


Sometimes, the best gifts indeed come in small packages.
Once the stockings are hung by the chimney with care this year, there are myriad ways you can fill each one.
Perhaps you’d like to opt for the crowd-pleasing pair of warm socks, a stocking-ception if you will. Or think outside the stocking and go with mini gifts such as candy, lotions and keychains — the options are nearly endless.
Whatever route you take with your Christmas stocking stuffers, we picked a sampling of the best around, broken down into the best stocking stuffers for men, women and hard-to-shop-for kids of all ages, from toddlers to teenagers.
As with all our well-curated gift guides, we encourage you to shop for yourself, too. The picks are just too fabulous to ignore. Even better, stocking stuffers are usually some of the most affordable gifts of all.
Below, click to narrow down your stocking stuffer search:
If you know someone who always forgets their usernames and passwords, this gift is a lifesaver for less than $10.
You can definitely pick up this gift for any adults on your list, but the guys in your life will probably appreciate it a little more. It includes a wooden insert on the side where you can enter a custom-engraved message.
With two screwdriver heads, a flashlight, rulers, a level, a stylus and a pen, this tool is like a toolbox in your pocket. Great for handymen and guys who aspire to become handymen.
Gift the man in your life some premium-level merino wool dress socks. Socks may not be the most unique Christmas gift idea for everyone, but everyone can always use a new pair of socks. Since they go over the calf, they’re even great to wear on cold days around the house.
Peet’s Coffee is one of our favorite brands for whole beans (that pairs well with a coffee grinder), and its new Holiday Blend has notes of blackcurrant, spice and seasonal cheer.
Keep his beer nice and cold, but his hands warm with this adorable gift from Uncommon Goods. The mini jackets fit perfectly into a stocking for a gift he will never expect but love forever.
There’s something about a nice, soothing hand cream that makes any stocking that much better. Not to mention, Aquaphor’s is one of the best in the game.
A USB-C Hub is a great stocking stuffer for anyone who’s been working from home and wants to plug in their USB microphone, phone charger and clip-on ring light to their laptop.
Even now you are looking at a screen, right? The Blue Light Protection gummies come in a tropical mango flavor and include 20 mg of lutein and 4 mg of zeaxanthin to help defend against eye fatigue and strain from digital screens.
Candy is an affordable stocking stuffer idea that makes sense to buy in bulk for the whole family. Snag this 18-count box of Snickers, Twix, 3 Musketeers and Milky Way to bundle and save.
Urmust’s Cell Phone Stand Holder is ideal for propping your cell phone up to listen to your favorite playlists, equally as good for FaceTime calls.
Especially great if your gift recipient has duck boots or snow boots, these bean boot socks are a no-brainer.
Perfect for the person who feeds off their Keurig addiction, The Original Donut Shop has a 72-count box that you can split between your gift recipient and yourself this year.
Fill his stockings with cozy stockings for a very meta holiday. This set from Cozy Earth provides extra warmth and comfort, made of bamboo and comes in three colors.
Uncommon Goods has you covered with its looks-amazing maple syrup, a great gift for foodies. Plus, we curated our favorite holiday gifts for dads if you’re looking for something underneath the tree.
This Pill Organizer is great for anyone who takes multiple vitamins and supplements daily, along with prescribed medications. A true lifesaver, for sure.
If he has trouble finding the toilet in the middle of the night, consider getting him this funny (but surprisingly useful) toilet light for his stocking! It’s motion-activated, water-resistant and designed with 16 LED color lights to choose from.
You can’t go wrong with a new pair of slippers. This set from RockDove is made with comfy memory foam material and has a waffle-knit upper to let his feet breathe and eliminate smelly shoes. They’re also machine washable and have over 92,000 five-star ratings on Amazon.
If he hasn’t yet cut the cord and invested in a pair of wireless earbuds, spoil him with the new Apple AirPods Pro this year. They’re noise-canceling, easily connect to Bluetooth and have up to 30 hours of battery life with the charging case.
Suede gloves are another totally useful but special gift you can include in his stocking this year. This set by UGG comes in black, brown and chestnut shades and is bound to last him many years to come.
For the man in your life who seems to put hot sauce on just about everything under the sun, consider gifting him this luxurious bottle of white truffle hot sauce. It’s extra tasty and the perfect-sized item to put into his stocking.
You can never go wrong with a gift card, e-gift card or otherwise. These days, you can buy just about anything on Amazon too, so you know they’ll get exactly what they want!
Not to mention, you can select your gift card amount before you checkout.
