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Advent Calendars That Make the Christmas Countdown 24X More Fun
From skincare to jewelry, these advent calendars are stocked with stuff you actually want. …
I don’t know about you, but I LOVE a good advent calendar. With so many different varieties out there—from perfume samplers to beauty goodies to to even a calendar full of dog treats for your beloved pup—it can be a little overwhelming to choose just one to commit to for a full month of treats, so I just had to bring you the best advent calendars for 2020 so you could ~explore your options~.
There’s something so satisfying about popping a piece of cardboard or pulling open a mini drawer to reveal something new every day, whether it’s as simple as a piece of chocolate or as thrilling as a brand new lipstick. Plus, it makes the countdown to Christmas that much more enjoyable.
As a kid, all I wanted were the candy calendars filled with chocolate Santas, mini peppermint sticks and marshmallow snowmen. Sadly, however, my Jewish parents weren’t super into subscribing to Christmas traditions, so I just mooched off of my gentile friends’ calendars whenever I could. Now that I am an adult with my own bank account from which I can buy all the advent calendars I want, I find myself drawn less to the candy-filled calendars and more drawn toward the boozy and beauty-filled ones. I mean, waking up every day in December to a fun-sized beauty surprise or mini tequila bottle sounds exactly like the kind of holiday cheer I need in my life.
There’s truly an advent calendar out there for every type of person, whether you’re a beauty fanatic, wine expert or tea aficionado. Below, I’ve lined up some of my favorites on offer right now, some of which are affordable and fun and others that are total bougie splurges.
Scroll down to shop them all, and if you feel like you deserve more than one calendar this December, I won’t argue with you.
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Courtesy of JOYIN.
JOYIN Advent Calendar
OK, I know an empty calendar might not seem exciting but it’s a great gift to personalize. I got one of these last year, had all my family members write notes, and put them in the drawers, then gave it to my grandparents. It was a 10/10!!!
Buy: Advent Calendar with Drawers $25.95
Courtesy of Payot.
Payot Paris Advent Calendar
Give the gift of skincare this holiday season with Payot’s luxe advent calendar. Stocked with 24 products, from the cult favorite Roselift Jour to three different masks to play with, you’ll want to buy this calendar for yourself this season.
Courtesy of Russell Stover.
Russel Stover Candy Advent Calendar
I’m a sucker for the classic chocolate-filled calendars, and this one by Russel Stover includes milk chocolate Santas, marshmallow penguins and more. So cute!
Courtesy of Atelier Cologne.
Atelier Cologne Perfume Calendar
A great gift for any beauty-lover, this Atelier Cologne Clémentine California Advent Calendar Perfume Set is a great way to help them find their new signature scent. It includes three holiday charms, 17 mini sprays, two deluxe mini sprays and one 1 oz perfume in Clémentine California, a fan fave.
Courtesy of Katrin Copper.
Mindfulness Advent Calendar
Give yourself the gift of mindfulness with this Mindfulness Advent Calendar. Every day for 24 days you’ll find exercises and mantras to help you practice attentiveness and mindfulness, just in time for the busy holiday season.
Buy: Mindfulness Advent Calendar $14.99
Courtesy of Jennifer Helene Home.
Pillowcase Advent Calendar
Life hack: If you sleep on an advent calendar pillowcase you’re more likely to dream about Christmas…I think. Fill the pockets with treats and trinks or just move the attached star into the pockets as you count down the days until Christmas.
Buy: Pillowcase Advent Calendar $65
Courtesy of Dear Scout Co.
Scratch Off Advent Calendar
This interactive advent calendar offers a fun way to count down to Christmas with activities like “decorate the house” and “pick a toy to donate” underneath the scratch-offs. The cards come with natural jute twine, mini laundry pins for hanging and a muslin cotton bag for storage.
Buy: Scratch-Off Advent Calendar $34.32
Courtesy of Mancrates.
