The best gifts for bosses have to walk a fine line: They should be professional, relatively affordable, and personal (but not too intimate). Before you throw up your hands and settle on a gift card, though, don’t stress—our editors’ picks are here to help you ace it, even if they’re the type who seems to have everything already.
If your manager or supervisor is a foodie, a spice set or a chocolate gift will make office lunches feel way more special. For bosses who run on caffeine, a monogrammed mug, mug warmer, or cold brew coffee maker will keep them fueled through every meeting. You can never go wrong with practical Christmas gifts, like a sleek charging station for their gadgets, a fancy lunchbox for their daily grind, or a productivity journal. And if you two are tight, personalized presents like a cute pet portrait, custom photo puzzle, or even a mini action figure version of them are guaranteed to make them laugh (and love you even more).
Below, our editors share all the best gift ideas for every kind of boss.
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Gone are the days when you must shell out thousands of dollars for a solid handbag. The perfect cherry on top of your best outfits can easily be acquired for under $500 thanks to a slew of designers and retailers that know exactly what they’re doing. Since I’m all about dishing out the most helpful advice for fashion people (and fashion hopefuls), this curated selection of gorgeous under $500 handbags is quite impressive if I do say so myself. I’ve done the digging, dear reader, and I’m sure you’ll be pleased.
Now, it’s time to get into the nitty-gritty. You can expect pieces from some tried-and-true fashion favorites like Coach, Demellier, Staud, and others. However, there are some amazing handbag finds from Paloma Wool, Margesherwood, and even Adidas. Yes, you heard that correctly. On top of that, there’s a handbag design aesthetic that’ll fit just about every stylistic sensibility. From edgy on-trend pieces to more classic timeless styles, I’ve got you covered. Let the shopping commence.
COACH®
Tabby Shoulder Bag 26 in Loved Leather
The Tabby is a WWW top-selling item and for good reason. This worn leather look is so cool, but there are other stunning color ways.
I’m partial to gorgeous metal hardware. If you are a sucker for a ton of studs, this cool-girl bag is for you.
Anthropologie
Faux-Suede Woven Shoulder Bag
The mixed textures does it for me.
Anthropologie
Studded Vegan-Leather North-South Tote Bag
The larger studs on the strap add the perfect touch of fun detail.
Poppy Lissiman
Snapper Spike – Black
I own this one, and I get so many compliments on it every time I pull it out. Try pairing it with a more feminine outfit for a fun juxtaposition.
Adidas recently launched a collaboration with Miaou and this sporty-chic bag along with a few other items was the result.
Freja New York
Mini Chrystie Bag Oat
Freja has stolen the hearts of many fashion people.
Freja New York
Mercer Bag Black Lizard
This makes a frequent appearance among NYC’s most stylish.
Gimaguas
Beige Mini Franca Bag
From the texture to the use of hardware, this fun piece will liven up your favorite looks.
Free People
We the Free Baby Emerson Tote Bag
Due to the popularity of the regular-sized Emerson tote Free People launched this baby version. Both bags have a city bag-esque feel to them for less.
MARGESHERWOOD
Brown Halter Bag
Paloma Wool
Yellow Gilda Shopper Bag
Paloma wool is popular for stunning clothing, but don’t sleep on the accessories.
This Staud bag looks luxurious.
Gimaguas
Brown Blanca Sateen Bag
MARGESHERWOOD
Brown Soft Boston Ew Bag
The Boston is a popular silhouette for Margesherwood because it’s so versatile.
puppets and puppets
Leather Smashed Handle Hobo
MARGESHERWOOD
Hobo Shoulder Bag
Strathberry
Charlotte Drawstring – Cinq a Sept Black Fringe
mansurgavriel
Upcycled Woven Leather Gaia Bag
I’m adding this to my cart.
Tory Burch
Small Ella Natuura™ Drawstring Tote
The New York Shoulder | Burgundy Suede & Burgundy Smooth | Demellier
Demellier is the perfect brand to tap into when you want to feel elevated and rich without the price tag.
COS
Mini Studio Bowling Bag – Suede
A great dramatically less expensive alternative to the Row Margaux.
Brahmin
Small Kathleen Genuine Calf Hair & Leather Shoulder Bag
A little dash of leopard print never hurt anyone. The genuine calf hair is a nice touch too.
Poelle Atelier
Britni Bag in Marsala
The triple belt look is so interesting.
Stand Oil
More Faux Leather Baguette Bag
Madewell
The Drawstring Shoulder Bag
The grommets are a nice detail.
Dolce Vita
Boracay Handbag
These florals are so gorgeous.
Shopbop
Cult Gaia Azariah Nano Suede Handbag
Fun sculpture-esque details.
Cult Gaia
Florence Clutch
The most unique clutch you’ve probably ever seen.
Large slouchy bags are so on-trend.
I’m loving this interpretation of florals and fashion.
