Anthropologie George & Viv Beauty Advent Calendar
The days before Christmas used to feel endless as we anticipated gifts waiting under the tree. But now, thanks to jaw-dropping Advent calendars that offer a surprise treat every single day leading up to Dec. 25, the big day can just take its time.
Advent calendars were once strictly a religious tradition designed to count down the days to Christmas. Now, they're elaborate constructions with doors and drawers filled with everything from beauty and hair products to artisan coffees and teas.
There are calendars for cheese lovers, crafters and puzzlers. There are even over-the-top calendars containing luxury items like jewelry and top-shelf whiskey, which could easily count as a religious experience.
Here are some of our favorite Advent calendars for 2023. Savor each day's gift or open them all at once. We won't judge.
The highly anticipated Anthropologie George & Viv Beauty Advent Calendar always surprises, and this year it's filled to the brim with 24 highly coveted, premium products from names like Elemis, Phlur and Sunday Riley.
Those Anthropologie elves outdid themselves with a collection that's easily worth four times the price. Plus, the delightful (and reusable) Emily Taylorillustrated box is a gift in itself.
The Woobles Most Yarn-derful Time of the Year Bundle
The Woobles have developed quite a cult following since they were introduced as an easy (and kind of brilliant) way of teaching people to crochet. The adorable amigurumi are appearing in their first Advent calendar this year, and it's the perfect gift for the whole family.
The Woobles Most Yarn-derful Time of Year Bundle includes a calendar, 24 drawers holding exclusive kits, limitededition crochet tools, and everything you need to make fan favorites — plus, beginner kits and crochet hooks to make Fred the Dino and Pierre the Penguin. By the time Christmas rolls around, you just may have some handmade gifts to give your favorite people.
Compartés Gourmet Chocolate Advent Calendar
Handcrafting chocolate works of art for nearly 75 years, Compartés knows a thing or two about creating amazingly beautiful and delicious candies. The Compartés Gourmet Chocolate Advent Calendar tastes as good as it looks. And it is stunning! The limited-edition, garden-themed calendar is a delight for all the senses with eye-popping prints and patterns on each piece of chocolate.
They're all almost too lovely to eat, but it's hard to resist flavors like peanut butter banana, strawberry cheesecake, and lemon poppyseed. Good luck trying to eat only one a day.
New York Puzzle Company Loré Pemberton Advent Calendar
Puzzlers obsessed with New York Puzzle Company's high-quality, gorgeously illustrated jigsaw puzzles will love the brand's 2023 holiday offering, the Loré Pemberton Advent Calendar.
Celebrating the homey paintings of Maine artist Loré Pemberton, the collection features 24 puzzles that offer daily satisfaction. At 100 pieces each, any puzzle can be finished in time to open the next one. You'll want to frame them all.
Whiskey Advent Calendar from Drinks by the Dram
Whiskey lovers, rejoice! The Whiskey Holiday Advent Calendar from Drinks by the Dram comes with 24 drams of whiskey, including Jameson, Chivas Regal, and other premium brands. Exclusively sold via Cask Cartel, each waxsealed dram hides behind a numbered door.
The calendar is a conversation piece in itself; keep one on hand to turn any occasion into a celebration.
Stouffer’s Advent Comfort Calendar
The frozen food giant released the Stouffer's Advent Comfort Calendar, which has the cutest packaging and the most practical gifts of all. The cardboard house comes decked out for the holidays and filled with a week's worth of familysized frozen entrees and sides.
Things like lasagna, macaroni and cheese, and French bread pizza make meal prep super simple as the busy season approaches. The box itself can be reused in so many fun ways, you'll wish you could have it refilled every week.
Bean Box 12 Mornings of Coffee Advent Calendar
Serious coffee lovers will love this year's Bean Box 12 Mornings of Coffee Advent Calendar, which is as expertly curated as the popular specialty coffee subscriptions. Wake up to different holiday blends from the country's top coffee roasters and experience unexpected and delicious tasting notes like figgy pudding, roasted chestnut, and spicy gingerbread.
Each bag makes a full pot, or enough to fill four to six mugs, and comes in your choice of whole bean or freshly ground coffee. To top it all off, five lucky winners will find a golden bag on the 12th morning, entitling them to a one-year Bean Box subscription. Happy holidays, indeed!
Bokksu Japan Wonderland Advent Calendar
If holiday travel isn't in the cards this year, be transported to Japan with the Bokksu Japan Wonderland Advent Calendar.
Enjoy 24 days of unique Japanese snacks and holiday items, with a handy guide detailing the stories and history behind them. It's like eating your way through the country, without having to deal with overcrowded airports. What could be better than that?
Vinebox 12 Nights of Wine
From increasing good cholesterol to lowering the risk of heart disease, there are lots of proven benefits to drinking a daily glass of wine. So, you could consider the Vinebox 12 Nights of Wine Advent Calendar a healthy choice for the holidays!
The calendar provides 12 fantastic wine selections from top regions. , including France, Spain, Italy, and California. Choose all reds or a mix of whites, rosés, and chilled reds. Each wine is bottled in a 100 milliliter vial (a little more than 3 ounces).