Give the gift of smooth, buttery soft hands with Dionis’ gift bundle. The Vanilla Bean scent is one of my favorites to apply and it’s great to store in a car or backpack.
Gift convenience with lululemon’s Everywhere Belt Bag. It’s great for festivals, shopping trips and any instance where you’d want to be hands-free.
Add this timeless icon of New York City to someone’s kitchen so they can feel the inspiration of the Big Apple every time they sip their morning brew.
Face rollers offer a quick and easy way to reduce puffiness and even wrinkles, and this model is made with a gorgeous rose quartz stone. Also available in a jade green option.
Unlocking the relaxing power of these fragrant shower steamers is easy: just place one in the corner of the shower and it will gradually release a pleasant aroma. This box set includes scents such as eucalyptus, lavender, rose and tea tree.
Anthropologie has some of the trendiest coasters and decor pieces around — ones that are Better Homes & Gardens-minded, too. The Morgan Agate Coaster has a smooth texture and match-all design that anyone will adore.
Give the brows some love this holiday season with Anastasia Beverly Hills’ Brow Kit, a tried-and-true set curated by one of the best brow brands sold.
As our favorite concealer we tested, FENTY Beauty by Rihanna’s formula is one that’s great for brightening, covering up and smoothing out the skin. And, it’s great for fans of Pon de Replay and SOS.
As the author of ‘The Two Lives of Lydia Byrd,’ Josie Silver’s bestselling release, “One Day In December,” is the perfect book — and one of our favorite books to download on Audible this winter — to curl up with for a cozy night in.
As seen on TikTok, Caudalie’s Instant Detox Mask is a product we wish we had discovered sooner. It makes your skin buttery silky and is a must-use for any skincare lover. Plus, it’s one of our favorite dry skin products.
For $6, this to-do list pad from Knock Knock will instantly become your BFF. Or, to put in someone’s stocking if they thrive on organization.
As one of Aerin’s most popular fragrances, ‘Amber Musk’ is a universal scent that’s difficult not to enjoy. Specifically, it has notes of coconut water, ambrox and rose.
Nobody can have too lounge bras — enough said. Pick up the popular Calvin Klein Women’s Bralette for a comfy stocking addition.
As featured in our best gifts for wife edit, this double-mitt pot holder — as seen on “The Great British Baking Show” — is a kitchen essential and one you should pick up for yourself, too, for safety and convenience.
Give this adorable ID holder and also the gift of not misplacing an ID or credit card again. This iconic Vera Bradley set comes in many patterns to match a wide range of personal styles.
For a true brightening face cream that’s one of our favorite products we tested for dry skin, Alpyn Beauty is a must-buy. Seriously, the brand is that good.
According to a Sephora beauty director, Adwoa Beauty’s Baomint Deep Conditioning Treatment — and the whole line, for that matter — is one you should experience at least once. And, for $15, it’s a steal.
Perfect for spot-cleaning on the go, Tide To Go is irreplaceable. Plus, this three-pack is great to stash in multiple stockings this year.
How adorable is this mini bundt maker? Dash is serving up the cuteness with a fun-sized kitchen gadget for personalized desserts that anyone will love.
For the gal in your life who needs a little pick-me-up, gift them Jen Sincero’s inspiring book “You Are a Badass.” It’s a how-to guide that includes 27 funny and entertaining chapters on how to get what you want, create a life you love, make money and so much more.
Show her she is your world with these moon earrings from Brilliant Earth. They are a more luxe option but are still under $100 and fit perfectly in a stocking.
Kendra Scott offers dozens of trendy, chic and cost-effective jewelry that make for great everyday pieces. This simple but stunning Elisa pendant necklace comes in 33 different colors and stones including jade, pearl and turquoise.
Stuff the stocking with something practical. She’s Birdie Personal Safety Alarm is especially great for college students and city dwellers, and anyone who appreciates additional safety at arm’s length.
This card game brings family members of all ages to the game night table to test their generational knowledge. Teens and younger kids will enjoy seeing how much they know about their ancient ancestors.
If your stocking opener always sports a fresh coat of polish, the Deborah Lippmann Gel Lab Pro Nail Polish is one of the most similar to true-gel polish because it hardly chips. And, the color options are stunning.
As our favorite lip balm for dry lips we tested, the Lanolips 101 Ointment Multipurpose Superbalm deserves all the praise in the world. It’s a great addition to anyone’s purse or car, too.
What’s more fun for the holidays than hot cocoa? This new Balm Dotcom from Glossier will put your teen in the holiday spirit once they peek inside their Christmas stocking.
