to 120 hours, with six times the volume and lift. No matter the weather report, it's humidity resistant, lasts up to 72 hours, provides a flake-free finish and is ideal for taming frizz and flyaways. Also available in travel size.

Fellow Mug, from $42

Multiple Chatelaine editors own and love this mug, which is the best we've ever tried for commuting. It's available in two sizes (12 oz and 16 oz) and many gorgeous colours, is absolutely leak-proof and will keep their morning coffee warm well into the afternoon.

Apple AirTags, $124 for 4

AirTags are perhaps not a romantic holiday gift, but what you're actually giving is the gift of calm. The next time your recipient misplaces their keys or purse, they'll be able to instantly figure out where they heck they are (as opposed to running around in a panic). I recently affixed one to my fence-hopping golden retriever and it was the best $30 I've spent this year.

The Revlon SmoothStay Straightener 1" With Coconut oil-infused ceramic plates, under $49.00

Give the gift of flawless hair styles that are visibly smoother and shinier with Revlon's new SmoothStay™ Straightener. With 10 heat settings and heat-sensing technology it not only maintains heat for faster styling, it has coconut oil-infused ceramic plates for improved shine, smoothness and long-lasting results. The 3x ceramic tournaline Ionic technology and rounded edges provide a smooth glide, preventing crease marks when straightening and ease when curling your hair.

Smartwool Women's Hike Classic, $29

I finally tried Smartwool socks—made from merino wool and recycled nylon—after listening to one of my colleagues rave about their warmth and durability for years. She is absolutely right, and they've now become my go-to cold weather socks. (I am wearing a pair as I write this.) They are neither too thin nor too thick, and they never fall down.

The Husbands by Holly Gramazio, $27

This is the perfect read for anyone on your holiday list who is currently dating. The premise: single Londoner Lauren discovers that her attic is generating husbands (stick with me here). Every time one husband goes up the stairs, a new husband comes down. Lauren tries her best to keep the husbands that she likes away from the attic, and swiftly returns the ones she does not. But eventually she needs to decide: when should she finally just make a choice and stick with it? A hilarious and thought-provoking read.

J.K. Adams Maple Wood Rolling Pin, $28

Our deputy digital editor Gillian Grace recently made the switch from a handled rolling pin to this tapered model. "It turned out a crust that was closer to a circle than the blob I usually make," she says, noting that the tapered style makes it easier to focus on smaller pieces of dough. (Have a baker on your Christmas list? Also check out our test kitchen's favourite baking gear.)

Hario Cold Brew Coffee Bottle, $34

Found: The perfect gift for a cold-brew fiend. They can fill the filter of this made-in-Japan brew system with their favourite ground coffee, and then let it steep in the fridge. (It's also great for steeping ice tea and sangria.)

Renpho Foot Massager Machine with Heat and Remote, $190

Know someone whose feet are always sore? Our senior style and beauty editor Andréanne Dion swears by this foot massager, which features three different Shiatsu kneading and compression settings, as well as a heat option. A friend of mine purchased one based on Andréanne’s recommendation, and she now raves about it too.

An Anthology of Exquisite Birds by Ben Hoare, $34 

I love both giving and receiving books for Christmas (my family knows not to make plans with me for Boxing Day as I will be busy reading). This gorgeously illustrated anthology of birds is technically for kids, but it would make a lovely gift for birders of all ages.

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LED Safety Lights, $30 for two

Slip a set of these LED safety lights into the stocking of your favourite runner or walker. The lights securely clip onto belts, hats and clothing, and help keep the wearer visible to traffic during early morning and evening outings. I don't know why I didn't buy mine sooner.

KitchenAid 7-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer, $640

If you have a baker in your life and they do not own a KitchenAid, trust me when I say they will be absolutely delighted to receive a KitchenAid. Jennifer Pallian, a food scientist and regular Chatelaine contributor, recommends the more powerful KitchenAid Pro, which can process large batches of bread and cookie doughs with ease.

Amazon Echo Pop, $55

Our deputy features editor and resident tech expert Erica Lenti first put the Echo Pop on my radar; she uses it as an alarm clock instead of reaching for her phone first thing in the morning. I am not a technologically advanced person—just ask Erica!—but her endorsement has convinced me to do the same. (I'm asking for the midnight teal version this holiday.) I also like that I could use it to stream music while I'm getting ready in my bedroom in the morning.