Celebrities' Best Gift Picks Ever

Looking for the perfect present? We handpicked some of our favorite suggestions from the gift guides stars created for PEOPLE in years past

Michelle Lee

Updated on November 28, 2022 11:58AM EST

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For years, PEOPLE has been bringing you gift guides packed with celebs' top ideas for literally everyone on your list, from your best friend to your boyfriend, from foodies to Fido. And now we've assembled some of their favorite-ever finds in one place to help make holiday shopping a breeze. Read on for brilliant picks from Jessica Alba, Tracee Ellis Ross, David Beckham, and more.

Jessica Alba: Sundays Polish Trio

“This female-founded small business makes nontoxic nail polish in beautiful colors. These boxes are great gifts because you can customize them with your favorite shades," Jessica Alba told PEOPLE in 2021.

Sundays Nail Polish Box

PHOTO: Sundays

View on Dearsundays.com

Dwyane Wade: Stylish Beanie

Former NBA player Dwyane Wade is all about a cozy cap. “Beanies are a staple accessory. If you’re bold like me, try a bright red or orange for a pop of color,” he told PEOPLE in 2020.

KBETHOS Fisherman Short Beanie Leon Roll up Trawler Classic Skullcap

PHOTO: Amazon

$14 at Amazon

Heidi Klum: Tie-Dye Kit

“I love doing arts-and-crafts activities like this with my kids," television host (and mom of four) Heidi Klum told PEOPLE in 2018.

Jacquard Tie Dye Kit

PHOTO: Amazon

$18 at Amazon $23 at Walmart View on Orientaltrading.com

Gabrielle Union: Fenty Lip Paint

Actress Gabrielle Union loves to gift her girlfriends this long-lasting, matte lip product. “I live for Rihanna’s makeup line. I never leave home without this in my bag," she told PEOPLE in 2019.

Fenty Beauty Stunna Lip Paint

PHOTO: Sephora

$29 at Sephora $29 at Ulta View on Fentybeauty.com

Marsai Martin: Lush Bath Bomb

Lush bath bombs, like this reinvigorating citrus-infused gem, are how the actress Marsai Martin winds down. “These are very satisfying to use after a long day at work,” the teen told PEOPLE in 2018.

Lush Moon Bath

PHOTO: Lush

View on Lushusa.com

Jessica Simpson: Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera

Singer Jessica Simpson thinks this modern-day polaroid camera, which comes in a range of pastel shades, is the perfect holiday memento because it can “capture memories in the moment and give friends a fun, artistic keepsake,” she told PEOPLE in 2019.

Fujifilm Instax Mini 11 Instant Camera

PHOTO: Amazon

$77 $66 at Amazon

David Beckham: Diptyque Candle

A candle with a nostalgic scent is a thoughtful and personal gift for anyone on your list — just ask David Beckham. “[Diptyque]'s Jasmin is my daughter’s favorite scent. Wherever I go in the world, I take one with me. It’s a reminder of home,” the soccer star told PEOPLE in 2015.

Diptyque Jasmin Candle

PHOTO: Diptyque

$76 $46 at Nordstrom View on Diptyqueparis.com $76 at Saks Fifth Avenue

Millie Bobby Brown: Aerie Jumpsuit

Onesies like this peachy tie-dye romper — which also comes in neutral hues — are “perfect for lounging around” with family, actress Millie Bobby Brown told PEOPLE in 2019.

Aerie Ruched Romper

PHOTO: Aerie

View on Ae.com

Tracee Ellis Ross: Jennifer Fisher Hoop Earrings

Gold hoops are always in fashion and this pair from Jennifer Fisher is one of Tracee Ellis Ross’ favorites to give during the holidays. “Look like Sade with these chic hoops,” she suggested to PEOPLE in 2017.

Jennifer Fisher Baby Samira Hoops

PHOTO: Jennifer Fisher

View on Jenniferfisherjewelry.com

Rob Lowe: Amazon Sleep Mask

“I literally don’t travel anywhere without it,” actor Rob Lowe shared with PEOPLE in 2019.

MZOO Sleep Eye Mask

PHOTO: Amazon

$23 $20 at Amazon

JoJo Siwa: Nike Sneakers

Social media star JoJo Siwa “loves” to gift these popular unisex white sneakers to her friends and family, who can customize them to their style. “I love getting Air Force 1s for my friends and family. We sit around the dining room table and decorate them with paint and rhinestones,” she told PEOPLE in 2021.

Nike Air Force 1 '07

PHOTO: Nordstrom

$115 at Nike.com $65 at Dick's View on Hibbett.com

Josh Upshaw: Carolina Herrera 'Bad Boy' Fragrance

Celebrity Gift Guide; josh upshot — Courtesy Puig

“I know the Bad Boy fragrance is an amazing gift for the man in your life," says the model, who is also a face of the fragrance. "He can wear it for all occasions, commanding the spaces he walks through."