For a fun, on-trend statement, Madewell’s Chunky Large Hoop Earrings are stylish to pair with a cozy sweater and boots this season.
Perfect for the plant lover in your life, the Sunflower Garden Grow Kit is a beautiful, lively piece of decor to ring in the new year — and to sharpen anyone’s green thumb.
Kinda random, but who doesn’t love Nutella? I mean, we’d love to receive miniature packs of our favorite hazelnut spread.
Satin pillowcases are the new wave for skincare aficionados and lovers of zen environments. Not to mention, Bedsure is one of our favorite bedding brands.
Papier has a whole new line of groovy notepads that make great gifts for anyone who’s working a 9-to-5 or loves making grocery lists. Plus, they’re personalized with your gift recipient’s name — how cool is that?
Another steal is Neutrogena’s Makeup Removing Towelette. For a 20-pack, you’re getting a great deal.
Give the gift of stylish hydration with this mini YETI water bottle. It is a great stocking size, plus awesome for on-the-go to school or other activities.
Casetify makes some of the more trendy cases, perfect for even the pickiest teen, as you can’t go wrong with cell phone accessories for the tech generation.
Help your teen get clean with Star Wars-themed soaps, coming in limited-edition packaging.
As one of our favorite Kate Spade gifts, this uniquely sparkled AirPods Pro Case is a posh accessory anyone with Apple’s earbuds will appreciate.
Help your gaming teen out with a gift card to Xbox, found in a range of prices on Amazon, for an easy gift they will love.
Keep the teen in your life entertained on holiday road trips this year with this convenient mini chess set. It’s lightweight, magnetic and completely portable.
If they’ve fallen in love with photography but you don’t want to splurge on a high-end camera quite yet, let them take pictures with this budget-friendly set of lenses that fit directly onto their smartphone.
Keep them warm and looking trendy with a classic Carhartt beanie. This beanie comes in an array of colors, so that you can pick their favorite for a great gift.
This innovative toy includes a series of dinosaur, space and safari themed images that can be illuminated and projected onto a kid’s bedroom wall. Additionally, your giftee can use an included redemption code in the box to have custom image blocks made and shipped to them with photos of their choice.
With 200 puzzles to solve using these colorful magnetized pieces, kids will easily spend hours challenging themselves to build 3D shapes. The portable carrying case makes this game easy to travel with, too.
Choose between this multi-color pack and a dedicated color pack that lets any kid add some personality to their bike. These lights come with batteries to operate and offer an added safety bonus by increasing visibility.
Gift a mind game this season with this four-pack Speed Cube Set that’s perfect if you’re gifting for multiple people this season.
This holiday-themed Mad Libs book is filled with hilarious and clever word games that will have the kids (and adults!) laughing for hours on end.
Hatchimals are a perfect stocking stuffer for any little one. All they need to do is hold the egg in their little hands, rub the heart and, when it changes from purple to pink, they know it’s ready to hatch!
Have them gently press to crack the egg and discover the CollEGGtible inside. This set comes with four eggs and a cute koala figure.
What’s better than a Barbie? A Barbie with a mermaid tail! Make your child’s most magical dreams come true with this doll that features a tail with “swimming” motions and light-up action when you dip her into water.
Get your groove on with Just Dance 2022 for the Nintendo Switch. With choreographed moves to Dua Lipa’s “Levitating,” Taylor Swift’s “Love Story” and The Weeknd and Ariana Grande’s “Save Your Tears Remix,” it’s one of the hottest games right now.
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Bring the karaoke fun right to your home with this nifty Bluetooth microphone you can snag for just $30! Instead of investing in an entire karaoke machine, all you need is to download an app and sing along to any song of your choice.
These brightly colored bendable tubes connect together like building blocks, giving young children the freedom to engage their creative side. The satisfying popping sound these tubes make can also have a soothing effect to calm kids.
As featured in our best CoComelon toys edit, this feed-JJ-peas doll is sure to make your toddler smile this holiday season.
This reversible octopus plushie has been everywhere on TikTok and, TBH, anyone would get a kick out of it. That said, it’s the perfect stocking stuffer.
Introduce your toddler to the ABCs with this totally adorable New York City-themed picture book.
Play-Doh has been proven to help with child development due to all the poking, rolling and squishing improving their strength. Plus, it’s fun to have them create things on their own at a young age.
Make bath time even more fun with this floating octopus toy. It comes with three rings for your baby to throw onto the arms of the octopus, which will help with hand-eye coordination and the textured tentacles’ support touch.
Inspire your toddler during story time with these adorable, cartoon finger puppets that include animals like a dog, starfish, bunny, frog and more.
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