Jerky Advent Calendar
The advent calendar you never knew you needed offers 25 different flavors of jerky so you can enjoy the snack of champions all month long. From spicy ghost pepper to tangy chili lime, anyone (who eats meat) will appreciate this gift.
Courtesy of Ciaté London.
Ciaté London Nail Polish Calendar
I’m all about this Mini Mani Month Nail Polish Advent Calendar, complete with 22 mini nail polishes, one full-size polish and a watermelon lip oil. TBH, I rarely ever finish a full-size polish (does anyone?) so this is a dream come true.
Courtesy of Godiva
Godiva Advent Calendar
Celebrate the season with the best chocolates money can buy with this Godiva advent calendar. Inside you’ll find classic favorites like Godiva milk and dark chocolate along with seasonal surprises like a snowman, Santa himself and a festive penguin.
Mini Mani Month Nail Polish Advent Calendar
Courtesy of Cades and Birch.
Custom Advent Calendar
Not only can you customize what goes inside this empty but adorable advent calendar, but you can also customize the wording on the sleigh! Give as a gift or save for yourself, this advent calendar is a total crowd-pleaser.
Buy: Christmas Countdown Advent Calendar $125
Courtesy of Vahdam Teas
Tea Advent Calendar
Calling all tea lovers, this tea advent calendar is for you. Complete with 24 samples of different types of tea, you’ll be able to cuddle up with a hot cuppa every day leading up to Christmas, but be sure to save your favorite for a Christmas day celebration.
Buy: Tea Advent Calendar $79.99
Courtesy of Chewy.
Dog-Friendly Advent Calendar
Because your furry friend deserves to get in on the Christmas fun too! This advent calendar comes with 12 toys your pup will love, from plushies to tug toys. It’ll make any dog’s Christmas their best yet.
Courtesy of Vinebox.
Wine Advent Calendar
Chocolates are nice, but TBH, wine is even better. This boozy advent calendar from Vinebox offers up a nice little tasting of eight glasses of red wine and four glasses of white wine for the 12 nights leading up to Christmas.
Courtesy of Rifle Paper Co.
Rifle Paper Co Calendar
Rifle Paper Co‘s advent calendar offers 25 days of fun illustrations to help you count down to Christmas. It makes for the perfect gift for your co-worker or Secret Santa, or keep it for yourself to display on your Christmas mantle.
Courtesy of Ulta.
e.l.f. Cosmetics Advent Calendar
12 surprises are in store for you with this e.l.f. Cosmetics advent calendar. From fan-favorite products like the Poreless PuttyPrimer and Wow Brow Gel, to seasonal shades perfect for your next holiday party, this calendar truly has everything you need.
Courtesy of Saje
Saje Wellness Advent Calendar
Bring on the spa vibes with Saje’s 12 Days of Wellness advent calendar. Complete with 12 different diffuser blends, you’ll be able to create a zen space in the days leading up to Christmas. Scents include seasonal favorites like Peppermint Twist and classics like Citrus Dream.
Image: Inside Editions.
Friends Advent Calendar
Calling all Friends stans, this Friends advent calendar is just for you. Open the door to a little trinket, ornament or keepsake every day for 25 days leading up to Christmas. You’ll be decking the halls with boughs of Ross, Rachel, Phoebe, Joey, Monica and Chandler. This one goes in and out of stock, so be on the lookout to snag it when you can.
Buy: ‘Friends’ Advent Calendar $18.77
Courtesy of bareMinerals.
bareMinerals Advent Calendar
Open up the 24 adorable minis in bareMinerals’ 2020 advent calendar and you’ll be stocked and ready to create the perfect Christmas party makeup look. From lipsticks and glosses to cleansers and primers, this advent calendar has it all.
Courtesy of Sugarfina.
Sugarfina Advent Calendar
Feel that sugar rush with Sugarfina’s advent calendar, complete with 24 mini boxes of gummies, candies and other sweet treats. Just try not to eat all the boxes in one sitting. Season’s sweetings!
A version of this article appeared in November 2019.
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