Fast Company’s guide to the best holiday gifts of 2020

Parachute’s uber-soft, sherpa slipper boots pull on and feature a super soft interior (the company specifies that no socks are needed) and a rubber, nonslip bottom. Better yet: You can machine-wash them when they get dirty, so these cozy kicks will look fresh for years to come.

Smartwool’s adorable popcorn socks, which come in a variety of different colors, for cushioned and cozy feet all winter—whether you’re slushing through city streets, skating in the crisp cold, or warming up by the fire.

Nothing says cozy quite like an indulgent pair of soft modal jersey pajamas, and Eberjey’s are the best we’ve ever worn: slouchy, cozy, and surprisingly polished even after many, many washes.

The direct-to-consumer activewear company makes ethical, sustainable staples that are built for the wear and tear of frequent workouts. The label’s joggers come recommended by three different Fast Company editors (including men and women), who describe them as being “like butter.” Need we say more?

Quince’s innovative, radically transparent business model ships high-quality cashmere sweaters, beanies, wraps, and more directly from the factory floor to your door for a fraction of the cost you’d pay in retail. The velvety-soft sweaters and unbelievably cozy beanies are super soft and perfect for bundling up.

This throw is soft, plush, and so much more stylish than your patterned fleece blankets sporting sports team logos. It comes in four beautiful shades, from a subdued grey to a beautiful blush, to a bright, golden ochre—so you’re bound to find one that will fit your loved ones’ style.

This winter workhorse comes in every color you can imagine and is so classic and durable, your loved one will wear them for years to come. Trust us: We’ve filled our closets with them, and they’re still going strong years later.

We test-drove this comforter—which cushions glass microbeads between Brooklinen’s signature soft cotton for evenly distributed pressure—and it proved to be life-changing, helping us sleep longer and wake up more refreshed.

This robe is oh-so-very soft, is made from stylishly slouchy Turkish cotton, and comes in gorgeous muted earth tones as well as a crisp classic white.

In a time when literally nothing makes sense, jigsaw puzzles have often been a sweet metaphorical (and possibly psychological) reprieve for ordering the chaos, putting pieces back together.

The sturdy ceramic East Fork Mug (lovingly deemed #themug by Instagram—the company even made an enamel pin) is handmade by pottery artisans in Asheville, North Carolina.

These clever sippable tea sets are delightful. We like The Calm Collection, a 12-flavor box of loose leaf, and the Holiday Favorites Sachet Wheel, with seasonal delights like Alpine Punch and Sweet Potato Pie.

Dame’s Arc vibrator is chic, ergonomically designed, and, well, effective. Perhaps not surprisingly (cough), Dame is also woman-founded.

Known for incorporating UV-C LED lights that can both self-clean the bottle and purify water with the touch of a button, Larq water bottles are great for germophobes, outdoorsy types, gym rats, and anyone taking the first step toward a glow-up.

Our Place is best known for its do-it-all, 8-in-1 Always Pan (also a stellar gift), but its new, multicolored, mineral-dyed Drinking Glasses are perfect for your favorite hostess, barkeep, or spirits connoisseur.

For espresso lovers, the Breville Bambino line is unbeatable in its ease, smart design, and rigorous quality testing methodology. For anyone missing their daily jolt from the local café, this gift is a godsend.

Milk Car’s signature pie is buttery sweet (but not too sweet) with a hearty oat cookie crust.

The colorful cookware startup recently revealed its collection of retro-inspired baking dishes, sheets, and pans. We like the Hot Dish—a rectangular ceramic casserole pan named for the famed Midwestern potluck staple.

A self-proclaimed replacement for “8 traditional pieces of cookware,” this 10″ pan is deeper than your average fry pan and broad enough to boil unbroken spaghetti. Add design quirks such as a peg and notch for the accompanying beechwood spatula, and a removable, stainless steel nesting steamer basket, and the Always Pan is just showing off.

These vibrant, adorably bulbous baskets from Baba Tree will capture both clutter and their hearts this holiday. Pick from three bold designs handmade by renown hat master Apaliyum “D-4” Akologo in the Ghanaian town of Bolgatanga.

Available in two sizes and housed in bamboo wood frames, pick from hundreds of Society6’s beautifully curated art pieces to find the perfect tray for someone’s coffee table, vanity, or desktop.

Whether you see in it a teen-friendly tapestry, a picnic-ready blanket, or someone’s new favorite sofa buddy, Slow Down Studio’s Perry Throw’s sweetly curvaceous design is always crowd-pleaser.

Take someone’s plant game next level with these lab-inspired propagation sets. Each set of two glass test tubes comes with hexagon-shaped wood or stone magnetic mounting sets that can adhere to just about any wall.