Simonmiller
Faux Leather Lopsy Bag
Animal print is in. You’ll be seeing more zebra in the coming months.
COS
Folded Oversized Crinkled Clutch Bag
It’s like if a grocery bag was suddenly a very cool accessory.
Funding and round: Minority investment, terms undisclosed.
Investor(s): 1686 Partners (portfolio includes: Ahlem, MSCHF)
Fairly Made
Company description: Fairly Made is an SaaS platform that helps brands trace their supply chains and assess their environmental impact. The company has worked with LVMH, Balmain and SMCP. The funding will be used to accelerate Fairly Made’s international expansion.
Funding and round: €15 million, Series B.
Investor(s): BNP Paribas Solar Impulse Venture Fund (portfolio includes: Phenix, NatureMetrics), GET Fund, ETF Partners and Frenchfounders.
Investor comments: “What used to be a simple advantage is now a necessity: ensuring supply chain visibility is a crucial first step in adopting sustainable practices,” said Laura Wirsztel, partner at the BNP Paribas Solar Impulse Venture Fund.
Markmi
Company description: Markmi uses AI to help fashion retailers with their markdown strategy, using data to give pricing recommendations with the aim of improving margins during markdown periods. The startup is planning to develop a fully AI-powered pricing platform for fashion retailers, expanding into areas like full-price optimisation and promo management.
Funding and round: €1.1 million, seed
Investor(s): Luc Van Mol, the Torfs family, Lorenz Bogaert, Matthias Geeroms, Jan Teerlinck, Roeland Delrue, Jonas Deprez, and PMV.
Wild
Company description: Wild is a UK-based brand known for its natural deodorants, which come in refillable, plastic-free packaging. It also offers lip balms, bodywashes and handwashes.
Funding and round: Acquisition, terms undisclosed.
Investor(s): Unilever (portfolio includes: Dove, Dermalogica, Paula’s Choice).
Investor comments: “The brand’s innovative approach to formulations and packaging, and social-first marketing, has made Wild an unmissably superior brand, as well as a perfect complement to our personal care portfolio,” said Fabian Garcia, president of personal care at Unilever.
Photo: Courtesy of Wild
Yepoda
Company description: Yepoda is a K-beauty brand known for its innovative, clean formulations. The company, which was founded in 2020, made over €65 million in revenue in 2024. The funding will be used to accelerate the brand’s Europe-wide rollout at Sephora, while supporting its launch in the US.
There’s a reason Dior Sauvage is one of the most popular men’s colognes of all time. It opens with bright citrus, marine notes, and warm amberwood, balanced by spicy Sichuan pepper at the heart.
When Lauren Rivera and her now-husband planned their wedding and honeymoon, they each chose a signature scent for the occasion. He picked Sauvage. Three years later, the cologne transports her to that special time. “It brings me back to our honeymoon in Lisbon and Barcelona,” she says. “It triggers those memories in an instant.”
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Original photo from Tynan Sinks testing Billie Eilish Your Turn Eau de Parfum
Scent family: Woody | Notes: Bergamot, cardamom, ginger, peach skin, jasmine, coconut water, sandalwood, captive musks, upcycled Sylvamber | Sizes: 1 oz., 1.7 oz., 3.4 oz.
Name a teen who isn’t obsessed with Billie Eilish—we’ll wait. Playful and confident, Your Turn feels made for the next generation of fragrance lovers. The dice-inspired bottle looks great on a vanity, while the scent balances spicy cardamom and ginger with soft musk and creamy sandalwood.
“Your Turn is this balance of bright, spicy, sweet, and earthy that’s always evolving on your skin,” says Sinks. “The peach skin comes through here without turning it into a true fruity fragrance, and the ginger and cardamom add some spicy depth without weighing it down. It’s an effervescent scent that sparkles on the skin throughout wear and makes you look forward to the next time you spray it on.”
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Scent family: Aromatic/warm spicy vanilla | Notes: Cardamom, cashmere wood, tobacco, black vanilla, dark woods, amber accords | Sizes: 3.4 oz.
This $24 cologne smells like a cashmere sweater layered over a worn leather jacket: cozy with just enough edge. The mix of cardamom, black vanilla, and amber gives it warmth and dimension, while the tobacco and woods create a rich dry-down that lingers all night. For how luxe this scent smells, you’d never guess that it’s only $24 a bottle. Spray it this fall before a dinner or date night. Don’t be surprised if someone leans in closer for another whiff.
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Scent family: Woody | Notes: Lotus, clove, pepper, lily-of-the-valley, green violet, iris wood, orchid, leather, sandalwood, cedarwood, cashmere musk, amber, incense | Sizes: .2 oz.
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Now that the coldest season has taken hold, I’ve been keeping a close eye on the knitwear trends emerging across London. As I’ve been scouting out the city dwellers’ wardrobes, one thing keeps catching my eye: the chicest Londoners are all gravitating towards the same navy jumper, and it’s not the one you might expect.
