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Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days, from October 6 to 7, is an excellent excuse to get a head start on holiday gifting—especially when the sale includes the kinds of things we’d actually want to unwrap ourselves. We sifted through the markdowns to find design-y kitchen upgrades, little luxuries, foolproof host gifts, and a few big-ticket presents worth buying while prices are right. Here’s your chance to knock out the nice list before everyone else has even thought about gift-giving season.
Salt & Stone Bergamot & Hinoki Set
Woody, citrusy bergamot and hinoki can bring the boutique-hotel energy to anyone’s otherwise everyday shower routine.
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Stand Mixer
The countertop classic gets even better in Scorched Orange, a punchy shade that deserves a permanent spot on display.
Creative Co-Op Pleated Taper Candles
These sculptural pleated tapers are an easy host gift that look much more special than the one-click effort required to order them.
Vitamix Propel Series 750 Professional-Grade Blender
The Vitamix you’ve heard people rave about, now nearly $300 off: The professional-grade Propel 750 adds serious power to the countertop and is built to stick around for years.
Sabre Paris Spreader Knives
Sabre Paris turns an everyday utensil into part of the tablescape. This set is ideal for anyone who takes setting the table seriously.
Breville Super Q Blender
The aspiring home chef might not be ready to invest in an 1800-watt, pro-level blender themselves, but we believe in them—and their future soups, smoothies, and sauces.
Our Place Titanium Always Pan Pro
Pretty enough to keep on the stove and useful enough to earn the real estate, this multitasker is ready for everything from weeknight dinners to holiday hosting.
Martha Stewart Ice Cream Maker
Half off and infinitely more fun than most kitchen gadgets, Martha Stewart’s ice cream maker is an invitation to start dreaming up your own signature scoop.
Field Company No. 4 Cast Iron Skillet
Small but mighty, this cast-iron skillet is just the right size for eggs, individual bakes, and those little cooking jobs that don’t warrant hauling out the big pan.
Hatch Restore
Give the gift of better mornings. Hatch’s cult-favorite sunrise alarm pairs gentle light with soothing sounds to make waking up feel a little less rude.
Canopy Bath Filter
Turn the bath into a beauty treatment with an unexpectedly chic upgrade that filters out chlorine and other unwanted extras.
Cozy Earth Bamboo Sheet Set
An extra-soft set of bamboo sheets is the kind of everyday luxury that feels especially good to unwrap—and even better to climb into.
Lalo First Bites Full Kit
This six-piece Lalo meal set is a practical baby gift that still feels fun to give.
Vahdam Advent Calendar
This 24-count tea advent calendar adds a cup of joy every day leading up to Christmas – think of it as giving someone several gifts instead of one, and early to boot.
Nori Press
For the frequent flier who refuses to look like they’ve been living out of a suitcase, the compact Nori Press comes with a trim tool and travel case to keep them looking polished on the go.
Cadence Full Skincare Set & Parcels
An elaborate skin-care routine no longer needs its own carry-on thanks to Cadence’s magnetic capsules, and the brand’s Parcels keep all their larger toiletries just as satisfyingly organized.
DedCool Detergent + Linen Spray Bundle
We all know someone who genuinely finds laundry therapeutic. Upgrade their ritual with DedCool’s cult-favorite Xtra Milk scent in detergent and linen-spray form.
Soft Services Theraplush Overnight Repair Treatment
The sculptural container looks good enough to earn a permanent spot on the nightstand, while the overnight hand treatment inside makes it more than countertop eye candy.
SURI Pro 2.0 Sonic Electric Toothbrush
A toothbrush may not sound glamorous, but this sleek sonic version with a UV-C travel case has serious beauty cred with the likes of Gwyneth Paltrow and Kylie Jenner as fans.
STAKT Foldable Yoga Mat Pro
The Pilates princess in your life will thank you for this clever foldable mat, which doubles as a prop for workouts and stores neatly when class is over.
Viking 3-Ply Stainless Steel Roasting Pan
At $100 off, this is a timely upgrade for whoever is hosting Thanksgiving…or perhaps a subtle way to volunteer them for the job.
Bosch Unlimited 10 Cordless Vacuum
Gifting a vacuum is risky territory. But if you know someone who genuinely loves to clean, Bosch’s powerful cordless model, now $150 off, might actually make their holiday.
Bosch 300 Series VeroCafe Fully Automatic Espresso Machine
At half off, this fully automatic Bosch espresso machine is how you win gift-giving, and more importantly, secure a standing invitation for coffee.
Sur La Table 14-Piece Knife Set
Nothing says “your cooking skills are getting serious” quite like a proper knife block, and this 14-piece Sur La Table set gets them there for under $80.
Bose QuietComfort Headphones
Commuters, frequent fliers, and anyone who lives life on DND will always appreciate a fresh pair of noise-canceling headphones.
YETI Rambler Straw Mug
A classic for a reason, and a great White Elephant pick for the friend you’re constantly asking, “Have you had any water today?”
Brooklinen Super-Plush Bath Towels
New towels are one of those luxuries people rarely buy themselves, which is precisely why an extra-plush set is so satisfying to unwrap.
The Layered Home: Interior Inspiration for Every Room by Benjamin Reynaert
This coffee-table book, by former Domino style director Benjamin Reynaert, earns its keep twice: first as inspiration for the design lover, then as an exceptionally good-looking accessory to display.
Coway Airmega Mighty2 Air Purifier
Clean air isn’t the sexiest thing to put under the tree, but pet parents, allergy sufferers, and city dwellers may argue it’s one of the most useful.