21 Best Holiday Gifts at Saks Fifth Avenue for Your Most Bougie Friend 2022: Augustinus Bader, Sunday Riley, Prada

By Taylor Jean Stephan

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This time of year there is no shortage of holiday gift guides. That being said, when you're shopping for someone who loves the finer things in life, you can't just scroll through any old list you find on the Internet. If you're on a tight budget, you can always find great gifts under $50 or even under $25, but the luxury category requires a different kind of sourcing. Saks Fifth Avenue has been the go-to stop for tastemakers for over a millennium (yes, you read that right) and this year is no exception.

Whether you prefer to shop in-store or online, Saks will not lead you astray. It goes without saying that you're going to spend a little more than usual, but you truly can't put a price tag on good taste. Besides, whoever you're shopping for (your mom, sister, best friend, or even yourself) totally deserves it. But don't sweat it too much; not all of the items on this list are out of reach.

Just in time for the holidays, many of your favorite iconic brands have bundled their bestsellers into affordable sets you can snag now. From Sunday Riley's sunny serum duo to Dr. Barbara Sturm's indulgent advent calendar, you're actually saving money with a lot of these items.

And while we've, of course, got you covered with some solid makeup and skin-care selects, we've even got a few options for your jetsetter friends and your fashion-obsessed friends (hello, Prada boots). Ahead, browse the 21 best gifts at Saks Fifth Avenue for the 2022 holiday season.

Not even your hardest-to-shop-for friends will be able to resist this limited-edition Dr. Barbara Sturm 24-Piece Advent Calendar Set. The jewelry armoire-inspired gift box contains over $1500 worth of Dr. Sturm's most-loved products, including full-size Glow Drops, hand cream, tons of mini serums, face masks, and more.

If you're an Augustinus Bader fan, The Hydration Heroes Set needs no introduction. It includes the brand's best-selling face cream, The Rich Cream, as well as The Body Cream for all-over moisture. Both products use TFC8 (Dr. Bader's patented healing technology), which is composed of amino acids, high-grade vitamins,s and synthesized molecules that are naturally found in the body. Not only are these formulas deeply moisturizing, but they're also proven to address the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, redness, hyperpigmentation, cellulite, and stretch marks.

Sunday Riley's Good Genes 2-Piece Lactic Acid Treatment Set is quite the holiday treat. The simple set comes with two bottles of the same product: one full-size (one ounce) and the other travel-size (0.5 ounces). If you're not familiar, the fan-favorite product is a brightening, smoothing, and clarifying serum all in one, thanks to an expertly paired concoction of licorice root, lactic acid, and prickly pear. It's gentle enough to use day or night, and even the most sensitive of skin will agree with this retexturizing formula.

The minimalist in your life will swoon over this luscious plum-derived face oil. Le Prunier's no-BS Plum Beauty Oil works for all skin types (yes even acne prone) as it adds moisture without clogging pores. This fancy bottle is rich in hydrating vitamins A and E and packed with antioxidants and omega fatty acids your skin craves. If you need further proof that this facial oil is worth the investment, ask associate features director Dianna Mazzone. Not only does this occlusive oil seal in all of the goodness that precedes it, but it also "smells like an almond cookie and has a dewy — not greasy — finish," she previously attested.

Since we're all dealing with dry winter skin, any of your favorite people would be thrilled to receive U Beauty's game-changing 2-Piece Body Hydrator & Sculpt Set. Both bestsellers are powered by the brand's signature Sculpt-Siren technology: a blend of marine extracts, probiotics, and ferments that deliver oxygen and nutrients to the skin to increase ATP levels and amp up hydration. The Body Hydrator, meant to be used all over, is like a luxe face cream for your body and the Sculpt Compound works best on arms and legs to create firmer, tighter skin.

Trust that Sisley-Paris's Black Rose 3-Piece Set will help whip skin into shape ahead of any major holiday party. The crowd-favorite French-made formula ​​is made with black rose oil to soften, vitamin E to prevent cell damage and red vine for radiance. All those goodies and more sep right into your pores to instantly restore your natural glow. Enlist the creamy face mask to prep skin for makeup, use the cream as a dewy base, and allow the eye serum to fill in fine lines and wrinkles. The party circuit won't know what hit it.

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Bring the healing powers of Budapest's mineral-rich baths to friends and family with Omorovicza's Christmas 6-Piece Evening Facial Set, a curated selection that'll help even the most stressed skin calm down. The indulgent evening routine features a cleansing balm, mist, serum, face cream, and handy cleansing mitt — all housed in a chic travel case you can take with you anywhere.

Any friends who are vitamin C fans will fall head over heels for Kat Burki's Super C 2-Piece Skin Care Set. The dynamic duo includes a nourishing cleansing balm and intensely hydrating face cream – the perfect combo for combating dull, lackluster skin that' becomes ever so commonplace this season. Each jar is made with 15 percent Stay C (the brand's proprietary stable form of vitamin C) that's meant to brighten and tighten the complexion.