Rather than reaching for the classic crew-neck—forever reliable but a touch predictable—the style set has collectively shifted toward a navy V-neck silhouette. With its clean, plunging line, the V-neck flashes just a hint of décolletage, giving this knit a refined, elevated feel without losing any of its effortlessness.
Rendered in rich, timeless navy (a shade already dominating the season), this jumper naturally pairs with everything from slouchy jeans to sharp tailoring. It’s versatile, polished and naturally cool—no wonder it’s become the knit Londoners can’t stop wearing.
And while the city’s fashion crowd got there first, retailers are quickly catching on. From Reformation’s much-loved Jadey jumper to Uniqlo’s sleek merino version, there are already plenty of covetable options hitting the shelves.
Read on to discover the chicest navy V-neck jumpers worth adding to your winter wardrobe.
Reformation
Jadey Cashmere Oversized V-Neck Sweater
Reformation’s Jadey cashmere knit is a fashion person’s favourite.
Rise & Fall
Cashmere Merino V Neck Jumper
Shop this while it’s on sale.
Uniqlo
100% Merino V Neck Jumper
The ultra-fine 100% merino wool ensures a cosy finish.
While I love this in the dark navy, it also comes in a chic shade of red.
Mango
Fine-Knit V-Neck Sweater
Layer this over a white tee or style this on its own.
Whistles
Navy Cashmere V Neck Knit
This comes in petite and regular sizes, so you can find your perfect fit.
Reformation
Beth Regenerative Wool V-Neck
Style this with denim for an easy and chic day-to-day look.
Kiltane
The Old Town Cashmere Jumper
Be quick! This is on its way to selling out.
By geography, Richemont sales in the Americas were up 20% in Q2, Europe was up 11%, Asia-Pacific increased by 10%, Japan rose by 10%, while the Middle East and Africa was up 22%.
“ You will recall a few years ago when there was general hopefulness that China would recover quickly, I noted caution, so the share price dropped — but it’s proven to be correct now. We believe that the Chinese clientele are becoming more selective and it may remain so even upon a full recovery, which we are happy about,” Richemont chair Johann Rupert told reporters.
The company noted a return to growth in China, Hong Kong and Macau in the second quarter, led by the jewelry maisons, but Rupert remains cautious: “The downtrend has changed, so we are seeing some early signs. But I wouldn’t say that they are green shoots of recovery.”
Bos noted a shift from the YOLO (you only live once) to the YONO (you only need one) mentality. “ It’s an anecdote that’s part of the conversation in Korea and China, but I think it applies to a lot of countries. YOLO was referring to the idea of instant gratification. And it has evolved toward what they call the YONO, which is in a way that they still buy, but they buy with a much more discerning eye,” he explained. “[For YONO buyers,] the interesting quality of the product, the investment or the long-lasting value really play a role. This is something that we truly see particularly for jewelry. The clientele — which is very demanding and very discerning — understands the long-term quality and value of our collections. It has been really a driving force these past few years behind the success of Richemont.”
The 39% tariffs imposed by the US on Swiss imports since August have been a blow to the Swiss watch industry. Asked for an update about the negotiations, Rupert said: “We did not negotiate in the White House. You negotiate if you have aircraft carriers, when you buy millions of tons of soybeans, that’s called negotiations. I think you’ve got to wait for the Swiss representation. They’ve been there this week. We believe that they’re doing a very good job, but we are merely businesspeople and we did not negotiate, we didn’t have a mandate to negotiate. That’s the Swiss government’s job, but I think there are signs that the misunderstanding has been cleared up.”
What we love: Machine washable; roomy; can be worn multiple ways; comes with stroller clips
What could improve: Quilted material can be prone to tearing over time
“Once I had my second baby, I really needed a bigger diaper bag, and the 7AM duffel is the perfect fit,” one mom of two says. “I explored so many options, including backpack diaper bags, but in the end this one won out because it looks cute, is easily wipeable, and expands to fit so much. I use this tote as a daily diaper bag, but I also love the fact that it’s roomy enough to be used as a sleepover or overnight bag for the girls.”
During my evaluation, I was impressed by all of the interior organizational pouches, including the zippered wallet pouch and the pacifier clip. Of course, the cushioned changing mat is nice to have, too. The carrying flexibility was another standout feature; you can carry the bag by the double handles or wear it across your body with the included strap. We found the latter more comfortable, plus this made it easier to multitask. The bag also comes with clips to hang it on your stroller, which is always a plus. Better yet, it is machine washable and can even withstand a spin in the dryer on low—a huge plus for parents of little ones.
Type: Tote | Dimensions: 21.7” x 17.3” x 13.8” | Weight: 1.45 lb. | Changing pad: Yes | Stroller hooks: Yes | Care: Machine-wash, tumble dry | Warranty: 1 year
