These 12 Products Are at the Top of Our Editors’ Holiday Wish Lists

A major part of having a “big girl” apartment is having a “big girl” kitchen set, and this one includes everything I need to cook homemade meals. (Plus, it fits my neutral apartment aesthetic.) —Makenna Underwood, Howard University ‘24

This cactus humidifier is the perfect way to bring some greenery into your room during the cold post-holiday months. Not only is it great decor on its own, but it also helps combat dry winter air! —Sofia Andrade, Harvard University ‘24

I love making my own coffee in the morning and I love when it’s in a decorative mug or cup. This one would be perfect for an extra dose of serotonin when I don’t want to wake up in the morning. —Isabel Petrou, University of Vermont ‘26

I want this organizing cube shelf because my closet is a mess and I feel like this will help me declutter and actually enjoy finding things to wear. —Madison Harrison, Southern Illinois University of Carbondale ‘24

Jellycat’s website describes Bartholomew as "the best-dressed sleepyhead," and I fully agree! I absolutely love this festive little guy, who looks like he brings so much comfort and joy to any room. He has a youthful energy, but his dapper PJs also have a sophisticated Ralph Lauren vibe. —Maegan Bellassai, Ithaca College ‘25

One home decor item on my wish list this year is this mirror from Amazon, because I need a nice long mirror to take mirror selfies of my ‘fits every day for Instagram! —Raniya Fatteh, Las Positas College ‘26

I have an extensive funky earring collection, and I want to create a fun little earring display. This jewelry stand is perfect — so silly and (at least kind of) practical! —Madison Renee, The Savannah College of Art and Design ‘24

Part of adulting comes with the realization that your kitchen knives actually affect your cooking, and growing up means looking at the kitchen knife department more than you'd think. This set has the perfect amount of knives for me, it goes well with my decor, and there's a sharpening blade in the holding block, making it both stylish and functional. —Benedetto Rebecca, University of Miami ‘24

I would love to get an air purifier for my bedroom. There are many proven benefits to air purifiers and I would like to improve the air quality in my living space — especially because I have pets. —Lauren Fant, Merced College ‘25

An item on my wish list is this set of clear desk drawer containers to organize all my beauty products and school supplies. —Camille Penick, University of South Florida ‘24

My wish list item is an espresso machine to make DIY lattes at home. —Haley Karinja, Fordham University ‘25

[Editor’s note: This product is so nice, our editors recommended it twice!]

For me, regular-shaped vases are out, as this strawberry-shaped vase is making it to the top of my wish list with its vibrant color and unique shape. —Morgann Rhule, Florida Atlantic University ‘25

2023 has been the year of strawberry decor, and I have fallen in love with the trend. I’ve seen this strawberry flower vase go viral so many times on TikTok and it’s my ultimate dream. —Aza Akins, Delaware County Community College '23