Laura Mercier's limited edition Splendid Shimmers 3-Piece Mini Caviar Stick Set is a holiday makeup bag staple. The pigment-rich shimmery crayons come in Amethyst (deep purple) and two limited shades: Sugar Rush (white glaze) and Stargaze (lilac purple). Each long-wear eye shadow stick can be swiped on solo, layered for a deeper effect, or mixed and matched for a low-key but festive eye look.

If you're stumped on what to get someone, pretty much everyone will appreciate a re-up of Beautyblenders. After all, the plush foam fabric is the best way to get a lightweight, airbrushed look. Beautyblender's Back 2 Basics 3-Piece Blend & Cleanse Set contains not only two sponges, but also the brand's liquid lavender conditioning cleanser so you can get more mileage out of them.

Made in collaboration with world-renowned perfumer Rodrigo Flores-Roux, House of Bo's nature-inspired 4-Piece Fragrance Gift Set does not disappoint. Each unique scent is made with raw ingredients like TKTKTK that can be layered or combined to create a unique personalized fragrance. The set even comes with a primer formula to help your scent last longer.

There's a reason Nest New York's Holiday 2-Piece Scented Candle & Reed Diffuser Set made the Saks x Elton John AIDS Foundation holiday list. Any pal looking to add a little cheer to the room will fully enjoy the festive aroma of pomegranate, Mandarin orange, pine, cloves. and cinnamon. This year the department store has committed to donating $1 million to Elton John AIDS Foundation's Rocket Fund and their mission to end AIDS — with $500,000 of that pool coming from proceeds of this specially curated assortment.

Introduce your pals to Virtue's Mini 5-Piece Hair Recovery Set from celebrity hairstylist Adir Abergel. The set rounds up 5 of the brand's most coveted staples, starting with the Recovery Shampoo and Conditioner. From there you can use the treatment mask for an extra boost of moisture and styling products to keep strands smooth in between washes.

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Make an economy class ticket feel more luxurious by gifting your jetsetting bestie with this Frequent Flyer Travel Set from Slip. It includes a memory foam neck pillow, eye mask, and face mask that will instantly elevate any travel experience. Each item is made of the brand's signature 100 percent silk, which not only feels luxurious to the touch but also helps protect the hair and skin.

Upgrade your pal's jewelry collection with these chunky gold Jordan Road hoops, which are designed with a thick, twisted texture that gives them a little "oomph" and personality. The best part is that these earrings are incredibly easy to style with any going-out winter look, including but not limited to cocktail dresses, leather pants, chunky sweaters, and other seasonal staples.

Cold weather calls for cozy footwear – that's the rule. Luckily for your faves, Birkenstock's Boston Big Buckle Platform Teddy Clogs are surprisingly versatile. The shearling slides are warm and comfy for wearing around the house, or for a quick trip out to yoga class. They'll even fly styled with pants and an oversized puffer for a night on the town.

Help your friends add a little bit of holiday cheer to their winter looks with Cult Gaia's best-selling Nano Hera Rhinestone Mesh Shoulder Bag. You've probably seen the glitzy handbag all over Instagram, and that's because it goes with anything – from jeans to holiday dresses. Even long after the festive season is over, it'll still work for spring, summer, and beyond.

One surefire way to make any look feel more expensive is by throwing on YSL's Monogram Skinny Patent Leather Belt, which is finished with the brand's gold signature logo hardware. Your friend can wear it with jeans and boots for an off-duty look, or trousers and a blazer for her next big meeting for an extra boost of confidence.

There is nothing more mandatory than Rimowa's Essential Cabin Case to get you from point A to point B. The chic, durable suitcase will set you back a little almost a thousand bucks, but the German-made carry-on is made of nearly-invincible polycarbonate so you don't have to worry about it getting dinged up. The zipperless style is insanely lightweight (ideal for lifting into those overhead bins and comes with a waterproof rubber seal, TSA-approved locks, and internal flex dividers to squish your items flat. It's such an iconic style and well worth the splurge for your deserving bestie or relative.

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Prada's Monolith Leather & Nylon Lug-Sole Combat Boots are the epitome of cool-girl style. The lace-ups come with chunky lug soles and a statement-making removable nylon zip pouch that's easily removable. Your best friend will look just as chic pairing hers with a mini skirt and boots as she does with leggings or leather pants.

If your friends are looking for an up-and-coming designer sunglasses brand, look no further than these dramatic 57MM Vega Butterfly Sunglasses from Barton Perreira. Yes, these sunnies are pricey at around $600 a pop, but what else do you expect from the designer ​​Patty Perreriea who has worked with Prada, Miu Miu, and Oliver Peoples? These retro-flared frames are oversized on purpose and will dress up any look. Each pair is crafted by hand in Japan and takes weeks to make. Even your pickiest friend won't be able to resist.

Shop all of these luxurious gifts (and more) at saksfifthavenue.com to give your bougie friends something they'll never forget.

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