Add a pop of intrigue to someone’s WFH station or bedside table with this happy little lamp created by Parisian designer Inga Sempé for Hay. It comes in six shades and includes an inline dimmer.

Rumpl’s puffy, insulated blankets feature a weatherproof ripstop outer that will keep you cozy no matter the elements, and they’re filled with a lusciously soft down alternative.

The Solo Stove’s range takes the fuss out of fire-starting and provides a streamlined, minimalist personal flame, perfect for toasting marshmallows, adding campsite ambiance, and warming up their outdoor quarantine lounge.

This 11-piece cooking set neatly stacks together like a Russian Doll for easy-to-pack cookware for the culinary-minded camper.

Beloved by experienced campers and novices alike, MPowerd’s 18-foot-long string of solar-powered nodes add a fairy-light vibe to campsites, tents, and even patios and decks back home.

These fashionably functional Outdoor Voices x Merrell Hiking Boots include eco-friendly materials such as recycled mesh, wool, EVA (ethylene-vinyl acetate), and rubber, and even an algae-based EVA.

Stylish, durable, and comfortable (and with a padded slot for your laptop), Herschel’s pack is perfect for road trips, flying, and adventures closer to home.

Playfully retro Bala Bangles—available in three weights and a variety of cheerful colors—look cute, but they’ll add an extra layer of strength training to any workout that will definitely not go unnoticed.

Manduka PRO Mats are so reliable, even the fussiest Zen masters will struggle to find fault. They have cushion, grip, and stick, and are available in different thicknesses and—bless—lengths for long-legged yogis.

AllBirds eco-savvy footwear is stylish, reliable, and surprisingly rugged. But the Tree Dashers raise the stakes: adding responsive design, antimicrobial materials, and rigorous athletic testing for a running shoe built to last.

Austin-bred Outdoor Voices’ much-loved, pillowy soft Cloudknit is extra dreamy in a slim jogger. The stretchy, breathable All Day Sweatpants are flattering and polished enough to wear around town, but so, so comfy that they might never leave the couch.

This Theragun is mini, but mighty: It delivers 20 lbs of force and can be tucked into your gym bag, purse, or home office desk drawer for whenever you need relief. With 150 minutes of battery life and whisper soft QuietForceTechnology, this science-backed massager is a steal for $199.

They stay in place, have great sound quality, and the battery life is long. What more could you want?

Regardless of where your dog sits on the political spectrum, this quirky, plush political chew toy is a playful way to release their pent up 2020 exhaustion. (Do they make these for humans, too?)

A modern, eye-catching cat bed that converts into 3 different cozy shapes for a super comfy hideaway for your favorite feline. Each bed features a squishy, circular memory foam cushion and a cover that can be removed and machine-washed.

While our pets may be seeing more of us than ever, who will be sadder once the world goes back to normal and we head into the office again? (Us, it’s us.) Mitigate the risk with an app-controlled pet treat dispenser that allows you to spy on your pup 24/7 in 1080p full HD.

These bold graphic dog beds feature interchangeable covers in trendy patterns like color-blocked terrazzo and boho-inspired chevron. They’re machine-washable and come with a travel-friendly handle and a 30-night pup-friendly trial.

A gift for them and their pet. This luxurious fur and skin wash can be used on cats and dogs to leave them soft, soothed, and smelling great.

Just bougie and perfect. These dog macarons are wheat-free, corn-free, and designed to take a lot of chewing, to occupy Fido in high class chewing for hours on end. Gift them to a magnifique French poodle friend, or a Frenchie with that je ne sais quoi.

Fable’s latest pet toy claims to quietly distract your dog for the length of an entire Zoom meeting. Your pup “hunts” a full-serving of food by tapping and whacking this weighted base wobbler that’s made with soft silicone for quieter play for up to 30 minutes.

The company’s Supersonic Hair Dryer dries hair without any high heat in minutes, while the Airwrap and new Corrale rethink how we curl, straighten, and style our hair altogether. They don’t come cheap, but we guarantee they’ll be used often.

The Glossier Fully Glossed Look kit is the perfect set of essentials. The kit contains a shimmery liquid highlighter, lightweight cheek tint, super slick lip gloss, and holy grail brow thickener that are sure to be quick everyday favorites.

The Mani System includes six gorgeous, no-chip polishes in colors of your choice, plus nail essentials including polish remover, a clipper, cuticle serum, and more. The piece de resistance? The Poppy, a handy tool that makes painting with your nondominant hand a breeze.

Multi-hyphenate Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty line pairs gorgeous, high-pigment makeup with a cause close to her heart: mental health. One percent of all proceeds from the products goes to mental health research.

Crown Affair makes all the accoutrements needed for a soft and silky mane, branded and packaged in sets fit for royalty. The Holiday Kit includes a wide-toothed comb that can be used in or out of the shower, while the smoothing serum is great to tame flyaways