11 best Boston Christmas and holiday gifts

Gift yourself or a special someone a HydraGlow facial from Dream Spa Medical so they feel completely refreshed in the new year! This non-invasive treatment removes dead skin cells and impurities, leaving your skin feeling completely hydrated and refreshed! The Dream Spa team customizes skincare treatments to your specific needs, so gift that special someone, or yourself, one of their signature treatments for the new year! 

Founded in 1924, Hilliards Chocolates is among New England’s leading makers of artisan chocolates and specialty candies. The family-owned business is now in its fifth generation, and customers across the country can order up seasonal faves such as caramel-dipped apples and pumpkin pie fudge, plus signature selections like almond toffee crunch and pecan caramel apple bark. The most popular gift is in the company’s name; choose from boxed chocolate assortments, packs of chocolate bars and chocolate gift baskets. Hilliards Chocolates can be purchased online at or at retail stores in North Easton, Norwell and Mansfield, MA--and as of this Fall, at Time Out Market!

With a shop in Nantucket and a by-appointment atelier in Boston, Jetter is a local jewelry innovator. This summer she launched her newest collection with a garden party on Nantucket at Greater Light. Named, “Lady of the Rings”, the collection is all about the power and diversity of feminine energy. Each of the rings in the “Lady of the Rings” collection features a different meaning, the goal is for the wearer to feel as if she is being protected by or inspired by the ring itself.

It is clear that the Seaport is now the coolest place to shop in Boston. With luxury brands like Alo, Injeanius, Kada and Crémieux all having storefronts in the neighborhood, there is so much to choose from year-round. But during the holidays there are about 100 special popups to check out as well—all found in the Snowport Holiday Market! Shop local artisans and creators through the end of the year at this family friendly attraction! (There are also selling Christmas trees right now as well and the best part is they deliver!)

Skiing is one of the best ways to beat the winter blues in New England. And what better way to perk up than with a new ski set? Chic styles including down jackets and pullover ski coats, combined with technical ski suits in some funky colors and metallics fromMackage will keep you warm and withstand the cold up to -35 degrees Fahrenheit. Pick up a few goodies for the skiers in your life at the boutique in the Pru! 

Let local fashion stylist, Tara West, revamp your wardrobe for the new year - this is also a fun gift for a significant other who is looking for a fresh look for the new year. 

Newbury Street is not only one of the coolest streets in America, but it is also Boston’s best shopping street. And while you really can’t go wrong when perusing the storefronts, one to add to your list this holiday season is Veronica Beard. Veronica Beard teamed with up Plume to create some funky chic sleepwear that anyone on your list would certainly love to unwrap this season. Pick up the Leopard print variety of the classic white version in store or online.

This Newburyport-based brand opened their first retail location at 119 Newbury Street this holiday season and their sweaters are perfect for anyone on your list. Long Wharf Supply Co. is an eco-friendly, coastal-inspired, lifestyle brand made out of recycled oyster shells and water bottles. Their SeaWell Collection of sweaters start at $128 and they are a great staple for winter in New England.

To commemorate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of the tomb of King Tutankhamun by Howard Carter and the 5th Earl of Carnarvon, Highclere Castle Spirits released a unique barrel aged Highclere Castle Gin. This limited edition of Highclere Castle Gin is made with botanicals grown on Highclere Castle’s Estate and barrel aged in French Armagnac casks, Scotch and American whiskey barrels with notes of honey, smoke and citrus. This gin not only embodies the spirit of Lord Carnarvon’s greatest adventure, but also of New England as the brand is based in Connecticut.

Hand-poured in Boston, Sky Candle Co. creates microbatch, all-natural candles made from 100-percent, American-grown soybeans and lead-free cotton wicks (that makes them eco-friendly!). What’s even more to love about this brand is their give-back component as they donate 10 percent of profits to local animal rescue (the company is actually named after the founder’s French bulldog rescue, Sky). Fittingly, Sky Candle Co.’s top sellers are their signature holiday citrus and clove candle—need we say more about how perfect this is for a seasonal gift—as well as their fig and white tea candle, which offers more of an appropriate year-round burn. Purchase online or at their pop up at Snowport in the Seaport from November 19 through January 2.

Have someone who loves to entertain on your list? Order something from Jono Pandolfi. The brand sells handcrafted ceramics that are designed for chefs, but available for the home cook. Theses American made products are not only chic, but extremely durable making them a smart addition to any home that likes to entertain.